Happy Diwali! We wish everyone celebrating this Festival of Lights a joyful time. #HappyDiwali #diwali

We’re taking action to deliver on our promise of being an open and inclusive charity that's here to support all parents. We've put in place plans to ensure that wellbeing and inclusion is at the forefront of everything we do. Read about our ongoing work: bit.ly/3DdhanD

Here are all the ways we can help support you: ⁣⁣
💚 Our free Infant Feeding Support line ⁣⁣
💚 Fun & informative antenatal and postnatal courses ⁣⁣
💚 Friendly parent support groups and activities⁣
💚 Our website is full of reliable, up-to-date information

At NCT, NCT we’re 💯 behind #MarchOfTheMummies - a national protest by PregnantThenScrewed on 29th Oct demanding Government reform on childcare, parental leave and flexible working. Register your interest,or sign up to #volunteer
pregnantthenscrewed.com/event-march-of…

Anyone accessing NHS maternity services has the right to be listened to & receive personalised care. And yet time and time again this right is not delivered on.

Read Angela McConville's response to the Care Quality Commission State of Care report: nct.org.uk/about-us/media…

Bringing up a baby can be expensive, but our Nearly New Sales are a great way of keeping costs down. You can pick up good quality toys, clothes and accessories at a fraction of the price than if you bought them new. Find out more: nct.org.uk/local-activiti… 💚

Starting our Leadership Team meeting this morning with a report from #Newham Nurture … our co-produced ‘starting well’ perinatal programme for women in Newham. Over 250 families helped in almost 40 languages so far. In partnership The Magpie Project Alternatives Trust East London Compost London

The autumn booster is strongly recommended for pregnant women, who are at higher risk of getting seriously ill with Covid 🤰

Immunologist Dr Viki Male from @ImperialCollege explains why it's so important to get vaccinated.

More info: nhs.uk/conditions/cor…

Our thoughts and heartfelt sympathy are with the families involved in the East Kent investigation. They were failed by the Trust whose role is to care for them and keep them safe. Read our response: bit.ly/3gjOMHF

I was delighted to host Sonah Paton, Founding Director Black Mothers Matter U.K at our NCT all-community event today. I urge you to find out more about their critical work and mission, by following instagram.com/blackmothersma…

We’re delighted to announce that NCT Breastfeeding Peer Supporter Steph Guerin has been shortlisted as Volunteer for Scotland in the Helpforce Champions Awards 2022! Watch the video to see what makes Steph so special: clipchamp.com/watch/k8Gncufr…

We’re joining the Global #WaveofLight and showing our heartfelt support for parents who have experienced the loss of a baby. Join us by lighting a candle at 7pm this evening to remember and honour all the babies that have died too soon. Find out more: bit.ly/3CXD2Dg

There are just a few days left to send in your submissions for The Heather Trickey Essay Prize, created in fond memory of Dr Heather Trickey. Hurry - all entries must be received by 17 October. More details below ⬇️

Such enthusiasm and commitment to partnership working from so many excellent organisations today...we're all on the same page! Communication between services, personalised care, working with respect for service user voice & embracing all care options available NCT

Reading sparks imagination and helps children to understand the world around them. This #BlackHistoryMonth we wanted to share a selection of books whose characters and stories celebrate Black culture and identities. Enjoy these wonderful books all year around. Happy reading!

Read Angela McConville's response to the MBRRACE UK report:

'We need tailored support for those families living in the most deprived parts of the country who are at greatest risk of losing a baby.'

nct.org.uk/about-us/media…
#BLAW2022 #BabyLossAwarenessWeek

Catherine from our Parents in Mind team is presenting at the Maternity Consortium event today. The event will share good practice from Voluntary, Community and Social Enterprise organisations & MVPs working with local specialist mental health teams💚 #mentalhealth

Thanks to everyone who helped us contribute to the #SafeStaffing report published today by @APPGBabyloss and #APPGMaternity . The safety and wellbeing of families and staff needs to be a priority. Here's our full statement: bit.ly/3TgrRef