Mum Map Support & Services
Tap a category below to see local supports and services for mums. Phone numbers, emails and websites are all clickable.
Pregnancy, Birth & Early Parenthood+
Nicole O’Kelly — Birth Doula & Pre & Postnatal Yoga Teacher
Personalised support and preparation through pregnancy, birth and postpartum.
Jenni Garvey — Carving Your Path Wellness Services
Birth doula supporting women through pregnancy, birth and the transition into motherhood. Offering holistic birth preparation, pregnancy yoga, Mother Blessings, circles, workshops and community support in Sligo.
Pauline McLoughlin IBCLC — Lactation Consultant & Birth Trauma Resolution Therapist
Professional breastfeeding and infant feeding support, from preparation to problem-solving of feeding issues. Birth trauma resolution therapy to help debrief, resolve and restore following traumatic experiences at any point in the fertility, pregnancy, birth or postpartum period.
Full Circle Health
Holistic women’s-health clinic in Sligo offering yoga, pregnancy yoga, acupuncture for pregnancy, pre-birth and postpartum, as well as women’s health and fertility.
Mama Cares Doula
Postpartum doula support for new mums in Sligo and surrounding areas: home-based care, infant feeding help, emotional and practical support.
Mamogs — Michelle Doherty (Postpartum Doula & IAIM Baby Massage Instructor)
Offering home postpartum packages, baby massage classes, training, troubleshooting consultations and monthly Bump & Baby meet-ups.
Still Point
Craniosacral therapy supporting mum and baby through pregnancy and post birth. Mother & baby programme; baby massage classes; postnatal yoga, somatics & lunch; pregnancy yoga sanctuary; mother & birth wisdom circles; 1:1 doula care; maternal movement classes.
The Postnatal Hub
Postnatal care for mothers and babies, including full mother-and-baby checks, breastfeeding support, birth reflections and referrals as needed. Telephone support is available Monday to Friday.
Sarah McGowan Physiotherapy
Offering pregnancy and postnatal rehab.
Finding Fitness
Local trainer offering prenatal/postnatal programmes, including ‘baby-fit’ sessions where you can bring your baby.
Kindred Studios
Prenatal & postnatal yoga, parent & baby classes, women’s circles and community support for mothers on their journey.
Salt & Soul Yoga Studio
Mum & Baby yoga and mindful wellbeing classes to support connection, strength and calm in motherhood.
Cuidiú
Breastfeeding and parent support, offering local groups, one-to-one support and telephone help.
Sarah Timlin Pilates
Postnatal Pilates — a supportive space for mums to move, feel stronger and care for themselves.
Crushe Fitness
Supportive postnatal strength classes designed for mums who are ready to rebuild strength, improve core and pelvic-floor function, and regain confidence after pregnancy and birth.
Space to Breathe
Doula and birth support, birth preparation and antenatal packages. Prenatal/postnatal yoga and mindfulness support for mothers, plus a ‘Calm in the Chaos’ mindfulness course.
Connection & Mental Wellbeing+
Social Prescribing
Connects adults experiencing loneliness, isolation, stress or wellbeing needs with local, non-medical community supports and activities to build connections, learn new skills and improve health. Activities include exercise groups, creative arts, gardening and support networks.
Sligo Central Library
Breastfeeding-friendly library. Toddle Time Storytime is a free, regular event for babies and toddlers (ages 0–4) held on Friday mornings at 10am.
Parent & Toddler Group Directory
A directory of local parent and toddler groups across Sligo.
The ImagiNation
A playful, immersive role-play experience for toddlers, preschool and early-primary children, including a baby and grown-up area.
Baby Sensory® Northwest
Award-winning, research-based parent-and-baby classes. Expertly structured, immersive sessions combining developmental science with meaningful parent–baby connection through sensory play. Suitable for babies aged 6 weeks–13 months.
Maia Purposeful Play
Purposeful, open-ended play sessions for toddlers and pre-schoolers, carefully designed to support holistic development and wellbeing in a calm and welcoming environment.
Solace Café
A free, out-of-hours, non-clinical mental health support space for anyone in the Sligo/Leitrim area aged 18 and over. A welcoming, non-judgmental and calm setting for adults experiencing a mental health crisis, feeling emotionally overwhelmed, or supporting someone else facing mental health difficulties.
GROW Mental Health
National, community-based charity offering free peer-support groups and a structured 12-step recovery programme to help people manage mental health challenges, stress, anxiety and life struggles in a confidential, non-judgmental setting.
North West STOP
Free, confidential counselling and suicide-prevention support for individuals and families. A volunteer-led community service offering support for stress, loss, bereavement and emotional wellbeing.
Samaritans
A confidential emotional support service for anyone experiencing distress, loneliness, anxiety, depression or thoughts of suicide. Trained volunteers provide a non-judgemental listening service 24 hours a day through the free helpline.
IIDALA
1:1 parenting counselling for mums — emotional regulation, communication and mindful, presence-based parenting — plus online groups PAUSE, PLAY and RHYTHM, all including gentle SOURCE Breathwork (rebirthing-style).
Turning Tide Occupational Therapy
Women’s mental health occupational therapy, supporting mums through pregnancy, postpartum and motherhood with compassionate, practical and personalised support.
Ardú
Maternal peer support in Sligo, organising sea dips, walks and meetups for mums to share experiences and reduce isolation.
Baby Bloom Classes North West
Nurturing baby development classes designed to support your baby’s growth while helping parents build confidence, connection and community.
Family Support+
NW Cornerstone Open Access
Walk-in service, open three mornings per week, giving advice and information on family-related matters, entitlements and welfare issues, in addition to food for those in need.
Family Resource Centres
A community-based service supporting families, parents and carers in Sligo. The centres offer parenting supports, family programmes, community activities and information on local services, with a focus on wellbeing and connection.
Sligo County Childcare Committee
Support and information on childcare options, ECCE/NCS/Childminding schemes and early-learning supports, plus connecting parents with various supports through the parent hub.
Parent Hub Sligo-Leitrim-West Cavan
An online resource connecting parents and guardians with local family supports, events and parenting programmes across Sligo, Leitrim and West Cavan.
Young Parents Support Programme (YPSP)
Free support for young people who are pregnant or parenting.
Lifestart Supporting Parents (LSP)
A free, home-based parenting support service for all first-time parents in the region, from birth to 3 years. LSP also supports parenting for children up to 5 years where an additional support need is identified (such as nutrition, toilet learning or routines) and facilitates parenting programmes in the community.
Family Carers Ireland
Supports family carers through information, advocacy, training, local support services and guidance to help them care with confidence.
Specialist Support+
DVAS
Free, confidential support for women experiencing domestic abuse. DVAS offers emotional support, safety planning and advocacy around housing, legal and practical needs.
Diversity Sligo
Helps asylum seekers and refugees settle into life in Sligo, providing practical information, advice, advocacy and a variety of services to support individuals and families.
Sligo Traveller Support Group
Supports Traveller mothers and families through advice, education and community activities. Offers parenting support, health programmes and a welcoming space to connect with others and celebrate Traveller culture.
Down Syndrome Ireland – Sligo Branch
Local volunteer-led branch offering information, peer support and social activities for families. Parents and guardians meet regularly in local coffee shops for informal support and connection.
MABS Sligo (Money Advice & Budgeting Service)
Free, confidential and independent help with debt and money management.
Sligo Rape Crisis & Sexual Abuse Counselling Centre
Confidential counselling and support for anyone aged 3+ affected by sexual violence.
Women’s Aid – National 24-Hour Helpline
Support, information and referrals for women experiencing domestic abuse.
GIRL Health Clinic – Sligo
Specialist women’s health clinic offering expert-led care in gynaecology, pregnancy, menopause, wellness and lifestyle medicine, with a personalised and compassionate approach to women’s wellbeing.