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Mother Advocates for Urgent Support in Postnatal Mental Health

7/10/2025

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Karis, a brave mother from Basingstoke, Hampshire, is shining a light on the urgent need for enhanced mental health support for women facing postnatal depression. With Dr. Alain Gregoire revealing that 25% of women experience perinatal mental health challenges, the call for better training and resources for NHS staff has never been more critical.

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Story summary

Karis, a brave mother from Basingstoke, Hampshire, is shining a light on the urgent need for enhanced mental health support for women facing postnatal depression. With Dr. Alain Gregoire revealing that 25% of women experience perinatal mental health challenges, the call for better training and resources for NHS staff has never been more critical.