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Shouldn't I be happy? : emotional problems of pregnant and postpartum women
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New York : The Free Pr, 1995
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9780029214053

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30000003051715 RG588 M57 1995 Open Access Book Book
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Pregnancy and childbirth are a happy and joyous time for some women, but for others the experience can be one of anxiety, fear and confusion. Because our society cherishes pregnancy and motherhood, many women suffer in silence when their experience is anything less than sublime. How do they explain their unhappiness to spouses, friends, and family, and how can they know if what they are experienceing are the normal mood fluctuations of pregnancy or if they should seek professional help?