Health Visiting through the Healthy Child Programme offers every child five visits between the ages of 0 to 5 years to check on development and give parents the information and support they need as their child grows.
The website contains a lot of helpful advice and useful information about the services they provide. You can also find out how to contact the Health Visitor: The Healthy Child Programme
Further information is also available to help families to understand the development journey of their child, and how your Health Visitor will help at key points on that journey.
Visit the NHS website to find out more: Your baby's health and development reviews
INFANT CRYING
Crying is part of a baby’s language. Crying is normal, but can be hard to cope with. When your baby cries a lot, it can be very stressful and may make you feel lonely. ICON is a resource to provide reassurance and practical help to help you manage this and get support if you are struggling.
Advice is available on the ICON website at: Home - ICON Cope
SAFE SLEEPING
The Lullaby Trust raises awareness of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS), through providing well evidenced and practical advice on simple steps every parent can take to keep their babies safe while sleeping.
To access expert advice on safer sleep for babies, visit the Lullaby Trust website: The Lullaby Trust - Safer sleep for babies, Support for families
