Childhood serves a purpose; it isn’t something to “get through” or speed up. It’s there to protect developing minds. To nurture young souls. So, let’s give our kids the space to be unbusy. Let’s unschedule. Let’s “miss out”. Let’s hold the space for childhood. Because childhood isn’t a dress rehearsal for adulthood. —Tracy Gillett We all […]
National Week of Play 2024 Read More »
Family Connects are one-off online events providing an opportunity to connect with other parents and carers via Zoom and learn about topics relevant to families and children aged 0-5. Plus you will share ideas in how to support children’s early education and each other. The Connect sessions are free thanks to funding from the Department of Education.
Family Connect – free online sessions for parents and carers Read More »
From Friday 29th March, the National Breastfeeding helpline team will be available as usual from 9:30am – 9:30pm and then our NBH @ Night helpline service will be on from 9:30pm – 9:30am using the same National Breastfeeding Helpline number; 0300 100 0212. For more information, help and support with all aspects of breastfeeding visit
National Breastfeeding Helpline Night time Helpline Read More »
From talking and singing to playing games, small everyday interactions with your baby or child can make all the difference to their growing brains. By making the most of everyday moments to nurture your child’s growing brain, you’ll help them to get the language and communication skills they need – setting them up for school
Moments that Matter! Read More »
Pregnancy can be an exciting time, but did you know it is also a great time to start supporting your baby’s learning and development? During this one-hour session we will discuss why the first 1001 days from conception to two years are so important and share ideas about how you can start to support your
Pregnancy can be an exciting time, but did you know it is also a great time to start supporting your baby’s learning and development? During this one-hour session we will discuss why the first 1001 days from conception to two years are so important and share ideas about how you can start to support your
Bumps to babies: supporting learning through pregnancy and beyond Read More »
Make the most of everyday opportunities to chat with your baby or toddler while you are out and about. It will help them to develop their speech and communication skills. The new Walking Trail from the Literacy Trust is a great resource to get you started on making everyday trips a learning experience for your
Talking to your baby or child when out and about – The Walk & Talk Trail Read More »
According to the Child Accident Protection Trust A shocking number of dangerous baby products are making their way into family homes throughout the UK. “ITV Regional News revealed today that many parents are unaware that products they’re buying from online marketplaces could suffocate, strangle or even choke their baby. Products assessed by a panel of experts
Suffocation, overheating and death – dangerous baby products in UK homes Read More »
What is Triple P for Baby? Triple P for Baby programme aims to prepare parents for a positive transition to parenthood and the first year with baby, promoting sensitive and responsive care in the perinatal period. Parents actively participate in a range of exercises to learn strategies to develop a positive relationship with their baby,
Triple P for Baby course Read More »
It’s no secret that peekaboo is a hit with babies around the world and a great way of entertaining them even at a very young age. But did you know that this simple game can play a really important part in their early language learning as they wait their turn to react? When can babies
How can peekaboo help babies to learn? – with Tiny Happy People Read More »
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