Women's Mental Health Australia

24/08/2026

Pregnancy can bring significant change, to your wellbeing, identity, confidence and working life.

Our Pregnancy at Work workshop provides a supportive space to prepare for what’s ahead, with practical, evidence-informed strategies to help you:
✨ Navigate the emotional transition into motherhood
✨ Draw on your unique strengths and values
✨ Build confidence for the changes ahead
✨ Look after your wellbeing while balancing pregnancy and work

Pregnancy at Work is a one-hour online workshop, with a limited-time introductory price of $175.

New dates are now available. Book your workshop today: https://ow.ly/hTO550ZBbAr

The gold standard when it comes to parental leave support; a program developed by experts to help women successfully integrate pregnancy, birth, and early motherhood with their professional life.

22/08/2026

When we're going through challenging times, the way we speak to ourselves matters. 🫶

A little kindness, patience and compassion can make a big difference to your mental health.

Don't forget to save this post in case you need another reminder in future. 🥰

20/08/2026

Behind these numbers are women we know, love and care about. 💙

But women don’t experience their mental health in isolation.

Our physical health, life stage, relationships, financial circumstances and the pressures we carry can all shape how we feel.

That’s why understanding what women are experiencing matters, and why we’re advocating for a mental health system that better understands and responds to women’s lives and needs.

Women deserve to be seen, heard and supported, at every stage of life.

Share this post to help bring greater visibility to the realities of women’s mental health. 💙

🔗 Explore Beyond the Surface 2026 and our recommendations:
https://ow.ly/n7Ii50ZBHbV

19/08/2026

Endometriosis doesn’t only affect physical health.
For many women, the mental health impact can be significant too.

Our new Beyond the Surface 2026 research found that among women with endometriosis:
💭 Almost 1 in 2 (48%) reported depression
💭 47% reported anxiety
💭 43% reported body image issues
💭 21% reported PTSD
💭 13% reported su***de or self-harm — 3.3x the rate across the overall study population

These aren't experiences that should be considered separately from endometriosis care.

When a woman seeks support for her physical health, her mental health should be part of the conversation too.

That’s why we’re calling for psychological wellbeing assessments and clear pathways to mental health support to become a standard part of care in government-funded Endometriosis and Pelvic Pain Clinics.

Because women deserve healthcare that sees and supports the whole person.

🔗 Explore the Beyond the Surface 2026 research: https://ow.ly/Pooy50ZBbRw

19/08/2026

Sometimes a change in perspective is all we need to remember that one difficult moment isn’t the whole picture.

We grow through the wins, the challenges, and everything in between. Each experience shapes us and becomes part of our journey.

Share this with someone who might need a little reminder today. ✨

17/08/2026

More than half of Australian women are experiencing mental health issues in 2026.

Today we launch Beyond the Surface 2026, our latest national research into the mental health realities of Australian women.

📊 56% of Australian women are experiencing mental health issues. 1 in 4 are likely to be experiencing severe psychological distress.

Behind these numbers is a complex picture of women’s mental health, and the circumstances shaping it.

💭 Depression, anxiety, body image issues and sleep disorders are affecting women across the country.

💰 Financial pressure, low self-esteem, sleep deprivation and the pressure women place on themselves are among the leading triggers.

🤝 More women are reaching out for support, but too many still face barriers, including cost, time and feeling they should manage on their own.

Women deserve a health system that sees the whole person, and provides mental and physical healthcare together, rather than asking women to navigate them separately.

🔗 Read the full Beyond the Surface 2026 report and explore the findings:
https://ow.ly/RqYG50ZAjhE



This research was conducted by Women’s Mental Health Australia with approval from the UNSW Human Research Ethics Committee (IRECS10209).

14/08/2026

Feel like you could use a little boost today? ☺️❤️

There are plenty of activities that can increase happiness hormones naturally.

Consistency is key, so ensure you are making a habit of incorporating these into your daily routine.

Don't forget to save this post to reference again. 🙌

14/08/2026

Bookings are now open for our Working Mothers Program 💛

Motherhood changes so much, and navigating work alongside it can bring its own challenges.

Our Working Mothers Program offers practical, evidence-informed support for women before, during and after maternity leave.

✨ Three stages of support
✨ One-hour online workshops
✨ Starting from $175
✨ Practical tools to support your wellbeing and confidence

Choose the workshop that’s right for where you are in your journey.

📅 Dates available throughout September, October and November.

Learn more here: https://ow.ly/mKFX50ZzlgO

13/08/2026

Mental health journeys aren’t always linear. There may be days where you feel lost, overwhelmed, or disconnected from your truest self.

Give yourself the time, space and kindness you need to heal, grow and reconnect with your values.

Remember that your story is still unfolding. 🫶

12/08/2026

To improve women’s mental health, we first need to understand women’s experiences. 💛

Ahead of the launch of our 2026 Beyond the Surface Report, our COO Katrina Locandro shares why gender-specific research is so important and how better evidence can help shape better care for women.

This year, we heard from 9,000 Australian women about their mental health, physical health and the many ways the two intersect.

Next week, we’ll share what they told us. Beyond the Surface 2026, coming soon...