Locala Health Visitors

We offer help and advice on:

• their child's growth and development
• common infections and skin problems in childhood
• behaviour difficulties including: sleeping, eating, potty training, temper tantrums and teething
• breastfeeding (opens new page), weaning, healthy eating, hygiene, safety and exercise
• postnatal depression, bereavement and violence in the family
• working in partnership with families to tailor health plans to their needs
• immunisation programmes
• drop in baby clinics and support groups

We also offer support to the whole family including:

• support and reassurance for new fathers about their role
• information on local support networks including ante-natal classes, leisure activities, mother and toddler groups etc
• advice on options for childcare available locally
• support for single parents and parents with learning difficulties
• referrals to education programmes or support groups and other support services if required
• advocate on your behalf with a range of other agencies including the local authority, education services, voluntary and charitable organisations

All families with a child under 5.

Call the Single Point of Access on 0300 304 5555.