Today’s story is from Lucy, who talks about her initial shock, struggles and how she came to terms with her daughters’ postnatal diagnosis of Down’s syndrome.

Read Becs’ postpartum story on c-section recovery. Becs is a first time Mum and talks of her stay in hospital immediately after her c-section.

Our community manager Michelle, shares her breastfeeding journey, starting with her first baby Rose.

This World Mental Health Day, I wanted to share with you an experience I had after the birth of my first baby, in the hope it raises awareness of how common it is to struggle mentally in the postnatal period. If you’re going through it right now, I hope this helps you feel less alone and encouraged to open up and ask for help.