ALSO READ: Postnatal depression and how it can ruin the bond between mother and childFelister Nando was 22 and in love. The World Health Organisation recognises that many women suffer this depression without being aware that it is a medical condition. He says baby blues go away about a fortnight after delivery and thus should not be confused with postpartum depression, which lasts longer and is more severe. Through constant family discussions, she traced the multi-generational portrait of depression to one of her uncles who had long-lasting depression. He estimates that about two out of every 1,000 women who give birth are diagnosed with postpartum depression.

Source: Standard Digital June 11, 2017 05:37 UTC