An international society for the understanding, prevention and treatment of mental illness related to child bearing.

Helpful Links

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Where to find help: 

  • Beyond Blue

    Website: http://www.beyondblue.org.au
    Description: Provides information and support to help everyone in Australia achieve their best possible mental health, including specific resources for perinatal mental health.
  • PANDA (Perinatal Anxiety & Depression Australia)
    Website
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    http://www.panda.org.au

    Helpline Number: 1300 726 306

     

    Description: Offers a helpline and online resources for expecting and new parents experiencing perinatal anxiety and depression.

  • Centre of Perinatal Excellence (COPE)

    Website: http://cope.org.au
    Description: Provides support, education, and research to improve the emotional wellbeing of parents during the perinatal period.

  • Helen Mayo House

    Website: http://www.wch.sa.gov.au/services/az/divisions/mentalhealth/helenmayo/index.html
    Description: A specialist perinatal mental health service providing care for women experiencing severe mental health issues during pregnancy and postpartum.

  • ForWhen

    Website: https://forwhenhelpline.org.au/
    Description: A national helpline providing support and connection to local services for new and expecting parents experiencing mental health challenges.

  • Gidget Foundation Australia

    Website: https://www.gidgetfoundation.org.au/
    Description: Provides support for expectant and new parents experiencing perinatal depression and anxiety.

  • Peach Tree Perinatal Wellness

    Website: https://peachtree.org.au/
    Description: Offers peer support, education, and wellness services for parents experiencing perinatal mental health challenges.

  • The Perinatal Anxiety & Depression Aotearoa (PADA)

    Website: https://www.pada.nz/
    Description: A New Zealand-based organisation providing resources and support for those affected by perinatal anxiety and depression.

  • The Women's Mental Health Clinic - Mercy Hospital for Women

    Website: https://www.mercyhealth.com.au/
    Description: Offers specialised mental health services for women during the perinatal period.

  • The Australasian Birth Trauma Association (ABTA)

    Website: https://www.birthtrauma.org.au/
    Description: Provides support and resources for parents affected by birth trauma.

  • MumSpace

    Website: https://www.mumspace.com.au/
    Description: Offers digital resources for managing perinatal mental health, including programs like MumMoodBooster.

  • The Raphael Centre

    Website: https://www.svhm.org.au/our-services/departments-and-services/r/raphael-centre
    Description: Provides mental health services for mothers, fathers, and families during the perinatal period.

  • Tresillian Family Care Centres

    Website: https://www.tresillian.org.au/
    Description: Offers support for parents with young children, including services for postnatal depression.
  • MotherToBaby
    Website: https://mothertobaby.org
    Description: Provides up-to-date information on medications, diseases, and other exposures during pregnancy and breastfeeding.


Other recourses: 

  • International Association for Women's Mental Health (IAWMH)
    Website: http://www.iawmh.org/
    Description: Promotes the mental health of women worldwide through education, research, and advocacy.

  • The International Marcé Society
    Website: http://www.marcesociety.com/
    Description: Dedicated to supporting research and clinical practice in the field of perinatal mental health.

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