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Radio Sheffield,9 mins

Postpartum Psychosis and Me

Toby Foster on BBC Radio Sheffield

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As a new mum, Alex Mills felt on top of the world. It didn't take long for those around her to notice that something wasn't right though. In this interview, she explains how it felt to be diagnosed with Postpartum Psychosis, a condition that she'd never heard of. She also talks about the steps she continues to take to manage her mental health as a young mum. Alex is talking to Toby Foster from BBC Radio Sheffield. For help and support on pre and postnatal illnesses, and other mental health issues, visit the BBC Action Line website: www.bbc.co.uk/actionline

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