Postpartum depression is a common condition that affects around 18-20% of women in Kenya. There’s no a single known cause and mostly it’s a combination of factors such as extreme hormonal shifts that occur after childbirth, life role changes, sleep deprivation, and a personal or family history with depression.
This condition can affect a mother’s ability to bond with the baby and take care of themselves after pregnancy and delivery. One of the ways to cope post-natal depression is knowing the signs and getting professional support early enough.
Our downloadable and printable post-natal depression checklist has most of the common ways the condition manifests. If you’re consistently feeling low after birth, browse through the sheet and check the answers as openly as you can.
Post-Natal Depression Support at Malaica Maternity Hospital
If most of your answers on the post-natal depression checklist are Cs or Ds or you feel something is off beyond the baby blues, please seek professional support for further consultation.
Malaica’s postnatal care includes virtual psychologists specialized in maternal mental health care who offer personalized and confidential sessions for newborn mums. Every mother deserves to be heard and seeking professional help is not a sign of weakness.
Curious how we can support your postpartum journey for optimal healing after birth? Call or send us a message at +254 746 610643 to learn more.