Parental Mental Health week

What is postnatal depression?

Postnatal depression is a type of depression some women experience after giving birth.

Mood changes, irritability and episodes of tearfulness are common after giving birth, often known as baby blues, which affect 50% of new mothers and lasts 5 to 10 days.

If you are worried or think you may be suffering from postnatal depression speak to your SSAFA Health Visitor, GP, Welfare or Padre. #parentalmentalhealth

Do fathers experience postnatal depression?

Depression can also be experienced by fathers following the birth of their child.

First time fathers are particularly prone to depression.

The risk is higher in fathers who are young or who have strained relationships with their partners.

If the mother is depressed the risk of depression in fathers is higher.

If you are worried or think you may be suffering from postnatal depression speak to your SSAFA Health Visitor, GP, Welfare or Padre. #parentalmentalhealth