Social isolation, extended wait lists and living in regional communities can sometimes make it difficult to access more traditional perinatal support services. The good news is, support is now readily available through a suite of free and effective online programs.
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Australian Fatherhood Research Symposium 2022
As part of its commitment to building a brighter future and supporting fathers across Australia, PIRI is excited to be participating in the Australian Fatherhood Research Symposium 2022.
PIRI – Investing in the Earliest Years to Build a brighter future
The Parent-Infant Research Institute (PIRI) is dedicated to tackling perinatal depression, anxiety and their consequences through research and translating research evidence to practice. PIRI is investing in the earliest years to build a brighter future.
Perinatal depression and anxiety – What’s New in Clinical Practice
Partnering with North Western Melbourne Primary Health Network and the Parent-Infant Research Institute (PIRI) this webinar aims to increase participants understanding of specialised approaches to managing depression and anxiety in the perinatal period.
Celebrating International Men’s Day
Celebrating International Men’s Day. 1 in 10 new or expectant fathers experience anxiety or depression in Australia and more than 40 per cent of new dads believe depression and anxiety is a sign of weakness.
Best Scientific Poster Awarded for Group Mother-infant Interaction Intervention Study
The Parent-Infant Research Institute (PIRI) is excited to have received an award for Best Scientific Poster at the Australasian Marce Society & Tresillian Family Care Centre’s 'New Paradigms in Parenting, Perinatal Mental Health & Wellbeing' Virtual Conference, 9-10 September 2021.
DadSpace – A new website supporting dads in the transition to parenthood
PIRI is excited to announce DadSpace, a new website dedicated to supporting fathers across Australia. DadSpace provides information, strategies, tips, resources, and support specifically for dads who are expecting or have a new baby.
World Mental Health Day 2021
World Mental Health Day is being celebrated on 10 October 2021. The early years are critical for lifelong brain development and functioning, learning, and wellbeing. PIRI is committed to investing in the earliest years to build a brighter future for mothers, fathers, babies, and their families. #mhw2021
PIRI statement on Royal Commission into Victoria’s Mental Health System
The Royal Commission into Victoria’s Mental Health System has now made available its final report, which describes 65 recommendations for improving Victoria’s mental health system that the Victorian Government has committed to implement.
Perinatal Depression and Anxiety Awareness
Your MumSpace Perinatal Depression and Anxiety Awareness Kit contains social media tiles focussing on perinatal mental health and the support tools available. Please feel free to download these and share these via your networks.