Postpartum psychosis: a mother’s story | Wellcome

Having a baby can have a huge and sometimes unexpected effect on a parent’s mental health. Catherine talks about her experiences as a new mother, her diagnosis of postpartum psychosis, and how she was able to work through such a challenging period of her life with the right support.

A film made in collaboration with BBC Tomorrow's World
Scientific advisor: Dr Heather O’Mahen

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