Light Peer Support

Light Peer Support We are a peer support charity, supporting the emotional wellbeing and mental health of families.

Peer support groups coming to Angram Bank Children's Centre.Yes that's right, we also starting a new group in High Green...
05/02/2026

Peer support groups coming to Angram Bank Children's Centre.

Yes that's right, we also starting a new group in High Green on Thursdays.

All our groups are safe, non judgment places for you to come and chat (as much or as little as you like) to our peer support workers and other Mums who are feeling like you.

Pregnancy and parenting can be tough and together we can help each understand and accept our feelings.

Register with Light to book your place:

Phone: 0114 438 8962

Text: 07523 242 212

Email: contactus@lightpeersupport.org.uk

⭐New group alert⭐We're excited to announce another new group. This time we're coming to Wath Trinity Church every Friday...
05/02/2026

⭐New group alert⭐

We're excited to announce another new group. This time we're coming to Wath Trinity Church every Friday from 10.30am to 12pm, starting on Friday 27 February.

Our groups are lead by a peer support worker who has their own lived experience of difficulties during pregnancy and/or until their child was two years old.

They are safe non judgmental spaces for you to come and relax, talk as much or as little as you want about any feelings you are experiencing and meet people who understand.

Register with Light to book your place:

Phone: 0114 438 8962

Text: 07523 242 212

Email: contactus@lightpeersupport.org.uk

04/02/2026

Could you join us at Kenwood Hall Hotel next week?

Some of our staff are training to deliver infant massage and we need your help. Parents with babies are invited to attend 3 free Infant Massage classes.

You will be the only person massaging your baby while students practise on dolls. You will learn how these simple stroking techniques may help your baby with bouts of wind, constipation, colic, fussiness and even sleepless nights.

The course will cover how important your touch is in fostering your baby’s growth and development and how important nurturing touch is in promoting strong attachment and bonding.

If you're interested and free on the following dates next week:
Tuesday 10, Wednesday 11 and Thursday 12 February 2026, from 1.30pm to 2.30pm contact Deborah on 07811 864255 or hovebabymassage@gmail.com for more information and to book.

⭐New group alert ⭐Starting this February, we're inviting parents from the LGBTQIA+ community who are struggling during p...
20/01/2026

⭐New group alert ⭐

Starting this February, we're inviting parents from the LGBTQIA+ community who are struggling during pregnancy or up to your child being two years old, to join us every Wednesday at Knowle House in S2.

This stage of life can bring feelings of anxiety about birth / the arrival of your baby, isolation and loneliness since becoming a parent and low mood at a time you thought would be full of joy. All these feelings are completely normal.

Our peer support groups are welcoming, safe, non-judgmental spaces for you to offload your worries, ask other parents and our team for tips and advice or simply help give you a safe place to gain the confidence to leave the house with your little one.

Register today:

Phone: 0114 438 8962
Text: 07523 242 212
Email: contactus@lightpeersupport.org.uk

Natural light is in short supply in the winter months, but day by day we're getting more light now the shortest day of t...
13/01/2026

Natural light is in short supply in the winter months, but day by day we're getting more light now the shortest day of the year has passed.

Today we will get almost half an hour extra daylight than on 21 Dec and everyday this increases.

Natural light increases our seratonin, happy hormones, and melatonin, which helps us sleep.

As little as 30 minutes a day can really give you a boost and a better night's rest.

If you can't get outdoors, consider buying a Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) lamp which mimics outdoor light. Plus don't be fooled by clouds, you can still get the benefits even on a grey day.

New group alert 🙂🙂🙂Starting 12th February, we're coming to Kiveton Park every other Thursday from 12.30 - 1.30pm to offe...
08/01/2026

New group alert 🙂🙂🙂

Starting 12th February, we're coming to Kiveton Park every other Thursday from 12.30 - 1.30pm to offer group peer support.

If you're feeling low, isolated or want to meet people who are also experiencing difficulties in the early days of parenting we would love to meet you.

Our groups are welcoming, safe, non-judgmental spaces for you to offload your worries, ask other parents and our team for tips and advice or simply help give you a safe place to gain the confidence to leave house with your little one.

Register today:
lightpeersupport.org.uk/get-in-touch/

06/01/2026

❗️TRIGGER WARNING - Birth Trauma❗️

❓Did you know that some research suggests that up to 30% of women and birthing people report finding elements of their birth traumatic?

❤ At Light, we recognise all Birth Trauma; that which is diagnosed, and those who identity as having it. We have assigned Birth Trauma Peer Support Workers and a Birth Trauma Peer Support Group, which is held at Knowle House on a Monday from 12:30 - 2pm

We understand that today may be a mixed bag of emotions for some, for many reasons.But remember this; whatever this year...
31/12/2025

We understand that today may be a mixed bag of emotions for some, for many reasons.

But remember this; whatever this year has thrown at you, you survived it, and you WILL get through whatever is to come.

From all at Light to all of you, Happy New Year.

Let's be honest, eating well in the winter months can be hard - we all crave the warm, comforting and often fat filled f...
18/12/2025

Let's be honest, eating well in the winter months can be hard - we all crave the warm, comforting and often fat filled foods, but they don't help our energy levels or mental state..

Eating well is even more important during the long dark days, as it can hlpe boost your body's natural immune system which can help in the fight against all those pesky colds and viruses (of which there are many this year).

The recommendation these days is to try to get 30 different plants into you each week, which is far easier than it sounds as this includes fruit, veg, nuts, beans, spices, herbs, grains, seeds and all the normal fruit and veg. This mix can really support your immune system.

Fresh, dried and frozen fruit and vegetables are all good to eat and, if you can, a handful of mixed nuts are a filling alternative when you're craving that afternoon biscuit.

Help reduce waste and make your life easier on the busy days by batch cooking health meals and freezing them. This saves you diving into the fridge for ultra processed foods and allows you all to enjoy home cooked goodness.

As a small charity we rely on generous donations from grants, funders and supporters like you.Every single penny we rais...
16/12/2025

As a small charity we rely on generous donations from grants, funders and supporters like you.

Every single penny we raise goes towards making sure we can help more families across South Yorkshire who are struggling during pregnancy or the early years of parenting.

It can be really hard, completely changing your life, dealing with all the hormonal changes, the sleep deprivation and more and we're here to help families see they're not in it on their own. All our staff and volunteers have their own experience of difficulties at this stage in life so can really understand and support everyone who comes to us.

Donate the gift of Light
https://lightpeersupport.org.uk/donate/

Thank you and wishing you all a very merry festive season.

Our skin is less exposed to sunlight in the winter months which can sometimes lead to a vitamin D deficiency. Vitamin D ...
12/12/2025

Our skin is less exposed to sunlight in the winter months which can sometimes lead to a vitamin D deficiency.

Vitamin D helps regulate the levels of calcium and phosphate in the body, which are important for healthy teeth, bones, and muscles. Plus a lack of vitamin D can cause fatigue, as parents of young children we don't need any additional fatigue in our lives.

The government advise that everyone should take a Vitamin D supplement in the autumn and winter because we don't produce enough from daylight. There are also a number of ways in which you can get more vitamin D naturally.

Natural sources of vitamin D include :

Oily fish – such as salmon, sardines, trout, herring or mackerel
Mushrooms
Red meat
Egg yolks
Fortified foods – such as some fat spreads and breakfast cereals
Some smoothies are enriched with extra vitamins
Liver - (but you must avoid liver if you’re pregnant)

For more information about how much vitamin D you and your family need to stay healthy visit the NHS website https://bit.ly/44t9fzN

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Sheffield
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Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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