Fact Sheets

As there may be extended time at home in the upcoming weeks with social distancing or social isolation, it is very important to still find ways to keep occupied and connected during this unusual and dynamic time.

Children raised by single parents can be just as happy and emotionally healthy as children living with two parents.

Gidget Foundation Australia provides face- to-face appointments as well as telehealth appointments. Telehealth sessions can be conducted either via phone or using a video link.

Everyone is vulnerable when a baby is coming along – first time parents, those who’ve journeyed down this path before, parents from all socioeconomic and cultural backgrounds as well as non-biological parents and other carers such as foster/adopted parents.

Education and support about perinatal depression and anxiety is at the heart of what we do at Gidget Foundation Australia.

The journey to parenthood for lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, queer and intersex (LGBTQI+) people can be exciting and scary.

After being at home with your baby, it is another change to adjust to and another time of transition.

It is common to feel a little overwhelmed and concerned about how you are going to manage it all.

Take a deep breath and consider: “What can I realistically do now, even for 5 minutes, to pick up my mood or lessen my anxiety?”

There are so many pressures and expectations placed on expectant and new parents

Your appointment with a midwife during pregnancy is our way of providing you with additional support and care.

It is normal to have anxiety about your first session with a psychologist or counsellor. It can be overwhelming, and you may not know what to expect. You don’t need to be nervous, but we understand if you are!