You are your own Baby Expert
We agree with Brené – no one will ever know your child the way you do. For years we have been uncomfortable with the fact that we offer baby “classes”. We don’t like the idea of “teaching” someone how to … Continued
Is my baby missing out during lockdown?
We all want to do the best for our children, and when circumstances beyond our control come along and put a serious spanner in the works it can be hugely worrying. We’re all alone in our houses with our babies … Continued
Supporting parents through the Coronavirus crisis
I hope you have had a good week, in these strange circumstances! Here at Suffolk Babies we have been busier than ever, moving all our classes online, quickly learning how to work the new technology, and re-designing our website so … Continued
Why supporting new parents makes the world a happier place
The costs of returning to work OR staying at home A friend of mine is about to return to work as a nurse after a year’s maternity leave, and she will have two children in nursery, so until the term … Continued
Sickness Policy
If my baby or I are sick, how do we know if we can come to classes or not? We have a really flexible policy on attending classes when people are under the weather and it is set according to … Continued
Where does your baby sleep?
Human Instincts Throughout human history, babies have slept in close proximity to their mother or family members. After all, mothers put a huge amount of time and investment into growing a baby, and bringing them into the world. This puts … Continued
When you just don’t feel good enough
Have you ever felt that you are “not good enough” at being a parent? We live in a time where we now know so much more about how our minds work, and how our childhood experiences shape who we become … Continued
The importance of touch: the forgotten sense
Did you know how important touch is for emotional and physical wellbeing? You’ve probably been told about skin-to-skin for newborn babies, but are you aware of the vital role that our sense of touch plays in our lives? Touch is … Continued
Preparing for a new baby: what do you need?
Having a baby is one of the most exciting times of your life for one thing: shopping! A whole new world of stuff has opened up to you that you may never have given a thought to before. Cute baby … Continued
How to make baby-friendly slime
How messy is messy play tomorrow? Quite messy! Here is Edward showing you how to make Chia seed slime which is dairy free, gluten free, vegan and free from any chemical nasties (unlike most other slime recipes) You will need: … Continued