Make Postnatal Mental Health Training Mandatory for Employers

Background

Consistent requirement for employers to understand postnatal mental health and recognise how it can affect somebody returning to work.

Additional details

1. Mandatory postnatal mental-health training for employers – understanding PND, its symptoms and its impact on work. 2. Clear guidance for managers – supporting employees returning from maternity leave without assumptions or stigma. 3. Stronger protection from discrimination – ensuring employees aren’t disadvantaged because of postnatal mental-health difficulties. 4. A workplace support pathway – requiring employers to have clear policies and appropriate support for postnatal mental health.

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