MumSpace.com.au  provides new mums and mums-to-be with access to free resources and evidence-based supports for the prevention and treatment of perinatal depression. Led by the Parent-Infant Research Institute, the Perinatal Depression e-Consortium (PDeC) has developed this website to provide a stepped-care approach and offer a ‘one-stop shop’ offering Essential Skills in the transition to parenthood and easy access to online resources for all new parents, MindMum, an app developed to assist with emotional wellbeing in the perinatal period, when mums need ‘a little extra help’ and MumMoodBooster, an effective online treatment program for perinatal depression and anxiety. All of the resources on MumSpace are evidence-based, and trusted resources.

Dads need to look after themselves too! It may surprise you that men may also experience symptoms of depression when expecting a new baby or becoming a new parent. 1 in 10 expecting or new dads experience perinatal anxiety or depression in Australia. 43% of first-time dads believe postnatal depression and anxiety is a sign of weakness. You may also feel uncertain and insecure about your relationship or possibly disconnected from your partner. We’re encouraging dads who are struggling to seek help. If you feel like you are struggling to cope, overwhelmed, depressed or confused, you may wish to discuss this with your doctor or seek help via some resources below.

See our other resources for dads – As a Dad, you can find help day-to-day for the challenges of parenting a newborn at MumSpace or Towards Parenthood.

Check out symptoms of depression – click here

Beyond Blue – 1300 224 636 | PANDA – 1300 726 306

PIRI is committed to supporting parent well-being and infant development, from conception to the first years of life, through research and evidence-based treatments.

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Anonymous cognitive behavioural treatment that can be accessed online, anytime, anywhere!  Proven to treat depression in 79% of cases. Developed and scientifically tested by leading Australian and International researchers (Parent-Infant Research Institute & Oregon Research Institute).

Visit mummoodbooster.com to find out more!

PIRI have been successful in obtaining funding from the Australian Government’s Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF) as part of the Rapid Applied Research Translation program.
One in seven women experience postnatal depression, yet only 10 percent receive adequate treatment. Postnatal depression screening is a first step, currently conducted by time-poor Maternal Child Health Nurses (MCHNs). This study is using a Clinical Decision Support System (CDSS), designed by PIRI, to help nurses make the next steps following screening, and connect women with the appropriate support.
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Motivational Interviewing Improves Help-seeking for Postnatal Depression and Anxiety

Latest PIRI research shows that treatment uptake for postnatal depression and anxiety can be increased with a brief motivational interviewing intervention delivered by Maternal and Child Health Nurses.

Find out more on our Research Blog!