EDC Family Learning/Parenting

Welcome to the Early Years Supporting Families Team Twitter page!

[NHSGGC Specialist Children's Services @nhsggcscs]

This week is Weaning Week.

Find out more about weaning on Kids for Families Development and Growing Up section from 6 months https://t.co/rLDJbtM9p8

Look out for Starting Solids (sometimes called Henry) https://t.co/g6xPz41TGy events in your local area https://t.co/SWh0cJyTL2

[The Hanen Centre @TheHanenCentre]

During a busy day, it’s natural to turn to your smartphone. But new research suggests that small changes in how and when you use your phone may have a big effect on your child’s opportunities for language learning. In this Hanen article, you’ll find practical ideas for using your phone in ways that still leave room for rich, back-and-forth conversations.

Read the full article to explore what the research means for day-to-day family life. https://t.co/I89fwLg6xU

[Coram Family Lives @Coram_FL]

Need someone to talk to? We're here for you until 9pm today. Whether it's parenting challenges, family concerns, or worries about your child, we’re ready to listen and support. Our service is completely free and confidential. #FamilySupport #ParentingAdvice #WereHereForFamilies

[Scottish Women's Aid @scotwomensaid]

There are more than 30 expert Women’s Aid services across Scotland helping women and children every day.

If you’re looking for support, find your nearest Women’s Aid here:

https://t.co/tzOlOH5DFV

[Child Accident Prevention Trust - CAPT Charity @CAPTcharity]

Taking a few minutes to check the smoke alarms in your home are working could save your family in the event of a fire.

Please press the test button on your alarm until it sounds. Then tag a loved one and remind them to test theirs too.

#ChildSafety @ElecSafetyFirst #EFSW26

[Wake Up Wednesday @wake_up_weds]

AI is becoming a big part of young people’s online lives — from school tools to entertainment apps. Help children understand how AI works and why it shouldn’t be trusted blindly.

Download here >> https://t.co/7IHrihSSor

[NHSGGC Specialist Children's Services @nhsggcscs]

NHSGGC's Specialist Children's Services run weekly advice lines for parents/carers or anyone working with children/young people. Visit https://t.co/SX4Nid3YkO to find out more.

If for any reason the advice line is not running, please try again next week.

[NHSGGC Specialist Children's Services @nhsggcscs]

Joining in with Sensory Differences Solution Focussed Session for Parents / Carers 19/03/26

There has been an issue with the registration form. If you have signed up to the session and not received a confirmation email, please sign up again https://t.co/Xkjm7dnkap

Thank you.

[Police Scotland East Dunbartonshire @PSOSEastDun]

👮‍♀️ 🚔 Thank you to De-Cafe for the warm invite ! Great to connect with the community and raise awareness on how to spot and prevent scams. Together, we can stop scams before it starts. #ScamAwareness #CommunityEngagement #StaySafe#FraudPrevention

[Coram Family Lives @Coram_FL]

⚠️ NEW FREE ONLINE PARENTING COURSE ALERT ⚠️ Challenging behaviour in teens | We understand how navigating the teen years can be tough. If your dealing with defiance, aggression or risk taking behaviours, our new course can help. Click here ➡️ https://t.co/9sCSBE9z3e

[The Hanen Centre @TheHanenCentre]

What happens when you play with your autistic child without toys?

New research shows that some of the most meaningful interactions happen when the toys are put away. Explore why “people games” like singing, tickling, or roughhousing can build connection and communication — and how to make the most of them.

https://t.co/AMEVSHCwmP

[Parent Club Scotland @parentclubscot]

If your pregnant, it’s recommended you take up all vaccines that are offered to you, to help protect you & your baby from serious illness 💟

Find more info about whooping cough, RSV & flu vaccines here ➡ https://t.co/la55goIapo

📽️ https://t.co/serFiUH8aX

@P_H_S_Official

[NHSGGC Specialist Children's Services @nhsggcscs]

September is Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) Awareness Month. Today is also FASD Awareness Day.

For more information visit:
FASD Hub https://t.co/fXaTHJpgQX
KIDS https://t.co/A33DmCVVaf

#FASD #FASDAwareness #FASDday #FASDday2025 #FASDmonth #FASDmonth2025

[Coram Family Lives @Coram_FL]

Need someone to talk to? We're here for you until 9pm today. Whether it's parenting challenges, family concerns, or worries about your child, we’re ready to listen and support. Our service is completely free and confidential. #FamilySupport #ParentingAdvice #WereHereForFamilies

[Parent Club Scotland @parentclubscot]

Scottish Child Payment helps towards the costs of supporting your child up to the age of 16

You can apply for the payment of over £100 every 4 weeks if you get Universal Credit or other qualifying benefits and have a child or children aged up to 16

➡️https://t.co/38w9xSNQ7a

[East Dun Council @EDCouncil]

Business Gateway East Dunbartonshire regularly organises events to help support local entrepreneurs and enterprises.

Coming up:

* 'Women Can' Roadshow - Wed 17 September (10am-3.30pm), in Kirkintilloch Town Hall - aimed at supporting women to start their own enterprises.

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[What's On For Families @WhatsOnFamilies]

Pint-Sized Picasso is an inclusive children's craft class for little ones aged 9 months onwards held on Thursdays at Merry-Go-Round!

https://t.co/KeHoI163cW

[What's On For Families @WhatsOnFamilies]

Enjoy a Sunday morning of family fun in the great outdoors on one of Mugdock Country Park's Forest Families sessions!

https://t.co/go3VNhIhyh

[What's On For Families @WhatsOnFamilies]

Older children can get out in the great outdoors and enjoy activities such as orienteering, shelter building and bushcraft at Mugdock Country Park's Wild At Mugdock sessions!

https://t.co/jfY5SMQOSl

[What's On For Families @WhatsOnFamilies]

Make some hat-stonishing Halloween hats at this drop in workshop for all the family at the National Library of Scotland at Kelvin Hall on Saturday 25th October!

https://t.co/eYAxfV6i63