Support offered for mothers of new babies across Lancaster district

Children’s group Hartbeeps is providing invaluable support for mothers of new babies who may be feeling vulnerable and alone during this period of isolation.
By Gayle Rouncivell
Published 13th May 2020, 15:45 BST
Childrens group Hartbeepsis providing invaluable support for mothers of new babies who may be feeling vulnerable and alone during this period of isolation.Childrens group Hartbeepsis providing invaluable support for mothers of new babies who may be feeling vulnerable and alone during this period of isolation.
Childrens group Hartbeepsis providing invaluable support for mothers of new babies who may be feeling vulnerable and alone during this period of isolation.

The charity 4Children estimates that normally three in 10 new mothers experience depression symptoms post birth, and the NHS traditionally encourages social interaction as one method of helping to combat this.

“Baby groups and weigh-in clinics were a lifeline for me when my daughter was tiny,” said Phillipa Chadwick, owner of Hartbeeps Lancashire. “Getting out there and chatting to other mums who were feeling the same, in addition to being shown lots of lovely ways to bond and interact with my new-born baby really helped lift my spirits.”

Hide Ad
Hide Ad

Drawing on this experience, Phillipa is offering four weeks of free content to all babies under eight weeks old.

Phillipa Chadwick, owner of Hartbeeps Lancashire, on the set.Phillipa Chadwick, owner of Hartbeeps Lancashire, on the set.
Phillipa Chadwick, owner of Hartbeeps Lancashire, on the set.

More than 40 local mums have already signed up to join this online community, and are enjoying classic Hartbeeps classes, baby massage, relaxation, baby signing and above all a place to chat with other parents.

Julie Clarke, mum to six-month-old Flynn, said: “Hartbeeps@Home has really allowed me to engage with my little one while still feeling part of the Hartbeeps community. The daily content is really uplifting and helps give me a routine, and all the instructions are so easy to follow giving me great bonding time with my baby.”

To find out more simply email [email protected] or book online for free here

Related topics:NHS