Hampshire Healthy Families

04/02/2026

What early independence skills will support my child when the time comes to start school?

Watch our free "Two and Beyond – Early Independence" video to find out more about how you can support your child from the age of 2 years old to grow and develop these skills ➡️ https://www.hampshirehealthyfamilies.org.uk/two-and-beyond-videos

03/02/2026

We have two vacancies for a Community Health Development Worker within Hampshire Healthy Families⬇

As a Community Health Development Worker, you will:
➡ Improve child health and development by helping parents to provide a secure, nurturing and stimulating environment for their children.
➡ Deliver workshops and courses for families with children under 5.
➡ Support early years setting to implement the Hampshire Healthy Heroes workshops
➡ Support local communities to develop initiatives and resources that support the healthy development of young children and their families
➡ Promote healthy lifestyle choices through a community network of partners, champions, and volunteers
➡ Promote public health messages at community events and roadshows
➡ Work in partnership with public health colleagues to ensure best outcomes for children and their families

Find out more and apply now using the links below:
➡Gosport & Fareham – 21 hours: https://jobs.barnardos.org.uk/.../comm.../23359/description/

➡Andover & Wi******er – 18.5 hours: https://jobs.barnardos.org.uk/.../comm.../23358/description/

01/02/2026

From this week, Ready Steady Walk Basingstoke will be meeting on Tuesdays (instead of Wednesdays).

👣 Day: Tuesdays
👣Time: 1:00 PM
👣Meeting point: Waitrose & Partners entrance, Basing View, RG21 4YY

We can't wait to see you there!

31/01/2026

The World Health Organisation recommends a minimum of 180 minutes of movement per day for 1 to 5-year-olds. This includes:

🫟Messy play
👣Walking
🚴‍♂️Riding a bike
⚽️Ball games

For under 1's, 30 minutes of tummy time across the day is recommended.

To find out more about being healthy as a family come along to one of our FREE Family Food and Fun sessions in your local area. Book your free space at a session near you on the Hampshire Healthy Families website: https://www.hampshirehealthyfamilies.org.uk/family-food-fun-and-fitness

29/01/2026

Do you have a child aged 2 to 5? Have you watched our new Two and Beyond videos yet?

Across four videos, our Community Health Development Workers explore your child’s learning journey from the age of 2, including:

🚽Early independence
💬Speech, language and communication
💤Healthy lifestyle
😀Social and emotional
🏫Applying for school when the time comes

Watch now on the Hampshire Healthy Families website: https://www.hampshirehealthyfamilies.org.uk/two-and-beyond-videos

29/01/2026

‼️There is no lead walker for the Romsey walk on Thursday 29th January You are welcome to meet and walk without us‼️

28/01/2026

Don't forget to follow School Age Immunisation Team HIOW Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust for further vaccine updates

27/01/2026

We have two vacancies for a Community Health Development Worker within Hampshire Healthy Families⬇

Do you have the following:
➡A positive strength based approach
➡Experience of working with parents and young children.
➡Experience of delivering workshops and courses for families
➡Awareness of safeguarding and reporting processes
➡Ability to work independently and as part of a team
➡Demonstrate knowledge of attachment theory and application in practice.

Then we want to hear from you!

Find out more and apply now using the links below:
➡Gosport & Fareham – 21 hours: https://jobs.barnardos.org.uk/intranet/vacancy/community-health-development-worker-22409/23359/description/

➡Andover & Wi******er – 18.5 hours: https://jobs.barnardos.org.uk/intranet/vacancy/community-health-development-worker-22408/23358/description/

26/01/2026

Join our Five to Thrive – New Baby course online and learn how to support your baby’s brain development from the comfort of your own home! 🧠💛

This free-week course is perfect for new and first-time parents with babies aged 6 weeks to 6 months. Discover how everyday interactions Respond, Cuddle, Relax, Play, Talk can help your baby thrive.

💻 Delivered via Microsoft Teams
🥰4 sessions starting on Wednesday 4th February at 1:00 PM
🎟️ Book your free place on Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1977385420021?aff=oddtdtcreator

25/01/2026

New to parenthood? Fresh air can work wonders 👶🌿

Discover your local Ready Steady Walk on the Hampshire Healthy Families website: https://www.hampshirehealthyfamilies.org.uk/ready-steady-walk

22/01/2026

Hear from Becky on why toilet training is so important and where you can get extra support⬆️

Watch the full video on early independence skills, including top tips for toilet training, on the Hampshire Healthy Families website: https://www.hampshirehealthyfamilies.org.uk/two-and-beyond-videos

22/01/2026