Local, peer support groups and mental health resources for individuals struggling with anxiety, depression,
and other mental health concerns in pregnancy and after childbirth
Planning for Postpartum Workshop
Information
What exactly is postpartum depression and anxiety? How can I tell the difference between the Baby Blues and postpartum depression or anxiety?
Learn about prevalence, risk factors, and symptoms of common mental health concerns that occur in pregnancy and postpartum.
Planning
What areas do people often find difficult to manage in the postpartum period? What strategies can I implement now or plan for in order to make the transition to parenthood go more smoothly?
Learn about common challenges that impact mental health in the postpartum period, and discuss practical things you can do ahead of time.
Resources
Although it's impossible to predict exactly which resources you will need, it can be helpful to consider what you might need and do some research ahead of time.
Whether it's a mental health provider, lactation consultant, or physiotherapist, having some resources lined up can help you access support in a timely fashion if the need arises.
What to Expect
This 1.5h interactive workshop is geared to anyone in the prenatal period who is looking to learn more about mental health - whether you have a current diagnosis or past history of mental health concerns, are expecting your first baby or will be integrating a baby into your family, you are welcome!
This workshop allows participants to learn and shared information and tools about postpartum mental health. Participants are encouraged to ask questions and share experiences.
** Please note these sessions are NOT therapy or counselling, but are meant to answer questions and provide you with additional information about mental health concerns and services***