In this roundtable discussion, host Davina Smith explores the realities of young parenthood with Dr Arianne Reis from Young Well Being’s and psychologist Dr Felicity Chandler from the Gidget Foundation. They share insights on the mental health challenges young parents face, the intersection of adolescence and matrescence, and how societal stereotypes often overlook the resilience of young families. Hear powerful stories of young mums reclaiming their narrative, from battling isolation to pursuing education and careers while parenting. This conversation highlights why support, not judgment, can make all the difference.  

Gidget Foundation Australia has created a series of books called ‘Bunny Books’ to reach out to those that may be suffering. Available through booktopia here. 

Need support? Head to the Gidget Foundation Australia website for more information. 

You can learn more about and register for Young Well Beings here.

In this roundtable discussion, host Davina Smith explores the realities of young parenthood with Dr Arianne Reis from Young Well Being&rsquo;s and psychologist Dr Felicity Chandler from the Gidget Foundation. They share insights on the mental health challenges young parents face, the intersection of adolescence and matrescence, and how societal stereotypes often overlook the resilience of young families. Hear powerful stories of young mums reclaiming their narrative, from battling isolation to pursuing education and careers while parenting. This conversation highlights why support, not judgment, can make all the difference.&nbsp;&nbsp;
Gidget Foundation Australia has created a series of books called &lsquo;Bunny Books&rsquo; to reach out to those that may be suffering. Available through booktopia <a href="https://www.booktopia.com.au/gidget-foundation-bunny-books-gidget-foundation-australia/book/9780648246046.html?srsltid=AfmBOoommjVUDNdBHn1QOJ-cq0WzxfNjAdaMi6TCDj6zT5pl3tYt5Sw1">here.</a>&nbsp;
Need support? Head to the Gidget Foundation Australia <a href="https://www.gidgetfoundation.org.au/">website</a> for more information.&nbsp;
You can learn more about and register for Young Well Beings <a href="https://westernx.edu.au/courses/ywb/?cl=1" data-outlook-id="95551365-945b-4f42-88b1-b473f2eac9b1">here.</a>

Join news presenter Davina Smith in a podcast that tells the silent truth of Perinatal Depression and Anxiety (PNDA) loudly, in raw and honest accounts from some of the one in five mothers and one and ten fathers living with it. Paired with expert insights from psychologists and counsellors in the field, this podcast, made in partnership with Gidget Foundation Australia, explores the realities of parenthood, breaks down stigma surrounding perinatal mental health, and gives you the tools on how and when to seek support.  

Join news presenter Davina Smith in a podcast that tells the silent truth of Perinatal Depression and Anxiety (PNDA) loudly, in raw and honest accounts from some of the one in five mothers and one and ten fathers living with it. Paired with expert insights from psychologists and counsellors in the field, this podcast, made in partnership with Gidget Foundation Australia, explores the realities of parenthood, breaks down stigma surrounding perinatal mental health, and gives you the tools on how and when to seek support.

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