Resources & Support
Helpful resources and information for mums and families experiencing perinatal mental health difficulties.
Resource Hub
We understand how overwhelming it can be to navigate perinatal mental illness. Here are some helpful resources and information to support you.
Understanding Perinatal Mental Health
Information about common perinatal mental health conditions including postnatal depression, anxiety, birth trauma, and intrusive thoughts.
Self-Care Tips
Practical self-care strategies and coping techniques to support your wellbeing during the perinatal period.
Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to common questions about perinatal mental health, seeking support, and accessing services.
Recommended reading and useful websites
Helpful books, articles, and resources about perinatal mental health and recovery.
Coming Soon: We're currently developing our resource library. Check back soon for downloadable resources, information sheets, and helpful links.
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Support for Mums and Families
By Your Side Support
We offer flexible peer support tailored to suit you. Whether you need one-to-one support or want to join our stay and play groups, we're here by your side.
- One-to-one peer support
- Stay and play group sessions
- Wellbeing packs
- No referral criteria or diagnosis needed
If You Need Urgent Help
If you're in crisis or having thoughts of harming yourself or your baby, please seek immediate help:
- • Call 999 in an emergency
- • Contact your GP or out-of-hours service
- • Call NHS 111 option 2 for urgent mental health support
- • Go to your nearest A&E department
- • Call the Samaritans on 116 123 (24/7)
- • Text 'SHOUT' to 85258