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Please see the info below for the latest information from the NHS for what to do if your child is unwell.
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Why the first 1001 days are so important The first 1001 days is the period from pregnancy to the age of two of a child's life. There is clear evidence that this phase is vital in shaping and improving children's health, development and life chances. This…
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We have put together some useful information to help parents, carers and families from birth to five years old, to support their children’s communication development and learn how to help their children gain the best start to life through playful learning at home, good health…
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HENRY is a childhood obesity prevention programme that supports families with young children to develop healthy lifestyles. Havering is delighted to offer HENRY 5-12 programme to families across the borough. Outline of the 5-12 parent course The HENRY 5-12 programme is an 8 week course…
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Pregnant or have children under the age of 4? You could qualify for £4.25 per week to spend on healthy foods if you’re on benefits. You also qualify if you’re pregnant and under 18 and not on benefits. From April 2021, the value of Healthy…
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A peer support group for parents to be and parents with children under 2 years old The Butterflies Peer Support group is still operating a telephone and virtual support service to families who are experiencing perinatal mental illness, anxiety, depression and low mood since becoming pregnant…
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Are you expecting a baby? Would you like some extra support? Please see the services below which the children’s centers have available. New Beginnings A workshop for expectant parents which covers all aspects of making the transition to becoming a parent with a focus on…
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However you choose to feed your baby, we have the advice and support set out below to help.
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Home safety workshop: This is a 45-minute workshop full of information and tips on keeping babies and children safe in the home and when out and about. In this session, the Early Years practitioners will guide you through top tips for child safety, including burns,…
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The COVID-19 pandemic has resulted in worrying numbers of babies and young children being exposed to stress, trauma and adversity which, if not addressed, could have a significant impact on their wellbeing and development. The goal of this week’s theme is to encourage everyone working…
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Knowing how to position your baby when sleeping, what mattress and bedding is best, what temperature their room should be and whether to co-sleep are all important to reduce the risk of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS). Advice is available from the Lullaby Trust on safer…
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We encourage dads to be/dads/Male Carers to use all our services; we know that this is not always possible due to work and other commitments, so are flexible in how we deliver services to include evenings and Saturdays. Becoming Dad Course Becoming Dad is a…
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Havering run a range of sessions for parents to help them in a variety of ways to help with different challenges they may face with their children. Please see below for the different ones we have on offer.
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It is essential to us that parents and carers have their voice heard when it comes to the children’s centre services available. We know that families lives and needs change and we want to ensure that our centres continue to meet the needs and expectations…
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Has your child missed any of their school age vaccinations?We are running catch up clinics in your area for the following vaccinations: HPV: Year 8 Polio, Diphtheria, Tetanus & ACWY: Year 9 MMR These clinics will be running on an APPOINTMENT ONLY basis. If you…
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We have information in the 'download'section about safety in the home for you and your baby or young child.
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We have pulled together some useful information for Ukrainian refugees that are living in Havering, we have included link to Havering Councils main website on this page too for any other information you may need to know about living in the Borough. If you need…
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The CAD support team provide specialist support to promote early intervention and inclusive practice for children aged 0-5 with special educational needs and/or disability. The team consists of early years specialists who support children and families within the home and early education settings in the…