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
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.
Cover image for the South Eastern Area Outcomes Group Inclusive Summer Activities Directory 2026. The page features photos of children taking part in outdoor summer activities, including arts and crafts, bubble play and inclusive play. One image shows a child using a wheelchair high-fiving another child. Logos for the South Eastern Health and Social Care Trust and CYPSP appear at the top. Decorative summer illustrations of a smiling sun, beach umbrella and beach ball appear on the right. The title reads: “Summer is Coming! South Eastern Area Outcomes Group Inclusive Summer Activities Directory 2026.”
Families across the South Eastern area can now start planning for an exciting and inclusive summer, with the launch of the South Eastern Area Outcomes Group (SEAOG) Inclusive Summer Activities Directory 2026. The directory brings together a wide range of activities, events and support services designed to help children, young people and families make the most of the summer months.
Webpage banner titled “Online Safety Mini Webinars for Parents and Carers” within an Online Safety Hub resource library. The left side has a dark blue background with white text and an orange button labeled “SBNI (The Safeguarding Board for Northern Ireland).” The right side shows a preview image of a video titled “Privacy Settings and Parental Controls – Information for parents and carers,” with Childnet and SBNI logos displayed.
Short mini webinars offering practical support to help parents and carers recognise and respond to key online harms.
Supporting children online can sometimes feel challenging, especially as the digital world continues to change.
Each mini webinar lasts around 15-20 minutes and includes practical tips, conversation starters and signposting to further support. They are suitable for parents, carers, wider family members and professionals supporting children and young people.
Topics include privacy settings and parental controls, group chats and peer pressure, online bullying, image sharing, harmful content and online grooming – covering everything from everyday online use to more serious risks.
Created by Childnet and supported by the Safeguarding Board for Northern Ireland (SBNI), the mini webinars reflect real life experiences shared by families.
Watch the mini webinars here https://onlinesafetyhub.safeguardingni.org/online-safety-mini-webinars-for-parents-and-carers/
Further advice, resources and support for families, professionals and young people are available on the SBNI Online Safety Hub – Northern Ireland’s central resource for online safety.
