Pandas Lanarkshire Peer Support Group

18/06/2026

Self-feeding pillows can be deadly. That’s because the baby can’t push the bottle away, so can choke or suffer aspiration pneumonia.

Your baby needs you with them while they are feeding, so you can react if they start gagging or choking.

An urgent safety alert was issued for baby self-feeding pillows in 2022. But you can still buy them online.

Please avoid using anything that encourages you to leave your baby alone to feed with a propped-up bottle. And warn family and friends too.

To learn more about these and other dangerous baby products visit: https://capt.org.uk/10-baby-products-that-could-pose-serious-safety-risk/

And for tips on feeding multiples safely visit Twins Trust: https://twinstrust.org/advice-and-support/first-year/feeding-three-babies-at-once/ Alternatively, your health visitor or midwife may be able to offer advice on different feeding strategies.

18/06/2026

Something to suit everyone’s preferred way to communicate

No matter what you're facing, you don’t have to go through it alone. We have a wide range of support services ready to listen, guide, and help you every step of the way.

We exist for everyone struggling in their perinatal mental health...from conception through to birth & beyond ❤️

Our WhatsApp service will connect you to one of our trained PANDAS volunteers. It is free and confidential for users of this service and is open from 9am - 5pm, Monday - Friday (closed on bank holidays).

Our bookable call back service allows you to book a slot and arrange to speak to one of our trained PANDAS volunteers at a time that is suitable and convenient for you.

Our online Zoom support call which takes place twice a week, is for parents and carers who may need a little extra support in these hard times. You can jump on and leave at any time that suits you.

We've designed in-person ‘group support’ for parents and carers, specifically tailored around your mental health.

Details of all our services can be find using the link in the first comment below.

Lots of love ❤️

16/06/2026

SATURDAY 20th JUNE UPDATE

We are in a different room on Saturday. When you come in the main glass doors turn right and walk up the ramp. Turn right again and go through the double doors and you will find us waiting with the kettle on. There will be toys for the children, tea and cake and a little craft activity to do.

14/06/2026

For those who have recently had a c-section

13/06/2026

12/06/2026

We can’t believe it’s already been two months since our group launched! Forever grateful for the donations that made the group possible.

A huge thank you also goes to Kirsty Gemmell at Templespa and My Expert Midwife, who didn’t hesitate to provide samples for our welcome gift bags. We really appreciate your support and generosity.

We have big fundraising plans coming after the summer, so watch this space 😊

12/06/2026

Fantastic opportunity for dads to be 👏

Calling Glasgow Dads-to-be 📣
Come join us for our Antenatal Workshop on 16th June.

You will get hands on experience of changing nappies and bathing babies.
It's an informal groups of Dads to be, coming together to learn some practical skills and find out more about how to look after and care for your baby.

Sign up for the workshop here👉https://dadsrock.beaconforms.com/form/ba813647

11/06/2026

Talking to your GP or midwife about how you're really feeling isn't always easy.

You might not know where to start or that you won't be taken seriously. That's exactly why we created our free 'I Need Help' toolkit.

It's a simple, downloadable guide to help you put into words how you're feeling, mentally, physically, emotionally, so you can have a more honest conversation with your healthcare professional. There's a version for birthing women and people, and one for partners too.

You don't have to have it all figured out before you ask for help. This resource is here to help you take that first step.

Download it for free via the link in the first comment below.

06/06/2026

While waiting for everyone to arrive today, I was reading a magazine. The very first story I came across was titled, "It takes a village."

The timing couldn't have been more fitting. It was a great reminder that none of us are meant to do life alone. Children thrive when they are surrounded by caring adults, positive influences and a supportive community. The same is true for all of us ❤️

We grow stronger when we encourage, support and learn from one another.

What's one way someone in your "village" has made a difference in your life?

05/06/2026

!! REMINDER !!

We are in a different room tomorrow. When you come in the main glass doors turn right and walk up the ramp. Turn right again and you will find us