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Confident Conversations Charity
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Confident Conversations: helping parents and carers in hospital become partners in their child's care.

Find us at https://confidentconversationscharity.org/

Reg. Charity No: 1195742
Is your child in hospital? Are you struggling to understand what's going on? Let us help!

We support parents in hospital and have one of the most comprehensive dictionaries of medical words, phrases and jobs in the UK ➡️ buff.ly/SEbrBhP
January 18, 2026 at 11:04 AM
Are you up for a challenge? Do you fancy running a marathon or jumping out of a plane? Why not plan a challenge to raise money for #ConfidentConversations?

We rely on donations to help parents so every little helps!

More info and ideas here ➡️ buff.ly/sFSdBOr
January 17, 2026 at 11:04 AM
Do you work in hospital with children?

Do you believe parents should be partners in their child's care?

Let's work together to make that a reality.

Check out our info for medical professionals, directly from parents: buff.ly/xmH0yc3

#ParentsArePartners
January 15, 2026 at 11:04 AM
Having a child in hospital can put extra financial stress on any family. We have info on where you can get financial & practical help ➡️
While You're In Hospital – Confident Conversations
While You’re In Hospital Donate Hospitals can often feel like a strange new world with a new language and unfamiliar culture. We have a hospital dictionary which explains the words, phrases and…
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January 13, 2026 at 11:04 AM
Do you know someone in hospital with their child? Do you want to help but aren't sure how?

We're here for you! Take a look at our tips from parents who've been in hospital with their child on what help is helpful ➡️ buff.ly/faDhutJ
January 12, 2026 at 11:04 AM
It's #InternationalThankYouDay. A huge thank you to all our supporters - our trustees, our volunteers, everyone who has donated to Confident Conversations. You are all amazing!

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January 11, 2026 at 11:04 AM
Are you thinking of treating yourself in the sales? Do you know that when you shop online you can donate to us at no cost to you?

It's easy. Just sign up to EasyFundraising and make us your charity of choice. You shop, they donate!

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January 10, 2026 at 11:04 AM
If something has gone badly wrong in hospital, you may want to make a complaint. You are absolutely within your rights to make a formal complaint about an individual or a hospital at any point.

We have a step-by-step guide on how to make a complaint ➡️ buff.ly/yS2on4e
January 9, 2026 at 11:04 AM
When your child is in hospital, things can go wrong. If you need to have a difficult conversation we have tips on how to make it as easy as possible for you - and how to get what you need.

More ➡️ buff.ly/JzpxEiX
January 8, 2026 at 11:04 AM
Interesting article for medical professionals on 'How to Better Support Hospitalized Children' (from @psychologytoday.com). Family collaboration rightly highlighted as key.

www.psychologytoday.com/gb/blog/outs...
How to Better Support Hospitalized Children
When a child is hospitalized, it's often one of the most stressful things their family has ever faced. These strategies can promote resilience in the face of this potentially traumatic experience.
www.psychologytoday.com
January 8, 2026 at 10:50 AM
Is your #NewYearsResolution to look after your mental health?

Having a child in hospital can be really stressful but we have info on how to cope and make the best of what can be a difficult situation.

Take care of yourself so you can take care of them➡️ buff.ly/epwpYmv
January 7, 2026 at 11:04 AM
As children and young people go back to school this week, do you know what happens to your child's education if they are in hospital during term time?

Find out more about hospital schools from Rachael, a teacher at #RoyalManchesterChildrensHospital.

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January 6, 2026 at 11:04 AM
Is your #NewYearsResolution all about self-improvement?

Volunteer with us! You can learn new skills, get new knowledge, advance your career, and even feel happier and healthier.

Sounds good?

Details ➡️ buff.ly/JDeA2co
January 5, 2026 at 11:04 AM
Is your #NewYearsResolution to make a difference?

Donate! Small charities, like #ConfidentConversations, rely on donations from people like you. Help us look after parents, while they're looking after their child in hospital. We can't do it without you.

justgiving.com/confidentcon...
January 4, 2026 at 3:44 PM
Wishing all parents and carers a very happy New Year! May your 2026 be full of health and happiness.
January 1, 2026 at 10:29 AM
New Year's Day is a public holiday. NHS services, like GPs or pharmacies, might be closed.

Do you know where to go for help?

➡️ health questions = NHS website (nhs.uk)
➡️ need to speak to someone = NHS 111
➡️ life threatening situation or emergency = 999
December 31, 2025 at 11:04 AM
If you're interested in what we do, and want to get our news first, you can sign up for updates here...

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Necessary and useful info only!

#News #Updates #ConfidentConversations
December 30, 2025 at 11:04 AM
You may find hospitals confusing but no one knows your child better than you

If you're going into hospital, fill out our Hospital Information Form and take it with you - it covers all the key info about your child that you will be asked to provide.

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December 29, 2025 at 11:04 AM
#DoYouKnow... you can follow us on X (Twitter), Facebook, BlueSky and Instagram!

Just search for @ConfidentConvos

#ConfidentConversations #ConfidentConvos
December 27, 2025 at 11:04 AM
Wishing all parents and carers in hospital with their child a very happy Christmas, from all of us at Confident Conversations! 🎄
December 25, 2025 at 11:04 AM
Christmas Day is a public holiday. NHS services, like GPs or pharmacies, might be closed.

Do you know where to go for help?

➡️ health questions = NHS website (nhs.uk)
➡️ need to speak to someone = NHS 111
➡️ life threatening situation or emergency = 999
December 24, 2025 at 11:04 AM
This Christmas, give a gift that truly matters.

Small charities, like #ConfidentConversations, rely on donations from people like you. Help us look after parents, while they're looking after their child in hospital. We can't do it without you.

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December 23, 2025 at 11:04 AM
If you're in hospital with your child, we really hope you make it home for Christmas.

But it can be hard to readjust to normal life after such a stressful experience.

We have info, from other parents, on how to get your life back ➡️ buff.ly/spFM7g5

#EOTS
December 22, 2025 at 11:04 AM
It's the Winter Solstice, the longest night of the year. From here, the days get longer, and light and liufe returns.

Many happy Yule greetings to all parents and carers in hospital with their child.

#Solstice #WinterSolstice #LongestNight #Yule
December 21, 2025 at 11:04 AM
When your child is in hospital, it can easily feel like self-care isn't a priority.

But to look after them, you need to look after yourself.

We have tips from other parents who've been in hospital on how to make time for yourself ➡️ buff.ly/kzJO9Vp

#ElfOnTheShelf
December 20, 2025 at 11:04 AM