Best Start Family Hub Brentford (East)

If a session needs booking please contact the number given or contact Best Start Family Hub Brentford  on 020 8583 5760 or email: familyhub@hounslow.gov.uk

No sessions: 29 July or 31 August

Date and time: Tuesday 18 August 1.30 to 2.30pm

Notes: booking required, please contact the Family Hub.

Session details: Parents and children will explore food choices, boost confidence in everyday meals, and pick up simple tips they can use at home straight away – all in a friendly, supportive environment.

Age: 0 to 5 years

Time: 1.15 to 2.30pm

Session details: A welcoming session for parents, carers, and young children to play and learn together. Enjoy a range of activities in a safe space, with adults encouraged to join in. Connect with other families and staff while supporting early learning, social skills, and confidence. Speak to a member of staff if you have concerns about your child’s development.

Maternal Mood Clinic - By appointment only

Time: 1:30pm - 3:30pm

Session Detail: Run by the Health Visiting Team. Looking at maternal mood, the babies health and wellbeing. To make an appointment call: 020 8973 3490

Age: 0 to 19 or 25 years with SEND

Time: 3 to 5pm

Session details: Family Navigators support families and professionals, connecting the community with Family Hub services. If you need help or support please call 020 8583 2991or email the Family Hub. Find out more about Family Navigators here

Note: Items for children aged 0 to 5 years

Time: 3 to 4pm

Session details: Donations from one family to another. This includes clothes, toys and equipment. Collection and drop off's are welcome.

Time: 9.30am to 1pm

Notes: Please speak to your Health Visitor or Midwife to book a session.

Age: 0 to 19 or 25 years with SEND

Time: 10 to 12pm

Session details: Family Navigators support families and professionals, connecting the community with Family Hub services. If you need help or support please call 07973 764431or email the Family Hub. Find out more about Family Navigators here

Age: 0 to 5 years with additional needs

Time: 10 to 12pm

Notes: Booking required. This session is not led by staff, but are available if you need any support.

Session details: A quiet space for children with SEND or additional needs, filled with sensory equipment to help them explore and learn.

Age: Families with children aged 2 to 5 years

Time: 11am to 12.30pm. NCT led Meeting at 11am at the Watermans Centre Bus Stop (Riverside), High Street, Brentford.

Session details: NCT-led buggy-friendly walk. We'll take a gentle stroll to the Brentford Family Hub, arriving around 11.30am. There, you can relax with a cup of tea, let your little ones play, and connect with other parents. NCT trained peer supporters will be available to discuss any infant feeding concerns you may have.

Time: 9am to 3pm - No session on 29 July

Notes: By appointments only via Midwife. Run by West Mid Maternity Department.

Age: Non walkers

Time: 10 to 11.15am

Notes: By referral only. Delivered by the Parent and Infant Relationship Service (PAIRS)

Session details: A baby group for non-walkers and their parents/carers to play together, talk, listen and connect. For further information contact the Family Hub

Age: 0 to 5 years

Time: 10 to 11.15am

Session details: A fun, stimulating and safe environment for parents and children (0-5 years) to take part in together. If you have concerns regarding your child’s development, please speak to a member of staff.

Time: 11.30am to 3pm

Notes: Appointment only with a Health Visitor. Please ring 0203 808 3380

Age: 2 to 5 years

Time: 2 to 5pm

Notes: By appointment only. To book an appointment or for further information please contact the Family Hub.

Session details: Parents and carers can gain support regarding their child’s emotional wellbeing and early relationships, from the Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service (CAMHS) Under 5s team. A member of the CAMHS team can listen to and support parents/ carers with any queries. The team can also explore whether any further support may be required from CAMHS or other services.

Age: 0 - 19 years (or 25 years with SEND)

Time: 3 to 5pm

Session details: The team will be in the local area doing youth outreach, using the Family Hub as a base to engage with young people from the local community. The team will provide advice, mentoring and activities for young people. The team may not always be in the Family Hub but will be close-by to come back to meet residents and young people. Contact details will be signposted on the doors.

9.40am to 2.20pm

Session details: Postnatal Clinic with West Middlesex Hospital Midwife, by appointment only.

Thursday 10am to 3pm 6 August.

Prebooked appointments and drop-ins available. Monday between 9.30am to 3.30pm, 20 July.

Triple P for Baby Course (Booking Required).

Whether you’re pregnant or your baby is already here, Triple P for Baby helps parents and carers who are looking for tips and ideas to help them navigate the challenges that come with having a new baby. It’s a toolbox of proven, positive strategies with a variety of practical ways to promote your baby’s development, build a stronger bond and support their emotional and physical health. Families need to commit to attending all 4 sessions. Find out more...

Video Interaction Guidance (VIG) (Booking Required)

VIG is a strengths-based approach that uses video recordings to help support relationships between parents and their babies or toddlers. A trained practitioner will film the family together and then show those moments of connection back, in order to build confidence and support positive change.

Delivered by the Parent and Infant Relationship Service (PAIRS) Team.

Age: suitable for parents/ carers with babies from 6 weeks to 6 months.

A 5-week course to learn how to use nurturing touch to help you and your baby feel more relaxed together. Up to 8 families per group. Booking is required by emailing the Family Hub.

Parent Carer Panel (Booking Required).

We invite mums, dads, grandparents, and carers to join us and learn about Family Hub services. It’s a chance to share your experiences and help shape the services we offer. The groups are relaxed and friendly, with refreshments and a crèche provided. Find out more...