Maternal mental health issues: Signs to watch out for

Published on Jan 09, 2024 06:00 AM IST

From changes in sleeping patterns to unrelenting worry, here are a few signs of maternal mental health issues we must know about.

Share Via

Copy Link

1 / 6

Often mothers fall prey to Complex Post-Traumatic Disorder symptoms. Keeping an eye on maternal mental health issues helps in curbing the symptoms at an initial phase and addressing the problems. "Remember, taking care of your mental health is not just beneficial for you, but also for your family. It's okay to seek support and take time for self-care," wrote Therapist Linda Meredith. Here are a few signs.(Unsplash)

Published on Jan 09, 2024 06:00 AM IST

Often mothers fall prey to Complex Post-Traumatic Disorder symptoms. Keeping an eye on maternal mental health issues helps in curbing the symptoms at an initial phase and addressing the problems. "Remember, taking care of your mental health is not just beneficial for you, but also for your family. It's okay to seek support and take time for self-care," wrote Therapist Linda Meredith. Here are a few signs.(Unsplash)

2 / 6

Sudden mood swings, excessive sadness or irritability are signs of a mother being emotionally frustrated and drained. (Unsplash)

Published on Jan 09, 2024 06:00 AM IST

Sudden mood swings, excessive sadness or irritability are signs of a mother being emotionally frustrated and drained. (Unsplash)

3 / 6

Insomnia, loss of sleep, or change in sleeping patterns can affect the body. Sometimes excessive sleeping can also be a sign of mental health disorder. (Unsplash)

Published on Jan 09, 2024 06:00 AM IST

Insomnia, loss of sleep, or change in sleeping patterns can affect the body. Sometimes excessive sleeping can also be a sign of mental health disorder. (Unsplash)

4 / 6

Increased or decreased appetite can be a sign for a mother to watch out for as well. (Unsplash)

Published on Jan 09, 2024 06:00 AM IST

Increased or decreased appetite can be a sign for a mother to watch out for as well. (Unsplash)

5 / 6

Unrelenting worries, anxiety, unnecessary stress can affect the mother emotionally, mentally and also physically. (Unsplash)

Published on Jan 09, 2024 06:00 AM IST

Unrelenting worries, anxiety, unnecessary stress can affect the mother emotionally, mentally and also physically. (Unsplash)

6 / 6

When extreme tiredness does not go even after taking adequate rest, it is a major sign to watch out for. (Unsplash)

Published on Jan 09, 2024 06:00 AM IST

When extreme tiredness does not go even after taking adequate rest, it is a major sign to watch out for. (Unsplash)

News / Photos / Lifestyle Photos / Maternal mental health issues: Signs to watch out for

SHARE

Copy

Whatsapp Twitter Facebook Linkedin

Copyright © 2025 HT Digital Streams Limited. All Rights Reserved.

Story Saved

Live Score

Your Subscription Plan

Saved Articles

Subscribe Now!

Follow Us On

.affilate-product { padding: 12px 10px; border-radius: 4px; box-shadow: 0 0 6px 0 rgba(64, 64, 64, 0.16); background-color: #fff; margin: 0px 0px 20px; } .affilate-product #affilate-img { width: 110px; height: 110px; position: relative; margin: 0 auto 10px auto; box-shadow: 0px 0px 0.2px 0.5px #00000017; border-radius: 6px; } #affilate-img img { max-width: 100%; max-height: 100%; position: absolute; top: 50%; left: 50%; transform: translate(-50%, -50%); } .affilate-heading { font-size: 16px; color: #000; font-family: "Lato",sans-serif; font-weight:700; margin-bottom: 15px; } .affilate-price { font-size: 24px; color: #424242; font-family: 'Lato', sans-serif; font-weight:900; } .affilate-price del { color: #757575; font-size: 14px; font-family: 'Lato', sans-serif; font-weight:400; margin-left: 10px; text-decoration: line-through; } .affilate-rating .discountBadge { font-size: 12px; border-radius: 4px; font-family: 'Lato', sans-serif; font-weight:400; color: #ffffff; background: #fcb72b; line-height: 15px; padding: 0px 4px; display: inline-flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center; min-width: 63px; height: 24px; text-align: center; margin-left: 10px; } .affilate-rating .discountBadge span { font-family: 'Lato', sans-serif; font-weight:900; margin-left: 5px; } .affilate-discount { display: flex; justify-content: space-between; align-items: end; margin-top: 10px } .affilate-rating { font-size: 13px; font-family: 'Lato', sans-serif; font-weight:400; color: black; display: flex; align-items: center; } #affilate-rating-box { width: 48px; height: 24px; color: white; line-height: 17px; text-align: center; border-radius: 2px; background-color: #508c46; white-space: nowrap; display: inline-flex; justify-content: center; align-items: center; gap: 4px; margin-right: 5px; } #affilate-rating-box img { height: 12.5px; width: auto; } #affilate-button{ display: flex; flex-direction: column; position: relative; } #affilate-button img { width: 58px; position: absolute; bottom: 42px; right: 0; } #affilate-button button { width: 101px; height: 32px; font-size: 14px; cursor: pointer; text-transform: uppercase; background: #00b1cd; text-align: center; color: #fff; border-radius: 4px; font-family: 'Lato',sans-serif; font-weight:900; padding: 0px 16px; display: inline-block; border: 0; } @media screen and (min-width:1200px) { .affilate-product #affilate-img { margin: 0px 20px 0px 0px; } .affilate-product { display: flex; position: relative; } .affilate-info { width: calc(100% - 130px); min-width: calc(100% - 130px); display: flex; flex-direction: column; justify-content: space-between; } .affilate-heading { margin-bottom: 8px; } .affilate-rating .discountBadge { position: absolute; left: 10px; top: 12px; margin: 0; } #affilate-button{ flex-direction: row; gap:20px; align-items: center; } #affilate-button img { width: 75px; position: relative; top: 4px; } }