Please support me as I tackle a whopping 26.2 miles as part of the Virtual London Marathon, all to raise money for the vital work of Acacia Family Support!Acacia offers help to mums and families who are suffering from pre and post-natal depression and anxiety. We offer support through one-to-one befriending, group work sessions using CBT, telephone support and help in the home.

Acacia has been a huge part in my journey in coping with post-natal depression. For such a long time I ignored all my symptoms, and it wasn’t until I hit breaking point I sought help. After a GP referral Acacia we’re fantastic, and through being able to share how I was feeling I have been able to identify triggers for my anxiety and discover so many coping strategies.

On October 2nd I will be running in the Cardiff half marathon, then heading back out to run another 13 miles! I am definitely not a runner so this will certainly be a challenge.

Here is a quote from one of our mums who used our service:I owe Acacia my life, as without them I dont think I would have coped. By sharing my feelings and thoughts, I wasnt alone. Acacia was the best thing that happened to me and I truly thank them from the bottom of my heart. They gave me my life back.£10 pays for a mum or dad to receive telephone support£25 pays for a family to receive some practical support at home. £50 pays for a mum or dad to receive some one-to-one befriending sessions.£100 pays for a mum to attend a group work course£250 pays for a mum's entire journey with Acacia.