Parel

Parel (perinatal offer in the Leuven region) is a Leuven-based support service for pregnancy and early parenthood, offering additional support for mothers and families in special situations.

For whom?

  • Are you experiencing an unexpected – perhaps unwanted – pregnancy?
  • Or are you pregnant and still have to go to school, or are you a student…
  • Do you have concerns about work, housing, income…
  • Are you completely on your own?
  • Do you perhaps have problems at home or in your relationship…
  • Would you like help with pregnancy paperwork and your administration…
  • Do you sometimes wonder how you will manage with a baby to care for…?

We would like to help you and will work with you to find answers and solutions.

What help do we offer?

  • We listen to your story, your concerns and needs.
  • We give you individual and targeted information about your pregnancy, childbirth and the first weeks after the birth.
  • We work with you to find suitable help and put you in touch with the right people.
  • We help you fill in paperwork, apply for your maternity allowance, deal with your health insurance fund…
  • If necessary, we help you with the baby essentials…

Contact

Parel
Last edit: 9 august 2025