The more you know about your pregnancy and your options, the more you are likely to feel in control. The information given here is based on The Pregnancy Book, which your midwife should give you at your first appointment.
Before you are pregnant
Your pregnancy and labour
You and your baby
General pregnancy topics
Family-Hubs support families from pregnancy right up until your child turns 19, or 25 if they have special educational needs and disabilities. The Family-Hubs team includes people from the council, NHS, community organisations and more. They can support you with everything to do with family life, they're here to make a positive difference for all families. For more information please view the poster or leaflet, ring 03000 261111 or visit https://www.durham.gov.uk/helpforfamilies. There are 15 hubs across our county, for available locations click HERE
Babies & pre-school Children Drop-in Physio Clinics
If you have concerns regarding delay with milestones (e.g. sitting/crawling), head turning/head shape, walking or concerns with regular tripping/falling, please see details of Childrens Physiotherapy Drop-in Clinics at Hartlepool. Rossmere Way or Hindpool Close. For further information contact Rebecca Chawla Paediatric Physiotherapist, University Hospital of Hartlepool. 01429 22471.
Are you a young dad or dad-to-be (aged under 26)? Feeling like the only young dad in the world? For support please visit www.neydl.uk/. Contact Doug Laidlaw by telephone or text 07990164449 or email info@neydl.uk