Kin Cuppa - Stay & Play

Kin Cuppa & Chat is a weekly session to talk to other parents while the wee ones play. There is usually one to two themed sessions each month supported by our team of perinatal specialists. We also provide refreshments for parents, and toys for the babies to explore. Suitable for parents and carers with babies up to 18 months, siblings also welcome.

Upcoming Schedule - Autumn 2024:

23 August - Fevers and Febrile Convulsions with first aid trainer Jo

30 August - Reusable nappy demo and Q&A with Hannah and Ellie of Edinburgh Real Nappy Community

13 September - Navigating postpartum and staying well with perinatal counsellor Katalin plus slings and carrier drop in with sling consultant Jen

27 September - Reusable nappy demo and Q&A with Hannah and Ellie of Edinburgh Real Nappy Community

4 October - Postpartum Bodies with women's health physio Becca and sling support with Jen

11 October - Employability support with Jane from Harbour Housing

25 October - Halloween session for some spooktacular fun for you and your wee one! We will also have a drop in area for our monthly reusable nappy demo and Q&A with Hannah and Ellie

Examples of upcoming sessions:

Postpartum Bodies - Find out about physical recovery in the postnatal period including whats normal, common issues, how to move well, carry your baby, support your healing and postpartum body. Conversation and Q&A with Women's Health Physio Becca.

Parenting Hints & Tips - becoming a parent can feel like such a big learning curve and this session is all about sharing hints and tips with each other to help along the way. Conversation and Q&A with Kin founder Kathryn

Struggling to find time to look after yourself and your own wellbeing since having a baby?Perinatal counsellor and psychotherapist Katalin is on hand to chat, answer your questions and explore tools and techniques for feeling well.

Thinking about cloth nappies and reusable wipes but not sure where to start or worried it might be too much work? Join Hannah and Ellie of Edinburgh Real Nappy Community for a demonstration and hear hints and tips on how to get started.

Interested in finding out about different types of carriers and slings, or have a question about your own? Sling Consultant Jen provides drop in support and can answer your questions. A range of slings to try will be provided, or bring your sling!

If you are thinking about returning to exercise and not sure when or where to start, join postnatal pilates teacher Emma who will be sharing some of the key things you need to consider.

Returning to work, looking for a new role or support with a flexible working request? Jane from Harbour Housing provides one to one support for parents and drop in employability information sessions at our Cuppa

About to or already started Weaning and worried about choking, or have any first aid questions on your mind? Our first aid trainer Jo will be on hand to help answer questions and discuss some common concerns such as choking and allergies.

Our Easter, Halloween and Christmas sessions will provide themed snacks and activities. Festive dress up for the wee ones definitely optional (but encouraged)!

Select the ticket that is right for you - these sessions are free to attend. Please help us to continue this service for future families with a pay it forward donation of £3.00 if you are able.

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