Hold the front page!!🧐 We are thrilled to announce that we are finalists in the Charity category of this year's Exeter Living Awards! We proud to be among these brilliant charities and look forward to connecting with you all at the event on the 16th October! #exeterlivingawards

If you’re more than 10 weeks pregnant or have a child under 4, you may be entitled to get help to buy healthy food and milk, and receive vitamins. More info here: healthystart.nhs.uk

This week we celebrated #NationalPlayDay - play is something we're really passionate about. Our trained volunteers support families to make play part of everyday life 💜 Boosting parents' confidence to create playful moments in the home, no matter how small the space or budget.

DO SOMETHING AMAZING! Be a Home-Start Volunteer. Can you spare 2 hours a week to support a family in our community? If you're a parent, grandparent, or have worked with children or families, then you have the skills we NEED. Contact us to find out more 🧡homestarteemd.org.uk/contact-us/

It's deep into the school summer holidays now. Here are some reminders for any parents who are feeling the struggle 💜 #familysupport #parentsupport #Devon

Our Bumps and Babes Group is up and running in HONITON and we now have some space for new parents with non-mobile babies, and mums to be. Details in the flyer below. #honiton #eastdevon #parentsupport

Small ways to support your fellow parents 💜 #parentingsupport #mumlife #dadlife

Devon Parents Childcare Survey - whether you use childcare or not, your voice counts. The survey will help the early years and childcare team in Devon County Council (DCC) plan and make sure there is enough childcare for parents to work or train #Devon smartsurvey.co.uk/s/ParentsSurve…

Today we celebrate National Rainbow Baby Day, remember the babies who came before them, and honor the strength and resilience of their parents. If you are remembering a baby, you are not alone, and we join you in celebration of your Rainbow Babies💜#nationalrainbowbabyday

New group support in #Honiton. From Wed 27 Aug parents with their pre-school children are welcome to come along to 'Teenie Tiddlers'! The Group will be held at Parental Minds Community Hub and follows Bumps and Babes Group which meets in the morning. Details in the flyer below.

For many families the kindness shown to them by a Home-Start Volunteer is life changing. When parents feel listened to, supported and not judged, many begin to relax, parenting becomes easier. Could you be a Home-Start Volunteer? homestarteemd.org.uk/contact-us/ #WednesdayWisdom #Devon

With 'back to school' on the horizon, think about how to make the transition easier for your child. Our tips include: 📷 A secret handshake 📷Plan a timetable together 📷Find a small item of yours they can have with them Also great ideas at bbc.co.uk/.../curations/… #BackToSchool

A UK test of the Emergency Alerts system is happening on Sunday 7 September at 3pm. If you have a mobile phone hidden for your safety, you can turn this function off in your phone settings. In Settings, search for Emergency Alerts - turn off both Severe Alerts and Extreme Alerts

Mothers in Mind opens on 12th Sept at The Beacon centre Exeter. A space for women during pregnancy & those with babies up to age of 12 months. We offer mums a place to find comfort & support if experiencing anxiety, depression, or loneliness homestarteemd.org.uk/contact-us/ #Exeter #PNMH

Today we celebrate charities everywhere and give thanks for the organisations and individuals all working to support their chosen cause. If you would like to show us your support today, perhaps 🧡Make a donation localgiving.org/charity/home-s… 🧡Volunteer

Shop at eBay? You could help us receive £500! Join easyfundraising for free, then go via them when shopping at eBay this month to get us an entry in the #BigGiveaway! Thanks! easyfundraising.org.uk/causes/hse/

For Remember a Charity Week, we want to take a moment to say thank you to those who have left a gift in their Will, or held a collection as part of a funeral, to support our work 💜 homestarteemd.org.uk/contact-us/ #RememberACharityWeek #GiftsInWills #Wills #legacygiving

Mums deserves good mental health & care during pregnancy, & after childbirth. Yet Black mums experience unique challenges that contribute to higher rates of mental health issues & face greater barriers to mental health care. We support Black Maternal Mental Health Week #BMMHWUK

We just love receiving feedback from the families we support 🧡 Could you help parents who are feeling overwhelmed? Our next volunteer training course starts soon so get in touch for more info homestarteemd.org.uk/contact-us/ #Devon #Exeter #volunteer