Find support in Sussex

By Sussex Mummies

Motherhood is incredible — but let’s be honest, it can also feel heavy, lonely, and overwhelming at times. At Sussex Mummies, we believe mums deserve just as much care and support as everyone else they look after.

If you’re a mum in Sussex and you’re struggling with your mental health (or simply not feeling like yourself), you are not alone — and there is support available locally.

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You’re not weak for needing help

Many mums experience:

• Anxiety or constant worry
• Low mood or postnatal depression
• Birth trauma
• Overwhelm, burnout, or emotional exhaustion
• Feeling isolated or “lost” after becoming a mum

You don’t have to wait until things feel unbearable. Reaching out early really does matter.

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Support available in Sussex

NHS Perinatal Mental Health Services

Available during pregnancy and up to two years after birth, this NHS service supports mums with:

• Anxiety and depression
• PTSD and birth trauma
• OCD and severe low mood

Ask your GP, midwife, or health visitor for a referral.

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Mind

Mind offers local Sussex services including counselling, peer support, and crisis help. Their website is also full of clear, reassuring advice if you’re unsure where to start.

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Home-Start (West & East Sussex)

Home-Start supports families with young children through trained local volunteers. This can be a lifeline if you’re feeling isolated, overwhelmed, or emotionally drained. Find out more about Home – Start in either West or East Sussex

Support is kind, practical, and completely non-judgemental 💛

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Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Provides NHS mental health services across West and East Sussex, including urgent and crisis support when needed. Contact your GP to be referred to their services.

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The Power of Community

Sometimes the biggest comfort comes from knowing someone else feels the same.

At Sussex Mummies, we encourage connection through:

• Local mum meet-ups
• Baby & toddler groups
• School and nursery parent networks
• Online Sussex mummies communities

You don’t have to do motherhood alone.

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If you need immediate help

If you feel unsafe or in crisis:

• Call NHS 111
• Contact your local mental health crisis team
• Call 999 in an emergency

Your life and wellbeing matter.

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From one mum to another

Needing support does not mean you’re failing — it means you’re human. Motherhood is hard, and asking for help is one of the bravest things you can do.

If you know a mum in Sussex who might need this, please share
And if you’d like us to feature local mum-led wellbeing services or support groups, get in touch — we’re always happy to help spread the word.