National Services
The Hearts & Minds Partnership are committed to supporting the development of local grassroots support for parents with their mental health during the perinatal period.
There are also several charities and organisations who offer support across the whole country, and may have support and resources available that you may find useful at this time.
For more information about perinatal mental health and explanations about terms and references check our FAQs
Mind
A national mental health charity. Specific information and support about perinatal mental health:
PANDAS
PANDAS is a community offering peer-to-peer support for you, your family and your network.
National Childbirth Trust
Support and advice for all areas of pregnancy and early parenthood
Best Beginnings
The Baby Buddy app by Best Beginnings guides you through pregnancy, birth and parenthood, with information and resources. It can be downloaded via app stores. More information at: Baby Buddy app Best Beginnings Perinatal Mental health specific resources at: Out of the Blue
Home Start UK
Home-start UK is a local community network of trained volunteers and expert support helping families with young children through their challenging times, including perinatal mental health.
Action on Postpartum Psychosis
Action on Postpartum Psychosis is the national charity offering peer support and information for women and families affected by postpartum psychosis.
Support for Specific Needs
There are charities and organisations who can also support with specific experiences you may have had in your pregnancy, birth and early parenthood:
Miscarriage & loss
Maternal birth injury
Neonatal care
