Perinatal and parental mental health
Pregnancy, birth and parenting can bring big emotional changes. Support is available.
Signs support may help
- Persistent low mood during or after pregnancy
- Intrusive thoughts
- Feeling disconnected from baby
- Anxiety that interferes with daily life
Recommended Irish services
Samaritans Ireland
Free, confidential listening support for anyone struggling to cope.
- 24/7
- Free
- Anonymous
- No referral needed
Aware
Support, education and information on depression and bipolar disorder.
- Daily 10am–10pm
- Free
- Anonymous
- No referral needed