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Postnatal depression symptoms to look out for in new mums as GP issues warning

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Having a baby is undoubtedly one of the most challenging experiences a woman can face.Alongside monumental hormonal changes, lack of sleep, routine and connection with loved ones are just some of the challenges of caring for a newborn.However, many of the expected emotional and lifestyle changes involved in new motherhood can be a sign of something more serious.Postnatal depression (PND) is a common type of depressive illness that affects up to one in 10 mothers, although it can affect fathers and partners too.While it can often be mistaken for the 'Baby Blues', which should not last long, one doctor wants people to be aware that PND is not to be taken lightly.Dr Sameer Sanghvi, a practicing GP and clinical technology lead at LloydsPharmacy Online Doctor, explained: “The so-called ‘Baby Blues’ which can involve feeling irritable, anxious and tearful are common amongst women with newborns and shouldn’t last more than two weeks."But some women are affected by more severe and long-lasting low mood issues.

To make things difficult, many of the symptoms of PND are emotions you would expect to experience when looking after a young baby."Did you know you can keep up to date with the latest news by signing up to our daily newsletter?We send a morning and lunchtime newsletter covering the latest headlines every day.We also send coronavirus updates at 5pm on weekdays, and a round up of the week's must-read stories on Sunday afternoons.Signing up is simple, easy and free.You can pop your email address into the sign up box above, hit Subscribe and we'll do the rest.Alternatively, you can sign up and check out the rest of our newsletters here.Signs of PND can be easily missed as they are similar to those seen in women who are still

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