Perinatal Mental Health Week 2022

Perinatal Mental Health Week 2022

Perinatal depression and anxiety are recognised mental health conditions affecting 1 in 5 mothers and 1 in 10 fathers.

Arrived supports Gidget Foundation as we have personally been affected by perinatal depression. Every order over $100 we donate $2.00 to this amazing charity x

#PMHW2022 is a week where we unite to share the many supports and resources that are available for expectant and new parents in their most vulnerable time.

100,000 parents each year are affected by perinatal depression and anxiety in Australia. Every conversation that we start with the broader community is an opportunity to shine a light on the real experiences of expectant and new parents nationally.

Our united voice can create the message of authenticity for parents at risk of suffering from mental health challenges during pregnancy and early parenthood, and for their loved ones. We’re here, we get it is the theme for this year

• The transition into parenthood can be challenging. 1 in 5 new mums and 1 in 10 new dads and non-birthing partners experience perinatal depression and anxiety, which is around 100,000 Australian parents each year.

• Every conversation that we start with the broader community is an opportunity to shine a light on the real experiences of expectant and new parents nationally.

• Our united voice can create the message of authenticity for parents at risk of suffering from mental health challenges during pregnancy and early parenthood, and for their loved ones.

• 46 organisations in the perinatal mental health and parenting sector are uniting to share the many supports and resources that are available for expectant and new parents in their most vulnerable time, specific to their need.

• Support, resources and other helpful information for parents can be found on www.pmhweek.org.au

Gidget Foundation Australia is a not-for-profit organisation that exists to support the emotional wellbeing of expectant and new parents, to ensure they receive timely, appropriate and specialist care.

Gidget was the nickname of a vibrant young mother who tragically took her own life while experiencing postnatal depression, a diagnosis that she kept to herself. In her honour, her family and friends created Gidget Foundation Australia.

We are here x