Preparing for parenthood
Support and guidance to help you get ready emotionally and practically, with trusted resources on pregnancy wellbeing, planning, and early bonding with your baby.
Preparing for pregnancy, labour and the early days of parenthood can feel exciting but also overwhelming.
This section brings together trusted, NHS guidance to help you feel informed, supported and emotionally prepared throughout your pregnancy journey.
Explore resources on perinatal mental health, physical wellbeing, birth planning and managing common worries like fear of birth or anxiety.
You’ll also find practical tools such as the Perinatal Support Poster, the Perinatal Mental Health Birth Plan guide, the Perinatal Physical Health and Wellbeing guide - all designed to help you navigate pregnancy and delivery with confidence.
Support for understanding infant crying and staying calm, with simple steps to reduce stress and keep your baby safe.
Help and support for families
Advice and support around drinking alcohol
Click the links below to find out more:
Specialist support helping young parents navigate pregnancy with confidence and care.
Liverpool Teenage Pregnancy
Dedicated support for young parents in Liverpool, offering personalised guidance, health visiting help and practical assistance throughout pregnancy and early parenting.
Sefton Teenage Pregnancy
Local support for teenage parents in Sefton, providing tailored guidance, health advice and early help to navigate pregnancy and caring for a new baby.