Last updated by Stephanie Rosser on Thursday, May 8, 2025

NSPCC Learning has released a new podcast episode exploring the experiences of Black mothers and perinatal mental health challenges.

The podcast features a discussion with professionals from the NSPCC’s Pregnancy in Mind service and The Motherhood Group, covering:

• what perinatal mental health means and the link to infant mental health
• why Black mothers are more likely to experience perinatal mental health issues
• what culturally appropriate care should look like