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Our Rare Jewels report: Specialised parent-infant relationship teams are like rare jewels in the mental health system Executive Summary Full Report In June 2019, at the start of Infant Mental Health Awareness Week, we launched our ground-breaking report in parliament about the provision of specialised parent-infant relationship services around the UK. Parent-infant teams provide: Expertise,…
Read MoreOur Impact report: A dedicated summary of research and evidence on the impact of specialised parent-infant relationship teams. Executive Summary Full Report The impact of parent-infant relationship teams Introduction This is the first dedicated report to summarise the latest research about the impact of specialised parent-infant relationship teams. Evidence is critically important for growing the…
Read MoreToday we release a new report sharing families’ experiences of lockdown during pregnancy or with a baby. Babies in Lockdown is based on a survey of over 5000 families, conducted in partnership with charities Home-Start UK and Best Beginnings. The report tells us that: COVID-19 has affected parents, babies and the services that support them…
Read MoreBabies in Lockdown report: listening to parents to build back better Executive Summary Full Report This report captures the lockdown experiences of over 5000 families who responded to our online survey. The findings highlight the lack of support for families and the inequalities of babies’ early experiences. The evidence is unequivocal that the first 1,001…
Read MoreThis week, the First 1001 Days Movement launched as an alliance of over 130 charities and professional bodies campaigning to improve babies’ emotional wellbeing and development. The first 1001 days, from pregnancy until a child’s second birthday, are an age of opportunity. There is clear, compelling evidence that this is a significant and influential phase…
Read More1001 Days Manifesto Speak up for babies Updates APPG Activities Resources Evidence Briefs Infographics Working for Babies Members Overview The First 1001 Days Movement is a group of organisations and professionals working together to campaign about the importance of the emotional wellbeing of babies. Our vision is that every baby has loving and nurturing relationships…
Read MoreToday, the Parent-Infant Foundation called on all political parties in the UK to commit to transforming support for children and their families in the first 1001 days of life. A new briefing document, published today ahead of the December General Election, describes how the first 1001 days of life should be a priority for the…
Read MorePlease read these terms and conditions carefully before using this site What is in these terms? These terms tell you the rules for using our website https://parentinfantfoundation.org.uk (our site). Who we are and how to contact us https://parentinfantfoundation.org.uk is a site operated by the Parent-Infant Foundation Limited. We are registered in England and Wales under…
Read MoreThe First 1001 Days Movement welcomes the government’s decision to abolish the two-child limit from April 2026. It is the most cost-effective way to lift children out of poverty. Growing up in poverty can harm a baby’s healthy growth and development, with lasting effects on their wellbeing now and in the future. Our Movement called for the two-child limit…
Read MoreWe welcome publication of the Men’s Health Strategy, and its recognition that fatherhood is a critical life stage shaping men’s health, children’s outcomes, and family wellbeing. It is also great to see the government recognise, “babies and children benefit from secure relationships with their fathers”. Also, we are pleased to see a commitment to include fathers…
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