Parenting support and services in Wales

Need help and advice on any aspect of parenting and family life -  contact 

1:1 chat - Parent Talk (actionforchildren.org.uk)

Parenting and Family Support - Family Lives (Parentline Plus) | Family Lives

BBC Bitsize Parenting Toolkit

Support from Welsh Government

Teulu Cymru or “Family of Wales,”

Information for parents, carers and families of children aged 0-18, pointing them in the right direction for different Welsh Government sources of practical and financial support.

Parenting. Give it time.

Developed by the Welsh Government to provide positive parenting practical information, advice and support for parents and caregivers with responsibility for raising children up to the age of 18 years of age.

Mental Health and Well-being

Mind Cymru

We make sure everyone in Wales has access to the mental health information, support and services they need. We are here to make sure no-one in Wales faces a mental health problem alone.

CALL Helpline

Mental Health Helpline For Wales - Community Advice and Listening Line offering a confidential listening and support service.

Hapus

There are lots of ways to protect and improve our mental wellbeing. Hapus shares more about evidence-based actions that we can take.

Bullying

Kidscape

Kidscape is an awarding winning charity that offers practical help and advice on bullying for families, schools and communities for over thirty years.

Top tips for parents & carers

Kidscape is here to help children and families. Read the Top Tips for parents and carers here to help children prepare for school life.

Pressure

Childline - Peer Pressure

If you're being peer pressured and you need support or you know someone who does, we've got advice and support to help you here.

Mind Cymru

A guide for young people on understanding confidence and self-esteem, the things that might affect them and where to look for support.

Social Media

NSPCC - What is Social Media

Children and young people use many different social media apps and sites. Find out how to help children stay safe on social media.

NSPCC - Keeping safe online

We’re here to support parents with online safety advice, and we’re here for children. We all play a part in keeping children safe online.

Hwb - Keeping safe online

For the latest news, guidance, resources and training to help you, your school and your family stay safe, secure and smart online.

Poverty/Cost of living

Financial Support

Links to organisations that can provide advice and information on the support that is available to anyone who may be experiencing difficulties with finances and debt can be found here.

Local Support Services

Find out about the parenting support services available in your local area.  
Click on your local authority area below to find out more. 

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