Bellevue Hospital is calling for greater national attention to maternal mental health as Jamaica joins the world in observing Maternal Mental Health Month, emphasising the need for stronger support systems for mothers during pregnancy and after childbirth.

The hospital noted that while progress has been made, more awareness and education are needed to help mothers and the wider public better understand maternal mental health challenges.

Dr Roger Roberts, senior medical officer at Bellevue Hospital, highlighted that systems are already in place to support early detection.