World Maternal Mental Health Day - May 7th

Why does maternal mental health matter? As many as 1 in 5 women have a mental health problem during pregnancy and in the first year following birth in many countries, with over 75% of women not getting diagnosed or receiving the support they need. Not receiving adequate treatment can have lasting consequences for mothers, babies, their families and society as a whole.

Data published in 2024 showed that maternal death rates have increased, with mental health-related causes being one of the highest contributors. World Maternal Mental Health Day helps shine a light on these issues, combats social stigma, improves diagnoses and treatments and makes resources more readily available.

In support of this important day, we will be hosting a FREE webinar that looks at how infant massage can support maternal mental health, join us at 19.00 BST on May 7th https://meet.google.com/heb-izee-kjn

If you can’t join us live, sign up for our newsletter to receive the recording.

Find out more about World Maternal Mental Health Day and Maternal Mental Health Awareness Week.