Referral pathway

For professionals

A simple route to refer parents into free, specialist-led parent & baby fitness across Ipswich, Colchester and Stowmarket.

Who can refer

Any health or social care professional working with pregnant or postnatal parents can signpost or refer into Startstrong Fitness CIC.

1
Identify a suitable parent
Pregnant or postnatal parents (babies up to ~18 months) who would benefit from gentle, specialist-led exercise and community support — including those experiencing isolation, a postnatal mental health disorder or other mental health concern, or physical recovery needs.
2
Share Startstrong Fitness CIC details
Direct them to our classes page to browse the timetable and book, or complete the referral form below on their behalf.
3
Parent attends — we take it from there
The parent will need GP sign-off to exercise before attending. Once cleared, our coaches provide a welcoming, adapted session — no further clinical handover is required.

Perinatal mental health
Classes provide structured, low-barrier social contact and gentle activity — both recognised protective factors for postnatal wellbeing.
Physical recovery
Pre and postnatal specialist coaches adapt exercises for caesarean recovery, pelvic floor concerns and other postnatal conditions.
Health inequalities
Classes are free and grant-funded, removing financial barriers that often prevent access to postnatal fitness and support.
Social isolation
A regular, local group that parents can attend with their baby — no separate childcare required.

If you would like to refer a parent to our free classes, please complete the form below. We'll get back to you within a few days.

Use the referral form above, share our classes page with a parent, or browse the timetable together.