Perinatal Mental Health Week 2021

1 in 5 new mums and 1 in 10 new dads experience perinatal depression and anxiety, which is around 100,000 Australian parents each year. We're here, we see you! Join us for National Perinatal Mental Health Week. Read more
Media Release: Cake Off 2021, Decades of Cake!

We’ve had all things Canberra immortalised in cake, cakes of Australia's 'big things', World Cultures in Cake and last year's CakedIt online challenge (including a flock of very 'special' Duck Cakes) - this year Cake Off is travelling through time! Read more
Media Release: ACT Greens release comprehensive plan to grow perinatal services in the region

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Perinatal Mental Health and COVID-19

We've pulled together some information to help you manage your perinatal mental health during the current pandemic. Read more

News

Perinatal Mental Health Week 2021

1 in 5 new mums and 1 in 10 new dads experience perinatal depression and anxiety, which is around 100,000 Australian parents each year. We're here, we see you! Join us for National Perinatal Mental Health Week. Read more

Media Release: Cake Off 2021, Decades of Cake!

We’ve had all things Canberra immortalised in cake, cakes of Australia's 'big things', World Cultures in Cake and last year's CakedIt online challenge (including a flock of very 'special' Duck Cakes) - this year Cake Off is travelling through time! Read more

Media Release: ACT Greens release comprehensive plan to grow perinatal services in the region

Have you heard? #cakedit challenge

We are featured in Canberra Weekly! Read more

Breakfast with Lish Fejer

Interview with Perinatal Wellbeing Centre President, Christine Spicer on ABC Canberra radio program, Breakfast with Lish Fejer. #Cakedit Read more

Always wanted to enter a Cake Off? #cakedit is your chance

Always loved the PANDSI Cake Off? Well, now’s your chance to enter Perinatal Wellbeing Centre's challenge #cakedit to help raise vital funds for perinatal mental health. A HerCanberra article released today, 30 April 2020 Read more

Canberra mother eases pain of parenting during coronavirus with care packages sent to strangers

The arrival of a newborn is a sure-fire way to shake up a household's routine. Even in the best of circumstances, it can be a jolting and lonely time for parents as they find their feet. Read more

Perinatal Mental Health and COVID-19

We've pulled together some information to help you manage your perinatal mental health during the current pandemic. Read more

Perinatal Wellbeing Centre continues vital support

Article from Canberra Weekly by Allison Turnbull - 12/03/2020 Read more

Sun rises on ANU students' redesign of mental health centre

An ANU news article on the process of our name change and rebrand. From PANDSI to Perinatal Wellbeing Centre. Read more

The Cost of Perinatal Depression and Anxiety in Australia

Perinatal depression and anxiety costs $877 million a year in Australia, and that is just the beginning. Our new report 'The Cost of Perinatal Depression and Anxiety in Australia' highlights key findings on the economic costs of PNDA. Read more

Perinatal Mental Health Week 2019

10-16 November Read more

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Perinatal Portraits

Perinatal Wellbeing Centre is getting an early start to Perinatal Mental Health Week (6 – 12 November) with Perinatal Portraits - a very special photo exhibition and fundraiser.
Perinatal Portraits

Perinatal Wellbeing Centre is getting an early start to Perinatal Mental Health Week (6 – 12 November) with Perinatal Portraits - a very special photo exhibition and fundraiser.
Perinatal Mental Health Week 2021

1 in 5 new mums and 1 in 10 new dads experience perinatal depression and anxiety, which is around 100,000 Australian parents each year. We're here, we see you! Join us for National Perinatal Mental Health Week.
Parking for Perinatal

Did you know the average cost of parking in Canberra is $15.50 per day? Put your spare change to work by setting up a recurring donation to Perinatal Wellbeing Centre and help us support local families to have the best start in life.

How we help you

Perinatal Wellbeing Centre programs are designed to provide the support you need at every stage, and our team of Perinatal Mental Health Workers can work with you to tailor your own pathway through our services. Call 02 6288 1936 and speak to a member of our team about how you are feeling and how we can help. No diagnosis or referral is required.
What we do

Perinatal Wellbeing Centre is a community based non-government organisation providing support to families in the Australian Capital Territory. Primarily funded by ACT Health, it is staffed by experienced perinatal mental health workers and administration staff.
Donate today

Please show your support for parents and families experiencing perinatal mental health challenges by making a tax deductible donation to Perinatal Wellbeing Centre.
Support groups

Perinatal Wellbeing Centre provides support groups aimed at connecting you with others who are having similar experiences. Groups provide an opportunity to share mutual support, as well as looking at strategies to aid in recovery. To access a support group you need to first be a client of the Perinatal Wellbeing Centre. To become a client click here.
Self care strategies for parents and caregivers

Caring for a small child can be rewarding, exciting, surprising and frustrating. It can also sometimes be stressful, exhausting and worrying. Check out our list of self care ideas, and think about how these ideas might fit into your routine.
Perinatal anxiety

1 in 4 people will experience anxiety in their lifetime and for women it is more likely to occur during pregnancy or in the year following birth. As many as 1 in 5 women will experience perinatal anxiety. Certain factors, such as mental health history, complicated pregnancy or birth, or having an unwell or unsettled baby can increase the likelihood of developing perinatal anxiety.
The Cost of Perinatal Depression and Anxiety in Australia

Perinatal depression and anxiety costs $877 million a year in Australia, and that is just the beginning. Our new report 'The Cost of Perinatal Depression and Anxiety in Australia' highlights key findings on the economic costs of PNDA.
Perinatal depression

Depression occurs in up to 1 in 10 women during pregnancy, and in up to 1 in 7 women after the birth of a baby. Men are also affected by postnatal depression. Certain factors, such as mental health history, complicated pregnancy or birth, or having an unwell or unsettled baby can increase the likelihood of developing perinatal depression.
Board

Perinatal Wellbeing Centre is governed by a volunteer Board and complies with the regulations of the ACT Associations Incorporation Act (1991). The Board is responsible for the overall performance of the organisation, providing strategic direction and overseeing all operations of the Perinatal Wellbeing Centre.
Our history

The experienced team at the Perinatal Wellbeing Centre provide mental health support, education, information and referral for families in Canberra during pregnancy and after the birth of your baby.