Embracing Maternal Mental Health

Peer Support for Mums

From pregnancy and beyond, no matter what the age of your child, you’re welcome to join us to share how you are truly feeling in a safe, judgement-free environment surrounded by others who ‘get it’.

Nationally, 1 in 5 mums reach out to the NHS for support with their mental health during pregnancy and the 1st year of infancy, the figure in Cumbria is even higher, closer to 1 in 4 with 27% of Mums reaching out but the true amount of mums needing support with their mental health likely to be much higher. And the need for that support doesn’t simply end when your child reaches one or three, so neither do our groups.

With in-person support groups across Cumberland and online groups open to any geography. Anyone who identifies as a mum, whatever their circumstances, is welcome with us. 

Everyone at Happy Mums has their own experiences of maternal mental health problems, so you can be sure there will be no judgement and a warm welcome.

Peer Support Groups

Our support groups are created specifically to be a safe space for mums to share how they are really feeling and hear words of support from those who have been in similar situations. With group helpers and toys on hand to keep the little ones entertained. 

"I don't know how I would manage without them. I stopped attending group when I went back to work, but soon realised I had to carve out some time to get back to a group. I could feel myself deteriorating without it."

Anonymous mum, 34, Carlisle

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Volunteering

We couldn’t do what we do without our volunteers, many of whom started as group members. We have 5 key volunteering roles: Facilitator, Group Helper, Welcomer, Inclusion Champion and Ambassador.

You are not alone.

Up to 20% of women will experience a mental health problem in pregnancy or in the first year after giving birth*

Everyone at Happy Mums has their own experiences of maternal mental health problems, so you can be sure there will be no judgement and a warm welcome.

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Careers

We are currently recruiting for Facilitating Leads for areas across Cumbria. Join us and help make Mums in your community feel safe to manage their Mental Health.

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Support us

We are committed to provide groups that are free for mums and mums-to-be to attend. But to keep it that way we need your help! Joining one of our supporterships and donating a monthly amount helps us to ensure our groups can be available for those who need them.

Peer Support Activities

Walk and Talk – 27/06/25 – 10am : 11.30am – Talkin Tarn, Brampton

PEER SUPPORT ACTIVITYJoin Us for a Walk and Talk at Talkin Tarn – Friday 27th JuneLooking to get out in the fresh air and have a friendly chat? Our Walk and...

Natter in Nature – 13/06/25 – 1pm : 2.30pm – Morton Manor, Carlisle

PEER SUPPORT ACTIVITYTake a Breather at Our Next ‘Natter in Nature’ – Friday 13th June If you’re a mum looking for a gentle break in the fresh air with your...

10th Anniversary Drop-in Picnic – 28/06/25 – 11am – 2.30pm – Morton Manor, Carlisle

PEER SUPPORT ACTIVITYCelebrate with Us at Our Drop-In Picnic – Saturday 28th JuneWe’re turning 10 years of supporting mums and families – and we’d love you to...

Walk and Talk – 15/08/25 – 10am : 11.30am – The Dandy, Brampton

PEER SUPPORT ACTIVITYWalk and Talk Along The Dandy – Friday 11th JulyLet’s take a stroll together down The Dandy Line in Brampton — a peaceful, green path...

Walk and Talk – 11/07/25 – 10am : 11.30am – The Dandy, Brampton

PEER SUPPORT ACTIVITYWalk and Talk Along The Dandy – Friday 11th JulyLet’s take a stroll together down The Dandy Line in Brampton — a peaceful, green path...

Walk and Talk – 18/07/25 – 10am : 11.30am – Talkin Tarn, Brampton

PEER SUPPORT ACTIVITYJoin Us for a Walk and Talk at Talkin Tarn – Friday 19th JulyLooking to get out in the fresh air and have a friendly chat? Our Walk and...

Walk and Talk – 27/06/25 – 10am : 11.30am – Talkin Tarn, Brampton

PEER SUPPORT ACTIVITYJoin Us for a Walk and Talk at Talkin Tarn – Friday 27th JuneLooking to get out in the fresh air and have a friendly chat? Our Walk and...

Natter in Nature – 13/06/25 – 1pm : 2.30pm – Morton Manor, Carlisle

PEER SUPPORT ACTIVITYTake a Breather at Our Next ‘Natter in Nature’ – Friday 13th June If you’re a mum looking for a gentle break in the fresh air with your...

Walk and Talk – 11/07/25 – 10am : 11.30am – The Dandy, Brampton

PEER SUPPORT ACTIVITYWalk and Talk Along The Dandy – Friday 11th JulyLet’s take a stroll together down The Dandy Line in Brampton — a peaceful, green path...

Walk and Talk – 18/07/25 – 10am : 11.30am – Talkin Tarn, Brampton

PEER SUPPORT ACTIVITYJoin Us for a Walk and Talk at Talkin Tarn – Friday 19th JulyLooking to get out in the fresh air and have a friendly chat? Our Walk and...

Walk and Talk – 27/06/25 – 10am : 11.30am – Talkin Tarn, Brampton

PEER SUPPORT ACTIVITYJoin Us for a Walk and Talk at Talkin Tarn – Friday 27th JuneLooking to get out in the fresh air and have a friendly chat? Our Walk and...

Natter in Nature – 13/06/25 – 1pm : 2.30pm – Morton Manor, Carlisle

PEER SUPPORT ACTIVITYTake a Breather at Our Next ‘Natter in Nature’ – Friday 13th June If you’re a mum looking for a gentle break in the fresh air with your...

Join in with Happy Mums

Looking to join a group? Volunteer with us? Help us fundraise? or just have a question, complete this form and one of the team will get back to you.

Staying Safe

If you are experiencing a mental health crisis or feeling like you want to die, it’s important to tell someone.

– Samaritans – Phone: 116 123 Email: jo@samaritans.org
– Contact your GP and ask for an emergency appointment
– Phone 111 out of hours and they will help you find the support and help you need
– Contact your local Access Liaison Integration Service (ALIS) team – Phone: 03001239015 or freephone: 08006522865

If you need immediate help, and in the case of serious injury, call 999 or go straight to A&E