Mum Talks
http://mumtalks.ie | A safe and supportive network for mums so they know they’re not alone. Mums can learn from experts and check in with others going through the same reality of motherhood.
Mums Aid
http://mums-aid.org | Free counselling and emotional support for mothers experiencing postnatal depression and related perinatal mental health difficulties.
Mothers for Mothers
http://mothersformothers.co.uk | Support for women and birthing people during pregnancy and until their youngest child attends school. Includes helpline support calls, home visiting, counselling, peer support groups, antenatal support groups, and SEND support.
South East London Mind (Diversity Matters)
http://mind.org.uk/information-support/types-of-mental-health-problems/postnatal-depression | A Mindful Mums wellbeing group for women from culturally diverse communities. Offers a non-judgemental space for women from different backgrounds to talk freely about their experiences as new mums.
Mind (Perinatal Support)
http://mind.org.uk/information-support/types-of-mental-health-problems/postnatal-depression | Comprehensive information on perinatal mental health, plus links to local Mind services and peer support groups.
Perinatal and Postnatal Distress Support (PANDAS)
http://pandasfoundation.org.uk | Peer support and resources for parents experiencing perinatal mental illness, including postnatal depression. Run by and for those with lived experience.
Maternal Mental Health Alliance
http://maternalmentalhealthalliance.org | Campaign and information hub dedicated to improving care for women with perinatal mental health difficulties. Includes a directory of local services.
NHS Perinatal & Parent-Infant MH Services
https://www.england.nhs.uk/mental-health/perinatal/ | Perinatal support during pregnancy and after birth (12 months). Parent-Infant: support for parents or guardians with infants under two and those expecting a baby.
NHS Talking Therapies
http://nhs.uk | Search your borough name, followed by ‘NHS Talking Therapies', to find your local team, or speak with your GP.
Shout
http://giveusashout.org | Free, confidential text-based crisis support. Text SHOUT to 85258
Samaritans
http://samaritans.org | Free, confidential listening service available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Call 116 123.
NHS 111
http://111.nhs.uk | Free NHS helpline. Select the mental health option for immediate telephone support without needing a GP referral.
999 / Accident & Emergency (A&E)
http://nhs.uk | If you or someone else is in immediate danger, call 999 or go to your nearest A&E
Shakara Carter Ninarose Substack
https://substack.com/@shakaracarterninarose | Personal writing and reflections shared by a mother from the Mamas Circle community. Recommended by Alria as a resource that mums have found meaningful.
Mumposter Syndrome Podcast: Dr Natasha Wallace
http://drnatashawallace.com | About the real, raw, and often messy reality of navigating motherhood while building a career and a life of your own. Hosted by Dr Natasha Wallace, clinical psychologist and mum, who has overcome postnatal depression and burnout herself.
Motherkind Podcast: Zoe Blaskey
http://motherkind.co | Zoe Blaskey is a qualified transformational coach, podcast host, and speaker on modern motherhood.
Counselling Directory
http://counselling-directory.org.uk | A searchable directory to find accredited therapists and counsellors across the UK. Filterable by location, specialism, and budget.
Book: Why Has Nobody Told Me This Before?(Dr Julie Smith)
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Why-Nobody-Told-This-Before/dp/0241529719 | Accessible guide to understanding emotions and mental health. Frequently recommended in Mama's Circle sessions.
The Motherhood Group Podcast
https://www.youtube.com/@SandraIgweOfficial/videos | Conversations on motherhood, identity, culture, and wellbeing, centering the voices of Black and minority ethnic mothers.
National Childbirth Trust (NCT)
http://nct.org.uk | National Childbirth Trust. Antenatal classes, postnatal support groups, and a network of local parents.