New Parents

  Expecting twins or triplets? Get ready with these tips. “It’s time to put your knickers on now,” I could hear the consultant’s words, but I couldn’t m... Read More

Going on parental leave and returning to work brings many challenges, but you don’t have to face them alone. There are many sources of support you can draw on at this time. In this chapter... Read More

None of my friends, colleagues or customers are in the same job as they were prior to having children. That might not come as a surprise to you, everyone moves companies, but most of these women aren... Read More

I remember the feeling of returning to work after my maternity leave.  It felt daunting.  How would I cope leaving my little boy and adjusting to the new demands in my life? I str... Read More

Looking for childcare? What childcare options are there? And how can you bring the cost down? You’re pregnant. The birth is looming and you think you’ve got everything planned. Birth... Read More

Trigger warning: Antenatal Depression It’s often difficult for us to recognise if we need help and if we do, what type of support will be beneficial for us. As mums, and especially new m... Read More

Trigger warning: Antenatal depression Hello, my name is Donna Davies and I’m the co-founder of More Than A Tick Box, a non profit campaigning for improved maternal mental health services... Read More

Ensuring you effectively use the Keeping in Touch (KIT) days available to you whilst on your maternity leave can ensure a much smoother and positive return to work once maternity leave is over. ... Read More

Happy Space is a mental wellbeing charity, dedicated to helping children ask and answer the question “Why don’t I feel okay?”. Happy Space understands that feeling happy isn&r... Read More