The Buddies Tribe

The Buddies Tribe Welcome, I’m Emmy King,
A holistic therapist, heart-led social entrepreneur, and busy mum, based in beautiful Bury, Manchester.

I am founder of Empathy Holistics and The Buddies Tribe! I am all about the calm and selfcare for busy women just like you!

Here are some gentle, low-cost Summer Calm Ideas that are perfect for families with babies, toddlers and young children....
09/08/2026

Here are some gentle, low-cost Summer Calm Ideas that are perfect for families with babies, toddlers and young children. They fit beautifully with your Slow Summer Calm theme and can be used as social media posts, blog snippets or activity cards.

🌿 Calm Ideas for Families

🌞 Nature & Outdoor Calm
Go on a listening walk and count how many birds you can hear.
Lie on a blanket and watch the clouds drift by.
Collect natural treasures to create a nature collage.
Walk barefoot on grass and notice how it feels.
Have a teddy bear picnic under a tree.
Blow bubbles and watch them float away.
Watch bees and butterflies in the garden.
Visit a local park with no agenda—just explore.

Also please check out Emmy's youtube channel: Calm & A Cuppa for more relaxation: https://www.youtube.com/

🧸🌿 You're Invited to Our Teddy Bear Tea Party! 🌿🧸Pack your picnic blanket, grab your favourite cuddly teddy and join us ...
08/08/2026

🧸🌿 You're Invited to Our Teddy Bear Tea Party! 🌿🧸

Pack your picnic blanket, grab your favourite cuddly teddy and join us for a morning of outdoor fun, friendship and adventure!

📅 Thursday 20th August
🕤 9:30am – 11:30am
📍 Top Green Community Garden

Our much-loved Nature Buddies session is getting a teddy bear twist!

✨ Bring along:
🧸 Your favourite teddy bear
👫 A friend for FREE!
🌞 A sense of adventure

Together we'll enjoy:
🍓 A teddy bear tea party
🌼 Nature play and exploration
🎨 Sensory activities
🎵 Songs, stories and imaginative play
💚 Plenty of opportunities to connect with other local families

Suitable for children aged 0–5 years, with older siblings always welcome.

💷 £4 per child
🎉 Bring a friend for FREE to share the fun!

As a Community Interest Company (CIC), many of our sessions are subsidised through funding, helping to make family wellbeing and nature-based play accessible to more local families.

📧 Book your place: [email protected]
📱 WhatsApp or message: 07913 708419

We can't wait to meet you, your little ones and all of your teddy bear buddies for a magical morning in the garden! 🧸🌿💚

Did you know spending just 20 minutes outside can help improve mood and reduce stress?Wednesday 12th AugustBuddies Bimbl...
08/08/2026

Did you know spending just 20 minutes outside can help improve mood and reduce stress?

Wednesday 12th August

Buddies Bimble – Walk, Talk & Have a Brew
10:00am–11:00am
Clarence Park (Meet at the Bandstand)

A gentle pram walk and toddler toddle for families with children aged 0–5 years (older siblings welcome).

"Emmys sessions have been absolutely amazing all through my maternity leave. I’ve met the most amazing women that I know I’ll continue to be friends with once my maternity leave has ended. Emmys kind and warm nature makes me feel comfortable and relaxed every week and I can’t wait to join more of the sessions as my twins grow older

Grab a drink from the Green Café or bring your own flask and snacks as we enjoy nature together, join our Whatsapp community on 07913708419 or email me on: [email protected] (subscribe to your tribe)

Meet Mini the Mule! 💚Have you met our newest little friend?Say hello to Mini the Mule—the gentle, kind-hearted mascot of...
07/08/2026

Meet Mini the Mule! 💚

Have you met our newest little friend?

Say hello to Mini the Mule—the gentle, kind-hearted mascot of our Mini Buddies sessions!

Mini loves exploring nature, discovering new adventures, practising mindfulness, and helping little ones learn about kindness, friendship and looking after their wellbeing.

At every Mini Buddies session, children are encouraged to:
🌿 Explore the outdoors
🎨 Get creative through crafts and sensory play
📖 Enjoy stories and imaginative adventures
💚 Learn simple mindfulness and calming techniques
🤝 Build confidence, friendships and happy memories

Mini reminds us that it's okay to take life one small step at a time, to be curious, and to enjoy the world around us.

We can't wait for you to meet Mini and become part of the Buddies family!

📲 To find out more or book a place, WhatsApp Emma on 07913 708419.

Who knows… Mini might even have a few surprises waiting for our little adventurers! 🫏🍃✨

✨ What's On This Month + September Bookings Are NOW OPEN! ✨🌿Summer may be flying by, but there's still plenty of time to...
07/08/2026

✨ What's On This Month + September Bookings Are NOW OPEN! ✨🌿

Summer may be flying by, but there's still plenty of time to make magical memories with The Buddies Tribe… and we're already getting excited for a brand-new season of calm, connection and community this September!

🌼 What's On This Month

👶 Baby Buddies & You
📅 Mondays
🕐 1:00pm–2:15pm
📍 Spring-Side Primary Community Room, Walmersley
A welcoming baby group for little ones aged 0–14 months, with sensory play, friendship and support.

🚶 Buddies Bimble – Walk, Talk & Have a Brew
📅 Wednesdays
🌳 Gentle walks, fresh air and friendly conversation for families with children aged 0–5 years.

☕ Toddler Thursday
📅 Every Thursday
🕤 9:30am–10:45am
📍 The Green Community Café & Garden
A relaxed play session with songs, sensory fun and plenty of time for a brew and a chat.

🧸 Nature Buddies – Teddy Bear Tea Party
📅 Thursday 20th August
🕤 9:30am–11:30am
📍 Top Green Community Garden

Bring your favourite teddy and bring a friend for FREE! Enjoy nature play, sensory activities, stories, songs and a teddy bear tea party.

🍂 September is Looking Extra Cozy...

We're launching some exciting new opportunities for families and parents!

✨ NEW! Toddler Session (18 months+)
A fun, nurturing weekly group filled with play, creativity, sensory exploration and friendship.

🤎 Cozy Corner Retreat at The Edenfield Project
Take two hours just for you…
🌿 Nature
📖 Journalling
🌸 Create your own aromatherapy wellbeing gift kit
☕ Cozy autumn vibes
🤍 Time to reconnect with yourself

🎒 Back-to-School Special Offers will be available for parents and carers throughout September—because after looking after everyone else all summer, it's your turn to refill your cup.

💚 Book now to secure your September place!

📱 Contact Emmy: 07913 708419
📧 Email: [email protected]

We can't wait to welcome you and your family for a season of connection, wellbeing and adventure.

Come for the sessions… stay for the community. 🌿💚

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🌿 Friday Feels 🌿🎉There's something special about Fridays...A chance to slow the pace, celebrate the little wins and look...
07/08/2026

🌿 Friday Feels 🌿🎉

There's something special about Fridays...

A chance to slow the pace, celebrate the little wins and look forward to making memories together over the weekend.

Maybe this week you've...
💚 Shared a cuddle.
🌳 Spent time outdoors.
☕ Enjoyed a brew with a friend.
😂 Laughed until your tummy hurt.
🫧 Watched your little one discover something new.
🤍 Simply made it through a busy week.

Whatever your week has looked like, take a moment to give yourself some credit. Parenting isn't about perfection—it's about being present.

As we head into the weekend, here's your gentle reminder:

✨ You don't need a packed schedule to create magical memories.
✨ A walk in the park can be an adventure.
✨ A picnic on a blanket can feel like a holiday.
✨ A story, a cuddle and a giggle are often enough.

Here's to a weekend filled with fresh air, connection and little moments that become big memories. 🌼

💬 Tell us one thing that made you smile this week—we'd love to celebrate with you!

Thoughtful Thursday 🌼Sometimes the smallest moments become the memories our children treasure most.A walk collecting lea...
06/08/2026

Thoughtful Thursday 🌼

Sometimes the smallest moments become the memories our children treasure most.

A walk collecting leaves.
A cuddle while reading a favourite story.
Watching the clouds drift by.
Sharing a picnic.
Laughing over bubbles in the garden.

These moments don't need to be expensive or perfectly planned—they simply need your presence.

At Empathy Holistics, we believe in slowing down, embracing nature, and creating meaningful connections that nurture the wellbeing of the whole family.

💚 Looking for a welcoming community this summer?

✨ Baby Buddies & Baby Socials return from Monday 10th August.
🌿 Toddler sessions continue to inspire little explorers through play, creativity and nature.
🔥 Parents can also unwind at our Mini Evening Wellbeing Retreat on Wednesday 19th August at The Edenfield Project, enjoying campfire calm, nature connection and aromatherapy.

Wherever you are today, we hope you can find a few moments to pause, breathe, and enjoy the little things—they're often the biggest gifts of all.

📲 To book any session, simply WhatsApp Emma on 07913 708419.

☀️Calling all parents, grandparents, carers & childminders - We have you sorted this Summer Holidays⛱ as a parent myself...
05/08/2026

☀️Calling all parents, grandparents, carers & childminders - We have you sorted this Summer Holidays⛱ as a parent myself I know how tricky the holidays can be!!

Whether it's chatting with another parent, sharing experiences, watching children play together, or simply knowing you're not alone, community really does matter.

This August, we'd love you to join us as we connect, explore, play and slow down together.

Join us for an afternoon of outdoor adventures, nature play, and mindful moments as we notice the beauty around us together.

🌸 Tuesday 11th August

Collaboration with
Mini Me Time Bury and Rossendale
12:00pm – 2:00pm

I'll be offering Cozy Corner pamper treatments while parents enjoy connection, conversation and a little well-deserved time for themselves.

🌳Wednesday 12th August
Buddies Bimble - Walk, Talk and have a brew! (0-5 years, older siblings welcome)

A gentle pram and toddler toddle at Clarence Park, meet at the bandstand at 10-11 am! Grab a cuppa from the Green cafe or bring your own snacks!

👶 Monday 17th August

Baby Buddies & You Drop-In (0–14 months)17th & 24th August (continuing into September)

Spring-Side Primary Community Room,
1:00pm – 2:15pm

A warm, welcoming space where parents, carers and babies can meet, chat, build friendships and feel supported in those precious early months.

🌳Wednesday 19th August
Buddies Bimble - Walk, Talk and have a brew! (0-5 years, older siblings welcome)

A gentle pram and toddler toddle at Burrs Country Park! Grab a cuppa from the Lamppost Cafe or bring your own snacks!

Nature Buddies
These subsidised sessions help little ones and their grown-ups connect with nature and one another through a blend of indoor and outdoor play, sensory exploration and gentle activities.

(0–5 years)
🍃Thursday 20th August - Teddy Bear Tea Party in the community garden
9.30-11.30

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Booking
To book your place at any of our sessions, please email [email protected] or send a WhatsApp/message to 07913 708419

All sessions must be booked in advance.

Pay As You Go
£4 per child, per session

The Buddies Pass

Enjoy unlimited access to all weekly Buddies sessions for just £20 per family, per month (for up to 2 children).It's a wonderful way to enjoy regular connection, outdoor adventures, sensory play and community throughout the month while making great savings.

Older siblings are always welcome at no extra cost, making our sessions as family-friendly and accessible as possible.

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As a Community Interest Company (CIC), we are proud to be a social enterprise. Many of our sessions are subsidised through funding, helping us keep costs affordable so that more local families can experience the benefits of connection, wellbeing and nature-based play.

To book your place, please email [email protected] or send a WhatsApp/message to 07913 708419.

We look forward to welcoming you and your little ones to the Buddies community.

Much Calm,

Emmy King & the Buddies Tribe

Toddler Tuesday – What's On? 🌿Looking for something calm, meaningful and fun to enjoy with your little one?At Empathy Ho...
04/08/2026

Toddler Tuesday – What's On? 🌿

Looking for something calm, meaningful and fun to enjoy with your little one?

At Empathy Holistics, our toddler sessions are designed to encourage connection, confidence, creativity and wellbeing through gentle play, nature and mindfulness.

✨ Join us for:
🍃 Nature-inspired activities
🎨 Creative crafts and sensory invitations to play
📚 Stories, songs and movement
💚 Mindfulness and calming moments for little minds
🤝 Opportunities to make new friends—for both children and grown-ups
☕ A welcoming space where everyone belongs

Every session is thoughtfully planned to support your child's development while giving parents and carers the chance to connect, chat and enjoy a slower pace together.

👣 There's no pressure to be perfect—just come as you are.

🌼 Coming Soon
👶 Baby Buddies & Baby Socials return from Monday 10th August!

📲 To book any of our sessions, simply WhatsApp Emma on 07913 708419.

🌐 Find out more at www.empathyholistics.co.uk

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