Rotherham Perinatal Mental Health Service

02/02/2026

New Light peer support group every Friday starting Friday 27th February. 10.30-12pm

20/01/2026

The recommended room temperature for where your baby sleeps is 16 – 20°C. A baby sleep bag or a lightweight sheet/blanket should be all you need for your baby to sleep in.

Research shows that babies are safer being cooler than being too hot, as overheating increases the risk of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS). Don’t be tempted to overwrap your baby. But if your room temperature is slightly colder than 16 – 20°C, consider:

If you use lightweight sheets and/or blankets, add an extra lightweight blanket or layer of clothing to your baby.

If you are using a baby sleeping bag, add an extra layer of clothing. Or, choose a sleeping bag with a higher tog.

Learn more 👉 https://bit.ly/47lApth

14/01/2026

Our system is now live! Take a look at the link below to contact our service about queries, requests or appointment changes.

SystmConnect is an online triage and consultation system that is integrated with our patient record system.

07/01/2026

HEALTH | New year, gentle starts 💫

Join our last Post Natal Fitness cohort, a 6-week FREE programme supporting mums as they ease back into movement and meet others in a friendly, supportive environment.

Each session includes time to chat, share experiences and enjoy low-impact exercise, with babies welcome to come along.

📆 Starting Thursday 8th January
⏰ 9:30–11am
📍 The Place, Eastwood

Spaces are limited for this final cohort, don’t miss out. Email health@ruct.co.uk to book!

07/01/2026

New Light peer support groups starting Thursday 12th February in Kiverton park

30/12/2025

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Let’s talk about baby sleep! 👶

The first year when your baby wakes up often can be tough, and just when you think you have things figured out, your baby’s sleep pattern changes again.

It might seem like everyone else’s babies sleep more than yours or you may worry that you are doing something wrong. Baby sleep patterns are different to adults and it’s not uncommon for them to wake up often.

We’re here to remind you that every baby is different, and sleep patterns differ greatly. You are not doing anything wrong - around a third of babies will have never slept all night by 12 months.

If this chart feels a bit too close to home, you might find our baby sleep pattern webpage helpful 👉 https://bit.ly/41CMWGV

05/12/2025

Light Peer Support is now at the Jade centre in Dinnington, every Thursday morning 10-11am term time only.

28/11/2025

Chief executive position with LIGHT PEER SUPPORT
• Are you an inspiring leader with a passion for improving the lives of women and families in the perinatal period?
• Are you experienced in leading teams and developing services to improve health and well-being?
• Completed forms to be submitted to
• recruitment@lightpeersupport.org.uk
• Closing date:
• 23:59 Monday 1st December 2025

Exciting opportunity | Chief Executive | Light Peer Support

We're on the search for our next passionate Chief Executive within our grassroots charity, supporting families affected by perinatal mental health.

26/11/2025

New Light peer support group starting tomorrow at the Jade centre Dinnington s25 2ex

❗❗NEW GROUP ALERT ❗❗

Light is pleased to announce that we will be setting up a new peer support group in the Rotherham

The group will run alternate Thursdays 10am - 11am at Grimm & Co.

Full address; Jade Youth & Community Centre, Dinnington, S25 2EX

Want to come along? all we ask is that you are registered with us beforehand.

Get in touch now bit.ly/LPS_ContactUs

20/11/2025

Rotherham perinatal team will be here with our pop-up stall. With lots of information and free goodies.
Please all come and say Hello

RUCT | You are invited! A NEW festive event!🎄

We want to invite you to the Community Festive Fair at the AESSEAL New York Stadium!

Join us on Thursday 4th December (5–7pm) for an evening of festive family fun, crafts, community stalls, healthy treats and a visit from Santa! 🎅✨

FREE entry and everyone is welcome - families, fans, NHS staff and the wider Rotherham community. Let’s celebrate the season together. ❤️

Secure your free place here 👇
🔗 https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/ruct-community-festive-fair-tickets-1972494610478?aff=oddtdtcreator

28/10/2025

28/10/2025

❗❗NEW GROUP ALERT ❗❗

Light is pleased to announce that we will be setting up a new peer support group in the Rotherham

The group will run alternate Thursdays 10am - 11am at Grimm & Co.

Full address; Ship Hill, Rotherham, S60 2HG.

Want to come along? all we ask is that you are registered with us beforehand.

Get in touch now bit.ly/LPS_ContactUs