Before Giving Birth
Pregnancy isn’t always the glowing experience people expect. It can bring worry, anxiety, or low mood. PANDAS is here to support you through how you’re feeling, every step of the way.
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Parenting ConcernsParenting Concerns Guide
A supportive guide for new parents offering practical advice for the early days and months and information on mental health support
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Free Resource for Neurodivergent Parents and CarersNeurodivergent Resources
Resources to help better understand how to access and advocate for support, including knowing your rights and what “reasonable adjustments” are and how they can help.
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Antenatal and Postnatal AnxietyFind out more
Antenatal is the period of time during pregnancy, postnatal is the period of time after pregnancy and anxiety is a condition that affects the fight, flight or freeze response within the body.
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WhatsApp SupportWhatsApp Support
Be connected with a trained PANDAS volunteer who can offer you support via our free and confidential WhatsApp support service. This service is open from 9am – 5pm, Monday – Friday (apart from Bank Holidays.)
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Antenatal and Postnatal DepressionFind out more
Antenatal is the period of time during pregnancy, postnatal is the period of time after pregnancy and depression is a mental health condition that can affect the mother/birthing person and the father/partner.
Parenting Concerns
A supportive guide for new parents offering practical advice for the early days and months and information on mental health support
Additional Support & Information
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Social Media SupportSee Opportunities
Volunteers are at the core of what we do. Without them, we would not be able to offer the range of services and support that we have. Let’s work together and make a difference.
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Community MeetupsExplore Events
We are entirely funded by donations and grants so you know that every penny raised for us is put to good use, but we can’t do what we do without you and our fundraisers!
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Case StudiesSee Case Studies
We help mums, dads, other family members and networks of parents who are suffering with their mental or perinatal mental health or illness.
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Third-Party ResourcesView Resources
Access further support from a number of third-party sources outside of PANDAS UK.
Sacha’s Story
Read through Sacha’s story, as she encountered ‘antenatal depression’ for the first time during her first pregnancy.
More Support
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Resources for….New Mothers
Motherhood can bring a complex mix of emotions at any stage..whether you’re caring for one child or several. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, low, anxious or not quite yourself, PANDAS is here to support you through it.
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Resources for….Companies & Staff
Supporting employees through the perinatal period benefits both people and workplaces. PANDAS provides training, resources, and partnerships to help you create a more understanding and supportive environment.
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Resources for….Healthcare Professionals
You play a vital role in supporting parents’ mental health. PANDAS offers trusted resources, signposting, and support services to help you guide those who may be struggling.