Online Support Groups

Due to the restrictions of COVID-19 we are currently offering groups via the telephone and through online platforms like zoom for clients. Our Facebook live streams are open to all; follow our Facebook page here.

Telephone Support Program- Clients receive regular scheduled therapeutic support calls with a mental health worker where they can debrief, develop strategies and work through factors that are impacting their mental health.

Baby & Me Yoga Group – This online group is open to all clients who have a non-mobile or just mobile baby that would like to playfully connect with their baby while moving through a series of yoga moves together. After yoga participants are welcome to hang around for a small group chat and catch up.

Wellbeing Yoga Group- This online group is open to all clients who would like to focus on deep breathing and stretching through yoga which are both very effective for supporting your mental wellbeing.

Antenatal Group- This online group gives antenatal clients the opportunity to connect with other antenatal clients while working through discussion topics such as: expectations vs reality, helpful strategies, changes in relationships, hopes & concerns and ongoing support options.

Mini Day Support Group- This online group gives clients the opportunity to share how they are going while working through our regular Day Support Group discussion topics such as: unpacking ‘shoulds’, understanding your perfect storm, managing expectations and practicing self-care/self-compassion.

Check In Groups: These groups give clients the opportunity to share with each other how they are feeling and what’s been happening in their lives.

Facebook Live: These weekly Facebook Lives allow our mental health workers to share strategies, mindfulness techniques and information with our Facebook audience.

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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.
Partner's information

The partners of clients of Perinatal Wellbeing Centre can speak to a perinatal mental health worker about how best to support their loved one, or attend an information session to learn about the effects of perinatal depression and anxiety, and explore additional support options.
Childcare

We provide free adjunct childcare while clients are attending a support group.
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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.
Jobs

A Working with Vulnerable People registration is a requirement for all Perinatal Wellbeing Centre staff. Perinatal Wellbeing Centre is committed to ongoing staff development and training and offers generous salary packaging opportunities. Benefits of working at Perinatal Wellbeing Centre include a friendly and collaborative working environment in Weston with free parking.
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.
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.
Crisis help

Perinatal Wellbeing Centre provides information and referral to appropriate services in the community, however it is not a crisis service. If you are experiencing crisis, please contact Lifeline on 13 11 14.
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Core services at Perinatal Wellbeing Centre are funded by ACT Health, however donations are gratefully accepted and help us to extend our services and reach more families. Your support is greatly appreciated. Donations of $2 or more are tax deductable and receipts for all donations will be issued. Please make sure we have your email details so we can send them to you. Our ABN is: 43 775 427 479.
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.