Child health

  • Rashes in babies and children

    Many things can cause a rash in babies and children, and they’re often nothing to worry about.

    The NHS provide support for identifying some of the common rashes in babies and children.

    Website
    NHS: Rashes in babies and children

  • NHS vaccinations and when to have them

    It’s important that vaccines are given on time for the best protection. Check the dates your child needs to have their vaccinations by and contact your GP.

    Website
    NHS vaccinations and when to have them

  • Start for Life

    Trusted NHS help and advice during pregnancy, birth and parenthood.

    Website
    Start for Life

  • HANDi App

    Parents, carers and healthcare professionals can access expert advice about common childhood illnesses and how to treat them via a mobile app, called HANDi App. It is free and can be downloaded to any Apple or Android smartphone or tablet.

    Download
    Google Play: HANDi
    iTunes: HANDi

  • Families’ Health and Wellbeing Service (0-19)

    The programme seeks to deliver improved health and well-being to children, young people and families, and improve school readiness by offering a balance of self-support, support from professions and from the wider community.

    Phone
    0300 303 3924

    Website
    www.staffordshireconnects.info

    Email
    FHWS.east@mpft.nhs.uk
    FHWS.east@nhs.net 

  • Leyfields Children’s Centre

    The purpose of a children’s centre is to ensure young children get the best start in life and that their families are supported to help them achieve this. At a children’s centre families with young children can access a range of services, participate in activities and get information about what is going on locally.

    Phone
    01827 475222

    Website
    www.staffordshire.gov.uk

    Email
    amy.morrison@staffordshire.gov.uk