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Pregnancy is one of the most exciting times in a woman's life. You're excited to meet your new baby and finally see what they look like. But along with the excitement, pregnancy can also bring on some not-so-pleasant symptoms like morning sickness, fatigue, and mood swings. And for some women, these symptoms can be exacerbated by pregnancy blues. What is Pregnancy Blues? Pregnancy blues is a condition that affects up to 80% of women during pregnancy. It's marked by sadness or anxiety, often accompanied by physical symptoms such as headaches, nausea, and fatigue. Pregnancy blues is not the same as postpartum depression or anxiety, though they can be a precursor to them in some cases. Pregnancy blues can manifest in different ways. Some women may experience extreme mood swings, feeling overwhelmed and anxious one moment and OK the next. Others may feel depressed for days or weeks at a time. No matter what form it takes, pregnancy blues is a natural condition that shouldn'...

It's widely accepted that mothers can suffer from postnatal depression (PND) after having a baby. But what is less spoken about is paternal postnatal depression (PPND) - aka depression in fathers. Like mums, dads can experience massive hormonal shifts after becoming a parent, leading to anxiety, isolation, and depression. So why isn't PND in dads taken more seriously? PND in Dads is Real In the first few weeks and months after having a baby, it's normal for both parents to feel overwhelmed and exhausted. But for some dads, these feelings don't go away. They might even get worse. Studies have shown that around 1 in 10 fathers experience symptoms of PPND, which is similar to the rate of PND in mothers. So why isn't PPND spoken about more? One reason might be that fathers are often portrayed as the strong, silent type who don't express their emotions. This stereotype means many men bottle up their feelings instead of seeking help. As a result, PPND can sometimes be...

  For many couples, the labor and delivery process is a time of great joy. After nine long months, they finally get to meet their baby! However, in some cases, things go differently than planned. In this blog post, we'll take a more detailed look at one complication that can occur during labor and delivery: retained placenta. What is the retained placenta? Retained placenta occurs when the placenta does not detach from the uterus within 30 minutes of the baby's birth after the baby is born. This can lead to severe complications, including bleeding, infection, and damage to the uterine lining. In some cases, the retained placenta can even be life-threatening. If you are pregnant and have been diagnosed with the condition that puts you at risk for retained placenta, it's important to discuss your options with your doctor. In some cases, such as when the placenta is lying very low in the uterus or if there is significant bleeding, a cesarean section may be recommended. Other t...