Anyone had experience with home start?

[HaychEss]

I’m struggling with my newborn baby and been told I have post natal depression. HV suggested home start as a way to support me getting out the house. If anyone has used this service could you please share your experiences.

I haven’t used the service but volunteered to provide the service and I do think it can be so so useful. The women I worked with all really benefitted, someone to chat to, someone to hold the baby so they could have a shower and a hot coffee, someone to just help get out of the house feel more manageable. I treated the women I supported exactly like I would a good friend and I do think it can be really beneficial just for some support and company while navigating new baby life! X

Similar to pp I don’t have personal experience as a service user but have only heard good things about it from friends. I wouldn’t hesitate. Take all the help you can at this stage. And congratulations on your new baby!