Smile Group’s services have evolved organically to meet the needs of the parents we support. Originally set up by two mums with lived experience, Smile’s model developed on the powerful dynamic of peer
support; of creating a trusted, welcoming environment led by facilitators with first-hand experience who are relatable, compassionate and trained to ensure parents feel safe and fully supported.
We know that there’s no ‘one size fits all’ approach to recovery from perinatal mental health challenges, so we’ve developed a number of ways to help expectant and new parents to access support in their local community, in order to complement the support that is provided by statutory services: