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The birth of a child is often celebrated as a joyful and fulfilling experience. However, for some new mothers, the period following childbirth can be marked by a range of intense emotions that go beyond the expected baby blues. Postpartum depression (PPD), also known as postnatal depression, is a common yet serious mental health condition that affects women after giving birth.  It can affect any woman, regardless of her age, background, or previous mental health history. The exact causes of PPD are not fully understood, but hormonal changes, genetic predisposition, and social factors all contribute to its development. Symptoms of Postpartum Depression include persistent feelings of sadness, emptiness, or hopelessness. Lack of interest or pleasure in activities that were previously enjoyable. Significant changes in appetite and sleep patterns. Irritability, anxiety, and restlessness. Fatigue and loss of energy. Difficulty bonding with the baby. Thoughts of self-harm or harming the b...

  We have all experienced anger at one point . We have all overreacted to a situation and later realised it was not warranted and just regretted it. We all have reached a point where we say we will be better at handling disappointments or situations. We may try it a few times but we break character and go back to our usual tantrums . Now , I understand there are people whose reaction is silence and not to respond, just hold it in .  Some may pile the anger up and  'explode' when they can't take it anymore. I acknowledge people have different ways they react. The main question is whether you reaction is loud or silence, what is going on in your head. What is your thought about the situation and its happening .  People will hurt you intentionally , some by accident and others will disappoint you. Do you take it as your problem or theirs? Between you and them, who needs help? Do you think you deserve whatever they did to you. If not then why would you stress over them ....

  Many of us know the parenting style in an African setup is the military style. If we see any form of gentle parenting being exercised we are all shocked and feel like it's an abnormal occurrence.  My question is when you were being raised, did you feel like home was your safe place when things in the outside world got tough? Most of us are always struggling to succeed and leave home so that you can live the life you wished for. The problem is even though we knew we didn't like the military style , the new parents are still using it on their children. This is because it's the only style your mind is used to and it automatically gets back to that.  As a result you become that parent that you wished would just talk to you and listen but didn't.  You don't value conversation with your kids. You don't let your child have a dialogue  with you or try to understand their minds.  Give them a scenario and listen to what they think about it.  Let them know how ...