Perinatal and Infant Mental Health
Aberlour, is a national charity for children, young people and families across Scotland, helping transform lives for the better. Supporting challenges such as living with a disability, growing up in and leaving care and the impact of drugs and alcohol on families.
Aberlour is one of the 13 charities in the intandem portfolio. More information is available at www.intandem.scot
Perinatal and Infant Mental Health: Aberlour Child Care Trust will continue delivery of community based support for women experiencing perinatal mental health difficulties, providing emotional and practical support through pregnancy and the first year of a baby’s life. Delivered in Clackmannanshire, Falkirk and Stirling, new and expectant mums are matched with peer volunteer befrienders for regular non-judgemental support. This relationship-focussed support helps new and expectant mums to bond with their babies and reduces social isolation.
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