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Becoming a parent or caregiver is often thought of as one of the happiest experiences of our lives. However, we know the reality can be much more complicated and for some, can be overwhelming.
If you are finding it hard to cope, you are not alone - it is OK to ask for help. Little Minds in Mind is a service for parents and caregivers who are experiencing difficulties in their relationship with their baby, during pregnancy or after their baby is born.
North East Counselling Services (NECS) knows that sometimes parents and carers may be concerned about the emotional wellbeing of their children.
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.
Kev Stoodly, Founder & CEO and Doug Laidlaw, Project Manager are from the award winning North East Young Dads and Lads (NEYDL) charity that works with marginalised and disadvantaged young dads and expectant fathers (aged 25 and under) in the North East region of England.
We know being a parent can be difficult at times. So, the aim of this course is to provide down to earth, straight talking parenting advice, tips and tools to support you in your parenting role.
Topics covered are:
• Looking after yourself as a parent
• Why children behave the way they do
ParentChild+ is a free home learning programme.
Our free home learning programme:
Advice for parents and carers of children aged 5-19
We can help with all kinds of things like...
- emotional health and wellbeing
- bullying
- sleep
- bedwetting
- nutrition
- keeping healthy and safe
Send a message and chat with a school nurse - Find @newcastleparentscarers at chathealth.nhs.uk
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
To support communication for 1-2 year olds.
To book contact Rachel 07561024207
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
Drop in session for carers who may need information or support or advice
Need help choosing or fitting a sling? Qualified sling fitters will help you find the right sling for you to hire.
The sling library is on the first Monday of the month at City Library, 11-12pm and is a drop in service.
You can find out more by visiting https://oneofthosebabycarriers.com/ or facebook.com/1ofthosebabycarriers
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
Pre-School Programme
Incredible Years Basic Pre School Programme is a 14 week course for parents with a child aged 3 - 6 years.
Programmes topics are
- Play
- Praise
- Effective Limit Setting
- Using Ignore
- Using Time Out.
First session starting Monday 11th September 10.00am - 12.00pm
Sleep success workshops offer support and guidance around sleep issues for parents and carers of children aged 1-19 years old including children with additional needs.
One-off 3 hour workshops.
Next date: Friday 29 Sept 9.30am – 12pm
A 6 week programme covering topics around - the Developing Brain, Understanding baby cues, Early crying, 5 to thrive (including a toddler version), Whoops (keeping baby safe at home) and Tears and Tantrums.
Booking required, for more information or to book a space, please ring 0191 273 3997 or email: lmim@children-ne.org.uk
Therapeutic advice and support with baby led pay to support bonding and attachment. For parents and carers of children aged 0 - 2. No booking required.