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Best Start in Life logo Welcome to the Best Start in Life Herefordshire.

The place for trusted advice and information to help keep you and your baby happy and healthy during pregnancy, birth and parenthood.

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Pregnancy

Preparing for having a baby.

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Babies and toddlers

Advice and support for parents of babies, toddlers and young children.

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Parent and carer support

Advice and support for parents and carers.

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What's on and things to do

Events and activities in Herefordshire for children and families.

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Local Family Hubs

Parenting, health and school readiness support and services.

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Virtual Family Hub

Useful tips about health and wellbeing, family life, your child's development and keeping safe.

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Childcare

Find out about early education and childcare in Herefordshire.

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Teenagers

Advice and support for children and young people aged 11 – 24 years.

NHS advice and support

Advice and support for your child's health and wellbeing.