We are running weekly groups in Halton and St Helens. We are also currently recruiting volunteers.
To refer yourself or someone else, or to find out more please contact Catherine on parentsinmind.nw@nct.org.uk or call her on 0770 290 0894 for more information.
If you are feeling low, anxious, disinterested in your usual activities and are pregnant or within two years of giving birth, then our friendly, welcoming support may be for you.
Our trained peer supporters can offer time and support through the Parents in Mind groups running in the local area. A welcome, friendly, safe space is available to meet others going through similar experiences, seek information, talk things through, or simply relax.
Babies and toddlers welcome.
Attendance is by referral and this can be done by you, or through a health professionals such as your midwife, health visitor, GP, family nurse.
Please contact Catherine on parentsinmind.nw@nct.org.uk or call her on 0770 290 0894 for more information.
If you are interested in becoming a volunteer then please get in touch.
We are looking for local women, aged 18+y, who have experienced mental health difficulties themselves in pregnancy and/or after the birth of their baby and who are now well enough to support others.
We provide free accredited training, full support and a great team to be a part of! Training starts at the end of September.
Further details can be found below or by contacting Catherine on parentsinmind.nw@nct.org.uk.
Parents in Mind: Partners service in St Helens
Parents in Mind North West have launched a peer to peer support group for new dads and carers of children. Offering one to one support and group sessions, with weekly podcasts covering all aspects of mental health and being a new parent.
Helping to open up the conversations, break the stigma, to learn from each other and build relationships from shared experiences. Offering a space to talk, along with sign posting and connection to other organisations and services in the area.
If you or anyone you know is interested in finding out more, please email parentsinmind.nw@nct.org.uk
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