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BECOMING A PARENT

Useful information about becoming a parent

Becoming a parent

Whatever you want to know about parenthood, from breastfeeding to when your baby will have their first vaccinations, you should find it here. We're here to give you an essential guide and lots of free tools for having a healthy, happy baby. 

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You'll find lots of information about becoming a parent on the national Start4Life website by clicking here.

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Other useful information

Explore other topics relevant to your baby's first years

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BECOMING A PARENT

Information and free tools to help new parents

About parenthood >
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LOOKING AFTER YOUR BABY'S HEALTH

Useful NHS information about caring for your baby

Baby's health >
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SCREENING TESTS

Find out when to have vaccinations and screening tests with the NHS, for you and your baby 

NHS Screening Tests >
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SLEEP

Explore links, advice and support about safe sleep

Sleeping advice >
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FREE ACTIVITIES TO DO AS A PARENT

Explore a range of free activities and group sessions

Explore free activities >
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CHILDCARE

Find out more about childcare options and help with costs

About childcare >
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HEALTH VISITNG
(0-5) SERVICE

Find out all about your local health visiting (0-5) service 

About health visiting >
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INFANT FEEDING SUPPORT

Infant feeding information, support and advice

Feeding support >
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DEVELOPMENT MILESTONES

Explore the key milestones in your baby's first years 

About milestones >
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REGISTERING THE BIRTH OF YOUR BABY

How to book an appointment to register the birth of your new baby

Registering a birth >
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KEEPING YOUR BABY SAFE

Information about safeguarding babies from harm

Keeping your baby safe >
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RETURN TO WORK & YOUR RIGHTS

Information about returning to work after maternity leave

Returning to work info >
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