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Start for Life

Everything you need to know for pregnancy, babies, toddlers and parenting in North East Lincolnshire

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    • Welcome to Start for Life – Support for you and your baby!

    Start for Life is working to make it easier for families to get the help they need. We’re joining up services at local family hubs so parents and carers can find support in one place.

    Here’s what the programme aims to do:

    • Help parents and carers look after their babies and young children
    • Make support fair for everyone, so all families – including those who are hardest to reach and/or most in need of it
    • Learn what works best to improve health and education for babies, children and families

    Our goal is simple: every family should have access to the services they need.

    What you can expect:

    • Joined-up support: A clear Start for Life offer available to all families
    • Welcoming family hubs: A friendly place where youc an find Start for Life services, activities, advice and guidance
    • Easy to find information: Online, by phone or in person – designed around what works best for you.

    Family Hubs

    Family hubs bring together services to help and support children and families.

    Start for Life activities are available for you to attend. Enjoy meeting other families and share experiences.

    Visit a family hub
    Find parent, baby and toddler groups

    The first 1,001 days of a child’s life is from conception to their second birthday. This time is important for the future of your child’s physical and emotional development.

    Find advice and support, available services, and activities to help give your child the best start in life.

    Top Topics

    Support and advice is available for you and your family. There are services ready to help you and make things easier.

    • Infant feeding

      Breast, bottle or combination feeding – which is best?
      Choosing how to feed your baby can be overwhelming. There is lots of guidance and support to help you through your feeding journey.
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    • Mental health

      Finding out you are pregnant, or adjusting to welcoming your new baby can be exciting but also very stressful. There is specialist perinatal support available.

    • Parenting support

      Meet other parents, share common milestones, and build friendships. Groups also give you the chance to speak with professionals who can offer guidance and answer your questions, helping you feel support.

    • Home learning environment

      Encouraging your child to begin developing their emotional, social and communication skills at home.

    • Parent and infant relationships

      Life with a new baby can be challenging, and looking after your family relationships is important. Help with how to talk openly, stay connected, and handle disagreements in a positive way.
      Healthy relationships benefits the whole family.
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