Support for parents and carers in our Sandwell Family Hubs.

Being a parent is not always easy and here at Barnardo's we understand that all parents/carers need a helping hand at some point. Parenting approaches change as our children grow and develop and our Parenting Team can provide some guidance and support around these changes to help and support you feel confident in your day-to-day family lives.

Solihull Approach: Understanding Your Child

Solihull Approach is a 10-week programme which aims to help parents/carers to understand their child’s development, communication and emotional needs.

Triple P

Triple P is an 8-week programme and is suitable for parents/carers who want support with learning new strategies which will support the challenges parents/carers face. This programme will support with boundaries, routines and to become a calmer parent/carer.

Teen Triple P

Teen Triple P is an 8-week course to support parents with the changes and challenges of having a teen. This programme will support with adapting strategies which are more suitable to use with teens as opposed to younger children.

Changes

Changes offers sessions on the Early Years, the Primary School Years and the Secondary School Years. Parents/carers will look at their own life story and how personal experiences can impact on parenting.

The course provides opportunities to learn and develop parenting skills and helps parents/carers to understand their children's needs. The course covers hints and tips on communication, rules and routines, supporting better behaviour, preparing for school, safer internet usage and much more.

Ante Natal Changes

This is a 3-week program delivered by a local health visitor or midwife. The course covers how your baby is growing, what you can do to have a healthy pregnancy, life with a new baby and the importance of a support network.

It will cover the birth and key information about labour and how to care for your baby including essential baby care and safety. These sessions need to be booked through www.bookwhen.com/changes and are delivered virtually and face to face.

Stepping Stones Triple P:

Stepping Stones Triple P is a 10-week programme to support parents/carers who have a child(ren) with a (diagnosed/undiagnosed) disability or additional need. This programme will provide parents/carers with adapting strategies, understanding and using inclusive approaches.

Cygnet Parenting support programme

Programme for parents and carers of autistic children and young people aged 5-18 years. Attending cygnet gives parents/carers an opportunity to develop their understanding of autism and look at practical solutions to support their child.

It will also provide the opportunity to meet other parents and carers in a similar position and hear about their experiences in an informal but supportive atmosphere.