Belper Primary Care Network

Belper Primary Care Network We are a Primary Care Network (PCN) formed of 4 GP Practices within and around the area of Belper (Appletree, Arthur, Riversdale, Whitemoor).
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11/12/2025

This Christmas, instead of gifts and decorations, many new parents and carers need something different:

❤️ Someone to hold the baby while they shower
❤️ A meal they didn't have to prepare
❤️ Permission to rest without guilt
❤️ Understanding when they cancel plans
❤️ Space to feel what they're feeling
❤️ Reassurance that they're doing enough

Perinatal mental health issues don't take a holiday. For families affected by postnatal depression, anxiety, loneliness, PTSD or general overwhelm, the festive period can intensify feelings of isolation and inadequacy.

The greatest gift we can offer is compassion without judgment, support without strings, and the reminder that struggling doesn't make you a bad parent or carer - it makes you human.

Let's make this Christmas about connection, not perfection.

[ID - A different kind of Christmas list]

11/12/2025

We think you should have a look at Derbyshire Time Swap.

They have lots of upcoming meet ups across Derbyshire, guidance on how to stay safe this winter, Active Swap activities and much more.

Check out their latest newsletters here: https://heyzine.com/shelf/derbyshiretimeswap

11/12/2025

We are also currently in need of carrier bags, cereal/cereal bars, tinned meat, jam, tinned fruit, coffee, pasta, custard. It's also not too late to donate Christmas items like mince pies, Christmas puddings, treats like gift items and Christmas themed children's books.

Anything you could give would be very much appreciated. If you would like to donate, these can be given at the address below during our opening times between 10 and midday on Thursdays. If that doesn't suit, The Pamper Hut is also a drop off point. You can drop items there during their opening hours and you don't have to be a customer either! If neither option suits and you'd still like to donate, please contact us. Any items, no matter if it's just a few, are always most welcome.

11/12/2025

Encouraging the whole family to wash their hands will remove dirt, viruses and bacteria which can spread illnesses such as food poisoning, flu or diarrhoea.

To beat the bugs, sing ‘Happy Birthday’ twice and keep washing your hands until you’re done!

Find out more here about how good health can start at home: https://www.healthierlsc.co.uk/ICB/goodhealthstarts/athome/feeling-unwell

11/12/2025

Check out the Santa Scramble taking place on 20th December!

There are two waves - one starts at 7.15am and one at 8am.

For further details contact FIT 3:16 by Dan PT

11/12/2025

If you have an integrated heat pump tumble dryer branded Baumatic, Candy, Caple, Haier, Hoover, Lamona, Iberna, or Montpellier you need to take action.

Our trading standards team is warning that some of the models pose a fire risk due to an internal short circuit.

• Stop using the appliance immediately and unplug it if possible.
• Check the model and serial number online using the official link below.
• Contact the manufacturer to arrange a repair.

Check if your appliance is one of the affected machines here👉 https://ow.ly/OCqJ50XHnlY

11/12/2025

🧣 Cosy Christmas Cinema Time is Here! ☕

We know December can get expensive, so we're keeping the fun cheap and cheerful!
Our Role Play Area transforms into a wonderfully relaxed cinema every Saturday in December for a special Christmas movie, thanks to our friends at Heanor Vision CIC.
Come and snuggle up! Entry for the whole family (and the film!) is just £3.
Time: 1:00 PM.
Location: Infinite Wellbeing Community Centre.

Come and make some affordable family memories this Christmas!

11/12/2025

🌟 Helping kids understand their emotions is one of the greatest gifts we can give them. From naming feelings like “happy” or “sad” to learning empathy, these small steps build lifelong emotional resilience. 💛

Check out these simple tips from BBC Tiny Happy People on how to support your child’s emotional journey 👇
https://www.bbc.co.uk/tiny-happy-people/articles/zc4fsk7?at_mid=AaVq5xAqRM&at_campaign=CBeebies_Parenting&at_medium=social&at_campaign_type=owned&at_audience_id=WF&at_product=cbeebies&at_brand=CBeebies_Parenting&at_ptr_name=whatsapp&at_format=channel_update&at_objective=awareness&at_link_title=Helping_Children_Express_Feelings&at_bbc_team=ps&fbclid=IwY2xjawOc3bpleHRuA2FlbQIxMABzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEeWZzPiAAfcK391tlZYyc0vtR9L1QOxXGpHFA0Cc_wrRnMprMeEV3wQiIN4GE_aem_XC_PwzYWsH1LMcc8nsfNCg

11/12/2025

New Weekend Walk at Elvaston Castle - starts 14 Dec 🌳🚶‍♂️

We're excited to announce the launch of our new Sunday morning group walks, starting on 14th December! Led by our friendly volunteer, Nigel, these walks are a fantastic opportunity to enjoy the outdoors, get some exercise and make new friends. 😊 No need to book—just show up and enjoy the walk with us! 🐾

Details:
Frequency: Every 2nd and 4th Sunday of the month (including 14th & 28th December)
Start Time: 8:30 AM
Duration: Approximately 60 minutes
Meeting Point: Keldholme Community Centre, Alvaston DE24 0RU
Parking: Available at Keldholme Community Centre
Dogs: Welcome on leads

10/12/2025

♻️ It’s — let’s get wrapping-paper ready!

As we all start stocking up on gift wrap, it’s a great time to check which kinds of wrapping paper can go in your recycling bin.

Here’s a quick way to check whether your wrapping paper can be recycled:

✔️ If the paper tears easily like normal paper, it can go in your recycling bin.
❌ If the paper stretches or feels plasticky, it can’t be recycled.

That means shiny gold or silver wraps, foil-style papers and anything with glitter will need to go in your general waste.

And bows?

✔️ Paper bows are fine to recycle — as long as they follow the same rules: no glitter, no plastic coating and no stretch.
❌ Confetti-style bows or anything made from fabric or string aren’t recyclable.

Why not keep them back for birthdays, celebrations or even next Christmas? It’s an easy way to cut waste and get a second use out of your gift wrap.

And when Christmas Day arrives and the wrapping paper starts flying, these little tips are worth keeping in mind — they make it much easier to recycle right over the festive period.

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