Familienforum Ruhr is a family education and wellbeing centre in Bochum, operated by the Stiftung Kinderzentrum Ruhrgebiet in cooperation with the University Children’s Hospital Bochum and Menschen(s)kinder Stiftung Kinderzentrum Ruhrgebiet. It offers courses, events and information for expectant parents, families, adults, children and young people, including people with disabilities. Its programme covers pregnancy, birth and the postnatal period, with services such as birth preparation, birth information sessions, prenatal breastfeeding advice and fitness or relaxation activities for parents.

Courses for babies and young children include parent-and-baby activities, music sessions, swimming, movement and play. The forum also provides classes and guidance on family life, parenting, health, nutrition, prevention and first aid. Some offerings are available online, and the course programme includes both ongoing classes and special events.

Based at Alexandrinenstrasse 5 in Bochum, Familienforum Ruhr shares course recommendations, registration information and updates through its website and newsletter. Its quality management is certified by the Gütesiegelverbund