Health Visitors and School Nurses from our service have launched a podcast series with the aim of sharing health advice and information to parents, carers and young people.

The episodes are available on The MPFT Podcast. You can listen free and subscribe using your favourite podcast software through Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Breaker, Pocket Casts and Radio Public. 

The MPFT podcast channel also includes a range of podcasts from the Trust’s mental health, physical health and social care services and discussions about wider projects and initiatives taking place across the Trust.

Podcast Episodes

Baby Blues

Health Visitors Caroline, Kristy and Carolyn discuss baby blues - a common experience for many new parents in the first few weeks after giving birth, resulting in low mood and tearfulness.  

Episode length: 07:07

Asthma

Join Caroline as she talks to Sadie, a children's respiratory consultant nurse about asthma.  The episode covers what asthma is, the symptoms, how it is treated, the importance of Personal Asthma Action Plans and 'Count it out' methods.

Episode length: 14:43

5 Ways to Wellbeing

Kristy, Carolyn and Caroline talk about 5 Ways to Wellbeing. Our mental health is important, and evidence suggests there are ways we can look after it which can help to improve our mental health and wellbeing. Trying these things could help you feel more positive, cope better with life's ups and downs and get the most out of life. These 5 Ways to Wellbeing are simple things that we can all try to fit into our everyday lives and give ourselves a boost.

Episode length: 10:45

Breastfeeding and Returning to Work

It can be a daunting prospect thinking about returning to work while breastfeeding. Carol and Stacey discuss your rights as a breastfeeding employee and top tips on how to practically manage your return.

Episode length: 08:06

Take Action Today, Put Them Away

In this episode Carol and Caroline talk about reducing the risks of accidental poisoning in children.

Episode length: 10:35

5 Minute Mindfulness

Health Visitor Carol shares how mindfulness can be enjoyed in everyday experiences and invites you to join her on a short, guided meditation concentrating on your breathing, to help you focus on the here and now.

Episode length: 07:56

Guided meditation for sleep

Join Health Visitor Carol as she invites you to follow a guided meditation to help quiet your mind in readiness for sleep.

Episode length: 08:48

Shake off the stress

Join Health Visitor Carol as she talks you through a physical activity to help shake off feelings of tension or stress from the body.

Episode length: 05:39

Babies Cry, You Can Cope

In this episode Health Visitors Carol and Caroline talk about crying babies and the ICON messages that help people who care for babies cope with crying.

Episode length: 11:26

Bed sharing or co-sleeping with baby

In this episode Health Visitors Caroline and Leanne talk about bed sharing or co-sleeping with baby. They share evidence-based advice so that parents can make informed decisions about their choices, but also highlight when it is considered dangerous.

Episode length: 07:31

The Dangers of Button Batteries

Health Visitors Carol and Caroline talk about the dangers of button batteries. They share great advice and information about why they are dangerous, what parents and carers can do to keep their children safe, and what action to take if a button battery is swallowed.

Episode length: 09:52

Back to School Worries

In this episode Gemma and Tori discuss why returning to school after a long break can be a challenging time for many children and young people.  They talk about strategies to help your child or young person to overcome this and have a positive return to school.

Episode length: 15:39

Health Visiting and School Nursing Contact Details

East Hub

(covering East Staffs, Cannock, Lichfield, Rugeley, Tamworth)

Freephone 0808 178 0611 Option 1

Chat Health Text Messaging Service

Parents/Carers text: 07520 615722

For young people living in Staffordshire, text 07520 615721

West Hub

(covering Moorlands, Newcastle, South Staffordshire, Stafford, Stone)

Freephone 0808 178 0611 Option 1

Chat Health Text Messaging Service

Parents/Carers text: 07520 615722

For young people living in Staffordshire, text 07520 615721 

Stoke Hub

(covering all localities in Stoke-on-Trent) 

Freephone  0808 178 3374

Chat Health Text Messaging Service

Parents/Carers text: 07312 277161

For young people living in Stoke-on-Trent, text: 07520 615723