This service is for pregnant women/birthing parents experiencing a decline in their mental health and wellbeing as evidenced by the Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale (EPDS).
EPDS # 13-17 or EPDS < 13 and clinical picture indicates need - will be referred to our mild-moderate service
EPDS # 18 or over – will be referred to our moderate-severe service
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- We are not a crisis service and do not have after hours or weekend services.
- For urgent or crisis mental health care call 111
- 0800 653 357 MidCentral DHB Acute Care Team
- We aim to contact all our referrals within three business days