As part of Parenting Week, Parentline NI invite parents and carers of children experiencing emotionally based school non-attendance to connect, share experiences and find suppot over tea, coffee and treats.
Come along for a cuppa, some cake and a chance to chat, connect and enjoy a little time together.
Date: Tuesday 20 October 2026
Time 7.30pm
Venue: ABC Community Hub, Magharee House, 82 Thomas Street, Portadown.
E-mail: ppinbox@ci-ni.org.uk to book your place
The Changing Lives Initiative: Flourish and Thrive are running free workshops for parents throughout October. 
View attached flyer for more information about free October workshops running online to support parents whose children have behaviours associated with Autism and ADHD. No diagnosis required come along and get some knowledge and tips to support your child at home!
October 1st Stop, Think, Act! 7.30pm https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1998478991461?aff=oddtdtcreator
October 6th Attention HQ 7.30pm https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1998479243214?aff=oddtdtcreator
October 8th Calm & Connected 10.30am https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1998479544114?aff=oddtdtcreator
October 13th Thinking Outside the Box 10.30am https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1998479629369?aff=oddtdtcreator
October 14th Calm & Connected 7.30pm https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1998479747723?aff=oddtdtcreator
If you have any questions about our work or would like to organise any in person workshops, please don’t hesitate to get in contact via info@changinglives.ie or Tel 028 9590 0378.
Join us for an information and support event for parents and carers of children with Autism and ADHD and those awaiting assessment.
The event will include;
Poster promoting “Colin Neuro Café,” an information and support event for parents and carers of children with Autism and ADHD or those awaiting assessment. Includes illustrations of families and lists event features such as information stalls, workshops and light refreshments. Takes place Thursday 24 September 2026, 10am–12 noon, at Brook Leisure Centre, Dunmurry. Contact details are provided at the bottom.
Our Children’s Dietitian Jenny Panek says, “As children head back to school this September and we all get into new routines, now is the perfect time to refresh lunchbox routines and support healthy eating habits.
Our NEW Healthy Lunch Box Videos have you covered- packed with simple tips to help create balanced, nutritious lunches that keep children fuelled throughout the school day.
And don’t forget our popular ‘Children’s Snacks’ series.”
📺 Watch the videos on the Public Health Dietitians ‘Eating Well’ YouTube channel:
https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLVutsY_gd5AYnalVYTCXNoKDh9anjQ9P2&si=ihbsMCGcUqmgAihH
And if you have teenagers, check out this playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLVutsY_gd5AZldZtyoRRPIq5lF9RewHM_&si=z4Mm0IjHvTUiYQv-
Please share with parents, carers, friends and family to help support healthy eating this school year.
Wishing all families a happy, healthy and successful return to school!
Promotional graphic for World Breastfeeding Awareness Week (1–7 August 2026). A person is seated holding and breastfeeding a baby, with a soft pink overlay across the image. Large white text reads: “What to eat and drink when breastfeeding”. Below, text states “Watch now on YouTube”. Logos for World Breastfeeding Awareness Week, the Public Health Dietitians Group Northern Ireland, Eating Well, and the Public Health Agency appear at the bottom of the image.
World Breastfeeding Week is a global campaign to raise awareness of the importance of breastfeeding and the role that families, communities, healthcare professionals and workplaces can play in supporting breastfeeding mothers.
Good nutrition plays a vital role during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Eating a varied, balanced diet can help meet increased nutritional needs, support maternal wellbeing and provide the energy needed to care for a growing baby.
Staying well-hydrated and making healthier food choices can also help support overall health during this important stage of life.
To mark World Breastfeeding Week, we have created a short video sharing simple, practical and trustworthy nutrition advice to support you and your baby on your breastfeeding journey.
🎥 Watch the video on our YouTube channel here: https://youtu.be/664t0wkerhE?si=EEU5HPYUHHp0hSlP
Whether you are preparing for your baby’s arrival, currently breastfeeding, or supporting someone who is, we hope you find these tips helpful.
