New parents warned to watch for these symptoms after birth

New parents warned to watch for these symptoms after birth

socastcmsRssStart88.7 myFM News staffsocastcmsRssEnd On Maternal Mental Health Awareness Day, the South East Health Unit is reminding people that help is available for new and expecting parents facing mental health struggles. Perinatal mood and anxiety disorders (PMADs) can affect anyone, regardless of age or background. Symptoms like sadness, irritability, and anxiety can appear during pregnancy or up to a year after birth. Michelle Yoksimovic…

On the occasion of World Perinatal Mental Health Day, the Perinatal Mental Health Unit of the Hospital Clínic Barcelona has drawn up a decalogue that includes the main demands of mothers during pregnancy and postpartum. This document highlights the importance of comprehensive, empathetic and specialized care to guarantee emotional well-being […] The entry The Clinic calls for more support for the mental health of mothers during and after childbi…

Media Release: World Maternal Mental Health Awareness Day - Hastings Prince Edward Public Health

May 7, 2025 On Maternal Mental Health Awareness Day, the South East Health Unit (SEHU) is stressing the importance of mental health care and the acknowledgment of mental health concerns for new and expectant parents. For individuals experiencing symptoms associated with perinatal mood and anxiety disorders, support is available through Steps to Wellness, a new Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) group available through SEHU. “Pregnancy and the bir

Mental Health and Parenthood – Maternal Mental Health Matters

The transition to parenthood is often accompanied by maternal psychological distress; this can include symptoms of depression, anxiety and stress (Bruinhof et al., 2025). Maternal mental health, particularly conditions like depression, is a significant risk factor for the socioemotional and cognitive development of children, often leading to higher rates of mental health issues in adolescents. With the intergenerational transmission of mental he…