Mothers Matter

05/05/2026

Anxiety during pregnancy and early parenthood is more common than many people realise but it’s often hidden behind a brave face.
It can show up as constant worry, racing thoughts, feeling on edge, or a sense that something isn’t quite right. For some, it’s a quiet hum in the background. For others, it can feel overwhelming and all-consuming.
The truth is, anxiety doesn’t make you a bad mum. It doesn’t mean you’re failing. It means you’re human and that you may need support.
At Mothers Matter, we want you to know that you don’t have to carry this alone. You are allowed to feel how you feel. You are allowed to ask for help. And you are allowed to take things one step at a time.
Today, be gentle with yourself.
Take a breath.
Lower the pressure where you can.
You are doing better than you think.
And we are here, walking alongside you every step of the way.

05/05/2026

An Inspirational Evening Planned.... use the links below to book your tickets.
Thank you to Emma Jay and Women's Academy Wales

10 women. 10 stories. 5 minutes each. 🎤
That's Open Mic Night 2.0, and we're just two weeks away!
We're so proud to introduce three of our incredible speakers:
🎙️ Donna Littlechild — "The Year I Stopped Waiting for Permission"
🎙️ Maggie Cee — "Mission Possible: How gut-instinct, creativity and delusions of grandeur turn ideas into reality"
🎙️ Zena Hall — "Becoming Who You're Here to Be Starts With 'I Can'"
Real women. Real stories.
This event is in support of Mothers Matter - a charity doing vital work for parents who need support. A portion of every ticket goes towards this cause, and our very own Emma Jay Hopkins is cycling 100 miles this weekend to raise even more. 🚴‍♀️
If you'd like to support Emma's ride: https://mothersmatter.enthuse.com/pf/emmaandgarethcarten
📅 Thursday 21st May | 6.30–9.30pm
📍 Kuku Club, Park Plaza, Cardiff 🎟️ £30 (includes arrival drink + nibbles)
Tickets: https://yottaevents.co.uk/the-fabulous-facilitator/events/1040/event/1064
Come for the stories. Stay for the community. Leave inspired. ✨

05/05/2026

Join us at Llanharry Ambulance Hall on Tuesday 5th May from 11am for our Teddy Bear Bake Sale, raising vital funds for Mothers Matter.

Yn dod mis nesaf....

Ymunwch â ni yn Neuadd Ambiwlans Llanhari ddydd Mawrth 5ydd Mai o 11am am ein Gwerthu Beca Tedi, yn codi a***n hanfodol ar gyfer Mothers Matter.

04/05/2026

Maternal Mental Health Week: You Are Not Alone
Today marks the beginning of Maternal Mental Health Week. A time to shine a light on the experiences so many mothers go through, often silently.
Motherhood can be beautiful, but it can also be overwhelming, exhausting, and at times, incredibly lonely. Behind the smiles and milestones, many mums are navigating anxiety, guilt, burnout, and feelings they don’t always feel able to share.
At Mothers Matter, we know that maternal mental health is not one-size-fits-all. Every story is different. Every feeling is valid. And every mother deserves to feel seen, heard, and supported.
Over the coming days, we will be focusing on the real topics that many struggle with during the perinatal period, creating space for open, honest conversations. Our aim is simple: to break stigma, raise awareness, and remind every mother that she is not alone.
If this week resonates with you, we invite you to follow along, reflect, and reach out if you need to. Whether you are in the thick of it or supporting someone who is, your experience matters.
You are doing better than you think.
And we are here, walking alongside you every step of the way.

01/05/2026

With womensmindhealthuk Women's Mind Health Day!!!

With Inform Cwm Taf Morgannwg Counter Force Poetry Interlink RCT New Horizons Mental Health Comfort and Hope Bereavement Support Group
2wish

30/04/2026

Join us Mothers Matter and Janine S Parry of JSP Training & Coaching LTD for our first 'Trauma Drop in' at Llanharry Ambulance Hall from 9.30am.

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29/04/2026

Our first signed up member had her delivery of a beautiful Hoodie, pin badge and lots of access to services and goodies, yesterday!!!
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Thanks to Logo & Engrave Tonypandy

Thank you for your support LC 💕
Did you know you can become a member too, by becoming a member you will support the continued exclusive services Mothers Matter provides to our parents.

Click the link below 👇every little really does help us!!!
https://mothersmatter.co.uk/members/

29/04/2026

Bipolar UK are launching their next Bipolar Self-Management Course specifically for people living in Wales!

Sign up for the course to help you understand the condition better and learn tools and coping strategies to help you stay well.

To find out more and to book a free place on the course, click on the link here: https://bipolaruk.org/get-support/self-management-courses/ and then click “Sign up here” for the Wales Course and "Register" for the Course.

Places are limited so book early!

The Course runs for 8 weeks online by Zoom 6:30pm-8pm every Wednesday starting Wednesday, 6 May 2026.

Any questions please email Helen at supportgroups@bipolaruk.org.

29/04/2026

This Friday we will be attending this wonderful event with Interlink RCT and womensmindhealthuk celebrating women's mind, health and wellbeing. 💕
Make sure you pop along and have a chat with our staff and volunteers

28/04/2026

Teddy Bear Bake Sale....

28/04/2026

Support Matter and Chatfield Training by upskilling with life saving skills.

Book your place using our link or QR Code 👇
https://bookwhen.com/mothersmatter/e/ev-sa26p-20260521100000