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This week is Black Baby Loss Awareness Week (BBLAW). Recent statistics show that Black and Black Mixed-Heritage women and birthing people are 43% more likely to experience miscarriage. They're also almost 50% more likely to experience stillbirth, and Black babies have the highest infant mortality rates in the country.

It's Mental Health Awareness Week from 13th to 19th May 2024, the theme "Movement: Moving More for Our Mental Health" takes centre stage. This week highlights the crucial role movement plays in nurturing our mental well-being and provides an opportunity to integrate more physical activity into our daily lives. 

Jo Taylor's journey with Lewisham SUN is a story of personal growth and community support. Her experience with the group and its impact on her life is a testament to the positive role SUN can play in people's lives. 

Today, we shine a light on Laura, the Trust-Wide Peer Support Coordinator, whose dedication, and personal lived experience enrich our peer support services and inspire hope for change.

This year, Maternal Mental Health Awareness Week takes place from 29 April to 5 May 2024. It is a week-long campaign dedicated to talking about mental health problems before, during and after pregnancy.