Former Justice Minister suffered postpartum anxiety

After the birth of her first child, Claire Sugden says she “really struggled” with severe anxiety, constantly fearing that “something was going to happen” to her daughter.

The former Justice Minister said she wants to speak publicly about her experience with postpartum anxiety, as she doesn’t want any other parent to go through what she went through.

Alongside her husband Andy, the independent MLA for East Londonderry welcomed their daughter Indy in May 2023.

She explained that although she was prepared for the challenges of the newborn phase, her anxiety increased rapidly in the weeks following Indy’s arrival, leaving her feeling irrational fears and worries about everyday situations.

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