One mum shares her experience of what it's like to have postnatal depression.
A persistent feeling of sadness and low moodLack of energy and feeling tired all the timeWithdrawing from contact with other peopleWhat it’s really like to suffer with PND?
My GP explained that I had postnatal depression and that it was very common, and prescribed antidepressants. After this I began, slowly, to recover. I called the new health visitor and said I needed help. Claire was my guardian angel and I owe my sanity to her. She visited every week, gave me parenting advice, counselling, and support and made me feel positive about myself as a mum.
It is often bewildering and heartbreaking for dads or partners to see their partner struggle, and they also can experience stress and depression as a result. The whole family needs support at this time.
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