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Postnatal depression is a type of depression that many parents experience after having a baby.
Articles for Postnatal depression
'With help, there is light at the end of the tunnel'
Read the story of Louise Hudson, who developed postnatal depression after the birth of her second child.
Introduction
Postnatal depression is a type of depression that many parents experience after having a baby. It's a common problem, affecting more than 1 in every 10 women within a year of giving birth.
Symptoms of postnatal depression
Postnatal depression can affect women in different ways. It can start at any point in the first year after giving birth and may develop suddenly or gradually.
Treating postnatal depression
Speak to your GP or health visitor as soon as possible if you think you might have postnatal depression. With appropriate treatment and support, most women make a full recovery, although it can take time.
