Charity calls for urgent review of breastfeeding support following closure of all Lothian-based drop-in clinics Continue reading NHS Lothian ‘failing breastfeeding mothers’ as support services are slashed by 60%
Tag: Children and Families
Scottish Government funding to raise awareness of the risks of running away
Two leading charities are joining forces to develop materials to educate children and young people about the dangers of going missing and encourage them to access support. Continue reading Scottish Government funding to raise awareness of the risks of running away
Get your tickets for Ferryhill Family Ceilidh
Tuesday 29th January: 6.30 – 8.30pm
Kids clubs restart at West Pilton
Clubs are back underway at West Pilton
Centipede’s back on Friday
Centipede is here again with a free, drop-in session this Friday from 2 – 5pm!
It is about foraging and making bark based ointments. Open to all, families welcome.
North Edinburgh Arts new programme launches 19 January
Our Winter / Spring 2019 programme is kicking off on 19 January, and you’re invited to join us and make your 2019 more creative 
Check out our programme and sign up by emailing admin@northedinburgharts.co.uk or at the reception.
You can find full details at: https://northedinburgharts.co.uk/
Reap the rewards by booking holiday clubs early
Be an early bird and book by 31 January 2019 to receive a 10% discount on weekly Holiday Club places at Edinburgh Leisure for the February 2019 half term. Continue reading Reap the rewards by booking holiday clubs early
Try Orienteering at Cammo Estate this weekend
Saturday 12th January 1.30 – 3.00pm
Build screen time around family activities, not the other way round, parents told
In a UK first, the RCPCH has published new guidance to help parents manage their children’s screen time.
Continue reading Build screen time around family activities, not the other way round, parents told
Oh, sugar! How to curb your family’s enthusiasm
There are many foods which are high in sugar which you may not be aware of. Whilst many of these (e.g. fruit smoothies) contain key nutrients, eating a large amount of these foods can also contribute to you becoming overweight.
Take a look at the graphics from AXA PPP healthcare to see how your breakfast –you’re your kids’ – contributes to your daily sugar intake. Continue reading Oh, sugar! How to curb your family’s enthusiasm