We're recruiting Highland (including Argyll and Bute) mums to take part in an evaluation of local perinatal and infant mental health services. Please share widely and feel free to ask any questions on here. Thanks :)
Researchers in the United Kingdom interview parents about their experiences with Melow Babies, a group-based parenting program for families at risk for parenting difficulties. Click here to read the open access article: onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/im…
Incredibly proud of the S3 Netball Team. Their team effort, determination and all round skill level was phenomenal to watch. Here's to the final at the Emirates Arena 🥳 Our lucky mascot did the trick 😂
CPOM - Jessica Taggart 🏆
Every month we run FREE 1 hour 'Understanding Dad' taster sessions to help professionals adapt their service to make dads and partners feel involved and welcome.
Find out more, book a spot and start making a big impact from small changes. 👇 👇 👇
fathersnetwork.org.uk/understanding_…
"If men don’t have a social network within which they can talk or share their feelings, things can get worse"
This is why peer groups like #MellowDads are so important
@MellowParenting #parenting #NewDads #AllAboutRelationships
theguardian.com/society/2023/m…
It's Infant Mental Health Awareness Week! This year's theme is #BondingBeforeBirth. #IMHAW2023 is an opportunity to share learning, research and resources to support babies and families,
particularly in the antenatal period.
youtu.be/kaDzcPQN2KY
Infant mental health is so important, but what do we mean by #IMH? It refers to the social & emotional development during the first 1001 days of a babies life. Supporting parents to become nurturing, responsive caregivers we can promote positive relationships & IMH.
#IMHAW2023
Because the first 1001 days are a period of rapid development, early experiences affect not only babies' emotional wellbeing now but also influences how their bodies and brains develop. We can start helping baby whilst still unborn. #IMHAW2023 #perinatalmentalhealth #dadmattersuk
Encouraging result from research in Turkey showing how Online Mellow Bumps supported mums to be, reduce stress, and connect with their baby during the Covid pandemic.
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