One in Ten Dad’s will be diagnosed and struggled with perinatal depression and anxiety.

Perinatal depression and anxiety affect almost 100,000 expectant and new parents in Australia each year. Often, estimates for anxiety and depression are combined because many new parents experience symptoms of both. Sometimes, one may present more strongly than the other.

Pregnancy and the first year after birth (the perinatal period) involve uncertainty, upheaval, and change.

Dads’ roles have evolved in recent decades and some men can find this transition to parenthood challenging as they juggle all of the changes.

So keep on the look out for changes in the Dads around you, and check out The Gidget Foundation for more information on signs and symptoms to look for and how to access their incredible services!