Did you know . . .

. . . all Hertfordshire Family Centres are part of the UNICEF Baby Friendly Initiative?  We were also reaccredited by UNICEF again in July this year. This means the staff are trained and able to provide qualified and expert advice on all infant feeding options – be that breastfeeding, bottle feeding or starting your baby on solids.

There are strict guidelines by being part of this initiative and so many mums have said what a help it’s been to be able to receive such great support. There is lots on offer for new and expectant parents such as:

• Preparing for Parenthood course for all expectant parents – more detail here
• Regular breastfeeding groups at all family centres – dates and times on the area timetables here
• Various baby and toddler groups
• Baby self-weigh stations 

Find your nearest Family Centre here and if you work with families, make sure they sign up for the free events happening near them! You can also download family centre leaflets from the Herts Grid.