Infants born to mothers with depressive symptoms immediately after delivery had a substantially higher risk of dying before their first birthday, according to researchers involved in a Rutgers-led study of more than 414,000 births in New Jersey.
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Maternal Postpartum Depression Linked to Increased Infant Mortality Risk
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September 17, 2026
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A study led by Rutgers found that infants born to mothers with postpartum depressive symptoms have a significantly higher risk of dying before their first birthday. The research analyzed over 414,000 births in New Jersey. This highlights the importance of maternal mental health, which is a growing concern in Iran.
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