Your wellbeing is important

Pregnancy and the early years of parenting bring a lot of life changes. When there's so much change, it's natural to feel a lot of different emotions. Understanding how you might be feeling at this time can help. A lot of other parents feel like you do.

Taking care of your emotional wellbeing isn’t just good for you, it also helps your baby. It's never too early to talk to someone if you're not feeling like yourself.

Understanding emotional changes and challenges

Learn about common emotional changes during pregnancy and after birth.

Ways to care for your emotional wellbeing

How to look after your wellbeing before, during and after your pregnancy.

Thinking about getting support

Talking to someone about how you’re feeling can help you find the right support.

Find a perinatal mental health service

Find services that support your mental health during pregnancy and early parenting.

Perinatal mental health support for all families

Learn about the unique challenges different types of families can face and where to get help and support.

For dads and partners

Learn about ways to look after your wellbeing as a dad or non-birthing parent.

Healthy relationships and managing conflict

Learn about healthy relationships and managing conflict in a positive way.

Supporting parents during and after pregnancy

Ways to support the pregnant people and new parents in your life.

More information on pregnancy and parenting

There's more information to help you through your pregnancy and parenting journeys.

Pregnancy, Birth and Baby

Pregnancy, Birth and Baby is an Australian Government website. If offers support and information for anyone who is expecting a baby or caring for a child up to 5 years old.

Raising Children Network

Raising Children Network is an independent online parenting resource, supported by the Australian Government. They give up to date and evidence based information about pregnancy and parenting up to 18 years old.

Parents' Group podcast

Queensland Health's Parents’ Group podcast is your honest companion through early parenthood. We're here to remind you that you’re not alone, and you’re doing a great job.

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