A message for our community and those who may need our support:
We are currently experiencing more demand for our National Perinatal Mental Health Helpline than ever before. We are getting to calls as quickly as possible but if you ring and can’t get through please do not leave a message, instead check out the tools and resources on our website, including our free, anonymous Mental Health Checklist for Expecting and New Parents. We also encourage you to visit your doctor or call Lifeline on 131114, and remember if you are experiencing an emergency ring 000 or visit your local emergency department. Thank you.

PANDA’s National Perinatal Mental Health Helpline is Australia’s only free, national helpline service for women, men and their families affected by perinatal mental illness.

The Helpline provides a safe and confidential space for any new or expecting parent struggling with the challenges of becoming a new parent.

Our highly trained and caring counsellors can help you work through your challenges by talking openly and honestly about your thoughts, feelings and experiences.

PANDA’s National Perinatal Mental Health Helpline
1300 726 306 9am – 7.30pm Mon – Fri(AEST/AEDT)

First step on the road to recovery

We know that if you are struggling with perinatal mental illness, the sooner you seek support, the more quickly you can recover.

However, many people who know they could do with some help delay telling their loved ones or looking for help because they feel shame or feel they are a bad parent.

Others find it difficult to talk to a doctor or a nurse or any other health professional about what they are going through. Having difficult conversations about your struggles with these people can be hard.

The Helpline is safe, secure and confidential. You can call from home, without needing to make an appointment or leave the house. Or you can call from your mobile while on the move.

Free counselling, support, information and referral

Many people in the Australian community don’t know about the signs and symptoms of perinatal anxiety and depression. Many also don’t know where they might be able to go for support in their community.

As well as providing comprehensive support from skilled counsellors, the Helpline can also provide information about other services in your area. This includes local medical services, mental health services and family services. The Helpline can connect you with these services.

Download our Did You Know? flyer for more information about PANDA's National Helpline.