Parent Wellbeing

The information provided on these pages is intended for patients already under the care of the Healthy Family Team.

 

Mother and Baby Units (MBUs) (Royal College of Psychiatrists)

• What a Mother and Baby Unit is.
• When and why you might be referred to a Mother and Baby Unit.
• The professionals who work in a Mother and Baby Unit.
• The treatment and support available in a Mother and Baby Unit.

 

Perinatal Mental Health Service poster

The Perinatal Mental Health Service can help you. Your GP, Midwife, Health Visitor or other professional involved in your care can refer you to our service.

 

Postnatal Depression: A Problem for all the Family (Association of Child Psychotherapists)

Having a baby is supposed to be one of the most exciting and joyful experiences you'll ever have. But often the reality feels quite different.

 

Sex and contraception after childbirth: when can we have sex again after birth?

The issue of sex and contraception after childbirth can be one of those things you want to know but don't like to ask. 

 

Your new baby, your family and you (Association of Child Psychotherapists)

Pregnancy and the birth of a new baby is a new step in your life, and may stir up hidden feelings, hopes and fears for mothers, fathers and other members of the family.