PLAYPLUS - We have been able to secure future funding from BBC Children in Need and will be starting the project in February 2025.

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Your baby has arrived but life is not quite what you expected! 

 

Are you struggling to cope with the symptoms of postnatal depression? You’re not alone: 1 in 10 new mums experience postnatal depression during pregnancy and during their child’s first year. Typical symptoms include: 

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• Feeling sad and low in mood 

• Lack of energy 

• Trouble sleeping 

• Lack of concentration  

• Feeling like you can’t be bothered 

• Feeling agitated, irritable, hopeless and overwhelmed 

• Not enjoying the company of your baby, feeling indifferent 

• Thoughts of self-harm 

• Some mothers have thoughts of harming their baby which can be very unsettling

 

Our PlayPlus Project help mums to manage postnatal depression by bringing mothers and babies/toddlers together to enjoy sensory play sessions.

 

Our weekly play sessions include sensory play, crafts, stories, song and movement. Mums also have access to 1-1 emotional support and group peer support via WhatsApp group sharing.

  

To join this group register online or email playplus@kingstonwelcare.org.uk for more information.

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This project is kindly supported by:

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