toddle about warwickshire oct - dec 2011

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Pregnancy Pages 24Baby & Toddler Show 24Daily Activity Planner 27Directory 38

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Hello!And welcome to the Autumn issue of Toddle About!We’ve got loads of exciting things to tell you about in this edition of Tod-dle About, but first we want to let you know that we have a family ticket (2 adults, 2 children) to give away for the Mother Goose Christmas Panto at the Belgrade Theatre in Coventry (see opposite) on Thurs 1st De-cember at 7pm – tickets worth £35. To enter our prize draw to win these tickets, simply ‘like’ Toddle About on Facebook and drop us an email to [email protected] with your name, address and phone number. We will do the draw at midday on Friday 18th November.

To find us on Facebook, search for Toddle About - or just scan in this QR code (right) with your smart phone! We started including QR codes in our last issue and they seem to be going down really well - they link you in an easy and fun way to related content on the internet. Keep an eye out for them as you read.

We have some great content for you in this edition, with your recommen-dations on free and cheap days out (p.10), tips on staying away and some fab Christmas decorations to make (and eat!) (p.22), as well as over 35 special offers in our centre pages. We’re also trialling a new layout for our directory which will hopefully make it easier for you to find the businesses you want when you need them!

As ever, we hope you enjoy reading,

This furry little fella is Charlie! He’s hiding all over the magazine - why not see if your little one can find him while you read?Huge congratula-

tions go out this issue to Dylan Davis who is the winner of our last Toddle Models competi-tion - doesn’t he look great on the front cover? Thank you to PixiFoto for doing a wonderful job. (See how to get your child on our front cover on p.13)As ever, watch out for the symbol on adverts - it tells you who has a special offer in our centre pages.And don’t forget! Everything you read in Toddle About and more is available on our website. We hope to see you there:

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See our online events listings:What’s New?

Take a WarwickshireAt the Belgrade Theatre, Coventry

Christmas Panto! Mother GooseTuesday 29th Nov to Saturday 7th January

See inside front cover

Your Mini-Throne AwaitsBump n Born are a new photographer to adver-tise with Toddle About who specialise in cap-turing beautiful and stylish pictures of bumps and babies. To enhance their baby shoots, they recently ordered a bespoke miniature designer classic Chaise Lounge and arm chair. At just 19 inches high, these pieces of furniture make your shoot with Bump n Born extra special! (To help show the scale of these pieces, the image here shows a standard-sized din-ing chair). See p.13

NCT Nearly New Sales this AutumnSnap up bargain maternity wear, nursery equipment, cots & toddler beds, prams & pushchairs, clothes, toys & games!9th October, 11.30 - 1 pm. Admission £1Nearly New Sale at the Benn Hall on Newbold Rd, Rugby. 12th November, 10:00 - 12:00. Admission £1Nearly New Sale at The Grange, Southam, CV47 1QA.19th November, 12:00 - 2:00. Admission £1Nearly New Sale at Myton School, Myton Road, Warwick20th November, 13.30 - 15.00, Admission £1Toy Sale & Autumn Fayre at Dunchurch Village Hall, Rugby.

Early Learning Centre RevampFrom October this year, The Early Learning Centre in the centre of Leamington Spa is closing and moving to the Mothercare store in The Shires Retail Park. This move has given the Mothercare ELC a new lease of life with a fantas-tic make-over in-store! The ELC is all new, bigger, brighter and it even has a dedicated play area for little ones to en-joy. The make-over has extended to their activities too, as they are now running special, themed weekends every weekend, from Peppa Pig to Thomas and Lego, with fun activities and competitions for the children to enjoy. And don’t for-get their playtime sessions every Monday, 10am - 12pm - a special tots group where

you can try out ELC toys! See p.6

Dandy Development Xmas SpecialsDandy Development is holding exciting Christ-mas classes at St Paul’s Church, Leicester Street, Leamington on Friday 16th December. Join in the festive fun with instruments, dancing, bub-bles, toys to explore and seasonal surprises! The 10am session is for babies and toddlers up to approximately 18 months and the 11am session is for all babies and children up to approximately 3 years, so that siblings can share the Christmas fun together! Everyone’s welcome, whether you’re already DandyLion’s friend or not! Visit dandydevelopment.co.uk for more information, or contact Nikki at [email protected] to book your little ones’ place. See p.37

New Sing & Sign Class & Xmas PartyDue to popular demand, Sing & Sign have scheduled two extra classes on Fridays at Busy Bees nursery in Heathcote, Leamington Spa from October 3rd at 9:45am and 11:00am. Also, the Sing & Sign Christmas parties will be w/c 5th De-cember at all their venues for each scheduled class that term. Current class attendees pay £5 to attend, new parents are wel-come to come along for a free trial. Christmas songs will be sung and many Christmas signs shown which is fun! Jessie Cat will be handing out a small gift to each child, mince pies for all and Xmas biscuits for the children. You’re guaranteed to leave in a Christmas mood! Booking is required. See p.35


New Musical abc Class in Southam on ThursdaysMusical abc offers Fun, Sensory and LIVE music sessions for children from Birth to 5 years. It has been developed and is led by Anne who is a qualified teacher, musician and mum! Through enjoyable and multisensory activities, children absorb the basic musical elements: the abc of music. Each session offers activities appropriate to the development of the children attending through singing, movement, listening, shar-ing, taking turns, fun and familiar routines - and the use of a wide range of resources e.g: Traditional and baby safe instruments, Electric Guitar and Trombone; Puppets, Hobby Horses and much more. The NEW Southam classes start on Thursday 3rd November at The Grange Hall. For more details www.musicalabc.net. See p.34

New Kids Cooking ClassCookie Tots is a new group activity for children aged 2-4 years run by Charlotte from Kiddy Cook . Parents and carers help their children create easy to make recipes and then join in with music, games and activities based around preparing and enjoying food. The emphasis is on having

fun in a safe and stimulating environment. Classes run at 2pm on Mondays in Lillington, Leamington Spa. See p.33

Paint & Glaze Open DaysPaint & Glaze are out and about again this Autumn, run-ning their open day events so you can drop in and see them for a spot of pottery painting, or hand and foot prints for the littlies at: (See p.11)Blooms Rugby Garden Centre, Bourton-on-Dunsmore on:Sat 29th Oct,10am-12pm & Sun 27th Nov, 1pm-3pmRugby Art Gallery and Museum / Library on:Fri 28th Oct, 18th & 19th Nov (for Children in Need) and 9th & 10th Dec: all at 10:30 - 12:30Manor Farm Tea Rooms, Catthorpe on:Thurs 27th Oct, 17th Nov & 8th Dec: 10:30-12:30

Warwick Prep School Open DayWarwick Prep School are holding an Open Morning on Saturday 8th October 2011 from 9:30am – noon for all parents interested in their Nursery and School. There will be an opportunity to tour the school and view their facilities, meet current pupils and staff as well as hear a short introduction by the Headmaster. See p.9

Little Splashers Aqua Tums ClassesLittle Splashers have lots going on this Autumn! They have two new venues - Castle Froma, a small hydro pool in Leamington town centre, and the exclusive leisure club Chesford Grange in Kenilworth. See their voucher in our centre pages for a free taster session.

And introducing AQUA TUMS! New Pre and Postnatal Aqua Yoga Classes in Leamington/Kenliworth. Aqua Yoga offers the benefit of harmonizing stretching and toning exercises in the water for health and fitness in pregnancy See p.25

Cushi Tush Wins Another AwardIf you’re a regular Toddle About reader, you’ll know that we are big fans of the Cushi Tush baby seat. So we’re really pleased to report that the Cushi Tush has won another award - the Right Start ‘Best Baby Essentials’ Award. This marks the fourth

award for the Cushi Tush baby seat in as many years. The Right Start Awards aim to highlight the very best products for mums-to-be during pregnancy and for children up to the age of two. The Cushi Tush baby seat is a recyclable, floor-based paediatrician approved seat for children from 3-18 months and can be used for feeding and playtime. See p.16

Roll Over With Peppa PigTumble Tots, the na-tionwide physical play programme for children, is partnering with Peppa Pig for its 18th National Children’s Activity Week, from 10th to 17th October. Organised in support of Tommy’s, the only charity in the UK which is solely dedicated to finding treatments to prevent problems in pregnancy, the campaign entitled

‘Roll Over with Peppa for Tommy’s’ hopes to raise over £50,000. Together with Peppa Pig, Tumble Tots have created the ‘Roll Over with Peppa for Tommy’s’ Wall Chart. It gives ideas of lots of activi-ties to try at home and informs parents of the benefits of allowing children to roll. See p.27


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ELC Snow Queen PalaceThis palace will inspire your child to create wonderful fairy tale adven-tures and offers plenty of space for royal hide and seek, big parties and every kind of sparkling adventure your child could ever dream of! Per-fect for encouraging them to use their imagination, as well as learning to interact and play with other children. Suitable for 3 years+.£65 from Early Learning Centre, The Shires Retail Park, Leamington Spa. Buy forChristmas and get freeFairy Friends.www.elc.co.uk

Bosch WorkbenchEvery young DIY enthusiast’s dream, this sturdy and realistic workbench has tools, a vice, nuts and bolts to inspire play building and fixing projects. A great Christmas present for the little boy in your life. Suitable for 3 years+.£55 from Early Learning Centre, The Shires Retail Park, Leamington Spa. Currently comes with free Tool Box. www.elc.co.uk

Some Christmas Gift Ideas!

Mummy Mitts SHolder KitThe SHolder Kit is a fantastic carry all solution for kids - eve-rything your little ones want close to hand on a trip out can be packed into or attached to the SHolder Kit. It is fun and comfortable to use and lighter than a backpack. It features a reflective strip for safety, a tag with contact details, a zip pocket for valuables, a shower proof poncho in pocket, easy to reach chest pockets and a strap for belongings or that favourite toy plus a detach-able bottle holder on the hip. It is available in two sizes - age 3 to 5 and age 6 to 9.£19.99 from www.toddleoff.co.uk.

Silver Fingerprint JewelleryMake Christmas extra special for your loved ones this year with Silver Fingerprint Jewellery. Capture your little one’s fingerprint(s) in silver to create a bespoke gift for your loved ones - or yourself! Pendants, bracelets, charms, cuff links, key rings, Christmas decorations and more can all be personalised. Prices from just £28 from KNR Fingerprint Jewellery. Contact

Kirstie on 01295 271051 to make an appointment or attend one of her events. Alternatively, KNR

Jewellery offer an easy-to-use ‘Silver Finger-print Impression Kit’ (priced at £39) which enables you to create your jewellery by post or give the gift of Silver Fingerprint Jewellery to someone else - exclusive to KNR Jewellery and a lovely present! 10% off voucher in the

centre pages. www.knrjewellery.co.uk.

The FLATOUT Bear Soft, cuddly and flat, the FLATOUT Bear is made of 100% pure Australian sheepskin, shaped like a teddy bear. They are just gorgeous. They’re natural, plush and luxurious - perfect for ba-bies, kids, grannies... and celebrities! Brooke Shields, Hugh Jackman, Sarah Jessica Parker, Tom Cruise and Jennifer Garner are all self-proclaimed fans!And because FLATOUT Bear is so flat, he fits perfectly under your little one’s tummy & head while she is in the land of nod. They can even be used as a pillow from one year.Buy for £34.99 plus FREE P&P from But-terflies & Dinosaurs. Get 10% off with code TAW11!www.butterfliesanddinosaurs.co.uk


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The Lights Out Black Out BlindThese black out blinds are suitable for a wide range of window sizes and are perfect for helping your little one sleep when staying away this Christmas. They can overlap the window and can be positioned outside the window recess or inside. They even allow the window to be open whilst in use! They are simple to put up using a single sucker that sticks to the middle of the window. Each pack contains two blinds (size 100cm x 120cm each), completely covering windows measuring up to 163 x 114cm between them.£29.99 from www.toddleoff.co.uk. Discount voucher in centre pages.

The Baby Jogger City Mini BuggyThe Baby Jogger City Mini 3-wheeler has a

light weight frame, stylish design, and easy manoeuvrability. But perhaps it’s best feature is Baby Jogger’s patented

Quick-Fold Technology, which lets you fold the buggie in one simple move. You have to see it to believe it! It also has multiple

storage compartments and a suspension system for a smooth ride and a useful storage basket. Please note: This pushchair is not suitable for jogging.£195 (RRP £225) from Pink & Blue Baby World on the Daventry High Street. Get 10% off with the voucher in our centre pages.www.pinkandbluebabyworld.co.uk

Unique Wooden Toys from KinderroomThis majestic wooden Ride-on Lion will make your child feel very special as they ride around. He can

be used anywhere and is guaranteed to be a treasured toy for years to come. Its in-

novative steering link is formed of extra strengthened layers of rubber, eliminat-

ing the risk of screws/bolts coming loose and this clever design also ensures that your child

will not over steer and consequently topple over. The wooden wheels are fitted with a rubber grip allowing your child to travel smoothly, efficiently and best of all quietly on all surfaces. And don’t worry if your child doesn’t like lions – there are 13 different animals to choose from!£90 from Kinderroom, 31a Warwick Street, Leamington Spa or www.kinderroom.co.uk. Get 10% off with voucher in our centre pages or code AMX11DOTRK.

The PacaPod Changing BagThe PacaPod is the ultimate baby changing bag designed for parents with a head for organisation and a heart for fashion. Using a 3 in 1 system with changer pod, feeder pod and chang-ing mat included, there is nothing else like it on the market! The pods can be removed from the bag as you need, and there are loads of handy pockets for all your bits and bobs. The PacaPod is basi-cally a baby changing bag, baby cool bag and handbag all rolled into one. Prices from £65 from Pink & Blue Baby World on High Street in Daventry, or www.pinkandbluebabyworld.co.uk

All prices shown are accurate at time of going to print, but are subject to change.

Cards, Memory Boxes & 3D CalendarsIt’s the new season for Phoenix Trading who have just launched their fabulous Christmas range. Their Christ-mas cards are great value for money and a donation is made to charity for every pack purchased. Cancer Re-search, MacMillan Cancer Care and Children’s Hospices UK are just three of the charities they support. They also have lovely gifts, gift wrap, gift boxes, innovative advent calendar cards and larger advent calendars, one of which is a 3D house! Included in the new product release are 4 memory boxes for weddings, babies, Christmas and a general ‘useful’ box. At £10 they are perfect for presents.Buy from www.phoenix-trading.eu/web/charlotte or use the ‘contact me’ button to arrange a get together with your friends and earn free products!

Christmas is also a great time to become a Phoenix Trader as you reap the benefits of their key selling season and you can enjoy a minimum discount of 30% on your own orders all for a joining fee of just £30. Full details are

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Warwick Preparatory School, Bridge Field, Banbury Road, Warwick CV34 6PLFor further information please visit www.warwickprep.com

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Saturday 8 October 2011 - 9.30am to 12noon

An Independent Day School and Nursery for boys aged 3-7 and girls aged 3-11

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St. Nicholas Park in WarwickI love to take my 7 month old daughter Sienna here. There is a lovely play area with baby swings and climbing frames for older children, a sand pit and a paddling pool. We often meet friends there for a picnic, a play and to feed the ducks.It is lovely to walk the ‘measured mile’ path around the park which makes you feel like you’ve done some exercise because you know how far you have walked! There is a cafe where you can get an ice cream or a tea and cake and there is also a payable funfair, crazy golf and boat hire.Recommended by Chantal from WarwickAlso recommended by Cathy.

Red Road Plant Centre in KinetonI would love to recommend this Pick Your Own Fruit place! We went with our 8 month-old daughter over Summer and picked Strawberries, Tayberries, Gooseberries, Red Currants, Black Currants and Raspberries. During Autumn, you can pick Apples, Corn and much more.There is no entry fee - all you pay for is the fruit you have picked. During our visit, the price for Strawberries was cheaper than other places and they allow visitors to have a taste of their fruit (though not to have a feast!) Moreover, this place is not packed with visitors - you can enjoy picking fruit at a leisurely pace without having to worry that the good fruit is running out. You could even bring your own summer chair to have a rest and let your children pick the fruit and enjoy their day!Recommended by Tika Jamaludin from LeamingtonJephson Gardens in Leamington Spa

Jephson Gardens is a beautiful, relaxing park with lots of space for impromptu picnics and the temperate house which is free to enter is always a hit with our 5 month old who loves looking at trees. It is only small but just enough to keep a baby/toddler’s attention, especially currently with its colourful paper mâché jungle animals on display amongst the greenery. The water feature also has koi carp to keep little eyes entertained for a few minutes! Attached is ‘The Restaurant in The Park’ which is very child friendly and a regular meeting place for new mums. It has great cake!Recommended by Jodi Varney & Miles (5months) from Leamington SpaAlso recommended by Sharon

Hilltop Farm at HunninghamThis is a farm shop and restaurant with a lovely play area and chickens, sheep and pigs to look at - some-times a couple of ponies too. We find it a lovely, relax-ing place to go. You just pay for your food so can be as cheap or expensive as you like. They are very child friendly and their customer service is excellent.Recommended by Val, Jacob (3) & Thomas (5 m)

And just round the corner...The canal walk between Tesco and Lidl in central Leamington Spa is particularly lovely to walk along as you have the wildlife, ducks and swans and moor hens, sheep in the fields and canal boats and if you cross over the railway bridge just before you get to Lidl, you might be lucky to see a train and receive a wave and toot!! Also on that particular stretch of canal there are some Alpacas and when they are grazing you can clearly see them from the opposite side of the canal. Enjoy!Recommended by Nikki Burton, Childminder

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Radford Rascals GroupThis mums & tots group runs in the hall next to the small church in Lewis Road, Radford Semele on Tuesdays, 10 - 11.30 during term time. It’s a drop in group for babies up to pre-school age where they can play with lots of toys and enjoy a planned activ-ity each week. It’s a nice group and it only costs a £1 to attend and this includes refreshments for the little ones and their carer.Recommended by Sharon from Radford Semele

Children’s Centres Across WarwickThere are a number of Children’s Centres in Warwick, all of which run lots of different courses, groups and support networks which are mostly free. These include music groups, baby massage, chatter matters, baby life-saving courses and general groups for parents and children to get together to talk, play or get the support they need. The staff are always very friendly and supportive and we have gained a lot from the variety of groups we’ve attended to date - they’ve provided us with an excellent basis to move on to explore wider activities now Archie is older. I feel particularly fortunate that all of this is available to us on our doorstep free of charge as I know this isn’t the case everywhere.Recommended by Cathy & Archie (4 m)

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Visit the articles page on the Toddle About website to read even more recommendations!

Little discoveries

Friday 30 September I’m a little teapot

Make your own teapot mask!

Hands-on fun for under 5son the last Friday of each month at Rugby Art Gallery & Museum

Free!

(01788) 533201 www.ragm.org.uk

Recommend and Win!

For the Reader Recommenda-tions feature in the next edition of Toddle About, please send us recommendations of your favourite bump, baby & toddler groups! They could be mums and tots groups, Sure Start ses-sions, music, dance, swimming or other classes... any kind of group that you have loved and want to recommend to our readers. And this time we have four personal-ised Letters From Santa to give as prizes to our favourite recom-mendations! (see p.6)Please email your recommendations to [email protected] by midnight on 30th November with your name and the town you live in.

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Baby Photo Competition

Sponsored by:

Dylan Davis, 18 months

Callum & Joshua Brown, 2 years

Dante Hale, 7 mths Dita-Rae Burnett, 20 mIona Morrison, 2 yrs Jack Brown, 2 years

Jaya Kalsi, 22 mthsJayden Price, 9 mths Jensen, 3 & Cherry, 12 wks Jilly Gibbon, 6 mths

Molly, 1 year

Parri Uppal, 1 years

Poppy, 8 months Riley Walden, 12 mths

Rosie McMenemy, 16m

Shaun, 2 years

Sienna Rose Ousbey, 7mVeer Uppal, 9 mths

Thalia Sahira Arif Husni,

9 mths

Yvie, 12 months

A huge thank you to everyone who entered this Toddle Mod-els competition - as you can see from the adorable entries we received, it was nearly impossible to pick a winner. Our panel of judges took a long time to agree!But agree they did - finally - and a handsome young winner they picked too! You have already Dylan Davis on the front cover in fact - the picture taken by our wonderful sponsors PixiFoto. Needless to say mum Helen is very proud!Of course, you and your family can still experience a photo shoot with PixiFoto to get some special family pictures in time for Christmas - from just £5 in fact (see opposite). Call them on 01926 888565 today to book your shoot.

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Enter the next Toddle Models Competition and Win!

The winner of the next Toddle Models competition will get to enjoy a free professional photo shoot with local photographer Bump n Born (right) and will be the front cover model for the next edition of Toddle About! PLUS, Bump n Born have offered to give our lucky winner a copyright free disc with 10 photos on so you can keep them forever!To enter the next Toddle Models competition, please email your favourite pic of your little one (along with their name and age and your phone number) to [email protected] by midnight on Friday 11th November. The winner will be once again be decided by a panel of judges and as ever, we will print as many entries as possible in our next is-sue. We look forward to seeing them!

Send us your videos too!Email us at [email protected] with a funny video of your little one (or a link to it on YouTube) and you may see it featured in our next edition as a QR code like the one opposite. Scan it to see Lily pulling funny faces!

Pregnancy & New Born Photography

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Everyone wants their child’s party to be an occasion to remember, whether it’s their birthday party, Christening, Hallow-een or Christmas celebration. Yet although it’s a special time, the run-up and organisation for the party can often be very stressful. So here are some handy hints and tips from party expert Jodie Singh to help take some of that stress away!

Jodie Singh runs Little Dragon Parties who specialise in soft play equipment for under 4s and take all the stress out of party organisation. Contact Jodie on 07841644929 or visit www.littledragonparties.co.uk.

Planning The Perfect PartyBy Jodie Singh

Firstly, decide on a budget and then try to stick to it. It is really easy to get carried away and before you know it you have spent a fortune!Research the party venues in your area. Prices can vary considerably and it is important that the venue fulfils your requirements. Alterna-tively, you could hold the party in your own home, garden or maybe a local park (providing the weather allows).Choose a theme for the party. Princesses, pi-rates, teddy bears and jungle animals are just a few examples. The theme can then be included in things like invitations, plates, cups, decora-tions, party bags etc.Decide on what food you will serve - You could make this yourself or enlist the help of others. If you are travelling to the venue try to keep it simple so that it can be easily transported. Don’t forget the candles for the cake.Choose what entertainment you will provide. Young children like to be kept busy so try to have some toys and activities for them to be involved in – alternatively you could hire some entertainment such as soft play equipment, a bouncy castle or an entertainer so you don’t need to worry about this at all. Have an outline plan of the party. Decide when the children will eat, when you’ll play games, cut the cake etc. Don’t expect to be able to stick to the plan entirely but at least you can make sure you have time for everything.

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Don’t Forget!Blu Tac – many venues will not let you use draw-ing pins or tape to put up decorations, but it is best to check first.

Black Bin Bags – one thing is certain, there will be lots of rubbish! Some venues prefer you to take your rubbish home with you.

Camera – take your own but it is also a good idea to put somebody in charge of taking photos so that they can capture the moments that you may miss.

Cd Player – just in case you want some back-ground music or fun party games and dancing!

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The Toy Debate

Modern Toys Can Introduce New ConceptsMany modern toys come with a whole new world of language to accompany them and can introduce children to new concepts. Children frequently become passionate about a certain toy or range of toys and this filters into their day to day discussions and ideas. It is always good to support our children’s passions and often during conversations about their favourite play things we can hear their take on the world and observe the learning that is taking place.Modern Toys Teach Cause and EffectMany children’s toys come with lights and sounds which can be turned on by the push of a button, or lever. Children soon learn that if they play with a toy they can make things happen: an early learning ex-perience of cause and effect. This teaches them that they can have an influence on their surroundings, which also ultimately boosts their self esteem.

Modern Toys Promote Development of Motor SkillsMany moving toys for young children encourage their owner to crawl or walk to chase after them. It is very exciting for a newly mobile baby to follow a toy across the room and we all know that it’s good for babies and children to be active. Modern toys can aid baby’s first forays into mobility by providing something to aim for and could be just the chal-lenge needed to inspire a little one to take their first few steps.Modern Toys Encourage IndependenceMany modern toys are designed to be played with solo. This means that the child is amused and can play with the toy independently, allowing Mum or Dad a bit more freedom to get on with cooking the

dinner or any of the million other jobs that need do-ing in a day. This can be really useful for today’s busy families and reduce some of the pre-dinner battles that can occur at that fraught time of the day.

Modern Toys are FunLet’s face it, modern toys often look exciting and in-teresting. As a society we love our gadgets - our mp3 players, phones and games consoles - and many people think children are no different. Things that light up and move and make funny noises appear thrilling to little children. Whether you like the ‘lights, sounds, action!’ approach or not, these toys certainly get their attention!

Modern Toys are... Modern!The world these days is a changed place, even from when we were children, and technology is develop-ing rapidly. Why should we not take advantage of these new advances? Many people believe that introducing children to technology when they are young will prepare them for the world they are growing up in and give them a good early start help-ing them make the most of opportunities in later life without being left behind by their peers.

By Laura Wingfield

The Case for Modern Toys

If you step into any toy shop today you are likely to be met with a plethora of choices to entertain your grow-ing child with. From brightly flashing, moving mobiles to snuggly lullaby playing teddies, the shelves are well stocked with products vying for your attention. Sometimes it can be hard to choose what to buy for your little ones, and with Christmas looming on the horizon it won’t be long before toy companies start bringing out ‘the next big thing’ and competing for your hard earned cash.It hasn’t always been this way. Your parents, grandparents and ancestors before them would have been amused as children by far simpler toys. You probably played with them when you were growing up too: build-ing blocks, skipping ropes, wooden train sets, spinning tops... you remember? And there are a growing number of people who believe that these more traditional toys are far better for our children than their modern counterparts.But are traditional toys really all they are cracked up to be? Is there really anything wrong with modern toys?

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Traditional Toys Stimulate the Imagination“A good toy is 10% toy and 90% child,” said Joan Almon, director of the US Alliance for Childhood and many parents agree with her. Traditional toys are simple, and simple things are often the best. They allow for open-ended play and encourage children to use their imaginations. The work is not done for them and in this way they encourage problem solving and creative play. This is a skill that will, in time, help children to become more independent and be able to entertain themselves, as well as encouraging them to be active learners and not just sit waiting for the next bit of stimulation to appear.Traditional Toys Are Flexible and SociableA lot of traditional toys can be played just as easily in a group of children, encouraging sharing and coop-eration, as they can on their own. Wooden building blocks or train sets are just as much fun to play with, either on your own or with a friend. The imaginative games created using dollies or a few wooden animals can be enjoyed in limitless ways. They are very flexible. They also encourage movement, as anyone who has seen a child building the world’s hugest tower knows!Traditional Toys are Durable and TimelessAlthough some traditional toys can appear expensive at first glance, they are actually far more durable than today’s plastic toys. They are less likely to break, don’t have batteries which will run out or motors or circuitry which can fail, and are generally expected to last a lifetime, or more. Many can actually be heirloom quality and will be handed down through the genera-tions. There is something appealing about the idea of much loved blocks or wooden figures being handed down to our children’s children. Also, due to their simple nature, there are endless play possibilities with

many traditional toys and therefore you need less and you really do get your money’s worth. Traditional Toys are SaferTraditional toys are usually made out of natural mate-rials such as wood and natural fabrics. They are far less likely to contain toxic chemicals or sharp edges which is far more common in mass produced modern toys. There are many product recalls each year over safety.

Traditional Toys are often Hand Crafted and EthicalIn a world where big business rules the roost, it is nice to support the smaller companies or the individu-als. You can buy toys made in fairtrade projects, or in small ethically run factories. It is possible to buy unique and beautiful toys that are handmade with care and in doing so support other families like yourselves. There are Mums, Dads, Grandmas and Grandpas out there who are making truly wonderful toys (and a whole range of other things) and it feels great to be giving money direct to them rather than to a big corporation. You can find lovely handmade toys at www.etsy.com, www.folksy.com, and www.misi.co.uk.

Traditional Toys are Visually AppealingMany modern toys are simply irritating! There are only so many times a parent can look at the flashy light pattern or hear the same song or noise before want-ing to accidentally ‘lose’ the batteries to certain toys. Some of them end up causing frustration and are embarrassing to take with you in public or on a busy bus. Traditional toys are quieter and more pleasing to look at. Many are beautiful and you can be sure they won’t cause irritation. A growing number of people believe being surrounded by beautiful things is the best way to nurture children.

The Case for Traditional Toys

Laura Wingfield is a mother of two and is passionate about natural parenting, good food and all things creative.

This article presents a fairly black and white argument for and against modern and traditional toys. But in reality there are many shades of grey. There is space in any home for both traditional wooden blocks and modern lego, for traditional wooden farm animals and modern playmobil. There is no need to choose between the two. However, it is good to be aware that you can buy all the traditional toys that you might want for your child. There are many independent toy shops and a whole range of choices exist online, with toys that may tickle your imagination as much as your child’s. So why not explore some different toy shops before choosing what to buy this holiday season? Happy shopping!

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Tasty Treats For The Tree!Christmas is a great time for cooking, so why not get the kids involved. Anna Oliver from Crafty Cooks has given us the recipe for these tasty Stained Glass Biscuits. Not only are they delicious but they will also look lovely hanging from the tree.

Ingredients50g/2oz sugar75g/3oz butter100g/4oz Plain flour2tsp orange juiceBoiled sweets

1. Cut the butter into chunks and add to the flour in your mixing bowl.

2. Using your fingers ‘squidge’ together the ingredients and stir in the sugar.

3. Add the orange juice and using your hands mix it up until you have a nice ball of dough. If it’s too dry just add a bit more juice, too wet and ad a bit of extra flour.

4. Roll out the dough until it is about 1cm thick and cut out large shapes.

5. From the large shapes cut out a smaller hole in the centre, a bottle lid is good for this, place on a baking tray (it is best to use greased proof paper or Teflon for these) and place a boiled sweet inside the hole. The hole must be slightly bigger than the sweet as it will spread when cooked to fill the area

6. If you’d like to hang them from the tree add a hole at the top to attach the ribbon.

7. Cook at 190oC / 375oF for 12 – 15 minutes. Leave to cool completely before moving to allow the sweets to reset.

RoutineEven if the environment is differ-ent, try to keep as much of your usual ‘at home’ routine as pos-sible. Try to put your child to bed at the same time as home, don’t be tempted to keep them up, as an overtired baby will struggle to settle.

Bath time Bath time can be a great way of re-laxing little ones and giving them the hint that it is time to sleep.

Travel baby baths can be a lot of fun and can be used in a shower. When camping I’ve even warmed water in a kettle and given my little boy a bath in the middle

of the field with our Flexibath!

Familiar sounds Even if the surroundings are differ-ent, a sound that plays at bedtime

at home can work wonders to soothe and relax an unsettled baby. I have used a sleep sheep since my little boy was tiny. It is a cuddly toy that plays a heartbeat and other relaxing sounds. These days I just take out the bit that plays the noise and leave the rest at home when we want to travel light. Lullaby music or white noise on your smart phone or on a baby monitor can also work well.

Familiar smells

Successful Sleeping AwayIf you’re staying away from home this Christmas (or any time of the year for that matter), you’re going to want your little darlings to settle to sleep with the minimum of fuss to give you a few hours of peace and quiet at the end of the day. Who knows, Santa may even need the extra wrapping time! Achieving a routine that works at home can be hard enough, without everything being disrupted by new surroundings, not to mention having the most exciting day of the year just round the corner. Years of staying away with little ones in campsites and hotel rooms has given Amy Jenkins some valuable experience in this arena, and moved her to set up Toddle Off, an online store dedicated to supplying all the amazing gadgets and doodahs that she’s discovered along the way that making staying away with children a doddle. So we asked her to put together a few tips and recommendations to help you enjoy your time away from home this Christmas, and hopefully give you the chance to put your feet up and relax.

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Christmas TimesA Poem

I remember that first Christmas morn, A few short weeks after you were born. Tiny small, like a delicate toy, My perfect, wondrous, bundle of joy.

The next Christmas you began to talk,And soon after you started to walk. Smiling and laughing and having fun,Quiet nights and days they were all done.

By the Christmas when you had turned three,It was all about gifts: Santa was key.We had made cake and puddings and pies,Snow fell, and you watched with wondrous eyes.

Then you were four, and then you were five,And the magic of Christmas came alive.You loved the smells, the sounds, the lights,Even those dark cold wint’ry nights.

This Christmas is another year on,I’m hoping the allure is not yet gone.But as your excitement builds for the day,I grin: I know: the magic’s here to stay.

This Christmas always remember the magical times with a truly unique gift from Handprintz: their tiny hand or foot print miniaturised and stamped into a piece of beautiful silver jewellery that you can wear and treasure forever. For more details go to www.handprintz.co.uk or call 01582 833903.

Taking your own bedding or sleeping bag can help to make the travel cot smell more like home.

Favourite toys and books A bedtime story is another really good cue that it is time for sleep. Also, when you leave the room and say good night, it is nice to leave your little ones with a favourite toy.

Black out blindsDarkness is a pretty good signal to little ones that it is time to sleep! There are lots of black out blinds out there and we’ve tried a few. We fa-vour the Lights Out Black Out Blind. It is compact when packed away and covers a variety of different window shapes and sizes. It attaches with just one sucker so it is really quick to put up. We also like the Magic Blackout Blinds because they are so compact. If you can’t black out the entire room, there are clever designs out there for just your travel cot.

Travel sleeping bags If you go out for the evening with your baby the last thing you want to do once you have settled them to sleep

is wake them back up again! Getting a sleeping baby from a travel cot into a car seat and

then into their cot at home can seem like a military operation! We’ve discovered the Slumbersac which has pockets that let you pass the

straps through the sleeping bag, making the whole experience a lot easier.

Travel cot Choosing the right travel cot can really help make bed time less stressful for mum and dad. You need to have a really good think about which style is best for you – the traditional rectangular style or a tent style. Which-ever you choose, it needs to be easy to put up.

Bed guards If your little one is old enough to sleep in a single bed it can really reduce the amount you have to pack. There are different types of travel bed guards, from a traditional metal frame to foam bumpers and inflatable tubes. All of which help to keep your little one secure in bed while they sleep.

Daytime naps Even though it sounds coun-terintuitive, a good daytime nap can help your little ones to sleep at night by prevent-ing them from getting overtired. Just make sure that the nap isn’t too late in the afternoon otherwise they won’t be ready to sleep at bedtime. When you are out and about there can be lots of distractions to prevent ba-bies from nodding off. We have found that pushchair black outs are brilliant for reducing these and also offer sun protection.

Finally, things are different away from home and that’s half the fun! Sometimes no matter what we do, it just doesn’t work for us so I give up and let the little monkey stay up for a bit longer!

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It started over a cup of coffee, as good things often do..A couple of years ago, a few of us women - all working around the Leamington Spa area of Warwickshire in the field of complementary health and with a special focus on pregnancy, birth and babies - started to talk to each other about working together. Our fields of work cover specialisms such as homeopathy, massage, acupuncture, yoga, oste-opathy, hypnotherapy, independent midwifery, NLP, counselling, reflexology... just to mention a few! We realised that between us we had a lot of expertise and that if we came together we could really help to improve things for pregnant and new mums.So that’s what we did! We created the Warwickshire Pregnancy and Birth Network with our strapline Love your body, your birth, your baby which reflects the way we would like women to feel both during and after pregnancy.The network extends the choices available to pregnant women and new mothers by signposting them to a whole range of therapies and services which can really make a difference, as a comple-

ment to those already offered by public health profession-als. The area covered by the network is now expanding into all corners of Warwick-shire, as well as Coventry.So what are the benefits of this Network?• Pregnant and new mums

can now easily find out about therapists and sup-port services on offer to them locally and gain all the benefits they offer.

• The midwives and other health professionals know what other forms of support are on offer so can refer women to the Network

• As Network members, we can more effectively promote what we do and have a unique opportu-nity to learn from other professions who all share a focus on the wellbeing of mums and babies.

You can see all the services on offer from the Net-work at www.pregnancyandbirthnetwork.co.uk.

Pregnancy PagesDiscover The Warwickshire Pregnancy & Birth Network

Rugby NCT Nearly New SalesSnap up maternity wear, nursery equipment, cots & toddler beds, pushchairs, clothes, toys & games!Nearly New Sale, 9th October, 11.30 - 1 pm. Benn Hall on Newbold Rd, Rugby. Admission £1.Nearly New Toy Sale & Autumn Fayre20th November, 13.30 - 15.00 Dunchurch Village Hall, Rugby. Admission £1.Enquiries: 0844 2436253. Chip & PIN payment available. Early entry for NCT members with cards.

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Aqua Tums ClassesAqua Yoga is a wonderful new way to relax, stretch, tone and get ready for birth. Water is an environment familiar from before birth, as babies grow in amniotic fluid and it is of course the source of life. It provides a calming environment and an ideal medium for yoga, allowing stretching in tune with your body. A typical class lasts 45 minutes and in that time you will experi-ence a series of harmonizing exercises and sequences of safe yoga postures for your stage of pregnancy. You can start at any stage and continue right up until your due date and even beyond! These exercises are also safe for postnatal mums and baby is welcome to come and sit in a car seat on the side with our pool side assistant.If you can swim we will show you our yoga adapted stroke, to increase your enjoyment and benefits of your exercise, but don’t worry if you can’t as we have many other exercise practices for you. At the end of each class you will experience a true sense of relaxation through our yoga floating practices, which create access to an anxiety-free state of harmony with the surrounding world.Jo is fully qualified and insured as a Diploma holder in Aqua Yoga and set up Aqua Tums after feeling the benefits of pregnancy yoga on dry land and enjoying the aqua fitness sessions at her local pool. It is an exciting venture as no one in the area combines the two together in this unique way.New classes are due to start in October at Chesford Grange, Kenilworth on Thursday lunchtimes at 12-12.45pm. Limited spaces are available, so early booking is advisable. For more information call Jo on 07968 015292 or visit www.littlesplashers.co.uk.

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When I was pregnant with Lottie, now 4, I had no real idea what support, services or activities were available locally – not to mention which products would really make a

difference. And as she grew, every new milestone brought new questions for me – the learning curve never seemed to flatten out! Of course, with hind-sight it was all much more obvious and I decided to start our Baby Shows to help other mums before the benefits of hindsight kicked in.From the start, we wanted our Baby Shows to be different and fun for both exhibitors and visitors. First and foremost we wanted them to have a local focus - a chance for local businesses to connect with local people and for parents to find out about all the great new products, help and advice avail-able to them in their area.All our events are easy to attend, with plenty of parking, places to sit down, lots of nappy changing

facilities, private areas to feed, high chairs and of course lots to keep the little ones happy. As well as shopping opportunities – a lot of which will be at special show prices - we have lined up some great activities and workshops for the Ricoh Arena. The line-up includes Gary Good’s Marvellous Magic Show, First Aid from the British Red Cross, baby massage demonstrations, bra fittings from Butterfly Bras, children’s music classes, face painting and bouncy castle fun, to name a just a few!Tickets are just £5 on the door for a single ticket or £8 for a family (admitting 2 adults), or £3.50 and £6 when booked in advance on 0845 519 2765 or online at from www.warwickshirebabyshow.co.uk. Toddle About readers can also get an extra 10% off with code TODDLE! The first 350 tickets purchased will receive a goody bag full of special offers, sam-ples and a lovely gift from Jo Jo Maman Bebe, so the key is to definitely to book your ticket early!Keep an eye on the Toddle About Facebook page for your chance to win some free tickets.

The Warwickshire Baby & Toddler Show Sunday 20th November 2011 at The Ricoh Arena, Coventry

Here at Toddle About we are proud to be sponsoring The Warwickshire Baby & Toddler Show that is coming to the Ricoh Arena in Coventry this November. Just in time for some Christmas Shopping! We asked organiser Annabel what makes her Baby & Toddler Shows different.

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MondayBrownsoverKangas ‘n’ Roos Toddlers GroupBrownsover School, Webb Drive, CV23 0UP9:00 - 11:00; £1 p/adult; 01788 547660

Parents Stay & Play Session9:30 - 11:00; Boughton Leigh Children’s Centre, Wetherell Way, CV21 1LT01788 570347; 50p donation

Church LawfordTumble TotsVillage Hall, School St, CV23 9EE. 9:30: Gymbabes; 10:30: toddlers; 11:30: 2-3 yrs; 12:45: 3yrs - schoolNaomi: 07779 785 166; £4.80 each/£24 TermStructured Play for Babies 6 mths - school age

DunchurchNoah’s Ark Parent & Toddler Group9:15 - 10:45 & 11:00 - 12:30; Dunchurch Baptist Church, Coventry Rd, CV22 6RF; Katie: 01788 842736EasenhallLittle Splashers ClassesTown Thorns hydro pool, CV23 0JE9:00 - 11:00; For 2mths - 4 yrsCall Jo on 07968 015292Fun & exciting lessons that teach them to swim

HillmortonBuggy WalkHillmorton Children’s Centre, Watts Lane, CV21 4PE; 9:15 - 11:00 (all weather!); 01788 540588/07826 534648

Long LawfordStay & PlayLong Lawford Children’s Centre, Holbrook Rd; 9:15 - 11:00; 50p donation: 01788 568554Health Visitor 9-mth check by invitation only

NewboldStay & Play9:15 - 11:00; Newbold Riverside Children’s Centre, Newbold Rd, CV21 1EH; 01788 568554; 50p donationEspecially for older children

Rugby (central)Rugby Baptist Church Toddler GroupRugby Baptist Church, Regent Place, CV21 2JP10:00 - 11:30; Louise: 07891 069786Term time only, for 0-5s; £1 per family.

Bumps & Babes Group13:30 - 15:00: St Andrews Benn School, Chester St, CV21 3NX; 01788 579488For expectant parents and new babies <1 yr

Ken Marriott WaterbabiesKen Marriott Leisure Centre, CV22 5LJMorning & Afternoon Sessions; 4 mths - 5 yrs01788 535851Fun, innovative & effective swimming classes.

Tree House Soft Play9:00 - 19:00; Ken Marriott Leisure Centre, Bruce Williams Way, CV22 5LJ01788 535851: call first to check openSoft play: ball pits, slides, tunnels & zip lines.

Rugby Story StompRugby Library, Little Elborow St, CV21 3BZ11:00 - 11:30; 01788 533 25030-min story time sessions for 2 - 4 yr-olds

Stay & PlayClaremont Children’s Centre, CV21 3LU9:30 - 11:30 & 13:30 - 15:30 (pm with soft play); 01788 579488; For 2-5 yrsPlay indoors & outdoors, soft play and singing

RokebyOutreach Stay & PlayClaremont Children’s Centre Outreach, Rokeby Primary School, Anderson Ave, CV22 5PE9:30 - 11:30 (term time only); 01788 579488For parents and children birth - 5 years.

Willenhall, CoventryLittle Splashers Swimming Classes12:10 - 13:40; Baginton Fields School, Sedgemoor Rd, CV3 4EACall Jo on 07968 015292; For 2mths - 4 yrsFun & exciting lessons that teach them to swim

Twins or More @ Rugby Methodist Church10:00 - 11:30; Russelheim Way, CV22 7TB Carolyn: 077733 74883 or Carol: 07801 819525

TuesdayBiltonBilton Evangelical Toddler GroupBilton Evangelical Church, Main St, CV22 7NQ10:00-11:30; Term time; Karen: 01788 817326Venue changing soon, so please call to check

BraunstonBraunston Toddler GroupBraunston Village Hall; 13:30 - 15:00; £1.50; Term time; Andy: 01788 891456; First visit free. Crafts, songs, toys. Health Visitor 2nd Tues.BrownsoverBuggy Walks: Meet at 9:00Childminder’s Stay & Play: 9:15 - 11:15Health Visitor Clinic: 13:00 - 14:30Bumps and Babies: 13:00 - 14:30Boughton Leigh Children’s Centre, Wetherell Way, CV21 1LT: 01788 570347; 50p donation

DunchurchLittle KickersDunchurch Village Hall, Rugby Rd, CV22 6PN14:00 - 14:45: “Junior Kickers”, 2 - 3.5 years; Lynne: 01327 31037345-minute football sessions

EasenhallLittle Splashers Swimming SessionsTown Thorns hydro pool, Easenhall, CV23 0JE; 9:00 - 11:00; For 2mths - 4 yrs; Call Jo on 07968 015292Fun & exciting lessons that teach them to swim

Harborough MagnaEarly Birds Nursery Toddler GroupThe Old School, Main Street, CV23 0HS; 10:30 - 12:00; 0-3s; £1 entryDiane: 01788 833559Parents meet up and children play safely.

HillmortonGems ToddlersHillmorton Community Centre9:00 - 11:00: 01788 573383Free toy library between 9:30 and 10:30.

Sunbeams Toddler GroupRogers Hall, Deerings Road, Rugby9:30 - 11:15 (term time only)Tracey: 01788 811341 / Emma: 01788 332960

Toddle Time: 9:15 - 11:00Cradle Club: 13:30 - 15:00

Hillmorton Children’s Centre, Watts Lane, CV21 4PE; 01788 540588 or 07826 534648

Long LawfordStay & Play13:30 - 15:00; Long Lawford Children’s Centre, Holbrook Road; 01788 568554; 50pActivities especially for older children

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r Lawford LadybirdsLong Lawford Methodist Church, School Street, CV23 9AT. Mel: 07954 6671999:30 - 11:30; 50p; 0 - 4s; Term time only.A warm, safe and happy place for all.

New BiltonNew Bilton Baby ClubRugby Christian Life Centre, Lawford Rd14:00 - 15:00; 01788 547368

Rugby (central)Stay & Play: 9:30 - 11:30Outdoors & Soft Play: 13:30 - 15:30Claremont Children’s Centre, Claremont Rd, CV21 3LU; 01788 579488; A group for parents and children birth - 5 years

Young Parents Stay & Play with H/VHill Street Youth Centre, Hill Street, CV21 2NB10:00 - 11:30: 01788 579488; For under 25 yrs - with Health Visitor

Rainbow Tots9:15 - 11:30 (term time); Rugby Christian Fellowship, 46/48 Cambridge St, CV21 3NQStephanie: 01788 544608; 50p per child

Childminder’s NetworkSt Andrews Benn School, Chester St, CV219:30 - 11:30 (term time only): 01788 579488; A group for childminders only

Sunbeams Parent & Toddler GroupSalvation Army, Bennfield Road, CV21 2AS9:30 - 11:30; Term time; 0-3s; £1 + 50p p/cMajor Margaret Bailey: 01788 535436Friendly group with play, crafts and songs.

Tree House Soft Play9:00 - 19:00; Ken Marriott Leisure Centre, Bruce Williams Way, CV22 5LJ01788 535851: Call first to check openSoft play: ball pits, slides, tunnels & zip lines.

Ken Marriott WaterbabiesKen Marriott Leisure Centre, Bruce Williams Way, CV22 5LJ; For 4 mths to pre-school age.am & pm sessions; 01788 535851Fun, innovative & effective swimming classes

Homebirth Group (NCT)1st Tues of alternate months, 28 Regent Place0844 243 6253 - Next on 4th Oct.Chat about homebirth with midwives, doulas

WolstonTiddlywinks Parent & Toddler GroupWolston Village Hall; 9:15 - 11:15; £1 + 50p per sibling; Play followed by singing session at the end. Only closes two weeks at Xmas.

WednesdayBiltonBilton Evangelical Toddler GroupBilton Evangelical Church, Main St, CV22 7NQ10:00-11:30; Term time; Karen: 01788 817326Venue changing soon, so please call to check

BrownsoverTwins Plus GroupBoughton Leigh Children’s Centre, CV21 1LT11:00-12:00: 01788 570347; 50p

Teddybears Tots groupChrist Church, Hellvelyn Way, CV21 1JF9:00 - 11:00; Term time only

Clifton-upon-DunsmoreVarious activitiesClifton Primary School, Station Rd, CV23 0BTEvery 3rd Wednesday; 50p donation 01788 568554: Plse call to see what’s onStory sacks, Baby Massage; Baby Signing, etc.

DunchurchNCT CoffeeDunchurch Village Hall; £2 donation10:00 - 12:00 (Every 1st Wed);Bump - any age0844 243 6253 - Non members welcome

HillmortonHealth Visitor Clinic: 9:30 - 11:30Stay and Play: 13:30 - 15:00Hillmorton Children’s Centre, Watts Lane, CV21 4PE: 01788 540588 or 07826 534648; Drop in for a play session.

St George’s Magic Dragon GroupSt Georges Church, St Johns Ave, CV22 5HR13:30 - 15:00; 0-4s; £1.50; Term time only.Carol: 01788 544630Crafts, singing, toys, big hall, refreshments.

HinckleyLittle Splashers Swimming Classes10:00 - 12:00; Westfield Junior School, Rosemary Way, LE10 0LNCall Jo on 07968 015292; For 2mths - 4 yrsFun & exciting lessons that teach them to swim

NewboldStay & Play, Childminders: 9:15 - 11:15Stay & Play, babies (+ H/V): 12:45 - 14:15Newbold Riverside Children’s Centre Newbold Rd, CV21 1EH; 01788 568554; 50p donation

Rugby (central)Mum, Baby & Toddler Yoga Classes11:30 - 12:30 (3 mths - crawling)Johannah: 07968 234283; £5Baby Yoga classes for birth to crawling.

Rugby Rhyme TimeRugby Library and Information Centre, Little Elborow Street, CV21 3BZ11:00 - 11:30; 01788 533 250; For 0-2sFree music & singing sessions for all. Drop in!

Stay & PlayClaremont Children’s Centre, Claremont Rd, CV21 3LU; 9:30 - 11:30: 01788 579488 For parents and children birth - 5 years

Outreach Stay & PlaySt Andrews Benn School, Chester St, CV21 3NX9:00 - 11:00 (term time only)01788 579488; Drop in for 0 - 5 yearsPlay indoors and outdoors with activities.

St Maries Little AngelsSt Maries Catholic Church, Dunchurch Road9:15 - 11:30; bumps - 5s; £1 donationAngie: 01788 333271Lovely group - crafts, singing and lots more.

Tree House Soft PlayKen Marriott Leisure Centre, CV22 5LJ9:00-19:00; 01788 535851: Call to check openSoft play: ball pits, slides, tunnels & zip lines.

Ken Marriott WaterbabiesKen Marriott Leisure Centre, CV22 5LJMorning & Afternoon Sessions01788 535851; For 4 mths to pre-school age.Fun, innovative & effective swimming classes

WolstonWolston Rhyme TimeWolston Library, Warwick Rd, CV8 3GX14:00 - 14:30. alternate weeks; Free02476 542 513Free music sessions for 0-2s. Drop in!

ThursdayBrandon, CoventryWater Babies Swimming ClassesBrandon Hall Hotel, Main Street, CV8 3FW

9:30 - 12:00; Tamsin: 01295 709221Fun, action packed, progressive classes

BrinklowBaby TalkBrinklow UR Church, Broad St, CV23 0LN10:00 - 11:30, £1/£2 donation; Open all year. Sarah: 07930 431610 / Jo: 07984405691Toys & occasional crafts. Bumps - 5s welcome.

BrownsoverKangas ‘n’ Roos Toddlers GroupBrownsover School, Webb Dr, CV23 0UP9:00 - 11:00; 50p; 01788 547660

Parents Stay & Play: 13:30 - 15:00Speech & Language Drop In: MorningBoughton Leigh Children’s Centre, Wetherell Way, CV21 1LT; 01788 570347; 50p donation

DunchurchNoah’s Ark Parent and Toddler Group9:45 - 11:30; Dunchurch Baptist Church, Coventry Rd, CV22 6RF; Katie: 01788 842736

Dunchurch Rhyme TimeDunchurch Library, The Green, CV22 6PA4th Thursday of the month at 2:15pm; Free01788 811 355Free music & singing sessions for 0-2s. Drop in!

Bumps n Babes10:30 (on 3rd Thurs): Dunchurch Village Hall0844 243 6253; £2 donation; RefreshmentsFor expectant & new parents

HillmortonRugby URC Baby & Toddler Group13:30 - 15:00; Rugby United Reformed Church, 40 Hillmorton Road, CV22 5ADPam: 07732 916412; £1 per familyTerm time only. Crafts, toys, singing & signing.

Abbey Tots GroupAbbotts Farm Infants School9:00 - 11:00 (term time only); 01788 543093Stay and Play: 9:15 - 11:00Young Parents Group: 13:00 - 14:30Hillmorton Children’s Centre, Watts Lane, CV21 4PE; 01788 540588 or 07826 534648Stay & Play for parents and grandparents only

Long LawfordWalk & TalkLong Lawford Children’s Centre, Holbrook Road, CV23 9A9:15 - 11:00; 50p donation: 01788 568554Refreshments in the hut after the walk

New Bilton Little Gems Toddler Group13:15 - 14:45; Rugby Christian Life Centre, Lawford Road, CV21 2JE.0-5s; 50p each. Debbie: 01788 552227.Crafts, messy play, singing & story time.

NewboldLittle Stars Toddler GroupMethodist Church, Main St, CV21 1HH 9.30 am - 11.30am (Term Time); For 0-4s Mel Chambers: 07954 667199Toys, arts & craft. Have a cuppa and a chat.

Stay & PlayNewbold Riverside Children’s Centre, Newbold Road, CV21 1EH12:45 - 14:15; 01788 568554; 50p donationEspecially for older children

Rugby (central)Mum, Baby & Toddler Yoga Classes10:00 - 11:00 (walking to school age)Johannah, Natural Holistics: 07968 234283; £5Fun baby and toddler yoga class

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Rugby AreaRugby Methodist Church Centre, Russelheim Way, CV22 7TB9.30 - 11.15; Miriam: 07801 802718; 50p

Breast Feeding Group: 12:00 – 14:00Health Visitor & Weighing: 13:30 - 15:00Treasure Baskets for <1s: 13:30 - 15:30Claremont Children’s Centre, Claremont Rd, CV21 3LU; 01788 579488


Ken Marriott WaterbabiesKen Marriott Leisure Centre, CV22 5LJMorning & Afternoon Sessions01788 535851; For 4 mths to pre-school age.Fun, innovative & effective swimming classes.

Little Splashers Swimming ClassesLA Fitness, Webb Ellis Rd, Rugby, CV22 7AU10:00 - 11:30; For 2mths - 4 yrs0-4s; Call Jo on 07968 015292Fun & exciting lessons that teach them to swim

FridayBrownsoverToddle and Talk: 9:30 - 11:00Milk Mates: 12:00 - 14:00Boughton Leigh Children’s Centre, Wetherell Way, CV21 1LT; 01788 570347

HillmortonStay and PlayHillmorton Children’s Centre, Watts Lane, CV21 4PE; 9:15 - 11:00: 01788 540588 / 07826 534648; Drop in; Childminders welcome.

Little AcornsHillmorton Paddox Methodist Church, Dunsmore Ave, CV22 5HD

10:00 - 11:30; Miriam: 07801 802718; 50p

Long LawfordStay & Play Non-WalkersLong Lawford Children’s Centre, Holbrook Road, CV23 9A13:30 - 15:00; 50p donation; 01788 568554With Health Visitor. For non-walking babies

New BiltonGardening at the AllotmentRun by Newbold Riverside Children’s Centre at Gladstone Street. Please call for details.01788 568554; 50p donation

RokebyOutreach Stay & PlayRokeby School, Anderson Ave, CV22 5PE9:30 - 11:30 (term time only); 01788 579488; Drop in for 0 - 5 years. Indoors and outdoors.

Rugby (central)Crafty Fun and Story TimeKen Marriott Leisure Centre, CV22 5LJ10:00 - 11:00 (drop in): 01788 535851; £2.70New mums and tots group in soft play centre.

Little DiscoveriesRugby Art Gallery & Museum, Little Elborow Street, CV21 3BZ; 01788 533201; Free13:30 - 14:30 (Last Friday of Month)Crafts and music activities every week

Stay & PlayClaremont Children’s Centre, Claremont Rd, Rugby, CV21 3LU; 9:30 - 11:30: 01788 579488A group for parents and children birth - 5 years

Munch Club (for weaning)Claremont Children’s Centre Outreach, Hill Street Youth Centre (off Newbold Rd), CV21 2NB; 12:00 - 13:00: 01788 579488

Stay & Play OutdoorsAt the Allotment on Gladstone Rd, Rugby9:30 - 11:30; 01788 547368

Little Acorns Baby & Toddler Group

10:00 - 11:30; Paddox Methodist Church, Dunsmore Ave, CV22 6HDAnna: 07758 511442; £1.00 (Term time only)Crafts, toys, cooking, chat and more...

Rugby Rhyme TimeRugby Library, Little Elborow Street, CV21 3BZ11:00 - 11:30; 01788 533 250; For 0-2sFree music & singing sessions for all. Drop in!

Tree House Soft Play9:00 - 19:00; Ken Marriott Leisure Centre, Bruce Williams Way, CV22 5LJ01788 535851: Call first to check open.Soft play: ball pits, slides, tunnels & zip lines.

Ken Marriott WaterbabiesKen Marriott Leisure Centre, Bruce Williams Way, CV22 5LJ. 01788 535851Morning & Afternoon Sessions; 4 mths- 5yrs.Fun, innovative & effective swimming classes

Walsgrave TriangleLittle Splashers Swimming Classes10:30 - 14:30; Hilton Hotel, Coventry, CV2 2STCall Jo on 07968 015292; For 2mths - 4 yrsFun & exciting lessons that teach them to swim

WolstonWolston Story StompWolston Library, Warwick Road, CV8 3GX9:30 - 10:00 (2nd & 4th weeks)02476 542 513; Free30-min story time sessions for 2 - 4 yr-olds

SaturdayEasenhallLittle Splashers Swimming ClassesTown Thorns hydro pool, Easenhall, CV23 0JE9:00 - 11:00; For 2mths - 4 yrsCall Jo on 07968 015292Fun & exciting lessons that teach them to swim

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Rugby (central)Dad & Children’s Fun SessionClaremont Children’s Centre, Claremont Rd, CV21 3LU; 10:00 - 11:30: 01788 579488For dads/male carers and their children


Ken Marriott WaterbabiesKen Marriott Leisure Centre, Bruce Williams Way, Rugby, CV22 5LJMorning & Afternoon Sessions; 4 mths - 5 yrs01788 535851Fun, innovative and effective swimming classes.

Little Splashers Swimming ClassesLA Fitness, Webb Ellis Rd, Rugby, CV22 7AU12:00 - 14:00; For 2mths - 4 yrs0-4s; Call Jo on 07968 015292Fun & exciting lessons that teach them to swim

SundayEasenhallLittle Splashers Swimming ClassesTown Thorns hydro pool, CV23 0JE9:00 - 11:00; For 2mths - 4 yrsCall Jo on 07968 015292Fun & exciting lessons that teach them to swim

HillmortonRugby URC Baby & Toddler Group10:00 - 12:00; Rugby United Reformed Church, 40 Hillmorton Road, CV22 5ADPam: 07732 916412; £1 per familyTerm time only. Crafts, toys, singing & signing.

Rugby (central)Tree House Soft Play9:00 - 14:00; Ken Marriott Leisure Centre, Bruce Williams Way, CV22 5LJ01788 535851: Call 1st to check openSoft play: ball pits, slides, tunnels & zip lines.

Ken Marriott WaterbabiesKen Marriott Leisure Centre, Bruce Williams Way, Rugby, CV22 5LJMorning & Afternoon Sessions01788 535851; For 4 mths - preschoolFun, innovative & effective swimming classes

MondayAlvestonSing & SignThe Malt House, The Rookery, CV37 7QP9:45 (14/15m+) & 11:00 (6m - 14/15m)01789 415591; £55 for 10-week termOne hour baby signing class running from May

HarburyHarbury Toddler GroupThe Wight School, High Street, CV33 9HW9:30 - 11:15, open all year (not bank hols)0-5s; 50p per person; Jenny: 07826 516300Toys, crafts, in & outdoor play and singing.

KinetonKineton Parent & Toddler GroupKineton Village Hall , Mill Lane, CV35 0LA9:30 - 11:00 (term time only); 50p per personAli Laland-Villemin: 01926 641913

Lighthorne HeathLighthorne Heath Children’s CentreStay and Play Session in our Crèche area.Baby weighing and advice from Health VisitorStratford Road, Lighthorne Heath, CV33 9TWDrop in groups; 01926 691105

SnitterfieldSnitterfield Rag Tag Toddler GroupSnitterfield Village Hall, Bearley Rd, CV37 0JH10:00 - 11:45; £1.50 plus 50p per childHilary: 01789 731246; For 0 - 4s.Run by parents for parents & their little ones.

SouthamActing, Performance & Singing Classes

The Grange Hall, Coventry Rd, CV47 1QA16.00 (3-5yrs); 16.45 (6-8yrs); 17.45 (9-12yrs).Lorraine: 07711 010404Ballet classes for 3 - 6 yrs

Dandy DevelopmentClown in’ Around, 4a Cobalt centre, Kineton Rd.; Session starts 11:00Nikki: 07890 241301; £3.00 for over 1sClass inc. in normal entry. Limited places.Talk, Share and Play; Grow in Every Way!

Baby Time & Toddle On13:15 - 14:45; Southam Children’s Centre, St James Road, CV47 0LY; 01926 814593

Clown In Around Toddler GroupUnit 4A, Colbalt Centre, Kineton Rd, CV47 0FD10:00 - 11:30; £3.00; Anita: 01926 810495Includes tea/coffee for parents squash and biscuits for the children. Term time only

Southam Tots Swimming LessonsSoutham Leisure Centre, Welsh Road West, CV47 0JW; 01926 81778811:30: 5 - 18 mths, 11:30: 3 yrs+Swimming lessons for 5 mths - 5 years

Stratford-upon-AvonTumble TotsShottery Memorial Hall, CV37 9BL10:30: walking – 2yrs; 11:30: 2 – 3yrs; 13:15: 3 yrs - schoolGeorgina: 01926 337800; £5.50 per sessionStructured Play for 6 months up to school age

Baby Calm™ Courses13:00 - 14:45; Lifeways Centre, 30 Albany Rd, CV37 6PG. Call to book: Clair: 07742 3179594 week Early Postnatal course (inc. baby massage intro) for new mothers.

Early Pregnancy Antenatal ClassesRother House Medical Centre, Alcester Rd, CV37 6PP. www.birthandbabyreality.co.uk18:00 - 20:00, monthly; Helen: 01926 731621 - plse bookFree antenatal class.

Monkey MusicStratford Leisure Centre, Bridgefoot, CV37 6YY10.00 – 12:00 (split by age groups)Claire: 01789 415526; Complimentary trial classes available

Baby Sensory ClassBishopton Community Centre, Drayton Avenue, CV37 9PB10:00 - 11:00; Gemma: 07989 502712 .Free trial sessionsAward-winning Baby Development class.

TuesdayBanburyRugrats Twins and Multiples Group10:30 - 13:00; Rugrats and Halfpints, Beaumont Road, OX16 1QY; For 0 - 5s; £4.00 per familySimone: 07921 460086Runs fortnightly - in holidays too.

Bishops ItchingtonBump Info Evening19:30 - 21:30; The Greaves Club, Fisher Road Monthly; Call Bronwyn for info: 07817 456 379

Lighthorne HeathBaby Play (6-18 mths): 9:30-11:00Bumps to Babies (bump – 6 m): 9:30 - 11:00Lighthorne Heath Childrens’ Centre, Stratford

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Road, CV33 9TW; 01926 69110550p per family. Fun Stay and Play Session.

Breastfeeding Support GroupLighthorne Heath Village Hall9:30 - 11:00; 01926 691105

RatleyRatley Toddler Group14:00 - 1:00; Ratley Village Hall; 01926 691105

ShotterySing & SignOur Lady of Peace, Church Lne, CV37 9HQ9:45 & 11:00 (6m - 14/15m)01789 415591; £55 for 10-week termOne hour baby signing class running from May

SouthamLove Ballet Dance CompanyThe Grange Hall, Coventry Road, CV47 1QA16:00: 3-4 yrs; 16:30: 5-6 yrsLorraine: 07711 010404Ballet classes for 3 - 6 yrs

Coffee & ChatClown In Around10:00 - 11:30 monthly (5th april, 3rd May. Call for further dates - Bronwyn: 07817 456 379Soft play, coffee and chat

Clown In Around Toddler GroupClown In Around, Kineton Road, CV47 0FD13:30 - 15:00; £3.00; Anita: 01926 810495Includes refreshments. Term time only

Southam Tots Swimming LessonsSoutham Leisure Centre, Welsh Road West, CV47 0JW; 01926 81778810:00: 5 - 18m; 10:00 & 10:30: 3 yrs+; 10:30: 19 - 36m

Southam Rhyme TimeSoutham Library, High Street, CV47 0HB11:00 - 11:30, twice monthly; 01926 812 523Free music & singing sessions for 0-2s. Drop in!

Childminders Pop In and PlaySoutham Children’s Centre, St James Road, CV47 0LY; 13:30 - 15:00: 01926 814593

StocktonPlay TimeEarly Years Hub, Church Street, CV47 8JG9:30 - 11:00; 01926 814953A smaller, quieter stay and play session

Stratford-upon-AvonGo 4 GoalsWelcombe Hills School, Blue Cap Rd, CV37 6TQ17:30 - 18:30 (4 to 11yrs); Term time only.Jason: 07747 562469Football coaching classes for little & big ones.

Mums, Bumps & Babies GroupKen Kennett Centre, Justins Ave, CV37 0DA10:00 - 11:45; bump - 1 yr; Free coffee morningVic Bean: 0844 2436284Talk about concerns & meet other mums.

Stratford-upon-Avon Rhyme TimeStratford upon Avon Library, CV37 6PZ11:00 - 11:30, fortnightly: 01789 292 209

Free music & singing sessions for 0-2s. Drop in!

Temple HerdewykeTemple Herdewyke Stay and PlayTemple Herdewyke Primary School 10:30 - 11:30; 0-5s; 50p; Term time only.Kerry: 01926 641084Stay and play session held in the school hall

WednesdayBishop’s ItchingtonHomebirth GroupEarly Years Centre, Poplar Road, CV47 2RT19:30 - 21:00 (2nd Feb & 6th April)Helen: 01926 612068Informal meeting with info on homebirths

Baby Clinic with H/VRun by Southam CC at Early Years Centre; 13:30 - 14:45 (1st & 3rd Wed of mth): 01926 814593

Fenny ComptonFenny Compton Toddler GroupFenny Compton Village Hall, Memorial Road10:00 - 12:00 (monthly); £1.50; 01926 814953

KinetonKineton Parent & Toddler GroupKineton Village Hall , Mill Lane, CV35 0LA9:30 - 11:00 (all year); 50p per personAli Laland-Villemin: 01926 641913

Lighthorne HeathTots Time: 9:30 - 11:00; Lighthorne Heath Childrens’ Centre, Stratford Road, CV33 9TW; 01926 69110550p per family. For 18mths - 5 yrs;

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Long Itchington Baby & Toddler GroupLong Itchington School, Stockton Rd, CV47 9QP9:30 - 11:00 (term time only); £1.50Nikki: 01926 810592Tea & coffee, crafts, healthy snacks & songtime

Priors MarstonPriors Marston Parents & ToddlersPriors Village Hall, Priors Marston, CV47 7RP9:30 - 11:30; 0 - 4s; £1.00 per childVery relaxed group - toys, crafts and singing.

SouthamBoogie & Bounce ClassesThe Grange Hall, Coventry Road, CV47 1QA11:00 - 12:00; Lorraine: 07711 010404Introduce your child to dance (from 18mths)

Stay & Play9:30 - 11:00: Southam Children’s Centre, St James Road, CV47 0LY; 01926 814593

Clown In Around Toddler Group10:00 - 11:30; Clown In Around, Kineton Road, CV47 0FD; £3.00Anita: 01926 810495Includes refreshments. Term time only

Coffee & ChatBridge Cafe @ Southam Children’s Centre, St James Road, CV47 0LY12:00 - 13:00. Call for dates - Bronwyn: 07817 456 379Coffee & chat for mums & mums-to-be

Southam Tots Swimming LessonsSoutham Leisure Centre, Welsh Road West, Southam, CV47 0JW; 01926 817788; 13:30 & 14:00: 3 yrs+Swimming lessons for 5 mths - 5 years

NCT Breastfeeding Support Cafe10:30 - 12:00; Southam Children’s Ctre,

St James Rd, CV47 0LY: 0844 243 0008Free drop in! Meet mums and get support

Stratford-Upon-AvonStratford Story StompStratford Library, 12 Henley Street, CV37 6PZ11:00 - 11:30 (4th week of mth)01789 292209; Free30-min story time sessions for 2 - 4 yr-olds

Upper BoddingtonBoogie & Bounce ClassesUpper Boddington Village Hall, Warwick Road, NN11 6DH13:30 - 14:30Lorraine: 07711 010404; Introduce your child to dance (from 18mths)

WellesbourneWellesbourne Story StompWellesbourne Library, Kineton Rd, CV35 9NF10:00 - 10:30 (2nd & 4th weeks)01789 840528; Free30-min story time sessions for 2-4 yr-olds

ThursdayBishop’s ItchingtonBishops Itchington Toddler GroupMemorial Hall, Fisher Road, CV47 2RE10:00 - 11:30; 0-3s; £1.50 per family; Closed xmas - NY & August. Helen: 01926 624241Play time for children & chat time for adults.


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Lighthorne HeathTots & TiddlersLighthorne Heath Village Hall9:30 - 11:00; 01926 691105. Not on in August.

NaptonStay & Play with Music & MovementRun by Southam CC at Victory Club13:00 - 14:30: 01926 814593; £1 donation

SouthamMusical abcThe Grange Hall, Coventry Road, CV47 1QA10- 10.30 & 10.45 - 11.15Anne: 07876 518770. Pre-book Trials.Music classes from Birth to 5 years

Southam Tots Swimming LessonsSoutham Leisure Centre, Welsh Road West, CV47 0JW; 01926 81778813:30 & 14:00: 5 mths - 5 years

Love Ballet Dance CompanyThe Grange Hall, Coventry Road, CV47 1QA16:30: Funky Dance (4-6yrs); 17:00: Gymnastics (all ages)Lorraine: 07711 010404Funky dance classes and gymnastics for all.

Southam Church Toddler GroupGraham Adams Centre, St. James Rd, CV47 0QB10:00 - 11:30; 0 - 3s; 80p per sessionMarian: 01926 814483Term time only. All are welcome!

Stratford-upon-AvonMonkey Music

Alveston Malt House, Alveston Vill., CV37 7QX9:40 - 14:10 (split by age group)Claire: 01789 415526; Complimentary trial classes available

FridayBishops ItchingtonStay & Play (Bishops)Run by Southam CC at Early Years Centre13:00 - 14:30: 01926 814593; £1 donation

Lighthorne HeathFriday FunLighthorne Heath Village Hall, CV339:30 - 11:00; 18 m - 5 yrs; Free; 01926 691105Fun Stay and Play Session. Not in August.

SouthamSoutham Tots Swimming LessonsSoutham Leisure Centre, Welsh Road West, CV47 0JW; 01926 81778811:30: Parent & Baby 5-18m & 19-36m; 13:30, 14:00 & 14:30: 3 yrs+Swimming lessons for 5 mths - 5 years

Love Ballet Dance CompanyThe Grange Hall, Coventry Road, CV47 1QA16:00 - 16:30; Lorraine: 07711 010404Little Tappers tap dance classes for 3-5 yrs

StocktonToddlersaursStockton Village Hall , Napton Road, CV47 8JX10:00 - 11:30; 0-4s; £1.50 plus 50p per personEmma: 01926 814687; Term and holidaysNew activity every week. H/V on 1st Fri of mth.

WellesbourneWellesbourne Rhyme Time

Wellesbourne Library, Kineton Road, CV35 9NF10:00 - 10:30 (1st & 3rd wks); 01789 840528; Free singing sessions for 0-2s. Just drop in!

SaturdayBishops ItchingtonTogether TimeRun by Southam Children’s Centre, Early Years Centre, Poplar Road, Bishops Itchington;10:00 - 11:30 (fortnightly); 01926 814953; For 0–4s; Toys, crafts and other activities.

Stratford-upon-AvonMonkey MusicAlveston Malt House, Alveston Vill., CV37 7QX9:40 - 11:40– split by age groupClaire: 01789 415526; Complimentary trial classes available

SundaySouthamLittle Laces Football Cl assesThe Grange Hall, Coventry Road, CV47 1QA11:00 - 12:00; Call CJ: 07772 873271Bitesize 35-minute football sessions for 2-5 yrs


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MondayCubbingtonMusical abcCubbington Village Hall, Broadway, CV32 7JX9.45 - 10.35, 10.45 - 11.35 & 11.45 - 12.35Anne: 07876 518770. Trials must be prebooked; Music classes for birth - 5 yrs.

EmscoteLittle SaintsAll Saints Church, Vicarage Green, CV34 5NJ9:30 - 11:00; Free / donations. 01926 492073Activities and sing-song sessions

KenilworthSt John’s Children’s CentreThe timetable was not ready at the time of going to print. Please drop in or ring 01926 856397 for an up to date timetableMortimer Rd, CV8 1FS

The Spring Playgroup Toddler GroupKenilworth Youth Centre, Abbey End, CV8 1QJ9:30 - 11:45 (Term time only); 0 - preschool age; £1.50 per family; Jackie: 01926 864443All families welcome, refreshments available.

Leamington Spa (central)Monkey MusicUnited Ref. Church, Cubbington Rd, CV32 7AL9:40 - 12:20 (split by age group)Claire: 01789 415526Complimentary trial classes available

Early Pregnancy Antenatal ClassesLeamington Spa Baptist Church, Chandos St, CV32 4RN. www.birthandbabyreality.co.uk

19:00 - 21:00, monthly; For bumpsHelen: 01926 731621 - booking requiredFree antenatal class for early pregnancy.

ELC PlaytimeMothercare, Shires Retail Park, CV34 6RH10:00 - 12:00; Drop in to play with ELC toys!

TiddlywinksSt Paul’s Church Hall, Leicester St, CV32 4TE9:45 - 11:30; 0-5s; Danielle Eley: 01926 427149Currently at full capacity - have a waiting list.

Leamington Spa (Heathcote)Sing & SignBusy Bees Nursery, Macbeth Approach, Gallagher Business Park, CV34 6AD9:45 (6m - 14/15m) & 11:00 (14/15m+)01789 415591; £55 for 10-week termOne hour baby signing class running from May

Leamington Spa (Lillington)Cookie TotsThe Octagon, Vicarage Road, CV32 7RH14:00 - 14:45; Charlotte: 07506 034899; £5.00Music, games & activities based around food and cooking. Free trial available.

WarwickMonkey MusicSt Mary Immaculate, West St, CV34 6AB13:30 - 15:40 (split by age group); Claire: 01789 415526. Complimentary trial classes available

NCT Toddler Weekly Toddles10:30 - 11:30; Walks in Jephson Gardens, St Nicholas Park, Abbey Fields & Newbold ComynAlex: 0844 243 6314; Free

Sing & SignSt Mary Immaculate Hall, 45 West St, CV34

6AB; 9:45 (14/15m+) & 11:00 (6m - 14/15m)01789 415591; £55 for 10-week termOne hour baby signing class running from May

Little Fishes Baby and Toddler GroupStarting Autumn Term at Saltisford Church, Albert Street but moving to St Paul’s Church, Friar St mid-term. Contact for location.10:00 - 11:30; 0-4s; £1 per family; Term timeCraft, lego or playdough, toys, snack & singing

Tiddlers Mother and Baby GroupCastle Hill Baptist Church, CV34 4EX10:00 - 12:00; bump - 1 yr; 50p; Term timeLiz: 01926 400368; Drinks & friendship.

Creative Stay & Play9:30 - 11:00; Warwick Children’s Centre, Coventry Rd, CV34 4LJ; 01926 492701; 6m-5 yrs; Explore and learn with messy play. We also do a ‘Wellie Walk’ at 10:00 a.m. in the park.

Warwick (Hatton Park)Krystle Jayne’s Dance AcademyHatton Park Village Hall, Barcheston Drive, CV35 7TR; Krystle: 07791 85289117:00 - 17:30: Baby Ballet (1.5yrs+)17:30 - 18:15: Pre-Primary & Primary Ballet & Tap; Dance classes for children 2.5 yrs+.

TuesdayBagintonBaginton Parent and Toddler GroupBaginton Village Hall, Frances Road, CV8 3AB10:00 - 11:30; 0-5s; £1.50 or 50p for babies + £1 for siblings 12 mths+; Vicky: 024 7630 6869Term time. Crafts, sing along, drink & snack

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HeathcoteTumble TotsWarwick Gates Community Hall, CV34 6DZ9:30: walking - 2 yrs; 10:30: 2-3 yrs; 11:30: Gymbabes; 13:00: 3 yrs to schoolGeorgina: 01926 337800; £5.50Structured Play for 6 months up to school age

KenilworthWater Babies Swimming ClassesThorns Primary School, Blackthorn Rd, CV8 2DS10:00 - 12:30; Tamsin: 01295 709221Fun, action packed, progressive classes

Baby Calm™11:45 - 13:30; Parochial Hall, High St. CV8 1LZ.Booking essential - Clair: 07742 317959 4 week Early Postnatal course (inc. baby massage intro) for new mothers. Courses start Oct 11th, Nov 8th, Dec 13th.

Drop in and ChatKenilworth Children’s Centre, Bertie Road, CV8 1JP; 9:45 - 11:00: 01926 853394; Drop in to relax with a drink and have a chat

Leamington Spa (central)Little Splashers Swimming ClassesOddfellows, Warwick St, Leamington, CV32 5LD12:30 - 15:00; For 2mths - 4 yrsCall Jo on 07968 015292Fun & exciting lessons that teach them to swim.

Baby Sensory ClassDale Street Methodist Church, CV32 5HL

10:00 - 11:00; Gemma: 07989 502712. Free trials. Award winning Baby Development class.

Breastfeeding GroupSure Start Shop, Clemens St 13:00 - 14:30: 01926 337506

NappuccinoThe Cotton Nappy Company, 41 Russell St, CV32 5QB; 10:30 - 12:00; Anna: 01926 430000Coffee morning/free demo of cloth nappies

NCT Bumps Evening Group8-9:30pm. The Newbold Pub (upstairs), Newbold St. 2nd and 4th weeks in the monthAlex: 0844 243 6314; FreeMeet other parents-to-be. Call for details.

TiddlywinksSt Paul’s Church Hall, Leicester St, CV32 4TE9:45 - 11:30; 0-3s; Church Office: 01926 427149New visitors always welcome - waiting list used.

SydenhamSoft Play, Coffee and ChatThe PlayFarm, 5 Berrington Road, CV31 1NB10:00-12:00; £2.50 (£1 <1yr); 0844 243 6314Call if you’re coming so we can look out for you

Warwick (central)Warwick Story StompWarwick Library, Barrack Street, CV34 4TH11:30 - 12:00 (fortnightly); 01926 412189; Free30-min story time sessions for 2 - 4 yr-olds

Crèche at St Nicholas Park St Nicholas Park Leisure Centre, CV34 4QY10:00 - 12:00. Term time. Booking required.

Warwick Children’s CentreTiny Treasures (Birth - 18 mths): 12:45 - 14:30Sensory toys and activities for babies to enjoy. Tiny Talkers (6m–5yrs): 9:30 – 11:30Develop communication skills. Wellie Walk at

10:00 in Priory Park (children’s wellies supplied)Coventry Rd, Warwick, CV34 4LJ; 01926 492701

South Warwickshire Home Birth GroupThe Quaker Centre, 39 High Street, CV34 4AX1st Tues of Month, alternate monthsFor bumps; free; Diane: 07771 586095

Tiddlers Mother and Baby GroupCastle Hill Baptist Church, Castle Hill, CV34 4EX10:00 - 12:00; bump - 1 yr; 50p; Term timeLiz: 01926 400368; Breastfeeding counsellor.

WhitnashBriar Bunnies Toddler GroupHod Carrier, Coppice Road, CV31 2LT10:00 - 11:30; Debbie: 01926 311474; £1

Baby Clinic & Busy Babies Group13:30 - 15:00: Whitnash Children’s Centre, Nursery Lane, CV31 2PW; 01926 315586; FreeFor 0 - 12mths, H/V for baby weighing & advice

Whitnash Rhyme TimeWhitnash Library, Franklin Road, CV31 2JH; 01926 421 464; 11:15 - 11:45, 4th week of mthFree music & singing sessions for 0-2s. Drop in!

WednesdayKenilworthLittle Crackers Toddler GroupCrackley Hall School, Coventry Road, CV8 2FT10:00 - 11:30; 0-5s; £2 per family; Term time01926 514444; Please call to check term dates

Musical abcKenilworth Wardens, Glasshouse Ln, CV8 2AL9.30 - 10.20, 10.30 - 11.20 & 11.30 - 12.20 Anne: 07876 518770: Please pre-book trials.Music classes for birth to 5 yrs.

Anne 07876 518770 e: [email protected] www.musicalabc.net

Fun, Sensory, Interactive & LIVE Music Activities From Birth - 5 years

Developed and run by a qualified primary teacher, musician and mum! Leamington Spa, Kenilworth and Southam Phone or email to book your FREE trial!

Baby CalmTM ClassesBaby CalmTM in Warwick , Leamington & Stratford with Claire: 07742 3179594 week Early Postnatal course (including baby massage intro) for new mothers. Booking essential.

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Warwick, Leamington & Kenilworth Breastfeeding Drop in: 10:30 - 11:30 (free)Drop-in Baby Clinic: 10:00 - 11:30 (free)Stay & Play: 9:15, 10.15 & 13.45 (£2)Baby Music: 12:00 (£2 donation)Kenilworth Children’s Centre, Bertie Road, CV8 1JP. Tel: 01926 853394. S&P runs 26/07 - 23/08Breastfeeding and baby clinic run fortnightly.

Leamington Spa (central)Little KickersSt. Marks Church Hall, Rugby Rd, CV32 6DL15:30 - 16:15: Junior Kickers (2 - 3½ yrs); 16:25 - 17:10: Mighty Kickers (3½ - 5th Birthday); Simon: 01926 42258945-minute football sessions for 2 - 5th Birthday

Arty TotsLeamington Spa Art Gallery & Museum11:00 -12:00am first Wed of month01926 742700; free; 0 – 5sEncourage a child’s imagination and creativity.

NCT Mums Nights OutVarious locations. 20:00 - 22:00, 1st wk of mth.Alex - [email protected] change: pub/dinner/movie...

Tiny StarsLeamington Spa Baptist Church, Chandos St, CV32 4RN; tel: 01926 33665013:30 - 15:00; 0 to 2 years nine months; £1Welcoming group - lovely atmosphere

OffchurchDandy Development9:45 - 10:30: Offchurch Tots Group, Offchurch Village Hall, School Hill, CV33 9ALNikki: 07890 241301; £5.00 (inc. Tots Group fee). Drop in, though spaces limited. Talk, Share and Play; Grow in Every Way!

Spinney Hill (Warwick)

Babies Group (0 - 18mths): 13:00 - 14:30Babies learn and explore with all their senses. Stay & Play Drop In (0-5yrs): 9:30 - 11:00Open play session with planned activities.The GAP Comm. Centre, Oakwood Grove, CV34 5TD; 01926 494200

Warwick (central)Childminders Stay & Play: 12:45 - 14:3029th June & 27th July - call for more datesCourses for Parents/Carers: 12:45 - 14:30Courses organised by Centre StaffWarwick Children’s Centre, Coventry Rd, CV34 4LJ; 01926 492701

NCT Weekly Walks14:00 - 15:30, Ryton Pools, Offchurch Parkway, Draycote Water - all the local parks. Venue changes each week, call for infoJoanne: 0844 243 6314; FreeGet some exercise & meet other new parents.

Breastfeeding GroupWestgate Children’s Centre, Bowling Green St10:30 - 12:00: 01926 490629

Crèche at St Nicholas ParkSt Nicholas Park Leisure Centre, CV34 4QY11:15 - 12:45 and 13:15 - 14:45. 4 mths - 4 yrs01926 495353. Term time. Booking required.

Jack and Jill Toddler GroupBaptist Church Hall, Gerrard Street, CV34 4HD10:00 - 11:30 (closed over Christmas); 0-4sSue: 01926 499561; £1 per familyBusy group. Garden, baby area, crafts, singing.

St Nicholas Church Toddler GroupSt Nicholas Church St (enter at back), CV34 4JD10:00 - 11:30; 0-5s; £1 per family; Term time.Mrs Hodkin: 01926 312593Static play upstairs & run around toys down.

Health Visitor Drop In ClinicWarwick Children’s Ctre, Coventry Rd, CV34 4LJ; 10:00-11:30 (2nd & 4th wed); 01926 492701

Aqua Babies Swimming LessonsSt Nicholas Park Leisure Centre, CV34 4QY11:30-12:00 (4 m-2yrs) & 12:00-12:30 (2-4 yrs)01926 495353 - please bookSwimming lessons for little ones. Term time.

The Yummy Mummy’s ClubSt Pauls Church Hall, Friars St, CV34 6HD14:00 - 15:30; bump - 10 mths; Jayne: 0773 8294082 - plse call first for timesFriendly group of mums-to-be and new mums.

Warwick (Hatton Park)Baby Calm™ CoursesVillage Hall, Barcheston Drive. CV35 7TRCall for times. Clair Hobbs: 01926 8544434 week Early Postnatal course (inc baby massage intro) for new mothers. Plse book.

ThursdayBurton GreenBurton Green Parent & Toddler GroupVillage Hall, Hodgetts Ln, CV8 1PJ; Term time10:00 - 12:00; £1.50; Sonal: 07779 682771Everybody welcome! Please call first.

KenilworthAqua TumsChesford Grange, CV8 2LD; 12:00 - 12:45; Jo: 07968 015292; Pre- and Postnatal aqua yoga

Little Splashers Swimming ClassesChesford Grange, CV8 2LD13:00 - 14:00; Jo: 07968 015292; Fun & exciting lessons that teach them to swim

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r Music Together Kenilworth10:00; Room 3, Kenilworth Methodist Church Hall, Priory Road, CV8 1LQHelena: 07503 906468Free trial offer in centre pages

Tumble TotsCastle Farm Sports Hall, CV8 1EY9:15: Gymbabes; 10:15: walking – 2yrs; 11:15: 2 – 3yrs; 13:00: 3 yrs - schoolGeorgina: 01926 337800; £5.50 per sessionStructured Play for 6 months up to school age

Monkey MusicKenilworth Youth Centre, Abbey End, CV8 1QJ 9:40 - 11:40 (split by age group); Claire: 01789 415526; Complimentary trial classes available

St Johns Toddler GroupSt. John’s Church Hall, Warwick Rd, CV8 1HY10:00 - 11:30; £1 per familySt Johns: 01926 853203, Kate: 01926 779159

Leamington Spa (Central)Little Splashers Swimming ClassesOddfellows, Warwick St, Leamington, CV32 5LD9:30-12:00; For 2mths - 4 yrs; Call Jo on 07968 015292Fun & exciting lessons that teach them to swim.

Little Splashers Swimming ClassesCastel Froma Hydro Pool, Lillington Rd, CV32 6LL; 13:30 - 15:30; Jo: Call Jo on 07968 015292 Fun & exciting lessons that teach them to swim

Sing & SignThe Dormer Conference Centre, 3A Dormer Place, CV32 5AA; 9:45 & 11:00 (6m - 14/15m)01789 415591; £55 for 10-week termOne hour baby signing class running from May

Monkey Music

Dale St. Church Centre, CV32 5HL; 13:40 - 15:40 (split by age group); Claire: 01789 415526; Complimentary trial classes available

NCT & St Mark’s KaleidoscopeSt Mark’s Church Rooms, Rugby Rd, CV32 6DL. 13:30 - 14:00: Parenting Discussion (free); 14:00 - 15:30: Bumps & Babies Group plus Stay n Play Toddler Group in hall (£1 per family); 14:30 - 15:30: Breastfeeding drop in (free) Alex: 0844 243 6314. Suitable for bump, babies & beyond.

Leek WoottonLeek Wootton Baby & Toddler GroupVillage Hall, Warwick Rd, CV35 7RB; 10:00-11:30; £1.50+50p p/c; Toys, painting, sing-song.

Warwick (central)Dandy DevelopmentGirls Marching Band Headquarters, Hampton Rd, CV34 6JPStage 1: 10.00-10.40; Stage 2: 11.00-11.50Nikki: 07890 241301; £4.50/£5.00Talk, Share and Play; Grow in Every Way!

Warwick Rhyme TimeWarwick Library, Barrack Street, CV34 4TH. 01926 412 18910:30 - 11:00, twice monthly; Free music sessions for 0-2s. Drop in!

Warwick (Hatton Park)Baby Sensory Class10:00 - 11:00; Barcheston Drive, CV35 7TRGemma: 07989 502712; Free trial sessionsAward winning Baby Development class.

WhitnashStay & Play

Whitnash Children’s Centre, Nursery Lane, CV31 2PW; 13:30 - 15:00: 01926 315586; Free

Woodloes ParkWoodies Toddler GroupWoodloes Comm. Centre, Deansway, CV34 5DF. 9:30 - 11:00; for 0-4s. £1 per familyLiz: 07981 606163; Entry red door of the last building of school site. Toys, crafts & songs.

FridayHeathcote Sing & SignBusy Bees Nursery, Macbeth App., Gallagher Business Park, CV34 6AD; 01789 4155919:45 & 11:00 (6m - 14/15m); £55 for 10 weeksOne hour baby signing class

KenilworthPost Natal PilatesKenilworth Community Centre, Abbey End car park; 10:35 - 11:30; Deborah Thomas: 07976 977 247; £7 per classPhysiotherapist lead pilates for mum & baby

Cradle Club: 10:00 - 11:30Movers & Crawlers: 13:30 - 14:45Kenilworth Children’s Ctre, Bertie Rd, CV8 1JP01926 853394. £2 voluntary contribution.

Kenilworth Rhyme TimeKenilworth Library, Smalley Place, CV8 1QG10:00-10:30, 2nd & 4th Weeks; 01926748 900Free music & singing sessions for 0-2s. Drop in

Leamington SpaDandy DevelopmentSt Paul’s Church, Leicester Street, CV32 4TEStage 1: 10.00am-10.40am, Stage 2: 11.00am-11.50am; Nikki: 07890 241301; £4.00/£5.00Talk, Share and Play; Grow in Every Way!


If you have any questions, would like to reserve a place in one of our classes or organise a free trial session, please contact Nikki...

07890 241301 [email protected]

exciting new baby and toddler development classesDevelop... language and communication skills, confidence, listening skills, social and emotional skills and co-ordination

Stimulate... the senses and the imagination

Through... making music and singing, signing, role play, movement, our parachute hoops, toys, sharing special time and having lots of fun!

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Emmanuel Toddler GroupEmmanuel Evangelical Church, Heath Terrace, CV32 5LY. Anna: 01926 42458410:00 - 11:30; 0-4s; £1; Term time only For Mums who live in and around the area

Les Rainettes37 Rosewood Crescent, CV32 7UN10:00 - 11:30; Free; Marie: 07918 110656Practise your french over a cup of coffee.

Leamington Spa Rhyme TimeLeamington Spa Library, Royal Pump Rooms, The Parade, CV32 4AA. Tel: 01926 742 72110:30 - 11:00, 1st & 3rd weeks of mth; FreeFree music & singing sessions for 0-2s. Drop in!

Tumble TotsSt Marks Church Hall, CV32 6DL11:45: Gymbabes; 13:00: walking – 2yrs; 14:00: 2 – 3yrs; 15:00: 3 yrs - schoolGeorgina: 01926 337800; £5.50 per sessionStructured Play for 6 months up to school age

WarwickSing & SignSt Mary Immaculate, 45 West St, CV34 6AB9:45 (14/15m+) & 11:00 (6m - 14/15m)01789 415591; £55 for 10-week termOne hour baby signing class running from May

Toy LibraryWarwick Children’s Centre, CV34 4LJ10:00 - 14:00; 01926 492701; £3 per year membership and free toy hire

Crèche at St Nicholas Park St Nicholas Park Leisure Centre10:00 - 12:30; term time only4 mths - 4 yrs; 01926 495353 - pre-book

Aqua Babies Swimming LessonsSt Nicholas Park Leisure Centre11:30 - 12:00 (4m-2yrs) & 12:00 - 12:30 (2-

4yrs). 01926 495353 - bookSwimming lessons for littlies. Term time.

Toy LibraryWarwick Children’s Centre, CV34 4LJ10:00 - 12:00; 01926 492701; Birth - 8 yrs£3 p/yr membership & free toy hire

Parents & Babies SwimSt Nicholas Park Leisure Centre, CV34 11:30 - 12:30; 01926 495353Child under 4 Swim Free. Term time only.

Musical Stay & PlayWarwick Children’s Ctre, CV34 4LJ13:30 - 15:00; 01926 492701. Alternating weeks for 0-18 mths & 18 mths+

WhitnashNamaste GroupWhitnash Children’s Centre, Nursery Lane, CV31 2PW; 9:30 - 11:30: 01926 315586; FreeGroup for Asian families

SaturdayKenilworthMusic Together Kenilworth10:00 - 10:45; Room 3, Kenilworth Methodist Church Hall, Priory Road, CV8 1LQHelena: 07503 906468. (Runs until 3rd Dec, not on 8/10). Free trial offer in centre pages

Leamington SpaLittle Splashers Swimming ClassesOddfellows, Warwick St, CV32 5LD9:30 - 13:30; Call Jo on 07968 015292Fun & exciting lessons that teach them to swim

Go 4 GoalsBrookhurst School, Ullswater Ave, CV32 6NH9:00 (2.5 - 3.5 yrs); 9:45 (3.5 -4 yrs); 10:30(4 - 6

yrs); 11:30 (7 yrs+); Jason: 07747 562469Football coaching classes. Term time only

Art Cart Family Fun SessionsLeamington Spa Art Gallery & Museum13:00 - 15:00, Last Sat of Month; 01926 742700; free; Drop in & enjoy artistic activities

WarwickDads AloudWarwick Children’s Ctre, Coventry Rd, CV34 4LJ10:00 - 12:00 (fortnightly); 0 - 5s; 01926 492701; Activities for Dads & their child(ren).

SundayClaverdonLove Ballet Dance CompanyArdencote Leisure Club, The Cumsey, Lye Green Rd, CV35 8LT10:00: Ballet (3-5yrs); 10:30: Funky Dance (3-7yrs); 11:00: Gymnastics (all ages); 11:30: Ballet (5-7yrs); 12:00: Ballet (7-9yrs); Lorraine: 07711 010404Ballet, Funky Dance, Tap and Gymnastics classes

KenilworthM.A.C Club (for Men and Children)Kenilworth Children’s Centre & Nursery School, Bertie Road, CV8 1JP; 10:00 - 11:30: 01926 853394; £2 donation; Drop in on Saturday 22nd Oct call for other dates

WhitnashLittle KickersWhitnash Community Hall, Acre Close Playing Field, CV31 2ND9:15 (2 – 3½ yrs); 10:15: (3½ – 5th birthday); 11:15: (3½ – 5th birthday); 01926 422589; 45-minute football classes for 2 to 5th birthday


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Groups & ClassesAqua Tums 25 Baby Calm 34Baby Sensory 33Boogie & Bounce 31 Dandy Development 37Go 4 Goals 33Kiddy Cook 33Krystle Jayne’s Dance Academy 32Lamaze Birthing Classes 24Little Discoveries 11Little Kickers (Leamington Spa & Stratford) 34Little Kickers (Rugby) 29Monkey Music 33Music Together Kenilworth 32Musical abc 34Natural Holistics 24Sing & Sign 35Tumble Tots 27Water Babies 26

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