Articles on Family Information Service (175)
Crying & colic
Understanding why All babies cry, especially in the first few weeks after birth. Crying is their way of letting you know they need something or are uncomfortable. They may need changing, they may be hungry or just need a cuddle. If your baby cries suddenly…Detached
Newham’s Detached Youth Work Team are based primarily in Stratford providing youth work support to young people in their environment, and on their terms. We typically work on the street, in parks, pitches, shops, malls and cafes etc. The nature of our work means we…Diarrhoea & vomiting
Not nice for you or your baby Sickness and diarrhoea bugs are caught easily and are often passed on in places where there are lots of children. Feeling sick and suddenly being sick are normally the first signs. Diarrhoea can follow afterwards. If your…Document Library
This Documents Library makes it easier and quicker for parent-carers and partners working in SEND to be able to quickly find the latest versions of guidance documents or templatesand SEND policies Some documents related to specific services or teams e.g. referral forms or team policies…Documents needed for entry to school
Before your child starts school, you will have an admission meeting with the head teacher. You will need to take some documents to that meeting. You must give the school these documents before your child can start.Duke of Edinburgh Award
Duke of Edinburgh Awards The Duke of Edinburgh Award scheme - or D of E - is a life-changing experience. A fun time with friends. An opportunity to discover new interests and talents. A tool to develop essential skills for life and work. A recognised…Earache & tonsillitis
A baby’s ears need to be treated with care Ear infections are common in babies and toddlers following a cold. A child may pull at their ear, but babies often cannot tell where their pain is coming from, so they just cry and seem generally…The Early Help Hub
The Early Help Hub provides co-ordinated support for children, young people and families at any point in their lives. We work alongside families to get the right help that they need, working in partnership with other agencies to build a community of support to reduce…