NHS Suffolk and North East Essex - Your Pregnancy Booklet

61 Getting ready for birth Preparing for after the birth The birth can often feel like such a huge event that not much time or attention is given to fatherhood and parenting. Having a baby changes relationships, carries responsibility and has significant financial impact, whilst also being a time of intense joy and pride. Up to 10% of new dads can suffer from postnatal depression, so if you start to feel changes in your mood, talk to your family, friends and GP. For more information visit: • NHS Choices www.nhs.uk/conditions/pregnancy-and-baby/dad-to-be- pregnantpartner/ • National Childbirth Trust www.nct.org.uk/pregnancy/dads-view-pregnancy www.nct.org.uk/professional/diversity-and-access/supporting-dads • Working with men http://workingwithmen.org/ • Best Beginnings www.bestbeginnings.org.uk/fathers