UK Support Groups, Charities and Companies Directory
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Across the UK, there are many charities, support groups and organisations dedicated to helping parents and families through pregnancy, birth, early parenthood, and beyond. Whether you’re seeking emotional support, practical advice, or guidance on your rights at work, the right help is out there.
This directory brings together trusted charities and organisations so you can quickly find the support that best fits your needs. From helplines you can call today to networks offering ongoing advice, each of these groups is here to ensure you don’t have to face challenges alone.
Fertility
Miscarriage
Birth Trauma
Neonatal Births (Premature/Sick Babies)
Breastfeeding Support
Sleep Support
Postnatal Depression/Perinatal Mental Health
Child Bereavement
Workplace Support for Parents
Navigating work while pregnant, on parental leave, or returning afterwards can bring challenges, from understanding your rights to dealing with unfair treatment. No parent should face this alone.
These organisations offer free advice, legal guidance, and campaigning support to make sure you’re treated fairly at work and know the protections available to you.
Maternity Action
Provides free, specialist advice on maternity and parental rights, including redundancy, unfair dismissal, and changes to your role.
Pregnant Then Screwed
Campaigns for parents’ rights and offers free legal advice on discrimination, unfair dismissal, and flexible working requests.
Working Families
Helps parents understand their rights around flexible working, role changes, and managing work alongside caring responsibilities.
Acas
Offers impartial advice on workplace disputes, redundancy, and rights for pregnant employees and new parents.
Equality Advisory & Support Service
Gives confidential guidance on discrimination linked to pregnancy, maternity, or parental leave.
Equality and Human Rights Commission
Ensures legal protections are upheld, particularly around redundancy or unfair dismissal during pregnancy or maternity leave.
GOV.UK
(Employment Rights)
Provides official government information on your legal rights while pregnant or on parental leave.
Citizens Advice
Offers free, confidential advice on employment issues, including maternity and parental rights, redundancy, and discrimination at work.
