Child health

  • Rashes in babies and children

    Many things can cause a rash in babies and children, and they’re often nothing to worry about.

    The NHS provide support for identifying some of the common rashes in babies and children.

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    NHS: Rashes in babies and children

  • NHS vaccinations and when to have them

    It’s important that vaccines are given on time for the best protection. Check the dates your child needs to have their vaccinations by and contact your GP.

    Website
    NHS vaccinations and when to have them

  • Start for Life

    Trusted NHS help and advice during pregnancy, birth and parenthood.

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    Start for Life

  • Hertfordshire family centres

    The family centre service can help before your baby’s born, right through to when they want to play and get messy. Anyone can come along, whether you’re coping fine or having a struggle.

    Website
    www.hertsfamilycentres.org

  • Childline

    Childline is a free, private and confidential service where you can talk about anything.

    Website
    www.childline.org.uk

  • The Children’s Sleep Charity

    The Children’s Sleep Charity is a national, award-winning charity supporting children with sleep issues. Support for families and accredited training for professionals and commercial organisations is provided.

    Website
    www.thechildrenssleepcharity.org.uk

  • Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS)

    CAMHS is delivered across the whole of Hertfordshire. The service provides interventions for moderate/severe emotional and behavioural difficulties in children and adolescents. Their teams also offer specialist interventions for other mental health difficulties including anorexia and schizophrenia.

    Website
    www.hpftcamhs.nhs.uk