Welcome
Welcome to Sussex Downs branch of the National Childbirth Trust, a charity
offering information and support in pregnancy, childbirth and the early
years of parenthood.
Our branch is located in West Sussex stretching from Petworth in the West
across to Henfield in the East including the villages of Loxwood, Wisborough
Green, Pulborough, Storrington, West Chiltington, Thakeham, Ashington, Steyning,
Upper Beeding and Henfield.
Our branch is predominantly rural. As such, it's not surprising that parents
often find the information and support we provide to be a lifeline. The
arrival of a new baby is often an exciting time but it can also present
a whole series of new challenges. In addition to our information and support
services, meeting other parents and children locally can be a further means
of support and opens up a host of opportunities to meet new friends.
Our branch produces a Welcome Pack for new members joining with lots of
information about services in your local area. We also produce a quarterly
newsletter distributed to our members and available through GP surgeries,
health visitors and hospitals locally. We arrange lots of events - daytime
and evening. It's worth pointing out that as a charity, you do not have
to be a member to access any of our support services or attend social events.
Membership is important though as it helps to fund ongoing support and training
for other parents and enables us to continue working alongside local health
professionals.
We hope you find this information useful. If you have any questions, don't
hesitate to contact us.
Emma Campbell
Chairman - NCT Sussex Downs Branch
Emma Campbell stood down as Branch Chair at our last AGM so we are looking for
somebody to take over this role. If anybody is interested in finding out more please
contact Claire Trees on 01798 813568.