Prenatal Depression is common among expecting mothers and around 70 percent experience the symptoms. The stress of pregnancy results in depression even if the pregnancy is well planned. Any complication can lead to intensification of the symptoms. Hormonal changes during the period also lead to anxiety. About Prenatal Depression – Risk Factors Interestingly, a few risk factors increase the chances of a woman suffering from Prenatal Depression. A few of these include •    Family or Personal History: If you or a member of your family including parents or siblings has struggles with depression in the past, chances of your feeling the same during pregnancy are high. •    Problems with Pregnancy: Prenatal depression is also common in women who had a complication during the buildup to pregnancy. This could be difficulty in conceiving, fertility treatment, pregnancy loss and being pregnant with twins among others. •    Stressful Life: Financial worries, emotional worries and work life related worries along with physical or emotional abuse can lead to a stressful life. An expecting mother who has faced these in the past is likely to be more venerable against the depression. •    Difficulties related to Relationship: An unsupportive partner can be a big reason behind the prenatal depression and things are likely to get worse with the arrival of a young one. About Prenatal Depression – Symptoms Some of the symptoms related to depression type include •    Difficulty in concentrating •    Irritation to everything around •    Excessive crying •    Feeling bad and empty throughout the ...

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