23/11/2025
THE COLLECTIVE PAUSE 🌿
A moment to breathe, reflect, and reconnect.
This week, we pause in support of Perinatal Mental Health Week (Nov 23–29) — a time to shine a light on the emotional journey of pregnancy, birth, and early parenthood.
Becoming a parent can be one of the most beautiful — and most challenging — transitions in life. Between sleepless nights, shifting identities, and new responsibilities, it’s easy to lose sight of your own wellbeing. But you are not alone, and your mental health matters.
🌿 “You can’t pour from an empty cup. Take care of yourself first.” — Unknown
So, take a quiet moment this week to pause.
To ask yourself: How am I, really?
To reach out for support if you need it.
To rest without guilt.
To remember that caring for yourself is caring for your baby, too.
Let’s open the conversation — with honesty, compassion, and connection.
Share one small way you’re caring for yourself (or supporting a loved one) this week — your words might be the gentle reminder someone else needs to hear.
Visit pmhweek.org.au
for resources, stories, and ways to support yourself or someone you love.