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About Us

Perinatal Mental Health is a branch of mental health concerned with:

-The prevention, detection and management of mental illness co – occurring or newly emerging in pregnancy or the postnatal period.

-The assessment and facilitation of the mother-infant relationship and development needs of infants in the context of maternal mental illness.

Maternal Mental Health Scotland was established in 2009 by a group of health professionals who at the time either worked directly with pregnant women or up to 12 months after the birth of their baby or had a particular interest in perinatal mental health. This like-minded group of individuals have over the years championed their local NHS Boards throughout Scotland over the provision of services for women and their families, some more successful than others. In 2014 Maternal Mental Health Scotland was registered as a Scottish Charity.

The aim of MMHS is the advancement of education, by the promotion of research and public and professional awareness of perinatal mental health.

We endorse access to knowledge and skills through a wide range of statutory and third sector organisations and supporting specific educational packages along with an annual conference. Hence creating a platform to bring people together and support development of person centred care for women and their families.

There is a commitment to acknowledge national standards and recommendations whilst being mindful of the regional variations throughout Scotland. By working with partners through inclusive membership of the forum we aim to influence and direct service requirements which recognises the complimentary role of statutory and voluntary sectors working together as one model does not fit all.

Membership of MMHS includes health and social care professionals, women with lived experience of perinatal mental health issues, their partners/families and others with an interest in our work.

Participation Officer: Clare Thompson

Board of Trustees 2020-2021

Joanne Smith, Chair

Sharon McMenemy, Treasurer

Dr Ashleigh Macaulay, Clinical Lead

Dr Anna Wroblewska, Secretary

Emma Currer

Susan McConachie

Michelle Miller

Nikki O’Hara

Dr Christine Puckering

Helen Sloan

For issues with this web site only contact webadmin@maternalmentalhealthscotland.org.uk. Please note we do not accept external link requests.

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Our journey with perinatal mental health

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Watch a film featuring Scottish mothers affected by perinatal mental health issues. The film was made as an educational resource for those suffering from these issues as well as the professionals who care for them.

External Resources

  • Association for Post Natal Illness
  • Bluebell PND Counselling Service
  • Maternal Mental Health Alliance
  • Mellow Parenting
  • National Childbirth Trust
  • Royal College of Midwives
  • Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists
  • Royal College of Psychiatrists

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We have created this site to provide you with information and resources. However, this site is not medical advice and is provided for your information only. Maternal Mental Health Scotland cannot provide medical or health advice through this web site.

If you need assistance, please speak with your GP or contact the resources available to you within your local health board.

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