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The National Breastfeeding Helpline offers friendly, non-judgemental, independent, evidence based breastfeeding support and information to anyone in the UK who needs it. The helpline is provided by the Breastfeeding Network and the Association of Breastfeeding Mothers.
Our breastfeeding social groups are for families living in Newcastle and are relaxed, informal and friendly. They are a great way to meet other breastfeeding mums, get handy tips and information and are an opportunity to get support from a member of staff or volunteer.
For more information, send us a message or call us on 07826 531575. You can also pop over to our Breastfeeding Mams Facebook page for lots of ongoing information and support.
Our breastfeeding social groups are for families living in Newcastle and are relaxed, informal and friendly. They are a great way to meet other breastfeeding mums, get handy tips and information and are an opportunity to get support from a member of staff or volunteer.
For more information, send us a message or call us on 07826 531575. You can also pop over to our Breastfeeding Mams Facebook page for lots of ongoing information and support.
Children North East: Little Minds in Mind ‘Preparing for baby/ Baby’s here’
Appointment only – for more information or to book phone 0191 273 3997 or email lmim@children-ne.org.uk
Our breastfeeding social groups are for families living in Newcastle and are relaxed, informal and friendly. They are a great way to meet other breastfeeding mums, get handy tips and information and are an opportunity to get support from a member of staff or volunteer.
For more information, send us a message or call us on 07826 531575. You can also pop over to our Breastfeeding Mams Facebook page for lots of ongoing information and support.
Face to face antenatal classes are now available in family hubs across Newcastle.
Classes will be facilitated by your Community Midwifes, Maternity Support Workers, Health Visitors, Nursery Nurses as well as Healthworks and Action for Children Representatives.
Four workshops -
- Preparation for Labour and Birth
- Baby Practical
- Comforting and caring for your baby
- Feeding your baby
Please call single point of access to book: 0191 282 3319
The NHS Healthy Start Scheme is for people who are more than 10 weeks pregnant, or have children under the age of 4, who receive certain benefits.
Appointment only, please book via your health visitor or phone 0191 282 3319
The team can be reached via their Central Line: 07826 531575 (Mon - Fri 9am to 4pm)
If you are pregnant or breastfeeding and live in Newcastle, we can offer you information and support.
Start for Life combines the Antenatal and Breastfeeding Support projects. We are a team of practitioners and volunteers working alongside midwives and health visitors to offer additional support to families in Newcastle.
Face to face antenatal classes are now available in family hubs across Newcastle.
Classes will be facilitated by your Community Midwifes, Maternity Support Workers, Health Visitors, Nursery Nurses as well as Healthworks and Action for Children Representatives.
Preparation for Labour and Birth
Baby Practical
Comforting, caring for and feeding your baby
Face to face antenatal classes are now available in family hubs across Newcastle.
Classes will be facilitated by your Community Midwifes, Maternity Support Workers, Health Visitors, Nursery Nurses as well as Healthworks and Action for Children Representatives.
Preparation for Labour and Birth
Baby Practical
Comforting, caring for and feeding your baby
Please call to book
Face to face antenatal classes are now available in family hubs across Newcastle.
Classes will be facilitated by your Community Midwifes, Maternity Support Workers, Health Visitors, Nursery Nurses as well as Healthworks and Action for Children Representatives.
Preparation for Labour and Birth
Baby Practical
Comforting, caring for and feeding your baby
Please call to book
4 sessions dedicated to early bonding and preparing for birth. Topics include: staying healthy, practical advice, early bonding and brain development and what to expect in labour .
Book through children-ne.org.uk
12pm - 2pm - Appointment Only
2pm - 3pm - Drop in
We are the leading charity for pregnancy, birth and parenting in the UK. Every year we support thousands of people through this incredible life-changing experience, offering relevant information, reassurance and mutual support.
School Nurses offer one to one support and drop in and pop up sessions to school aged children in topics ranging from mental health to public health sessions in puberty and sexual health they also offer support to families and young children with sleep, diet and toileting amongst other health related and social issues.
Appointments only. Please book via your health visitor or phone: 0191 282 3319
Appointments only. Please book via your health visitor or phone 0191 282 3319
Baby massage can offer a range of benefits to both mother and baby. It helps with bonding and is a relaxing time for both.
Baby massage is for none mobile babies
To book please call 0191 2641959
Support sessions around starting solids and toileting.
Booking required. Book via Health Visitor team - 0191 282 3319.
Appointment only, please book via your health visitor or phone: 0191 282 3319
From the moment babies are born, their minds need nourishment, but it can be difficult to think up new ways for mums, dads, grandparents and carers to keep them engaged.
Baby massage can offer a range of benefits to both mother and baby. It helps with bonding and is a relaxing time for both.
Baby massage is for none mobile babies
Booking is required. To book please call 0191 2641959
A 12 week evidenced based programme for parents of children aged 2-5yrs old, who have received a diagnosis, are in the process of being assessed or have significant delays in their language development.
Development Checks for your baby.
Appointment only. Please book via your health visitor or phone 0191 282 3319.
A 12 week programme for parents/carers who have a child aged 6 months - 3 years.
This group supports parents/carers to:
- ensure your child feels loved and secure
- support language, social and emotional development
- establish clear and predictable routines
- handle separations and reunions
- use positive discipline to mange tantrums and challenging behaviour.
First session starting Thursday 14th September 9.30 - 11.30am