Prior eating disorders linked to long-term depression risk for mothers

A history of eating disorders and body image concerns before or during pregnancy are associated with future depressive symptoms among mothers, finds a new study. Click here for link to ScienceDaily

Panel Urges Counseling to Prevent Perinatal Depression in High-Risk Women

The first review of evidence by the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) on ways to prevent perinatal depression has led the researchers to recommend counseling for pregnant and postpartum women at increased risk for the disorder.  Click here to read further.

Emergency caesareans put new mothers at higher risk of developing postnatal depression

A major study provides new evidence that emergency C-sections put new mothers at greater risk of experiencing mental health problems after giving birth.  Click here to read further.

Postpartum Depression Linked to Mother’s Pain After Childbirth

While childbirth pain has been linked to postpartum depression, the culprit may be the pain experienced by the mother following childbirth, rather than during the labor and delivery process, according to a new study.  Click here to read further.