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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Lifestyle
Kate Ng

Perinatal depression: What is the condition Britney Spears suffered from during her previous pregnancy?

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The birth of a baby is a life-changing experience that can bring about a variety of emotions. While becoming a parent can be exciting, it can also elicit overwhelming feelings of fear, doubt, and even depression.

Many new moms often experience the “baby blues” after having a baby – a short period of time after giving birth that’s filled with mood swings of sadness, anxiety, and stress. In fact, about 80 per cent of new moms have reported experiencing the baby blues.

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