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Our Mission
Gidget Foundation Australia exists to support the mental health of expectant, new and potential parents to ensure they receive accessible, timely and specialist care.
Supporting the emotional wellbeing of expectant, new and potential parents
Through our services, we ensure that parents receive timely, appropriate and specialist care.
Supporting the emotional wellbeing of expectant, new and potential parents
Through our services, we ensure that parents receive timely, appropriate and specialist care.
Through our services, we ensure that parents receive timely, appropriate and specialist care.
Supporting the emotional wellbeing of expectant, new and potential parents
Through our services, we ensure that parents receive timely, appropriate and specialist care.
Free online support groups
The Gidget Village connects expectant mums and dads in safe and confidential groups. They are facilitated by experienced perinatal mental health clinicians. Registration for February 2025 groups is now open!
The Gidget Village connects expectant mums and dads in safe and confidential groups. They are facilitated by experienced perinatal mental health clinicians. Registration for February 2025 groups is now open!
Free online support groups
The Gidget Village connects expectant mums and dads in safe and confidential groups. They are facilitated by experienced perinatal mental health clinicians. Registration for February 2025 groups is now open!
The Gidget Village connects expectant mums and dads in safe and confidential groups. They are facilitated by experienced perinatal mental health clinicians. Registration for February 2025 groups is now open!
Free online support groups
The Gidget Village connects expectant mums and dads in safe and confidential groups. They are facilitated by experienced perinatal mental health clinicians. Registration for February 2025 groups is now open!
Support and resources for dads and non-birthing partners
Gidget Foundation Australia is here for expectant, new and potential dads with a range of supports.
Support and resources for dads and non-birthing partners
Gidget Foundation Australia is here for expectant, new and potential dads with a range of supports.
Gidget Foundation Australia is here for expectant, new and potential dads with a range of supports.
Support and resources for dads and non-birthing partners
Gidget Foundation Australia is here for expectant, new and potential dads with a range of supports.
Podcast series 2 now streaming!
A podcast that tells the silent truth of PNDA
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Podcast series 2 now streaming!
A podcast that tells the silent truth of PNDA
A podcast that tells the silent truth of PNDA
Podcast series 2 now streaming!
A podcast that tells the silent truth of PNDA
Perinatal depression and anxiety impacts around 100,000 Australians each year. You are not alone.
Gidget House Face-to-Face Services
Providing free individual psychological counselling services delivered face-to-face.
Start Talking Telehealth Services
Providing free individual psychological counselling services delivered via telehealth.
Emotional Wellbeing Screening Program
Helping new parents recognise symptoms associated with PNDA.
Referrals reopening soon
Reopening
Monday January 13th, 2025
9:00am
To manage increased demand for services during this time, we will not be accepting new referrals or enquiries until Monday, 13th January 2025. For support during this period, we suggest that you please reach out to your GP, trusted healthcare professional, family, and friends. We also have a range of information and resources available for you to explore at any time.
Gidget is here for you
The early days can be tough. The world can feel overwhelming. Everything is new, and they haven't learned how to cope yet. They don't understand why they have these feelings or how to ask for help. This is the time they need us most. Just to know we're there and that they are not alone. If you're struggling or know someone that is, Gidget Foundation Australia is here for you.
The latest blogs
Our clinicians offer their insights to help guide parents along their journey.
Real Stories
We are fortunate to have a dedicated group of parents who have generously shared their stories to support us and others. In recognition of their commitment and bravery, we call them our Gidget Angels.
Our story starts
with Gidget
Gidget was the nickname of a vibrant young mother who tragically took her own life while experiencing unrecognised postnatal depression.
In her honour, her family and friends created Gidget Foundation Australia, which evokes Gidget’s warmth and lively spirit.
Our story starts with Gidget
Gidget was the nickname of a vibrant young mother who tragically took her own life while experiencing postnatal depression, a diagnosis that she kept to herself.
In her honour, her family and friends created Gidget Foundation Australia, which evokes Gidget’s warmth and lively spirit.
Annual Report
We are making a difference, one family at time.
81,680
Appointments
since inception
9,620
Families supported
Since inception
73%
Report significant improvement
in depressive symptoms upon discharge
Helpful Resources for Expectant and New Parents
The parenthood journey is a time of great change and adjustment. Your emotional health is just as important as your physical health.
