Being a parent is one of the most rewarding jobs a person can do, but we know at times it can be challenging. We are here to support you. Below are some useful guides, leaflets and information which deal with a range of topics that you as parents/carers deal with on a daily basis. Below are a range of resources and websites put together to help you on your parenting journey. Please download and use the below information, but as ever, if you are struggling, we are only a phone call, email or visit away. If there is anything you would like further information on, but are struggling to find yourself, please let us know.

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Under 2's

• Look, Say, Sing & Play - Building your babies brain

• Look, Say, Sing & Play - Activity Sheets (Birth to 2 years)

• ICON - Babies Cry, You Can Cope

• Handle with care - How to keep your baby safe

• Safer sleep for babies

• Introducing Solid Food (from around 6 months)

• Baltic Amber Beads

• Pushchairs and Buggies

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Oral Health

• Search for a Dentist near you

• Looking after your children's teeth

• Visiting the Dentist

• Twice is Nice

• Toothbrushing chart

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Health and Wellbeing

• Top tips for keeping your family healthy

• Top tips for healthier snacking

• Getting your child moving

• Headlice - Facts, Detection & Treatment

• Chickenpox

• Diarrhoea and vomiting

• Hand, Foot and Mouth

• Impetigo

• Scarlet Fever

• Solid Starts - Preparing Food for Babies

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First Aid

• Paediatric First Aid - An Overview

• Preventing Choking

• What to do if your baby is choking

• What to do if your child is choking

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Keeping Children Safe Online​

• Book a free safety webinar provided by the NSPCC

• The importance of Parental Controls and how to set them up

• Talking to your child about online safety

• Phone Safety

• Laptops

• Smart Speakers

• Games Consoles

• Tablets

• Smart TV's

• Social Media - Guides, Advice and Information

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Positive Parenting

• Positive Parenting

• Starting Nursery - The Value of Vaccinations

• Extended Rear Facing - Car Seats for Babies, Toddlers and Children

• Toilet Training

• Managing Food Allergies in Children Under 5

• Keeping your babies and children safe around dogs

• Supporting your child to speak and communicate

• Lancashire County Council - Local Offer, Help and Advice

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Safety Around the Home

• Blind Cord Safety

• Keeping your child safe online

• Household Cleaning Products and Keeping Children Safe

• Button Batteries

• Liquid Laundry Capsules

• Firework Safety

• Main Causes of Accidents and Injuries and How to Prevent Them