New parent challenges: Clinical Psychologist Janine Boulle answers your questions

New parent challenges: Clinical Psychologist Janine Boulle answers your questions

If you’re a new mom or dad, this one will be especially relevant - listen to the podcast below.

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Being a new mom is difficult. There are demands coming from all sides and it’s easy for mothers to feel the strain under increased pressure and anxiety. 

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New parents who are fatigued and experiencing changes in their sleep patterns may develop a variety of perinatal mood disorders during this period, including anxiety, depression, and postpartum psychosis.

Clinical Psychologist Janine Boulle joined Elana Afrika-Bredenkamp to answer questions to help improve our mental and emotional well-being.

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