The HENRY approach
Health, Exercise, Nutrition for the Really Young
HENRY (Health, Exercise, Nutrition for the Really Young)
HENRY supports parents to change family lifestyle habits and behaviours and provide a healthy start in life for their children.
HENRY-trained practitioners work in partnership with families and support them to take control of their own lives, identify their own lifestyle goals and plan to achieve them in a way that will work for their family.
The HENRY approach combines 3 elements:- behaviour change strategies
- parenting skills
- improved knowledge about food and activity for under 5s and the whole family
In Dudley, the following HENRY programmes will be available to families free of charge very soon.
Preparation for Parenthood
Preparation for Parenthood is a FREE 6-session programme during pregnancy to help you prepare for your baby’s arrival. Partners or family are encouraged to attend alongside expectant mothers.
For more information click here to download a Preparation for Parenthood leaflet.
Healthier Families Right from the Start
Healthier Families Right from the Start is a FREE 8-session programme for parents or carers of children aged 0 to 5 years old. Everyone wants the best for their children, but with so much different advice it can be hard to know what to do for the best as a parent, especially in the early years. Each session covers a different topic and helps parents provide a healthy, happy, supportive environment for the whole family.
For more information click here to download a Healthier Families Right from the Start leaflet.
To find out more about the HENRY approach watch this short video or contact your local Family Hub and ask to speak to a HENRY-trained practitioner.
To sign up to a HENRY programme or sign a parent up to a HENRY programme click on the relevant button below.