Postnatal health
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Postnatal exercise: 5 ways to exercise after having a baby
Regular post-pregnancy exercise can improve posture and strength, as well as increasing your energy and overall wellness
By Daniella Gray Last updated
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How to exercise your pelvic floor
You've probably heard of pelvic floor exercises before - but are you doing them properly, or as often as you should be?
By GoodtoKnow Last updated
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What is postnatal depression and what treatment is available?
Everything you need to know about spotting whether you have postnatal depression
By Debra Waters Published
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What is prenatal depression? Symptoms, signs and support
Prenatal depression, or antenatal depression, is far more common than you may think...
By Debra Waters Published
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Placenta encapsulation and eating your placenta - is it safe and what are the benefits?
Placenta is a natural part of every woman's pregnancy - but can it benefit you once your baby is here?
By Sibelle Mehmet Published
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First period after a baby: What to expect from your first postpartum period
The first period after a baby can be daunting. Here's what to expect – from how long a first postpartum period lasts to how to tell it's a period or lochia.
By Debra Waters Published
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Postnatal depression and breastfeeding
Should you keep breastfeeding with postnatal depression? Will it help with the symptoms or make them worse? Here are some things to consider before deciding
By Beth Ivory Published
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Postpartum psychosis: causes, signs, risks and treatment
Postpartum psychosis can be a terrifying experience for a new mum. More extreme than postnatal depression, it needs urgent care but there is help available.
By Debra Waters Last updated
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Male postnatal depression: Symptoms and signs of depression in dads
Charities are looking to break the huge taboo surrounding support for new fathers
By Debra Waters Published