Postnatal groups

Postnatal groups provide information and guidance for new parents. The health center invites parents to the first meeting at the health center. After that, parents must take the initiative for further gatherings. These meetings provide an opportunity to share experiences related to childbirth, the postpartum period, and infant care, including:

• Breastfeeding
• Infant care
• Nutrition
• Child development
• Accident prevention
• Relationships

A public health nurse can provide advice and guidance if requested. The babies, of course, also take part in the gatherings.

New parents.

The service is free of charge.

Hjelpetilbud i kommunen
Patient and interpreter. A brochure about interpretation in the health services

This is a voluntary service provided by the municipality as a form of guidance for this group, but it is not a legally mandated service. 

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Helse- og omsorgstjenesteloven
Pasient- og brukerrettighetsloven

After giving birth, you will be contacted by the health center, which will offer you the opportunity to join a postnatal group. You can also reach out to the health center yourself.

If you believe you are not receiving the necessary support or are dissatisfied with how the service is provided, you can file a complaint with the municipality or directly with the service provider. Explain what you are dissatisfied with and what changes you would like to see.