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Can Singing Alleviate Post-Partum Depression?

If you’re feeling blue after giving birth, singing may help you feel a little better. A new study shows singing and composing new songs for your baby can help you…

LONDON – JULY 18: In this photo illustration a pregnant woman is seen stood at the office work station on July 18, 2005 in London, England. Under plans to revise paid maternity leave, an exteneded period of six to nine months will be offered for maternity leave from 2007. (Photo illustration by Daniel Berehulak/Getty Images)

(Photo illustration by Daniel Berehulak/Getty Images)

If you're feeling blue after giving birth, singing may help you feel a little better. A new study shows singing and composing new songs for your baby can help you recuperate mentally.

And women who sang in groups with their babies experienced a 35 per cent faster improvement with their post-partum depression symptoms.

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