Pregnancy/Motherhood
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Explore a range of resources on pregnancy/motherhood, for comprehensive support and guidance on perinatal mental health, pregnancy nutrition, and emotional well-being.
Discover the Ready to COPE App!
Ready to COPE: Equip yourself with evidence-based information and support throughout pregnancy and the first year of parenthood with this free, comprehensive app.
Your essential support companion through pregnancy and early parenthood.
Fact Sheets
Nutrition During Pregnancy Fact Sheet
This fact sheet from CTD Resources provides comprehensive nutritional guidance for pregnant women, emphasising the importance of a balanced diet rich in essential nutrients like folate, iodine, and iron to support both maternal health and foetal development.
- Practical Tips: Get advice for healthy eating.
- Essential Nutrients: Learn about crucial nutrients for pregnancy.
- Expert Guidance: Gain insights for maternal and fetal health.
First Nations Communities (You and Your Jarjum) Fact Sheet
This factsheet from Gidget Foundation Australia provides important insights into the mental health challenges and support systems for First Nations communities, with a focus on culturally appropriate care and resources, including those related to motherhood.
- Cultural Understanding: Gain insights into mental health from a First Nations perspective.
- Support Systems: Learn about available resources and support for First Nations mothers.
- Expert Insights: Access recommendations for culturally sensitive care.
Miscarriage and Early Pregnancy Loss Support Fact Sheets
This webpage from The Pink Elephants Support Network provides multiple fact sheets to assist those who are suffering from pregnancy loss, assisting with emotional support and providing expert advice to aid you in your sensitive situation.
- Expert Insights: Access recommendations for sensitive care.
- Understanding Emotions: Learn about available resources and support to understand the way you're feeling.
- Family Support: Gain insights into how to navigate caring for your partner or telling your other children.
Anxiety and Depression During Pregnancy and the Postnatal Period Fact Sheet
The Anxiety and Depression During Pregnancy and the Postnatal Period Fact Sheet fact sheet from the Black Dog Institute explores the types, symptoms, causes, and treatment options for depression during pregnancy.
- Understand Risks: Learn about the specific risks and symptoms of depression during pregnancy.
- Seek Help: Identify when professional help is needed and how to access it.
- Support Wellbeing: Discover ways to support mental health during this critical period.
Management of Perinatal Anxiety and Depression Fact Sheet
The Management of Perinatal Anxiety and Depression fact sheet from the Black Dog Institute provides insights into the symptoms, causes, and treatment options for depression during and after pregnancy.
- Understand Risks: Learn about the specific risks and symptoms of antenatal and postnatal depression.
- Seek Help: Identify when professional help is needed and how to access it.
- Support Wellbeing: Discover ways to support mental health during and after pregnancy.
Online Programs
Parental Mental Health Program – This Way Up
The Perinatal Mental Health Programs on This Way Up offer online, clinically-proven strategies to help manage anxiety and low mood during pregnancy and postpartum.
Postnatal Depression Program – MumMoodBooster
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