At least 35,000 women in the UK suffer from postnatal depression
The true figure is likely to be much higher due to the stigma and fear that can be associated with it. It follows that at some point further on they are likely to ask the question 'Do I/ we want another baby?'Just published, Another Twinkle in the Eye: Contemplating Another Pregnancy After Perinatal Mental Illness by Elaine Hanzak addresses this issue and supports parents and professionals in that decision making process, and in planning for another pregnancy and the postnatal period if the decision is yes. It also considers the implications