SWB Health Visiting

28/08/2026

Please see below information on activities available for Autumn at our local family hubs

08/08/2026

💉 Childhood Vaccination Drop-In Clinic 💉

Has your child missed any of their routine vaccinations (except BCG)?

If your child is aged 0 to 5 years, come along to our drop-in clinic and speak with the Health Visiting Vaccination Team.

Our friendly team can:

Answer your questions about vaccinations
Check your child’s vaccination record
Help your child catch up on any missed vaccinations

📞 For more information, call the Health Visiting Vaccination Team on 0121 507 5023.

08/08/2026

🌟Expecting a baby or parenting a little one under 2?🌟

Come along to our FREE Bump, Baby & Beyond event and find out about the amazing support available for families in Sandwell.

✅ Information and advice from local services
✅ Fun crafts and activities
✅Treasure hunt
✅Free goody bag after completing a short evaluation

🕙 Sessions run in 1½-hour booked slots to give everyone the chance to explore the event and speak with services.

📆 Monday 7 September 2026
📍Coneygre Arts Centre, Tipton
⏰Between 10am and 1pm

🔗 Book here: https://shorturl.at/kVzw9

Spaces are limited, so book early to avoid missing out!

08/08/2026

Did you miss our Sandwell Talking Tips? Read them below or check out the graphic to familiarise yourself and try them at home over the summer.

Watch what your child tells you and put the words in!
This shows your child that you are listening and trying to understand even if they aren’t talking yet.

Offer choices
Offering simple choices (like banana or yoghurt? / blue cup or red cup?) helps your baby learn new words and practise the ones they already know. It also gives them chances to try out little sentences as they grow.

Share books and stories
Sharing books and stories is a great way to introduce new words they might not hear in everyday conversation.


For more Talking Tips and activities to try out at home during this half-term click below.
👉 https://fis.sandwell.gov.uk/kb5/sandwell/directory/advice.page?id=HeKQG-WM9C0

07/08/2026

💉 Childhood Vaccination Drop-In Clinic 💉
Has your child missed any of their childhood vaccinations (apart from BCG)? Is your child aged between 0-5 years? If so, come along to our drop-in clinic and speak to the Health Visiting Vaccination Team.
📍 Oldbury Health Centre
📅 Saturday 1st August 2026
🕘 9:00am – 12:00pm
Our friendly team will be available to answer your questions and help your child catch up with any missed vaccinations.
📞 For more information, please call the Health Visiting Vaccination Team on 0121 507 5023

04/08/2026

👋 Hey Sandwell parents and guardians!

We’ve been shouting about the power of sharing stories this week – it’s a great way to help your little one learn new words. 💬✨

🧸 Did you know you can pop into a lovely, relaxed space at Smethwick Library to explore stories with your little one?

Their free Play, Talk, Read sessions are perfect for sharing stories together, as well as chatting and playing — all great for building vocabulary and confidence.

Each session is led by the brilliant Smethwick Library team, who are experts in early play and communication. 💛

Come along and join the fun:

📅 Mondays · 10:30–11:30

📅 Wednesdays · 10:30–11:30

📅 Thursdays · 1:30–2:30

📍 Smethwick Library, B66 1AA

👶 For children under 2 and their parent/carer

03/08/2026

💉 Childhood Vaccination Drop-In Clinic 💉
Has your child missed any of their childhood vaccinations (apart from BCG)? Is your child aged between 0-5 years? If so, come along to our drop-in clinic and speak to the Health Visiting Vaccination Team.
📍 Oldbury Health Centre
📅 Saturday 8th August 2026
🕘 9:00am – 12:00pm
Our friendly team will be available to answer your questions and help your child catch up with any missed vaccinations.
📞 For more information, please call the Health Visiting Vaccination Team on 0121 507 5023

03/08/2026

Starting school or nursery is a big step for both you and your child. CBeebies Parenting is here to help, with practical tips, expert advice and supportive guidance to make the transition as smooth and positive as possible.

For all tips and activities: https://bbc.in/4h4z4gM

03/08/2026

Breast milk is the ideal first food for a baby.

It's safe, clean and contains antibodies which protect against dangerous illnesses.
☑️ Start within 1 hour after birth
☑️ Breastfeed exclusively for the first 6 months
☑️ Continue alongside healthy family foods until the baby is at least 2 years old

03/08/2026