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    Start for life - first 1001 days

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    Give your child the best start in life. Useful websites for parents to be and new parents/carers about pregnancy, birth, feeding, weaning, baby health and development, early learning and education, childcare, child safety and activities and things to do. 

    You can also download a pdf version of our Start for Life offer (PDF, 8 MB)(opens new window). 

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    Pregnancy

    Information for mothers to be and expectant parents including maternity services, staying healthy and preparing for the birth.

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    Birth

    Information for new parents including how to register a birth, keeping well after birth and giving your baby the best start in life.

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    Feeding and weaning

    Feeding a new baby can be overwhelming at first. Advice for new parents on feeding your baby and then when to move on to weaning.

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    Baby health and development

    How to keep your baby healthy and information to help you with your baby's development including learning to talk and play and learning.
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    Early learning and education

    Support for parents to develop children's learning and how to access free early education.
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    Activities, classes and things to do

    Activities and things to do with babies and young children in Gateshead.

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    Childcare

    Information for parents and carers about childcare options in Gateshead and financial support to pay for childcare.

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    SEND 0-25

    The Gateshead Local Offer has information about services and support, and advice and guidance on education, health, social care and transport for children and young people aged 0-25 years with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) and their families.
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    Child safety

    Links to useful information to help you keep your children and young people safe includes how to report any concerns about a child.

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    Support for adults

    Advice and support on a wide range of topics, such as financial help, housing, advice on getting into work, health and wellbeing and help with relationships.