Perinatal mental health
Perinatal mental health
What happens in the first few years of a child’s life can shape their whole life.
The bond between a parent and baby is very important. How you care for your baby and respond to their needs helps shape the way their mind and brain develops. Having a baby is a major life event and many parents struggle with their mental health at times. This can affect the bond between them and their baby. If you're struggling with how you're feeling, and these feelings start to have an impact on day-to-day life you are not alone, and support is available.
Find support from:
- PANDAS - PND awareness and support, you can also follow @PNDandme
- Perinatal Mental Health Partnership UK
- the NHS about preparing for the birth
- Acacia Family Support
- This Mum Moves for mums and mums to be
For women experiencing mental health issues during pregnancy or during the baby’s first year please contact your midwife or Health Visitor for support. For other adults living in York use Qwell or speak to your GP or Local Area Co-ordinator.
