NM103: Postnatal Considerations in Perinatal Mental Health

Level: Foundational
Duration: 2 hours
Chapters: 6

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This module examines common mental health challenges in the postnatal period, with information about sleep, physiological healing, supporting healthy attachment, and holding the baby in mind.

Introduction to the postnatal period

Understand what the postnatal period is and the factors that impact vulnerability during this time
Postnatal mental health

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

Understand the unique considerations some people face in the postnatal period and their impact on parents' mental health
Adjustments in the postnatal period

Learn about the particular adjustments that occur in each stage of the postnatal period and their impact on parents' mental health
Attachment and mentalisation in the postnatal period

Learn about attachment and mentalisation and how they impact the parents' mental health in the postnatal period
Support in the postnatal period

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

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This module is designed for Nurses and Midwives 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: 1.1NM103
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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