Parenting support

Family health

HENRY (Health Exercise and Nutrition for the Really Young)Henry logo

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.

NHS Healthier Families

Get your children active with 10-minute bursts of fun with Healthier Families shake ups.

Child weight management

GOV.UK have practical advice and tools to support health and care professionals have conversations about weight management with children and their families.