We support the important relationships that babies, toddlers, and young children have with the people who care for them, so they can have the best possible start in life. We help families and the people who work with them from ‘conception to reception’ through pregnancy and the early years, until children start school at age five.
Note: The information on these web pages aims to support a variety of children who are growing and learning, however, we appreciate every child is unique. If you’re looking for advice or resources which are specific to your child’s needs, please let us know and we’ll do our best to help you find the right information.
What is infant mental health?
The words infant mental health can sound confusing. Infant mental health refers to how babies and children feel and how they learn to manage their feelings.
When babies and children are comforted and cared for, they feel safe to explore their world, to play and to learn. When parents understand and respond to their child’s signals, they start to learn how to manage their feelings and build strong relationships. Babies and children who have safe and loving relationships are more able to enjoy the world around them. It helps them grow up happy and healthy!
Who is the infant mental health service for?
Families during pregnancy, through to the child’s early life and up to the age of five.
Families who are registered with a GP in Leeds
Who are the infant mental health service?
We are a small team who work across the city of Leeds.
We are all health professionals who have experience and training in helping parents, and carers to support their babies and toddlers with their feelings and relationship.
Note: Please be aware that we are a referral only service. You can ask a health professional (such as, midwife, 0 to 19 specialist public health nurse or GP) to refer you.
