Luton Community Health Services

06/06/2026

As your little one steps into their next year, big changes are on the horizon. Over the coming months, you’ll see them grow in confidence as they explore the world around them, develop their personality, and get ready for social experiences like nursery.

Many parents find this stage a little challenging, but we’re here to support you.

Your child’s 2 ¼ year review will cover:

- any concerns you may have about your child
- a review of their health and development
- support for language development
- tips on managing behaviour
- advice on healthy eating and physical activity
- immunisation guidance

Help with dental care, sleep, potty training, and accident prevention.

Information about early years education.

We’ll also weigh and measure your child during the review.

When your child turns 2 years and 2 months, you’ll receive an SMS link to book your appointment at a time and place that works for you.

You’ll also be sent a development questionnaire to complete at home and bring along to your review.

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“My health visitor is supportive and a great listener, offering helpful advice, local information and ongoing support when I need it.”

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04/06/2026

Is your child feeling poorly and you are worried about their symptoms?

Our Traffic Light Tool helps you quickly understand when to:
🟢 Care for your child at home
🟠 Seek advice
🔴 Get urgent medical help

Use it if you're concerned about breathing, fever, sickness, feeding or your child’s awareness.

If you’re unsure, contact NHS 111, your GP or local pharmacy for advice.

Trust your instincts, you know your child best.

Visit our tool today - https://www.bedslutonchildrenshealth.nhs.uk/traffic-light-tool/

04/06/2026

Our baby friendly and infant feeding team supports parents and carers across Bedfordshire and Luton with infant feeding and building close, loving relationships with their babies.
Whether you’re:

• Breastfeeding
• Responsive bottle feeding
• Looking to strengthen your bond with your baby
• Facing breastfeeding challenges

Our specialist team is here to listen and support you with evidence-based advice that works for families.

We’re proud to have Gold UNICEF Baby Friendly accreditation, meaning the highest standards of infant feeding support are embedded across our Health Visiting services.

You can contact the 0-19 team, Monday–Friday, 9am–5pm by calling
0300 555 0606.

04/06/2026

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More information at https://bedslutonchildrenshealth.nhs.uk/free-to-feed/



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03/06/2026

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03/06/2026

Now your child is entering into the next year of their life, things will start to change quickly as they further explore their environment, build on their unique personalities, and prepare for the world of sharing and playing with others in social settings such as nursery.

Some parents find this next 18 months a bit of a challenge, we can help you prepare for the challenges ahead.

Your child’s review will include –

- discussions in regards to any concerns you may have with your child
- review of your child’s health and development
- review and promotion of your child’s language development
- guidance on managing your child’s behaviour
- advice on healthy eating and physical activity
- promotion of immunisations
- advice and support with dental care, looking after your children’s teeth, accident prevention, sleeping and potty training.
- information on early years education

Your child will also be weighed and measured.

You will be sent an SMS link just after your child turns 2 years and 2 months, this will enable you to book a review at a time, date and venue that suits you.

You will also be sent a development questionnaire at the same time for you to complete with your child at home and bring with you to discuss at the review.

01/06/2026

Do you live in Central Bedfordshire and is your baby nearly 6 months old?

It's time for your 6 month contact with our health visiting team.

You should soon receive a text message from us, allowing you to choose and book a session at a time that suits you.
If you haven’t received the link by the time your child is 5½ months old, please give us a call on 0300 555 0606 and we’ll be happy to book you in.

28/05/2026

When your child is unwell it can be difficult to know what to do.

Our new Traffic Light Tool supports parents and carers to check symptoms and understand the right next step.

It covers common concerns including:
• Breathing problems
• Changes in awareness
• Skin colour changes
• Fever or high temperature
• Vomiting or diarrhoea
• Feeding, drinking, and toileting

If you’re unsure whether your child needs medical help, you can contact NHS 111, speak to your GP or visit your local pharmacy.

If your child is seriously unwell, call 999 or go to A&E immediately.

You know your child best, trust your instincts.

To use the tool visit - https://www.bedslutonchildrenshealth.nhs.uk/traffic-light-tool/