New clinical guidelines for peripartum depression developed by international group 🤰

44 evidence-based recommendations support psychological interventions (especially CBT) and universal screening with clear referral pathways.

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🎯 Postnatal depression affects over 1 in 10 women in the UK and can appear any time in the first year after birth. Katie Loader explores how nurses can support recognition, management, and recovery.

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Group singing as an effective intervention for postnatal depression I am Dr Rebecca Bind, a Postdoctoral Research Associate working in the Perinatal section of the Stress, Psychiatry and Immunology Lab at The Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology and Neuroscience. Most ...

Can community #singing help with #postnataldepression?
In today’s article, @kingsioppn.bsky.social researcher Becky Bind shares new findings from the SHAPER-PND study, showing that singing groups improve depressive symptoms and offer cost-effective support.

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Group singing reduces symptoms of postnatal depression for up to six months | King's College London New research from the Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology & Neuroscience (IoPPN) at King’s College London and the social enterprise Breathe Arts Health Research has shown that a specially designed gro...

Can group singing help new mums with #PostnatalDepression?

New research from King's College London and Breathe Arts Health Research has found that specially designed singing groups are clinically effective at treating mums with the illness.

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'It gave me my voice back': How group singing is helping new mums with postnatal depression New research suggests singing can be clinically effective at treating the symptoms and cost effective for the NHS.

Singing / chanting / resonating / vibrating, in harmony with a group of other human beings is incredibly powerful in ways we don't fully understand. But we know it is good.

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'It gave me my voice back': How group singing is helping new mums with postnatal depression New research suggests singing can be clinically effective at treating the symptoms and cost effective for the NHS.

Another great example of how music - and connecting with others in one's community - can help improve wellbeing and mental health.

There are other examples of similar groups across the country with similar positive outcomes.

#MusicTherapy #MusicHeals
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Culturally-adapted therapy improved postnatal depression Researchers developed culturally-adapted therapy. They found that it helped British women from South Asian backgrounds to recover from postnatal depression.

A recent NIHR #Alert finds ‘Culturally-adapted therapy improved postnatal depression in British South Asian women’ You can read more about this alert here: evidence.nihr.ac.uk/alert/cultur...

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UK’s first oral treatment for postnatal depression approved by MHRA

An oral treatment for postnatal depression has been approved for use in the UK for the first time.

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UK’s first oral treatment for postnatal depression approved by MHRA An oral treatment for postnatal depression has been approved for use in the UK for the first time in the UK

UK’s first oral treatment for postnatal depression approved by MHRA

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Book launch sheds light on postnatal depression Book launch sheds light on postnatal depression NBC Online Sun, 08/10/2025 - 17:04

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Bridging The Gap, story by Adele Evershed at Spillwords.com Spillwords.com presents: Bridging The Gap, a short story written by Adele Evershed, who was born in Wales and ...

Always lovely to have a story up Spill Words. Thank you to editor, Dagmara K #shortstories #myth #welshfolklore #postnataldepression

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Exploring fathers’ experiences of seeking support for postnatal depression Exploring fathers’ experiences of seeking support for postnatal depression

Upon interviewing #Fathers who report experiencing #PostnatalDepression, we find that fathers often don't recognize postnatal depression. If they do, it is common for them not to disclose 🗣️, and medical professionals' 🥼 response to help-seeking is only demotivating. tinyurl.com/4ttbdya8

📘 Brief Communication – IJA August 2025
🤰💭 Planned vs Actual Labour Epidural Analgesia (LEA)
💔 Is there a link to Postnatal Depression?
📖 Indian Journal of Anaesthesia | Vol. 69(8): 832–834
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👀Can new meds help with postnatal depression?

A new Cochrane review looked at zuranolone & brexanolone—targeting brain receptors differently than traditional antidepressants.

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Get help for Postnatal Depression | Therapeutic Axis Struggling with postnatal depression? Our compassionate therapists offer support and guidance to help new mothers navigate the challenges of motherhood.

Navigating the challenges of #PostNatalDepression? You're not alone. Therapeutic Axis offers compassionate support and professional guidance. Find resources and connect with help: www.therapeuticaxis.com.au/counseling-p... #PND #MaternalMentalHealth #Sydney

Get help for Postnatal Depression | Therapeutic Axis Struggling with postnatal depression? Our compassionate therapists offer support and guidance to help new mothers navigate the challenges of motherhood.

Navigating the challenges of #PostNatalDepression? You're not alone. Therapeutic Axis offers compassionate support and professional guidance. Find resources and connect with help: www.therapeuticaxis.com.au/counseling-p... #PND #MaternalMentalHealth #Sydney

Morna Ikosa offers hope to new moms through ‘Unmasking Postnatal Depression’ Postnatal depression is often overlooked and misunderstood in many African communities. Namibian author Morna Ikosa says her debut book, titled ‘Unmasking Postnatal Depression’, aims to shed light on the subject. The book serves as a resource for wellness and human resource practitioners, while also offering practical insights to mothers and their partners navigating the often-taboo realities of postnatal depression. Ikosa says the book is designed as a practical and compassionate guide for those navigating the early stages of parenthood, a time often romanticised but rarely discussed in terms of the emotional and mental toll it can take. She says while postnatal depression is a global issue, it remains particularly under-addressed in African communities, where traditional expectations and cultural taboos often discourage open discussion. “This book is a beacon of hope for every woman who has been led to believe she is crazy or dramatic for struggling emotionally during and after pregnancy. It acknowledges the profound impact of postnatal depression, not only on mothers, but also on fathers, offering guidance to help men navigate this challenging period alongside their partners,” Ikosa says. She says the book features stories of women from various African cultures and their lived experiences with postnatal depression. One chapter includes men, offering insight into how partners can navigate and support loved ones going through this often misunderstood condition. “This is not just a book. It is a powerful tool that empowers mothers, fathers, families and health professionals to confront the often-hidden challenges of postnatal mental health. This book invites the reader on a transformative journey to break the silence surrounding postnatal depression and other forms of depression,” Ikosa says. The author says the book comes with a complimentary song, which the readers can download and listen to while reading. “The book is designed with the reader in mind, as every page is compiled and designed to engage the reader’s senses. Moreover, the book provides insights and wisdom from five dedicated experts – Ute Sinkala, a psychologist, Ujama Nujoma, a medical doctor who has worked in the field of psychiatry, Raghilt Redecker, a midwife, Dorle Verrinder, a lactation consultant, and Juliane Courtney-Clarke, a dietitian and nutrition expert specialising in depression.” Ikosa can be reached via email at morna@micommnam.com The post Morna Ikosa offers hope to new moms through ‘Unmasking Postnatal Depression’ appeared first on The Namibian.

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"A Virtuous Circle": How Singing Supports Both Child and Parental Wellbeing by Inspiring Voices Join us for a revealing conversation with B'Opera founder Zoe Challenor and Professor Rosie Perkins from the Royal College of Music as they explore the powerful dual impact of singing on child develop...

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Get help for Postnatal Depression | Therapeutic Axis Struggling with postnatal depression? Our compassionate therapists offer support and guidance to help new mothers navigate the challenges of motherhood.

Support for post-natal depression is available at Therapeutic Axis. You don't have to go through it alone. Learn more about our PND counseling services:
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If you, or someone you know, could be suffering with PND or pregnancy related mental health issues there is help. Contact your local GP, midwife or health visitor as soon as possible.

For more information PND click here www.mind.org.uk/information-...
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New research links postnatal depression to a disrupted oxytocin response during breastfeeding A new study published in Psychoneuroendocrinology sheds light on the complex relationship between postnatal depression and oxytocin, a hormone essential for breastfeeding and bonding between mothers and...

New research links postnatal depression to a disrupted oxytocin response during breastfeeding #Science #HealthandMedicine #MentalHealth #PostnatalDepression #Oxytocin #Breastfeeding

Can Oxytocin in Breast Milk Help Mothers with Postnatal Depression? Can oxytocin in breast milk help mothers with postnatal depression? A new study that looks at the link between oxytocin, breastfeeding, and maternal mental health, offers insights into potential treatments and support strategies for new moms.

Can Oxytocin in Breast Milk Help Mothers with Postnatal Depression? - www.growingyourbaby.com/can-oxytocin-in-breast-m... #breastmilk #postnataldepression #research

The other side of postnatal depression: what about Dads? Demetra Christodoulou appraises a recent Pakistani trial on a group parenting intervention for male postpartum depression.

The other side of postnatal depression: what about Dads? buff.ly/fbc9hS7

Demetra Christodoulou reviews a new RCT from Pakistan testing “Learning Through Play Plus Dads”: a group parenting programme designed to support #Fathers with #PostnatalDepression.

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Cost-effective therapy for postnatal depression in British South Asian Mothers buff.ly/TeuKBic

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Culturally adapted CBT may lead to recovery from postnatal depression in British South Asian women buff.ly/PkboGGm

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Women's health matters!
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It is coming...........We will be announcing the theme of the 9th annual #maternalmentalhealthawarenessweek on 01/03/25!

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Donate to In Memory of Amanda Haydock-Wright, organized by Diane Enderby Dear Friends, Many of you will have heard the devastating news that our treasure… Diane Enderby needs your support for In Memory of Amanda Haydock-Wright

HEED HASHTAGS - Hi - I don't usually blog/reblog fundraisers, but in this case while I only met Amanda once she was important in my life in a slightly indirect way and for this to have happened is terrible, please give if you can: gofund.me/fa2a0d6b #suicide #postnataldepression

... #postnataldepression also affects dads and partners! Around 1 in 10 fathers will be diagnosed with depression in that first year after a birth.
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#PND can affect *anyone* trying to care for a new baby.

(Trust me, it's lousy.)