NHS Orkney Health Visitors

31/05/2026

The 31st of May is World No To***co Day. For additional information about this year’s theme, "Unmasking the Appeal – Countering Ni****ne and To***co Addiction," please visit: World No To***co Day 2026: unmasking the appeal – countering ni****ne and to***co addiction - who.int/europe/news-room/events/item/2026/05/31/default-calendar/world-no-to***co-day-2026--unmasking-the-appeal---countering-ni****ne-and-to***co-addiction

If you would like support to stop smoking or have any questions, get in touch via:

• Phone 01856 888084 (Public Health Department) or 0800 0356344 (Free phone)

• Email: ork.quityourway@nhs.scot

• Online: nhsinform.scot/scotlands-service-directory/health-and-wellbeing-services/12902%201ork1116/ and select ‘Click to be contacted’.

You can also visit your local pharmacy for free stop smoking support.

30/05/2026

Responsive feeding works well whether you're breastfeeding or bottle feeding (breastmilk or formula) 💜

Feeding cues can be anything from sucking fists and wriggling, to rooting and making murmuring noises.

Getting ready to feed your baby as they're showing early hunger signs can make breastfeeding easier, as your baby will be calmer.

Breastfed babies can't be overfed, so you can feed them whether they're hungry, needs soothing, or if you feel you need to (e.g. breast feeling uncomfortable or before/after any time away from baby).

Paced feeding (where you hold your baby in a more upright position) can help to prevent overfeeding a bottle-fed baby.

Crying is a late feeding cue - but sometimes this can't be helped 💜

It can help to calm your baby before feeding them with skin-to-skin and cuddles.

✨ If you have any questions on anything from this post - responsive feeding, paced feeding, feeding cues - just drop us a message or call us on 0300 100 0212 - 24/7✨

Our service is provided by The Breastfeeding Network (UK), with Association of Breastfeeding Mothers.

Information from:
www.breastfeedingnetwork.org.uk/breastfeeding-information/getting-started-with-breastfeeding/responsive-breastfeeding/

[ID: Whether you're breastfeeding, bottle feeding or a combination of the two, you don't need a specific feeding schedule. Instead, it is good to look for feeding cues from your baby and feed them when they are hungry. National Breastfeeding Helpline. 0300 100 0212.]

30/05/2026

29/05/2026

29/05/2026

🌈 HENRY: Eat Well for Less
FREE online family workshop for parents and carers of young children
Join this HENRY (Health, Exercise, Nutrition for the Really Young) workshop and discover simple, practical ways to feed your family well while sticking to a budget 🥕🍽️
🗓 Monday 8 June 2026
⏰ Choose the time that suits you best:
• 10:00 – 12:00
• 19:00 – 21:00
💻 Online | Free to attend
✅ This workshop supports parents and carers to:
• Plan balanced, healthy meals on a budget
• Make the most of the food you already have at home
• Reduce food waste and save money
• Build healthy eating habits for the whole family
✨ The HENRY approach is evidence based and supports parents and carers to make small, realistic changes that can have a big impact on family health and wellbeing, as part of NHS public health work.
👉 Places are limited – book your free place here:
Get in touch: HENRY - Healthy Families – Fill in form
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29/05/2026

Child Safety Week is almost here! It’s a chance for us to share important safety messages to help children lead active, healthy lives safe from serious injury.

And we need your help.

Did you know the more interaction our posts get the more people they reach? That’s why simply liking a post, commenting your experiences, tagging a friend or sharing it can be so helpful for other families.

Plus, don’t forget to:

⭐Download and read our free parent pack full of top tips for families: https://capt.org.uk/resources/parents-pack/

⭐ Sign up to our newsletter to stay informed all year round: https://capt.org.uk/sign-up/

17/05/2026

🌈 BIG NEWS for Local Families! 🌈
HENRY programmes and workshops are coming — and they’re packed with fun, support, and practical tips to help your family thrive!
💛 8 Week Programmes - Ready to feel more confident, connected, and supported as a parent?

Join one of our friendly groups:
✨ Healthy Families Right From the Start (ages 0–5)
✨ Healthy Families Growing Up (ages 5–12)
Each programme is full of ideas, activities, and encouragement to help make healthy living feel easier and more enjoyable.
⚡ Power Packed Workshops (1.5–2 hours) Short, lively sessions focused on real life topics that matter to families:
🍽️ Fussy Eating
🧠 Understanding Children’s Behaviour
💷 Eat Well for Less
🍼 Starting Solids
💛 Looking After Ourselves
🏃 Let’s Get Active
Whether you want quick tips, a confidence boost, or a chance to connect with other parents — there’s something here for you.
📣 Ready to join in?
📧 ork.henry@nhs.scot
📞 01856 888084
👉 Click the link below to book your place or find out more information!
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And if you’d love us to visit your local group to run a workshop or programme, just get in touch — we’d be thrilled to come along.

17/05/2026

Stopping smoking is the best possible thing you can do for your health, including your mental health.

Quit Your Way Orkney is your friendly, local stop smoking service that supports any Orkney resident to stop smoking in the best way for them.

If you would like support to stop smoking or have any questions, get in touch via:

• Phone 01856 888084 (Public Health Department) or 0800 0356344 (Free phone)

• Email: ork.quityourway@nhs.scot

• Online: nhsinform.scot/scotlands-service-directory/health-and-wellbeing-services/12902%201ork1116/ and select ‘Click to be contacted’.

• You can also visit your local pharmacy for free stop smoking support.

17/05/2026

🌈 HENRY: Let’s Get Active

FREE online family workshop for parents and carers of young children

Join this HENRY (Health, Exercise, Nutrition for the Really Young) workshop and discover fun, practical ways to help your whole family get more active together – at home and when out and about.

🗓 Wednesday 27 May

⏰ Choose the time that suits you best:
• 10:00 – 12:00
• 19:00 – 21:00

💻 Online | Free to attend

✅ This workshop supports parents and carers to:
• Understand how being active supports children’s physical development and long term health in the early years
• Help build children’s confidence, emotional wellbeing and social skills
• Encourage healthy daily routines that support better sleep and positive wellbeing

✨ The HENRY approach is evidence based and supports parents and carers to make small, realistic changes that can have a big impact on family health and wellbeing, as part of NHS public health work.

👉 Places are limited – book your free place here: Get in touch: HENRY - Healthy Families – Fill in form: forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=veDvEDCgykuAnLXmdF5JmmlLhqPmy0hMgimAkcypuaRUMkVQWkNVWEkxTThZQUVVMDhGVkdCQjRBUS4u&route=shorturl

OR email ork.henry@nhs.scot

Please feel free to share with other families who may benefit.