Baby on the way
Information and advice to help you stay healthy and prepare for the arrival of your baby.
Whether you are planning for pregnancy or you already know you are expecting a baby, you will have lots of questions and want to find out as much as you can.
These pages will help you navigate your journey with information and services to support you and your growing family.
You can also drop in to your local children’s centre or family hub to speak to staff who can signpost you to the information and services you need or speak to your midwife with any concerns or queries.
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Free vitamins
In Islington, mums to be and those with a child under 1, and children aged 3 and under receive free vitamins
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Preparing for a baby
Advice and practical steps for when you are expecting a child
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Stay healthy in pregnancy
NHS has advice for you in pregnancy including a week-by-week guide and advice for partners
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Mental wellbeing
Information and services to support your mental wellbeing in pregnancy
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Thinking about childcare
Information about finding and choosing childcare
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Next steps on early months
Find out more from feeding to sleep, colic to crying and minor illnesses - support for those early new-born days right through to weaning and walking