The Family Nurse Partnership (FNP) is a Tayside wide service and is offered to clients living within the Tayside area. It is a voluntary home visiting programme offered to all first time mums (and dads), aged 19 or under at the start of their pregnancy. The programme is also offered to eligible first time mums aged between 20-24 years old living in Tayside, please contact the FNP team to discuss joining and working with a Family Nurse.
A specially trained Family Nurse visits the mum regularly, from early in pregnancy until the child is two.
The home visits can help young people prepare to become parents for the first time. Family Nurses are helpful, friendly, non-judgmental and respectful to clients and the families they work with.
The Family Nurse Partnership
Family Nurse Partnership Programme NHS Tayside
Why Have A Family Nurse?
Research has shown how important maternal health in pregnancy and the positive relationship between a mother and her baby is for a child’s future health, happiness, relationships, and how well they do at school.
We also know that mums (and dads) who take part in the Family Nurse Partnership are more likely to achieve what they want for themselves and their children. We know dads are important to their babies, so we welcome dads or partners to join in during the home visit if the mum would like them to.
A Family Nurse will provide parents with information and support to make decisions which:
You can find out more by visiting the FNP website or you can ask your Midwife, GP or other healthcare professional for more information.
Anyone can notify the FNP team of an eligible client or to discuss any aspects of the programme including eligibility criteria. Please call 01382 443503 or email Tay-UHB.fnp@nhs.net.
We also know that mums (and dads) who take part in the Family Nurse Partnership are more likely to achieve what they want for themselves and their children. We know dads are important to their babies, so we welcome dads or partners to join in during the home visit if the mum would like them to.
A Family Nurse will provide parents with information and support to make decisions which:
- Increase chances of a healthy pregnancy
- Improve a child’s development
- Build a positive relationship between a young parent and their baby, and others
- Help plan for the future
- Enable young people to make lifestyle choices, which gives their child the best possible start in life
- Enable young parents to achieve their aspirations (such as finding a job or returning to education)
You can find out more by visiting the FNP website or you can ask your Midwife, GP or other healthcare professional for more information.
Anyone can notify the FNP team of an eligible client or to discuss any aspects of the programme including eligibility criteria. Please call 01382 443503 or email Tay-UHB.fnp@nhs.net.
Contact Us
Contact Telephone: 01382 443520
Contact E-Mail: Tay-UHB.fnp@nhs.net
Website: http://www.nhstayside.scot.nhs.uk/OurServicesAZ/FamilyNursePartnership/index.htm
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FNPNHSTayside
Contact E-Mail: Tay-UHB.fnp@nhs.net
Website: http://www.nhstayside.scot.nhs.uk/OurServicesAZ/FamilyNursePartnership/index.htm
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FNPNHSTayside