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Summer walks, bring a friend. Please book using the email on the flyer

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Healthy Start Scheme - Money towards healthy food and milk

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Healthy Start Scheme - Money towards healthy food and milk

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The Little Orange Book contains advice and tips on how to manage common illnesses and problems that babies and young children often experience in the first 5 years of their lives. It also has information on more serious conditions, what to look out for and how to help.

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Everything you need to know to start weaning your baby. Includes lots of helpful videos!

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What is weaning?

Introducing your baby to solid foods, also referred to as weaning or complementary feeding, starts when your baby is around 6 months old.

Your baby should be introduced to a varied diet, alongside their usual breast milk or first infant formula.

It can be confusing knowing when and how to start introducing solid foods. We're here to guide you through the weaning journey and explain what it all means.

We've got expert NHS advice, helpful videos, tips from other parents, and lots of simple, healthy weaning recipe and meal ideas.

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Weaning means introducing your baby to solid foods alongside their usual breast milk or infant formula. We're here to guide you through the journey.

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We’re here to provide information and support for anyone who has experienced a miscarriage, stillbirth, neonatal death or termination for medical reasons.

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Baby loss counselling charity

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Maternity Action is the UK’s maternity rights charity dedicated to promoting, protecting and enhancing the rights of all pregnant women, new mothers and their families to employment, social security and health care.

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challenging inequality : promoting wellbeing

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Supporting women with injuries from childbirth

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Need advice? Please email Birth Injury Support at info@masic.org.uk or call 0808 1640 8333

We are advocates for women and aim to change the lives of those injured during childbirth.

Find out more

Who are MASIC?

MASIC exists to support women, challenge stigma and drive change.

The MASIC Foundation is the only multi-disciplinary UK charity to support women who have suffered severe injuries during childbirth known as OASI (Obstetric Anal Sphincter Injuries).

The charity is run by injured women and healthcare professionals who are committed to better detection and prevention of injury during childbirth.

Find out more

Women's stories

Breaking the silence. Read stories from MASIC advocates who have suffered injuries during childbirth.

Telling women's stories is the most important thing we can do as a charity. When women are brave enough to speak out, change happens. This page is dedicated to telling those stories, and to the women who have been honest and incredibly brave in sharing their experience.

If you have a story to tell we are dedicated to supporting you and making your voice heard.

Please email socialmedia@masic.org.uk and we will help you to tell your story.

Read more stories

Looking for support?

There is support available if you need it, don't suffer in silence and don't be afraid to ask for help and advice.

MASIC can help you over come the physical and emotional trauma you may have experienced during and after child birth. We can support you and guide you to helpful resources, all you need to do is get in touch.

Get Support

Not sure where to start?

Please call the MASIC 24h freephone Birth Injury Support Helpline 0808 1640 8333

My name is Luce. I'm a writer. A partner. A mum. And I had a difficult birth which left me thunderstruck, confused, sad, broken, and well, pretty angry. My reaction to birth trauma was unconventional. I wrote a book - a gory, funny, moving book - about the truth of it for me, what I saw and heard and felt as I gave birth and then coped with injuries, continence issues, depression, and trauma. I needed to speak out because traumatic births are often undiscussed. Recognition is important - we don't talk enough about births that aren't picture-perfect, as if they should be hidden in shame. Like MASIC, I'm here to say it isn't shameful. And don't worry - you have found your people. Like my book this website is a place for all of you - the entertainers, the shell-shocked, new mums and old hands - to share, process, or even just start to think about what is happening, and why googling 'birth trauma' or 'MASIC' late at night is a good thing. You are not alone.

85%

of women with severe birth injury said it impacted on their relationship with their child

78%

were affected by traumatic memories of the birth

52%

stated they were embarrassed by the symptoms of their injury

49%

of women affected said they doubted their ability to mother

45%

suffered postnatal depression as a result of their injury

24%

of women affected regretted having a child because of the injuries sustained

Meet the MASIC team

We are a collection of healthcare professionals & MASIC advocates, existing to give a voice to women's childbirth stories.

The Executive Board

We are led by a small and very experienced Executive team who are dedicated to improving outcomes for women with birth injuries.

Products that will help improve your life

Products that can help make everyday life a bit easier.

After sustaining a birth injury it is so important to know that there are products and services out there that can help make everyday life a little bit easier, and help you to feel a little bit more like YOU again.

We recommend the products here that have been tried and tested by our MASIC advocates - women who understand what it's like to cope with symptoms on a daily basis, and who know what has helped them.

Discover More

MASIC News

Keep up to date with all our latest news and stories

If you would like to be kept informed of MASIC's work and our most recent projects please click on our news items in this section and sign up to our MASIC mailing list.

We would love to hear from you if you are an injured woman or a health professional interested in working with us.

Read more stories

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Home - Aiming to change the lives of women injured during childbirth.

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MASIC supports women who have suffered injuries during childbirth; OASI, Obstetric Anal Sphincter Injuries, or 3rd degree & 4th degree tears.

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If you or someone you know is experiencing financial challenges that are preventing them from getting the food they need please complete this form to make a referral to the Newham Food Alliance (click image to take you to webpage)

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If you or someone you know is experiencing financial challenges that are preventing them from getting the food they need please complete this form to make a referral to the Newham Food Alliance.

The Newham Food Alliance is an open collaboration between partners who reach thousands of residents each week with food parcels, meals and other support.

Click here to refer yourself or someone you know to the Newham Food Alliance

The information gathered on this form helps us to match you (or the person you are referring) with a partner who is best able to provide the direct food support needed.

If you have any questions or are unable to use this form team are available to receive calls Monday-Friday (9am-5pm) at 07790 975 086 or email frontdoor@newhamfoodalliance.org

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If you or someone you know is experiencing financial challenges that are preventing them from getting the food they need please complete this form to make a referral to the Newham Food Alliance. The Newham Food Alliance is an open collaboration between partners who reach thousands of residents each week with food parcels, meals and other support.

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Free immigration advice in Stratford library

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Hope 4 Humanity Immigration & Family Law Clinics

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Hope 4 Humanity Immigration & Family Law Clinics

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Safe Connections NEL Suicide Prevention Helpline

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Safe Connections - Support with suicidal thoughts

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Safe Connections - Support with suicidal thoughts

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Mind in North East London’s Safe Connections Suicide Prevention Helpline is a warm and safe space to talk, explore and work through suicidal thoughts and feelings, and help you find the right directions and support that you need.

Call us on 0300 561 0115, or email safeconnections@mithn.org.uk and we will call you back.

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Newham Fuel Poverty A5 (All residents) CoL FINAL v6

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Peer supporters are ready to listen and understand. Community languages available

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Parents in Mind - perinatal mental health peer support | NCT

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https://www.elft.nhs.uk/perinatal

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Having a baby is meant to be a joyous occasion, but if that's not what you're experiencing know that you are not alone!

One in every 10 people experience anxiety, low mood, intrusive thoughts or other debilitating mental health symptoms during their pregnancy or after giving birth.

This can be incredibly scary and isolating. It may be difficult to tell those close to you in case they don't understand.

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Perinatal | East London NHS Foundation Trust

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Having a baby is meant to be a joyous occasion, but if that's not what you're experiencing know that you are not alone! One in every 10 people experience anxiety, low mood, intrusive thoughts or other debilitating mental health symptoms during their pregnancy or after giving birth.

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We run 2 weekly groups in Newham. Meet mums going through similar things to you in a confidential and judgement-free space. Relax while your little ones play and we make you a drink. Snacks and friendly listening ears are always available.

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Newham Talking Therapies

We are open and accepting referrals - please call 0208 175 1770. To refer yourself to the service, please use our online self-referral form. Booked appointments will go ahead as planned.

For general information, to cancel/reschedule your appointment or if you are having trouble getting through, please email us.

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Newham Talking Therapies | East London NHS Foundation Trust

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We are open and accepting referrals - please call 0208 175 1770. To refer yourself to the service, please use our online self-referral form . Booked appointments will go ahead as planned. For general information, to cancel/reschedule your appointment or if you are having trouble getting through, please email us .

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Are you pregnant or a mum aged 24 or under? We have a dedicated space just for you! Join our lovely volunteer peer supporter Paris who will lead this friendly, informative and intimate group. Let Leah know if you would like to join!

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Perinatal mental health peer support in London - Healthy London Partnership

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Perinatal peer support is available right across London. This page provides local services right across the capital. Find support near you.

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"Connection is a powerful tool for protecting our mental health..."

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PiM project manager Leah talks about the importance of connecting with others

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PiM project manager Leah talks about the importance of connecting with others

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You can connect with other women at our groups or with our wonderful trained volunteer peer supporters. You feel less alone when you know others understand what your going through.

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Ella habla Español

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How we can help

Advice and guidance

Use our emergency helpline 0344 515 1540 during opening hours if you are homeless, have nowhere to stay tonight, are worried about losing your home, or are at risk of harm or abuse in your home.

Use our online advice if you want a quick answer, want to know your housing rights, or want to find your next steps.

Use the webchat if you can't find what you need on our online advice pages, need help to take the next step, or do not wish to call us.

The London Youth Gateway service

Are you 16 to 25 and homeless, or at risk of becoming homeless? If so, we can offer you advice, support and guidance with any housing, welfare benefit, or debt issue through our telephone advice line. Contact us on 0330 053 6091, Monday to Friday, 9:30am - 6:00pm.

If you're under 25 years old

If you're 25 years or over

Our Legal Aid legal service

Our legal team can help you if you are eligible for Legal Aid, for example, if you need to go to court about a housing problem or to challenge a council's homelessness decision.

To speak to the legal team you will need to make an appointment. If you would like to make an appointment with the legal team in Hackney, please call 0344 515 1212 between the hours of 9:00am-5:00pm, Monday to Friday. Please note that this number is for new legal appointments only.

Not found a solution?

If you're struggling with any other problem, these other services and organisations might be able to help.

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Shelter services in Newham - Shelter England

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Use our emergency helpline 0344 515 1540 during opening hours if you are homeless, have nowhere to stay tonight, are worried about losing your home, or are at risk of harm or abuse in your home. Use our online advice if you want a quick answer, want to know your housing rights, or want to find your next steps.

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Covid-19 Coronavirus

We've stopped giving face to face advice.

You can get advice by calling: 020 3855 4472, Monday to Friday 10am to 4pm.

Contact us

To help the largest number of clients in Newham, our team offers a telephone service.

Call 020 8525 6379. Lines are open at the following times:

Tuesdays: 10:00am to 1:00pm
Wednesdays: 10:00am to 1:00pm

Telephone service

Our team offers a telephone service. Call 020 8525 6379. Lines are open at the following times:

Tuesdays: 10:00am to 1:00pm
Wednesdays: 10:00am to 1:00pm

Pre-booked advice appointments at Stratford Advice Arcade

Stratford Advice Arcade, 107-109 The Grove, Newham, London E15 1HP.
Tuesday 9:30am to 1:00pm. (Pre-booked appointments only).

For appointments, call our appointment line on 020 8525 6379 on Tuesdays or Wednesdays between 10:00am and 1:00pm.

Pre-booked specialist advice appointments in Canning Town

For appointments, call our appointment line on 020 8525 6379 on Tuesdays or Wednesdays between 10:00am and 1:00pm.

20 Freemasons Road, London E16 3NA

Employment

Money advice, debt and financial inclusion

Welfare benefits

Pre-booked advice appointments for registered patients of the Newham transitional team

If you are a patient of one of the surgeries listed and are a registered patient of the Newham transition team, you can book an appointment by telephone at the surgery you wish to visit.

Vicarage Lane Health Centre, 10 Vicarage Lane, London E15 4ES.
Telephone 020 8536 2255
Every Thursday. (Pre-booked appointments only).

Manor Park Surgery, 30 Church Road, London E12 6AQ.
Telephone 020 8553 7460
Every Monday. (Pre-booked appointments only).

More help

For more support in your local area, please see our Other Help and Support links.

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Newham's Children's Centres offer a range of services to help give your child the best start in life. You can register for free if you are a Newham resident with a child under 5 (including if you're pregnant). You can register using the online ' Family Registration' form.

Childminders who live in Newham, or who look after a Newham child, can access children's centre space to deliver their own childminder network sessions (please talk to your local children's centre). Childminders can register by using the online Childminder Registration' form.

If you would like support from a Family Support Worker, you can make a self-referral online via our MASH portal ( click here) or speak to your local children's centre and ask them to complete a referral for you. If you are a professional who would like to refer a family, please use the MASH referral form. If you're a Newham Children's Social Worker looking to stepdown a case, please contact Deborah Reid in the Early Help Hub for a case consultation.
What we offer Local services
Each of our 8 Community Neighbourhoods has their own timetable for activities and copies of their timetables are available on the individual children's centre websites, as well as in the links section of this page.
Children's Centre websites Access to childcare (nurseries and childminders)
If you want to know more about accessing early education and childcare (including free childcare for eligible two, three and four year olds), or want support finding childcare, please see (link to early education page).
Stay and play sessions (child development support)
Children learn and develop important skills through play. Stay and play sessions show you how you can support your child's learning at home. These sessions are open to everyone and you can also meet other local families.
Targeted stay and play sessions (child development support)
Some sessions support families around particular issues, including children with additional needs. Some of these sessions might be open to everyone and some might be by invitation/booking only.

Please see the timetable for your local children's centre to find out what is available in your area.

If you have any worries about your child's development, then you can talk to any of our Children's Centre staff. You can also talk to your Health Visitor, your GP or your child's nursery/childminder.
Parenting and Family support
Our Family Support Workers help families to tackle issues having an impact on the family. This includes issues such as domestic violence, mental health, housing, and financial struggles.

We can also help build your parenting skills and confidence. You can talk to us about managing your child's behaviour, healthy eating, speech and language or anything else.

You can access a wide offer of parenting support programmes through Newham's parenting team and the Early Help Hub- please see Parenting page.
Health and well-being support
Your local Health Visitors provide advice and support on a range of health issues. They can support you through pregnancy into the first years of your child's life. You can ask them about any health issues such as breastfeeding, weaning or speech delay.

Children's Centres will have sessions to help you with healthy eating, toileting, sleep routines and other issues. We also provide free Healthy Start vitamins for eligible families, and can support you to access the Healthy Start voucher scheme.

You can find more information on our Best Start for Life page. This page will include information and links on topics such:
Oral health
Immunisations
Healthy Start (free vitamins and food vouchers)
Useful Links and Contacts
Nutrition support for families - Nutrition for Parents - Early Start Group

Supporting baby's speech and language - https://www.nhs.uk/start4life/baby/learning-to-talk

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Who we are

In 1981 a small group of parents, who were experiencing problems with their crying and sleepless babies, set up a support group. They discovered how important support is and how reassuring it can be to talk to someone. Today that support group has become Cry-sis, the only UK charity offering help and support to parents with babies who cry excessively or have sleeping problems. From modest beginnings Cry-sis has become a well-respected national charity which:

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A wealth of reliable information to cover you from pregnancy to baby's 2nd birthday

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We're here to support you and your unique experience of pregnancy, birth, and early parenthood.

Our vision is that everyone who becomes a parent feels confident, connected, and safe.

We share evidence-based information you can trust

We create opportunities to connect with other parents

We listen to your experiences, amplify all parents' voices and campaign for change

We are strong advocates for improving experiences of pregnancy, birth, infant feeding, and early parenthood, equitably, for all parents.

Access networks of support and build friendships through our courses and community events.

Use our resources to make informed decisions that feel right for you.

Information for parents

If you're pregnant or a new parent, we know that you will have a number of questions and concerns about coronavirus. In our sections below, we've created a range of articles about how coronavirus might affect your pregnancy, birth and early days as a parent.

Pregnancy

When it comes to your pregnancy, we've got it covered. You'll find everything you need to help you feel confident and reassured over the next nine months right here.
Find out more

Labour & birth

Thinking about how, what happens and where to give birth? We're here to help you feel more confident. We've got information and tips on everything you need to know.
Find out more

Baby & toddler

Your baby's arrived and you've probably got 101 things on your mind. Don't worry, you're not on your own. We're here with information and support as your baby develops.
Find out more

Life as a parent

You've just had a baby and everyone is focused on your little one. But how about you? We're with you on your journey with support and tips from other mums and dads.
Find out more

Courses and workshops

Interactive, engaging and social, our antenatal course is a fun and exciting way to grow your knowledge of birth and early parenthood, and make life-long friends.
View all courses & workshops

Local activities and meet-ups

Our local activities and meet-ups can help you build up a supportive social network around you.

Support NCT Charity by becoming a member

Join NCT and there's great member benefits for you - exclusive live talks, money-saving offers & competitions, digital magazine & quick-read newsletters, plus early entry to every NCT Nearly New Sale - whilst you help fund free support for others.

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The UK's leading charity for parents | NCT

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How to not need a holiday after the holidays

The holidays can be a stressful time for single parents, Natalie is a volunteer in our Wellbeing Digital Group and recently held an online workshop where she shared her 'go to' tools for managing the...

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We are Gingerbread, the charity for single parent families. We provide expert advice and practical support for single mums and dads in England and Wales.

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A specialist integrated mental health and maternity service providing support for women and birthing people who are affected by birth trauma and loss.

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Healthcare professionals can refer into this service in the following ways;

Email
elft.eastlondonocean@nhs.net

Please leave the name of the person you would like to refer and details of how we can telephone you to gather more information to complete the referral jointly

Referral form for healthcare professionals please complete the Perinatal Mental Health Referral Form and send to the Perinatal Mental Health team email found on the form.

All referrals will be triaged daily by clinicians from Perinatal Mental Health and Ocean.

Self referrals and referrals from carers/family members

The service is open to self-referrals and referrals from carers/family members by contacting us by telephone or email using the details above.

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OCEAN Mental Health Service East London | East London NHS Foundation Trust

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If you are feeling stressed, anxious, low or can’t sleep, Every Mind Matters can help with expert advice, practical tips and personalised actions to help you.

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Financial support and advice for Newham residents

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Our Newham Money is key to delivering on the Mayor's Community Wealth Building agenda, to ensure economic growth in Newham is shared locally. The Mayor is putting people at the heart of everything the council does to ensure that you, our residents, have access to financial support whatever your circumstances.

Our Newham Money offers support to Newham residents who may be struggling with debt or the everyday cost of living. We are a free confidential service and here to help you secure financial wellbeing.

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Domestic abuse support and practical help

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Coronavirus (COVID-19) continues to move quickly and if you are experiencing domestic abuse in lockdown, you are not alone. We want to share with you the decisions Hestia are making to continue providing services in Newham which optimise the safety and health of staff and our service users. The Newham Domestic and Sexual Violence Service is operating via remote telephone support at this time, however we continue to provide face to face outreach support via our Exiting Sex Work provision. A professional support worker can be contacted by email or phone for free and confidential support on: Email: [email protected] Phone line: 0808 196 1482 For more information on Newham's services, please visit: Newham.gov.uk

Independent Domestic Violence Advocates (IDVAs)

Domestic and Sexual Violence Floating Support

Specialist Domestic Abuse Court Coordinator

Multi-agency Risk Assessment Conference (MARAC) Coordinator

Domestic and Sexual Violence Peer Support

Exiting Sex Work Support Workers

Together Cafe - mental health crisis support service

The referral route for the Newham Together Café is via the Crisis Line, telephone number: 0207 771 5888

If you would like any more information you can email the Hestia team at the café: NewhamTogetherCafé -

If individuals do attend without an appointment they will be referred back to ELFT Crisis services. In Newham, this is the Assessment and Crisis Hub.

If you are interested in volunteering, take a look at our volunteering opportunities.
Contact

Need to speak to us? We always welcome feedback and comments.

For the most accurate response to your query, please fill out our Contact Us form .

Telephone
Main Reception: +44 (0) 20 7378 3100 Voicemail box: +44 (0) 20 3879 3700
You can also drop us an email. Please use the Contact Us form or email us onFor a secure email path please send your emails to
If you are experiencing domestic abuse and need urgent assistance please contact the Freephone National Domestic Abuse Helpline, run by Refuge on 0808 2000 247. If you are in immediate danger, please call the police on 999.
If you are from a local authority and would like to start working with Hestia, please contact Paula Murphy, Director of Performance & Development |[email protected] | +44 (0) 20 7378 3176

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APNI - Association for Post-Natal Illness | Post Natal Depression

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APNI - Association for Post-Natal Illness | Post Natal Depression

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APNI - Association for Post-Natal Illness and Post Natal Depression. APNI relies solely on the generosity of the public to fund our charity.

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National charity helping people with Anxiety - Anxiety UK

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Become a Member of Anxiety UK. We pride ourselves on being user led, with many on our staff and volunteer team having personal experience of anxiety.

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Information and support

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Prioritising happiness and kindness influences how we approach everything - including our personal lives, families, communities, schools and workplaces. It also shapes our views on public policy and helps us to consider the wellbeing of future generations too.
We have no religious, political or commercial affiliations and welcome people of all faiths (or none) and all parts of society. Our members make a simple pledge: to create more happiness and less unhappiness in the world.

Our patron is The Dalai Lama.

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Mental Wellbeing Resources for Londoners

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Digital mental health and wellbeing support for Londoners

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Anxious, stressed, depressed or having trouble sleeping? Find NHS-approved mental health tools and advice to support you.

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LBWP works with Black, Asian and visible minority ethnic women who have domestic violence and abuse

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DA info and support for women and children

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DA info and help for women and children

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Refuge is the largest domestic abuse organisation in the UK. On any given day our services support thousands of women and their children, helping them to overcome the physical, emotional, financial and logistical impacts of abuse and rebuild their lives - free from fear.

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Supporting victims of honour-based abuse and forced marriage

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Our goal is to end Honour Based Abuse in the UK. We run a national helpline, offer training to professionals, gather data to inform policies and services, and campaign for change.

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PND info and support for suffers and their families. Great info and resources on PMH

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Postnatal depression (PND) is a type of depression that many parents experience after having a baby. It can affect any parent, regardless of whether they've suffered from a mental health condition before. Postnatal depression is linked directly to giving birth and is a common problem, affecting 1 in 10 women within a year of giving birth.

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Aanchal Women’s Aid is an organisation that supports women and their children by offering a free and confidential service for Asian women who are experiencing or have experienced domestic abuse.

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We provide emotional, practical support and services to help people who face challenging life situations to understand their rights and make informed and positive life choices.

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When you're living with a mental health problem, having access to the right information is vital.

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A charity that supports women who suffer birth trauma – a shorthand term for post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) after birth.

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"I was broken after the birth of my son. My journey to healing started after finding the BTA. It was the first time I felt hope that I would get better, and that I wasn't alone."

- BTA Facebook group member, 2023

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BTA is the only charity in the UK solely dedicated to supporting women and families who have experienced traumatic birth. We work to support parents and families, improve parents' experience of birth, and engage with health professionals and research.

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The Maternal Mental Health Alliance (MMHA) is a charity and coalition of UK organisations with a vision to see all women across the UK get consistent, accessible and quality care and support for their mental health during pregnancy and in the year after giving birth.

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The Royal Foundation Business Taskforce for Early Childhood has released a new report highlighting the significant economic benefits of investing in early childhood and the adults around them. According to 'Prioritising early childhood for a happier, healthier society', prioritising early childhood development by supporting working parents and caregivers, improving social and emotional skills, and reducing public spending on remedial measures could add at least £45.5 billion to the UK economy annually.