Postpartum depression can affect anyone, and it often sneaks in quietly, like a shadow in the corners of a new mother’s life. It presents significant challenges for around 1 in 7 new mothers, affecting their emotional well-being and overall quality of life and that of the newborn. Many – if not most – women experience […]
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A lesser talked about (and known) topic is how men are affected following the addition of a new baby. PPD in men is sometimes also referred to as paternal postpartum depression (PPPD) or Paternal Postnatal Depression (PPND). Let’s take a closer look at 12 things to know about postpartum in men.
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The symptoms of postpartum depression are more intense and impactful than the “baby blues,” occurring over a long period and often hindering a mother’s ability to care for her baby and herself. We look into some common signs to help identify this condition.
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Women may be able to decrease the likeliness of postpartum depression by increasing the amount of omega-3 in their diets during pregnancy. Researchers from Montreal, Canada have found a link between omega-3 levels and women suffering from postnatal depression. According to the research, published in the current issue of the Canadian Journal of Psychiatry, women […]
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