I found out about them by asking... I had bad PND with DD1 and when I recognised the warning signs when I was 6 months pregnant I told my middy that I needed help and she got in contact with them. It made a huge difference and so far, fingers crossed I haven't got PND.
I guess if the midwives don't work in delivery often they may not know about the options available. I spoke to the head of the delivery ward about my options. I was really really proactive due to my first birth experience and I think they appreciated me asking lots of questions and making sure I got help when I needed it. Keep asking, it doesn't hurt and it may make all the difference when you go in to have your baby.
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