Perinatal Anxiety & Depression Aotearoa (PADA)

Perinatal Anxiety and Depression Aotearoa (PADA) is a non-Government funded charity working to improve outcomes for families and whānau affected by mental illnesses related to pregnancy, childbirth, and early parenthood.

Our mission is to eliminate the stigma around perinatal mental health in Aotearoa New Zealand by championing awareness and facilitating best practices in perinatal mental health and well-being to ensure all families and whānau have equitable access to appropriate information and support.

We provide training and collaborate with healthcare professionals and organizations working to improve outcomes for parents and their families and whānau suffering from perinatal illnesses and distress.

We develop resources, advocate, and, raise awareness of services supporting children impacted by perinatal mental illness and distress to create a positive social culture of encouragement and support for new parents.

https://www.pada.nz