Together for Families Cornwall

Whooping cough (pertussis) cases are currently very high, & the disease can be life-threatening for newborn babies. If you're pregnant, it's important to take up the #Pertussis vaccine when offered. It helps protect your baby in their first weeks of life ukhsa.blog.gov.uk/2024/04/12/wha…

Breastfeeding Peer Support Groups run on Mondays in Liskeard, Redruth and Saltash, Tuesdays in Camborne, Launceston and Newquay, Wednesdays in Penzance, St Dennis and Wadebridge, Thursdays in Bude, Hayle, St Austell, Truro and Fridays in Bodmin, Callington, Falmouth and Helston!

If you are expecting a baby in Cornwall, there is a lot of breastfeeding support available! You can make new friends who have babies the same age as yours and get advice and support at our Breastfeeding Peer Support groups. Find out more : cornwall.gov.uk/breastfeeding 1/2

💙 Interested in becoming a Shared Lives carer like Jo? She helps Lynn and Florentina live independently in her home, while also earning a wage and receiving support from @SharedLivesSW. Learn more at ➡️ orlo.uk/Shared_Lives_S…

👪 Thinking about adopting? Book a place at one of @AdoptSouthWest's online events to find out more. 💟 Meet the friendly team who are experienced adoption social workers 💟 Learn about the application process 💟 Ask questions 🔗 orlo.uk/Adoption_Infor…

👨‍👩‍👦 Parents and caregivers, your feedback matters! Share your thoughts on childcare provision in our brief survey. Help us understand your needs and challenges. Take part here ➡️ orlo.uk/Childcare_Prov… ⏳ Survey closes on April 28.

FREE Time2Move Activity Clubs start next week! 👇 🤸‍♀️ Sessions are available for children aged 4-11 in a towns throughout Cornwall. ❗️📲 Booking is essential 👉 orlo.uk/Healthy_Cornwa… Or call or email 📞 01872 324200 📧 healthy.cornwall@cornwall.gov.uk

This is the last week before our Childcare Provision Parent Survey closes. We want to hear your thoughts about childcare in Cornwall! Please take part here: letstalk.cornwall.gov.uk/.../survey-too…. The survey closes on Sunday.

As of this month, eligible working parents of 2-year-olds are now accessing 15 hours of childcare. Over 195,000 more children are benefitting, giving their parents the flexibility to balance work and family life. Click below to find out more on government-funded childcare ⬇️

Pandas just being pandas while a zookeeper desperately tries to rake leaves is the best video on the internet

Our Students are super excited to take part!! #Falmouth #FalmouthFamily

@FLLUK @schoolfalmouth @Porthleven_Sch @TruroHigh We would like to say a huge thank you to all the sponsors who have helped get the four #Cornish school teams into the @FLLUK FIRST Lego League National Competition UK Final this weekend! @RoweIT Find out more about the The FIRST Lego League here: firstlegoleague.org 2/2

The @FLLUK FIRST Lego League National Competition is in Harrogate this weekend! #Cornwall has four amazing teams who have made it through this year. Well done @schoolfalmouth, @Porthleven_Sch, Darite Primary School and @TruroHigh! We wish them all luck in the competition! 1/2

Anxiety can present itself in so many ways. 💡 innsightful_

If you're making plans for any holidays abroad this year, it's important to make sure you're up to date with #vaccinations, like the #MMR vaccine, before you travel. Dr Anjali Pai, Consultant in Health Protection & Border Health Lead shares more useful info 🔽 #TravelHealth 🧳✈

#TheBigAmbition heard about positive experiences of children's social care, but many children shared their frustrations. Everyone working with children must re-double their commitment to ensure every child is not only safe but feels loved and cherished. childrenscommissioner.gov.uk/blog/the-big-a…

Older children’s toys have a habit of getting everywhere and can be especially appealing to curious little ones. Having designated spaces or times where these toys can be played with may help keep your older child happy and your smaller child safe. #ChildSafety #ChildHealth

💬 Making young people feel safer, improving access to mental health support, and creating fun places to hang out. These are just some of the goals for 2024/25 outlined by the 10 new members of Cornwall Youth Council. More on this ➡️ orlo.uk/New_Youth_Coun…

Child Safety Week 2024 runs from Monday 3rd to Sunday 9th June, with the theme Safety. Sorted! And now your free Child Safety Week resources have arrived so you can get your planning sorted! Get your free resources: capt.org.uk/resource-centr… #ChildSafetyWeek #SafetySorted

Looking to start your career in healthcare?💊 A fantastic opportunity has arisen with the NHS in Cornwall for students to register their interest in supported internships this year. Find out more - cornwall-opportunities.co.uk/post-16-send/s… @CornwallCollege @TFFCornwall @ciosicb