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Causes of Postnatal Depression

The causes of PND are varied and often there can be a number of factors at play. These can include:

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  • Traumatic birth (especially when it doesn’t go as you planned)
  • Major life change (used to work etc. and being in control)
  • The difference between your expectations of parenthood and the reality (rose tinted glasses)
  • Pressure to be a ‘super mum’ (often enhanced by the media)
  • A lack of support
  • Poor relationship with mother / father which can be highlighted when you become a parent
  • Giving birth can trigger unresolved issues from the past such as a bereavement, family conflict or the mourning of a miscarriage or still born child
  • Poorly child
  • Feeling isolated
  • Financial worries
  • Difficult work situation

Postnatal Depression Awareness Video

Watch our short video to hear more about our personal experiences, how to get professional help and how The SMILE Group is supporting families.

To play in full screen, start the video then hover over the video screen and click on the small arrows in the bottom right-hand corner.

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