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

  • NSPCC

    If you’re worried about a child, even if you’re unsure, contact NSPCC professional counsellors for help, advice and support.

    Telephone
    0808 800 5000

    Website
    www.nspcc.org.uk

  • Childline

    Childline offers free, confidential advice and support for any child 18 years or under, whatever the worry.

    Telephone
    0800 1111

    Website
    www.childline.org.uk

  • YoungMinds

    Supporting children and young people and their parents/carers with their mental health and wellbeing. Specific advice on managing self-isolation and anxiety about coronavirus.

    Telephone
    0808 802 5544

    Website
    www.youngminds.org.uk

  • Health for Kids

    Health for Kids introduces a new and different way for primary school children to learn about their health.

    Website
    www.healthforkids.co.uk

  • ERIC

    ERIC, the children’s bowel and bladder charity, has been dedicated for over 30 years to improving the lives of all children and teenagers in the UK facing continence challenges.

    Free Helpline
    0808 169 9949

    Website
    www.eric.org.uk

  • Health Harborough

    The Healthy Harborough partnership is a collection of partners who deliver health related services across the district. Healthy Harborough aims to tackle health inequalities, identify trends and provide access to local health and wellbeing opportunities to residents, throughout all stages of their life.

    Website
    www.healthyharborough.org