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Parent Stories
The journey to becoming a new parent can be a difficult. It's common to feel overwhelmed, low or confused. No matter how you are feeling you are not alone and local support can be found through our interactive map.
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On this page, you will find videos of parents sharing their own real-life stories of how they moved through some really difficult times . . .
The Perinatal Positivity film uses the real voices and experiences of women and men who have had mental wellbeing difficulties around the time of pregnancy, childbirth and beyond
A film from the Wellcome Trust about one new dad's experience of ill mental health and how he found local support
Midwife Gemma describes her experience of depression through pregnancy and early parenthood, as well as the hope that lies beyond. Part of a series of interviews by ForMed Films
A short, animated film for dads and the struggles they might be facing. A partnership with Acacia Family Support and ForMed Films
A video from Acacia Family Support featuring the real, lived experiences of Young Parents
One woman's heartfelt mental health story and how she found support in group therapy sessions from Acacia Family Support
New mum, Rebecca talks about feeling low and emotional after her baby was born and the ways in which she moved towards recovery. A film by Best Beginnings
A short animation that captures the experiences of a group of mums and mums-to-be from across North Cumbria. Co-produced with Ways To Wellness, The Happy Mums Foundation, Roots and Wings, Newcastle University Open Lab, Include+ and Centre for Digital Citizens
Videos from the
Hearts & Minds You Tube Library
We hear from parents about their reasons for reaching out and getting wellbeing support from their local organisation
Parents tell us first hand about the impact personalised support has had on their lives
Parents share their lived experience of the wellbeing support they received from their local service
Parents who have received wellbeing support from local organisations tell us how they knew the support they got was right for them and how it helped them at their time of need