Gidget Foundation Australia

The Gidget Foundation is a not for profit organisation, chaired by Obstetrician Dr Vijay Roach. The Gidget Foundation exists to promote emotional wellbeing for expectant and new parents and to raise awareness of perinatal anxiety and depression amongst women and their families, their health providers and the wider community to ensure that those in need receive timely, appropriate and supportive care. The organisation leverages its impact and strengthens its outcomes by working collaboratively with many professionals who support vulnerable parents. All funds raised are directed to its programs, which include: • The Emotional Wellbeing Programs at North Shore Private Hospital and the Mater Hospital. • Gidget House, providing free psychological support for families experiencing emotional distress during pregnancy and early parenthood. • Education and awareness programs for health professionals and the community • Advocacy and active memberships of professional networks • Research and contribution to mainstream and professional publications • Development and distribution of resources