Devon Perinatal Mental Health Team

05/03/2026

Today is WORLD BOOK DAY!
We thought we would take the opportunity to share why it is so important to read to our baby's. Give it a go... 😀

05/03/2026

🌿 Exmouth Forest School – This Friday! 🌿
For mums under the Perinatal Mental Health Team
Friday 6th March | 11am–2pm
📍 The Forest School, Exmouth, Leeford Woods, Knowle Hill, EX9 7AL
🔎 What3Words: octagon.proposals.proven

Mums, babies, and your extended families… you’re all warmly invited to join us in the woods this Friday 💚✨
There’s no need to arrive on time—come and go whenever suits you and your little one.

As early Spring begins to wake the forest from its winter sleep, it’s the perfect moment to spend time outdoors. Fresh air, birdsong, movement, connection… being in nature can be incredibly calming and grounding for us all. 🌱🕊️

🔥 This week we’ll be making Welsh cakes over the fire and enjoying a gentle woodland craft activity.

We’d love to see you there. 💛
Wrap up warm and wander in whenever you’re ready.

05/03/2026

🌿 Exmouth Forest School – This Friday! 🌿
For mums under the Devon Perinatal Mental Health Team
Friday 6th March | 11am–2pm
📍 The Forest School, Exmouth, Leeford Woods, Knowle Hill, EX9 7AL
🔎 What3Words: octagon.proposals.proven

Mums, babies, and your extended families… you’re all warmly invited to join us in the woods this Friday 💚✨
There’s no need to arrive on time—come and go whenever suits you and your little one.

As early Spring begins to wake the forest from its winter sleep, it’s the perfect moment to spend time outdoors. Fresh air, birdsong, movement, connection… being in nature can be incredibly calming and grounding for us all. 🌱🕊️

🔥 This week we’ll be making Welsh cakes over the fire and enjoying a gentle woodland craft activity.

We’d love to see you there. 💛
Wrap up warm and wander in whenever you’re ready.

11/02/2026

Small things can make a big difference 💛

Families supported by the Community Perinatal Mental Health Service are often seen in settings that are not always baby friendly. Thanks to funding from Open Up's Little Something Fund, clinicians now have access to dedicated toy trolleys they can take with them to appointments across Exeter, North Devon, West Devon and Torbay.

Each trolley includes a soft wipeable mat for safe floor time, along with simple toys and books to help babies feel settled while parents receive support.

This is a practical and thoughtful way of improving the experience for families during what can be a challenging time and we are hoping to add even more to these trolleys as time goes on.

You can read more about this and other projects made possible by Open Up on our Impact page 👉 https://www.openup.org.uk/our-impact

Thank you for helping us create calmer and more supportive spaces for families 💙

Devon Partnership NHS Trust
Devon Perinatal Mental Health Team

09/02/2026

Did you know 1 in 5 children face mental health challenges? Let’s make a difference together during ! You can find out more and make a donation at www.childrensmentalhealthweek.org.uk
Every donation helps

27/01/2026

We wanted to highlight a new free group starting next week at Exeter Family Hub (Chestnut Centre) for Mum’s/females carers with children aged 0-5 who are from an ethnically diverse background. The groups aim is to reduce isolation and help the families embed in the local community.

No Dads or male carers in attendance though please as the group is led by The Olive Project and we want to keep the sessions safe for females that may have experienced or be experiencing abuse. Please can you circulate amongst your team - thank you. It will be running every Wednesday as a drop in. Free to attend with free refreshments.

27/01/2026

26/01/2026

You are not a machine, rest is so important especially when taking care of another......take time to prioritise the things that matter to you!

01/01/2026

New Year can be a challenging time for many of us. You may look forward to celebrations, you may struggle with the weight of reflection or feel overwhelmed by the uncertainties of the future. It's important to reach out for support if you need it.

Our offices are closed today and re-open on Friday 2nd January so if you need support today contact 111.

25/12/2025

Merry Christmas from the Devon Perinatal Mental Health Team. Just a reminder that we are closed over the bank holidays and our offices will re-open on Monday 29th December.

If you need urgent support please call 111.

25/11/2025

https://devonconnect.org/

Devon Connect is the go-to online community hub for everyone in Devon. Whether you're looking to volunteer, find local events, or offer support, we've got you covered. With hundreds of activities, a wide calendar of community events, and thousands of members, it’s all about bringing people together and promoting positive social action.

Devon Connect is an online platform for communities across Devon. Members can use it to find or add events, services and volunteering opportunities.

24/11/2025

Life can be full of things that increase our anxiety. If you notice you’re feeling worried, stressed or anxious maybe try on of these to see if it can shift it! Some only take a few minutes....