Baby Steps

Baby Steps is an evidence-based education & support programme offered to expectant parents/carers living in Lambeth. 

It prepares all soon-to-be mums and dads for becoming a parent, even if you already have children.

It consists of a course of 6 antenatal classes attended towards the end of pregnancy and a further 3 once the baby is born. The sessions are designed to prepare soon-to-be parents for the transition to parenthood. Classes include information on labour & birth, caring for your baby, managing the stresses that parenthood can bring, relationship building & bonding with your baby. 

It is delivered in small groups across Lambeth in children’s centres at a time convenient for parents-to-be. It is facilitated by a combination of a health (midwife or health visitor) and parenting workers. This is a 6-week programme that starts when you are between 26 - 32 weeks pregnant.

Baby Steps is now offered across the borough by Lambeth Council.    

If you are currently pregnant, living in Lambeth and interested in taking part, you can register your interest now with Lambeth Parenting Support Service

Baby Steps supports pregnant women and their partners/family with: 

• having a baby
• becoming a parent
• giving their baby the best possible start

You learn how to care for a new baby and reduce the stress that often occurs.

Baby Steps usually takes place in small, relaxed group settings like local children's centres. 

Parents have the chance to meet other local parents and become more aware of local services. The team can explain plans for Baby Steps classes and any access requirements.

Katie joined the sessions. Let her tell you how it went.

By attending Baby Steps parents gain confidence in becoming parents whilst also meeting other parents in a relaxed group atmosphere.