Being prepared for your baby
Helping you access the right information
NHS Torbay health visitors & school nursing - Additional links
torbayandsouthdevon.nhs.uk/services/health-visiting-and-school-nursing/links/
Helpful links and websites to support you in pregnancy
Action for Children - Information for Dads
services.actionforchildren.org.uk/torbay-childrens-centres/resources/for-dads/
Recommended resources and websites specially created for Dads.
Action for Children, money matters
services.actionforchildren.org.uk/torbay-childrens-centres/resources/money-matters/
Information, advice, useful links and support regarding money matters.
Torbay and South Devon NHS Trust
torbayandsouthdevon.nhs.uk/services/health-visiting-and-school-nursing/nutrition-feeding-and-exercise/
Information from healthy eating in pregnancy, to breast and formula feeding, complimentary feeding (weaning), and healthy eating for the whole family.
The Lullaby Trust
lullabytrust.org.uk/
Support for families and expert advice on safer sleep for babies and emotional support for bereaved families.
Torbay maternity services and support
torbayandsouthdevon.nhs.uk/services/maternity-services/
Up to date advice and information about Torbay's maternity services
Antenatal Course, Understanding pregnancy, labour, birth and your baby
inourplace.co.uk
Online course for everyone around the baby: Mums, Dads, Grandparents, friends and relations. Written by Registered Midwives and NHS Professionals.
This Solihull Approach antenatal online course gives parents practical information about pregnancy and birth, whilst at the same time introducing them to their baby. It's free to everyone who live in Torbay. Solihull Course & how to access
Money Advice Service, pregnancy
moneyadviceservice.org.uk/en/articles/sorting-out-your-money-when-youre-pregnant
Expecting a baby is exciting, but it can also be an expensive time. Follow the Money Advice Services steps to make sure you’re prepared for your new arrival.
Breastfeeding - Unicef
unicef.org.uk/babyfriendly/about/breastfeeding-in-the-uk/
Find out about breastfeeding rates in the UK and our work to improve them.
Start for Life - Breastfeeding
nhs.uk/start4life/baby/breastfeeding/
NHS Torbay pregnancy ultrasound
torbayandsouthdevon.nhs.uk/services/radiology/support-videos/pregnancy-ultrasound/
If your doctor or consultant has referred you for a radiology scan, there are helpful videos to help you to understand what is involved, help you to prepare for your scan and help you to feel less anxious about what is involved.