NatChat July 2017
The July 2017 issue for Chester NCT branch. We look at Mental Health in pregnancy and in the postnatal period.
The July 2017 issue for Chester NCT branch. We look at Mental Health in pregnancy and in the postnatal period.
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that this had an impact on their ability to cope as a mother or<br />
on their family.<br />
We think all new mothers with a mental health problem<br />
should get the treatment or support they need. The first<br />
step is making sure that they get the problem identified and<br />
diagnosed by a health professional.<br />
A simple low-cost solution<br />
We’re demanding better six week postnatal check-ups so that<br />
all new mothers with a mental health problem can access the<br />
treatment available.<br />
82% of new mothers we surveyed who had been treated<br />
for a mental health problem said that the treatment had<br />
helped.<br />
Treatment can include counselling, medication, online<br />
therapy or peer support. Sometimes, family support under the<br />
watchful eye of a GP can be enough to get a woman through.<br />
If you are worried about your emotional wellbeing, you<br />
should talk to your GP, health visitor or midwife about how<br />
you are feeling.<br />
You can help<br />
Please sign up to show your support for the campaign here<br />
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