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Getting Help
The following is a list of how to get immediate help for postnatal depression:-

	See your Doctor
	See your Health Visitor
	See a Breastfeeding Counselor (if feeding related)
	Call us on 238514
	See a trained counselor (we have contact numbers)
	Talk to a friend or relative to help begin the healing process

There are measures that you can take to help yourself if you are suffering from postnatal depression:-

	Make sure that you are eating a healthy balanced diet, not missing meals, and not snacking on high fat/sugar food.
	Slow down, ask for and accept help - don't expect too much from yourself.
	Housework may have to take a back seat for a while until you are feeling better.
	Start gentle exercise classes such as swimming/aquafit/yoga
	Arrange for a meal out with friends or partner.
	Have a complementary therapy treatment.
	Have a pampering session at a beauty salon.
	Get lots of fresh air.
	Cut down on alcohol.
	Now and then take a break to ask someone you trust to care for your child/children, even if it is for just 1 hour.