Mental Health Support
Hyperemesis Gravidarum takes a toll far beyond the physical. Use this quick reference to signpost sufferers, or refer directly to specialist HG-informed counselling, depending on what they need right now.
Crisis care
NHS 24/7
- For immediate help call 999.
- Get help from NHS 111 online, or call 111 and select the mental health option.
Support 24/7
- Call Samaritans 116 123.
- Text Shout to 85258.
Ongoing support for HG
Specialist HG Counselling
- Your Life and Soul ↗ — ongoing counselling for those affected by HG, available online or in person (in Surrey).
- HG Debrief ↗ — a one-off therapeutic session for those looking to process a previous HG pregnancy or prepare for a subsequent pregnancy after HG.
General Perinatal Support Services
- PANDAS Foundation ↗ — support for mental health throughout the perinatal period.
- Perinatal Mental Health Services— find out what's available in your local Trust.