Perinatal depression: 'People said my newborn was the best Christmas present - but I didn't feel it'

For many, Christmas is a time of joy and celebration, but for new mothers like myself, it can be a daunting period filled with unexpected challenges. Overwhelmed and exhausted, the festive expectations felt crushing, especially as I juggled the demands of a newborn.

The pressures of the holiday season, combined with the emotional rollercoaster of motherhood, left me feeling isolated. Instead of enjoying the celebrations, I found myself battling feelings of inadequacy and distress, as I struggled to adapt to my new reality.

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