You may be more likely to get antenatal depression if you:
- have had depression before
- have anxiety
- are going through a very difficult life event, such as a bereavement or separation
- feel isolated or have little support from family or friends
- are having an unplanned pregnancy
- have experienced domestic abuse or violence
But anyone can get depression in pregnancy, even if they have no experience of anything on this list. It can happen out of the blue and affects women from all walks of life. You are not alone.