CAN POSTPARTUM DEPRESSION BE PREVENTED

"Good routine, better diet, no intake of intoxicants, good sleep schedule, yoga and meditation, and managing professional and personal stress can all help reduce the risk of postpartum depression," Dr Chhabra said.

According to Dr Shweta , expecting parents must visit psychologists at least once every trimester to assess their mental health and identify any red flags. "Just like when they go to monthly physical examination, expecting parents must visit a psychologist at least once every trimester and once after the baby is born to understand their emotions and identify any red flags," she said.