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Parent support groups are an ‘absolute lifeline'

Having a child can be a daunting prospect for some people, but there parenting groups that can help with advice and support.

“A lot of our groups focus on the theme of looking after yourself and making time for you, which is something that’s really difficult to do when you’ve got young children,” said Ellie Thouret, one of the directors of the Cheshire Parents Collective.

“Groups like this are an absolute lifeline really. It can be a lonely time if you don’t know anyone else with a small baby,” added mum of two, Donna.

“Because I don’t have any family that lives locally to me
meeting other mums kind of fills that gap for you, like a little bit of emotional support,” said C.P.C. member and mum Kelly.

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