The C-Gull Study

A lovely afternoon spent with some of our C-GULL families at our recent PPIE (Public and Patient Involvement and Engagement) session 💛

Hearing directly from parents helps us shape the study around what matters most to the people at the heart of it. Thank you to everyone who came along, shared their experiences and helped contribute to the future of the research.

Your feedback, ideas and insights are invaluable in helping us make a difference for children and families across Liverpool.

Did You Know?

Every sample collected as part of the CGULL Study helps researchers better understand how children grow, develop and stay healthy over time 💙

From small samples can come BIG discoveries, helping shape future healthcare, support for families, and healthier futures for the next generation. 🧬👶

Thank you to every family taking part and making a difference with every visit, questionnaire and sample provided.

Every child’s story matters 💛

The CGULL study is using innovative data collection methods to better understand how children and families grow and thrive across Liverpool.

By securely linking information from areas such as health, education, neighbourhoods and family experiences, researchers can build a clearer picture of the factors that shape child development and wellbeing.

This valuable research will help inform future support, services and policies for families across our city 🌍✨

Did you know our gut health can influence how our brains develop and function? 🧠✨

Research shows that the bacteria in our gut can affect mood, behaviour, stress levels and overall mental wellbeing, starting from early childhood and continuing throughout life.

The foods and drinks we consume don’t just fuel our bodies, they can also support healthy brain development and emotional health. 🍎🥦💧

Understanding these links helps researchers explore how early life experiences, nutrition and lifestyle can shape long-term health outcomes for children and families across Liverpool 💛

This Mental Health Awareness Month, we're recognising the importance of understanding children’s wellbeing as they grow, develop and experience the world around them 💛

Every childhood experience, environment and connection can play a role in shaping future health and wellbeing.

At the CGULL Study we’re helping build a better understanding of how children and families grow up in Liverpool over time because supporting future generations starts with listening, learning and understanding today.

Because growing minds matter 🌱

Today we celebrate the heart, strength and dedication of midwives everywhere 💜

On International Midwives Day, we recognise the incredible role midwives play in supporting families through some of life’s most powerful moments. Your compassion, knowledge, and unwavering care shape healthier futures for parents and babies alike.

As part of our ongoing research, we’re proud to work alongside midwives to better understand experiences, challenges and opportunities to improve care. Your voice truly matters and your insights help drive meaningful change.

Thank you all for everything you do today and every day

🌍 This World Earth Day, we're thinking about the world our children are growing up in.

Because health doesn’t start in a hospital
it starts in our homes, our communities and the environments around us every day.

This study is working with families to better understand how early life experiences, surroundings and opportunities shape children’s health as they grow.

From cleaner air and safe neighbourhoods
to strong family connections and supportive communities every small factor plays a role in building healthier futures.

Together, we are learning what helps children thrive and together we can create lasting change.

Happy World Earth Day 🌱