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Breathe Melodies for Mums - Online sessions
Summary:
Our group singing programme for new mothers (and their babies) looking to boost emotional and mental wellbeing.
Content:
Based on ground-breaking research by the Royal College of Music and Imperial College London, Breathe Melodies for Mums offers a unique, supportive, and empowering approach, that puts mothers at the heart.
The first few weeks of motherhood can be an incredibly overwhelming experience. It is not uncommon for new mothers to feel anxious, stressed and unsure of what to do. While this is a totally normal reaction, it is important to know that if these feelings are ongoing, it could be a sign of postnatal depression.
Why not try our Breathe Melodies for Mums programme and experience the joy of singing together with other women and their babies? Not only will you find yourself surrounded by a supportive group of women facing similar experiences, but you will also discover new ways of expressing yourself through music, without fear of judgement.
Our weekly singing sessions have been proven to energise and uplift, helping to improve your self-confidence and strengthen the bond between you and your baby, all whilst learning a new skill!
Breathe Melodies for Mums programmes run all year round across London and online.
Online Programme
Register interest in our next 10-week online programme for new mums with babies aged 0-9 months. These sessions take place on Zoom and are open to mums nationwide.
Tuesday 27th May to Tuesday 27th July, 10am to 11am On Zoom
Contact: Jo Pelly, Programme Manager jo@breatheahr.org
Am I eligible to join the programme?
The programme is designed for women experiencing low mood, anxiety, stress, social isolation or symptoms of postnatal depression with babies aged 9 months or below. On registration, we’ll send you a health and wellbeing questionnaire to understand where participants are at when joining the programme, as well as any additional support required.
What format are the sessions?
The sessions take place weekly led by an arts and health music specialist and a member of our team. They are an hour in length, we’ll spend around 45 minutes singing with opportunities to chat and check-in throughout. All participants will receive a welcome pack in advance so you know what to expect.
Do I need any experience of singing?
Participants are not required to have any previous singing ability. We’ll slowly introduce very simple songs and melodies with the option to try harmonies later in the programme once you’ve built your confidence!
Does my baby need to be awake during the sessions?
Not necessarily, if your baby needs to sleep or feed during the sessions they are very welcome to.