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Helping you access the right information
Perinatal & Infant mental health service
england.nhs.uk/south/south-west-clinical-network/our-networks/maternity-network/perinatal-and-infant-mental-health/
Parent Talk
parents.actionforchildren.org.uk/?utm_source=sms&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=X20XXXDIP&utm_content=torbay-front-door-texts
Down-to-earth parenting advice you can trust. We’re on hand to support parents, when you need us. Browse our articles on the most common parenting questions from our experts. Or talk one-to-one with a qualified parenting coach about anything that’s worrying you. It’s all free, and no topic is too big, small, or embarrassing.
Space for us too, support for parents
spaceforustoo.org.uk/
Space for Us Too is a free, guided text message service that can give you space to breathe. You can use any or all of the tips to build positive habits in your relationship and family life, or to feel refreshed and recharged in yourself.
Citizens Advice Torbay
citizensadvicetorbay.org.uk/
Citizens Advice Torbay provides a free, impartial and confidential service to everyone.
Job Centre Plus Torquay
gov.uk/contact-jobcentre-plus
Advice and information on a range of employment and training issues for people of working age
Christians Against Poverty
capuk.org/
CAP can help if you are struggling with debt or unemployment, need some help breaking free from habits or learning new life skills.
Action for Children, preparing for parenthood
services.actionforchildren.org.uk/torbay-childrens-centres/resources/preparing-for-parenthood/
A collection of useful videos aimed at aiding parents to be.
Support in pregnancy videos
healthandcarevideos.uk/maternity/59695
Short videos with lots of information and advice including your routine blood tests, screening for Downs, Edwards and Patau’s Syndrome, Having the right vaccinations during pregnancy and Pregnancy Myths - Smoking less.
Early Help from 0 to 19 Torbay
smartsurvey.co.uk/s/0to19TorbayEarlyHelpReferral/
The 0 to 19 Torbay Early Help Service provides families with children aged under 19 years with extra help and support that is sometimes required. It is important that families can access the right support, at the right time, from the right service and we will either provide that support or help families to access the right service.
If you, your family or someone you are working with would benefit from some additional support or early help from 0 to 19 Torbay please click on the link to complete our online request for support form. This will show you the process and how we can support.
0 to 19 Torbay Early Help Services for External Referrals.pdf
Hub of Hope, support for mental health concerns
hubofhope.co.uk/
The Hub of Hope is a first of its kind, national mental health database which brings together organisations and charities, large and small, from across the country who offer mental health advice and support, together in one place.
Torbay and South Devon NHS Trust
torbayandsouthdevon.nhs.uk/about-us/news-and-publications/news/2015/09/subtitled-films-to-help-polish-mums-with-pregnancy-care/
Subtitled films to help Polish mums with pregnancy care
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.
Start for Life - Breastfeeding
nhs.uk/start4life/baby/breastfeeding/
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.
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.