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‘Happy mother, happy baby’? Why telling mums-to-be not to stress can backfire

‘Happy mother, happy baby’? Why telling mums-to-be not to stress can backfire
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A mother’s mental health during pregnancy is linked to her child’s development. But simply telling a mum-to-be “don’t stress” and to “be positive and happy” can backfire. Experts share 10 ways to support her mental well-being – without adding to the mum guilt.

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