Family planning
Contraception and sexual health services
Please visit our Sexual Health page for information about contraception. This includes the C-card scheme, emergency contraception, and the Sexual Health Service for Newcastle.
Preparing for a healthy pregnancy
Planning to start a family can be an exciting time, but there might be things you are feeling nervous about too. Please talk to your GP if you have any health concerns about your fertility, pre-existing health conditions or medication you are taking.
If you’re trying to get pregnant it’s important to take folic acid every day, eat a healthy diet, and don't drink alcohol. This will help your baby develop healthily.
Stop smoking support
Smoking in pregnancy can increase the chance of miscarriage, stillbirth and sudden infant death.
Children who live in a smoky house are at higher risk of breathing problems, asthma and allergies. Find out about our Stop Smoking + Service. You'll get your own stop smoking adviser and free or low cost stop smoking aids. You can also attend a drop in session near you.
Relationship support
It is important to look after your relationship when you are planning a big change. Find out about our Healthy Relationship Support.
Pregnancy loss and bereavement support
4Louis and Sands are charities offering support to bereaved families. Tommy's offer pregnancy and birth information in 100 languages including resources for dads and partners.
