Parenting
Parenting
Whether you’re a first-time carer, or a practised parent, Newcastle is bursting with activities and support.
Tick one worry off your list with a course on keeping your newborn safe. Get closer to nature with the kids at a community garden. Or find other parents going through the same experiences you are. What will you find?
You will find a whole host of exciting opportunities for advice, fun and friendship.
Among the many listings are;
- Workshops for new and expectant parents
- Ways to spend time as a family
- Entertaining things for your children to get involved in
- Accessible childcare
- educational services
- Organisations supporting those with specific needs
We know that parenting is a big responsibility so here are a few bits of advice to keep you going:
- You’re allowed to celebrate the little wins. Perfection is unrealistic… progress is just fine!
- Don’t feel like you’re alone facing the challenges. If you can’t shake the feeling, seek out a community who can put you right (the Directory is a great place to start).
- It’s OK to ask for help if things get hard.
Our community hubs deliver courses to support your parenting needs. These range from a 3 week basic course to a longer 10 week programme. Find you hub using the postcode checker on our home page
The Healthy Start scheme provides help to pregnant women and families with young children who may be entitled to extra money for healthy food, milk and vitamins Healthy Start | Newcastle Support Directory.
You can also get down-to-earth parenting advice you can trust by using Parent Talk, online support for Parents from Action for Children.
For resources to help you to have fun and engage with your child, please see Look Say Sing Play | Newcastle Support Directory
Or, use the button below to find more service.
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