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26/09/2025

It’s tough when a baby won’t stop crying. 😖You might worry something is wrong or fear losing your cool – but you can cope.

💡 Remember:

• Take a break 🛑
• Ask for help 🤝
• Never, ever shake your baby 🚫

More advice here: https://bit.ly/4fW3z5S

25/09/2025

There are many ways to soothe your baby. But if the crying feels too much, it’s OK to put your baby in a safe place and walk away for a few minutes until you feel calm.

✅Comfort methods can help
✅ Support is always available
✅ Staying calm keeps everyone safe

More tips here: https://bit.ly/ICONday4

24/09/2025

Abusive head trauma can happen when a parent or carer feels pushed
to the edge by infant crying.🚨

💬 Friends and family – please check in on parents of new babies. A quick message or offer of help can make a huge difference.

👉 Learn how you can support parents: https://bit.ly/ICON-day3

23/09/2025

Parents and carers, we know how exhausting and lonely crying can feel. 🤗

Remember:
✨Crying is normal
✨You are not a bad parent
✨It’s OK to step away for a few minutes if your baby is safe
✨Looking after your mental health matters

Keep your baby safe, and keep yourself safe too.

23/09/2025

22/09/2025

It’s here – has officially begun!

All babies cry, and it can feel really tough at times – but remember: babies cry, you can cope.

Crying often increases around 2 weeks and peaks at 6–8 weeks. This phase will pass, and you are not alone.

Find out more: https://bit.ly/ICON-day1

22/09/2025

18/09/2025

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We’re proud to be the 𝐟𝐢𝐫𝐬𝐭 𝐚𝐩𝐩 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐔𝐊, with these brilliant features:

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16/09/2025

Are you aged 15-24? ✨
Cumbria Sexual Health Services have postal chlamydia and gonorrhoea testing kits available at doctors surgery's they are completely FREE for young people age 15-24, even the postage is paid for you! 📮💌

Cumbria Sexual Health service provides confidential advice and support on a range of sexual health issues. They offer testing and treatment for sexually transmitted infections (STIs). They also provide, for free, all types of contraception including emergency contraception book your appointment online Kendal at: https://ncic.healthcareservice.online/ #/

15/09/2025

💬 Want to talk to a School Nurse?

Our e-School Nurse Clinics are here for you. Whether it’s health worries, questions, or advice, our team is ready to listen and support. 💙

15/09/2025

💙 We’re proud to support 💙

👉 Free, confidential sexual health services are available across Westmorland & Furness for people of all ages, genders & sexualities.

Find out more: https://www.ncic.nhs.uk/services/sexual-health

11/09/2025

We love connecting with families 💚 but just so you know – this page isn’t manned right now & we don't want your comments to go unheard!

If you need help or have a question, please call our team directly:
📞 0300 304 9039

We’ll continue posting updates, but for any personal advice, please always use the phone line.

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