Baby Aware
Resource
Manual for East Dunbartonshire
Baby Aware Resource Manual for East Dunbartonshire HSCP: Bearsden, Milngavie, Bishopbriggs, Kirkintilloch, Lennoxtown, Milton of Campsie, Torrance and Twechar
Information correct January 2017. Document review date: January 2019 All of the groups and organisations listed in this manual are not necessarily affiliated with NHSGGC
Did you know how clever your tiny baby is…. ….your baby can talk to you as soon as he is born, without using any words at all! Keep watching your baby, you will see how much he looks at you, how much he copies you, how much he listens to you, how much he smiles at you and how much he talks back in baby talk. So, Keep watching your baby Keep talking to your baby Sing to your baby Tell stories to your baby Look at books with your baby Play games with your baby
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Index
Activities Page 3
Health Visitors’ Services Page 7
Infant Feeding Support (including Page 8 breastfeeding, Formula Feeding and Starting Solids/Weaning Support & Healthy Start) The Minor Ailment Scheme (MAS) Page 12
GP Surgeries Page 12
NHS 24 Scotland Page 13
Health Improvement Team Page 13
Oral Health Page 14
Parenting and Family Support Page 14
Help to Stop Smoking Page 15
Fitness and Weight Management Page 16
Asset Map Page 16
Online Resources Page 17
Stress/Post-Natal Support Page 18
Financial Advice and Support Page 20
Toddler Groups Page 24
Day Nurseries Page 29
Child Home Safety Checklist Page 30
Page 2 Information correct as of January 2017. Document review date January 2019. All of the groups and organisations listed in this manual are not necessarily affiliated with NHSGGC. ACTIVITIES
Bookbug Sessions www.scottishbooktrust.com Clap your hands, touch your toes, turn around and put your finger on your nose!
Come along to a Bookbug session with your baby or toddler and enjoy rhymes, songs, tickles, bounces and books. The sessions are an opportunity to spend quality time with your child and to meet up with other parents/carers.
Bookbug sessions help to build up confidence and social skills whilst also developing speech and language skills.
Please call the library for more details. Sessions are free and should be booked in advance. Be sure to book your place to join in the fun! Book online at www.booking.edlc.co.uk/horizons/culture or 0141 777 3143 Monday - Friday 9.00am -12 noon and 2.00pm – 4.00pm
Bookbug Sessions for Babies & Toddlers Baby Sessions 0 - 18 months Toddler Sessions 18 - 36 months
Sessions take place during term time in the following libraries: Bishopbriggs Library 170 Kirkintilloch Road, Bishopbriggs G64 2LX Weekly on Monday: 2.00pm (baby) Fortnightly on Tuesday: 10.15am (baby & toddler) Saturday:10.15am please check council website for dates (baby & toddler) : 0141 772 4513
Brookwood Library 166 Drymen Road Bearsden G61 3RJ Weekly on Wednesday: 2.00pm (baby) Fortnightly on Thursday: 2.00pm (baby & toddler) Saturday: 10.15am please check council website for dates (baby & toddler) : 0141 777 3021
Craighead Library Craighead Road, Milton of Campsie G66 8DL Fortnightly on Monday: 10.00am (baby & toddler) : 01360 311925
Lennoxtown Library 78 Main Street, Lennoxtown G66 7DA Weekly on Tuesday: 2.00pm (baby & toddler) : 01360 311436 Page 3 Information correct as of January 2017. Document review date January 2019. All of the groups and organisations listed in this manual are not necessarily affiliated with NHSGGC. Lenzie Library 13/15 Alexandra Avenue, Lenzie G66 5BG Fortnightly on Thursday: 2.00pm (baby & toddler) : 0141 776 3021
Milngavie Library Allander Road, Milngavie G62 8PN Weekly on Monday: 2.00pm (baby) Weekly on Tuesday: 2.00pm (baby and toddler) Saturday: 10.15am. Please check council website for dates (baby & toddler) : 0141 956 2776
Westerton Library 82 Maxwell Avenue, Bearsden G61 1NZ Fortnightly on Friday: 2.00pm (baby) Fortnightly on Friday: 10.15am (baby & toddler) Weekly on Tuesday: 11.00am (baby & toddler) : 0141 943 0780
William Patrick Library 2 - 4 West High Street, Kirkintilloch G66 1AD Weekly on Wednesday: 2.00pm (baby) Weekly on Friday: 10.15am - 2.00pm (baby and toddler) Saturday: 10.15am please check council website for dates (baby & toddler) : 0141 777 3141
Bookbug offer baby and toddler packs which include a book and CD; these are available from your Health Visitor. Pirate Packs for 3 year olds are gifted by nurseries but are also available in local libraries.
Children are also gifted a Bookbug pack in Primary 1.
All the Bookbug packs are also available in Gaelic Format.
Story Stars sessions Story stars sessions for children (0-4 years) and their families.
Story stars is a fun, drama, music, singing and story session based on a theme of a different story book each week.
Rhythm, action and mime sequences are tailored to the themes as well as an action adventure and review of the book with a relaxing sensory finale. Monday - Friday: 9.00am -12 noon and 2.00pm – 4.00pm Library session cost £1.50, sessions in Hillhead Community centre are free and booking not required. Classes in library setting need to be booked online at www.booking.edlc.co.uk/horizons/culture or by calling 0141 777 3143
Page 4 Information correct as of January 2017. Document review date January 2019. All of the groups and organisations listed in this manual are not necessarily affiliated with NHSGGC. Sessions are available in the following venues:-
Hillhead Community Centre, Kirkintilloch, Children & Families Library Team 169 Meiklehill Road, Kirkintilloch G66 2JT Weekly on Thursday at 10.00am -10.45am - Drop in session : 0141 777 3036
Bishopbriggs Library 170 Kirkintilloch Road, Bishopbriggs G64 2LX Weekly on Tuesday, 2.00pm - 2.45pm (toddler) : 0141 772 4513
Brookwood Library 166 Drymen Road Bearsden G61 3RJ Weekly on Wednesday 10.15am -11.00am (baby & toddler) : 0141 777 3021
Lenzie Library 13/15 Alexandra Avenue, Lenzie G66 5BG Fortnightly on Thursday 10.15am – 11.00am (baby & toddler) : 0141 776 3021
Milngavie Library Allander Road, Milngavie G62 8PN Weekly on Monday 10.15am -11.00am (baby & toddler) : 0141 570 1522
William Patrick Library 2 - 4 West High Street, Kirkintilloch G66 1AD Weekly on a Friday 2.00pm - 2.45pm (toddler) : 0141 777 3141
Please check the booking website for dates www.booking.edlc.co.uk/horizons/culture
Sensory Stars Parent & Child Activity for Babies (0-13 months) Enjoy some chilled out time with your baby - hear a story and meet other carers while your babies experience some sensory play. Sessions cost £3.00 per family and run in blocks. Classes need to be booked in advance either online 24/7 by visiting www.booking.edlc.co.uk/horizons/culture or : 0141 777 3143 (Monday - Friday 9.00am -12noon & 2.00pm - 4.00pm) This term sessions are being held in the following libraries:-
Be sure to book a place so that you and your child can join in the fun!
Page 5 Information correct as of January 2017. Document review date January 2019. All of the groups and organisations listed in this manual are not necessarily affiliated with NHSGGC. Bishopbriggs Library 170 Kirkintilloch Road, Bishopbriggs G64 2LX Weekly on Tuesday at 11.30am - 12.15pm
Brookwood Library 166 Drymen Road Bearsden G61 3RJ Weekly on Thursday at 11.30am - 12.15pm
Milngavie Library Allander Road, Milngavie G62 8PN Weekly on Tuesday at 11.30am - 12.15pm
William Patrick Library, Kirkintilloch 2 - 4 West High Street, Kirkintilloch G66 1AD Weekly on Wednesday at 11.30am - 12.15pm
For further information please contact
Children and Families William Patrick Library, 2 - 4 West High Street, Kirkintilloch G66 1AD : 0141 777 3036 Fax: 0141 777 3140 : [email protected]
Buggy Walks Buggy Walks are organised by the W.A.L.K. East Dunbartonshire Co-ordinator which last between 45-60minutes from the Hillhead Community Centre. The routes are safe, buggy friendly and great for exploring paths in your local area. It’s an active and healthy way to meet new mums and find out what’s on in their area. For further information please contact Andy Lynch: :: 0141 777 3070 Mobile: 07919624722 : [email protected]
East Dunbartonshire Library computers Take advantage of the free computer and internet access facilities available in all libraries in East Dunbartonshire.
Free WiFi is available for public use in William Patrick, Bishopbriggs and Lennoxtown Libraries.
Computers sessions of up to one hour can be booked either by phone or in person.
Pre-School Gymnastics Gymnastics with a small 'g' for children aged 18 months to 5 years. These classes are aimed at developing social and practical skills such as balance, co-ordination, strength & flexibility. They also enable children to
Page 6 Information correct as of January 2017. Document review date January 2019. All of the groups and organisations listed in this manual are not necessarily affiliated with NHSGGC. develop creativity while interacting with other children in a fun, safe environment. Specific areas include: • Listening skills • Increased confidence • Spatial awareness • Balance, co-ordination, strength & flexibility • Integration & interaction with other children • Developing creativity & imagination through play
Information on class times and prices is available at www.EDLC.co.uk gymnastics brochure.
HEALTH VISITORS’ SERVICES
The Health Visitor is a Qualified Registered Nurse or Midwife with a Specialist qualification in Community Public Health Nursing, which includes child health, health promotion and education.
A Health Visitors role is a varied one and is an integral part of the NHS Community Health Service. The main focus of our work is prevention, helping people to stay healthy and avoid illness. We work with families who have children under five. Our role is to offer support and encouragement to families through the early years until children start primary school
We also offer help and advice to parents on the following:
• Your child’s growth and development • Common infections in childhood • Common skin problems • Behaviour difficulties. Sleeping, eating, potty training, temper tantrums and teething • Breastfeeding, weaning, healthy eating, hygiene, safety and exercise • Postnatal depression, bereavement and violence in the family
The Health Visiting Team consists of a varied skill mix of staff; Health Visitors, Community Staff Nurses, Community Nursery Nurses, Health Care Support Workers and Dental Health Support Workers.
Each professional may work in partnership with families to contribute to tailored health plans. Skill mix professionals may also be involved in:
• Coordinating child immunisation programmes • 0-5 Drop In clinics • Breast feeding support groups • Health promotion groups • Parenting groups & one to one parenting
For further information and advice : 0141 304 7419 Page 7 Information correct as of January 2017. Document review date January 2019. All of the groups and organisations listed in this manual are not necessarily affiliated with NHSGGC. INFANT FEEDING SUPPORT (INCLUDING BREAST FEEDING)
Bishopbriggs Breastfeeding Support Group, Woodhill Evangelical Church 30 Wester Cleddens Road, Bishopbriggs G64 3EL Drop In - Tuesday – 10.30am – 11.30am : 0141 201 9756
Milngavie Breastfeeding Support Group, Cairns Church, 11 Buchanan Street Milngavie G62 8AJ For further information please contact your Health Visitor
Hillhead Community Centre, 169 Meicklehill Road, Hillhead
The baby café offers a place where mums and mums - to be - can drop in without any appointment, to share experiences with other mums and get one to one support in a friendly and informal environment. Drop in Tuesday 2.00 – 4.00pm For further details : [email protected] Or www.facebook.com/hillheadkirkintillochbabycafe
Breastfeeding Support ‘Out of Hours’ If your Community Midwife or Health Visitor is not available, or you would prefer to talk to a Breastfeeding Counsellor, you can contact:
Association of Breastfeeding Mothers www.abm.me.uk 9.30am – 10.30pm every day. : Counselling Helpline: 0300 330 5453
Baby Friendly Initiative www.babyfriendly.org.uk Information for parents on feeding baby. Offers video clips to help with breastfeeding and information for parents on feeding and weaning. Evidence based information about benefits of breastfeeding.
Breastfeeding Network www.breastfeedingnetwork.org.uk Offers video clips to help breastfeeding, advice on medication in breast milk, safety of beauty treatments during breastfeeding, advice on returning to work, breastfeeding multiples, etc. Helpline: 0300 100 0210
Feedgood factor www.feedgood.scot NHS Scotland website which provides information and support on breastfeeding. Page 8 Information correct as of January 2017. Document review date January 2019. All of the groups and organisations listed in this manual are not necessarily affiliated with NHSGGC.
La Leche League www.laleche.org.uk Breastfeeding, parenting, weaning advice, with training courses and support group Helpline: 0845 120 2918
National Breastfeeding Helpline Open 9.30am – 9.30pm : 0300 100 0212
National Childbirth Trust www.nct.org.uk Breastfeeding Line 8.00am – midnight every day, including Bank Holidays 0300 330 0770
Your Pregnancy and Baby Guide www.breastfeeding.nhs.uk Provides advice on breastfeeding support and weaning.
Formula Milk Infant formula is usually made from cows' milk that has been treated to make it suitable for babies. There are a number of different brands in the shops that meet the required legal standards. The cows' milk in infant formula contains a mix of two types of proteins – whey and casein.
Different types of infant formula
Infant formula is available in two forms:
• ready-to-feed liquid infant formula, sold in cartons, which is sterile
• powdered infant formula, which is not sterile
First infant formula This is often described as suitable for newborns. It is based on the whey of cows' milk and is thought to be easier to digest than other types of infant formula. This should always be the first formula you give to your baby.
Unless your midwife, health visitor or GP suggests otherwise, this is the only infant formula your baby needs. Your baby can stay on this formula when you start to introduce solid foods at around six months and continue on it throughout the first year.
There is no evidence to suggest that changing the brand of infant formula your baby drinks does any good or harm. However, if you think a particular brand of infant formula disagrees with your baby discuss this with your Midwife, Health Visitor or G.P.
When your baby is one year old, they can start to drink whole cows' milk.
For information on how to safely make up infant formula, ask your Health Visitor for the ‘Formula Feeding: How to feed your baby safely’ booklet which provides
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Nutrition and Starting Solid Foods (Weaning) Healthy Start Vitamins www.healthystart.nhs.uk : Helpline 0845 607 6823
Although most of the time, vitamins you need come from healthy foods you eat, young children, pregnant and breastfeeding mums may need vitamin and supplements. You may be able to get free Healthy Start vitamins from participating pharmacies, and vouchers for (infant or cow’s) milk, fresh and frozen fruit and vegetables from participating shops. Discuss your eligibility with your Health Visitor or Midwife.
Healthy Start vitamins are free for • Women who are pregnant or who have had a baby in the past year • Children from 6 months (1 month for darker-skinned children) until their 4th birthday • If in receipt of Healthy Start benefit, Healthy Start vitamins can also be bought from participating pharmacies for those not entitled to free vitamins.
Starting Solid Foods (Weaning) When is the best time to start your baby on solid foods? Introducing your baby to solid foods (weaning), should start when your baby is around six months old. This gives your baby the best chance for good health throughout their life according to recent research supported by the World Health Organisation and Scottish Government. Until six months of age, your baby’s digestive system and kidneys are still developing and breast milk (or infant formula) will provide all your baby’s nutritional needs. After six months your baby will need more nutrients than milk alone can provide, for example, iron.
Why it pays to wait until your baby is ready If breastfeeding, feeding only breast milk up to around six months will give baby extra protection against infection, continuing to protect them for as long as you carry on feeding. Weaning too soon may increase the risk of asthma, eczema, digestive problems, allergies and obesity in later life. Whether your baby has breast milk or infant formula, waiting until your baby is ready for food will save a lot of time too, as: • Your baby will quickly be able to feed themselves with less mess • Your baby will be able to swallow properly • There is no need to sterilise bowls or spoons • There may be no need to puree - finger foods or mashed food may be able to be given instead
How to start your baby on solid foods (weaning) Continue with breast or formula milk while gradually introducing solid foods. Offer baby solid food after their usual milk feeds. Babies don’t need three meals
Page 10 Information correct as of January 2017. Document review date January 2019. All of the groups and organisations listed in this manual are not necessarily affiliated with NHSGGC. a day to start with, so start by offering foods at a time that suits you both. Gradually increase the amount and variety of food your baby eats until they can eat the same as the rest of the family, in smaller portions. The booklet ‘Fun First
Foods: An Easy Guide to Introducing Solid Foods’ has the most up-to-date, helpful advice, tips and recipes on the different stages of weaning for your baby.
How do I get a copy of ‘Fun First Foods’? • Ask your Health Visitor for one • At Starting Solids Health Events (see below) where you can pick one up (ask your Health Visitor for more details about these events). If you have internet access (free at East Dunbartonshire libraries), you can find this leaflet in English and other languages at: www.healthscotland.com/documents/303.aspx
What your baby eats and drinks is important for their health now and in the future. Health experts recommend that babies should start eating solid foods from the age of six months, with all nourishment coming from breast or infant formula until then. Ask your Health Visitor for more details.
Birth-to-Five’s Drop-in Sessions & Starting Solids Advice Drop-in service run by the Children & Families Team where you can meet other parents, seek advice and support on health issues, speak to a member of the team for infant feeding advice, and weigh your baby.
Drop- in Sessions are as follows: Cairn Church 11 Buchanan Street, Milngavie G62 8AJ Wednesday 1.15pm - 2.30 pm : 0141 232 4800
Healthy Living Centre St John’s Way, Twechar G65 9TA Friday 11.00am - 12.00 noon : 01236 827154
Hillhead Community Centre 169 Meiklehill Road, Kirkintilloch G66 2JJ Thursday 9.30am - 11.00am : 0141 578 6011
Lennoxtown Hub 46 Main Street, Lennoxtown G66 7JJ Monday 2.30pm - 3.30pm : 01360 327317 or 01360 327318
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Woodhill Evangelical Church Wester Cleddens Road, Bishopbriggs G64 3EL Tuesday 1.30pm - 3.30pm : 0141 772 4283
The Toy Library attends the Baby Club drop-in sessions on set dates throughout the year. For further information please talk to your Health Visiting Team.
Food Standards Agency www.foodstandards.gov.scot
Contains independent and up-to-date information on a variety of food and diet related topics. These include healthy diet for all ages, keeping food safe, recipes, advice for vegetarians and vegans, links on approved E numbers, etc.
THE MINOR AILMENT SCHEME (MAS) What is the Minor Ailment Scheme?
Your local Pharmacy is the first port of call for minor ailments where eligible patients, including babies and children, can obtain advice and free treatment for a wide range of common conditions.
How does it work? Drop in to the community pharmacy of your choice, at a time that suits you to find out more or visit www.scotland.gov.uk/publications/2006/06/26102829/1
Can I still go to my GP? Yes. You can still make an appointment with your GP if you feel this is more suitable.
Can I still use other pharmacies? Yes. You can still use other pharmacies to buy medicines or to pick up your prescriptions. If you have registered for MAS with one pharmacy and would like something using the MAS from a different pharmacy, you can register again with a different pharmacy.
GP SURGERIES IN EAST DUNBARTONSHIRE
Bearsden • Denbridge Surgery : 0141 942 9494 • Kessington Surgery : 0141 211 5621 • Terrace Surgery : 0141 942 6644
Bishopbriggs • Auchinairn Medical Practice : 0141 772 1808 • Brackenbrae Medical Practice : 0141 772 2241 • Kenmure Medical Practice : 0141 772 6309 • Springfield Medical Practice : 0141 772 4744 Page 12 Information correct as of January 2017. Document review date January 2019. All of the groups and organisations listed in this manual are not necessarily affiliated with NHSGGC. Kirkintilloch • Park Surgery : 0141 776 2468 • Peelview Medical : 0141 776 3442 • Regent Garden : 0141 766 1238 • Southbank Surgery : 0141 776 2183 • Turret Surgery : 0141 211 8260 • York Place : 0141 776 1273
Lennoxtown • Lennoxtown Surgery : 01360 327 300
Milngavie • Kersland Surgery : 0141 956 1005 • Ashfield Medical Centre: 0141 956 3778
Royal Hospital for Children, Glasgow 1345 Govan Road, Govan, Glasgow, G51 4TF : 0141 201 0000
NHS24 SCOTLAND www.nhs24.com Gives 24 hour access to self-help guides to treat common health problems, and help in deciding whether to see an Out of Hours Doctor. Find details of local pharmacy, GP surgery, dentist, hospital, travel or sexual health clinics. Accessible in several languages Call free (from landline or mobile) on 111 if you are ill and it can’t wait until your regular NHS service reopens.
HEALTH IMPROVEMENT TEAM: EAST DUNBARTONSHIRE HSCP
Within East Dunbartonshire Health and Social Care Partnership, the Health Improvement Team is a specialist public health resource; who are committed to improving the health and wellbeing of the local East Dunbartonshire population
• Free cookery courses • Weight management • Parenting programmes • Physical activity classes or walking groups • Help to stop smoking • Oral Health • Breastfeeding support • Mental Health & Wellbeing • Community Assets (www.eastdunassets.org.uk)
Contact: [email protected]
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ORAL HEALTH
Childsmile - improving the oral health of children in Scotland
Good oral health in childhood should mean healthy teeth and gums throughout life.
Your Health Visitor, Public Health Nurse or Childsmile Dental Health Support Worker will introduce you to Childsmile. They will give you oral health advice and provide you with a free toothbrush and 1450ppm fluoride toothpaste. They can also help you find a dental practice in your area. Aim to register your baby with a dentist soon after birth or at least as soon as the first tooth appears.
Taking your baby to the dental practice as early as possible helps your child get used to the sights, sounds and smells of a dental practice. At the dental practice, you will be given advice and support from the dental team, who will show you how you can protect your child from tooth decay in the future. From the age of two, the dental practice team can provide additional preventive care, such as fluoride varnishing.
For more information, ask your Health Visitor or visit www.child-smile.org.uk The Health Improvement Team can be contacted as below: Contact: [email protected]
Remember • Brush teeth twice a day using a fluoride toothpaste (1450ppm) • Register with a dentist and visit regularly • Keep sugary foods and drinks to mealtimes only • Always use sugar-free medicines if possible
PARENTING AND FAMILY SUPPORT
Triple P - Positive Parenting Program®
Triple P takes the guesswork out of parenting. Every family is different, yet parents all over the world face problems that are surprisingly similar: toddler tantrums, a child who won’t go to bed or who never seems to listen. The issues you deal with in your home affect families everywhere. That’s why the Positive Parenting Programme (Triple P) can help.
The great thing is that the Triple P approach is not “one size fits all”. You choose how much positive parenting help you want and how to get it. You may like the support of a group course or the privacy of a one-to-one consultation.
For more information on Triple P in East Dunbartonshire, please contact your Health Visitor or GP. You can also self refer to Triple P by emailing: : [email protected]
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Stay and Play Sessions www.earlyyearsscotland.org Early Years Scotland runs drop-in 'Stay & Play' sessions for 0-5 year olds and their families/carers, including a healthy snack. Sessions are designed for families to have fun and learn together with arts, crafts, messy play, parachute games and lots more. At the end of the session, a Bookbug story/song time is also included (see ‘Bookbug’ details under ‘Activities’ for more details). Parents also get the chance to know each other and explore ideas of how their child is developing, all in a relaxed and welcoming environment and they’re free! Most sessions run during term time, although some are available during school holidays. For more details, : [email protected] : 0141 221 4148
HELP TO STOP SMOKING
Babies (including unborn babies) and children exposed to second-hand smoke are at particular risk of developing serious illness. Exposure to second-hand smoke is strongly linked to infections of the lungs, increased risk of asthma attacks, coughs and colds, increased absence from school, disease of the middle ear (e.g. glue ear, which can lead to partial deafness) and increases the risk of cot death.
Relaxed, friendly and informal weekly Stop Smoking sessions meet in various locations across East Dunbartonshire. No appointment required and daytime & evening sessions available. Call East Dunbartonshire Smokefree Community Service for further information : 0141 355 2327 Mobile: 07766 085900
Smokeline : 0800 84 84 84 for further details. Smokeline is Scotland’s national free stop smoking helpline and is available from 8.00am – 10.00pm. For help via your mobile phone, text ‘QUIT’ to 83434
Smokefree Pharmacy Services Trained staff at your local pharmacy offer an easily accessible, cost-effective stop smoking service where medication is prescribed and given free of charge together with support given as appropriate. Pop into any pharmacy to find out more.
Smokefree Pregnancy Services If you are pregnant or breastfeeding and want to stop smoking, contact • Healthier Scotland www.canstopsmoking.com • NHS GGC Smokefree Service www.nhsggcsmokefree.org.uk : 0141 201 2335
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We have machines that can measure the air quality in your home. Borrow a machine for 5 days and you can see the levels of second hand smoke in your home that are around you and your family.
• Children exposed to secondhand smoke are more at risk of coughs, colds, ear infections and chest infections • 85% of secondhand smoke is invisible and odourless • Secondhand smoke chemicals can lingers for up to 5 hours
Interested? Please contact Karyn McWilliam at Kirkintilloch Health & Care Centre : 0141 355 2392 or text 0791 999 0010
We can help you to make the right choice for your kids. Don’t smoke indoors, take it right outside www.rightoutside.org
FITNESS AND WEIGHT MANAGEMENT
Are you looking to become more active?
There are lots of opportunities in the local area including Walking with walk leaders, Vitality, Live Active, Gym facilities, Swimming and Fitness classes. www.nhsggc.org.uk/getactive or speak to your health professional. Charges may apply. For further information: : 0141 232 1860
Waist Winners Waist Winners is an eight week weight management programme – make small changes to your diet and activity levels to help you achieve a steady weight loss! Courses are held at Allander Leisure Centre, Leisuredrome Sports Centre, Bishopbriggs and Kirkintilloch Leisure Centre. (More venues will be added in 2017) There is a small charge per session. For further information : 0141 578 8457
THE EAST DUNBARTONSHIRE COMMUNITY ASSET MAP Developed and updated by the community for the community
Easy to use! YOU can use the website to browse the variety of assets available in your community. YOU can also add any assets that may have been missed, or comment on YOUR favourite assets www.eastdunassets.org.uk
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ONLINE RESOURCES
Contraception www.sandyford.org For information on all sexual health services : 0141 211 8130 www.sandyford.org/about-us www.immunisationscotland.org.uk For information on why immunisation is important, vaccines available, when to immunise, including latest recommendations on whooping cough immunisation.
Netmums www.netmums.com offers: • On-line help and forums for nationwide and local family-friendly and budget- friendly activities • Local support groups (including mum and toddler groups, breastfeeding support, etc) • Budgeting advice • Guidance on returning to work • Childcare, specialist support (dyslexia, ADHD, divorce or separation) • Budget-friendly recipes for weaning, toddlers, families, parties • On-line, drop-in clinic where any question about babies, children and parenting can be asked • Trained Parent Supporters or Health Visitors are available 9.00am until 3.00pm Monday to Friday and 7.30pm - 9.30pm every evening. Parent Supporters include experts from Relate, Women's Aid, Contact a Family, Parentline Plus, the Advisory Centre for Education and the Citizen's Advice Bureau
NHSinform www.nhsinform.co.uk Provides Health A-Z, answers to common health questions and Support Service Directory, including local services. Accessible in several languages. : 0800 22 44 88
Play Talk Read www.playtalkread.org Scottish Government resource with fun, interactive activities, ideas and advice for your baby, and support contact details for parents or carers.
Ready Steady Baby www.readysteadybaby.org.uk An NHS resource offering a complete guide to pregnancy, birth and parenthood throughout the first year of a baby’s life. Given to mums to be by their midwife.
Ready Steady Toddler www.readysteadytoddler.org.uk NHS hands-on guide to help you through the challenges and rewards of the toddler years.
Health Visitors’ Services For more details on a variety of local sessions and advice, including massage, parenting, weaning, child development and assessments, etc, please contact your local Health Visitor. See pages listed under ‘Health Visitors’ for contact details.
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Parentline Scotland [email protected] This is a free helpline and email service for anyone with a concern (no matter how big or small) about a child. : 0800 0282233
Quarriers East Dunbartonshire Quarriers East Dunbartsonshire Services, Cloverhill Place G69 9DQ Quarriers is a Scottish-based charity, supporting children, adults, young people and families. : 0141 779 5980 : [email protected]
Support for Children and Adult victims of Abuse Childline 0800 11 11 For those aged 18 years old and under.
Domestic Abuse Helpline This confidential support and information helpline runs in partnership with Scottish Women's Aid and is a national service for women experiencing domestic violence. Freephone 24hr Helpline 0800 027 1234
Sexual violence /Survivors of Childhood Sexual Assault The Archway rape and sexual assault service : 0141 211 8175 www.archway.sandyford.org
Rape Crisis Scotland Helpline Daily 6.00pm -12.00 midnight : 08088 01 03 02
Support for Male Victims www.mensadviceline.org.uk Men’s Advice line : 0808 801 0327
STRESS/POST-NATAL SUPPORT Everyone needs to look after their mental health. All of us can become stressed or get a bit down, and usually with a bit of help from friends and family we can keep going. However, there are times when the problems don't seem to go away and you may find yourself in need of a wee bit of extra help. Please go and see your GP and talk the issues through.
If you are worried about someone's mental health - a loved one or a friend - please encourage them to go and see their GP. If they've talked about harming themselves or feel that life is not worth living, then please take this seriously and encourage them to get help.
The GP will be able to point you in the right direction of local support or you can contact your local Glasgow Primary Care Mental Health teams directly at:
Page 18 Information correct as of January 2017. Document review date January 2019. All of the groups and organisations listed in this manual are not necessarily affiliated with NHSGGC. East Dunbartonshire Primary Care Mental Health Team Kirkintilloch Health & Care Centre, 10 Saramago Street, Kirkintilloch G66 3BF
The Primary Care Mental Health Team aims to provide information and support to enable people to work through emotional health difficulties they may have, and to improve their overall health and wellbeing.
The Team provides help for people experiencing common mild to moderate mental health problems such as anxiety, depression and stress. We offer individual interventions via self help, self management materials and brief individual therapy (6-8 sessions). Referral to the service is through your GP.
Useful Self Help Websites http://www.breathingspace.scot/ www.moodjuice.scot.nhs.uk www.stepsforstress.org http://www.getselfhelp.co.uk/
Helpful Apps for Smart Phone (Some sites have in-apps purchases) Headspace Stop, Breathe, Think Calm Quiet Mind
Bluebell Perinatal (ante and post natal) Depression Services Tom Allan Counselling Centre, 23 Elmbank Street, Glasgow G2 4PB Counselling, baby massage and crèche are available for mums, dads and couples. Counselling is offered regardless of ability to pay. : [email protected] : 0141 221 3003
Breathing Space www.breathingspace.scot Confidential phone line to call if you’re feeling down. Monday to Thursday 6.00pm – 2.00am and 6.00pm Friday to 6.00am Monday (24hrs) : 0800 83 85 87
Samaritans Available 24 hours a day to provide confidential emotional support for those experiencing feelings of distress, despair or suicidal thoughts. : Phone Free 116 123
G.R.A.C.E Hillhead Community Centre, 169 Meiklehill Road, Kirkintilloch G66 2 JT A peer led aftercare enterprise that supports individuals that have experienced life trauma into a brighter future… Offering you advice, support, fellowship, volunteering opportunities, social activities and educational courses. : 07401797876 : [email protected]
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EDAMH 24 Crossveggate, Milngavie G62 6RA East Dunbartonshire Association for Mental Health is a local voluntary sector organisation and charity which offers emotional, practical and social support to people experiencing mental ill health, living in East Dunbartonshire. : 0141 955 3040 : [email protected]
EDICT East Dunbartonshire Initiative for Creative Therapy provides therapeutic arts sessions : 0141 578 0251 : [email protected]
Carers Link East Dunbartonshire Milngavie Enterprise Centre, Ellangowan Road, Milngavie G62 8PH Are you providing regular help to a child, partner, relative or friend who could not manage otherwise? Maybe you don’t think of yourself as a carer – few people do – but if you find you need some support, information or advice while you are caring for someone, Carers Link can help. Here for support – we are dedicated to working with carers in East Dunbartonshire. : 0800 975 2131 or 0141 955 2131
East Dunbartonshire Connections Service, The Richmond Fellowship Are you stressed, worried or anxious? Suffering from panic attacks? Experiencing feelings of depression? If you're between 16 and 65 years of age and live in the East Dunbartonshire area, then maybe we could help... If you would like to find out more please contact the Connections Service : 0141 777 7471 : [email protected]
FINANCIAL ADVICE & SUPPORT
Free and confidential advice on debt/money, housing, employment, benefits/taxes, family and relationships are available from the following centres:
East Dunbartonshire Children & Adults Income Maximisation Service East Dunbartonshire Citizens Advice Bureau, 11 Alexandra Street, Kirkintilloch G66 1HB Provides free, confidential advice and support to all residents of East Dunbartonshire who are experiencing financial worries or hardship. This service is delivered by East Dunbartonshire Citizens Advice Bureau and offers support on a wide range of issues including:
• Kinship care • Money advice • Tax credit Page 20 Information correct as of January 2017. Document review date January 2019. All of the groups and organisations listed in this manual are not necessarily affiliated with NHSGGC. • Consumer advice • Housing (mortgage/rent arrears) • Utilities (Gas, Electricity, Telephone) • Benefits advice • Power of Attorney • General advice
For further information, or to refer yourself to this service, contact : 0141 775 3220. : [email protected]
Citizens Advice Bureau www.citizensadvice.org.uk An independent, non-profit making charity, led by a team of trained volunteers and specialised staff. Free, confidential, impartial and independent information and advice on debt, benefits, housing, employment, tax credit issues, consumer affairs, immigration and help with family and personal matters too from local venues.
Citizens Advice Direct www.citizensadvicedirect.org.uk : 0808 800 9060 : [email protected]
Christians Against Poverty (CAP) www.capuk.org
Christians Against Poverty (CAP) is a national debt counselling charity working through a network of centres based in local churches. CAP offers hope and a solution to anyone in debt through its unique, in-depth service, including: • Home visits • An effective budget • CAP Account (an unique service that makes paying your debts easier) • Help for severe debt • Support until all debt is cleared Free help is available to anyone in need, irrespective of race, gender or belief. Working closely with local utilities and national finance institutions, we aim to offer a sustainable solution and real hope for the future. For help, contact: Freephone : 0800 328 0006 to make an appointment
Choices, One Parent Families Scotland www.opfs.org.uk For further information on specialist lone parent services, contact Lone Parent Monday to Friday 9.30am - 4.00pm Freephone Helpline : 0808 801 0323
Department for Work and Pensions www.dwp.gov.uk For information on benefits, financial support, jobs or pensions.
Page 21 Information correct as of January 2017. Document review date January 2019. All of the groups and organisations listed in this manual are not necessarily affiliated with NHSGGC. GAIN Helpline www.gain4u.org.uk Glasgow Advice and Information Network offers free, confidential and impartial advice for people living or working in Glasgow. Monday to Friday 9.00am - 8.00pm, Saturday 10.00am - 2.00pm Free helpline : 0808 801 1011 (some mobile networks may charge)
East Dunbartonshire Homelessness Service If you are homeless or threatened with homelessness you should contact our Homelessness Team as quickly as possible. https://www.eastdunbarton.gov.uk/webform/submit-general-enquiry
If you find yourself homeless out of office hours, contact one of the following:
Homelessness on call service : 0300 123 4510
Social Work on call service : 0800 811 505
Police Scotland : 101
East Dunbartonshire Police : 0141 532 4400
Asylum and Refugee Support Team The Hamish Allan Centre, 180 Centre Street, Glasgow G5 8EE Freephone :0800 838 502 or : 0141 287 1800
Prison Casework Service Social Work Unit, HMP Barlinnie, Lee Avenue, Glasgow G33 2QX : 0141 770 2123
Glasgow’s Helping Heroes www.glasgowshelpingheroes.org 15-17 Duke Street, Glasgow G4 0UL Offering free, confidential advice on debt/money, welfare and employment rights, housing advice, financial capability advice, military/compensation claim advice and referral to SSAFA for Grant applications. Monday to Friday 9.00am - 5.00pm : 0141 276 7199
Money Advice Scotland www.moneyadviceservice.org.uk Suite 410, Pentagon Centre, 36 Washington Street, Glasgow G3 8AZ Offers lots of information, resources and calculators to help you plan, budget and save. : 0141 572 0237
National Debt Line www.nationaldebtline.org Fee, confidential and independent advice on how to deal with debt problems. : 0808 808 4000
Page 22 Information correct as of January 2017. Document review date January 2019. All of the groups and organisations listed in this manual are not necessarily affiliated with NHSGGC.
Legal Services Agency Ltd www.lsa.org.uk Fleming House, 134 Renfrew Street, Glasgow G3 6ST A law centre and charity tackling the unmet legal needs of those in disadvantage, offering help with the following areas: o Housing and preventing homelessness o Defended eviction and defended mortgage repossession o Protecting the rights of asylum seekers, refugee and migrant women and young children o A comprehensive service for people who have dementia or a mental illness or their carers :0141 353 3354 : [email protected]
Scotcash www.scotcash.net Scotcash, 55 High Street, Glasgow G1 1LX In Glasgow, SCOTCASH provides affordable loans, savings accounts, while goods provision, bank accounts and money advice. : 0141 276 0525
Scottish League of Credit Unions www.scottishcu.org If you borrow £300 over a year, you pay much less back with Credit Unions. With the Credit Union, you would pay back £320; with a doorstep lender £495; a High Street Money Shop £884 and with Loan Sharks you would pay back £3000.This website focuses on the considerable financial benefits people enjoy as a result of becoming a member of a credit union. For more details: : 0141 774 5020.
Working Families www.workingfamilies.org.uk Helping working parents/carers and their employers to better balance responsibilities at home and work. Confidential legal advice offered on employment rights (e.g. maternity/paternity leave), rights to time off in emergencies, maternity or pregnancy discrimination, benefits, tax credits, parental leave and help to negotiate flexible hours with employers. Free Helpline : 0300 012 0312
Page 23 Information correct as of January 2017. Document review date January 2019. All of the groups and organisations listed in this manual are not necessarily affiliated with NHSGGC. LOCAL TODDLER AND PARENT CLASSES A small fee may be applicable within each group Details are correct at time of printing. Please note that many groups only meet during term-time (best to check using contact details).
Legislation is in place that should ensure all groups that have any adult caring for children unsupervised have had an Enhanced Disclosure check or have Protecting Vulnerable Groups Scheme membership. As it was not possible for NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde to verify each check to date, we would advise you check with each group yourself.
Bearsden
Boclair Under 5’s Kessington Hall, Kessington Road, Bearsden G61 2HL Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday 9.30am -11.30am : 0141 942 7266
Bumps & Bundles Bearsden Baptist Church, 14, Roman Road, Bearsden G61 2SL Parent and Toddler Group, meets every Monday (other than public holidays) : 0141 563 7830/07982 248764 www.bearsdenbaptistchurch.com
Killermont Kiddies Parent/Carer and Toddler Group Killermont Parish Church, Rannoch Drive, Bearsden G61 2LD Tuesday and Thursday (including school holidays) 9.45am – 11.30am : 07979127791
New Kilpatrick Baby & Toddler Group Church Office, New Kilpatrick Church Hall, Bearsden G61 3RT Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday 9.30am – 11.30am : 0141 942 8827 [email protected]
Pitter Patter Toddler Group Castlehill Primary School, Rosslyn Road, Bearsden G61 4DL Tuesday – Thursday -10.00am -11.30am (Term Time) Children 0-3 years welcome : 0141 942 5343
Westerton Fun Tots Play Westerton Main Hall, Bearsden G61 1NZ Tuesday & Thursday 9.00am -11.30am – Wednesday 9.00am -11.30am Children 0-3 years welcome : 0141 942 2679 Page 24 Information correct as of January 2017. Document review date January 2019. All of the groups and organisations listed in this manual are not necessarily affiliated with NHSGGC.
Bishopbriggs
Jack and Jill Mother & Toddler Group Cadder Church (North Hall), Cadder Road, Bishopbriggs G64 3JJ Wednesday – Friday 9.00am – 12.00 noon Children 0-5 years welcome : 0141 772 7436
Hilton Road Toddler Group West Scotland, James the Less Church, Hilton Road, Bishopbriggs G64 3EL Friday 10.00am – 11.30am (Term time) : 0141 563 5154
Little Rainbows/Stepping Stone Woodhill Evangelical Church, 30 Wester Cleddens Road, Bishopbriggs G64 3EL Monday – Thursday 10.00am – 11.30am (Term time) : 0141 772 4283
Springfield Cambridge Toddlers Springfield Cambridge Church, The Leys, Bishopbriggs G64 1PN Tuesday - Wednesday 9.30am – 11.15am : 0141 772 1596 : [email protected]
Kirkintilloch/Lenzie
Harestanes Parent and Toddler Group The Huts at Harestanes School, Mauchline Court, Kirkintilloch G66 2SA Monday and Tuesday 9.30am – 11.30am All 0-5 years welcome : 07742 992863 www.facebook.com/harestanesparentandtoddlers.community.huts
Hillhead Nursery Pre-5’s Newdyke Road, Kirkintilloch G66 2DQ Tuesday to Friday 9.30am -11.30am or 1.00pm - 3.00pm : 0141 955 2317
Lenzie Parent & Toddler Group www.lenzietoddlers.co.uk Lenzie Rugby Club, Kirkintilloch Road, Lenzie G66 4RB Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday & Friday 9.30am -11.30am Term time Children 0-3 years welcome : 0141 776 7215
Page 25 Information correct as of January 2017. Document review date January 2019. All of the groups and organisations listed in this manual are not necessarily affiliated with NHSGGC. Lenzie Old Parish Church Parent and Toddler Group, Kirkintilloch, Glasgow G66 4LQ Monday, Thursday and Friday 9.45am – 11.30am Term time 0-3 years
STAR-Parent & Toddler Hillhead Community Centre, Hillhead, Kirkintilloch G66 2JT Monday & Wednesday 9.30am - 11.00am & 1.00pm -3.00pm Friday 9.30am – 11.30am : 0141 777 3099
Townhead Toddler Group www.kirkiebaptist.com/children.htm Kirkintilloch Baptist Church, 52 Townhead, Kirkintilloch G66 1NL Tuesday & Friday 9.45am -11.15am Children 0-3 years welcome : 0141 578 6006
Twinkle Tots Enable Scotland & Sense Scotland, Hillhead Community Centre, 169 Meiklehill Road, Kirkintilloch G66 2JT Thursday 1.30pm – 2.30pm : 07464652026 Laura Walker
Lennoxtown
Lennoxtown Children & Toddlers Group Little Gems, Campsie Parish Church, Lennoxtown G66 7DF £1.50 per adult, includes Tea, Coffee, Juice and biscuits Monday 12.00 noon - 2.00pm : 07989 285581 Melanie Cairney [email protected]
Lennoxtown Toddler Group Campsie Memorial Hall, Main Street, Lennoxtown G66 7HA Wednesday 1.00pm - 3.00pm Children 0-5 years welcome : 01360 238002
Milngavie
Cairns Church Toddler Group www.cairnschurch.org.uk Cairns Church, Buchanan Street, Milngavie, G62 8AW Tuesday 10.00am – 11.30am : 0141 956 4868
Milngavie Parent & Toddler Group Library & Community Hall, Allander Road, Milngavie G62 8PN Friday - 9.30am – 11.00am Snacks included. : 07923606168 Page 26 Information correct as of January 2017. Document review date January 2019. All of the groups and organisations listed in this manual are not necessarily affiliated with NHSGGC.
Noah’s Ark St. Pauls Church, 1, Baldernock Road, Milngavie G62 8DP Thursday during term time 9.30am -11.15am or 1.00pm – 2.30pm Birth to 3yrs : 0141 956 4405 Jackie at [email protected]
Ark Animals St. Pauls Church, 1 Baldernock Road, Milngavie G62 8DP Monthly on a Tuesday 1.30pm – 2.45pm for 2½yrs -5 yrs : 0141 956 4405 Alison on [email protected]
Twins Group – Babes in the Wood 30 Wellington Road, Bishopbriggs G64 2SA Monday 10.00am – 11.30am : 0141 258 7500
Milton of Campsie
Milton of Campsie Thursday Toddler Time Craighead Community Centre, Milton of Campsie G66 8DL Thursday 9.45am – 11.15am – no need to book. Details on Facebook 0 – 3years welcome : 01360 311884
Torrance
Torrance Pre-Fives www.torrancepre-fives.moonfruit.com Caldwell Halls, 16 Campsie Road Torrance G64 4BN Parent & Toddler group Birth – 3+ years Friday 9.30am – 11.15am during term time Playgroups from 2½ years plus (staffed by play leaders) Monday, Tuesday & Thursday 9.30am – 11.30am during term time
Twechar
Twechar Toddler Group Healthy Living Centre, St John’s Way, Twechar G65 9TA Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday 9.00am – 11.00am : 01236 827154
Page 27 Information correct as of January 2017. Document review date January 2019. All of the groups and organisations listed in this manual are not necessarily affiliated with NHSGGC.
Deaf Connections (Glasgow North and South) www.deafconnections.co.uk 100 Norfolk Street, Glasgow G5 9EJ Free for families with deafness; this includes BSL users, those hard of hearing or deafened. Most Thursdays 10.00am - 1.00pm – please phone first to check : 0141 420 1759
Toddler Sense Classes www.toddlersense.com First class is free taster session : 07789 996721 Laura Wilson cumbernauld@toddlersense.co.uk
Kirkintilloch Kirkintilloch Scout Hall, 9 Regent Street, Kirkintilloch G66 1JF Monday 10.00am - 11.00 am or 11.30am - 12.30pm 2 - 4 years Monday 1.00pm - 2.00pm 13 months to 2 years
Bishopbriggs Babes in the Wood (next to Play Town Soft Play), 30 Wellington Road, Bishopbriggs G64 2SA Tuesday 10.00am - 11.00am 2 - 4 years
Cumbernauld Condorrat Parish Church, 62 Main Road, Cumbernauld G67 4DZ Wednesday 10.00am -11.00 am or 11.30am - 12.30pm 2 - 4 years Wednesday 1.00pm - 2.00pm 13 months - 2 years
Page 28 Information correct as of January 2017. Document review date January 2019. All of the groups and organisations listed in this manual are not necessarily affiliated with NHSGGC. Cumbernauld Condorrat Parish Church, 62 Main Road, Cumbernauld G67 4DZ Thursday 10.00am -11.00 am or 11.30am - 12.30pm 2 - 4 years Thursday 1.00pm - 2.00pm 13 months - 2 years
DAY NURSERIES IN EAST DUNBARTON
Early year’s child care and education for children from 6 weeks to 5 years of age. For information on local Nursery provision and fees please visit: www.eastdunbarton.gov.uk www.scottishchildcare.gov.uk/eastdunbartonshire : 0845454510
East Dunbartonshire Childcare Information Service Southbank House, Strathkelvin Place, Kirkintilloch G66 1XQ : 0141 578 8060 Fax: 0141 578 8945 [email protected]
Page 29 Information correct as of January 2017. Document review date January 2019. All of the groups and organisations listed in this manual are not necessarily affiliated with NHSGGC. CHILD HOME AND GARDEN SAFETY CHECKLIST
This checklist will help you identify potential dangers within your home and garden. YES NO
Do you always keep hot drinks out of reach of children? Remember even a small amount of liquid can scald a child. Do you keep all pot handles turned away from the edge of the cooker and use the back rings whenever possible? Have you installed approved smoke alarms on every level of your home and do you test them regularly? Contact your local Fire and Rescue for information or advice. Freephone 0800 0731999 Are dangerous items such as medicines, bleaches, washing machine/ dishwasher produce stored safely out of reach of children? LIQUIDTABS are particularly dangerous. Do you ever transfer cleaning products or medicines into different containers? Do you ever mix household products while cleaning? Dangerous fumes may be released. Do you ever remove labels from cleaning products? Are hazardous materials such as solvents, weed killers, pesticides and fertilisers stored safely out of reach of children? Do you keep all plastic wrapping materials including shopping bags, rubbish bags and nappy sacks away from children? Have you fitted stair gates at the top and bottom of stairs? Do you keep small items including jewellery, buttons, safety pins, coins and small batteries away from children? Do you keep hot electrical items such as irons or hair- straighteners out of reach of children? These items remain hot sometime after being switched off and can cause serious burns in children. Do you change your baby on the floor? This will reduce the risk of falling from high surfaces e.g. beds, sofas and changing tables. Do you always use a five point safety harness when putting your child in a buggy or high chair? Have you checked that blind cords are not dangling low off windows and do not hang in a loop? Remember anything children can put round their necks can cause strangulation.
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YES NO
Have you placed furniture, including cots and playpens away from windows to prevent falls? Are window locks and/or window restrictors fitted and in use? Do you encourage children to tidy up toys after play to avoid slips, trips or falls? Have you carefully examined toys and removed those with small or broken parts that could be lodged in a child’s throat, ears or nose? Is your boiler and other gas appliance serviced regularly? This can reduce the risk of poisoning as CO (Carbon Monoxide) gas is colourless and odourless. Have you fitted a CO alarm in the house, to warn of possible CO leaks? Have you taught your child not to eat anything that they find outside without checking with you first? Have you removed any mushrooms/toadstools from your garden? Have you cleared up any cat or dog faeces (not poisonous but carry infection)? Do you always keep all chemicals and products in their original container, only preparing what you need? Do you ever transfer chemicals and products into alternative containers, particularly food and drink containers e.g. soft drink bottles?
Page 31 Information correct as of January 2017. Document review date January 2019. All of the groups and organisations listed in this manual are not necessarily affiliated with NHSGGC. Have you checked your garden for the following toxic plants and removed them? YES NO
Yew (Taxusbaccata)
Laburnum (Laburnum Anagyroides)
Foxglove ((Digitalis purpurea)
Aconite (Aconitum napellus –native monkshood)
Page 32 Information correct as of January 2017. Document review date January 2019. All of the groups and organisations listed in this manual are not necessarily affiliated with NHSGGC.
For further information on Child Safety:
• Child Accident Prevention Trust (CAPT) : www.capt.org.uk 0207 608 3825
• Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents (RoSPA) : www.rospa.com/childsafety/inthehome 0121 248 2000
Avoiding Poisoning
Always seek immediate advice if your child takes any of the following: • Medicines – prescription medicines AND most non-prescription medicines e.g. aspirin, iron tablets, paracetamol. If you think your child has taken methadone, morphine or a recreational drug “ legal high”, : 999. • Alcoholic drinks or anything containing alcohol • Cigarettes (including butts) or nicotine replacement products e.g. e-cigs, patches, gum • Essential plant oils e.g. clove oil, eucalyptus oil, lavender oil • Household cleaning products e.g. dishwasher tablets, fabric liquid capsules • Toiletries e.g. aftershave, perfume • White spirit, weed killers, wood preservatives, insect killers • Slug pellets • Rat and mouse poisons • Plants or mushrooms you suspect to be poisonous (see pictures above)
Some examples of generally harmless plants and substances found in the garden can be found at www.spib.scot.nhs.uk
Never assume that a plant is edible, even if you see birds or animals eating it.
Never allow children or pets in areas of the garden that you are spraying with weed killer, insect killer or wood preservative.
Page 33 Information correct as of January 2017. Document review date January 2019. All of the groups and organisations listed in this manual are not necessarily affiliated with NHSGGC. If you suspect your child has been in contact with a poisonous plant or mushroom • Stay calm. • Take the plant/product away from your child. • Encourage your child to spit out anything still in their mouth. Check mouth removing anything remaining and check for any sore or blistered areas. • NEVER try to make your child vomit or give ANYTHING to make your child sick.
The above plant pictures and list is not exhaustive and if a plant/substance is not listed here it does not mean it is harmless.
If your child has got hold of something they shouldn’t have and you are in any doubt at all, please seek medical advice.
Phone your GP or NHS24 (:111) if you are in any doubt or if your child is unwell
Page 34 Information correct as of January 2017. Document review date January 2019. All of the groups and organisations listed in this manual are not necessarily affiliated with NHSGGC.
This information is available on NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde website www.nhsggc.org.uk
For further information or feedback, please contact us using the below details:
Pharmacy Public Health West House Gartnavel Royal Hospital 1055 Great Western Road Glasgow G12 0XH
Page 35 Information correct as of January 2017. Document review date January 2019. All of the groups and organisations listed in this manual are not necessarily affiliated with NHSGGC.