Fun and unusual activities & services

L-R : Sandy, Emma, Mo, Mark

PreBirth – 5 years

We know trying for, growing and looking after a baby sometimes takes that little extra, that’s why we at Simply Kidz offer fun social, support, stimulating activities and classes for you to meet like minded people locally

Pre-Birth (for Parents-In-Waiting & Parents-To-Be)

Support & Social Groups for IVF, Adoption & Fostering

Exchange latest information and share hopes, dreams, tears and fears in these confidential gatherings.  Includes topics such as Acupuncture & Diet for Conception, Hypnosis for Fertility, Hypnosis for Resolution of Issues or Stress

Pregnancy Support & Social Groups   free mama-pack

What the books - and sometimes your best friends - don't tell you about Pregnancy, Birth and the first few months of Motherhood. Share your antenatal, prenatal, perinatal and post-natal concerns.  Listen to the anecdotes from experienced mums, find out first hand, the practicalities of re-useable nappies, ethical fairtrade organic products and much more.  Join our class and claim your free Mama-Pack now!  A Mama-Pack is an eco-friendly pack of goodies for parents

Classes to Prepare for the Birth

Antenatal classes are held at our venue

Learn about the birth process and prepare for a new life with an antenatal course

Home Birth social & Birth In Water workshops  new

Hosted by independent midwife Marion Costin-Ford, these sessions and workshops are for parents who want to know more about labour and birth using a pool, either at home or in hospital

Hypno-Birthing  free mama-pack

This antenatal preparation course by Nick Meredith will help you learn techniques enabling a calm and comfortable childbirth. Join our class and claim your free Mama-Pack now!  A Mama-Pack is an eco-friendly pack of goodies for parents

Pregnancy Yoga  lunchtime & evening classes available

A realistic and effective way of exercise during pregnancy and can be practiced from 14 weeks onwards. Some women feel the breathing techniques are particularly useful during labour, while those who practice it regularly claim to find that delivery is easier due to their bodies being more flexible. Join our class and claim your free Mama-Pack now!  A Mama-Pack is an eco-friendly pack of goodies for parents

Pregnancy Reiki  every Monday

Reduce stress and anxiety, increase energy levels and reduce muscle pain with this one-to-one Reiki session designed specifically to relax mum and baby pre-birth

Pregnancy Massage   every Wednesday

Lift your spirit with a special massage treatment for mums-to-be.  Relieve muscular aches and tensions, alleviate swelling in the hands and feet, stress and fatigue.  From 12 weeks onwards

Breech Babies

Need help turning breech babies? Find out how the burning of safe herbs near your toes can help by talking to our reputable, in-house Therapist

Inducing Labour

Past your due date? Fed up waiting to see your baby? Don't want to be chemically induced? Come and see our reputable, in-house Therapist 

0 - 3 Years (birth to pre-school)

Babygrowz classes

Boost the natural development of your child and help their transition from baby to wobbler to toddler - all whilst bonding and gaining your own confidence as a parent

Dads classes

Sunday classes for Dads to bond with baby whilst engaging in safe rough and tumble activities.  Oh, and the Dads get a workout too using baby as a weight for a mini circuit training session!

Baby Massage (Western) classes   Monday classes available

Relax, calm and bond with your baby with this fabulous course. Alleviate colic and teething discomfort - any much more

Baby Tuina (Chinese) classes

A more vigorous massage course that will help you diagnose and treat or support the treatment of many childhood ailments and diseases like colds, auto-immune system disorders (e.g. chicken pox), fever and many more

Baby Yoga classes  

Encourage flexibility and body awareness through this gentle workout for both you and baby

Busy Parent classes   Saturday classes available

Back at work? These Saturday classes give you and your child the chance to re-connect, spot and nurture any hidden talents

Messy Play sessions

It doesn't get messier than this.  Let us do the cleaning whilst you have all the fun.  The photo's speak for themselves!

Social sessions

Calling all parents and carers - meet other parents and carers through these pay-as-you-go group activities such as Music Play, Soft Play, Swimming, Central Park trips and much more

Weaning Workshops 

Know the difference between Baby-led or Parent-led weaning?  Unsure when to introduce more texture?  Practical hints and tips to tackle weaning with confidence no matter what approach you and baby eventually decide upon.  Take a look at our schedule and book and baby in for the nearest monthly workshop to your intended weaning date

3 - 5 Years

Toddler Tai Chi

Improve your child's co-ordination, concentration, balance and muscle strength with this class that it irresistible to children.  Movements are taught in-between energetic exercises

Other Services

Yoga for beginners  new for July

Get fit for summer with our superb yoga instructor Georgina Perks.  This small, relaxed, mixed gender class enables you to get to know other like minded people and benefit from more personal instruction - come and give us a try

Parents who want to work from home new

Want to earn extra cash or be your own boss? Want to change your life, spend quality time with your family and be rewarded for the work you do?  We have tried and tested business opportunities that will allow parents to work and earn income around their own schedule.  Enjoy a business opportunity with us and benefit from our experience, support and receive training - these are true business opportunities, not get-rich-quick schemes. Ask us for more information

Charitable Events

Enjoy the madness that is Baby Racing or Toddler Footie and much more.  These activities tire out your little ones and brings out the competitive nature of parents- all in the name of charity!  Parents choose the charity to which all proceedings raised are donated unless the event is already in aid of a charitable event. This is fun like you've never before enjoyed!

Babysitting

Qualified and experienced child minders and mums provide this invaluable service in your own home, whilst you get some much needed 'you' time.  We also run a nanny agency and offer childminding & creche facilities - let us know your requirements and we'll match suitable candidates from our database

Park 'n' Shop

Let us look after your child whilst you get some Retail Therapy!

Park 'n' Pamper

Let us look after your child whilst you take advantage of our in-house Beauty or Health Therapists, our associated Hairdresser or Beauty Salon or therapists of your own choosing - the point is for you to get some 'me' time

Bargain Photographer

Only £15 for a studio sitting at our venue and get a FREE 8 x 6 photo.  Our in-house photographer will work with you to get great action shots with toys and bubbles, stunning portraits in whatever style you'd like.  Just baby or the family - mark that special occasion.  It's too good to miss!

Skills Swap  new

Swap talents and abilities you have with other people locally. Dab hand at making cakes but need your nursery painted?  Why not let us know and we'll find you someone who's a dab hand at glossing skirting boards and painting ceilings in exchange for birthday, Christmas or occasions cakes. No membership fee!

Venue Hire

Looking for a small but light airy space located within walking distance from the train and bus stations and a 3 minute walk into the city centre?  Our venue is perfect for you and available for hire at reasonable rates

Shop of Curious Things

Come and take a look at our stock.  We'll share with you as and when we come across fabulous products that work, are great quality and unusual

...and much more coming soon!