Emotional highs and lows during pregnancy or within a year of becoming a parent are natural and normal.
However, sometimes the lows can be overwhelming, confusing or even frightening at times. It's more common than you think and can affect mothers, fathers or partners...
You might feel unsupported or isolated from friends and family, have feelings of loneliness, anxiety, other worries such as financial or housing issues, or just feel like you're not coping well.
Peer support during pregnancy gives parents the opportunity to build a trusting relationship that is different to family or friends. Peer supporters are there to talk to about any worries, big or small, and to help parents emotionally and practically prepare for birth and adjust to parenthood.
Peer support can done in different ways, it could be through one-to-one support, groups or activities. We can help to find the right option for you and connect you to services in your local area.
