
NI mum on postpartum psychosis: ‘I wasn't sleeping or eating, I was convinced someone was going to take my son'
National charity wants women in Northern Ireland to be more aware of this condition to break down the huge stigma associated with it, writes Arlene Harris
We've all heard of the baby blues, but while for many women this means feeling emotional, weepy and exhausted after the birth of a baby, for some, it can be a lot more serious.
During Maternal Mental Health Month experts aim to raise awareness about a number of issues, including postpartum psychosis (PP), a severe but treatable mental illness which begins in the days and weeks after giving birth.

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