Preparing for a Baby - Get Healthy
If you’re fit and well before pregnancy, your baby is more likely to be healthy. So, you need to think about your diet, exercise and mental health.
Trouble Getting Pregnant
Some people don’t find it as easy to get pregnant but you can get help from a doctor. Find out more from Barking, Havering and Redbridge Hospitals website.
Register a Birth
Follow this step by step guide on how to register a birth with Barking and Dagenham Council.
NHS Pregnancy Advice
Advice and information on what the national NHS services can offer you.
Baby Bank
The Baby Bank is a community-driven initiative dedicated to supporting families in need. The Baby Bank collects used clothing and toys and distribute them to those who could use a helping hand.
Tommy's
Tommy’s is a charity that offers expert advice for parents before, during and after pregnancy. Visit their website to learn how to improve the health of your future pregnancy.
Best Beginnings Baby Buddy
Best Beginnings Baby Buddy is a free app created by parents, healthcare professionals and others to use during pregnancy could be accessing – including benefits or grants!
The National Childbirth Trust's (NCT)
The National Childbirth Trust’s (NCT) website has lots of information and support on pregnancy, birth and early parenthood.
Inourplace Antenatal Courses
Inourplace is home to high-quality, evidence-based online antenatal courses available to everyone in the UK, entirely free of charge. Learning with us will help you feel confident and prepared at the start of your parenting journey.
Mellow Bumps
Mellow Bumps is a seven week group for pregnant women (22 to 32 weeks) to help them get ready for their baby. It also supports mums with stress, worries, and feeling lonely.