Samantha shares how having a perinatal befriender helped her regain confidence and get back on her feet after having her baby.
Our befrienders are there for mums when they need a bit of extra support.
#MaternalMentalHealthWeek @pmhpuk.bsky.social
This week is #MaternalMentalHealthWeek and we'd like to share this moving piece written by Kate Rawson about the ‘unpalatable subject matter’ of miscarriage that she fought to have told.
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In honour of #MaternalMentalHealthWeek I’m reposting the blog I wrote whilst at the @centreformh.bsky.social about my own experience of #PND - rereading it this morning takes me back, hard to believe how far we come - kids are now 15&12, time heals. www.centreformentalhealth.org.uk/experiencing...
For #MaternalMentalHealthWeek, we’re resharing insights from Prof Tom Bourne on the psychological effects of miscarriages.🤰
“Loss very early in the #pregnancy may result in significant psychological distress, and must be treated with compassion.”
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Read the report: Read the report: nwci.ie/images/uploa...
#MaternalMentalHealthWeek #MentalHealthMatters
By supporting mental health needs early and compassionately, practitioners can help improve outcomes for both parents and their babies.
New videos for #MaternalMentalHealthWeek highlight the importance of trauma-informed practice in pre-birth work. ow.ly/VEpn50VOmOI
Conference board of sign with text 1 in 5 women experience a maternal mental health problem. Could be much high due to masking and fear of disclosure. Awareness of MBRACE statistics and the need to have a coordinated supportive approach to women with additional needs and barriers needs focus and assessment. #SupportingWomenReducingStigma The logos of Mas and WRDA are on the right
It's #MaternalMentalHealthWeek and we need to talk about this more. #Malpractice on @ITV shows even professionals don't know enough, so I'm excited hear more at this WRDA Mas Project #SupportingWomenReducingStigma event
#ad We've teamed up with Tommee Tippee & Peanut to support @mmhalliance.bsky.social in getting important maternal mental health resources to mothers who need support.
Sharing this post could help us reach those mothers in need and change their journey for the better.
#MaternalMentalHealthWeek
Health services are often survivors first & only point of contact 🆘
#WomensHealthMonth #MaternalMentalHealthWeek
20%-30% of women experience physical violence
by their partner (or ex) during pregnancy 🆘
Tell us what you need from a Women's Health Hub
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This #MaternalMentalHealthWeek, we highlight the importance of mental health in supporting overall maternal well-being. Birthing people face unique challenges, with 1 in 3 experiencing anxiety or depression. Support is key. For help, call 1-833-TLC-MAMA. 🔗 Learn more: bit.ly/cdph-mentalhealth-covid
Awareness weeks like #MaternalMentalHealthWeek help to open the door to conversation about mental health.
It’s brave to ask for help. It’s brave to accept help. It’s brave to open your door to a Home-Start volunteer. It’s brave to talk about how you honestly feel.
#MaternalMHMatters
Pregnancy is marked by significant hormonal, physical, emotional, and social shift. These factors can increase vulnerability to mental health difficulties.
Explore new Research in Practice resources to support #MaternalMentalHealthWeek. #MaternalMHmatters ow.ly/ahGg50VNJhV
For #MaternalMentalHealthWeek, our latest Team Around the Client Magazine explores the themes of birth trauma and maternal choice.
Read the latest edition here: www.rwkgoodman.com/injury/team-...
#BirthChoices #MaternalMentalHealth
🔵💚 Today is the 3rd day of #MaternalMentalHealthWeek and is also #WorldMaternalMentalHealthDay which provides an opportunity to improve our awareness and understanding of #MaternalMentalHealth
❓Did you know around 1 in 1000 people will experience postpartum psychosis following birth?
This #MaternalMentalHealthWeek, we’re proud to share our animation with Medical Aid Films and partners on the vital link between nutrition and maternal wellbeing. 💙🤱
🎥 Watch all four animations here: avstudios.com/project/mate...
#MentalHealthAwareness #MaternalHealth #NutritionMatters
👶 📒 New study on supporting the mental health of young parents through community or voluntary services from @ox.ac.uk & @york.ac.uk looking at our #MaternalMentalHealth Service #SocialPrescribing prototype.
Read more at 🔗 socialprescribing.phc.ox.ac.uk/news-views/v...
#MaternalMentalHealthWeek
It's Maternal Mental Health Week, so today we're sharing some mental health resources you may find useful 💜
Please feel free to add your own in the comments below!
#MaternalMentalHealthWeek
IT'S TODAY! Come and join us at Parkside for our Embracing Motherhood event. Enjoy some taster sessions; stretch your body with some mindful movement in the garden; laugh yourself healthy at a laughter workshop; find out about services available to you and your family.
#maternalmentalhealthweek
Mums can wear the mask of “I’m fine.” We want to remind you that multiple feelings can be true at the same time.
You can love your child and find it hard, and not want to be in the room when they’re crying again, and miss aspects of your old life.
#MaternalMentalHealthWeek #MaternalMHMatters
Our Building Attachments and Bonds Service (BABS) is proud to share the success of the St Helens pilot 🌟
They’ve supported vulnerable parents and babies to build secure bonds and break negative cycles. Watch their video 👇🏽
youtu.be/94wcLeRAv-w
#MaternalMentalHealthWeek
An image of Ruth in the top right, with words underneath that say: Ruth's Story: my experience of postpartum psychosis.
➡️ For #MaternalMentalHealthWeek, Ruth spoke to us about her experience of postpartum psychosis.
After having her child in 2019, she was hospitalised. While receiving treatment, she was supported by one of our mental health advocates.
Read her full story 👉 bit.ly/4k0k4yG
Sharing some important content today from Postpartum Support International in honor of Maternal Mental Health month.
#mmhmonth2025#maternalmentalhealth #maternalmentalhealthmatters #maternalmentalhealthawareness #maternalmentalhealthweek #storytellingsaveslives #postpartumsupportinternational
How can health and social care practitioners support the mental health of mothers during and after pregnancy?
Explore new open access Research in Practice resources for #MaternalMentalHealthWeek. #MaternalMHmatters ow.ly/3Et750VNyNp
TREATS! Come and enjoy some yummy treats and tea (for free!) at our Embracing Motherhood event tomorrow from 10am-12.30pm over at our Parkside building. For all new and expectant mums in Greenwich. No need to book, just pop in and tuck in!
#maternalmentalhealthweek
Join us in recognizing #MaternalMentalHealthWeek. This year’s theme, “Your Voice, Your Strength,” focuses on helping families affected by perinatal mental illness access the information required for recovery.
🫶🏼This week isn’t just about awareness. It’s about breaking silence, validating lived experiences, and fighting for better systems.
💜You’re not alone. You’re not failing. And you are so worthy of support.
#MaternalMentalHealthWeek #TheBlueDotProject #PostpartumSupportInternational
Today marks the start of #MaternalMentalHealthWeek 💜 An important week to us at Home-Start that aims to raise awareness of maternal mental health problems throughout pregnancy and beyond.
Look out for our posts this week as we shine a light on maternal mental health.
Find out about the breastfeeding support offer on the pinned post on our profile!
By sharing this post, you're helping us reach more mums and families who need us 💜
#MondayMood #MaternalMentalHealthWeek #MentalHealth #MentalHealthSky
Quaggy Children's Centre are throwing open our Parkside building on Wed 7 May from 10am-12.30pm to all Greenwich mums and mums-to-be. The wonderful Sandra will be running tasters of Baby Massage. We look forward to seeing you there!
#maternalmentalhealthweek
Our multi-talented perinatal counsellor, Katharine, is also a yoga teacher and will be guiding you through some gentle mindful movement as part of our Embracing Motherhood event to celebrate Maternal Mental Health Week at Parkside on Wed 7 May from 10am-12.30pm. Namaste.
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