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Did you know that 1 in 5 mothers experience mental health conditions such as depression, anxiety, and substance use disorder? These are the most prominent complications of pregnancy, childbirth, and the postpartum period. It’s essential to recognize and address these issues to ensure the well-being of both mother and child. By understanding the prevalence of these conditions, we can work together to break the stigma and provide the necessary support and resources for new mothers. Remember, reaching out for help is a sign of strength, and you are not alone in this journey. 💖 #MentalHealthAwareness #MaternalMentalHealth #SupportNewMoms #PostpartumCare #YouAreNotAlone #MHA2024

🌸 It's Maternal Mental Health Awareness Week! 🤰 Let's shine a light on the importance of mental health before, during, and after pregnancy. Did you know 1 in 5 women face mental health challenges during pregnancy, yet 70% keep it hidden? It's okay to talk about it! 💬 You're not alone, and there's plenty of support available. Check out the link below for resources if you or a loved one need help navigating this journey. 💖 #MaternalMentalHealth #BreakTheStigma #YouAreNotAlone 🤰🌱 https://buff.ly/3QuHWOB

Mental health is crucial, and it's disheartening to see that the healthcare system often fails to adequately support those who need it most. Marginalized groups, including pregnant individuals, BIPOC women, trans people, and queer people, face significant disparities in mental health care. Addressing these issues requires systemic change to ensure that everyone has access to the mental health resources they need. We definitely need to do better as a society! And that starts with each of us working together towards a greater good.

One in five pregnant people in the U.S. struggles with mental illness during pregnancy and/or postpartum, and the impact can last for generations. The Health Affairs April 2024 issue on #PerinatalMentalHealth & Well-Being explores the impact of perinatal mental health on parents, infants and children and how policies can intervene to help. Our Early Childhood Development U.S. initiative joined five philanthropic partners to sponsor the new original research, analyses and commentaries, with a particular focus on #equity. Read the issue and explore events and podcasts featuring the authors: https://lnkd.in/d5zqRtjW

October marks Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month. According to the March of Dimes, approximately 10% to 20% of known pregnancies result in miscarriage, while stillbirth affects about 1 in every 160 pregnancies in the U.S. For parents experiencing such losses, the emotional pain and sense of isolation can be overwhelming. Psychological support can play a crucial role in helping bereaved parents process their grief and regain a sense of emotional stability. Learn more about how mental health professionals can provide support and strategies for healing during this difficult time. https://bit.ly/4h1DD96 #pregnancyandinfantlossawareness #griefandloss #support

Maternal Mental Health Week is between the 29th April to 5th May. The week highlights awareness of mental health during pregnancy and the first years after birth. This can include mental health caused by pregnancy or childbirth, or existing mental health exacerbated by pregnancy or childbirth. If you have any new or expectant mothers in your business right now, what are some of the things you are doing to help support their mental health? There is lots of information available from https://lnkd.in/egnaEP3z #maternalmentalhealth"

This #MaternalMentalHealthWeek we're shining a spotlight on some of our staff stories of pregnancy, birth and motherhood and the challenges becoming a new mum can bring 🤰 Our HR manager Fran's story highlights the importance of asking for help however difficult it may seem, "If you're struggling, please speak out as the help is there. Or, if you love someone that you feel is struggling, be patient but encourage them to get support - I sometimes wonder how long it would have taken me if someone hadn't have reached out." Read Fran's full blog post here 👉 https://lnkd.in/eAjNN9Zv You're not alone. If you find any of our content triggering this week, please don't hesitate to reach out and ask for help. We're here for you 💙 To find out more about this important week, please visit https://lnkd.in/dPmkcWE Maternal Mental Health Alliance (MMHA) #maternalmentalhealth #parentalmentalhealth #mumsmentalhealth #mentalhealth #andovermind

def. perinatal = the period of time when you become pregnant and up to a year after giving birth "Looking after the mental health of mothers throughout all stages of pregnancy and motherhood is so important." Jake Mills If you're looking for help this Maternal Mental Health Awareness Week we've got you covered. Just search for 'perinatal support' at hubofhope.co.uk Remember, you're not alone, and there is always someone ready to listen and support you through tough times. 💛 #MaternalMentalHealthAwarenessWeek #MaternalMentalHealth #MentalHealthSupport

It's World Maternal Mental Health Day - a time dedicated to openly reflecting on the mental health problems that people can experience before, during and after pregnancy. Our research on Suffolk's maternity services shows that care has improved since 2022, with half of people discussing their mental health saying they felt supported. Discover what people found positive about their care - and what aspects could be improved to help further support new and expecting parents - through the link below. 👇👇👇 https://lnkd.in/gveXTtU9 #maternalMHmatters #WorldMaternalMentalHealthWeek

It's heartbreaking that more than 80% of pregnancy-related deaths in the U.S. are preventable. Maternal mental illness is the leading cause of those deaths, and it can impact mothers up to one year after pregnancy. For millions around the world, pregnancy is a dangerous experience, and combined with a huge gap in access to equitable care, it's a situation that demands change now. We must seek better outcomes for the physical and mental health of moms. During Maternal Mental Health Month, the GE HealthCare Foundation is shining a light on the struggles moms are facing, raising awareness of the need to create solutions that can improve their health and safety before and after pregnancy. We applaud our grantee organizations, as well as all those working to help moms and babies thrive.  #maternalhealth #mentalhealth #maternalmentalhealth #maternalmentalhealthmonth #futureofhealthcare