Mental health problems growing among new mums in Nepal

National Statistics Office data show six percent of maternal deaths were due to self-harm (suicide), with most cases occurring during pregnancy.

A few weeks ago, a 26-year-old working class mother was rushed to the Thapathali-based Paropakar Maternity and Women’s Hospital, as she suffered from persistent sadness, sleeplessness, and loss of interest in everything including her newborn.