I’ve been contacted by a few people wondering what they can do with their newborns and young babies over summer since many regular classes and groups take a break and most summer events and activities are aimed at older kids. We’ve therefore put together the following list of events suitable for very young babies – this is very much a work in progress so if you know of any we’ve missed please do let us know and we’ll add them – let’s help each other out!! 😊
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1.Saffron is running her very popular baby yoga classes throughout the summer at Macclesfield library on Tuesdays at 11am. They’re designed for babies from 4 weeks till crawling so are a great shout for teeny ones. The classes also come very highly recommended by local mums and are a great way to make new friends. For more information check out Saffron’s website here or email her at saff.harrison@gmail.com.
Lushtums is also running baby massage classes in Poynton.
2.“Well Baby with the Health Visitors & Parents, Bumps & Babies” at Mother Nature Sanctuary in Bollington continues throughout summer every Monday from 9.30-11am. Have your baby weighed, speak to the Health Visitors then stay for Parent’s, Bumps & Babies group where you can have a brew and a biscuit whilst chatting to other mums. For more information contact Siobhan via the Facebook page here.
3.Mother Nature Sanctuary is also running their lovely Baby Massage classes on Wednesday mornings from 10 – 11am during the summer holidays – contact Siobhan for further information here.
4.Local children’s centres are holding the following sessions over the summer holidays-
Oakenclough Childrens Centre
The Babies Together sessions continue every Monday in August 1-2 pm –
(Under 1s only) A group for babies and their parents.
Come along and engage in floor play using a range of sensory and other resources. Share experiences and advice with other parents and professionals in a fun and stimulating environment.
The Centre is running the following Stay and Play Sessions over the summer (for children 0 to 5 years) –
Thursday 1st August, 11:00-12:30 – Stay, Play and Move
Thursday 15th August, 11:00-12:30 – Stay, Play and Mess
Thursday 29th August, 11:00-12:30 – Stay, Play and Picnic
There is no need to book, just turn up on the day
The Fun and Sign sessions continue every Friday in August – 1.15-2pm – 24 months to 4 years (and their younger siblings) and 2-2.45pm – 0 to 24 months (no older children allowed in this session)
Enjoy songs, games, activities, puppets and have lots of fun whilst learning the basics of British Sign Language to improve communication between you and your child.
Congleton Childrens Centre
The Centre is running the following Stay and Play Sessions over the summer (for children 0 to 8 years) –
Monday, August 5, at 9:15 – 10:45 – At the Seaside
Monday, August 12, 2019 at 9:15 – 10:45 -Play and Picnic
Monday, August 19, at 9:15 – 10:45 – Fun on the Farm
Please book early to avoid disappointment.
Knutsford Childrens Centre
The Babies Together sessions continue every Friday in August 1-2 pm –
(Under 1s only) A group for babies and their parents.
Come along and engage in floor play using a range of sensory and other resources. Share experiences and advice with other parents and professionals in a fun and stimulating environment.
Broken Cross, Hurdsfield and Ash Grove Childrens Centres
The Centres are running the following Stay and Play Sessions over the summer (for children from birth to 5 years) –
Week Commencing Monday, August 5 – Summer Play – Messy Play
Broken Cross – Tuesday 9.30-11am
Hurdsfield – Wednesday – 9.30-11am
Ash Grove – Friday – 9.30-11am
Week Commencing Monday, August 19 – Summer Play – Teddy Bears Picnic
Broken Cross – Tuesday 9.30-11am
Hurdsfield – Wednesday – 9.30-11am
Ash Grove – Friday – 9.30-11am
Book your space in advance.
NB Sensory Rooms at Ash Grove and Hurdsfield available to use for free – book in advance
5. The popular Sutton Baby and Toddler Group is running sessions on 6th and 20th August from 10 – 11.30am.
Free play, snack and drink for your child and a hot drink for parents / carers.
In the Church Hall at Sutton, Church Lane, Sutton Lane Ends, Macclesfield, SK11 0DS
6. Ruby’s Fund in Congleton is great for babies, toddlers and preschoolers and has a lovely sensory room which teeny ones love. It’s a good bet if you have older kids as well as a newborn as they’ll all be suitably entertained and there’s a lovely cafe where you can get lunch.
7. Sensory BabyTime sessions continue over the summer in Macclesfield with Open The Door and they have PAYG spaces available in their Monday 2pm class.
Hope that helps for now – don’t forget to let us know of any to be added!
