Pregnancy and Eating Disorders Workshop
Join Dr Abigail Easter and Dr Amanda Bye, bringing together other expert speakers, including lived experiences, clinicians and researchers for a CPD-accredited workshop exploring the relationship between pregnancy and eating disorders.
This workshop will cover pre-conception, pregnancy and the postnatal period. It will examine the importance of identifying eating disorders during and following pregnancy, particularly as the physical and hormonal changes that occur during this time may obscure common warning signs.
Topics will include family planning, with discussion around how these stages can intersect with eating disorder risk and recovery. It will also highlight the importance of early identification, compassionate and non-judgmental care, and effective collaboration between general practice, maternity and mental health services.
The workshop aims to:
Deepen understanding of eating disorders in the context of pregnancy and early parenthood, and to provide attendees with the knowledge and practical insights needed to better support individuals during these important life stages. We will share learnings and resources to apply into practice, alongside providing the opportunity for questions.
Workshop Details:
Date: 25th June 2026
Format of the event: Virtual
Time: 1:30pm-5pm
This event is fully CPD accredited.
Who should attend?
The event is relevant to those who work with and support people with eating disorders, including:
- Healthcare professionals – psychiatrists, doctors, psychologists, psychotherapists, eating disorder and mental health practitioners, nurses, dietitians, physiotherapists, occupational therapists, service leads, counsellors, or any professional working in eating disorders
- School or university staff - including wellbeing or pastoral staff
- Students - psychology students, doctorate Students, PhD students or healthcare students (including medical and other professions).
- Academics or researchers
- Those responsible for shaping and commissioning eating disorder services.
- Anyone who is caring for someone with an eating disorder - family members, partners, friends or guardians are welcome to attend.
Please note that the programme is designed to appeal both to people working professionally in a field related to eating disorders and to those caring for a loved one with an eating disorder. Due to the programme content and the debates which will ensue, the event content may not be suitable for someone currently suffering and could be significantly triggering for some.
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