The Health Team

The Health Team consists of 2 part time Health Visitors, Therese and Kerah, a Midwife, Kate, and and various support workers. We are here to support you in addition to the existing services.

Services

We offer the following services:

• Support and Advice
• Additional Midwifery Service
• Practical Help
• Breastfeeding Support
• Support for Mums with Post Natal Depression
• Post Natal Parenting Sessions
• Safety Equipment Loan Scheme
• Baby Massage
• Stop Smoking Support Group

Health Visitor

Your named Health Visitor will contact you between day 10-14 to arrange a home visit. Your Health Visitor is attached to your GP. As well as your own Health Visitor you have the option of attending the Health Visitor run Child Health Clinics at:

Monday 1:30-2:30 PM Bilton Grange Health Centre
Wednesday 1:30-3:30 PM Greatfield Clinic
Thursday 1:30-3:00 PM St Margaret's Church, Longhill

This is where you can have your baby weighed and talk to a Health Visitor about any concerns you may have.

Dental Educator – Tracey

The main aim of Sure Start is to provide children with the best start in life, and I am here to support local families with their Dental Health. For example how to find a family Dentist, provide information on health eating, good brushing techniques and general information on how to maintain a healthy mouth. Remember prevention is better than cure!

I can provide Dental Health advice on a 1 to 1 basis, or in an organised group. My work will involve talking to pregnant mums, mother and baby clinics, pre-schools classes, nurseries and play groups.

To contact me phone Sure Start Longhill and Bilton Grange.

Formula milk

Formula milk is available at each clinic. The milk is sold at slightly reduced prices. You can also exchange milk tokens and purchase your milk if you are getting benefits. Bilton Grange Health Centre is open from 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM Monday-Friday, and milk can be purchased there at anytime.

Maternity Grant

You can apply for the Sure Start Maternity Grant of up to £500, up until 3 months after the birth of your baby if you are receiving benefits. Health workers will be happy to help you apply for a grant.

After the Birth

Once home with your baby you must register the baby's birth within 6 weeks. This is done at the Registrars Offices, Municipal Buildings, Carroll Place, Hull, telephone 615400. This will then enable you to:

1. Obtain a Birth Certificate
2. Receive a GP registration form
3. Apply for Child Benefit (which is available to everyone)