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.

    Website
    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.

    Website
    Start for Life

  • Kooth

    Free anonymous online chat for young people to discuss mental health issues.

    Website
    kooth.com

  • Gloucester Youth Support Team

    We aim to offer quick, responsive and effective intervention to vulnerable young people. We work with them and their families to identify the best support for them within their own communities.

    Phone
    01452 547540

    Website
    www.youthsupportteam.co.uk

  • National Autistic Society

    Gloucestershire branch of the National Autistic Society offers help, support and information to parents, carers, and their families.

    Phone (Monday to Thursday, 10:00-16:00 and Friday, 09:00-15:00)
    0808 800 4104

    Parent to Parent Support Line
    0808 800 4104

    Website
    National Autistic Society

  • Happy Maps

    Happy Maps offer information and advice for all ages from babies to young adults.

    Website
    www.happymaps.co.uk

  • The Mix

    The Mix is the UK’s free, confidential helpline service for young people under 25 who need help, but don’t know where to turn.

    Phone
    0808 808 4994

    Website
    www.themix.org.uk

  • Childhood Bowel and Bladder Issues

    The Eric website is a very useful resource if you have issues around childhood bowel and bladder issues, with information about bedwetting, constipation and soiling, and daytime bladder problems.

    Website
    www.eric.org.uk

  • Gloucester Autism Support Group (GASP)

    A supportive group for those with a child who is on the Autistic Spectrum or thinks might be. It meets on the second Tuesday of the month from 10am to midday at the Spring Centre, Quedgeley.

    Phone
    01452 725935

    Website
    www.netmums.com/gasp

  • School Exclusion for Infections

    Information about common childhood infections and whether or not children should go to school.

    Website
    patient.info

  • Tooth Decay in Children

    In children aged 5 and above, the biggest cause of admission to hospital is for dental extraction for tooth decay. We need to talk about sugar.

    Website
    www.rewardsproject.org

  • Caring for Children with Coughs

    This leaflet contains information about how to look after a child who has a cough (not due to asthma).

    Website
    www.bristol.ac.uk

  • Potty Training

    Please talk to your health visitor if you need additional support and advice.

    Website
    www.eric.org.uk/potty-training

  • Find out More About Health Visitors

    Health visitors are registered nurses or midwives from a wide range of backgrounds with a wealth of experience.

    Website
    CAMHS Parent Support Team

  • Healthy Start

    With Healthy Start, you get free vouchers every week to spend on milk, plain fresh and frozen fruit and vegetables, and infant formula milk. You can also get free vitamins. You could qualify if you’re on benefits, or if you’re pregnant and under 18.

    Website
    Healthy Start

  • How to Calm a Child with Autism

    How to Calm a Child with Autism

    Website
    www.verywellhealth.com

    Create a Sensory Safe Yard for Children with Special Needs

    Website
    www.wikilawn.com