We hope you have tissues ready, we are sharing this beautiful and emotional video showing how much the support from a Home-Start volunteer can make a difference!
Twenty years ago, new mum Sam was supported by a Home-Start volunteer called Marie. Sam was experiencing post-natal illness, later diagnosed as post partum psychosis. Weekly visits from Marie became a lifeline to Sam and baby Molly.
Sam lost touch with Marie when her family moved to another part of the country. But they never forgot one another. Twenty years later they find each other on social media and arrange to meet up. And Sam brings along a very special surprise…
Content Advisory Warning: This film includes reference to the experience of post-partum psychosis and mental illness which some viewers may find distressing.
Further support for postpartum psychosis
Approximately 1 in 500 new mums will be diagnosed with postpartum psychosis. It is a severe mental health condition that needs to be medically treated. If you, or anyone you know, is affected please speak to medical professionals.
Charitable support is available from Action on Post Partum Psychosis (APP Network)
Crisis Support:
If you or someone you care about is in crisis, or feeling suicidal and needs urgent help you can access support in the following ways:
- Go to A&E at your local hospital
- Phone emergency services on 999
- Call Samaritans on 116 123 (free to call and will not appear on your phone bill)