Perinatal mental health practitioners’ experiences supporting mothers with Emotionally Unstable Personality Disorder: a qualitative study

This study highlights the complexities faced by perinatal mental health staff supporting mothers with EUPD. Staff stressed the importance of relational working but also identified social, organisational and systemic barriers to effective care. Findings suggest the need for trauma-informed EUPD care pathways in perinatal services and enhanced staff support structures. Clearer role guidance for staff and improved cross-agency coordination of care would ensure sustainable, equitable care.