Vaccination is the most important thing we can do to protect ourselves and our children against ill health. They prevent up to 3 million deaths worldwide every year. 

Here are some useful links so that you can prepare for the appointments and what follows:

• Preparing for a vaccination appointment
• What to expect after vaccination
• Vaccine safety - The Green Book

Our Nurses offer full information on each vaccine and it's safety, if you are still unsure or would like some advice on what happens during and after a vaccination, call reception to book an appointment.

If you are a new parent this section can offer information on common issues and also has some useful sites to help your journey run smoothly.

• Breastfeeding - is my baby getting enough milk?
• Breastfeeding & Breast pain - not sure what your pain means?
• Breastfeeding positioning - is my baby positioned right?
• Bottle feeding - tips on bottles, sterilising and formula.
• Coping with crying - is my babies crying normal?
• Weening & Nutrition - advice on how to introduce solid foods.
• Sleeping - advice on how much sleep babies need to helping them drift off.
• Twins, triplets & more - advice on pregnancy right up to teen years for multiple birth parents.
• New fathers - advice and tips on how to help mum and baby.

Health Visitors: 03000295050 (Mon-Fri 9.30am - 5.30pm except bank holidays)

Breastfeeding helpline: 03001000212 (9.30am to 9.30pm everyday)

Twinline: 08001380509 (Mon-Fri 10am-1pm & 7pm-10pm)