Children’s Mental Health Week 2026 – A Guide for Parents and Guardians Children’s Mental Health Week runs from 9 to 15 February 2026. It is led by the UK children’s charity Place2Be. The week helps families, schools and communities talk about children’s mental health. It also shares simple ways to help children feel safe, valued and supported. This year’s … Continued
Best Start in Life – Supporting Families Every Step of the Way Calling all parents and carers! Best Start in Life is here to help you and your child from pregnancy through to starting school. Whether you’re preparing for your baby’s arrival, exploring childcare options, or getting ready for their first day in reception, Best Start in … Continued
Stay protected this autumn! Flu, COVID‑19, and RSV can all cause serious illness, especially for pregnant women, young children, and older adults. Find out if you’re eligible, when vaccines are available, and how to book your appointment to stay healthy this Autumn.
Joe Wicks Launches ‘Activate’ – A Fun Way to Get Kids Moving Joe Wicks has launched a new animated series called Activate. It’s made to get kids moving and having fun. The series was created with Studio AKA – the team behind Hey Duggee. It’s backed by the government to help kids and families get more active … Continued
Summer Support for Children and Families in Newcastle
The school holidays are here – and we know it can be a busy time for families.
Whether you’re looking for fun activities, help with meals, or ways to keep your child healthy and happy, there’s lots of support available in Gosforth, Jesmond and across Newcastle.
From 1st July 2025, the NHS is changing the childhood immunisation schedule. These changes are designed to protect children earlier and make appointments easier for families.
Calling new Dads and Male Carers This week is the first Drop-in for Dads – a new drop-in health clinic for Dads and Male carers. Why not pop along to Byker Sands Family Centre from 3 pm on Tuesdays? You can ask questions, get your baby weighed, and see what support is out there for the challenges … Continued
My Voice Matters: Children’s Mental Health Week Today marks the start of Children’s Mental Health Week. This year’s theme is ‘My Voice Matters’ and is about giving children and young people the tools they need to express themselves. Here’s how we can do it and why it’s so important. Declining Mental Health More and more … Continued
The Healthier Together App: Support, Advice and Reassurance for Parents The Healthier Together App gives parents and guardians help, advice and reassurance when worried about their child. The app and website have been developed specifically for the North East, and provide clear, reliable advice from trusted NHS sources. How it works Here’s how it works … Continued
Let’s Connect: Supporting Children’s Mental Health Week Today marks the start of 2023’s Children’s Mental Health Week. Now in its 9th year, the annual event created by children’s charity Place2Be aims to highlight the importance of children and young people’s mental health. Place2be works with pupils, families, and school staff to provide mental health support. … Continued
