Getting through your first night
Small, manageable steps for a difficult night, with reminders about asking for help.
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Facing prison? You’re not alone.
When I was preparing to go to prison, I wanted someone who had actually been there to tell me what it was like. These short sheets draw on my experience and the support materials I created afterwards. Download them for yourself, or print them for someone you care about.
The mum guilt guide
Support and reflection prompts for mothers coping with separation, worry and guilt.
Download PDFA letter from Lou
A personal message from one woman who has been inside to another facing the unknown.
Download PDFWhat to pack for prison
A practical preparation checklist, plus a personal letter from Lou. Always check the receiving prison’s rules.
Download PDFInside Prep 1 — Facing the Fear - Understanding What's Ahead
Free printable guidance and reflection exercises from the Inside Knowledge collection.
Download PDFInside Prep 2 — Packing, Prep & Practicalities
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Download PDFInside Prep 3 — Mindset & Emotional Survival
Free printable guidance and reflection exercises from the Inside Knowledge collection.
Download PDFInside Prep 4 — Navigating the System
Free printable guidance and reflection exercises from the Inside Knowledge collection.
Download PDFInside Prep 5 — Staying Connected to the Outside
Free printable guidance and reflection exercises from the Inside Knowledge collection.
Download PDFInside Prep 6 — Planning for Parole, Release & Redemption
Free printable guidance and reflection exercises from the Inside Knowledge collection.
Download PDFReligion, Therapy & Support Groups Inside
Free printable guidance and reflection exercises from the Inside Knowledge collection.
Download PDFHow to Deal with Strip Searches
Free printable guidance and reflection exercises from the Inside Knowledge collection.
Download PDFSex, Romance & Boundaries in Women’s Prisons
Free printable guidance and reflection exercises from the Inside Knowledge collection.
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