The Gift of Family: Yvonne’s Story
When Yvonne arrived in Glasgow six months pregnant, she felt totally alone. Thankfully, that changed when she connected with Amma Birth Companions. Through Amma, Yvonne gained the support of a
Our Amma Family programme cultivates community through a weekly peer support group regular workshops, and social outings. We foster collaboration amongst participants and build on our clients’ existing strengths, cultural traditions, and knowledge.
Our peer support programme includes:
- Parent & baby peer support group
Our weekly parent and baby peer support group provides participants with a safe and inclusive space to meet and build strong, supportive networks with other parents. Parents can enjoy a warm cuppa, with plenty of toys and activities to keep wee ones entertained! - Monthly workshops
The focus of our monthly workshops are determined by Amma Family participants. Subject matter experts are invited to teach everything from infant first aid to baby massage and more. - Social outings
Group outings take place in family-friendly settings in and around Glasgow. This helps to foster connections amongst participants and creates opportunities for parents to explore Glasgow and the surrounding areas. - Wellbeing activities
We host activities focused on improving physical and mental wellbeing, a postnatal fitness class.
Relevant stories
How two mums met through Amma and became friends for life
2020 has been a difficult year. When the business of normal life came to a stop, many people struggled with feelings of isolation—especially those with new babies. For mothers like