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Recent news statement from board
The tragic court case focusing on the Dickason family has thrown the spotlight on perinatal mental distress – particularly postnatal depression (PND). At Perinatal Anxiety and Depression Aotearoa (PADA) we know that the publicity has been distressing for some whānau...
We Won! Mahi Aroha Award 2023
The team at PADA are thrilled that our Board received a special award for Sustained Team Governance at the Volunteer Wellington Mahi Aroha Awards 2023 held in Wellington last night This award recognises the commitment and passion of our hard working Board who invest...
Researchers call for more screening for depression in first-time fathers
Brendon Smith, who works at Great Fathers Mana Mātua, previously said Aotearoa had a maternal mental health service for wāhine hapū (pregnant women) and māmā with pēpē (mothers with babies) younger than 1 who were experiencing moderate to severe mental distress, but “there is nothing for dads”.
(Joanne Naish, June 16, 2023)
Ngā mihi nui Brendon, for continuing to speak up for Dad’s mental health needs! Read the full article below!
PADA – Perinatal Anxiety & Depression Aotearoa are so fortunate to have you on our Board.
RESET Fitness 24 hour fundraiser for women’s mental health
24 Hour Challenge to raise awareness for women's mental health charities Tamsin Horne (Gym owner) hosts Mum, Baby and Toddler Personal Training classes from her child friendly gym; Reset Fitness Studio in Kerikeri. Tamsin describes her fitness studio as 'boutique' and...
Perinatal OCD – two mother’s stories
Perinatal OCD - two mother's stories “I didn’t know about perinatal OCD until I experienced it after my son was born. I had intrusive thoughts where I imagined harming him. I was convinced I was a terrible person and a horrible mother. They were worse during the night...
Thank you to Sargood Bequest
Thank you to Sargood Bequest For their generous grant funding Ngā mihi maioha ki a Sargood Bequest for their generous grant which will be used for our operating expenses for 2023-2024. As we receive no regular government funding for our mahi, we rely...
PADA Kaumātua Joanne Teina interviewed on Radio Waatea
PADA Kaumātua Joanne Teina interview on Radio Waatea Discussing Perinatal Mental Health Awareness Week 2023 Listen to PADA Kaumātua and Kaiako Māori Joanne Teina being interviewed by Radio Waatea, Thursday May 4 2023Read more about Perinatal Mental Health Awareness...
New perinatal mental health and addictions e-learning course
New perinatal mental health and addictions e-learning course Coming July 2023 The Maternal Mental Health Service in New Zealand stocktake report released in 2021 noted several key findings including; An increasing complexity of need and unmet need and concern that...
When birthing doesn’t go as planned – an interview with Bronwyn Turei
When birthing doesn't go as planned - an interview with new māmā, Bronwyn Turei Creating safety and healing in the months after pēpi is born PADA Communications Manager Stefanie Dixon first encountered NZ actress Bronwyn Turei (Ngāti Porou) playing a...
‘It’s a family issue’: PADA Kaiārahi and Kaitautoko open up about dad’s mental health
'It's a family issue': PADA Kaiārahi and Kaitautoko open up about new dad's mental health Reported by Brittany Keogh, Published by Stuff April 22 2023 Every year, thousands of new dads experience perinatal depression and anxiety. But because of a lack of specialised...
Tama’ita’i Toa – A Pasifika-focused workshop to inform and inspire
Tama'ita'i Toa - A workshop to inform and inspire all those working with Pasifika Families on providing culturally competent care (Aiga/Matavuvale/Ngutuare Tangata/Kainga/Magafaoa) Tausi ma alofa I lou tino, ma lou loto, male mafaufau ~ Take care of your body, soul...
Read about our Whangārei PADA Wānanga – 29 Maehe March 2023
PADA Wānanga - Whangārei We held our third wānanga of the year in Whangārei at Barge Showgrounds which was attended by 42 care providers who play a significant role in the lives of pregnant women and new parents and their whānau. Thanks to funding from...