Perinatal

Research indicates 1 in 5 expecting or new mums and 1 in 10 expecting or new dads may experience perinatal anxiety or depression, affecting around 100,000 families across Australia every year. This can occur any time during the perinatal period up until your child turns one. After this time, it is usually treated as a non-perinatal mental illness.

1. Feeling low or not feeling anything
2. Feeling hopeless or worthless
3. Losing interest in others, including your new baby
4. Sleeping too much, or difficulty sleeping
5. Changes in appetite, together with weight loss or gain
6. Difficulty coping with daily activities
7. Thoughts of harming yourself or your child

If you’re experiencing the above warning signs, please contact your Gp to discuss your ongoing care and support. Your Gp may offer a Mental Health Care Plan for your ongoing psychological support.

Perinatal mental health can be supported with appropriate care and support. At Mindthrive Psychology we use evidence based and a client centered approach to assist you in this beautiful, yet challenging time. Many parents who experience perinatal mental health concerns go on to have more children.