Improving me

29/07/2026

School's out, but support doesn't take a holiday 💙

If you're a young person in Halton, Knowsley, St Helens or Warrington, you can access free online mental health and wellbeing support all summer long 👇🏽

https://www.merseycare.nhs.uk/about-us/school-holiday-digital-support



NHS Cheshire and Merseyside

29/07/2026

Men who have experienced pregnancy or baby loss can often feel that there is little support available to them.

We want you to know that we have specific support for men as well as our Helpline, Local Support Groups and Online Community.

Link in the comments below for support options 👇

29/07/2026

We're so proud to have launched our first dedicated face-to-face support group for LGBTQIA+ parents and carers, in London at the start of the month.

The perinatal period can be isolating at the best of times. For LGBTQIA+ parents and carers, that isolation is often compounded by stigma, exclusion from maternity services, and a lack of healthcare providers who truly understand their journey. The largest review of LGBTQIA+ perinatal mental health research (2022) confirms these barriers are persistent, not occasional, which is exactly why spaces like this matter.

Supported by funding from The Julia Rausing Trust, this group forms part of PANDAS' wider expansion of peer support across 2026.

Based in Hackney and meeting twice monthly, the group offers a friendly, affirming, non-judgemental space to connect with others who understand. The group is facilitated by PANDAS-trained Group Facilitators Charlotte (she/they) and Joey (they/them), both experienced q***r doulas with deep roots in the local community.

If you're an LGBTQIA+ parent or carer looking for community, connection and support that gets it, you're welcome here.

The group meets fortnightly on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month from 12-2pm. You can follow the group at or visit

29/07/2026

Every day in the UK, around 27 people will get a diagnosis of womb cancer.

Cervical screening (smear test) does not check for womb cancer... that's why it's so important to share these signs and symptoms. Awareness saves lives.

Image and text from the Peaches Womb Cancer Trust.
Follow them for sign posting support and information on womb cancer.

[Image Description: Sign and symptoms of womb cancer infographic. Text reads: Womb Cancer - What to look out for.

Bleeding after the menopause.

Periods becoming heavier than normal.

Bleeding in between periods or after s*x.

Persistent tummy pain.

Abnormal vaginal discharge (pink or watery).

Blood in the urine.

Unexplained weight loss.

Early detection can save lives. If you experience any of these symptoms, seek medical advice. Find trusted information at www.peachestrust.org/womb-cancer. End Description.]

23/07/2026

Resources for Black and Black Mixed-Heritage pregnant women and birthing people - from Tommy's

There are resources, organisations and people who provide support specifically for Black and Black Mixed-Heritage women and birthing people through pregnancy and afterwards.

For further information, visit -

Here are some helpful resources recommended to us to help Black and Black-Mixed Heritage women and birthing people through their pregnancy journey.

23/07/2026

New mum seems strange? Seek help. It could be postpartum psychosis, a treatable medical emergency.

Help make an urgent appointment with their doctor, midwife, health visitor or call 111. If you think there is imminent danger, call 999.

With help they will recover.

23/07/2026

23/07/2026

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23/07/2026

Is your cervical screening test due or overdue?

The Living Well Service offers private and discreet cervical screening tests at a time that suits you.

No appointment necessary, just drop in.

Find out more visit https://www.cwp.nhs.uk/livingwellservice