Every mother deserves to feel supported.
We help mothers recognise postpartum depression early and reach the right care — through self-checks, counselling, peer circles and practical everyday support.
How common is postpartum depression? ›››
Around the world 13%
Of women worldwide experience a mental disorder, mainly depression, after giving birth.
Across 56 countries 17.2%
Pooled global prevalence of postpartum depression across 56 countries.
In India 22%
Estimated prevalence of postpartum depression among mothers in india.
In developing countries 19.8%
Of mothers in developing countries experience a mental disorder after childbirth.
Having these symptoms doesn't mean you're failing as a mother.
PPD is a medical condition — early support makes recovery faster.
- 1Feeling low, empty or tearful most days
- 2Losing interest in things you used to enjoy
- 3Constant tiredness that rest doesn't fix
- 4Sleeping too much, or not at all, even when baby sleeps
- 5Big changes in appetite
- 6Feeling disconnected from your baby
- 7Worry or panic that's hard to switch off
- 8Irritability or sudden anger
- 9Feeling guilty, worthless or like a 'bad mother'
- 10Trouble focusing or making simple decisions
- 11Pulling away from family and friends
- 12Thoughts of harming yourself or your baby
Support for every step of motherhood
Practical, compassionate care for mothers — and for the families, clinicians and organisations around them.
Self-Assessment & Tracking
A short private check-in to understand how you've been feeling.
Start check-in1:1 Counselling
Confidential sessions with trained perinatal mental health counsellors.
Book a session3-Day Counselling Program
A focused, structured program for the early postpartum weeks.
View programGrowing a circle of care with partners who believe in mothers
Together with hospitals, companies and community groups, we're bringing awareness and early support to more families every month.
Clearing up common myths about postpartum depression
The facts help break stigma — and make it easier for mothers to ask for help.
Timing
Myth: PPD only starts right after delivery.
Fact: Symptoms can begin during pregnancy or appear any time in the first year after birth.
Read the signsStigma
Myth: Only weak mothers get depressed.
Fact: PPD is a medical condition linked to hormones, sleep loss and life stress — not a lack of strength.
Speak upRecovery
Myth: It will go away on its own.
Fact: Baby blues fade in two weeks; PPD often needs support. Early help leads to faster recovery.
Reach out soonerTreatment
Myth: Medication is the only treatment.
Fact: Counselling, peer support, lifestyle changes and, where needed, medication all play a part.
See optionsOpenness
Myth: Talking about it makes it worse.
Fact: Naming what you feel reduces shame and is the first step toward getting help.
Start talkingSelf-worth
Myth: PPD means you don't love your baby.
Fact: Many mothers with PPD love their babies deeply. Struggling is not a reflection of your love.
Find supportWhat doctors and mothers say
Experiences and insights from the people we work with.
Sample quote: a short endorsement from a partner gynaecologist about the value of early screening.
Sample quote: a partner doctor on how counselling referrals helped their patients.
Sample quote: a clinician on the importance of family involvement in recovery.
Sample quote: an expert on making maternal mental health part of routine care.
Sample quote: a mother describing how the self-check helped her ask for help.
Sample quote: a mother on what the peer group meant to her.
Sample quote: an advocate on why this work matters.
Recommended reading
Reliable, practical reading for mothers, families and healthcare professionals.
Understanding Postpartum Depression: Signs and When to Seek Help
Beyond the First Year: Long-Term Emotional Wellbeing After Childbirth
How Healthcare Professionals Can Support Maternal Mental Health
Self-Care for New Mothers: Small Steps That Help
Breaking the Myths About Postpartum Depression
How Technology Is Changing Maternal Mental Health Care
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Frequently asked questions
Quick answers about postpartum depression and how we can help.
What is postpartum depression?
Postpartum depression (PPD) is a mood disorder that can affect mothers after childbirth. It goes beyond the short-lived 'baby blues' and can make everyday life and caring for a baby feel very hard.
How is PPD different from the baby blues?
Baby blues are common, mild and usually ease within about two weeks. PPD lasts longer, feels more intense and often needs support or treatment.
What causes PPD?
There's rarely one cause. Hormonal shifts, sleep loss, a difficult birth, past mental health history, stress and limited support can all contribute.
What are common symptoms?
Persistent sadness, anxiety, irritability, exhaustion, guilt, trouble bonding with the baby and changes in sleep or appetite are common signs.
Can fathers or partners be affected?
Yes. Partners can also experience depression after a baby arrives, and a mother's PPD affects the whole family. Support for partners matters too.
Is PPD treatable?
Yes. With counselling, social support and, where appropriate, medication, most mothers recover fully.
When should I seek help?
If symptoms last more than two weeks, get worse, or stop you from functioning — or if you have any thoughts of harming yourself or your baby — reach out straight away.
Are your sessions confidential?
Yes. What you share with our counsellors stays private, except where there is a risk to your safety or your baby's safety.
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