Association for Post Natal Illness

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Association for Post Natal Illness Charity Supporting anyone suffering from or affected by Post Natal Illness. The Association for Post-Natal Illness is the leading organisation in its field.

It is a Registered Charity (No. 280510) established in 1979 to:

- Provide support to mothers suffering from post-natal illness;
- Increase public awareness of the illness;
- To encourage research into its cause and nature. The work of the Association is essential as post-natal illness affects between 70,000 and 100,000 women and their families in the UK every year. It is rightly called 'the silent epidemic'. The Association provides a telephone helpline, information leaflets for sufferers and healthcare professionals as well as a network of volunteers (telephone and postal), who have themselves experienced postnatal illness. For a printed information pack send a s.a.e. to:- 145 Dawes Road, Fulham, London, UK, SW6 7EB.

We have been asked to share this research study being conducted by Funmi Oshatogbe from the University of Southampton. ...
08/10/2026

We have been asked to share this research study being conducted by Funmi Oshatogbe from the University of Southampton. Please see below for more details.

PND can often feel lonely, isolating and disempowering. Finding some sense of control, purpose can help ease difficult e...
01/10/2026

PND can often feel lonely, isolating and disempowering. Finding some sense of control, purpose can help ease difficult emotions, bring some calm along with little joyful moments in your life.

Setting yourself manageable daily goals such as getting dressed, going for a walk or having a healthy meal can help you feel less overwhelmed.

Being kind to yourself, using positive self-talk and accepting that it is OK to struggle, that it is OK to look after yourself can boost your mental wellbeing.

Taking some time to do activities that bring you joy, whether that is reading, watching a favourite TV series, painting can help reconnect with yourself.

What brings you joy? What helps you ease your difficult emotions? Let us know in comments.

Are you having a tough day? Do you need advice on how to get help? APNI offers support to mothers experiencing PND and a...
29/09/2026

Are you having a tough day? Do you need advice on how to get help? APNI offers support to mothers experiencing PND and also to their partners and families. There are a number of ways to get in touch.

Our helpline is open Monday-Friday 10am-2pm. Simply give us a call for a friendly chat or leave us a message and we will get back to you.
Email us or use the online chat box on our website if you prefer.

Reach out today. You are not alone.

As Black Maternal Mental Health Week UK continues, The Motherhood Group gives us a fantastic opportunity to revisit and ...
24/09/2026

As Black Maternal Mental Health Week UK continues, The Motherhood Group gives us a fantastic opportunity to revisit and listen to the insightful keynotes and discussions from their annual conference, held in March 2026.

The event brought together mothers, healthcare professionals, researchers, policymakers, charities and advocates. The discussions revolved around bridging the gap between communities, maternity, healthcare systems and organisations.

Register your interest on The Motherhood Group website.

This year marks the 7th Annual Black Maternal Mental Health Week UK, coordinated by and it revolves around three major ...
22/09/2026

This year marks the 7th Annual Black Maternal Mental Health Week UK, coordinated by and it revolves around three major themes.
JOY – Celebrating Black motherhood and the importance of culture, connection, friendships and healing.
JUSTICE – Highlighting the need for a change to the persistent inequality in Black mothers’ experiences in the maternal and mental healthcare sphere.
JOURNEY – Recognizes the complexities and layers that exist in maternal mental health both during the antenatal and postnatal stages and these can include birth trauma, baby loss, postnatal depression, relationships, returning to work and identity loss.
Black mothers are at a higher risk of suffering from postnatal depression and are less likely offered treatment and support.
At APNI, we offer support to mothers, partners and family members that experience difficult times during the perinatal journey. We stand in solidarity with black women and the and their invaluable work in the equality within the maternal mental health care.

Talking can make intense feelings easier to cope with. If you are feeling low, need support or a gentle hand hold, reac...
18/09/2026

Talking can make intense feelings easier to cope with. If you are feeling low, need support or a gentle hand hold, reach out to us on our helpline. You can talk freely and we will listen with care. 📞 Our helpline is open Monday–Friday, 10am–2pm.
You are not alone!

Be gentle with yourself and try not to put yourself in situations that you know are likely to leave you feeling more ups...
15/09/2026

Be gentle with yourself and try not to put yourself in situations that you know are likely to leave you feeling more upset or overwhelmed. You don’t need to attend every social event, especially when you’re already finding things difficult.

It’s okay to take a step back and give yourself some breathing space. If something can wait, consider putting it off or letting someone else take care of it for now. You can come back to these things when you’re feeling a little better and have more energy.

Reach out to us for a friendly chat and support.
📞 Our helpline is open Monday–Friday, 10am–2pm

Healing takes time. Try to be patient and take it one day at a time. Give yourself small reminders of encouragement and ...
10/09/2026

Healing takes time. Try to be patient and take it one day at a time. Give yourself small reminders of encouragement and keep telling yourself that things will change, and that you will feel better again. You don’t have to go through it alone. Reaching out for support can make a real difference and help you along the journey toward recovery.

📞 Our helpline is open Monday–Friday, 10am–2pm

Becoming a dad is a life-changing experience. It brings a whole new set of responsibilities, changes the dynamic with yo...
08/09/2026

Becoming a dad is a life-changing experience. It brings a whole new set of responsibilities, changes the dynamic with your partner, and can have physical symptoms, such shifts in testosterone levels and sleep deprivation.
If your partner is experiencing anxiety and sadness, loss of confidence, negative thoughts, anger and irritability, these may be signs of paternal postnatal depression.
It is ok to ask for help. Reach out to us for a friendly chat and support or visit our website for more information.
📞 Our helpline is open Monday–Friday, 10am–2pm

Healing from postnatal depression is an individual journey. There will be good days and there will be days that feel hea...
03/09/2026

Healing from postnatal depression is an individual journey. There will be good days and there will be days that feel heavy. Even if it seems like you are standing still, you are making progress. Keep going, you will get there. You will recover. We are here to support you on your journey. Reach out to us.

📞 Our helpline is open Monday–Friday, 10am–2pm

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APNI, 1st Floor Offices, Fulham Park House, 1a Chesilton Road
Hammersmith
SW65AA

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Tuesday 10am - 2pm
Wednesday 10am - 2pm
Thursday 10am - 2pm
Friday 10am - 2pm

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