Maternal Mental Health: Why Getting Early Treatment is Crucial?

Serene Health10 Jun, 2022Health

A mother who has experienced traumatic or frightening childbirth or past trauma exacerbated by delivery may start experiencing symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). PTSD symptoms can include flashbacks, intense feelings of anxiety, and an urge to avoid anything related to the traumatic event. This type of PTSD is common in parents who have a baby with medical needs that may require a stay in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU). The emotional roller coaster of having a child in intensive care is something that doesn?t go away after the baby is discharged to go home.