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Postnatal Depression affects 1 in 7 new mothers. As many as 1 in 10 new parents will develop the condition. Postnatal Depression, also referred to as the “baby blues”, although common, can be difficult to process and many people that experience it shrug it off as something that will pass. This is not always the case and seeking help early is the key to treating the condition. Dealing with postnatal depression can be a confusing time for those affected and the people around them. Here is a list of 10 ways you can help support a friend with postnatal depression.

Having children is expensive.  In Australia, the conservative cost of raising a child to 17 years of age is $297,600. This gets much more expensive when you have to take time off work to care for children.  Fortunately, some generous countries are making it easier for new parents by compensating them for long periods of leave. Here are the countries with the best maternity and paternity leave.

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