Published:
6:00 AM December 27, 2021
An Ipswich mum has revealed she would sit and cry once her children were in bed because of the pressure she was under – but now TV show the Masked Singer is helping to address that stigma.
The TV show has partnered with national charity Home-Start UK for a new campaign entitled ‘Behind the Mask’, which aims to encourage parents like Natasha to speak out about the hardships they face in parenting, particularly during the pandemic.
Home-Start in Suffolk, which is part of the nationwide charity, say parents often feel they are forced to hide their struggles and fears ‘behind a mask’ – just like the secret stars of the singing show.
Through the partnership with the Masked Singer they are sharing stories via social media from parents about the day-to-day realities and struggles they face.
The Suffolk charity supports around 600 families each year and provides support through one-to-one home visiting, telephone, virtual calls and dedicated groups.
Natasha, 29, of Ipswich, is just one of the hundreds helped by them this year,…
