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Understanding PND

Feeling persistently sad, empty, or hopeless.

Experiencing intense anxiety or panic attacks, often triggered by baby's needs.

Feeling irritable, overwhelmed, or unable to cope with the demands of motherhood.

Loss of interest in activities you once enjoyed, including caring for your baby.

Feeling detached or numb, experiencing a sense of emotional distance from your family.

Difficulty sleeping or sleeping too much.

Understanding PNA

Constantly worrying or sudden panic that can feel hard to manage on your own.

Intrusive thoughts, unwanted, repetitive, or graphic images of harm coming to the infant.

Racing heart, shortness of breath, diziness, nausea and muscle tension.

Severe insomnia and inability to rest even when baby is sleeping.

Rapid thoughts, difficulty concentrating and constant dread.

Support & Resources

Immediate help - call '000' or Lifeline '13 11 14'

If you or your child are in immediate danger call 000. If you are experiencing suicidal thoughts or feeling disorientated call Lifeline.

PANDA

Online information and resources for those experiencing PNDA or those supporting someone with PNDA.

PANDA helpline 1300 726 306 (open 7 days business hours)

Perinatal Anxiety & Depression Australia

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First step, visit your GP and discuss your concerns. Ask for a referral to your local mental health support and utilise a mental health plan.

Gain practical tools and expert advice to help you navigate the challenges of motherhood with confidence and resilience.

General Practitioner (GP)

Raising Children Network

Parenting guide for all ages and stages. Feel supported from this education by Australian experts.

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COPE: Centre of Perinatal Excellence

Easy to digest post natal anxiety and depression information, tools and stratergies.

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State and Territory - Maternal and Child Health Nurses

Your local Maternal and Child Health Nurse can be a wealth or knowledge and support. Their job is to support you through this postnatal period and guide you to professional services if needed.

Victoria
- Maternal and Child Health Line: Call 13 22 29 (24 hours, 7 days a week)

Queensland
- 13 HEALTH: Call 13 43 25 84 (ask to speak with a Child Health Nurse, available 7 am to 9 pm daily; general nursing advice available 24/7)

New South Wales
- Child and Family Health Intake: Call 1300 244 288 or reach out to local community health centers.
- Parent Line NSW: Call 1300 130 052

Western Australia
- Community Child Health Service: Call 1300 749 869 (Monday–Friday, 8:30 am to 5 pm)

South Australia
- Child and Family Health Service (CAHHS) / Parent Helpline: Call 1300 364 100

Tasmania
- Parent Line Tasmania: Call 1300 808 178 (24 hours, 7 days)

Northern Territory
- NT Child Health Services: Contact your local community care centre or regional health clinic, or call Healthdirect on 1800 022 222

Australian Capital Territory
- ACT Maternal and Child Health: Contact Canberra Health Services or call Pregnancy, Birth and Baby on 1800 882 436

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