Support for Parents
Our community offers a range of local services aimed at supporting you in your journey through parenthood. Whether you're seeking guidance on child development, in need of parenting workshops, or simply require a supportive network, we have resources readily available to assist you.
Please don't hesitate to reach out to us if you need support to explore the services below. We understand that parenting can be both rewarding and challenging, and we're here to lend a helping hand.
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We have collated a collection of local support groups, and also helpline and charity group contacts for you to discuss any concerns you have around the health, safety or development of your child or your home environment.
Local Support Groups
Breastfeeding Club
Derwent Family hub , Monmouth Street, Chaddesden, DE21 6BD
Contact the Parents and Carers ChatHealth service to book: 07507 327754
Monday
11am-12pm
Derwent
Breastfeeding Club
Rosehill Family hub, Lower Dale Road, DE23 6WY
Contact the Parents and Carers ChatHealth service to book: 07507 327754
Tuesday
11am-12pm
Normanton
Breastfeeding Club
Sinfin Family hub, Sinfin Lane, DE24 9SF
Contact the Parents and Carers ChatHealth service to book: 07507 327754
Tuesday
1pm-2pm
Sinfin
Breastfeeding Club
Becket Family hub, Stockbrook Street, DE22 3WR
Contact the Parents and Carers ChatHealth service to book: 07507 327754
Friday
11am-12pm
Stockbrook
Breastfeeding Club
Boulton Children's Centre, 47b Holbrook Road, Alvaston, DE24 0DD
Contact the Parents and Carers ChatHealth service to book: 07507 327754
Thursday
11am-12pm
Alvaston
Breastfeeding Club
Audrey Drive Children's Centre, 3 Audrey Drive, Chaddesden, DE21 4NP
Contact the Parents and Carers ChatHealth service to book: 07507 327754
Wednesday
1pm-2pm
Chaddesden
Bridge the Gap Drop-in Sessions
Osmaston Allenton family hub, Cockayne Street North, Allenton, DE24 8XB
Friendly and relaxed session in a safe space to meet our team and have a drink while we provide opportunities to talk or create. Young children have so many emotions and behaviours that can feel overwhelming for us as parents and we feel pulled in so many different directions. Bridge the Gap specialise in this area and can give you a non-judgemental space to ask questions or just be creative. We offer story time and activities for the children to support them with their own emotional regulation and development. If you haven't got a child with you but would like a space to access creative therapeutic input then come along to access support for yourself.
Tuesday
1.30pm-3pm
Allenton
Bridge the Gap Drop-in Sessions
Mackworth Morley family hub, Reigate Drive, Mackworth, DE22 4EQ
Friendly and relaxed session in a safe space to meet our team and have a drink while we provide opportunities to talk or create. Young children have so many emotions and behaviours that can feel overwhelming for us as parents and we feel pulled in so many different directions. Bridge the Gap specialise in this area and can give you a non-judgemental space to ask questions or just be creative. We offer story time and activities for the children to support them with their own emotional regulation and development. If you haven't got a child with you but would like a space to access creative therapeutic input then come along to access support for yourself.
Wednesday
9.30am-11am
Mackworth
Bridge the Gap Drop-in Sessions
Becket family hub, Stockbrook Street, DE22 3WR
Friendly and relaxed session in a safe space to meet our team and have a drink while we provide opportunities to talk or create. Young children have so many emotions and behaviours that can feel overwhelming for us as parents and we feel pulled in so many different directions. Bridge the Gap specialise in this area and can give you a non-judgemental space to ask questions or just be creative. We offer story time and activities for the children to support them with their own emotional regulation and development. If you haven't got a child with you but would like a space to access creative therapeutic input then come along to access support for yourself.
Wednesday
1.30pm-3pm
City Centre
Bridge the Gap Drop-in Sessions
Sinfin family hub, Sinfin Lane, DE24 9SF
Friendly and relaxed session in a safe space to meet our team and have a drink while we provide opportunities to talk or create. Young children have so many emotions and behaviours that can feel overwhelming for us as parents and we feel pulled in so many different directions. Bridge the Gap specialise in this area and can give you a non-judgemental space to ask questions or just be creative. We offer story time and activities for the children to support them with their own emotional regulation and development. If you haven't got a child with you but would like a space to access creative therapeutic input then come along to access support for yourself.
Tuesday
11am-12.30pm
Sinfin
Derby Signing Families Group - booking required
Mackworth Morley Family hub, Reigate Drive, Mackworth, DE22 4EQ
This group is available to families with a deaf child and/or deaf parent in the Derby City area. We provide families with access to a safe and welcoming environment where your child/children can play with other children. Come along and enjoy a wide range of activities including malleable and creative activities, outdoor play, and games! The health team visits on the first Tuesday of every month for you to get your child weighed and ask any questions related to your child's development. For 0-5 year olds (term time) and 0-8 year olds (school holidays).
Please email: mackworthmorleyfamilyhub@derby.gov.uk to book.
Tuesday
9.30am-11.30am
Mackworth
Young Parents Group
Osmaston Allenton Family hub, Cockayne Street North, Allenton, DE24 8XB
For mums and dads under 25 to meet, share and learn alongside their child. Through peer and professional support you can get advice and guidance or signpost to other services. We want these groups to be co-created with you at the heart of them. We encourage you to make suggestions for session activities and topics you want to know more about. Join us for fun activities with refreshments available.
Wednesday
1.30pm-3pm
Allenton