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Latest News

Latest News

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...

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We Won! Mahi Aroha Award 2023

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...

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Researchers call for more screening for depression in first-time fathers

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.

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Perinatal OCD – two mother’s stories

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...

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Thank you to Sargood Bequest

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...

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PADA Kaumātua Joanne Teina interviewed on Radio Waatea

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...

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