Discover a wealth of resources designed to help you support women and families impacted by perinatal mental health problems. Whether you work in healthcare, local or national government we hope you find what you need.
We are in the process of updating the Hub, so if you have a resource to add or think something is missing, please email info@maternalmentalhealthalliance.org.
Action on Postpartum Psychosis Pdf, 907.5kb
Published: March 2018
Women with bipolar disorder, or with experience of PP, told us about the issues they faced when planning for a baby. This guide brings together advice from professionals and families about getting the support you need in pregnancy and birth.
Action on Postpartum Psychosis Pdf, 722.0kb
Published: March 2018
Postpartum psychosis is a traumatic experience for both women and their partners. Dads and co-parents talked to us about what they had wanted to know, and gave us their ideas for coping during admission, recovery and beyond.
For Baby’s Sake Trust Pdf
Published: March 2024
The Emotional Safety Plan is an empowerment and self-agency tool for anyone preparing for the birth of a baby. It can be used by expectant mothers, fathers, co-parents, or non-birthing partners, individually or together, making support available to the whole family.
LGBT Mummies Pdf
Published: May 2025
This free resource is called “Open Questioning” and addresses different simple ways of asking LGBT parents and parents-to-be open questions without making assumptions, micro-aggressions or causing offence or harm- instead asking questions positively to provide safe space for parents to share what they feel comfortable with.
Northumberland, Tyne and Wear NHS Foundation Trust Pdf, 1.5mb
Published: January 2015
This booklet is for women with postnatal depression (PND) and their friends and family. It aims to help identify PND, explain the possible causes, help you consider the best way to help yourself and signpost you to other support.
LGBT Mummies Pdf
Published: May 2025
This document can be shared with midwives and healthcare professionals to help ensure safer, more personalised care. It reduces the need to repeatedly explain your situation, eases awkward conversations, and allows you to focus on celebrating your path to parenthood. Two versions are available: a colorful option for those who are out and proud, and a black-and-white version for those who prefer discretion. Both aim to empower families to access the care and support they deserve.
Gloucestershire Primary Mental Health Service Pdf, 738.8kb
Published: August 2023
This book is for women who have mild to moderate depression before or after having their baby, or if they are recovering from an episode of severe depression associated with pregnancy. A practical guide to tell you about a number of skills from congnitive behavioural therapy to help manage your mood.
