Help for new parents and couples having a baby
Having a new baby is a time of huge change. This can have a big impact on a couple’s relationship.
There are things you can do that will help you feel stronger and ready to deal with disagreements and arguments – see our Top Tips to help you stay calm during disagreements or arguments page.
Health Visitor
Your Health Visitor will help you while you prepare for your baby coming and once they arrive. Talk to them if you are worried about your relationship and they will be able to support you to find help.
Family Hubs
Your local council will have a Family Hub, which brings together council and health services under one roof. Depending on where you live, there may be one hub or lots of hubs across the area offering you advice, courses and classes from before your baby is born and then throughout their childhood. These often include relationship advice and information on how to cope when a new baby arrives. Some Family Hubs also offer information and courses online as well as virtual support.
Click on your local authority badge below to search for your local Family Hub.
Baby Buddy
Baby Buddy is the multi-award-winning, free app that guides you through pregnancy, birth, parenting and beyond. Baby Buddy is your personal baby expert who will guide you through your pregnancy and the first six months of your baby’s life.
Remember, parental conflict is not domestic abuse. As a general guide, your relationship with your partner, ex-partner or a member of your family is considered abusive if:
- they want to hold all the power and control
- you are fearful of them
- their abuse has happened more than once, or there is a pattern to their abuse
Helpful websites
A programme that provides information about infant crying and how to cope. There are short videos with information and tips. There are also videos specifically for Dads.
Relate article: We’ve just had a baby and we’re arguing all the time
Includes links to online chat support.
Offers free, safe and anonymous mental wellbeing support for adults across the UK. There a variety of anonymous support options to meet your needs including on-line messaging, booked and drop-in chat, therapeutic content, community support and personal development tools.
For more information on getting help in your local area, click on your local authority badge below to see what they offer.