Mental Health Support
If you or someone you know needs emergency support please call 000.
The 1800 011 511 Mental Health Line is NSW Health's 24/7 statewide phone service which links people with NSW Health mental health services.
All parents/caregivers can speak to our Child and Family Health Nurses at any visit if they need help.
Mother's will be asked some questions about how they are coping at the 6-8 week check. Please note that partner's will be asked to step outside during this chat.
Further Information:
Note: The "Perinatal period" is from conception to the first year of a child's life.
Key places for Perinatal Mental Health Support:
1. South Eastern Sydney Local Health District (SESLHD) – Perinatal Mental Health Services
- Offers mental health services for parents during pregnancy and the postpartum period.
https://www.seslhd.health.nsw.gov.au/perinatal-infant-mental-health-ser…
2. Gidget Foundation Australia
- Supports pregnant mothers and new parents with mental health issues, giving access to counseling and support.
https://www.gidgetfoundation.org.au/
3. For When
Offers emotional and mental health support for parents. They will support clients to find a psychologist or counsellor.
4. Beyond Blue – Perinatal Mental Health
- Provides help for parents dealing with anxiety, depression, and other mental health issues during pregnancy and the first year of being a parent.
https://www.beyondblue.org.au/who-does-it-affect/people/parents/perinat…
5. Lifeline
- Offers 24/7 crisis support and suicide prevention services. This includes a helpline for pregnant woman and new parents needing support.
13 11 14 (24/7 crisis support)
6. PANDA (Perinatal Anxiety & Depression Australia)
- Provides support for people with anxiety, depression, and other mental health issues during pregnancy and early parenthood.
1300 726 306
7. The Pregnancy, Birth and Baby Helpline
- A national helpline giving information and support to parents
https://www.pregnancybirthbaby.org.au/
1800 882 436
8. Raising Children Network – Mental Health and Wellbeing
- Provides resources for parents on managing mental health. This includes advice on coping with the stresses of pregnancy and early parenting.
https://raisingchildren.net.au/
9. Tresillian
Help people needing mental health support and parenting advice.
https://www.tresillian.org.au/
1300 272 736 (Parenting support)
10. Karitane
Provides help for parents and families with children. This includes mental health support, education for parents, and family counselling.
1300 227 464 (Parenting support)
11. COPE (Centre of Perinatal Excellence)
- Supports perinatal mental health, offering resources, online programs, and professional support.