Healthwatch 100: parental mental health
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Healthwatch Trafford wanted to look at parental mental health during Mental Health Week 2022. They undertook a survey to which 54 people responded.
Most people who responded had mental health issues before and after the birth of their child. Most people’s symptoms lasted a long time.
Two thirds of people reached out for support with their symptoms. Two thirds got some of the help they needed, but less than half said they had received all that they needed.
Language barriers, support for partners and preventative support were flagged as Important issues.
People wanted clear communication about what would happen to them at every stage of pregnancy. Post natal support in the community was also important.
The report contains four recommendations about information about the support available.