Talk to your midwife, health visitor, or someone else you trust
Your midwife and your health visitor are there to support you with your emotional wellbeing. It can be normal to feel worried or have a low mood sometimes in pregnancy and after birth.
Having a chat with your midwife or health visitor can help. They can help you understand if your feelings are normal and manageable, or if some more support would help.
Pregnancy in mind
Pregnancy in mind is a group for parents-to-be who are feeling anxious or depressed during pregnancy. It focuses on mindfulness, relaxation and coping strategies.
Little minds in mind
Becoming a parent or caregiver is often thought of as one of the happiest experiences of our lives. We know the reality can be much more complicated and for some, can be overwhelming.
If you are finding it hard to cope, you are not alone – it is OK to ask for help. Little Minds in Mind is a service for parents and caregivers who are having difficulties in their relationship. This could be with their baby, during pregnancy or after their baby is born.
Talking therapies
If you are struggling with low mood, excessive worry, anxiety, or other common mental health difficulties, then Newcastle Talking Therapies can help. Working in partnership with the NHS, Vita provides free and confidential talking therapies for adults aged 16+ who are registered with a Newcastle-based GP. You can self-refer by visiting the website, or calling 0330 0534 230.
Qwell
Qwell is a free, safe and anonymous mental health and wellbeing service for adults. There are no waiting lists and no referrals.
You can get community support in forums, use self help tools to track your mood and set goals. Join the chat queue for online counselling from a qualified counsellor.
Pregnancy loss and bereavement support
4Louis and Sands are charities offering support to bereaved families. Tommy's offer pregnancy and birth information in 100 languages including resources for dads and partners.
Need help now?
If you feel unable to cope or to keep yourself safe, please seek immediate support by calling 999.
A crisis line is available 24 hours a day every day for people experiencing a mental health crisis. in Newcastle or Gateshead you can call the service on 0800 652 2863 or 0191 814 8899. You can also call 111 from anywhere. You can find out more by visiting Cumbria, Northumberland, Tyne and Wear NHS Foundation Trust
Try to stay calm and ask someone for help if you need it. It could help to tell someone you trust, maybe a family member or friend. They can be with you and help you decide what to do. They can also contact services on your behalf.
