There are lots of things, you may want to know or find out about your pregnancy.
Here is a list of websites that parents my find useful before your baby is born.
A booklet for you and your baby
This booklet aims to offer families information and advice about the first two years of your baby’s life.
Research has shown that the first 1,001 days of a child’s life are crucial for their development and wellbeing and can have a significant impact on their future.
We want every child in Walsall to have the best possible start in life
You must register the birth of your baby:
- within 42 days of birth
- in the registration district where your baby was born
How to register a birth
You'll need to book an appointment with a registrar at one of our offices.
You can chose from:
- Walsall Register Office, Civic Centre, Hatherton Road, Walsall WS1 1TN
- West Family Hub, Ilmington House, Crescent Road, Darlaston WS10 8AE
The Baby Buddy app is packed with information to support mums, dads, and carers, to build their confidence and parenting knowledge from conception up to a child’s first birthday.
The app includes a wide range of information and can help you with things such as feeding, talk and play, mental health, and local services near to you.
Baby Buddy is trusted and endorsed by health professionals, including the Royal College of Midwives.
You can download the Baby Buddy app for free on the App Store or Google Play Store. (app button link images if you have them please)
As a new dad you will feel excited, but you may also feel left out, unsure or overwhelmed. The DadPad can help by giving you the knowledge and practical skills that you need. The resource will support you and your partner to give your baby the best possible start in life.
Visit the DadPad website for more information.
Dads Pad can be downloaded via the App store or google play.
The Health in Pregnancy Service are here to support your family during pregnancy and beyond.
Please get in touch on 01922 423 252 (Monday – Friday 9am – 5pm) for further information regarding the Health in Pregnancy Team or our single point of access number is 01922 603074 if you wish to speak to a Health Visitor.
Are you a teenage parent in Walsall? Are you currently pregnant? or Do you have a baby age 0-6 months?
The MY TEEN For Teenage Parents group will be on every Monday at the North Family Hub from 12PM - 2PM.Pregnant parents and new parents (babies age 0-6 months) are welcome to attend. Each parent will receive a free goody bag and can access a free bus pass. Entry is free and refreshments will be provided.
Book your place or just pop along
