Hello
We're looking for folks who have experienced pregnancy depression and/or postnatal depression - whether or not you were formally diagnosed by a health professional to complete a short survey.
NB By 'postnatal depression', we mean depression that usually occurs that occurs up to a year after birth, rather than the tiredness, hormonal changes and emotional swings that are associated with 'baby blues' during the first couple of weeks.
We're conscious that some of the questions in the survey might be upsetting; please don’t feel that you have to complete it if so, we want you to prioritise your own wellbeing. If you are struggling with feelings of depression, always seek help from your GP or qualified healthcare professional. Help is also available from The Samaritans and there are more resources on our mental health webguide.
Individual responses collected from Mumsnet user surveys are held on a separate database that is password-protected and accessed only by a limited number of MNHQ staff, and all responses are destroyed or anonymised after three months.
This survey is open to all Mumsnet users who have given birth and who have experienced post natal or pregnancy depression. If you have experienced this more than once, please think about the most recent experience.
Add your details at the end if you'd like to be entered into a prize draw to win a £50 voucher for the store of your choice. All data will be kept confidential.
Here's the survey: www.surveymonkey.com/r/FQRY3RN
Thanks and good luck with the prize draw,
MNHQ