Services, Courses & Sessions
Fussy Eating Workshop
This FREE session is aimed at parents/carers who have already taken the first steps to introduce food to their children, booking is recommended for those with children aged over 1 years old but under 5 years old. Come and join our friendly and knowledgeable nutritionist to explore the world of fussy eaters. In this session we have some fun activities, information and hints and tips for families who feel their child may be a fussy eater. FREE pack for all families who attend. Sandwell MBC will share the information you have entered onto the booking form with Fallan Nutrition running these sessions so that they can create an attendance list. We may use this information to contact you to give you more details about the course, to confirm your attendance or to contact you if the course is cancelled.
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Families with toddlers Parent support
Changes Programme for Parents and Carers
Let’s face it bringing up children is one of the hardest jobs out there! Children don't come with an instruction manual and we all need a bit of help and guidance from time to time. Our Programmes for Parents and Carers are free to Sandwell residents and have helpful age-related information and support for you and your family. Courses are available both in-person and online.
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Ready, Steady, WEAN
This session is aimed at parents/carers looking to introduce first solids to their baby, booking is recommended for those with children 0-12 months. Come and join our friendly and knowledgeable nutritionist to find out more about weaning your baby. NHS advice is that babies are introduced to solid food from six months' old; come to this two-hour session to find out all the most up-to-date guidance on how to wean your baby safely.
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Parent support
Changes Antenatal
In Sandwell we are committed to supporting parents-to-be with a healthy pregnancy. Changes antenatal programme offers a wide range of free courses and sessions during pregnancy, from antenatal courses (in person and online), exercises sessions to programmes on understanding your baby's development we have you covered in supporting your journey to a healthy pregnancy.
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Expectant parents
Building Buddies
Join us for this fun and interactive course designed especially for children aged between 2 and 4 years old and their grown-ups! We will explore different themes and child-friendly building materials each week, children will have the freedom to build, stack, and create at their own pace, while grown-ups join in the fun and support their little builders. Each session will feature a new theme to spark creativity and encourage problem-solving, with activities that help develop fine motor and early social skills. This course provides a wonderful chance for children to unleash their imaginations, learn through play, and bond with their caregivers in a relaxed, social setting. Come build new worlds with us and watch your child’s creativity soar!
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Families with toddlers
GO Play Sandwell
Go Play Sandwell provides free, valuable and high quality play experiences for the children and young people aged 6 – 12 years old in Sandwell. Our play sessions and events take place at a variety of venues across the borough – look for us in green spaces, community centres, libraries and museums, indoors and outdoors all year round! Our inclusive services support and empower children (and their grownups) to access play within the local community, fostering self worth, confidence and emotional resilience. Go Play Sandwell Voluntary Sector Partnership is formed by: • Sandwell MBC Play Services – Go Play • Groundwork West Midlands • Powered by CAN • Sporting Your Futures
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Families with primary school children Families with children with SEND Parent support
West Bromwich Central Family Hub
Available at: West Bromwich Central (Greets Green) Family Hub, B70 9EZ
Expectant parents New parents Families with toddlers Families with primary school children Families with teenagers Families with children with SEND Parent support
Term-time Stay and Play - Families with toddlers (1-3 years)
Join us for a fun-filled ‘Stay and Play’ session, where you and your child can learn through play, chat, and create happy memories together. Enjoy a variety of toys, books, and activities that bring stories to life. Sing songs, share rhymes, and explore music with your little ones. Get creative with crafts, dive into messy play, and take part in engaging activities designed for both fun and learning. It’s the perfect opportunity to bond and explore together! No need to book. For more information, contact Michelle Hellend, 0121 557 1034 x.2
Available at: Harvills Hawthorn Primary School, Wolseley Rd, West Bromwich, B70 0NG
Families with toddlers Families with children with SEND
Parents and Carers Coffee Morning
Come along and have a chat with Michelle, Family Support, members of the PTA, and other parents and carers. No need to book. For more information, contact Michelle Hellend, 0121 557 1034 x.2
Available at: Harvills Hawthorn Primary School, Wolseley Rd, West Bromwich, B70 0NG
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Sweaty Mama
Sweaty Mama is fun safe and effective fitness you can do with your little one. Sweaty Mama is a great way to begin to gain fitness. The workout is specifically designed to support your body postnatally and aid recovery whilst introducing exercise. You can keep it low to begin with and it’s lots of fun too. You can gradually increase the intensity of the exercise as you get fitter too! Sweaty Mama is a fab, fun workout with your child. Enjoy exercise while you bond with your baby, toddler or pre-schooler. Sweaty Mama has music and movements you will both love.
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New parents