Learning objectives and who should attend

Learning objectives

By the end of the course, attendees will be able to: 


  • Identify and manage perinatal mental health disorders across the spectrum of pregnancy and the postnatal period, in line with current national guidance and MBRRACE-UK recommendations 
  • Recognise risk factors and warning signs for maternal suicide and severe mental illness and apply multidisciplinary strategies for early intervention and safeguarding
  • Understand the impact of neurodiversity, trauma and social determinants of health on maternal wellbeing, and adapt care to support individual needs compassionately and effectively
  • Understand the impact of safeguarding processes on maternal mental health and how to support families through removal
  • Apply strategies for addressing and creating a positive maternity culture

Who should attend

  • All clinicians in obstetrics and gynaecology
  • Trainees at all levels (ST1-ST7)
  • SAS doctors and locally employed doctors working in the UK
  • GPs
  • Midwives
  • Nurses
  • Allied health professionals
  • Physician associates
  • Academics health policymakers
  • Students involved in maternity care or perinatal mental health services 

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