Mental health and wellbeing

When you’re pregnant, anxiety can last for days, weeks or months. Know the signs, explore treatment options and find the support you need.

The baby blues are common in the first few days after giving birth. Learn how to manage your symptoms and how to know if you may have depression.

Pregnancy can have its ups and downs, but lingering negative thoughts or feelings of helplessness or isolation may be a sign of depression.

Learn some simple tips on taking care of your mental and physical wellbeing during pregnancy and as new a parent.

Learn how to manage pregnancy with a mental illness. Read about self-care, medicines, support services and staying well for you and your baby.

Learn about mental wellbeing after pregnancy, including baby blues, postnatal depression, anxiety and where parents can find support.

Prioritise mental wellbeing in pregnancy. Learn about conditions, signs you may need help, and strategies for managing your mental health.

Postnatal anxiety develops in the first year of parenthood and is common in both parents. Learn to recognise the signs and get the support you need.

Many women experience the 'baby blues' after pregnancy, but when low feelings persist beyond these early days, it may be postnatal depression.

Postpartum psychosis, a severe mental illness, can happen after you give birth. If you or your partner suspect postpartum psychosis, see a doctor.

Postpartum post traumatic stress disorder, or PTSD, is continued distress after a traumatic birth experience. Learn how talking to someone can help.

Birth trauma affects many parents, but support and treatment are available. Find out more about psychological birth trauma and how to get help.