Real life stories

In South Africa, rates of perinatal depression are three times higher than in developed countries. The Perinatal Mental Health Project (PMHP) has supported the integration of quality maternal mental health care into existing mother and child initiatives in South Africa since 2002. Watch Xolelwa's story, as seen through the eyes of award-winning director Simon Wood.

Motherhood is an experience that can have unexpected turns. Despite this, many mothers feel pressured to stay happy and grateful regardless of their struggles.  Lindsay bravely explains her experience of postpartum depression after having her first baby.

Healthy Mom, Happy Family is a short documentary produced by Postpartum Support International that shares the experiences of mothers across the United States.

This 15-minute docuseries was co-produced by the Malawi Epidemiology and Intervention Research Unit (MEIRU) and the Malawian Alliance for Maternal Mental Health as part of the Generation Malawi study. It follows the lives of Malawian mothers and their mental health experiences.