a creative community for young mothers
BLOSSOM IS FOR BLACK AND GLOBAL MAJORITY YOUNG MUMS AGE 15-25, BASED IN LEWISHAM AND SOUTHWARK. We understand that Young Mums can feel isolated, overlooked or excluded from traditional services. We create welcoming spaces where young mums can connect with other mums, express themselves, explore creativity, build confidence and discover new opportunities — with their babies welcome too.
Connect. Create. Conversate. Blossom.
Because young motherhood can feel lonely.
Young mums are often expected to navigate motherhood while figuring out their own identity, relationships, education, work, wellbeing and future.
Blossom creates spaces where you don't have to choose between being a mum and being yourself.
You can be both.
Driven by Purpose
Because every young mum deserves a space to belong, be heard and blossom.
Our work has been supported through partnerships with cultural, community and youth organisations.
COVO SPACE- peckham
Our Space to Bloom Sessions are held at the COVO Space in Peckham.
Here mum’s can meet us for one to one support. Whether its to vent, write, budget, or look over your CV, these sessions are for mums who want to connect individually.
Who We Are
Blossom is a safe, welcoming and inclusive space for young mums who need emotional support, practical help, and a community that understands them. We support mothers aged 14–25, offering free, confidential guidance in a non-judgemental environment that centres compassion, creativity and connection.
Why We Exist
Being a young mum can be joyful — but it can also be isolating, overwhelming, and full of barriers.
Too many young mothers feel judged, unseen, or unsure where to turn for help.
We’re here to change that.
We believe every young mum deserves to feel empowered, supported and respected.
Everything we offer is built to help young mums feel more confident, connected and in control.
Our Approach
We are guided by:
Warmth and empathy
Trauma-informed support
Zero judgement
Active listening
A belief that every young mum deserves dignity and opportunity.
GOLDSMITHS CCA-NEW CROSS
We have a residency at the CCA in Goldsmiths. This space hosts our meet ups, writing circles, showcases and Space to Blossom sessions.
For more information on our residency click here.
What We Do
We provide personalised support based on what each young mum needs, our sessions include or signpost mums:
1:1 emotional and practical support
Parenting confidence and baby development guidance
Mental health + wellbeing support
Help with housing, benefits and accessing services
Young mums meet-ups and community groups
CV writing and employment opportunities
Workshops, skills sessions and creative programmes
Performance opportunities
Baby bank and donation hub referrals.
BLossom is a space to:
Connect with others who understand their journey
Share stories through writing, discussion and creativity
Build confidence and emotional wellbeing
Receive gentle, non-judgemental support
Access a safe space where babies and toddlers can play while mums talk, write, create and showcase their art.
Blossom is a place for you to grow, thrive and feel supported
- exactly as you are
BLOSSOM • CONNECT • CREATE • GROW • BELONG • BLOSSOM • CONNECT • CREATE • GROW • BELONG
BLOSSOM • CONNECT • CREATE • GROW • BELONG • BLOSSOM • CONNECT • CREATE • GROW • BELONG
🌸Meet Ups
Come together, make new connections and enjoy good conversations with other young mums.
🌸 Stay & Play
A relaxed space for young mums and their little ones to play, connect and feel at home.
🌸 Showcases
Celebrate your voice, creativity and journey by sharing your work with your community.
🌸 Writing Sessions
Find your voice through poetry, storytelling and creative writing in a supportive space.
GET IN TOUCH WITH US
Know a young mum who might love Blossom? REFER A YOUNG MUM.
If you're a parent, midwife, health visitor, youth worker, social worker, teacher, family practitioner or community organisation, you can help connect a young mum to Blossom.
Want to work with us?
We collaborate with artists, cultural organisations, community groups, researchers and services to create better opportunities for young mothers.