• Trying for a baby

    If you’re trying for a baby there are things you can do to help make sure you have a safe and comfortable pregnancy and that your child is healthy.

  • Health visiting

    Health visiting is a service for all families, offering advice, health reviews and support from pregnancy until your child starts school to promote healthy growth, development and wellbeing.

  • Pregnancy

    Find trusted information and support to help you have a healthy pregnancy including antenatal care, screening, vaccinations, and looking after your health throughout pregnancy. 

  • Physical activity and nutrition in pregnancy

    A healthy diet and keeping active can help you to keep well during pregnancy and give your baby the best possible start in life. 

  • Smoking, vaping, alcohol & drugs in pregnancy

    Find trusted information, advice and support on smoking, vaping, alcohol and drug use during pregnancy. Learn about health risks, where to access support, and the steps you can take to give your baby the healthiest possible start in life.

  • Family Nurse Partnership (FNP) Programme

    The Family Nurse Partnership (FNP) is a voluntary home visiting programme that supports first-time parents from early pregnancy until their child is around two years old, helping families, giving their child the best possible start in life.

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The Pregnancy Book

This book provides information on many aspects of pregnancy and a list of useful organisations. It is available to expectant mothers resident in Northern Ireland through primary care services (antenatal clinics, GPs or health visitors).