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It adds that among women with perinatal mental health conditions \u2013 just before and shortly after giving birth, around 20 percent will experience suicidal thoughts or undertake acts of self-harm. This revelation is contained in its new recommendations for health authorities worldwide, to help improve women\u2019s lives launched yesterday. According to the WHO, life-altering moments like pregnancy, birth, and early parenthood can be stressful for women and their partners. Ignoring mental fitness not only risks women\u2019s overall health and well-being but also impacts infants\u2019 physical and emotional development. 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