Luton Community Health Services

Luton Community Health Services Delivering excellence in children & adults' community health services across Luton. Part of Cambridgeshire Community Services NHS Trust.

Parents and carers, we know how exhausting and lonely it can be with a crying baby.Remember, crying is completely normal...
23/09/2025

Parents and carers, we know how exhausting and lonely it can be with a crying baby.

Remember, crying is completely normal, and this is how your baby communicates with you.

Keep your baby safe and keep yourself safe too.

Looking after your mental health matters. You are not alone.

Pick up the phone talk to someone, a trusted friend or neighbour or a family member, don’t be afraid to ask for help.

For more top tips, visit -
https://.nhs.uk/every-mind-matters/mental-wellbeing-tips/top-tips-to-improve-your-mental-wellbeing/

Looking to prepare for your baby’s arrival? Free antenatal classes are available for parents in Bedfordshire and Luton.T...
23/09/2025

Looking to prepare for your baby’s arrival? Free antenatal classes are available for parents in Bedfordshire and Luton.

These classes cover key topics like baby care, brain development, and wellbeing, and include practical tips from health professionals.

Choose from face-to-face, virtual, or self-led video sessions. Classes are recommended from 32 weeks pregnant and are available throughout the year.

📅 Book your spot now:
North Bedfordshire
Central Bedfordshire
South Bedfordshire
https://www.bedslutonchildrenshealth.nhs.uk/antenatal-classes

Parents and carers, we know how exhausting and lonely crying can feel. Remember:Crying is normalYou are not a bad parent...
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.

ICON WeekBabies cry; you can cope!Did you know, crying often increases around 2 weeks and peaks at 6–8 weeks.This phase ...
22/09/2025

ICON Week

Babies cry; you can cope!

Did you know, crying often increases around 2 weeks and peaks at 6–8 weeks.

This phase will pass, and please remember, you are not alone.

It’s OK to press the pause button. Give yourself permission to step away, put baby down in their safe space and take five minutes to do nothing but stare out of the window or make a cup of tea or have some water.

Look in the mirror and say, “I’ve got this, I can cope”

If you feel like it’s all getting too much, please reach out for support.

You can call our Bedfordshire and Luton Health Hub and speak to a health visitor on 0300 555 0606. We are open Monday – Friday, 9am – 5pm.

You can also find resources and advice on our Bedfordshire and Luton Children’s Health website - https://bedslutonchildrenshealth.nhs.uk/behaviour-emotions-and-mental-health/caring-for-your-crying-baby-icon/

It’s here – has officially begun!All babies cry, and it can feel really tough at times – but remember: babies cry, you...
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

Do you live in Central Bedfordshire and is your baby nearly 6 months old? It's time for your 6 month contact with our he...
22/09/2025

Do you live in Central Bedfordshire and is your baby nearly 6 months old?

It's time for your 6 month contact with our health visiting team.

You should soon receive a text message from us, allowing you to choose and book a session at a time that suits you.
If you haven’t received the link by the time your child is 5½ months old, please give us a call on 0300 555 0606 and we’ll be happy to book you in.

Safety at home - young babiesThe safest place to change your baby is on the floor, on a changing mat. Falls in young bab...
21/09/2025

Safety at home - young babies

The safest place to change your baby is on the floor, on a changing mat.

Falls in young babies can results in fractures (broken bones).

19/09/2025

Monday 22nd September marks the first day of ICON week!

ICON is all about helping people who care for babies to cope with crying.

You can find out more about ICON here - Home - ICON Cope

Our Bedfordshire and Luton 0-19 service (Health visitors) will be visiting different venues across Bedford and Luton during ICON week. It’s an opportunity for families to talk about how it feels to cope with a crying baby. Our staff will discuss strategies to use and signpost to relevant resources and where to get further help.

Monday 22nd September

10:00-12:00, Baby Days Flitwick Childrens Centre, Malham close MK451PU

09.30-11.30, Daisy Hill Family Hub, Hillgrounds Road, Bedford, MK42 8QH. Play and learn cruise and Breastfeeding support group

Tuesday 23rd September

09.30-11.30, Queens Park Family Hub, Marlborough Road, Bedford, MK40 4LE Play, cruise and learn, NCT and Breastfeeding support

13.30-15.30 Baby weigh session - Hockwell Ring Community Centre, Mayne Avenue, Luton LU4 9LB

13.30- 14.45 – Baby & Me session, Leighton Buzzard Children’s centre (in the grounds of) The Rushmere Park Academy, East Street, Leighton Buzzard, LU7 1EW

Wednesday 24th September

1.30-2.30, Sensory play session Luton Central library, St George’s Square, Luton, LU1 2NG

Thursday 25th September

09.30-11.30, Early days, St Francis Church, Carteret Road, Luton, LU2 9JZ

13.00-14.30, Baby and me and feeding support Downside CC, Oakwood Road, Dunstable, LU5 4AS

Friday 26th September

09.30-11.00, 0-5 stay and play Biggleswade Youth Centre, 137 Meade End, Biggleswade, SG18 8JU

09.30- 11.30, Play, learn & cruise, BF support and NCT, Pine Cones Family Hub, Slade Walk, Bedford, MK41 7SA

We look forward to seeing you soon.

19/09/2025

High blood pressure is known as the silent killer because it often has no symptoms. Protect your health by getting your blood pressure checked regularly!

If you’re 40 or older, you can check it easily at your local pharmacy or use the health kiosks at Luton Central Library, Inspire Port Village, or Harris Pharmacy.

Worried about your numbers? Don’t hesitate, contact your GP practice for advice.

19/09/2025

Did you know, you can self refer to the falls service if you have fallen or feel like you are at risk of a fall by contacting our single point of referral phone number- 0333 405 3000.

More information can be found by watching the video.

Our phone line will be closed for a short period of time, 11:30 - 12:30, to enable staff training and maintenance. Durin...
18/09/2025

Our phone line will be closed for a short period of time, 11:30 - 12:30, to enable staff training and maintenance. During this time, please feel free to email us at ccs.bedsandlutonchildrenshealthhub@nhs.net.
If you require urgent medical attention, please call either your GP, 111, or, in an emergency, 999. Thank you.

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The Poynt, 2-4 Poynters Road
Luton
LU40LA

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