Light Peer Support

06/05/2026

Did you know that Light provide group support across Sheffield, Rotherham and Doncaster?

We also provide groups for those who are young parents, neurodivergent parents, LGBTQIA+ parents, pregnant parents and those who identify as suffering from, or who have been diagnosed with Birth Trauma.

You can finds the details of all our groups by clicking on this link

Peer support groups through pregnancy or parents with a child under two years old who are struggling with low mood, feelings of isolation and poor mental health

05/05/2026

All of our Peer Support Workers have their own lived experience of mental health or emotional struggles in the pre and/ or postnatal period. Here, Peer Support Worker, Bronwyn, shares her story.

05/05/2026

Today's theme for Maternal Mental Health Week is Voices of Experience: Spotlighting parents’ lived experiences across the decade.

Everyday we support parents who are feeling isolated and lonely, anxious and depressed, like they've lost the person they used to be or are suffering the emotions of baby loss.

Some of our brave Mums have shared their stories to help others understand that they're not alone, that how they're feeling is valid and that lighter days are coming.

https://lightpeersupport.org.uk/parents-stories/

We recently asked Mums to share positive messages which we attached to some beautiful crochet hearts as gifts to other Mums. Here are just a few, please do share these notes of positivity with anyone who needs to know they're not alone.

04/05/2026

At Light Peer Support, we’re proud to support this year’s Maternal Mental Health Awareness Week as it celebrates a Decade of Voices.

For ten years, this campaign has shone a light on the importance of listening to parents’ real experiences and that’s exactly what we do every day at Light.

Through compassionate, non‑judgemental peer support, we create safe spaces where parents can share their stories, feel understood and know they’re not alone.

Whether someone is navigating pregnancy, birth trauma, loss or the emotional challenges of parenthood, Light is here to listen, understand and care, because every voice, and every feeling, matters.

This week, we join the campaign to raise awareness, break stigma and ensure no parent feels they have to suffer in silence.

Learn more about the campaign:

https://maternalmentalhealthalliance.org/get-involved/maternal-mental-health-awareness-week/

Contact us for support:
https://lightpeersupport.org.uk/

29/04/2026

Are you aged between 16-21 years old? You do not need to be registered with Light to attend this event 🙂It will be held at our base : Knowle House, 4 Norfolk Park Road, Sheffield, S2 3QE

17/04/2026

Volunteer peer support worker Charlotte is taking on the London Marathon to raise money to help us support more families affected by perinatal mental health and we couldn’t be prouder.

Charlotte is training to be a midwife and as part of this joined our team of volunteers in 2025 to understand more about the difficulties families can face during pregnancy, birth and the early years of parenting.

Charlotte gives her time and empathy to support others through difficult moments. Now, she’s going the extra mile (and then some!) to make sure more people can access our support.

How your donations help: Every pound raised will help us to:

· Train and support peer support workers with lived experience

· Offer safe, compassionate one-to-one and group peer support

· Reduce isolation by connecting people who understand each other

· Make peer support accessible to more people when they need it most

Peer support saves lives, builds hope, and reminds people they’re not alone.

Please consider donating, sharing, and cheering Charlotte on as she runs the London Marathon for Light Peer Support.

www.gofundme.com/f/london-marathon-2026-for-light

25/03/2026

Our spring time walk dates are out 🌸

Our wellbeing walks are designed to help give you the confidence to get out and about in Sheffield's green spaces and meet other Mums in the perinatal period.

The chance to get some fresh air with your babies, talk in a safe and confidential environment and enjoy a little exercise at the same time.

Contact us to book your space:

Phone: 0114 438 8962
Text: 07523 242 212
Email: contactus@lightpeersupport.org.uk

23/03/2026

Good morning. If you've had a tough weekend or are struggling this morning this post is for you 🩷

16/03/2026

Have you seen our peer support groups recently? We've started lots of news ones this year, check out our website to find one near you.

https://lightpeersupport.org.uk/support/peer-support-groups/

0114 438 8962
contactus@lightpeersupport.org.uk

10/03/2026

The early days of parenting can be really hard. If you're feeling like Louise, that's ok, and totally normal, don't think you are the only one to feel this way.

We have a number of parent's stories to help you know that you really aren't alone, however you are feeling.

Read Louise's story here:
https://lightpeersupport.org.uk/parents-stories/louises-story/

And if you would like to talk to any of our peer support workers, please do get in touch. You don't need a GPs referral, just give us a call or drop us an email:

0114 438 8962
contactus@lightpeersupport.org.uk

03/03/2026

The Round Sheffield Run 29 June 2026 - see you there 🏃🏼‍♀️

We're running to help raise money so we can help more families affected by perinatal mental health, as we believe no parent should feel alone, low or isolated.

We support parents via peer support through pregnancy and the first two years of their child's life.

If you're able to cheer on our team by donating even the smallest amount, small change really can make a big difference.

And if you're free on 29 June come and cheer us on in person.

05/02/2026

Peer support groups coming to Angram Bank Children's Centre.

Yes that's right, we also starting a new group in High Green on Thursdays.

All our groups are safe, non judgment places for you to come and chat (as much or as little as you like) to our peer support workers and other Mums who are feeling like you.

Pregnancy and parenting can be tough and together we can help each understand and accept our feelings.

Register with Light to book your place:

Phone: 0114 438 8962

Text: 07523 242 212

Email: contactus@lightpeersupport.org.uk