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Best Start in Life logo Parents and carers play a vital role in helping children and young people thrive. This page brings together information, guidance and resources to support you at every stage of your journey. Whether you're looking for practical advice, answers to common questions or ways to get involved, you'll find everything you need here to help your child feel confident, supported and ready to succeed.

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New parents

Advice and support for new parents.

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Parenting support

Advice and support for parents and carers on the Talk Community website.

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Health Visiting Service

Find out about Wye Valley NHS Trust's Health Visiting Service.

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Early help and support

Early help and support for families in Herefordshire.

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Health and wellbeing

Advice and support on keeping healthy.

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Mental health support

Advice and support with your mental health and emotional wellbeing.

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Urgent help

How to get urgent mental health support.

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Healthy Start NHS

Get help to buy food and milk through the Healthy Start scheme.

NHS Best Start in Life

Trusted health advice and guidance for parents.

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SEND support for families

Herefordshire's local offer for children with special educational needs and disabilities.

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Money worries

Help and advice through the Money on your mind website.

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Online courses

Courses for parents, carers and grandparents.

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Support for Dads

Advice and support for Dads.

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Support for couples

Advice and support for new or expecting parents.

CBeebies parenting tips

BBC CBeebies expert resources to help parents and carers prepare their child for nursery and school.