Canterbury Mornings

A Christchurch mother who was diagnosed with postnatal depression more than seven months ago is still waiting for help.Advocates say Amy Payne's story is one of many showing a nationwide gap in support for mums seeking help for maternal mental health.Richard Green spoke to Erin Manning from Postnatal Depression Canterbury who says unfortunately this is a common story they are hearing.Of the 11,000 women experiencing postnatal depression and anxiety each year, about three-quarters were affected by delays in diagnosis and treatment.