Medway Universal Parenting Programme

Postnatal parenting support for parents/carers of babies up to 24 months

Areas we serve Medway
Who can access this service Universal offer to all parents & carers of children aged 0-2 years
Availability Self-referral
Professional referrals
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About this service

We understand the highs and lows of becoming of parent and can support you and any carers of your child in your early parenting journey from birth up to 24 months. The Medway Universal Parenting Programme team offer group support, using the Solihull parenting approach which helps you to develop skills to build a positive relationship with your baby and gain confidence in attuning to your child’s needs.

During our relaxed and welcoming group sessions, we will be exploring topics that parents with young babies tell us are important to them. For parents/carers needing further advice, we will offer one-to-one emotional well-being support and help to access local services close to you.

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Providing universal support to all Medway families with babies up to the age of 2.

Our 'Understanding your Baby' & 'Understanding your Child' 6 week programmes will be free to access for parents and any care giver of babies. The course content helps you to build a positive relationship between you and your baby/child. It includes:

  • how to understand you and your baby's feelings
  • baby's brain development, communication and cues
  • baby's rhythms and developing healthy sleep patterns
  • baby's feeding
  • baby's play and development.

Following the course, we continue to provide support to parents according to your needs and situation. We can offer emotional support and help to access services in your local community.

The courses will also provide an opportunity to meet other local families, share experiences and reduce isolation.

Upcoming courses:

Understanding Your Baby 0-6 months – Starts Tuesday 7th January 10am-12pm at Oaklands Wellbeing Centre, Chatham ME5 0QS

Understanding Your Baby 0-6 months – Starts Thursday 9th January 10am-12pm – Virtual (via Zoom)

Understanding Your Toddler 6-14 months – Starts Tuesday 4th February 12:30pm – 2:30pm at Oaklands Wellbeing Centre, Chatham ME5 0QS

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To access and complete our referral form online, please click below:

Medway Universal Parenting Programme Professional Referral Form

Medway Universal Parenting Programme Parent/Carer Referral Form

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