Criminal Justice Chronicles - Episode 2: Working With Parents and Families affected by Domestic Abuse and Interview with Judith Rees from For Baby's Sake Trust

In Episode 2 of Reflective Practice: The Criminal Justice Chronicles, we explore what it really means to work with families affected by domestic abuse during a child's earliest years.

Joined by Judith Rees from For Baby's Sake Trust, we discuss the profound impact domestic abuse can have on parents, babies and their relationships, and why the first 1,001 days of a child's life are such a critical window for intervention. Judith shares insights into recognising the often-hidden effects of abuse on infants and caregivers, responding with empathy and effectiveness, and supporting families on their journey towards recovery.

Together, we examine how trauma-informed, relationship-based practice can help strengthen family relationships, improve outcomes for children, and break the intergenerational cycle of domestic abuse.