‘I was just going through the motions and felt really distant from my baby’
To help spread awareness of perinatal depression and anxiety we publish stories bravely written by those who have experienced PNDA. This is Alison's story …
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Getting real about perinatal anxiety and depression
PANDA's new CEO Julie Borninkhof explains their “let's get real” campaign for 2019.
13 books to read to children who worry
There are many books for children that can help them deal with their worries and anxieties. Here are some of the best books you can read to a child who is anxious.
How to recognise a mental health issue in your child
Children can develop many of the same mental health difficulties as adults, but sometimes they can manifest in different ways, making them harder to recognise. Here are some signs parents should watch out for ...
Hey Mamma, Breathe, You’re doing an amazing job
Early childhood consultant, author and mum Stella Stead wants you to know something. It is a message she believes all parents should be told the day they come home from the hospital and every day after.
Anusaya’s antenatal anxiety and depression story
This is not an individual woman's story, it represents the thousands of stories PANDA's counsellors hear every year
6 ways to help your teen overcome school stress
Teenagers are particularly vulnerable to stress during assessment periods, when assignments are due and exams are closing in. How can parents help teenagers navigate through this stressful time?
‘If someone had offered to take her away, I would have gladly accepted’
Ross Hunt shares his experience with postnatal depression following the birth of his daughter.
How to spot perinatal anxiety or depression in expecting and new dads
If you're the partner, friend or family member of an expecting or new dad, how can you recognise that they may have perinatal depression or anxiety. Here are the signs to look out for ...
7 things new dads need to emotionally prepare for parenthood
Becoming a dad brings with it a range of changes to your physical and emotional health. Helen McAllister, St John of God National Director Raphael Services, shares her advice on the essentials all dads need to know to keep their emotional wellbeing in check.
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