Tameside Health Visiting Service

30/01/2026

If you have a child or young person with sensory needs, then this interactive information day is for you. Book via the link.

Tameside are launching the new Sensory Pathway
4th March 9.30-2.30pm at Hyde Town Hall
Click on this link to book your place and find out all about it

https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/sensory-pathway-launch-event-for-parentcarers-tickets-1981706580729?aff=oddtdtcreator

30/01/2026

Great advice particularly at this time of year, when we want to keep our baby’s warm but we could be using too many layers, so it’s always best to check.

29/01/2026

If you are living with a child who has sensory processing challenges, then this interactive day is for you

✨ New Sensory Pathway – Parent & Carer Launch Event ✨
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/sensory-pathway-launch-event-for-parentcarers-tickets-1981706580729?aff=oddtdtcreator

Parents and carers are invited to join a dedicated launch event introducing Tameside’s new Sensory Pathway, a structured approach to better understanding and supporting children and young people with sensory needs.

28/01/2026

Local support for parents on your doorstep

Our Parenting Drop-In Sessions are held every Monday morning at the St Peters, North Family Hub, Trafalgar Square, Ashton-Under-Lyne.

If you need support, advice or someone to speak to just drop in and a member of the team will support you.

For more information message us here or you can email parentingreferrals@tameside.gov.uk

27/01/2026

Toilet training experts

When’s the right time to potty train your child and how should you start?

Find out everything you need to know to set your child up for success in our new film, Potty and toilet training: A three-stage journey by visiting our website to watch the full film: https://eric.org.uk/news/eric-partners-with-bristol-family-hubs-for-new-potty-training-animations/



Co-created with: Bristol Family Hubs and City Council

With thanks to: John James Bristol Foundations, Burges Salmon and The Society of Merchant Venturers

27/01/2026

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✨Expiry dates affected, updated 9th Jan✨

As there have been updates to the expiry dates affected in the recall, we want to remind parents that it is safe to switch to another formula brand if needed.

Information from the Food Standards Agency states:
"Even if you have not identified ill-health in your baby as a result of consumption of this product, it is essential to stop using it.

If the infant formula or follow-on formula was prescribed by a health professional for your infant, consult a pharmacist or other medical professional before changing formula."

You can find the most up-to-date recall information on their website:
www.food.gov.uk/news-alerts/alert/fsa-prin-02-2026-update-1

If you need infant feeding support, please contact our National Breastfeeding Helpline UK on 0300 100 0212 - 24/7.
Social media support is also available 💜

[ID: Following recent news about an infant formula recall, we want to assure parents that it is safe for them to switch to another brand. There is no evidence that switching formulas does any harm. If you are using a specialised formula, please speak to your health professional about a suitable alternative. If you’re concerned that the formula you’re currently using may be affected, please check the Food Standards Agency website for the most up-to-date recall information.]

26/01/2026

Please see our updated healthy baby clinic timetable 👶 This is a great opportunity to have your baby weighed and ask our team any questions you may have.
Changes include:
🌟 Stalybridge drop-in will now take place at St. Andrew's House.
🌟A reminder that for the month of February 2026 there will be no baby clinic at Hyde Family Hub.

24/01/2026

Another alert from the formula milk companies. Please contact your Health visitor or Infant Feeding Team for any advise about feeding.
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Danone is recalling Aptamil First Infant Formula because cereulide toxin has been found in the product. The product listed below is on sale in the UK.

23/01/2026

Enhance your parenting skills even more with this free and flexible online course that you can complete in your own time, it will help you to understand your baby or child even more

In the spotlight this week is: Understanding your child.

Understanding your baby/child course is our core parenting course for parents with children aged Birth to 19 years.

The course can be done at a time and place to suit family life
* It is 11 Modules long and each Module takes ~20 minutes, with voiceovers for the main text
* There are interactive activities, quizzes and video clips
* It works on mobiles, tablets, PCs and laptops (Recommended browser: Google Chrome)
* Available in Urdu, Modern Standard Arabic, Simplified Chinese, Polish, Somali, Bulgarian and more
It was the first online course for parents to be awarded the Government's CANparent Quality Mark. It was developed by the Solihull Approach team; health professionals working together with parents and practitioners.

For more information go to www.togetherness.co.uk/learn
Access code: SUNFLOWER

23/01/2026

Please note some temporary changes to our healthy baby clinics

⭐️There will be no clinic at Hyde Family Hub Monday mornings throughout February due to a temporary building closure.

⭐️There will be no clinic at Broadoak Community Centre on the 13th February.

You are welcome to attend any clinic across Tameside, just check the list below and drop in/book an appointment where necessary 😀

22/01/2026

Aimed at dads with babies aged 0-12 months, could really use your help with this survey

Becoming a father is a major life transition.

This research study aims to better understand fathers’ mental health, sleep, experiences of support, and involvement with the child during the first year of parenthood.

If you are a father aged 18 or over with a baby aged 0–12 months, we would really value your participation.

The study is a 15 minute online questionnaire, with the chance to win one of two £25 vouchers.

Scan the QR code to take part.

Thank you for your time!

21/01/2026

The changes in childhood vaccines that you need to know about

The vaccine is now part of the routine childhood immunisation schedule in the UK, adding protection against .

This guide will help you understand when your child should get their MMRV vaccine, if they are eligible to have it.

Read more: https://bit.ly/4aVYKZL