Antenatal Mental Health in January: When Pregnancy Feels Emotionally Harder Than Expected

January is often framed as a time of fresh starts, hope, and optimism. For many people, pregnancy is assumed to fit neatly into that narrative - a joyful beginning, something to feel grateful for, or something to celebrate. But for a significant number of expectant parents, January can feel emotionally heavier rather than hopeful.

This blog discusses how antenatal mental health challenges are far more common than many people realise, and why parents deserve care, understanding, and support during pregnancy, not just after birth.