Youth First are opening their youth clubs across Lewisham during the Easter holidays. Full of fun-packed activities and free for young people aged 8-19 years old (to 25 with SEND) to have fun, develop skills, meet other young people and talk to their dedicated youth workers. Sessions will include a free food offer thanks to […]
All new and expectant parents worry about how much sleep they are getting but how your baby sleeps is a much more important topic. During Safer Sleep Week The Lullaby Trust focused on safer co-sleeping. The Lullaby Trust has a range of publications that provide support and advice. Some leaflets are available
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Being a parent can be rewarding but is not always easy – When managing children’s behaviour Do you find yourself yelling or repeating instructions? Does your child say “No” when you ask them to do something? Is their behaviour sometimes difficult for you to manage? The Positive Parenting Programme is a 6-8 week course that
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During this fun family event, which will take place via Zoom, we will share information and advice about how parents and carers of under-fives can support children’s learning and development at home through lots of exciting sessions for them and their children. Activities will include fun communication and language sessions, easy money-saving cookery ideas that
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There are always health and financial benefits to quitting smoking, but quitting now will help you: 1. Reduce the likelihood of life-threatening complications from COVID-19. Smoking damages your lungs, and your heart, which can put you at greater risk of life-threatening complications if you get COVID-19. 2. Reduce your risk of other diseases
Having a baby isn’t easy at the best of times, and having a baby when you’re also a young mum can bring additional difficulties to navigate. Our Young Mindful Mums groups will help you navigate the path of new parenthood and provide a safe space for parents of babies 0-24 months to talk about the
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Children love stories and sharing a story with your baby or child helps their brain to develop and helps with early language skills. “There can be few things as powerful as regularly reading to a young child. It has astonishing benefits for children: comfort and reassurance, confidence and security, relaxation, happiness and fun. Giving a
Joining the library in Lewisham – a great start to your child’s early development Read More »
If your child has a long-term health condition or a disability you may be entitled to certain benefits to help you provide the extra things your child may need or help with your income to balance out working part-time or giving up work all together. Disability Living Allowance (DLA) may help if: your child
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Eat Them to Defeat Them is the award-winning campaign to get kids eating more vegetables. 80% of kids don’t eat enough vegetables. If you are worried about your child’s mood, behaviour and learning, a good place to start is their diet. Eat Them to Defeat Them was created by Veg Power and ITV as a
Eat Them to Defeat Them is back on 20th February!!!! Read More »
Paying for childcare can be one of the most expensive items in your monthly budget. It can also stop many parents going back into the workplace. The Childcare Choices Website can help you find out what you are entitled to and how you can save money on your childcare costs. Try using the Childcare Costs
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