Baby Talk
Get access to a network of experts right on your doorstep...
We run a series of workshops, connecting you to local professionals who will support you on your parenting journey.
Our sessions cover a variety of topics from from baby sleep to infant first aid, delving into areas that often get forgotten about (such as the fifth trimester - let us tell you more)!
Classes are relaxed (babies are welcome) and fun, they are interactive and there is plenty of opportunity to ask questions. We run these as drop ins, so you can pick and mix what you would like to join us for.
NEWBORN DEVELOPMENT (0-5 MONTHS)
This workshop is ideal for parents looking to support and understand early development milestones and knowing how to create purposeful baby play opportunities.
Topics covered include:
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What activities can I do to support my baby’s milestones?
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How do I help to build early connections in my baby’s brain?
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How do I encourage early communication & understanding through baby signing?
There will be a sensory area set up for your baby to play in with whilst at the session.
When to join us
This session is suitable for those with babies 0 -5 months in age.
INFANT FIRST AID
Would you know what to do if your baby was choking? Or what to do if they had an accident?
When a baby or toddler is experiencing an emergency, it's important to remember that their bodies are still forming, therefore delivering first aid is different to administering this for an adult.
You will learn:
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What to do in an emergency and when to get help
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Baby recovery position
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Baby CPR
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What to do if you baby or toddler starts choking
When to join us
This session is perfect for anyone wanting basic first aid skills and the confidence to know how to act in an emergency.
INFANT SLEEP
This workshop is ideal for parents looking for some guidance when it comes to navigating the beginnings of their little one’s sleep journey
We will talk about
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what to expect from your baby’s sleep - normal biological sleep needs of babies and sleep cycles
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foundations that promote healthy sleep - naps, bedtime, bedtime routine and supporting night wake ups
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Gentle strategies for improving your baby’s sleep
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SIDS and Sleep Safety
This is an interactive session that will be tailored to answer your questions.
When to join us
We recommend attending this session once your baby is about four months old - at this age, babies are typically old enough to learn to self soothe.
INTRODUCING SOLIDS
Research has shown that the foundations for healthy eating are formed from a very young age. Our Introducing Solids sessions help to support parents to build these foundations right from a baby’s very first taste.
Topics include:
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How to know when your baby is ready for solids
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The best foods to start weaning with
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The different methods of introducing solids
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The important nutrients to think about
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Balancing milk feeds and foods
When to join us
We recommend attending this session ahead of introducing solids at around 6 months, or during your weaning journey if you are looking for additional support.
DEVELOPMENTAL BABY PLAY (6 - 14 MONTHS)
This workshop is ideal for parents looking to support their little ones with early development milestones and knowing how to create purposeful baby play opportunities.
Topics include:
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What activities can I do to support my baby’s learning development?
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How do I help to build early connections in my baby’s brain?
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How do I encourage early language skills?
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What does a purposeful play environment look like?
There will be activities set up for your baby to play with whilst at the session.
When to join us
This session is suitable for those with infants 6 - 14 months in age.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR LITTLE ONES BEHAVIOURS & EMOTIONAL NEEDS (9-24 MONTHS)
The experiences your little one has in the first 2 years will build the foundations of their attitude, emotional well being and social skills but do you know how best to nurture these?
Topics covered include:
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How to build confidence & independence
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What to do when your little one begins to show signs of a tantrum (difference between distress/ attention)
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Helping your little one to understand their emotions
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How to develop their listening skills, resilience & thinking skills
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How to support your little one with separation anxiety in preparation for returning to work or leaving to go out
There will be activities set up for your baby to play with whilst at the session.
When to join us
This session is suitable for those with infants 9 - 24 months in age.
RETURNING TO WORK
Returning to work can often be daunting after a period of parental leave. While many women relish this return and welcome the variety it brings to family life, it can also be overwhelming and a real struggle to make it work.
Having a "return to work plan" in place that is right for you and your family can make a huge difference in how positive your return to work experience is.
We will talk about:
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The transition from employee to mum - reflecting back on your experiences of leaving for maternity
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What lies ahead - what do you what from working life as a mum
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The realities of being a working mum (I.e. logistics, sick days, mum guilt)
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How you can turn leave into leadership
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Continuing to build your community
When to join us
Join us ahead of returning to work after maternity leave. We will be creating a safe space for you to talk about your experiences and your hopes and fears. There are many worries you might have when going back to work - you are not alone in this journey!
MOTOR DEVELOPMENT IN BABIES (0 - 14 MONTHS)
Our session will provide you with an insight into movement and motor development in babys/infants.
Topics include:
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Developmental milestones and why the sequence of development is important
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Common causes of delays in development - when to be concerned and when to seek help
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Simple strategies to support your baby’s development at home
There will be activities set up for your baby to play with whilst at the session.
When to join us
This session is ideal for parents who may have some mild concerns, as well as parents who have no concerns at all about their baby, but just want some peace of mind that their child’s development is progressing as it should.
SPEECH AND LANGUAGE DEVELOPMENT
We will help you understand what it's like to learn a language from a baby/toddler perspective, and provide you with hints, tips and theories to help you help your little ones on their journey.
The aims of the session are to:
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learn about language and communication development in the first year
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learn everyday strategies to add to your day
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get yourself and your child ready to learn first words!
When to join us
This workshop is ideal for parents with babies who are 0-2 years old, looking for some guidance when it comes to navigating the beginning of their little one’s language journey.