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Who is Being Dad for? Greenwich Being Dad groups are free for men who live in the borough of Greenwich and: Are expectant dads. Are new dads with a child under two years old. Are male caregivers such as a grandparent of young children up to the age of two. Stay-at-home, working, adoptive and foster dads and step-fathers are all welcome. Topics covered include: Understanding your parenting identity/style. Supporting your partner in your new…

Define Fine has been created by a small, committed team of parents and professionals who have lived experience of school attendance difficulties    We are a parent/carer-led organisation set up in response to the growing number of children and young people who experience school attendance difficulties. This is sometimes referred to as ‘school refusal’, or emotionally based school…

This is a transformative program tailored for young new and expectants mothers, aiming to provide a positive start to parenthood.Through this initiative, participants will; Receive information that will empower them Access advice from healthcare professionals Find opportunities to connect with fellow moms Receive support to manage overwhelm and anxiety and regain their wellbeing Be open to a nurturing space for shared experiences Take part in parenthood workshops Have the opportunity to explore…

This course aims to provide young parents with an information about parenting. Parents can get help during their pregnancies, childbirths, and early childhood from this insightful resource. The course material aims to cover information that will enable new parents to engage with useful community resources, professionals and receive advice and direction. By giving them effective and practical anxiety management skills, this will assist people in regaining their…

Greenwich Borough's information service for families with children and young people aged 0-19 (to 25 for young people with a disability or additional need). Offers information about childcare, activities and family support services. Provides a comprehensive outreach service. Also provides information on parental employment and benefits. Offers transition support for families with children due to move into primary or secondary education. Also offers targeted support for young parents and families with disabled children by coordinating the…

Family pressures can sometimes be difficult to manage without emotional support and guidance to help. Many people feel confused by what information is available or struggle to access services close to home. Our free FamilyLine service tackles these issues in a new and innovative way by using a network of volunteers from across the country to support family members over the age of 18 through telephone calls, email, web chat and text message. The service aims to: …

Why not access our free, online and innovative Parents Together Programme? Based on our forty years experience working with parents and families and at your own pace, you can work through our six interactive blocks filled with helpful techniques and ideas that we know will help you become a more confident and happy parent.  Please note that this course is suitable for families with children aged 5 years old and under. Modules on the course: Promoting wellbeing The power of…

Parent Talk offers free, down-to-earth advice for parents of children aged 0-19 online across the UK You can browse our articles on the most common parenting questions, written by our experts. Or you can talk 1:1 via live chat with a qualified parenting coach about anything that’s worrying…

Parenting advice from our child mental health experts Practical tips to support children’s wellbeing and manage behaviour. The service provides one-to-one and/or group counselling sessions for children and 'Place for Parents' counselling for parents. Looking for practical advice to help you support your primary school age children and manage behaviour? Want some tried and tested tips parents have found helpful? Parenting Smart offers practical advice for parents and carers of children aged 4-11. All of our…

We offer FREE advice and support services for parents of children aged 10- 19, (or up to 25 if your child has SEND), who live in the Royal Borough of Greenwich.Our services empower and equip parents with the tools to effectively navigate the changing relationships with their teens and improve their well-being in the process.We provide a non-judgemental space for parents to connect, share and grow together. Our approach is unique because it’s less focused on your ‘parenting style’, and more on YOU as an individual; what you need, what drives you and what…