Depression is a condition that affects your emotional state. It can cause you to have feelings of sadness, low energy levels, excessive worry, and feelings of hopelessness. 

Studies have shown that it is more common among women, especially those in their reproductive years. 

Depression in pregnancy starts during pregnancy but may continue even after delivery. It may be caused by unintended pregnancy, partner discordance, pre-pregnancy depression, which occurs before pregnancy and heightens during pregnancy, and low social and financial support.

All these may cause feelings of depression during pregnancy and may lead to malnutrition of both baby and mother, suicidal thoughts, and bad habits like alcohol consumption and smoking, which are harmful during pregnancy.

The key to solving this problem is social support. If you have any of these feelings, you must contact family and friends to share your problems or worries. 

Feel free to also reach out to us at Mumhealth. We are here to support you through this phase, which is meant to be enjoyed thoroughly. Don't hesitate to contact us.