Services, Courses & Sessions
Breastfeeding Network Support (in person)
Breastfeeding can be a lonely experience B.E.A.R.S drop-in groups are held in a safe and comfortable environment for support with starting and continuing breastfeeding. The breastfeeding team will offer evidence-based information, tailored breastfeeding support, and friendly face and listening ear. It’s a great way to meet other local breastfeeding families too. For more information or to book use the contact details below: 07505 775357 sandwell@breastfeedingnetwork.org.uk
Available at: Ferndale Primary School, Eastwood Road Entrance, B43 5RS
and one more location
New parents
Paediatric First Aid
Sandwell Adult and Family Learning will lead this 2 hour course. This free course is for Sandwell's expectant or new parents only and provides an introduction on how to manage minor wounds, choking, CPR for babies and the recovery position. Click find out more to find the next available workshop.
Expectant parents New parents
Breastfeeding Antenatal Workshop
This virtual breastfeeding antenatal workshop is a FREE 2 hour course available to any Sandwell parents and is hosted by the Breastfeeding network Sandwell peer support team. The session covers key points on how to breastfeed your baby, responsive feeding for both mum and baby, baby’s feeding cues, composition of breastmilk, baby’s stomach sizes at different ages and what to expect about baby’s wet and dirty nappies Click find out more to view the next available workshop
Available online
Expectant parents
First Words Together
This is a great introduction to reading and talking with your child. Each sessions involves activities surrounding a key book which you can then take home and keep. These sessions are funding by the National Literacy Trust. These sessions are bookable by contacting the venue directly.
Available at: Hamstead Library, Tanhouse Centre, Hamstead Road, Great Barr, B43 5EL
and 8 more locations
Families with toddlers
Twilight Family Stay & Play Session
A chance for the whole family to come and spend time together through play, fun, games, singing and stories. This session is term time only.
Available at: Tipton Family Hub, DY4 0TB
and 5 more locations
New parents Families with toddlers Families with primary school children Families with teenagers
Music Magic (Babies)
Music based sessions for babies involving lots of singing, instruments and games using music. Great fun for your baby - and for you!
Available at: Thimblemill Library, B67 5RJ
and one more location
New parents
Ready, Steady, Wean
This session is aimed at parents and carers looking to introduce first solids to their baby. Come and join the friendly and knowledgeable Community Nursery Nurses, who work as part of Sandwell's Health Visiting Team. Click find out more to view sessions available across Sandwell
New parents
Wellies in the Woods
An outdoor session involving exploration of nature and the outdoors. Outdoor themed activities and a healthy dose of fresh air.
Available at: Wednesbury Family Hub, WS10 0JG
Families with toddlers Families with primary school children
Changes Antenatal
If you are expecting a child and live in Sandwell, you can attend a FREE antenatal course. Changes Antenatal is being delivered across Sandwell to help parents-to-be prepare for the birth of their new baby. The course has everything you need to prepare for labour and the arrival of your baby. These courses are being delivered face-to-face or as virtual sessions over Teams. Click find out more to see available courses online and within our Family Hubs
Available online
Expectant parents Parent support
Stay & Play
A chance to explore early years resources in a safe and fun environment, enabling your child to play and learn with peers of a similar age. Sessions also give you the chance to socialise and share ideas with other parents/carers
Available at: Flying Start, B64 6QJ
and 9 more locations
New parents Families with toddlers