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Maternal Mental Health Alliance @mmhalliance.bsky.social · 20/01/2026

Women, birthing people, families and staff are invited to share experiences of maternity & neonatal care in England via the National Maternity & Neonatal Investigation. Lived experience, including mental health, is vital to shaping better care. Please share only what feels safe 💙

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Maternal Mental Health Alliance @mmhalliance.bsky.social · 08/01/2026

📢 Real change isn’t seasonal. It’s shaped by people who show up and push for better systems of support. To our supporters, members and partners: thank you for the difference you make, day in and day out. Reshare and tag us, your voice helps strengthen the collective impact 🤍

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Maternal Mental Health Alliance @mmhalliance.bsky.social · 19/12/2025

We are delighted to introduce our Story of Change concept, created for the Maternal Mental Health Councils Programme. Download here: maternalmentalhealthalliance.org/re…

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Maternal Mental Health Alliance @mmhalliance.bsky.social · 18/12/2025

We welcome news that Seren Lodge, a new specialist Mother and Baby Unit (MBU) in Chester, will open later this month. The eight-bed unit will support women and birthing people, their babies and families across Cheshire, Merseyside and North Wales. Timely access to MBU care can life-changing.

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Maternal Mental Health Alliance @mmhalliance.bsky.social · 17/12/2025

Read and hear more about Tessa’s story of Termination for Medical Reasons as part of our This is Also Motherhood exhibition with Carolyn Mendelsohn: www.alsomotherhood.com/tessa #AlsoMotherhood

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Maternal Mental Health Alliance @mmhalliance.bsky.social · 16/12/2025

As many as 1 in 4 women and birthing people will experience mental health problems around pregnancy. Download our Signs & Symptoms Checker here: maternalmentalhealthalliance.org/ab… #ItStartsWithAwareness

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Maternal Mental Health Alliance @mmhalliance.bsky.social · 11/12/2025

Young mums and birthing people face extra pressures; from isolation to navigating complex systems with a new baby. With Pilgrim Trust funding, MMHA and partners are delivering a new Link Work Service offering flexible support for mums aged 16–25. 💜 Read more on our Projects page.

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Maternal Mental Health Alliance @mmhalliance.bsky.social · 09/12/2025

Baroness Amos’ findings echo years of concern: maternity care is failing too many, especially those facing mental health difficulties. People aren’t being listened to, informed or treated fairly. This investigation must lead to safe, holistic and respectful care for all. #MMHA

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Maternal Mental Health Alliance @mmhalliance.bsky.social · 04/12/2025

We’re proud to be working with @york.ac.uk and @ruthndwrites.bsky.social on a study exploring how community-based support can improve #mentalhealth in young mothers and birthing people under 25 💜 Read more here: tinyurl.com/perinatal-support

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Maternal Mental Health Alliance @mmhalliance.bsky.social · 03/12/2025

This photo shows just a few of the amazing attendees, shoutout to colleagues from Endometriosis UK, The Eve Appeal, Florence Nightingale Foundation, College of Sexual & Reproductive Health, Group B Strep Support, RCM, Twins Trust, and Wellbeing of Women.

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Maternal Mental Health Alliance @mmhalliance.bsky.social · 03/12/2025

It’s incredibly important for us to be involved in this conversation so we can ensure perinatal mental health is factored in the government’s strategy. We’ll always bring perinatal mental health to the table.

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Maternal Mental Health Alliance @mmhalliance.bsky.social · 03/12/2025

Feeding perinatal mental health into top-down plans is vital to keep the UK focused on this work.

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Maternal Mental Health Alliance @mmhalliance.bsky.social · 03/12/2025

Mental health is already in the strategy, and we have a strong chance to push for more on perinatal mental health.

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Maternal Mental Health Alliance @mmhalliance.bsky.social · 03/12/2025

It means we have a direct influence on NHS national planning, and that they’re listening to women’s health priorities.

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Maternal Mental Health Alliance @mmhalliance.bsky.social · 03/12/2025

The Labour Government has asked her team to refresh the Women’s Health Strategy in line with the NHS 10-year plan. Why is this exciting? Because Labour continuing this work shows it’s valued and impactful.

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Maternal Mental Health Alliance @mmhalliance.bsky.social · 03/12/2025

A huge thank you to Kate Lancaster at RCOG for inviting our CEO Nikki Wilson to Friday’s roundtable chaired by Prof Dame Lesley Regan, Women’s Health Ambassador for England 💜

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Maternal Mental Health Alliance @mmhalliance.bsky.social · 01/12/2025

In a new guest blog for MMHA, Lucienne Cooper from #DSUK outlines new research highlighting the effect of how Down syndrome screening is framed, discussed and results delivered can have an effect on #perinatalmentalhealth. Read it here: tinyurl.com/4kysuf75

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Maternal Mental Health Alliance @mmhalliance.bsky.social · 26/11/2025

Meet Naomi, our new Lived Experience Champion. After a difficult pregnancy with type 1 diabetes & an eating disorder during the pandemic, she found support through peer networks & counselling. Perinatal mental health must be routine so no one struggles alone 💜 #PerinatalMentalHealth

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Maternal Mental Health Alliance @mmhalliance.bsky.social · 24/11/2025

We’re amplifying the voices of women and birthing people facing addiction and perinatal mental health challenges. Stigma harms, compassion heals. In collaboration with Her Circle @hercirclene.bsky.social, we’re pushing for trauma-informed, joined-up care. #AddictionAwarenessWeek

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Maternal Mental Health Alliance @mmhalliance.bsky.social · 21/11/2025

The exhibition may be over but the This is Also Motherhood website is now live! Head over to discover 10 powerful stories of mental health, strength and survival #AlsoMotherhood #PerinatalMentalHealth www.alsomotherhood.com

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Maternal Mental Health Alliance @mmhalliance.bsky.social · 17/11/2025

Our network of Lived Experience Champions includes parents and their families whose lives have been impacted by perinatal mental illness. They share stories to help raise awareness, reduce stigma and influence positive change. Read Maela’s story: tinyurl.com/hjyjj2t3 #WorldPrematurityDay

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Maternal Mental Health Alliance @mmhalliance.bsky.social · 11/11/2025

As an @agenda-alliance.bsky.social member, we’re honoured to represent #PerinatalMentalHealth in this collective movement for lasting change. Here’s to the next decade of progress, partnership, and a fairer future for all. 💜 #AllianceForChange

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Maternal Mental Health Alliance @mmhalliance.bsky.social · 11/11/2025

Today, the MMHA team is proud to join trailblazing women and allies at the @agenda-alliance.bsky.social Convention to celebrate a decade of impact and advocacy for women and girls at the sharpest end of inequality. 1/2 #AllianceForChange

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Paulette Hamilton MP @paulettehamiltonmp.bsky.social · 04/11/2025

Today, I joined @mmhalliance.bsky.social in Parliament, where I heard directly from Black mothers. Timely and effective support is transformative for maternal outcomes, yet Black mothers still face higher risks and systemic barriers to receiving appropriate care.

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Maternal Mental Health Alliance @mmhalliance.bsky.social · 04/11/2025

A fantastic day of awareness raising and commitment to taking action on improving perinatal mental health support for Black mothers and their families. Read all about it: maternalmentalhealthalliance.org/news/parliam...

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Maternal Mental Health Alliance @mmhalliance.bsky.social · 04/11/2025

ICYMI: We’ve recapped @laurakyrkesmith.bsky.social's introduction of "Sophie's Law" and the MBRRACE-UK debate in the House of Lords last month, including key questions from MMHA Chair Luciana Berger, Lord Patel and Baroness Gohir: maternalmentalhealthalliance.org/news/sophies...

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Maternal Mental Health Alliance @mmhalliance.bsky.social · 14/10/2025

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Maternal Mental Health Alliance @mmhalliance.bsky.social · 14/10/2025

Donate before midday tomorrow (15 Oct) to be in with a chance to win a FREE copy of our ‘This is Also Motherhood’ book, signed by award-winning photographer, Carolyn Mendelsohn: lnkd.in/eqGUGf-9

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Maternal Mental Health Alliance @mmhalliance.bsky.social · 13/10/2025

We couldn't have created the Symptom Checker without donations from last year's Big Give campaign. Please help us reach our target this year so we can do even more: donate.biggive.org/donate/a05WS... We're 18% of the way there with just two days to go. Donate or share now.

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Maternal Mental Health Alliance @mmhalliance.bsky.social · 09/10/2025

The MMHA Information Centre launched in May, funded entirely by last year’s Big Give donations. It’s already reaching 1000s of women and birthing people. We’re taking part again to grow the Centre and reach even more families. Double your donation today: donate.biggive.org/donate/a05WS... 💜

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Maternal Mental Health Alliance @mmhalliance.bsky.social · 08/10/2025

Donations to the Maternal Mental Health Alliance are being doubled this week through the #BigGive Women and Girls campaign. Help make twice the difference: donate.biggive.org/donate/a05WS...

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sipofcha.bsky.social @sipofcha.bsky.social · 02/10/2025

✨ Shubho Bijoya ✨ to my fellow Bengalis. As Durga Puja ends, we celebrate resilience and the triumph of good over evil. Change begins in our own circles-challenging harmful narratives, having brave conversations, and standing up for those made to feel unwelcome. Let's choose compassion over hate💜

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Maternal Mental Health Alliance @mmhalliance.bsky.social · 01/10/2025

If recent events have impacted your mental wellbeing, you are far from alone in that. Please reach out. Many of our members are already offering support to people in their networks. Send us a message if you’re not sure where to turn. Take care.

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Maternal Mental Health Alliance @mmhalliance.bsky.social · 01/10/2025

Nobody should live in fear because of their identity. The word ‘Alliance’ is in our name for a reason; we are built on inclusivity, solidarity, and collective strength. Together, we must combat hatred and strive towards an equitable society where everyone is safe, respected, and cared for.

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Maternal Mental Health Alliance @mmhalliance.bsky.social · 01/10/2025

We have been particularly horrified by reports of women and birthing people being directly targeted in counter-protests and online, including the racism directed at members of our own community who work tirelessly to create safe spaces for vulnerable families impacted by perinatal mental illness.

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Maternal Mental Health Alliance @mmhalliance.bsky.social · 01/10/2025

The Maternal Mental Health Alliance is deeply appalled and heartbroken by the recent wave of anti-immigration marches and the racist and misogynistic abuse that has accompanied them.

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Maternal Mental Health Alliance @mmhalliance.bsky.social · 29/09/2025

In a new guest blog for the MMHA, @laurakyrkesmith.bsky.social reflects on her recent cross-party roundtable on #PerinatalMentalHealth and how the Government’s 10-Year Health Plan can deliver lasting change for women, birthing people and families: maternalmentalhealthalliance.org/news/10-year...

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Maternal Mental Health Alliance @mmhalliance.bsky.social · 23/09/2025

Today, The Motherhood Group launched a new report exposing the urgent realities of Black maternal mental health in the UK. Download: themotherhoodgroup.org/black-matern... #BMMHW2025

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Centre for Mental Health @centreformh.bsky.social · 22/09/2025

Black Maternal Mental Health Week UK 2025 is here! We’re proud to be partnering with The Motherhood Group and @mmhalliance.bsky.social Together, we can change maternal mental health outcomes. More at themotherhoodgroup.org/bmmhw25/ #MakeBlackMothersVisible #BMMHW2025 #TheMotherhoodGroup

We support Black Maternal Mental Health Week UK. Make Black Mothers Visible

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Maternal Mental Health Alliance @mmhalliance.bsky.social · 22/09/2025

Black Maternal Mental Health Week begins today, returning for its 5th year, led by MMHA Member The Motherhood Group. This week is about more than awareness. We'll be highlighting new research, sharing insights from lived experiences, and discussing how we translate evidence into action. #BMMHW2025

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Maternal Mental Health Alliance @mmhalliance.bsky.social · 17/09/2025

Northern Ireland is the only UK nation without an MBU, despite the need being identified nearly two decades ago. #EveryonesBusiness

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Maternal Mental Health Alliance @mmhalliance.bsky.social · 17/09/2025

Thanks to Amy for sharing her experience of PND and the lifesaving inpatient care she received at an MBU. With family ties to Northern Ireland, Amy reflected on how different her story might have been if that was where she was living at the time: www.belfastlive.co.uk/news/norther...

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'I had postnatal depression and here's why NI needs a dedicated perinatal unit'

"Women urgently need to see a Mother and Baby Unit in Northern Ireland because I'm proof of what a difference it has made for me and my family"

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Maternal Mental Health Alliance @mmhalliance.bsky.social · 15/09/2025

As last week’s MBRRACE-UK report highlighted, improving safety means more than preventing physical harm. If we are serious about safer maternity care, mental health must be treated on equal footing with physical safety. Every woman and birthing person deserves compassionate, safe, and holistic care.

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Maternal Mental Health Alliance @mmhalliance.bsky.social · 15/09/2025

Bereaved and harmed families’ voices will be central in shaping recommendations to urgently improve care and safety, and their courage and insight are hugely welcome

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Maternal Mental Health Alliance @mmhalliance.bsky.social · 15/09/2025

Today, 14 NHS Trusts have been named as part of the rapid, independent national investigation into maternity and neonatal services led by Baroness Amos: www.gov.uk/government/n...

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14 NHS Trusts the focus of national maternity investigation

Government announces 14 hospital trusts to be looked at in a national investigation

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Maternal Mental Health Alliance @mmhalliance.bsky.social · 11/09/2025

The latest MBRRACE report is as devastating as ever. Mental health must be at the heart of maternity safety. Every life lost is one too many. Read our full response: maternalmentalhealthalliance.org/news/mbrrace... #PerinatalMentalHealth #MakeAllCareCount

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Institute of Health Visiting @ihealthvisiting.bsky.social · 09/09/2025

iHV publishes ‘Transforming Perinatal and Infant Mental Health: A mixed-methods evaluation of the iHV Champions Programme’ Results suggest that the Programme is a credible, effective, and scalable approach to workforce development and system transformation. ihv.org.uk/news-and-vie...

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Maternal Mental Health Alliance @mmhalliance.bsky.social · 27/08/2025

Black Maternal Mental Health Week UK is less than 4 weeks away (22–28 Sept), led by MMHA member The Motherhood Group. The theme: Make Black Mothers Visible The goal: Amplify voices, share policy solutions & highlight safe, culturally-informed support options. #BMMHW2025 #MakeBlackMothersVisible

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