Directories of local support groups

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Directories of local support groups

Please update your RDS mobile app to version 4.7.1

We are pleased to advise that deep linking capability, enabling users to directly download individual mobile toolkits, has now been released on the RDS mobile app. When you install the update, you will see that each toolkit has a small QR code icon the header area beside the search icon – see screenshot below. Clicking on this icon will open up a window with a full-size QR code and the alternative of a short URL for sharing with users. Instructions are provided.

You may need to actively install the update to install RDS app version 4.7.1 to see this improvement. Installing this update is also strongly recommended to get the full benefits of the new contingency arrangements – specifically, that if the RDS website should fail, you will still be able to download new mobile app toolkits.

To check your current RDS version, click on the three dots bottom right of the RDS app screen. This takes you to a “More” page where you will see the version number. To install latest updates:

On iPhones – go to the Apple store, click on your profile icon top right, scroll down to see the apps waiting to be updated and update the RDS app.

On Android phones – these can vary, but try going to the Google Play store, click on your profile icon top right, click on “Manage apps and device”, select and update the RDS app.

Please get in touch with ann.wales3@nhs.scot with any questions.

Inspiring Scotland directory

This is a list of voluntary or third-sector organisations across Scotland that work with women or birthing parents and their families during and after pregnancy.

Maternal Mental Health Alliance

The Maternal Mental Health Alliance (MMHA) is a network of over 120 organisations that provide care and support for parents and families, including national organisations offering online or telephone support.

PANDAS

PND Awareness and Support (PANDAS) help to support and advise any parent who has a perinatal mental illness. They run a free helpline 0808 1961 776. The website has a directory of local support groups.

Fathers Network Scotland

Fathers Network Scotland have a directory of dad-friendly services and signposting to local organisations for dads.