Website Terms of Use
Last updated: 4th September 2026
These Terms of Use govern your access to and use of this website. By using this website, you agree to these terms. If you do not agree, please discontinue use.
1. About This Website
This website is operated by The Future Families Initiative CIC, owned and operated by The Harrogate Lactation Consultant, founded by Abbie Durrant‑Milnes.
The Future Families Initiative CIC provides training, education, parent support, and professional development relating to pregnancy, birth, infant feeding, newborn development, and early‑years health. All content reflects current UK evidence‑based educational and professional standards.
Professional membership and indemnity:
NMC Registered Midwife (Pin: 16G1258E)
Member of the Royal College of Nursing (RCN)
Enhanced DBS‑checked
Holds professional indemnity insurance in line with RCN requirements
Location: Harrogate and District, UK
Contact email:futurefamiliesinitiative@gmail.com
2. Purpose of Website Content
Content on this website is provided for general information and educational purposes only. It is designed to support understanding of pregnancy, birth, infant feeding, newborn development, and early‑years health.
The information provided:
is not a substitute for personalised medical advice
does not replace assessment or care from a qualified healthcare professional
should be interpreted within the context of individual needs, circumstances, and professional guidance
For personalised clinical concerns, please seek advice from your GP, midwife, health visitor, or appropriate NHS service.
3. Professional Scope & Disclaimer
All information and services provided align with:
UK midwifery professional standards
RCN guidance
UK safeguarding requirements
Evidence‑based educational practice
This website does not provide medical diagnosis or treatment.
If you experience:
concerns about pregnancy or fetal wellbeing
infant feeding difficulties affecting health
concerns about newborn development
symptoms of illness, pain, or distress
urgent safeguarding concerns
you should seek immediate advice from a healthcare professional or emergency service.
4. Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, The Future Families Initiative CIC accepts no liability for any loss, damage, or injury arising from:
reliance on information contained on this website
use or misuse of website content
technical issues or website unavailability
Use of this website is at your own discretion and risk.
Nothing in these terms excludes liability for death or personal injury caused by negligence where such liability cannot be excluded under UK law.
5. Training, Education & Services
Any training sessions, workshops, school programmes, parent education sessions, or professional development services are subject to separate Terms & Conditions, consent processes, and booking policies. These will be provided prior to or at the time of booking.
6. Intellectual Property
All website content—including text, images, illustrations, branding, and logos—is the intellectual property of The Future Families Initiative CIC and The Harrogate Lactation Consultant, unless otherwise stated.
Content may not be copied, reproduced, shared, or adapted without prior written permission.
7. External Links
This website may contain links to external organisations or resources. These links are provided for information only. We are not responsible for the content, accuracy, or policies of third‑party websites.
8. Privacy & Data Protection
Use of this website is subject to our Privacy Policy, which explains how personal data is collected, stored, and processed in compliance with:
UK GDPR
Data Protection Act 2018
9. Changes to These Terms
These Terms of Use may be updated periodically. Any changes will be posted on this page with the revised date.
10. Governing Law
These Terms of Use are governed by the laws of England and Wales. Any disputes shall fall under the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of England and Wales.
Cookies Policy
Last updated: 4th September 2026
This Cookies Policy explains how The Future Families Initiative CIC (“we”, “us”, “our”) uses cookies and similar technologies on our website. This policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They help websites function correctly, improve user experience, and provide information about how the website is used.
Cookies do not give us access to your device or personal files.
2. How We Use Cookies
We use cookies only where necessary and appropriate for a professional training and education website. Cookies may be used to:
Ensure the website functions correctly
Improve website performance and usability
Understand how visitors use the website (in an anonymous way)
We do not use cookies to:
Collect sensitive personal information
Identify individual users
Track users across other websites
Carry out advertising or marketing profiling
3. Types of Cookies We Use
a) Strictly Necessary Cookies
Essential for the website to operate. These do not require your consent.
b) Analytics / Performance Cookies
Used to understand how visitors use the site and improve functionality. Where used:
Data is anonymised
Cookies are set only with your consent
c) Functionality Cookies
Allow the website to remember preferences or form inputs.
4. Third‑Party Cookies
Some cookies may be placed by trusted third‑party services, such as:
Website analytics providers
Embedded content (e.g., maps or videos)
We do not control third‑party cookies. Please refer to the relevant third‑party privacy policies for more information.
5. Managing Your Cookie Preferences
You can manage or disable cookies at any time through:
Your browser settings
Any cookie consent banner on this website
Disabling certain cookies may affect website functionality.
6. Changes to This Cookies Policy
We may update this Cookies Policy from time to time to reflect changes in legal requirements or website functionality. The latest version will always be available on this page.
7. Contact
If you have any questions about this Cookies Policy, please contact:
The Future Families Initiative CIC Email: futurefamiliesinitiative@gmail.com