Breathe Melodies for Mums – Free Singing Programme for Postnatal Wellbeing
Breathe Melodies for Mums is a free, evidence-based 10-week group singing programme designed to support new mothers experiencing low mood, anxiety, or postnatal depression.
Developed from ground-breaking research by the Royal College of Music and Imperial College London, the programme has been shown to:
- Reduce symptoms of postnatal depression more quickly than usual care
- Improve maternal wellbeing, confidence, and social support
- Strengthen bonding between mother and baby
Sessions are led by trained professional singing leaders in a warm, safe, and non-judgemental environment. No prior musical experience is required. Mothers can attend with their babies (aged 0–9 months) and benefit from both the music and the peer connection.
Referral information:
Free to access for all mothers meeting the criteria
Available both in-person (various London boroughs) and online nationwide
Health visitors, midwives, GPs, perinatal mental health teams, and other professionals are encouraged to signpost or refer mothers directly.
For more details or to make a referral:
https://breatheahr.org/programmes/melodies-for-mums/
m4m@breatheahr.org