Singing Mamas Outreach Programme
in Medway
What is a Singing Mamas Outreach Programme?
Singing Mamas Outreach Programmes (‘SMOP’) are supportive, evidence-based sessions for women who are pregnant or have a baby under 1 year old, designed to support perinatal mental health and wellbeing.
The groups are fully funded, meaning they are free for women to attend. Women may be referred by a midwife, GP or social prescriber, and self-referral is often possible.
Research shows that singing together can help reduce symptoms of postnatal depression and anxiety, improve mood, and strengthen the bond between parent and baby. No musical experience is needed — just come as you are.
'SMOP' in Medway
Free 8 week courses for pregnant women and women with babies under 1.
We’ll be running courses throughout June and July in Gillingham and Strood — see details below.
We encourage you to attend the full 8 weeks where possible, as this offers the greatest benefit for your mental health and wellbeing.
Free 8 week course
Twydall Wellbeing Centre
with Carol and Rhea
Free 8 week course
Gun Lane Wellbeing Centre
with Rachel
Pop-up sessions this summer
Plans up in the air this summer? We’ll also be running a number of pop-up sessions throughout the season. Perfect if you’re looking for something a little more flexible.
Free pop-up sessions for women
in pregnancy/ babies under 1
- Tuesday 16 June - Chatham Family Hub
- Tuesday 7 July - Gillingham Family Hub
- Thursday 16 July - Deanwood Wellbeing Centre
- Wednesday 19 August - Wayfield Family Hub
Free pop-up sessions for women
with babies aged 1-2 years
- Tuesday 23 June - Strood Family Hub
- Tuesday 7 July - Gillingham Family Hub
- Wednesday 19 August - Wayfield Family Hub
We try to make sure that all Singing Mamas venues have wheelchair access as standard, but because we work in community settings this isn't always possible. If you or your children have any mobility or access needs please let us know when you book your taster and we'll do everything we can to accommodate.
