HP102: Antenatal Considerations in Perinatal Mental Health

Level: Foundational
Chapters: 7
Duration: 2 hours
Exam: Case Study Reflection

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This module explores the emotional and psychological development that occurs alongside pregnancy, antenatal risk considerations, and early intervention strategies.

Introduction to the antenatal period

Understand what the antenatal period is and the factors that impact it
Antenatal mental health

Learn about the specific antenatal challenges of common perinatal mental health conditions
Considerations in the antenatal period

Understand the unique considerations some people face in the antenatal period
Adjustments in pregnancy

Learn about the particular adjustments that occur in each stage of pregnancy
Attachment and mentalisation in the antenatal period

Learn about attachment and mentalisation and how they impact the antenatal period
Support in the antenatal period

Learn good practice guidelines for antenatal care and practical tools to share with your patients

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This module is designed for qualified health professionals working in perinatal, primary, or mental health care settings. It assumes a solid working knowledge of healthcare practice, including familiarity with clinical communication, risk identification, and multidisciplinary care pathways.

While prior training in perinatal mental health is not required, a professional background in healthcare is essential to fully engage with the course content and assessment.

This course requires unique learner registration, and all assessment completions are recorded under the learner’s name. Certificates are automatically generated and include the learner’s full name, completion date, and assessment outcome.

To support and assess your learning we conduct assessments throughout the module using a combination of multiple-choice and true/false questions. These assessments are directly mapped to the module's learning objectives and are designed to reinforce key concepts and clinical applications. A minimum score of 80% is required to successfully complete each assessment. Participants are provided with up to three attempts to achieve the required pass mark before progressing to the next section of the module.

Gidget Foundation Australia
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www.gidgetfoundation.org.au

Module Version: 1.1HP102
Date Published: January 2026
Review Date: June 2027

This microcredential is a professional development course. It is not part of the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) and Gidget Foundation Australia is not a Registered Training Organisation (RTO).

The module is designed to support evidence-based learning and skill development for qualified health professionals and may contribute to continuing professional development (CPD) requirements under relevant professional registration boards.

Gidget Training Institute is an initiative of Gidget Foundation Australia. We aim to provide evidence-based clinical services and resources to prevent, support and treat perinatal mental health challenges impacting new, expectant and potential parents.

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