Preparation to Parenthood sessions- Mackworth

The preparation to parenthood sessions are held over a 3 week period. You can attend all three or just come along to the ones you want.

Come and meet the Derby City Health Visiting and the Family Hub teams at our preparation for parenthood sessions.

We are running a rolling programme of three weekly sessions to share important information and skills to help expectant parents on their journey into parenthood. All expectant parents are welcome!

Each session will be approximately 2 hours long.

• Week 1 – Friday 9th January 2026- Introduction to the Health Visiting and Family Hub service. Baby brain development and bonding during pregnancy. Information about the Red Book, immunisations, and health checks that are needed in the first months of life.
• Week 2 – Friday 16th January 2026-- Information and practical demonstrations on safe sleep, safety, safe handling of babies, dressing and bathing. How to support your baby’s brain development.
• Week 3 –Friday 23rd January 2026-- ‘Feeding your baby’ session, led by the Infant Feeding Team

Alternatively, you can just turn up. You can attend all three sessions or just the ones in which you are interested.