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Perinatal depression information for health professionals

WebIn the management of perinatal depression, a total score of 13 or more is considered a flag for the need for follow up of possible depressive symptoms. In the antenatal period, …

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COPE: Centre of Perinatal Excellence

WebFamily & community. Support us. Getting help. COPE: Centre of Perinatal Excellence provides support for the emotional challenges of becoming a new parent & resources for …

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Bipolar disorder in the postnatal period

WebSymptoms of bipolar disorder in the postnatal period. Bipolar disorder, as the name suggests, involves experiencing quite extreme, opposite symptoms (bipolar) over time. …

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Common mental health symptoms after having a baby

WebChanges in Appetite. Another common symptom of a mental health condition that often feels like a physical symptom is eating less, being disinterested in food or, on the other …

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Mental health and IVF

WebThe effects of infertility is a traumatic experience for many people. It can cause relationship and financial stress, social isolation, obsession and self-criticism. Over time this can …

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Lack of sleep and effect on your mood

WebA lack of sleep (sleep deprivation) can have a great effect on your mood, energy and ability to think clearly. Things can seem so much more catastrophic if you have not been getting …

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Best practice in perinatal care

WebA key focus of COPE is to support and advise health professionals on best practice in perinatal care. This encompasses the prevention, detection, treatment and management …

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Free pregnancy app and app for new parents

WebReady to COPE provides interactive tools to support parents’ mental wellbeing with self-checks for stress, anxiety and depression. The self-checks provide instant reports so you …

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Health Promotion Posters

WebPoster Series. The Ready to COPE App is the perfect companion for all expectant and new parents. The App is free, and provides weekly psycho-education, as recommended in the …

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How to look after after yourself in pregnancy

WebWhilst there is so much focus on physical changes in the woman, often there is less focus on the mental and emotional health of both expectant parents. Be aware of changes in …

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Body image in pregnancy

WebBody image and keeping it all in perspective. Pregnancy is a time to be nurturing to both your physical health as well as your emotional health and wellbeing. You can do this by: …

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Common mental health symptoms in pregnancy

WebChanges in appetite. Another common symptom of a mental health condition in pregnancy that often feels like a physical symptom is eating less, being disinterested in food. …

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2023 National Perinatal Mental MedUSafeline

WebCOPE: Centre of Perinatal Excellence was commissioned by the Commonwealth Government of Australia to review and update the National Perinatal Mental Health …

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iCOPE Digital Screening

WebiCOPE is a digital screening tool designed to ensure every mother is provided with the right support for mental health during the perinatal period. The digital platform screens for …

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Coping after a stillbirth

WebThe loss of a baby can also leave you feeling very alone and isolated as an individual and a couple. Therefore, it’s important to keep talking to each other, and derive all the support …

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Using the EPDS as a screening tool

WebThe Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale (EPDS) is a questionnaire originally developed to assist in identifying possible symptoms of depression in the postnatal period. It also …

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Eating disorders during pregnancy

WebBulimia Nervosa (BN) involves recurrent episodes of binge eating and a sense of lack of control. In addition, those with BN use inappropriate compensatory behaviours to avoid …

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About the National Perinatal Mental Health Check

WebOn 12 May 2019, the Commonwealth Government committed $36 million over three years to establish the world-first digital Perinatal Mental Health Check Program, which as now …

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