Becoming a parent
Becoming a parent can be an exciting, yet daunting time. There are lots of things you can do to prepare:
- Pregnancy. (NHS)
- Parents’ emotional health and physical wellbeing (this site)
- Advice for partners during pregnancy (POGP)
- Fitness in pregnancy (POGP)
- Pelvic health and wellbeing (POGP)
Vaccines
New vaccine available to protect your baby from Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV):
- How to protect your baby from RSV (Gov.uk)
Professional support during pregnancy
Antenatal or whilst you are pregnant is a time to prepare and make plans/decisions around what is best for you and your new or growing family.
Your midwifery team will support you during your pregnancy and may ask a Health Visitor to meet you.
A Health visitor is a nurse or midwife who has gone on to develop their skills and knowledge in public health and working with children and families.
What to expect from our service
Parenting Courses/Preparation for Parenthood
Please contact your midwife for information on courses they provide locally.
Solihull Approach Parenting Support: https://togetherness.co.uk/
NCT Antenatal Courses: http://NCT.org.uk