Family Foundations

Pssst parents to be… Your next big adventure requires a strong team. Family Foundations is team building with a difference. Join our Family Foundations parenting group to help build a strong family unit whilst meeting other expectant parents.

It’s first-come first-served so register your interest below now!

Free parent-to-be course for couples

Family Foundations focuses on the couple (and parental) relationship and communication during the journey into parenthood. There are 4 group sessions before the birth and 3 afterwards.

How it works

Small group sessions are led by expert facilitators from the Healthy Child Service. Each week they will introduce you to different topics to discuss, and communication strategies to try out with your partner. The course is a great opportunity to meet and connect with other expectant parents in your local area.

Family Foundations will help you

prepare yourself, and your relationship for the birth of your baby
manage stress and handle difficult situations parenthood can bring
improve communication with your partner and resolve conflict
learn new skills and techniques to strengthen your relationship
understand the important role each parent plays in their child’s life

Family Foundations parenting group

If you and your partner live in York and are expecting your first baby together, you're invited to join!

Who should attend: couples expecting their first baby together, including same-sex couples - even if you have children from previous relationships
Who is eligible: residents of York
Venue: Gateway Centre, Acomb
Time: 5.30pm to 8.00pm (often Tuesdays)

Dates: There are 4 sessions to attend before your baby is born. The next groups for antenatal sessions are:

Tuesday 26 August 2025
Tuesday 2 September 2025
Tuesday 9 September 2025
Tuesday 16 September 2025

You'll need to commit to attending all 4 antenatal sessions and 3 postnatal sessions which will take place at least 3 months after your baby is born. If you’d like to sign-up to the course, please register by completing the form below. A member of the Family Foundation’s team will be in touch with you once they have reviewed your form. If you’d like to know more before registering, please contact the Healthy Child Service on 01904 555 475 or [email protected] and ask for a member of the Family Foundation’s team.

Register for parenting sessions

The Fatherhood Institute

To find out more about what is included in the course, please visit: Family Foundations UK, from the Fatherhood Institute.