Nurturing Wellbeing: Free Lavender Keepsakes Crafting

Join us in person for a fun and relaxing FREE crafting session for expecting and new mums!

Create a calming scented keepsake with lavender harvested from our gardens boost your wellbeing.

Bring an item of clothing that your baby doesn't need any more, but if you forget, fabric will be provided!

Please bring a blanket for you and your baby to sit on.

These sessions form part of our Nurturing Wellbeing Perinatal Sessions.

After signing up, prior to attending for the first time, please fill out this form so we can understand your needs better on the day: https://mindfood.org.uk/how-to-refer/nurturing-wellbeing-referral/ We're particularly interested in any access needs you may require, e.g. if you're bringing a pram or buggy with you. You will only have to fill out this form once.

MindFood are a Charitable Incorporated Organisation, registered charity number 1185639, offering free nature-based courses to help people tackle common mental health difficulties such as stress, depression and anxiety. ​We are currently providing services in the London Borough of Ealing. Together, we are committed to safeguarding your privacy.​ The provision of your personal data to us is voluntary. However, without providing us with your personal data, you may be unable to take advantage of our services. You can read our full GDPR policy on our website.

Whether you're expecting or recently had your baby, join us in person for the Nurturing Wellbeing Perinatal Sessions, designed to support you through pregnancy and early parenthood. These friendly, relaxed meet-ups offer a safe space to connect, share experiences, and learn tips to boost your wellbeing during this special time. These sessions are parent-focused as you can't pour from an empty cup, but pre-crawling babies are very welcome!

Each session will be a gentle and social mix of nature-inspired activity (something mindful, creative and fun). The sessions will be indoors through Winter and Spring, moving outdoors when the weather allows.

All our tips and techniques are evidence-based, and we can share the info with you by email so you can come back to them whenever you need them.Here's what our participants are saying about their experience at MindFood:

• 88% say they feel that their mental health has been improved as a result of coming to MindFood, with 86% saying they feel calmer.
• 91% say they feel less isolated as a result of coming to MindFood.
• 72% say they're sleeping better
• 93% feel more connected to nature