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It affects one in seven people in Ireland.

Practical help is the best way to combat postnatal depression, that's the view of a Laois psychotherapist.

Maternal Mental Health Awareness Week is this week, with the HSE revealing the condition affects one in seven people in Ireland,

Signs of postnatal depression can include a persistent feeling of hopelessness, sleep and appetite changes, apathy, and excessive feelings of guilt.

Psychotherapist at MonuMental Therapy in Portlaoise, Aoife McGrath says it's about offering practical help:

Appeal Renewed For Information On Deirdre Jacob Disappearance

The Jacob family are appealing for information ahead of the 28th anniversary of her disappearance.
Fire Crew Tackling Offaly Bog Fire

Fire crews believed the blaze had been extinguished yesterday.
Increased Investment Sought For Neurology Service In Midlands Hospital

Midlands TD's are both bringing attention to ongoing staffing shortages in Mullingar.
Photos: Forest Fest 2026

The festival was held in Emo, Laois over the weekend.
Midlands Bridge Lights Up Red And Green For Mayo Following All Ireland Win

The tribute honoured the newly crowned champions.
Planning Permission Refused For Midlands Glamping Facility

The site was near Lough Ree and was refused by Roscommon County Council on multiple grounds.
Press Photographer Of The Year Exhibition Returns To Offaly

This year's event taking place in in Oxmantown Hall, Birr.
Laois Home Prices Up Nearly 27%

The median house price in the county is now €345,000.

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