If you are pregnant, your midwife will be able to offer support and advice and can guide you towards other appropriate services that may help.
If you have recently had a baby and you’re struggling with your mental health, it may seem difficult to talk openly about how you’re feeling. You may feel:
- pressure to be happy and excited
- like you must be on top of everything
- worried you’re a bad parent if you’re struggling with your mental health
- worried that someone will take your baby away from you if you are open about how you’re feeling.
But if you are finding things difficult, it is important to know that having these feelings is not your fault. You can ask for help or support if you need it
This interactive map shows the help and support available to you in your area.
Coping During a Crisis
111
We all need different levels of support at different times. If you need help for a mental health crisis or emergency, you can call 111 for advice.
Mind
The mental health charity.
This includes calming exercises and a tool to get you through the next few hours.
Free Listening Services
Samaritans
Call 116 123 to talk to Samaritans, or email: [email protected] for a reply within 24 hours
Shout
Text ‘SHOUT’ to 85258 to contact the Shout Crisis Text Line, or text “YM” if you’re under 19 to contact the service.
Free Bereavement Support
