"It's good to know this service is here should I need it"

I was referred to Denise at the perinatal mental health team for extra support during my first pregnancy. I have kept well in terms of my mental health for many years with support from my psychiatrist and family. Pregnancy and motherhood, is a huge change and I was worried that I may have relapsed throughout this period. Luckily I've kept well and I am loving my new role of Mum to my beautiful baby girl. 

Denise was hugely supportive and reassuring, reminding me that highs and lows are part of normal pregnancy/post-partum and helping me understand what options I had should my mental health take a turn. Denise was also happy to speak with my partner about our options so he was prepared too.

Pregnancy and motherhood is a momentous change, and I'm grateful to have had the support I've had from Denise. Despite being discharged, it's good to know this service is here should I need it over the next year with my daughter or any other pregnancies in future.