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.

Latest

Family Stretch Class with Shine Om Yoga - Perinatal Wellbeing Fest

This 30-minute class is for you and your child(ren). It is an opportunity to connect and play. Please practice in a space that allows you to move safely, and have a soft toy or pillow available as we will test our balance.
Calm Yoga with Shine Om Yoga Studio - Perinatal Wellbeing Fest

A 30 minute calm yoga session with Rachel from Shine Om Yoga. Learn about Yin Style yoga from the comfort of your own home, and discover how to bring self care into your life in 30 minutes.
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.
Shane Rattenbury and Stella Creighton

The Perinatal Wellbeing Centre is such a wonderful support for expecting and new parents in our community - let's help them support others!

Cake Off 2021: Live Stream

We've had giant things, worldwide things and now it's time for Cake Off to travel through time! Cake Off 2021 will be held online via live stream on 15 August 2021.
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.
Should you get the COVID-19 vaccination

More information about the COVID-19 vaccine for women who are pregnant, breastfeeding or planning pregnancy.
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.
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.
Donate

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.
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.
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.
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.