Barnardo's

Supporting health and wellbeing

Supporting health and wellbeing in Sandwell.

Health and wellbeing is such an important aspect of family life, here at Barnardo's we have a dedicated team that can help to support you from pre-birth all the way through into parenthood. With our links and partnership working with midwifery, health visitors, Breast Feeding Network and many more, we can provide you with important information, guidance and support to help through those early years.

If you are a parent/carer or family member who is struggling with your mental health and/or wellbeing, we can look at the best support for you. This may be a dedicated programme, support to access another service or just linking with others in the same position. We are always looking at new services to offer to support needs, so speak to us and we can see how we can help.

Our offer

Antenatal - Have you found out you're pregnant? Here at your local Family Hub, we can now also help you register with your community midwife. It's really important to have support early on during pregnancy to ensure you and your baby remain healthy. We have a range of support available throughout your pregnancy including Antenatal Changes classes and coffee mornings where you can meet other expectant parents.

Antenatal

Have you found out you're pregnant? Here at your local Family Hub, we can now also help you register with your community midwife. It's really important to have support early on during pregnancy to ensure you and your baby remain healthy. We have a range of support available throughout your pregnancy including Antenatal Changes classes and coffee mornings where you can meet other expectant parents.

Support for Sandwell parents-to-be - Booking by Bookwhen

Baby Massage and Baby Yoga

For babies from 6/8 weeks (following immunisations) to 6 months, these gentle and relaxing sessions help put baby's body and mind in balance. Some benefits include improved sleep, relieving the effects of colic, constipation and wind. These sessions also improve bonding and attachment between you and your little one. Contact your local Family Hub to book.

Baby Groups

The sessions are ideal for babies from birth to 12 months. They are a great way for you and your little one to meet and socialise with other parents and babies. Join in with our fun play activities and pick up lots of top tips and support for you as parents. These are drop-in sessions so no need to book!

Baby Clinics and Development Checks

Your health visitor will be able to book an appointment for you to weigh your baby and attend development checks in our Family Hubs. Speak to your health visitor.

Breastfeeding Support

Our Health, Wellbeing and Engagement team are trained to support you with tips and advice. Why not drop into one of the Breast-Feeding Network clinics taking place in the Family Hubs. Contact your local Family Hub for more details.

Sandwell Healthy Lifestyle Services

We can help you to access services for weight management, physical activity, stop smoking, drug and alcohol, mental health and emotional wellbeing. Contact your local Family Hub for more information.

Welfare Advice

Sandwell Consortium run clinics within our Family Hubs offering support for a range of welfare matters, such as benefit checks, housing and immigration. Contact your local Family Hub to book an appointment.

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The HENRY programme is completely FREE to join for parents and carers of children aged 0 to 5 years old to give them a great start in life and develop a healthier lifestyle for the whole family.

It supports physical and emotional wellbeing, and covers nutrition, physical activity, portion sizes, screen time, looking after yourself, exploring feelings, and managing challenging behaviour. Please speak to one of our team to find out more information.

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Is life losing its sparkle? MoodMaster can help!

With an upbeat approach to physical and emotional wellbeing.

6 or 12 week CBT-based programme which will help you to make your life more enjoyable. You can hear really good information about emotional and physical health to help you deal with troublesome emotions such as worry and stress. Please speak to one of our team to find out more information.

To enquire around how we can support you and your family/child in Sandwell, please use the contact button

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