This downloadable handbook, developed through the Birmingham Start for Life and Family Hubs Programme in partnership with Birmingham and Solihull Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust, is a free and practical resource for parents of young children and the professionals who support them. Written by clinical psychologist Michelle Cree, it introduces the Compassionate Mind Approach in an accessible, step-by-step format that can be used individually or in group sessions.
Packed with reflective exercises, practical strategies, and clear explanations, the handbook helps parents build calm, confidence, and emotional resilience in the vital early years. A digital copy is available to download above and via the BSMHFT perinatal mental health resources page.
