Petition · Department for Education
Add the subject of post-partum mental illness to the national curriculum
Closed
75 signatures
What the petition asks
Outline post partum depression, and other mental illnesses that can happen before, during and after pregnancy/birth. We think this could happen either at the end of sex education talks or through mental health awareness talks.
We believe this could help reduce maternal suicide rates as suicide continues to be the leading cause of direct maternal death between 6 weeks and 12 months post partum. To help ensure all women can access the help they need and not feel ashamed. To raise awareness of this and to educate pupils on signs and symptoms, where to go for help, which services would help and lessen the burden and worry on new parents. We think this could improve the quality of life for families and keep new mums and babies as safe as possible.
Timeline
| 20 Mar 2025 | Petition opened for signatures |
| 20 Sep 2025 | Closed to new signatures |
Key facts
Signatures
75
Status
Closed
Department
Department for Education
Opened
20 Mar 2025
Closed
20 Sep 2025
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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 16 Aug 2026.