Vision, mission & values

Our vision

Our vision is to improve the perinatal mental health of women, men and their families in the ACT.

Our mission

Our mission is to provide evidence based, innovative early intervention support and information to help families understand their perinatal mental health, normalise their experiences and build resilience. To assist families on their pathway to recovery, work with the community to reduce stigma and benefit the wider society.

Our values

Respect
We have regard for people and treat them well in all our interactions both within and outside of the Perinatal Wellbeing Centre. We recognise the dignity and rights of all and we make time to listen, to be courteous, and to respond.

Resilience
We encourage resilience and believe that everyone has the ability to recover and maintain their wellness. We also believe that everyone's journey is individual and they are the expert in their own lives.

Diversity
We see people as individuals and appreciate and welcome their differences. This approach enriches us individually and collectively, harnesses understandings and skills for our work and informs the enactment of our values.

Acceptance
We accept that everyone's journey is their own individual journey. We accept that everyone comes with a varied history and that everyone's story is valued.

Integrity
The Perinatal Wellbeing Centre consists of passionate, committed, professional people who live out our values.

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