The subject of this year’s child Mental Health Awareness Week, which runs from June 8–14, 2026, is Attunement, emphasising the significance of early relationships in promoting child wellbeing and healthy development.
In order to raise awareness and support for infant mental health among families, communities, and professionals, the HSE Infant Mental Health Forum and partner organisations are exhibiting a variety of initiatives, resources, and events happening throughout Galway, Mayo, and Roscommon.
A whole host of free events are being held throughout the week for parents, caregivers, babies and professionals.
The Mayo Infant Mental Health Forum and Mayo CYPSC Early Years Subgroup are organizing Mayo Baby Week, which takes place from June 8–12 and provides a variety of free activities for parents and infants, such as Buggy Buddies walks, workshops, information events, art and music sessions, and activities that foster early relationships and bonding.
For event details and bookings: https://bit.ly/mayobabyweek2026
A week-long schedule of events is being held in Roscommon by the Infant Mental Health Forum and Roscommon CYPSC. It includes interactive seminars on parental wellbeing and child development, professional learning sessions, a baby bonding open morning, and a roadshow of family support services.