Association for Post Natal Illness

Association for Post Natal Illness Charity Supporting anyone suffering from or affected by Post Natal Illness. The Association for Post-Natal Illness is the leading organisation in its field.

It is a Registered Charity (No. 280510) established in 1979 to:

- Provide support to mothers suffering from post-natal illness;
- Increase public awareness of the illness;
- To encourage research into its cause and nature. The work of the Association is essential as post-natal illness affects between 70,000 and 100,000 women and their families in the UK every year. It is rightly called 'the silen

t epidemic'. The Association provides a telephone helpline, information leaflets for sufferers and healthcare professionals as well as a network of volunteers (telephone and postal), who have themselves experienced postnatal illness. For a printed information pack send a s.a.e. to:- 145 Dawes Road, Fulham, London, UK, SW6 7EB.

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Everyone talks about summer as a joyful time — sunshine, holidays, smiling families.

But if you’re struggling with postnatal depression, this season might feel overwhelming instead.

Please get in touch with us at apni.org — you’re not alone.💛

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🤱 Breastfeeding Awareness Week 🤱
Every feeding journey is unique – and that’s completely okay.

You might have thought that breastfeeding would come naturally. But for many new mothers, it brings unexpected challenges – from pain and latching difficulties to exhaustion or mastitis. It’s tough, and you’re not alone.

Whether you breastfeed, express, mix feed, or choose an alternative – the most important thing is that you and your baby are well supported.

✨ Peer support can be a game-changer – don't underestimate just how helpful and reassuring it can be having someone who understands and has been there to listen, guide, and walk alongside you while you find what works best.

🧡 If you're finding things hard, please reach out. It’s okay to ask for help. It’s okay to change course. And it’s more than okay to do what’s right for you and your baby.

👉 Learn more about mastitis, the signs to look for, and how peer support can help in our latest blog:

Head over to the Parents 1st UK page to read their blog and find more resources.

Also you are welcome to contact us here at www.apni.org for a friendly chat with one of us from the office where we offer ongoing support anytime you are having a tough day and even find extra support from one of our lovely volunteer supporters who will also have been where you are.

There is so much support out there so do access it asap and see how it can make your postnatal journey so much easier.

The friendly APNI team are also here for any partners/family or friends who maybe aren't aware of just how challenging it can be when things don't go quite as smoothly as you had hoped they would.

APNI - Association for Post-Natal Illness and Post Natal Depression. APNI relies solely on the generosity of the public to fund our charity.

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Summer holidays can be tough when you’re juggling postnatal depression and older kids at home.
The pressure to be the “fun mum” is real — but some days, just getting through is more than enough. 💛

If you're feeling overwhelmed, you're not alone — and we’re here to help.
Please get in touch.

Be kind to yourself. You’re doing better than you think. 💕

15/07/2025

🌼 You're Invited! 🌼

Join us for the APNI Annual General Meeting 2025
📅 Wed 30 July | 🕖 7pm
📍 Fulham Park House, 1a Chesilton Rd, SW6 5AA
💻 Zoom link available – just email rachel.fenwick@hotmail.com

Whether you're a supporter, volunteer, or just curious about what we do, everyone is welcome. Come hear about our work and share your ideas for the future 💛

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It’s more common than many realise — and yet, so many women suffer in silence.
-At APNI, we're here to say: you are not alone.
We’re here to help mums find their way back to themselves.
-Share this to help break the silence.
Let’s keep the conversation going.

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If you’ve had a baby and aren’t finding it as smooth as you’d expected ~ you are one of so many new parents.

It is a massive learning curve and doesn’t come with a manual so often you might feel lost, out of your depth or overwhelmed. Please talk to someone and this can be the first step to making their postnatal journey a little easier.

If you’d like us to be a first port of call, do get in touch and see how we can help you along the way.

APNI has been supporting parents since 1979 ~ so you are definitely not alone in anything you are finding difficult, we are here for you so do get in touch. ✨

Any dads to be/new dads - take a look and sign up for this free online group run by Dad Matters UK
17/06/2025

Any dads to be/new dads - take a look and sign up for this free online group run by Dad Matters UK

💙 Dad Matters UK has an amazing resource for all dads to be and new dads with babies under 12 weeks old💙
Check a look at the poster below to see the topics covered and click the link to register https://dadmatters.org.uk/workshop/

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The Association for Post-Natal Illness is the leading organisation in its field, it is a Registered Charity (No. 280510) and it was established in 1979 to: - Provide support to mothers suffering from post-natal illness - Increase public awareness of the illness - To encourage research into its cause and nature The work of the Association is essential as post-natal illness affects between 70,000 and 100,000 women and their babies in the UK every year. It is rightly called 'the silent epidemic'. The Association provides a telephone helpline, information leaflets for sufferers and healthcare professionals as well as a network of volunteers (telephone and postal), who have themselves experienced postnatal illness. For a printed information pack send a s.a.e. to:- 145 Dawes Road, Fulham, London, UK, SW6 7EB