Uniting Mind and Womb!

Pregnancy is a time of great changes, both physical and emotional. While these changes can be exciting, they can also bring stress, anxiety, and sometimes even depression.

Taking care of your mental health is just as important as caring for your physical well-being, as your emotional state also influences your baby’s development.

This pamphlet provides key information, resources, and advice to help you maintain good mental health throughout your pregnancy.

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For more information, explore our related resources and additional references:

• Anxiety Canada
• Center for Addiction and Mental Health
• Projet Grande Ourse: Perinatal and Pregnancy Mental Health at CHU Sainte-Justine

For professional health support:

• Info-Social 8-1-1, a free 24/7 telephone service that connects you quickly with a psychosocial intervention professional.

If you or someone you know is in severe distress or experiencing suicidal thoughts, support is available:

• Quebec Suicide Prevention Association and Suicide Action Montreal: available in Quebec, 24/7 at 1-866-APPELLE (1-866-277-3553), suicide.ca
• Available across Canada, 24/7 at 9-8-8, 988.ca