How to prevent/deal with postnatal depression

🌟 Exciting Announcement! Join me, Lilian Ong, Director and Registered Counsellor at Wellness Journey Pte Ltd, for a vital #AskTheExpert session on theAsianparent app! 🎉 📣 Topic: "How to Prevent/Deal with Postnatal Depression?" 🗓️ Date: 19th July 2023 🕒 Time: 8pm to 9pm Together, we will explore strategies and support systems that can make a positive difference in your well-being as a new mother. 📝 I request you to share any questions or concerns you may have about postnatal depression in the comments section below. 🔔 Save the date and mark your calendars for this invaluable session. 💕 Your mental health matters, and together, we can nurture a joyful and fulfilling motherhood experience! Warm regards, Lilian Ong Director / Registered Counsellor, Wellness Journey Pte Ltd

Lilian Ong

Registered Counsellor specialising in parenthood transition, parent-child relationships. Mother of 1

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I had a difficult childbirth experience, and I'm worried that it might increase my chances of developing postpartum depression. How can I effectively manage my emotions and reduce the risk?

Lilian Ong

Registered Counsellor specialising in parenthood transition, parent-child relationships. Mother of 1

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Hi Alice, have you had the chance to process your childbirth experience? especially if it still bothers you, might be good to talk about it with a counsellor. But if the experience is behind you already, then what's more important is your current situation - what are your stressors, support and coping strategies? Having space and time to process our emotions is important, though it can be challenging to do so when you are busy with baby. So it goes back to having enough support and learning to let go so you can take some time out for yourself to destress / connect with friends / seek professional support etc.

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