FURTHER SOURCES OF HELP
Association For Post Natal Illness
145 Dawes Road, Fulham, London, SW6 7EB
Phone: 020-7386-0868 Helpline
www.apni.org
This Association has countrywide volunteers who have had and recovered from postnatal depression. They support mothers who are currently experiencing this illness on a one-to-one basis. The Association is always prepared to offer advice to depressed mothers on a wide range of issues concerning the management and treatment of postnatal illness. Specialist advice is available. The Association works in co-operation with a number of other organisations. Partner support is offered and also phone and postal contact. Information is available in several different languages including Gujarati, Urdu, Punjabi, Hindi and Bengali.
Cry-sis Helpline
BM Cry-sis, London, WC1N 3XX
Phone: 020-7404-5011 (Helpline)
www.cry-sis.com
This is a self-help support group run by volunteers who have experienced the problems of a crying and / or sleepless baby. Volunteers take telephone calls from parents who want help, practical advice, and reassurance about their baby or an opportunity to talk to someone who really understands. They have a National network of volunteers who aim to support emotionally and give practical help.
Fathers Direct
Herald House, Lambs Passage, Bunhill Row, London EC1Y 8TQ
Phone: 0845 634 1328
www.fathersdirect.com
Fathers Direct is the UK's national information centre for fatherhood. It exists to support the welfare of children by the positive and active involvement of fathers and male carers in their lives. The site has information on postnatal depression and support for fathers.
H.A.P.I.S (Highland Antenatal & Postnatal Illness Support)
Tel: 07754 687423 E-mail: info@hapis.org.uk
www.hapis.org.uk
The H.A.P.I.S. web site offers support and information online regarding antenatal and postnatal depression without the embarrassment of self-exposure which accompanies asking for help. H.A.P.I.S. is an Inverness based group for antenatal and postnatal mothers and its aim is to reach every mother in the Highland region who is feeling in need of some support. This website provides an excellent source of information to all mothe
Mothers For Mothers
PO Box 1292, Bristol, BS99 2FP
Phone and Crisisline: 0117-975-6006
www.mothersformothers.co.uk
This is a group of mothers, most of whom have suffered postnatal depression or distress after the birth of one of more of their babies, who offer support, advice, information and most of all a listening ear for any worries or concerns to mothers in the Bristol, Bath and North East Somerset and South Gloucestershire areas. They welcome calls from other areas but are unable to offer a full support service due to funding constraints.
National Childbirth Trust
Alexandra House, Oldham Terrace, London, W3 6NH
Phone: 0870-444-8707 (enquiry line)
www.nctpregnancyandbabycare.com
The National Childbirth Trust (NCT) offers information and support in pregnancy, childbirth and early parenthood and aims to enable every parent to make informed choices. Local contacts change regularly so it’s best to phone London for a specific local contact when needed. Volunteers run the Helpline. Services include: Antenatal classes, Postnatal Support, Antenatal Teachers and Breastfeeding Counsellors.
NetMums
www.netmums.com
Netmums is a local network for mums with a wealth of information and advice on being a mum or dad in your home town. It has a specific section on postnatal depression including information on what it is, where and how to get help, self-help, a ‘coffee house’ to ‘chat’ with others and a library of information.
PNI-UK
Perinatal Illness - UK, PO Box 7066, Ashbourne, Derbyshire, DE6 9AG
Email: help@pni-uk.com
www.pni-uk.com
PNI-UK is a registered charity for women and their families who have or think they have any type of postnatal depression / illness. This includes any distressing psychological and emotional condition which has developed during pregnancy, birth or during the postnatal period. The site provides useful information and a ‘chat area’.
The Birth Trauma Association
PO Box 1996, SP1 3RQ
Email: enquiries@birthtraumaassociation.org.uk
www.birthtraumaassociation.org.uk
The Birth Trauma Association supports all women who have had a traumatic birth experience. It is estimated that in the UK alone 10,000 women a year develop Postnatal Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PN-PTSD) following delivery. There are many similarities between PN-PTSD and postnatal depression and this site provides useful information and describes the emotional and practical support that is on offer to women and their families.
