Publications

From birth onwards offers of information and tips for the postnatal stages, becoming a parent and caring for a new baby. It is part of the Having a baby pack. This pack guides visually impaired people through the process of becoming a parent, and assists professionals in understanding how to meet the needs of this group. Other titles in this series are: Planning, pregnancy and birth Useful resources for parenthood 52 pages. Published: 2006  

This discusses parents’ solutions, strategies and ideas for carrying babies and young children on wheelchairs and scooters, including possible adaptations, alongside a list of important safety considerations. It also gives details of useful organisations and websites for further advice.

Contains information on various aspects of baby care for one-handed parents, including lifting and carrying, nappy changing, feeding, going out and about, bathing and bedtime. For each task area, the guide suggests things to consider and also offers practical tips and equipment ideas. The guide is aimed at parents who need to carry out tasks with one hand, and may also be useful for health professionals supporting one-handed parents. (April 2009).

Offers practical information and guidance on all stages of having a baby, from pre-pregnancy planning, antenatal care and birth options, to preparing for and adjusting to new parenthood. At each stage the guide suggests points to consider and offers practical tips and equipment ideas, as well as providing information on rights. The guide is aimed at physically disabled parents and parents-to-be, as well as the health and social care professionals who support them. 134 pages. Published: 2010.

This guide provides information to help teachers and support staff in education to work effectively with deaf parents and their children. From deaf awareness and the Disability Discrimination Act through to home-school communication and parents’ evenings, this publication offers guidance on how to ensure education services are accessible to deaf parents. 21 pages.     Published: 2007

This guide provides parents and professionals with a wealth of information and suggestions to help parents support their children at school, and includes a checklist of questions for professionals to address in order to enable this group of parents to support their children’s education. This is one of a series of guides which aim to provide information on how to overcome barriers to parents’ involvement in their children’s education. Other titles in the series are: • Choosing and applying for schools • Education resources and contacts 31 pages.     Published: 2007

This guide contains tips, strategies and ideas for bathing babies and young children. It also gives details of useful equipment, organisations and resources.  48 pages. Published: 2013

This guide looks at the range of cot options available, covering the main different cot designs and some of the key commercially available cots and beds. It guides the reader through the key points to consider when choosing a cot or bed or adapting a cot. It also lists details of a range of organisations, manufacturers and suppliers that may be of help to disabled people choosing a cot or bed.