Other support for children and families
Explore trusted services offering dedicated health and wellbeing support and resources for children, young people, and their families.
Bedford and Central Bedfordshire services
- Children’s health services
Health Visitors assist parents with children under 5 years, offering support for parenting, infant feeding, and maternal mental health. School Nurses provide support virtually or in schools, focusing on exam pressure, relationships, and other health needs for young people aged 5 – 19 years. - Parentline: confidential advice for parents
Parentline is a confidential text messaging service for parents and carers of children from birth – 19 years. Receive advice on topics like weaning, sleep, and emotional health. Text 07507 331456 (Monday to Friday, between 9 am and 4:30 pm) to start your conversation. - ChatHealth: text service for young people
ChatHealth offers young people aged 11 – 19 years with confidential text messaging support for mental health, relationships, and more. Text 07507 331450 to chat with a school nurse and access guidance on a wide range of topics.
Milton Keynes Services
- Children’s health services
Supporting pregnant women, families, and young people aged 0 – 19 years, the Milton Keynes 0-19 team provides support to help you make informed health and wellbeing decisions for your family. - Family Lives: supporting family life
Connect with Family Lives for parenting and family support via online chat, email, or the confidential helpline at 0808 800 2222. Access advice for all family-related challenges. - ChatHealth: text services for young people
Young people in Milton Keynes aged 11-19 years can text 07480 635517 to connect with local school nurses for confidential support on mental health, relationships, and access support on a range of topics.
Additional resources
- Mental Health
Read more on the available support for children and young people’s mental health and wellbeing. - Oral Health
Protecting your child’s teeth from an early age is key to building lifelong healthy habits. From brushing tips and choosing the right toothpaste to advice on healthy snacks and dental visits, discover practical hints to keep your child’s smile bright and strong.
If you are an adult and would like advice, visit the NHS website, they have information on healthy teeth and gums.