These sessions are offered to parents/carers already accessing our services who would like further information on providing healthy family meals for themselves and their children, with the emphasis on home cooking.

They are usually practical sessions, where premises allow, so that parents can taste and try the foods prepared.

Sessions are supported with information such as basic nutrition, healthy options, budget meals, suitable snacks and drinks for toddlers.

Sessions may also benefit from support from dental health and health visitors.

Benefits include:

• Building parent's confidence

• Improving nutritional awareness

• Support from peers

Recipes may include:

• Home made soups

• One-pot meals

• Healthy option puddings

• Fruit smoothies