Child Health

Common Childhood Wellbeing Booklets

The North East Essex CCG have developed handbooks to help you look after your child, from ages 0-5 and 6-12. They include information on general welfare and wellbeing and common childhood illnesses to help you keep your child safe and healthy.

Website: www.neessexccg.nhs.uk

Abuse

Are you worried an adult or child may be at risk of abuse or neglect?

Telephone: 03456 037627(Child)

Telephone: 03456 037630(Adult)

Website: www.essex.gov.uk

Child Fun

Fun, engaging and exciting health and hygiene themed activities. All activities are available at no cost and are free.

Website: www.childfun.com/health-and-hygiene

Childhood illness visual guide

Use this visual guide to help you identify common conditions and illnesses that may affect your child. Includes conditions such as measles, slapped cheek syndrome, chicken pox and warts.

Website: NHS: Visual Guide for Childhood illnesses

Essex Child and Family Wellbeing

Early experiences, including before birth, can have a profound impact on lifelong health and wellbeing of young children and their families.  Health visitors offer expert health advice, information, and support to facilitate and empower parents to care for their children.

Website: www.essexfamilywellbeing.co.uk

Change4Life

Change4Life aims to ensure parents have the essential support and tools they need to make healthier choices for their families. Modern life can mean people are a lot busier, less active, and more reliant on convenience and fast food than we used to be.

Website: www.nhs.uk/change4life

Child Health Services

Child Health Services provides local support and information via their website.

Website: www.esneft.nhs.uk

Vaccination planner

Download a personalised vaccination calendar, which highlights the dates your child needs to have their vaccinations by.

Website: NHS: Vaccination Schedule