https://www.shine-support.org/welcome daily 1.0 2025-08-15 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5daff8a13aca646be472587e/1572355255176-OS5HP3ZRH1Y7U4UVK2O1/53199755_2310135189218787_1321060686742159360_o.jpg Welcome - Welcome to Shine Creative therapy sessions and drop-in playgroups in Swindon, Cirencester, Dursley and Gloucester for mothers dealing with depression, anxiety, isolation or overwhelm… https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5daff8a13aca646be472587e/404b1806-0e0a-408f-b18c-451bf0e1a1f6/unsplash-image-mUPU0hq6C5c.jpg Welcome - Meet our artists Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5daff8a13aca646be472587e/904a21e5-cc34-46c1-910f-75f2f4aff38e/70411920_2443022095930095_8946686696003469312_o.jpg Welcome - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5daff8a13aca646be472587e/fb802959-8fa0-4231-afd8-e913571ae175/Instagram+Post-5.jpg Welcome - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5daff8a13aca646be472587e/44bd5ec1-5ee0-412f-835f-971ef69379b5/photo-1524601500432-1e1a4c71d692.jpg Welcome - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5daff8a13aca646be472587e/1573566519994-57TLQ2N9QD4N9Y0ISVJB/70539161_2451682775064027_7800801009252433920_o.jpg Welcome - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5daff8a13aca646be472587e/98dac300-8605-4e6f-b5ef-6e2b9dfacd2e/66696181_2400259330206372_4362445381158567936_o.jpg Welcome - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5daff8a13aca646be472587e/1b82b5e7-7844-4e4e-97c8-3c0ae577ab2c/67176911_2405959512969687_4978831496610578432_o.jpg Welcome - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5daff8a13aca646be472587e/1572005425812-MM88BMACYVH64WQ1Y5XY/photo-1474901879171-d6f34b3a99b0.jpg Welcome https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5daff8a13aca646be472587e/1572005427590-XTHAEDV0D0JIOI2IX7XD/photo-1513364776144-60967b0f800f.jpg Welcome https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5daff8a13aca646be472587e/1572005426841-1K25W4K785J8H3DG6PGB/photo-1489760176169-fd3d32805239.jpg Welcome https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5daff8a13aca646be472587e/1572005425980-G0XH3H714WF8XIFC2S3R/photo-1515931838829-dc284bddb069.jpg Welcome https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5daff8a13aca646be472587e/1571848275335-0HC5T9T38MQMIS634O8I/photo-1515931838829-dc284bddb069.jpg Welcome https://www.shine-support.org/creche-team daily 0.75 2023-07-28 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5daff8a13aca646be472587e/1619018001935-IMPP29I8OPFEQHW3QSCK/KatieAlexander.jpeg Creche Team - Katie Alexander - Swindon Shine Katie lives in Swindon with her husband, 16 year old daughter, three dogs and one cat. “I have been part of the Shine creche team since 2019 and absolutely love my job. When I became pregnant with our daughter Molly, I suffered severely with psychosis, OCD and anxiety. Getting to work at Shine I really feel like I can give something back to a fantastic charity. I love being able to help the mums by looking after their little ones while they receive some much needed time and support in such a caring and nurturing environment.” https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5daff8a13aca646be472587e/1619018001935-IMPP29I8OPFEQHW3QSCK/KatieAlexander.jpeg Creche Team - Katie Alexander - Swindon Shine Katie lives in Swindon with her husband, 16 year old daughter, three dogs and one cat. “I have been part of the Shine creche team since 2019 and absolutely love my job. When I became pregnant with our daughter Molly, I suffered severely with psychosis, OCD and anxiety. Getting to work at Shine I really feel like I can give something back to a fantastic charity. 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Please find the links below for donating to your local drop-in… https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5daff8a13aca646be472587e/1572277141326-A8W29LTZ4KYH15403RVM/photo-1511555032926-8e21672aded4.jpg Donate https://www.shine-support.org/further-resources daily 0.75 2025-03-10 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5daff8a13aca646be472587e/1573051985422-2DYUO6U5656MJN2WXPEL/photo-1548536129-4b8e749ae0ac.jpg Further Resources - Explaining depression to your loved ones “I don't feel like the old me and that's scary, but I know there is hope that things will get better…” https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5daff8a13aca646be472587e/1573053039323-T2E9GBSBSWYK9CTZ79GM/photo-1519682337058-a94d519337bc.jpg Further Resources - Reading List Our favourite books to read on depression, mental health, self-care and more… https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5daff8a13aca646be472587e/1574245376673-684CAOZYJYXHX7V5WC4J/66369760_1202785363240979_333818095334326272_n.jpg Further Resources https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5daff8a13aca646be472587e/1573061579069-LXLH3FK10LQY940DWM4F/photo-1547921910-86ea95b33c31.jpg Further Resources - To the Mother Battling Post-natal Depression… You are stronger than you realise… https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5daff8a13aca646be472587e/1573061631612-XILABWYP2GW9O8ARD4PI/photo-1470116945706-e6bf5d5a53ca.jpg Further Resources - Rewind Therapy Any mum who feels they have had a traumatic birth might benefit from rewind therapy. Usually three sessions, it involves working through your birth to make sense of the event and allow you to reconcile it with how you feel now. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5daff8a13aca646be472587e/1574245418449-O7YH7QRRLWLNX0MK7955/14695432_558045644386860_1457434538567511897_n.jpg Further Resources https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5daff8a13aca646be472587e/88a5e60e-1a76-408a-89d3-1840587c5048/unsplash-image-giijfNulwxk.jpg Further Resources - Anxiety & Mothering Courses Practical, sensitive advice on reframing anxiety, coping with mum guilt, health anxiety and mothering the mother, this series of incredible courses are available to Shine mums at a reduced price. Contact Lauraine for more info. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5daff8a13aca646be472587e/1619093777313-8FZLD39C6OFIA6FKWFPT/photo-1460661419201-fd4cecdf8a8b.jpg Further Resources - The Shine Blog Featuring our favourite Shine artists, thoughts on depression and anxiety, advice from other mums, top tips for self-care, our favourite podcasts, articles, stories and more, this is a wonderful space to browse and explore… https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5daff8a13aca646be472587e/1573052015034-9QDWWHDNRGSJJ4ZVWW7I/photo-1528713221337-4c0148dc227c.jpg Further Resources - The Gift of Being Good Enough Why being the perfect mother isn’t always the best thing… https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5daff8a13aca646be472587e/1572279348641-T47SGOD03RP1OBA2OFF1/photo-1497281559858-4ae63e694d04.jpg Further Resources https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5daff8a13aca646be472587e/1573053205682-XX3XTKLYVU2PY0WQQLHG/photo-1514035442256-c6cb3d0cef89.jpg Further Resources - Self-Care Tips Get advice on how to calm yourself during a panic attack and tips for being kind to yourself… https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5daff8a13aca646be472587e/1573730793347-EQLJA773SKLE8MNPZGX7/photo-1538546017299-b9366a12cf06.jpg Further Resources https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5daff8a13aca646be472587e/1572355120907-1T8ME4XWZIJWHOB0PD41/51695124_2298557907043182_3332959123514851328_o.jpg Further Resources - Be inspired… The most magical thing about Shine is the strength that each woman gives to another - and how much braver we all are than we realise. From quotes we love to articles that might help, use this page to feel supported, inspired and uplifted. 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I have seen the organisation grow and flourish over the years and witnessed the impact it has had on the women who have experienced the wonderful groups and all the peer and individual support. The positive energy and kindness are relentless. Women's mental health is something I feel very passionate about and will endeavour to use my many years of knowledge and experience of working and supporting families especially women and children to help this amazing charity. I presently manage the family services of a community charity and I am very involved with the local charity sector. I am also a mum of two teenage children. Being a mum is full of amazing experiences and daily challenges and everyone’s story is different. We regularly put so much pressure on ourselves because we want to be what we think is the best and judge ourselves too much. We don’t always get it right but that is OK and some days getting through is really enough.” https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5daff8a13aca646be472587e/27449a98-e4c7-44e0-a157-43efdbcc5e14/Lynette+Trustee+photo.jpg Our Team - Make it stand out LYNETTE ROBATHAN I became involved with Shine in 2018 after one of my best friends, Sarah, joined the Swindon sessions. Since then,, I’ve volunteered at fundraising events and craft sessions for Shine, which helped me see how invaluable peer support is. In 2021 I gave birth to my second child who was born with a rare genetic disorder, resulting in weeks in and out of hospital, which caused severe anxiety. Not only was I lucky enough to provide support to the mums, they have provided a safe space for me to share my story and help me through the many hurdles too. I am delighted to now be a trustee for such an amazing charity. I am a Mental Health Trainer with Swindon and Gloucestershire Mind, delivering a variety of mental health courses and workshops. I love my job! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5daff8a13aca646be472587e/1619017108042-AVH92HF3J24HW71P7TAV/Rachael%25252525252BLauren%25252525252BDaisy%25252525252BStone%25252525252B-%25252525252BSwindon%25252525252BDrop%25252525252Bin.jpg Our Team - Rachael Stone Swindon Lead Rachel runs our Swindon courses and Swindon drop-ins. She is Mummy to Lily (4) and Archer (1). Her experiences of psychosis and depression threatened to cripple her. But, when she reached out to Shine, everything changed. “Shine has been invaluable. Not just for the therapeutic opportunities and time with other adults without the children, but also the friends I have made, and the advice and support they are able to give.” Email Rachael >> https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5daff8a13aca646be472587e/fa7a0412-8391-4ab4-82c6-4d3856d5b462/Elaf+Cirencester+Creche+photo.jpg Our Team - Elaf Dafallaah Creche team, Cirencester & Swindon After the lockdown I joined the Shine course, feeling isolated and anxious. I enjoyed every minute I spent in shine. I am now an honoured member of shine team in the Cirencester creche. I enjoy working with babies because they represent hope and the future to me. I LOVE watching children grow up. I have Level 2 certificate in teaching assistant, safeguarding, mental health and suicide awareness. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5daff8a13aca646be472587e/d5de0cc9-bfec-40e2-a300-d9cd8af28e08/Jess+Hiles+Dursley+Lead+photo.jpg Our Team - Jess Hiles Creche Lead, Dursley I have been part of team Shine since 2021, as Creche Lead for Dursley. I suffered with PND and anxiety following a very traumatic birth… and Shine was the most amazing thing. It helped me though the toughest time of motherhood. I am Level 3 qualified in early years I have been working in childcare 16 years, I also have experience with Special educational needs and disabilities, safeguarding, first aid, Peer support, mental health and suicide awareness.I live with my husband and our two wonderful daughters. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5daff8a13aca646be472587e/3dfb82b4-dd5e-4f02-93c9-1cbb649a6cc8/Shine+Swindon+Creche+Team%2C+Christchurch+Community+Centre.jpg Our Team - Swindon Creche Thursday Group Elaf, Holly, Bethy, Bella and Kellie https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5daff8a13aca646be472587e/95260165-867e-4b54-a5b3-1061b7c83c7b/BeckyK7.jpg Our Team - Becky Kimberley BECKY KIMBERLY “I am a community artist and experienced practitioner with lived experience of anxiety and postnatal depression. I also run several Shine workshops, including collage, journalling and making beeswax wraps. My focus is always on encouraging openness and creativity in a warm and inspiring environment, with a focus on healing. I love bringing wellness and personal confidence to the group through mixed-media creative-play and curiosity, and am very proud to support Shine through all the amazing work that it does for mothers.” https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5daff8a13aca646be472587e/4da99eea-e317-4a35-873e-dd1fb438bbfa/RebekahDursley.jpg Our Team - Rebekah Cox Dursely Lead I found becoming a mum incredibly difficult and isolating and I struggled with depression and anxiety. Being part of Shine was a vital part of my recovery. Not only was it a lifeline to have that pocket of time to myself to be creative each week, but it gave me a space to be open and honest about how I was feeling and it also provided community. I feel honoured to now be able to support other mums on their journey. 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I want to give mums real support that makes a difference.” Email Lauraine >> https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5daff8a13aca646be472587e/1619019088120-AUPQPE33867X6Q03QUJL/Karen%252BDonoher%252BCreche%252BPic.jpg Our Team - Karen Donoher Creche Team, Cirencester “I have been part of team Shine since 2015. I live in Cheltenham with my two children Bobbie (15) and Emily (11). I have worked in the field of childcare for roughly 25 years. Shine is such a special place. I feel very fortunate to be part of such a nurturing support group and to work alongside dedicated and warm-hearted people. I am truly committed to the crèche and to forming a positive, calm, caring and supportive environment. Where the little ones (& big ones) can learn, grow and shine.” https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5daff8a13aca646be472587e/15f79543-f3f8-45aa-9815-8a01f4a2588e/Fran+Embleton+Smith.jpg Our Team - Fran Embleton-Smith FRAN EMBLETON SMITH “I have known Shine since its beginning and have seen its positive and sometimes transformative effect on the many mums it has supported. I am impressed by the passion of the team to make such a difference through the gentle approach of therapeutic arts and creating networks of support. I am delighted to be part of Shine as a trustee. I led a local community charity, which worked with families and children, for 17 years. I am a qualified teacher and before having my family (I have 3 grown up children) I worked with young people.” https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5daff8a13aca646be472587e/d7d73650-e803-4ebe-bad9-4989f8021d08/IMG_4681.jpg Our Team - Swindon Creche Monday Group Bella, Holly, Laura, Hana, Kellie https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5daff8a13aca646be472587e/597061a2-eb7a-45b5-af0d-38a51fee3a75/Claire+O%27Loughlin+Shine+Trustee+photo.jpg Our Team - Amber Powell CLAIRE O’LOUGHLIN I’ve been a teacher for over 20 years and a mum to two gorgeous girls. I’ve been working as a Shine volunteer for over a year, having been through the programme myself when I was struggling with severe anxiety & depression with my second child. My daughter was older than 1 by the time I realised I needed help so I am passionate about helping Mums at all stages, from little ones to toddlers & beyond. I enjoy being able to hold a light & extend a hand to those caught in the awful mire of post natal depression. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5daff8a13aca646be472587e/5947d8ed-c8eb-4684-8edb-9dab7f2bf600/unsplash-image-MzSqFPLo8CE.jpg Our Team - Kirsty Griffiths Gloucester Lead Coming soon Email Kirsty >> https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5daff8a13aca646be472587e/1619019249084-PBX07LGUHQPQQYF1Q2G9/Val%252BClive%252BCreche%252Bpic%252B%2525281%252529.jpg Our Team - Val Clive Creche Lead, Cirencester “I am a qualified nursery nurse, married with three grown-up, independent children. I have many years experience of working with children ranging from hospital work in both maternity and children’s wards and more than 20 years in a pre-school setting. I absolutely love working for Shine at both the Crèche and the drop-in sessions in Cirencester, helping out with the little ones and supporting the mums.” https://www.shine-support.org/emily-story daily 0.75 2019-10-30 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5daff8a13aca646be472587e/1572432892731-OQLUAUDF4MLUTTSKNV98/photo-1516362543167-b3a9f77a89df.jpg Emily Story - Emily’s Story It Wasn’t Supposed To Be Like This: One mother describes her incredible journey from suicidal thoughts to deep joy and self-worth… https://www.shine-support.org/victoria-story daily 0.75 2019-10-30 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5daff8a13aca646be472587e/1572432734761-0YECLEFRDDQX44GZYXGE/image-asset.jpeg Victoria Story https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5daff8a13aca646be472587e/1572432615882-V41HJ0VXH2DT7ZH75BUY/photo-1447688812233-3dbfff862778.jpg Victoria Story - Victoria’s Story Learning to live with crippling, terrifying OCD, taking back control and finding the joy in new life… https://www.shine-support.org/emma-story daily 0.75 2019-10-30 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5daff8a13aca646be472587e/1572432953136-V6EZ7DQ9TRFX0H392QBS/photo-1511608170515-b4557034155c.jpg Emma Story - Emma’s Story… The Black Fog of PND: One mother talks about going from sleep deprivation, twins and crushing depression to hope and embracing the things that try to break us… https://www.shine-support.org/rebecca-story daily 0.75 2019-10-30 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5daff8a13aca646be472587e/1572433212712-Z6JI31TEKHUCF635917Z/photo-1422544834386-d121ef7c6ea8.jpg Rebecca Story - Rebecca’s Story A mother remembers how from the depths of OCD and anxiety, friendship, support and pride in herself made all the difference… https://www.shine-support.org/treatment-support daily 0.75 2019-11-14 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5daff8a13aca646be472587e/1573583514215-7VTR3JF1FBC0G41NM5YU/37631597_2155782391320735_8975453648217702400_n.jpg Treatment & Support - Treatment & Support Most mothers recover fully from depression, anxiety, OCD, psychosis and PTSD, with the right treatment and support. 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You can take this in a travel mug with you to have at work as part of breakfast or as a snack. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5daff8a13aca646be472587e/1644425554706-V128Y6I13T8XY81UDE0P/unsplash-image-oD7H_J-vJm4.jpg Recipes - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5daff8a13aca646be472587e/05d6760c-75bd-4a0f-b724-e2efb7d1a73c/unsplash-image-0T1prOnvvQg.jpg Recipes - Chocolate & Beetroot Brownies 3oz/75grms coconut butter 9oz 70% cocoa chocolate (the darker the chocolate the more bitter the taste of the brownies) 4 eggs 3 ½ oz of ground almonds 3 cooked beetroots ½ tsp of cinnamon ½ tsp of baking powder 3oz broken walnut pieces 2 tbsp of flaked almonds 1. Light oven gas 5/elec 160’C. Grease and line a 12 x 8 square tin with parchment paper. 2. Put the chocolate and coconut butter in a pan and heat gently until the chocolate melts. Do not overheat or boil. 3. In a food processor blend the beetroot and eggs until smooth. 4. In a bowl add the ground almonds, cinnamon and baking powder. Stir in the chocolate mixture, and egg mixture and mix till smooth. Stir in the walnuts. 5. Pour the mixture into the cake tin and sprinkle over the flaked almonds. Bake 20-25mins till springy to the touch. 6. Leave to cool in the tin, then remove and cut into bars. Will keep for up to 4 days in a tin or freeze. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5daff8a13aca646be472587e/8933a6f6-1247-462c-9bf9-88f387c463cc/unsplash-image-q1xq3nJCjxY.jpg Recipes - Stewed Apple & Pear Stew apples and pears with some cinnamon and a small amount of maple syrup. You can freeze this in small portions (or it will keep in the fridge for about four days) you can have this in a pot with some natural yoghurt and some nuts or seeds if you wanted some additional protein (although this isn’t essential). https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5daff8a13aca646be472587e/6b0a898e-c0e6-41c5-bc7e-3e5692f08673/unsplash-image-ErOdIrDA6b0.jpg Recipes - Raspberry & Buckwheat Slice 200g/7oz of raspberries 150g/5oz of cashew nuts 225g/8oz of buckwheat flakes 125g/4 ½ oz of dried dates 1 tsp of vanilla essence 125g/4 ½ oz of coconut butter 1. Preheat the oven 190’C/gas 5. Grease and line an 8” square shallow tin. 2. Process the nuts to form a fine powder, add the buckwheat and process again got break it down. Put the ingredients into a bowl. 3. Put the dates, coconut butter, vanilla essence and process till smooth. Add to the dry ingredients and work together to form a crumbly dough. 4. Press ½ of the dough into the base of the tin. Mash the raspberries and spread over the mixture. Top with the remaining mixture and press into the tin lightly 5. Bake for 25mins till golden. Cool in the tin and cut into 12 slices. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5daff8a13aca646be472587e/1645557900998-QSR16ZP7V4JD072JP6CC/unsplash-image-Y-VDI9vQS3M.jpg Recipes - In the shops… If you want to buy something from the shop Graze bars and trek bars can be on the lower side of sugar or having a few handfuls of dried fruit can take the edge off cravings. They do still contain sugar but can be a good option to have instead of chocolate. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5daff8a13aca646be472587e/d1e56d03-d705-4f33-b9a0-df79940d9842/unsplash-image-42cP15Ajiuk.jpg Recipes - Banana Muesli Protein Bars 3 large ripe bananas mashed 300 grms of low sugar muesli (I use the Tesco ones as it has lots of oats in to absorb the liquid) 3 tablespoons olive oil 2 tablespoons honey 2 scoops of protein powder Simply mix the ingredients together – it should become quite sticky. Press this into a lined baking tray and cook for about 15 – 20 minutes on 180. Take the tray out and cut into 8 or 12 slices depending on the size of the tin used. You can freeze these in slices and get one out each morning to take to work with you. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5daff8a13aca646be472587e/9699283f-ab6e-4f15-98f7-341f956b4640/unsplash-image-4N0dLUmdLAY.jpg Recipes - Seeded Protein Bars 225g/8oz of pitted dates Juice and zest of 3 lemons 115g/4oz of nut butter or tahini 60g/2oz of coconut butter 150g/5oz of oats 150g/5oz buckwheat flakes 50g/2oz of protein powder 30g/1oz of both pumpkin seeds and sunflower seeds 30g/1oz coconut oil 1 tblsps of ground flaxseeds ½ tsp bicarbonate of soda 1. Preheat oven 190’C /gas 5, line an 8x12” tray bake tin. 2. Place dates, lemon juice, zest, nut butter and coconut oil in a food processor and process to a thick paste. 3. Mix the date mixture with the dry ingredients and mix well. 4. Place in the tin and smooth down firmly. 5. Bake 20-25mins till golden, cool in the tin then cut into 15 slices. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5daff8a13aca646be472587e/f781983c-d57a-499f-be54-26669d980873/unsplash-image-q-RyWM8uYwY.jpg Recipes - Simple Lunches If you are at home, other quick options could be a piece of whole meal toast with some nut butter or hummus on it or freezing the berry smoothie (recipe below) to make it into an ice cream. Instead of using the berries, you can use banana and cashew nuts – blitz these with the other smoothie ingredients to make an alternative, and if you are freezing it for ice cream you can also add in some dark chocolate chunks too! . https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5daff8a13aca646be472587e/1645559374531-WAIJM2EO683RTHWJFW4J/unsplash-image-qrGOHARlvAA.jpg Recipes - Banana Pancakes 1 medium ripe banana mashed two eggs mixed 2 tablespoons of flour. Method Simply cook them as you would normal pancakes (make them as small thick pancakes not the large flat ones) you can eat these cold with some nut butter. 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themselves in the past, ensuring this is a really safe, protective and understanding environment… https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5daff8a13aca646be472587e/bbd4252a-96e1-410f-a5fe-0558fcd50459/unsplash-image-mUPU0hq6C5c.jpg Creative Therapy (Old page) - Swindon: North Swindon Abbeymeads Church, 4 Elstree Way, SN25 4YX Free parking; bus links close by. Monday: 12-2pm https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5daff8a13aca646be472587e/1572352664068-PLV27UQEOXMYKUBUE918/62603114_2379733015592337_4254007936654770176_o.jpg Creative Therapy (Old page) - Dursley: Kingshill House Kingshill House Art Centre, Kingshill Lane GL11 4BZ Free Parking Tuesdays: 10:30am -12:30pm https://www.shine-support.org/swindon daily 0.75 2025-02-28 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5daff8a13aca646be472587e/0c0ebc2d-168d-4564-a261-5cb7f693be92/70539161_2451682775064027_7800801009252433920_o.jpg Swindon - Shine in Swindon Child-free time for creativity and sharing your experiences in a safe environment… https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5daff8a13aca646be472587e/1619017046511-LCJ4P4VQ1XAMNKVDHKJK/Rachael%252525252BLauren%252525252BDaisy%252525252BStone%252525252B-%252525252BSwindon%252525252BDrop%252525252Bin.jpg Swindon - Rachael, Swindon Project Lead Rachel runs our Swindon courses and Swindon drop-ins. She is Mummy to Lily (4) and Archer (1). Rachael has lived experiences of psychosis and depression, which she says threatened to cripple her. But, when she reached out to Shine, everything changed. “Shine has been invaluable. Not just for the therapeutic opportunities and time with other adults without the children, but also the friends I have made, and the advice and support they are able to give.” https://www.shine-support.org/cirencester daily 0.75 2025-11-06 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5daff8a13aca646be472587e/2f872b3c-0193-4890-910a-6b619778f111/unsplash-image-MwYWBv1Arpw.jpg Cirencester - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5daff8a13aca646be472587e/1573583214944-YQI2G8FPJJSYRJ46V92I/66696181_2400259330206372_4362445381158567936_o.jpg Cirencester - Shine in Cirencester Child-free time for creativity and sharing your experiences in a safe environment… https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5daff8a13aca646be472587e/0eb849d7-0bc7-4664-bd4e-7aa139ef1602/Harpreet+Snowden+-+Cirencester+Drop+In+Lead.jpg Cirencester - Harpreet Snowden Cirencester Drop-In Lead I am a mother to my 16-month-old son, Rohan. After his birth, I experienced significant postpartum depression and anxiety. Fortunately, Shine came to my rescue, helping me connect with other mothers facing similar challenges. I am deeply passionate about supporting fellow moms, particularly through art therapy and crafts. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5daff8a13aca646be472587e/129bfaa2-7d79-47a4-9682-fddc35f3f8bf/Bethany+Davis+Drop+In+Play+Facilitator.jpg Cirencester - Bethany Davis Drop-In Play Facilitator I am a proud mother to Oscar and Florence. I have faced various mental health challenges, including postnatal depression. I feel incredibly fortunate to have found the support and guidance from Shine. The workshops and drop-ins offered a judgment-free environment that was so comforting, and I looked forward to them every week. I now feel privileged to be a part of leading Cirencester Drop-In. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5daff8a13aca646be472587e/8a587bf8-43cb-4776-a668-e8abd3783852/IMG_4679.jpg Cirencester - Lauraine Cheesman Founder & Cirencester Lead Lauraine founded Shine after experiencing extreme postnatal depression following the birth of her daughter. She deals with all fundraising and continues to run the courses in Cirencester. “I fought PND like a warrior,” she says. “Now, I have grabbed that positivity and poured it into Shine. I want to give mums real support that makes a difference.” https://www.shine-support.org/gloucester daily 0.75 2025-08-15 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5daff8a13aca646be472587e/40996228-3ed7-4323-8e74-a930780a030a/Hannah_Garrett_Pic.jpg Gloucester - Hannah Garrett Drop-In Lead I struggled with postnatal depression after the birth of my eldest and anxiety around the birth of my youngest. When I found myself at Shine, listening to other mums talking about their struggles, I suddenly didn't feel alone or broken anymore. Everyone had told me how amazing having a baby was. But no one really talked about the harder feelings; the tiredness, the mum-guilt, the feeling of losing your previous life. Shine allowed us all to be honest and to heal together, alongside other mums on the same journey; acknowledging the changes and our new feelings, and finding ourselves again. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5daff8a13aca646be472587e/203a120c-7101-4514-8c39-1bf57d57188c/Tracey.jpg Gloucester - Tracie Play Facilitator I’m a mum who is a passionate play worker, and I love bringing joy and creativity to children. With experience as a teaching assistant, I also work in a primary school. My background in floristry, and I am also a watercolour artist, which enhances my ability to believe in the power of creative play in early childhood education. I'm so pleased to be supporting women experiencing postnatal depression, after my own experiences. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5daff8a13aca646be472587e/1740737706206-9V1V1VB4CIO4DRFJOTP7/unsplash-image-MzSqFPLo8CE.jpg Gloucester - Kirsty Griffiths Gloucester Lead https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5daff8a13aca646be472587e/54a4d415-de47-4069-925f-7cf071fb00f4/dmitry-ganin-kT7vde8SsUw-unsplash.jpg Gloucester - Make it stand out “Amazing things happen when women help other women.” https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5daff8a13aca646be472587e/2e06514d-9840-40eb-b4d4-5f5abf13f93b/70411920_2443022095930095_8946686696003469312_o.jpg Gloucester - Shine in Gloucester Creative sessions and peer support on our courses and our weekly drop-ins… https://www.shine-support.org/dropins daily 0.75 2024-05-14 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5daff8a13aca646be472587e/1572352543130-PMVGUHKVDKSWEWIKRDWJ/36892518_2142875065944801_5532440579062890496_o.jpg Drop-ins - Shine drop-ins Informal, welcoming and supportive group sessions in Swindon and Gloucester, for mothers wanting to reach out and find support from others going through similar feelings of isolation, anxiety, uncertainty or sadness… https://www.shine-support.org/dursley daily 0.75 2025-03-10 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5daff8a13aca646be472587e/1b82b5e7-7844-4e4e-97c8-3c0ae577ab2c/67176911_2405959512969687_4978831496610578432_o.jpg Dursley - Shine in Dursley Child-free time for creativity and sharing your experiences in a safe environment… https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5daff8a13aca646be472587e/45db6ba6-12bc-4565-8cdf-71c902af8691/Jess+Hiles+Dursley+Lead+photo.jpg Dursley - Jess Hiles Creche Lead After my youngest daughter was born I suffered with PND and anxiety following a very traumatic birth… this is when I was referred to Shine. Shine was the most amazing thing that helped me so much though the toughest time of motherhood. I am level 3 qualified in early years I have been working in childcare 16years, I also have experience with Special educational needs and disabilities, safeguarding, first aid, Peer support, mental health and suicide awareness. I live with my husband and our two wonderful daughters. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5daff8a13aca646be472587e/4ca2655b-078f-4a96-bf18-ea04c5b058ba/RebekahDursley.jpg Dursley - Rebekah Cox Dursley Lead Originally from London and not having any friends or family in the area, I found becoming a mummy to Leo (4) and Taron (1) incredibly difficult and isolating and I struggled with depression and anxiety. Being part of Shine was a vital part of my recovery. There are so many ways Shine helped me. Not only was it a lifeline to have that pocket of time to myself to be creative each week, but it gave me a space to be open and honest about how I was feeling and it also provided community. I feel honoured to now be able to support other mums on their journey. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5daff8a13aca646be472587e/1740736399506-GWNESQ06J5KTM846M4ZP/unsplash-image-v6paCr9V6kM.jpg Dursley - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.shine-support.org/request-moksha daily 0.75 2025-04-23 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/57bf309d46c3c410fdf9cc34/1487777772741-P50TXT95V4Z8ZIV2RZOZ/Aro-Ha_0348.jpg Request