Category: Mental health and wellbeing

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PTSD After Pregnancy: What Is It And How To Seek Help

Many people assume that if a mother and baby are healthy, then all is well. Unfortunately, this is not always true. Many women have traumatic pregnancy and birth experiences, which can influence their mental health. In fact, research shows that around 4-5% of women who give birth develop post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). It could be […]

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Maternal Mental Health Awareness Week: Looking After Your Wellbeing And Accessing Support

Maternal Mental Health Awareness Week takes place from May 1st to May 7th. It’s a weeklong campaign of awareness and conversation around the mental health problems women can experience before, during and after pregnancy. Maternal Mental Health Awareness Week helps to raise awareness and advocate for women affected by the issues, as well as helping […]

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Chickenpox And Pregnancy: What You Need To Know

Chickenpox and pregnancy might seem like a worrying combination, but the best thing you can do is find out what you need to know. We’ll try to answer most of your questions, but if you need reassurance, contact medical professionals.     What Is Chickenpox?   Chickenpox is an infectious illness. It’s part of the […]

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