Lancashire Health Visiting and School Nursing

25/03/2026

Why is rearward-facing travel safest for babies and young children? 👶

Children travelling forward-facing can be thrown forwards in a head-on collision. That puts stress on the fragile head and neck, which can lead to serious injury.

If your child is travelling rear-facing, the car seat spreads the forces across the whole back, protecting the delicate head and neck. As 70% of accidents are frontal collisions, it's safest for children to travel rearward-facing until their muscles and bones have properly developed.

Rear-facing is always safest, no matter what their age so the longer you can find a rear-facing car seat that fits your child's height and weight requirements the better.

To find out more about general car seat safety advice (and the law!) take a look at the links below, including one about rear-facing car seats up to 36kg by WHICH.

https://www.which.co.uk/reviews/child-car-seats/article/best-extended-rear-facing-baby-or-child-car-seats-aFotf0W2b3e8 (rear-facing car seat reviews)

https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/baby/first-aid-and-safety/safety/choosing-a-baby-car-seat/ (NHS)

https://www.lullabytrust.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/9-car-seat-factsheet-2019-09-09-1.pdf (Lullaby Trust)

https://www.capt.org.uk/car-safety (Child Accident Prevention Trust)

24/03/2026

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23/03/2026

🌟 Your Child’s 3–3.5 Year Review 🧸🌈💛
Your little one is growing into a confident, curious preschooler — such an exciting stage! ✨
No need to book — we’ll contact you to arrange your child’s 3–3.5 year review.
During this review, we’ll chat about:
🦷 Oral health
😴 Safe sleep
🎒 School readiness
🚽 Toilet training
🗣️ Speech & language development
It’s a great opportunity to talk about your child’s progress, ask questions, and get support as they get closer to starting school. 💛

20/03/2026

It's World Oral Health Day 2026! 😬

Check out top tips on looking after your little ones teeth...

20/03/2026

🌙 This Eid, we’re celebrating families, togetherness, and community.

As families mark this special time, we’re here to support parents every step of the way with trusted guidance and culturally responsive care.

Discover expert-backed support for you and your family, whenever you need it.
Free 24/7 support through pregnancy, birth, feeding, early parenting, and beyond.

Download our partners at Anya app now to get started ➡️

19/03/2026

🌿 Fresh air, space to move, and time to explore can be great for children and parents alike.

Spring is a good opportunity to build little outdoor moments into your routine - whether that’s a walk around the block, time in the garden, or a trip to your local green space.

There’s no pressure to plan activities. Let your child explore at their own pace and enjoy the time together.

👣 Find a nearby park or green space to explore here: https://bit.ly/4u1FyBc

19/03/2026

Did you know?

There are qualified Lactation Consultants working alongside your Lancashire Health Visiting Team.

You have access to specialist breastfeeding support, as part of the Community Infant Feeding Team for FREE should you need it, as part of your Health Visiting Service.

An International Board-Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) is the highest level of breastfeeding support, and they have very specific training. IBCLC’s can support you with more complicated issues such as faltering growth, tongue tie assessment, breastfeeding problems, reflux, non latching baby, etc.

To access this support for FREE, chat with your Health Visitor:

☎️ 0300 247 0040

https://lancschildandfamily.co.uk/feeding-your-baby-postnatal-information/

18/03/2026

🌟 Your Child’s 2–2.5 Year Review 🧸💛✨
Your little one is growing into a confident, curious toddler — such an exciting stage! 🌈
No need to book — we’ll contact you to arrange your child’s 2–2.5 year review.
We’ll chat about:
🗣️ Speech and language
🏃‍♂️ Physical skills and play
🍎 Eating, drinking, and daily routines
💛 Emotional wellbeing and behaviour
❓ Any questions you may have as your child becomes more independent

More early‑years posts coming soon! 🌟

17/03/2026

🌟 Your Baby’s Before 1‑Year Visit 👶💛🎉
Your little one’s first birthday is just around the corner — what an exciting milestone! 🎂✨
We’re here to support you as your baby grows, learns, and becomes even more curious about the world.
No need to book — we’ll contact you to arrange your Before 1‑Year Visit.
We’ll chat about:
🧠 Development and new skills
🥄 Eating, feeding, and moving on with solids
🏃‍♀️ Becoming more active and exploring
💛 Your wellbeing
❓ Any questions you may have
More early‑years updates coming your way soon! 🌈

16/03/2026

Spring bugs like Hand, Foot & Mouth are common in young children and can spread quickly in nurseries and schools.

Here are the symptoms to watch out for:

• Fever or sore throat
• Small spots or blisters on hands, feet or in the mouth
• Feeling tired or off their food

If your child has any of these symptoms, it's important to help prevent the spread, by:
• Encouraging regular hand-washing
• Cleaning shared toys and surfaces
• Keeping children at home if they’re unwell

Most cases get better with rest and fluids, but it’s important to know when to get help.

For more guidance on Hand, Foot & Mouth, visit: https://bit.ly/3OE9DX7

If you’re worried about your child or symptoms persist, contact NHS 111 or your local health service for advice.

16/03/2026

Are you expecting a baby? 🤰👶
Do you live in Lancashire?

Thursday afternoons - come and join us! And bring a partner!

Information and top tips for expectant parents, delivered by Infant Feeding Specialists and Lactation Consultants.

🎦LIVE and Interactive Virtual Group –
Antenatal Infant Feeding - Thursday 12.30-2pm (twice per month)

✅ Pre-recorded online session available via our website
✅ There is also our Bump, Birth & Beyond groups, some of which are held face to face.

Get in touch for more information or to book onto one of our live groups via your Health Visiting Service:
☎️ 0300 247 0040
📧 vcl.019.SinglePointOfAccess@nhs.net.
🌐 https://lancschildandfamily.co.uk/services/virtual-groups/
📱Download our new app! 'Lancashire Child and Family'

15/03/2026

is coming to a close, you can find more Safer Sleep information here:

The Lullaby Trust is a charity dedicated to keeping babies safe and grieving families supported. We give families a safer start to life...