INSIGHT
Understand postnatal depression
Your mental wellbeing toolkit
We’re debunking the myths, challenging the taboos and offering the tools we need to deal with some of the most misunderstood mental health issues affecting us, our families and friends
WORDS: LARISSA CHAPMAN.
Bringing new life into the world can be a joyful, life-affirming event for many couples. And as you settle into a routine with your baby, the joy continues – albeit alongside the challenges of night feeds and a lack of sleep! However, for some new parents, the early stages of your baby’s life can be plagued by feelings of sadness and depression.
What’s more, many struggle to come to terms with these feelings, often experiencing shame and guilt for not feeling on top of the world about their longed-for bundle of joy. Lots of parents find things tough, but for those suffering from postnatal depression, life with a new baby can be extremely difficult.