Perinatal Anxiety and Depression Week 2019

Perinatal anxiety and depression is serious, there's a lot of stigma involved with mental health, and the health of new and expecting parents is not excluded. If left untreated the consequences can be devastating and some people will be surprised to learn how common an illness it is.

                                                       
Many people in the community don't know the signs and symptoms, or where to go to get support if they're struggling. Many parents are afraid to reveal what they're feeling or hesitate to get help because they fear being seen as bad parents.

We want expecting and new mums and dads, and their families to feel that they can be honest about their feelings. As a community we can help. Health professionals can help by encouraging open and honest conversations about the mental health of expecting and new parents in their work areas.

For more information and tools go to the PANDA website.