Healthier, happier families: HENRY course wraps up with success, with more to come!
Parents across Wirral are celebrating the difference the HENRY (Health, Exercise, Nutrition for the Really Young) programme has made to their family life, gaining new skills, confidence and support along the way.
HENRY is designed to support parents and carers who are expecting a baby or have children up to the age of 12, offering free, friendly guidance on the everyday challenges of family life. From fussy eating and family routines to emotional wellbeing and getting active, HENRY helps make life easier and healthier for the whole household.
The first of the free eight-week courses, delivered at local Family Hubs, has now come to an end, and families have spoken warmly about the impact:
I never used to look at food labels, but now after seeing the amount of sugar in some foods, I always check, even when it’s labelled healthy.
I’ve enjoyed the course, everyone’s been really friendly and we’ve had a laugh too. When I left week seven, I felt really good. We laughed a lot, which was nice.
I feel like it’s gone quite quickly, but in a good way. I’ve enjoyed being here. It’s not slow and boring. The HENRY book and recipes will be useful after the course, to use at home.
Each course is led by trained facilitators who create a supportive and relaxed environment. Parents are given practical tools they can start using straight away, along with reassurance and a chance to connect with other families going through similar experiences.
What are the programmes?
HENRY offers two tailored eight-week programmes, depending on the age of your children:
- 0–5: Healthy Families Right from the Start
- 5–12: Healthy Families Growing Up
There are also one-off workshops on popular topics like starting solids, fussy eating, and more.
Upcoming 0–5 HENRY Courses in September
Ganneys Meadow Family Hub, New Hey Road, Woodchurch, CH49 8HB
Starts Wednesday 10th September, 9:15am–11:15am (8 sessions)
Bromborough Family Hub, Gratrix Road, Bromborough, CH62 7BW
Starts Monday 22nd September, 9:30am–11:30am (8 sessions)
These sessions are open to all parents and carers in Wirral with a child aged 0–5. You can refer yourself or ask a professional to do so on your behalf.
To register, speak to your local Family Hub or email: wirralpublichealth@wirral.gov.uk
If you’re interested in the 5–12 Healthy Families Growing Up course, contact Craig in the Let’s Talk team at wchc.lets.talk@nhs.net
More courses and workshops coming soon
If these dates don’t work for you, don’t worry, there are more courses and one-off sessions on the way. Stay up to date by visiting Eventbrite: HENRY Wirral 0-5 programmes and workshops Events
For more information or to ask a question, contact your local Family Hub or email wirralpublichealth@wirral.gov.uk
Family life isn’t always easy, but with the right support, it can be healthier, happier, and a little less stressful. We’d love to welcome you to a HENRY course soon!
