What is Postpartum Depression Counselling?

You might be pregnant with a child, or just given birth to a baby. You are tired and exhausted. The task of raising a child seems overwhelming to you. You are not even sure that you will be able to make it through this time. There are feelings of sadness, feelings of unworthiness. There might also be feelings of anxiety – about the baby, about you, and about the future. During the pregnancy your friends and family were so happy for you. You thought this was supposed to be the happiest moment of your life. Now you feel a terrible sadness that you can’t get rid of. If the above experience seems to fit what you are going through, then you might be suffering from perinatal or postpartum depression. Perinatal depression refers to depressive symptoms that come during the pregnancy. Postpartum depression is a depression that comes after the pregnancy. This is different than what is referred to as “the baby blues,” it goes beyond this. If perinatal or postpartum depression is a concern for you, then postpartum depression counselling might be a good option.

How Can Counselling Help with Perinatal & Postpartum Depression?

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If you are struggling with symptoms of perinatal or postpartum depression, it can be scary to admit the feelings you are having. Often times, there is a guilt that is felt, that you are an “ungrateful” mother. Counselling is a safe space for you to share your thoughts, without fear of condemnation or judgement. The counsellor knows that this is a natural part of the pregnancy process. Together the counsellor and counselling participant can talk about the emotions and fears, and look at simple steps that can be taken to alleviate them. As always, if you are experiencing depressive symptoms it is always good to talk to your family doctor. The combination of counselling and help from a medical physician leads to stronger results than with either of them on their own!