Nurturing Maternity Support

04/11/2026

Hello from Louise & the Coffee Bank team at 6 Silver Street Ottery St Mary

We’ve got some lovely events coming up at The Coffee Bank, and we can’t wait to welcome you along! From supportive community gatherings to festive fun, there’s something for everyone. ❤️

🌸 THE NURTURE CIRCLE – EVERY TUESDAY
🕙 10:00am – 11:30am

A welcoming drop-in session where parents can connect, access support and feel a little less alone during feeding and early parenthood.

Whether you’re breastfeeding, bottle feeding, combination feeding, pumping, pregnant or simply looking for some company and community, everyone is welcome. 💕

🚗 CAR BUYING CLINIC – MONDAY 16TH NOVEMBER
🕚 11:00am – 1:30pm

Thinking about buying or selling a car?

Come along for a friendly, informal chat where you can ask questions, get advice and explore your options. Whether you’re just starting to think about changing your car or have some burning questions, pop in and say hello!

🎄 CHRISTMAS WREATH MAKING WORKSHOP – LYDIA BAILYS & COMPANY

We’re delighted to welcome Lydia Bailys & Company back to The Coffee Bank for their 5th year of Christmas wreath-making workshops!

Gather your friends, enjoy a delicious hot drink and Christmas treat, and get creative making your very own beautiful Christmas wreath using freshly foraged greenery.

✨ Spaces are limited, so don’t miss out!

🎟️ Tickets available here:
https://www.lydiabailysandcompany.com/our-events

🎅 CHILDREN’S CHRISTMAS EVENT – COMING SOON!

And of course, we couldn’t let Christmas pass without something special for our littlest customers! ❤️

We’re busy planning our children’s Christmas event, and we can’t wait to share what we’ve got in store!

🎄 Keep your eyes peeled on our social media for more details and the announcement of our Christmas event dates!

31/10/2026

26/10/2026

Pregnancy can bring a lot of information — and even more opinions.

You may find yourself wondering what you really need to know, which advice to trust and how you are supposed to prepare for birth, feeding, newborn care and life afterwards without becoming completely overwhelmed.

You do not need to learn everything at once or prepare for every possible outcome perfectly.

What helps is having clear, reliable information in one place, time to explore your options and practical guidance you can return to whenever you need it.

The Nurturing Maternity Support online antenatal course supports you through:

Labour and birth
Choices and common interventions
Comfort and birth-partner support
Feeding and newborn care
Postpartum recovery and the fourth trimester

Learn at your own pace, with downloadable resources, specialist relaxation sessions and ongoing access to support.

You do not have to prepare for birth and parenthood alone. 💚

www.nurturingmaternitysupport.co.uk

26/10/2026

🌿 Nurture Circle Update 🌿

Just a little reminder that there will be no Nurture Circle this week (Tuesday 27th October).

We'll be back as usual next Tuesday, 3rd November, at The Coffee Bank in Ottery St Mary, from 10am–11.30am.

Looking forward to seeing you all then! 💕

Aimee x

24/10/2026

👶💕 A day at The Baby Show!

Today I'm at The Baby Show at Olympia London, exploring all the latest products, innovations and ideas for pregnancy, birth and life with a newborn! 🍼✨

As an antenatal educator, I believe it's so important to keep learning, discovering what's new and staying up to date with the products and resources available to expectant and new parents.

From clever baby essentials to innovative products designed to make those early days a little easier, I'm looking forward to seeing what's on offer, chatting with brands and discovering things I can share with the families I support through Nurturing Maternity Support. 💚

After all, helping parents feel informed, confident and prepared isn't just about teaching antenatal classes — it's about being able to offer practical, impartial advice and signpost families towards products and resources that genuinely meet their needs.

I'm excited to see what I discover today! 🥰

19/10/2026

Bonding with your baby does not always happen in one overwhelming, picture-perfect moment.

Some parents feel an immediate rush of connection. For others, the relationship develops more gradually as they recover from birth, adjust to broken sleep and begin getting to know the little person in front of them.

Both experiences can be completely normal.

Newborn babies communicate through small cues: turning towards you, bringing their hands to their mouth, changing their movements, becoming restless or looking away when they need a pause.

You will not recognise every cue immediately. Getting to know your baby takes time, and confidence often grows through ordinary moments — holding them close, responding when they need comfort, feeding them, changing them and simply spending time together.

The Nurturing Maternity Support online antenatal course explores newborn behaviour, early cues and the fourth trimester, helping parents approach those first weeks with realistic expectations and greater confidence.

Because connection is not something you have to perform perfectly. It is a relationship you build together. 💚

www.nurturingmaternitysupport.co.uk

13/10/2026

Preparing for a baby is not only about buying equipment and learning how to change a nappy.

Becoming parents can change your routines, responsibilities and relationship almost overnight. Both of you may be tired, learning and trying to work out what your new family needs.

Talking before the baby arrives can make those early weeks feel more manageable.

Who might prepare meals or handle household jobs?
How will you share rest when nights are unsettled?
What support would feel helpful during feeding?
How will you manage visitors and protect time together?
How will you tell each other when you are struggling?

Everything does not need to be divided perfectly or equally. Needs will change from day to day. What matters is continuing to communicate, noticing when one person is carrying too much and approaching the adjustment as a team.

The Nurturing Maternity Support online antenatal course helps couples prepare for birth, newborn care and the realities of life together during the fourth trimester.

Because preparing for a baby also means preparing to become parents together. 💚

www.nurturingmaternitysupport.co.uk

08/10/2026

Many expectant parents quietly worry that everyone else will somehow know what to do with a newborn — and they won’t.

How do you hold such a tiny baby safely?
How often should you change them?
What do you need for bathing, dressing and cord care?
How will you know whether they are too warm or too cold?

These are practical skills, not instincts you are expected to be born with.

Confidence usually develops gradually, through understanding what your baby needs, practising everyday care and discovering what works for your family.

You do not need to know everything before your baby arrives. But learning the basics beforehand can make those early days feel less daunting and give you a calmer starting point.

The Nurturing Maternity Support online antenatal course includes clear, realistic guidance on everyday newborn care, helping parents feel more prepared without expecting perfection.

Because becoming confident with your baby is something you grow into. 💚

www.nurturingmaternitysupport.co.uk