Children and family centres

Family centres offer a place where you can:

• talk to a midwife or health visitor
• let your child play, learn and make friends 
• get professional advice on health and family matters
• provide education and confidential support
• find out about training and job opportunities
• socialise with other parents

Family centres also offer:

• child and family health services
• breastfeeding support
• advice on parenting
• local childcare options 
• advice on access to speech therapy, healthy eating advice and managing money 

The services available to you will depend on your local area.