Services

Baby Talk

03/04/2023

A new community for parents is coming to Wandsworth this summer…

If you are looking for infant sleep support, weaning advice or reassurance around your baby’s development – or just a good catch up with other local parents over coffee or brunch – join Baby Talk in Wandsworth this summer. As one of the only antenatal course providers to continue education once your little one arrives, Baby Talk make sure that you are able to reach continued support from recommended experts during your first year of parenting.

Baby Talk want you to know that you are not alone on your parenting journey: their support continues beyond the birth of your baby. Their carefully selected network of experts provide education, empowerment and community, throughout your first year of parenting and beyond. They collaborate with a range of talented professionals to build their community across South West London. Their network ensures that parents feel supported at every step of the way, from the first to the fifth trimester.

Baby Talk events at The Kings Arms in Wandsworth

Wandsworth Baby Brunch

Monday 5 June, 11.00

Your ticket includes:

A space for you and your little one to meet new friends
Brunch by The Kings Arms, with a tea/coffee on arrival, and soft drink with your meal
Goody bags by Baby Talk and our Partners
Visit our ‘photobooth’ and get a professionally edited image of you and your little one
Keep your little ones entertained with Foldimats
Get some tasters from Pots for Tots (for those weaning and beyond – or for parents to try where their little one is not quite at this stage)

Click here to find out more. Get £5 off the Wandsworth Baby Brunch, code is BrunchLaunch

Motor Development in Babies (0-14 months)

Wednesday 14 June, 11.00

Specialist Paediatric Physiotherapist, Michelle Jordan from Therapy4kids, will be talking about:

Developmental milestones and why the sequence of development is important
Common causes of delays in development
When to be concerned and when to seek help
Simple strategies to support your baby’s development at home

Click here to find out more

Baby Sleep

Wednesday 21 June, 11.00

This workshop is ideal for parents looking for some guidance when it comes to navigating the beginnings of their little one’s sleep journey.

Lydia from Sleeps and bounds will be talking about:

the foundations that promote healthy sleep.
how to introduce a gentle routine.
night wakings – what is normal.

Click here to find out more

Introducing Solids

Wednesday 28 June, 11.00

Pots for Tots will be talking about:

How to know when your baby is ready for solids
The best foods to start with
Methods of introducing solids
Important nutrients to think about
Portion size: what to expect
Pots for Tots – try it!

Click here to find out more

Newborn Development (0-5 months)

Our workshops with Sandra from Little Minds are ideal for parents looking to support their little ones with early development milestones.

Wednesday 5 July, 11.00

Sandra will talk about:

Activities to support your baby’s learning development
Building early connections in your baby’s brain
Encouraging early language skills
Creating a purposeful play environment

Click here to find out more

Wednesday 5 July, 12.00

Sandra will talk about:

Building core muscles for tummy time, sitting and crawling
Hand eye coordination
Singing & rhythm
Building sensory experiences into play

Click here to find out more

Returning to Work after Maternity Leave

Wednesday 12 July, 11.00

Caroline Pellerin, ICF Certified is on hand to support you in that space where motherhood and careers intersect.

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 feel overwhelming and you may wonder how you are going to make it work.

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!

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Baby First Aid

Wednesday 19 July, 11.00

Tania from Simple First Aid will be providing basic baby first aid training. This 1 hour session will cover: