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Parent-Infant Foundation @parentinfantfdn.bsky.social · Aug 6

We're delighted to be working with the Royal Foundation's Centre for Early Childhood as an early adopter of their new series of animated films to support the social & emotional development of babies & young children.
Watch + share: youtube.com/playlist?lis...

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Parent-Infant Foundation @parentinfantfdn.bsky.social · Jul 29

Tamora Langley has written for @politicshome.bsky.social about the fact that too many babies are suffering from a lack of early-months bonding.

Read her contribution 👇

www.politicshome.com/opinion/article/many-babies-suffering-lack-earlymonths-bonding

Too many babies are suffering from a lack of early-months bonding

The first 1,001 days of life, from conception to two years old, should be a magical time for families. Seeing babies develop a sense of themselves ...

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First 1001 Days Movement @first1001days.bsky.social · Jul 24

The video from our latest lunchtime webinar is now online.

It looked at the recommendations made in the Manifesto for Babies and the progress being made against them.

www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y60eXFC2pUk

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First 1001 Days Movement @first1001days.bsky.social · Jul 22

Join us for our next lunchtime webinar looking back at our Manifesto for Babies in light of policy developments.

🎤 Hosted by Ben Curran with Tamora Langley, Matthew Hann, Emma Gardner & Eunice Lumsden

🗓️ 1PM on Weds 23 July

👉 Register www.tickettailor.com/events/first1001daysmovement/1786331

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Parent-Infant Foundation @parentinfantfdn.bsky.social · Jul 8

📢Calling clinicians working in #perinatal mental health settings..
Can you spare a few mins to help with research for a Clinical Psychology thesis? All you have to do is share your views & experience of parent-infant relationships assessment in perinatal settings.
More info: bit.ly/4lTkSqS

Views and Experiences of Parent-Infant Relationship Assessment in Perinatal Mental Health Settings – Parent-Infant Foundation

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Parent-Infant Foundation @parentinfantfdn.bsky.social · Jul 2

The House of Lords is currently debating amendments to the Children's Wellbeing and Schools Bill.

We supported Lord Russell with his amendment calling for a comprehensive early years strategy, including the rollout of #StartforLife, improved data collection & a national social care workforce plan.

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Parent-Infant Foundation @parentinfantfdn.bsky.social · Jul 2

In summing up the debate on Lord Russell’s amendment, Minister Jacqui Smith confirmed the government is committed to publishing a best start in life strategy this year and are strengthening family services through Family Hubs and the Start for Life programme.

Parent-Infant Foundation @parentinfantfdn.bsky.social · Jul 2

We were delighted to get a mention, as Baroness Glenys Thornton kindly thanked us for our work.

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Parent-Infant Foundation @parentinfantfdn.bsky.social · Jul 2

The House of Lords is currently debating amendments to the Children's Wellbeing and Schools Bill.

We supported Lord Russell with his amendment calling for a comprehensive early years strategy, including the rollout of #StartforLife, improved data collection & a national social care workforce plan.

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Parent-Infant Foundation @parentinfantfdn.bsky.social · Jun 11

In response to today's #SpendingReview, our CEO
@keithareed.bsky.social has welcomed commitment to expanding the Family Hubs programme, but is disappointed by the lack of clarity around funding for #StartForLife services, particularly during #IMHAW2025
Full statement 👉http://bit.ly/4kCwYDN

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Parent-Infant Foundation @parentinfantfdn.bsky.social · Jun 9

Today we've launched new research which shows a growing number of parent-infant relationship teams across the UK. But in many areas, specialist support is still not available.

Find out more & help us ask #Whoisholdingthebaby?’ this #IMHAW2025 👉bit.ly/43ys30y

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Parent-Infant Foundation @parentinfantfdn.bsky.social · Jun 9

Its Infant Mental Health Awareness Week & we're asking policymakers, commissioners & service planners, 'Who is holding the baby?'
We're stating the week at 1pm today with a webinar to launch our new #Whoisholdingthebaby report.
Last tickets👉 bit.ly/43OF71S #IMHAW2025

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Parent-Infant Foundation @parentinfantfdn.bsky.social · Jun 3

We’re one of 70+ orgs united in standing with the PM’s commitment to the early years.

Together, we’re urging Keir Starmer to support babies, children and families from the very start by making this ambition a reality at the #SpendingReview2025.

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Parent-Infant Foundation @parentinfantfdn.bsky.social · May 27

Free #IMHAW2025 webinar!
Join us to kick start #IMHAW2025 on Mon 9th June, 1pm, as we launch our new report & ask the crucial question ‘Who is holding the baby?’.
Hear from the Parent-Infant Foundation & @mayaellismp.bsky.social, Chair of the APPG on Babies (Pregnancy to Age 2).
Book👉bit.ly/43OF71S

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Parent-Infant Foundation @parentinfantfdn.bsky.social · May 20

📣We're hiring!📣
Following our successful bid with the @tnlcommunityfund.org.uk, we have 2 job roles open for applications. We're looking for a Strategic Clinical Lead & a Project Manager to run development & delivery of the National PAIR Framework.
Details: parentinfantfoundation.org.uk/vacancies/

Parent-Infant Foundation @parentinfantfdn.bsky.social · May 8

Following our Golden Thread report & a recent meeting with ministers, we are very pleased to see the importance of parent-infant relationships highlighted in the Welsh Government's new 10-year mental health & wellbeing strategy. More details 👇
bit.ly/3YzQM1A

New Welsh Mental Health and Wellbeing Strategy highlights parent-infant relationships - Parent-Infant Foundation

Welsh Government have published a new 10-year strategy for mental health and wellbeing, along with a delivery plan for the next three years. The new strategy aims to join up and align health and socia...

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Parent-Infant Foundation @parentinfantfdn.bsky.social · May 7

Please join us & @labourlist.bsky.social for this exciting free event next Thurs 15th May at 12.30pm. The excellent panel will discuss what Labour's Missions mean for babies.
Book now to secure your spot!

Parent-Infant Foundation @parentinfantfdn.bsky.social · May 2

We're delighted to announce we've been awarded more than £1 million from The National Lottery Community Fund to create a new National Parent-Infant Relationship (PAIR) Framework!
Working with delivery partners Ideas Alliance & Anna Freud, we can't wait to get started!
Details👉 bit.ly/4jF3G75

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The Royal College of Psychiatrists @rcpsych.bsky.social · Apr 14

The first five years of life are crucial to a child’s development, the prevention of future #mentalhealth conditions and the promotion of mental wellbeing and resilience. Read more about our case for action here: www.rcpsych.ac.uk/docs/default...

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Parent-Infant Foundation @parentinfantfdn.bsky.social · Apr 14

Have you seen our External Opportunities webpage? We've recently added the details of a tender from Kent County Council for the creation of a new, ground-breaking multidisciplinary parent-infant service in Kent. Deadline this Wed 16/04 for registering interest.
👉bit.ly/4jpnKd4

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Parent-Infant Foundation @parentinfantfdn.bsky.social · Mar 6

#IMHAW2025 will highlight the crucial job that specialised teams and services do, both supporting babies and their families, and helping local services to join-up and ensure someone is always holding the baby! Keep an eye on our website for updates as we get closer to June 👇 bit.ly/42nUI63 🧵3/3

IMHAW - Parent-Infant Foundation

Infant Mental Health Awareness Week Infant Mental Health Awareness Week 2025 - Who is holding the baby? Infant Mental Health Awareness Week (IMHAW) 2025 is taking place from 9th - 15th June 2025 and t...

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Parent-Infant Foundation @parentinfantfdn.bsky.social · Mar 6

#IMHAW2025 #Whoisholdingthebaby Our research shows a growing number of parent-infant teams. But in many areas, there is still no support. #IMHAW will highlight how important these services are, and urge decision makers to understand ‘who is holding the baby’ in their area. 🧵 2/3

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Parent-Infant Foundation @parentinfantfdn.bsky.social · Mar 6

📢#IMHAW2025 Theme launched!
This year's Infant Mental Health Awareness Week (9th-15th June) will be asking, Who is holding the baby?
#IMHAW2025 will shine a light on the gaps in services that support vulnerable babies & their families.

Details👉bit.ly/42nUI63
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Tam Langley @tamlangley.bsky.social · Mar 1

Lovely long-read in today's @thetimes.com explaining how babies communicate and the importance of talking to them. Also how traumatic births can impact bonding and why parents who are struggling need support. That's our mission at @parentinfantfdn.bsky.social www.thetimes.com/life-style/p...

What are babies really thinking?

Rachel Carlyle meets Marie Derome, the child psychotherapist who explains the science of bonding

www.thetimes.com

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Parent-Infant Foundation @parentinfantfdn.bsky.social · Feb 17

Great resource recently launched by @foundationsww.bsky.social! The new Practice Guide highlights how effective parenting programmes can help to strengthen families’ response to, and resilience in the face of challenges and improve both parent and child outcomes. Take a look 👇

Foundations – What Works Centre for Children & Families @foundationsww.bsky.social · Feb 14

Last week, we published a new Practice Guide for local leaders and practitioners on Parenting Through
Adversity – parents of babies & children 0 to 10 📑

Find out everything you need to know ✅ summarised in a handy round-up 🗞 #ParentingSupport mailchi.mp/foundations....

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