Family Hubs

HENRY (Health Exercise and Nutrition for the Really Young)

This programme runs for 8 weeks, 2 hours per
week either at your local Family Hub or online.

HENRY explores –

• parenting skills and strategies
• managing stress
• looking after yourself as a parent
• giving your children the best start in life

HENRY helps parents and carers think about how they can help their families to be healthier and more active in a relaxed way. The group sessions encourage parents to support each other.

As part of the HENRY programme, you can also take part in shorter workshops over an hour or 2 that cover -

• starting solid foods. Know when to introduce new, first and finger foods to your little one. Explore different foods you might try and share ideas with other parents
• healthy teeth. Understand the effect of sugar in foods and snacks. Explore healthier options that children will love, and get oral health information
• eating well for less. Explore cost effective ways to shop, budget and provide healthy alternatives for your family that won’t break the bank.

HENRY covers 5 main themes -

• How we parent -
  • behaviour
  • routines
  • choices and praise
  • meeting needs
• How we eat -
  • role modelling
  • exploring eating habits
  • family routines
• What we eat -
  • exploring family meals
  • snacks
  • healthy recipes
• Being active -
  • family activity
  • what you can do locally
  • ideas to do at home
• Emotional wellbeing -
  • managing your feelings
  • stress
  • emotions

HENRY has 2 programmes that are suitable for –

• parents
• carers
• grandparents
• family members

with children between the ages of either 0 to 5 years old, or 5 to 11 years old.

To book, email healthylifestylesteam@hullcc.gov.uk. Or you can speak with staff at your Family Hub.