Thousands of new mums struggling with mental health receive support in Essex

I struggled after the birth of my kids. I started a Korean-style postpartum retreat so women don't have to go through what I did.

Boram Nam struggled after the birth of both her children.Courtesy of Boram NamBoram Nam has two kids and had difficult postpartum experiences with both.Her friends in Korea benefited from having dedicated care throughout the first six months.She founded a postpartum retreat, and later pivoted to focus on home care.This as-told-to essay is based on a conversation with Boram Nam, founder of Boram Care. It has been edited for length and clarity.My …

Nurse Navigator Enhances Maternal, Child Health Support in Decatur County – WRBI Radio

(Provided Photo) (Greensburg, IN) – Decatur County Memorial Hospital (DCMH) is proud to introduce a new community resource to improve health outcomes for families in Decatur County. Through the Healthy Start Communities That C.A.R.E. program, a Perinatal Nurse Navigator is now available to support families through pregnancy, postpartum, and early parenthood—offering vital care  coordination,  education, and access to essential services. This rol…

Thousands of new mums struggling with mental health receive support in Essex

New families are offered help by EPUT's services, which provide support before, during, and after childbirth.

Team who support carers shortlisted for award

A team who support vulnerable and ageing carers has been shortlisted for a national award. The South East Essex Ageing Well Carers Intensive Support team is a finalist in the HSJ Patient Safety Awards for the category of Improving Care for Older People Initiative of the Year. The team helps people who are struggling to cope with looking after themselves and their loved ones to access vital care and support. Essex Partnership University NHS Found…