Free Antenatal Workshops and Infant Feeding Support in Ealing
Are you expecting a baby or caring for a young baby? Free support is available to families across Ealing to help you prepare for parenthood and get advice on feeding your baby.
Preparing for Parenthood – Free Online Workshops
Join the free online Preparing for Parenthood workshops, held on the third Thursday of every month, from 12 noon to 2 pm.
Local professionals will provide information about the support available during pregnancy and after your baby is born, including:
- Health visiting
- Infant feeding
- Oral health
- Midwifery
- Children’s Centres and Early Start services
You will have the opportunity to ask questions, learn how to access local services and feel more confident about the early days with your baby.
Who can attend?
The workshops are for anyone expecting a baby and living in Ealing. Fathers-to-be and partners are very welcome.
How to book
To book a place, email [email protected].
Free Infant Feeding Support
The Ealing Health Visiting and Infant Feeding Team offers free information, advice and support, whether you are breastfeeding, formula feeding or combination feeding.
Support includes:
- One-to-one support: Telephone, video calls and home visits by arrangement.
- Specialist feeding clinics: Available by appointment at Children’s Centres.
- Weekly drop-in groups: Friendly sessions where parents can meet, share experiences and receive advice.
- Online support group: Held on the last Friday of each month, from 10 am to 11.30 am. Email the team to request a joining link.
- Introducing solid foods: Face-to-face and virtual workshops for parents of babies aged 16–24 weeks.
Contact the Infant Feeding Team
Telephone: 0208 102 5888
Email: [email protected]
For further information and reliable advice, visit the NHS Start for Life website: https://www.nhs.uk/start-for-life/
Please see the attached posters for more information about the workshops, support groups, locations and available services.