Implications for practice and research: >Healthcare professionals should provide person-centred care to postpartum women with severe mental illness (SMI), promoting their autonomy and the best outcomes for the woman and the child. >Stigma and negative attitudes towards individuals with SMI can have a detrimental effect on patient care. >Future research should evaluate interventions that decrease stigma in healthcare professionals caring for women with SMI. To read the full article, log in using your NHS OpenAthens details.