Perinatal mental health services

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One in five women will experience a mental health problem during their pregnancy and in the first year after birth, with depression and anxiety disorders being the most common. As well as being crucial to new mothers, new-borns and their families, perinatal services can play an important role in ensuring mental health is integrated into overall healthcare at the earliest possible stage of life.

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