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When previous postpartum depression complicates subsequent pregnancies

I had postpartum depression with my first child that lasted two years and now I am pregnant again and terrified it will happen again and be worse.

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More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

Past mental health struggles during early parenthood can create legitimate fear about repeat episodes and their impact on family wellbeing.

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