In 2004 I started a unique website dedicated to the topic of depression in pregnancy; at the time there was almost nothing known of it.
This ad by PANDA (a great resource) says up to 1 in 10 pregnant women are affected, but the research now suggests its closer to 1 in 3, and it doesn’t just affect women but their partners and family.
Mindfulness for Mums – Relaxation Classes for Mums and Mums-to-Be
My good friend Elaine Hanzak also talks openly about her experience of Post-Natal Depression which inspired her books Eyes without Sparkle and Another Twinkle in the Eye – you can find out more about the amazing work she is doing at http://www.hanzak.com There are also some great resources on the Mind website.
13-19 November is Perinatal Depression and Anxiety awareness week. Raising awareness of Maternal – and Paternal – Mental Health literally saves lives. It’s time to talk about it.
#pndawarenessweek #maternalmentalhealth #pregnancymentalhealth
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