MORE than 200 new mums sought help for their mental health in the months before and after giving birth last year, new figiures have revealed.
Perinatal mental health community services are for women experiencing moderate to severe mental health problems in the period between pregnancy and one year after giving birth.
New NHS figures show 230 people in Barnsley accessed these services in the year to November - up from 195 the year before, and an increase from 215 in 2021/22.
An NHS spokesperson said: “This data shows record numbers are now accessing perinatal mental health support, with increased investment ensuring every area of England has a specialist team.
“If you are pregnant or have given birth recently and are struggling with your mental health then please ask your GP or other services for support, the NHS is here to help.”
