The Light Team
Peer Support Workers
Leah
I have been a dental nurse for 11 years, but recently decided to join the Light team as I am very passionate about pre and postnatal mental health.
I suffered with postnatal depression with my second child and understand the ups and downs of being a mum and the pressures that come with it.
I love listening to each individual and offering support and advice.
I am constantly learning and striving to be better by attending different courses and learning from all you amazing mums and dads. Outside of work I mainly spend it entertaining my two boys or trying to have a hot cup of coffee.
Tina
Mental health, both during and after pregnancy, is something I am passionate about. Having my own, lived experience of post natal depression and anxiety means I am able to empathise with the parents I support, and offer a listening ear, free of judgement, in a safe space.
I provide both one-to-one, and group support, and love that Light are able to offer this vital service to our users.
Being a part of the Light team is like being a part of a family, and I adore my ‘job’.
You are never alone, and though we can sometimes find ourselves in some dark places, Light is here to carry you through.
Georgia
I am a mum to two girls age 6 and 3.
After the birth of my second daughter during the pandemic, my anxiety hit an all-time high due to the of lack of autonomy and control during the latter parts of both pregnancies and my second birth.
Through this lived experience, I am able to empathise with parents and 100% see the true value the support of charities like Light offer.
I am truly passionate about mental health support and being able to help others feel slightly less alone is something I’m incredibly grateful for.
Rukhsana
I am a mother of three young children.
I understand how valuable it is to have that support in the perinatal period. I’m very passionate about mental health and supporting women through tough times in their lives.
I know language and culture can be a barrier to seek help. I am fluent in Urdu and Punjabi and I also understand other cultures through voluntary work I do.
I want to use my experience to contribute towards making a positive difference.
Bronwyn
I am a mum to a son and daughter. I first came to Light as a service user after I had my daughter seven years ago.
I found the peer support groups a life saver in my darkest time.
I’m so passionate about support for women in the perinatal period and I feel privileged to be in the position to give back to a charity that helped me through such a horrible time in my life and to show other women that you can get through these tough times.
Keeley
I am a mother of two children and have my own lived experience of challenges with perinatal mental health. After having a traumatic birth with my eldest child during the pandemic, I referred myself to Light during my second pregnancy for support. The peer support I received from Light was amazing during my second pregnancy and postnatally. I feel grateful for the opportunity to give something back to a charity that comforted me through difficult times, and I am extremely passionate about supporting others in their perinatal journey.
Peer Support Coordinators
Josanne
I have been involved with Light since 2014 when my youngest child was born, initially as a mum at group receiving support.
I went on to volunteer and then became a paid employee as a volunteer coordinator, recruiting volunteers who are passionate to help others through the difficult times by sharing their lived experiences.
I am passionate about peer support as I know first-hand the positive impact it makes. In my previous roles have I coordinated services for children and families experiencing life limiting illness and disability.
Sarah
I have worked for Light for just over two years. I have my own son and personal experience with perinatal metal health and the reality of parenting.
My previous roles have included working in family care and mental health crisis support.
I am responsible for managing all referrals that come to Light and ensuring the support is put into place for the families who register.
I am passionate about the work we do here at Light and feel honoured to work closely with families to achieve positive change.
Ruchika
My journey with Light started when my son was 4 months old and I received support.
I realised the importance of maternal mental health and the value of lived experience in supporting other mums, so I joined Light as a volunteer in February 2025. I went on to join as a paid peer support worker, providing group and one to one support.
In November 2025, I became a peer support co ordinator for the family hubs in Sheffield. I am passionate about perinatal mental health and peer support. I want any mum wo might be struggling with being a new parent to know they are not alone.
I can communicate in Hindi, Punjabi and Urdu.
