Frequently Asked Questions About Parenting & Health Visitor Support

Baby Steps offers bespoke private group courses for Baby & Child First Aid & Home Safety and Weaning Without Worry™. Sessions can be tailored around your questions, concerns and experience, so you can focus on what matters most to you and those who share the course with you.

Private courses are ideal for groups of friends, NCT or antenatal groups, new parents, grandparents, family members or anyone who will be caring for a baby or young child. Or of course just for you. If you or a group of friends/family would like to learn together, get in touch and we can discuss your requirements.

Yes. You can book a private Baby First Aid course, a Weaning Without Worry™ course, or discuss your group's needs with me in advance so I can tailor the class to everyone's needs. Weaning Without Worry™ includes First Aid for Weaning - gagging, choking practicing on manikins and allergies.

Absolutely. That's one of the benefits of booking privately. I can adapt the courses around you /your group's questions, concerns and stage of parenting, with plenty of time for discussion and questions.

You can come to the peaceful Baby Steps Studio in Hindhead (GU26 6DG), or I can travel to your home or another suitable location. Private baby courses are available across London, Surrey, Hampshire, the South Coast and the surrounding areas.

Yes. I can bring the class to you, making it easy for you, friends, family members or parent groups to learn together in a familiar and comfortable environment. Make the course a social occasion with food and drink!

Private group bookings start just for you or a couple, and can be hosted for small groups of up to as many people as you feel the space is comfortable. Get in touch so we can discuss what would work best.

Private baby group courses start from £250 for 1-4 people, with additional participants charged at £50 per person. Travel costs, parking and London Congestion Charge costs may apply when the course is delivered away from the Baby Steps Studio.

Yes. I offer private Baby & Child First Aid and Home Safety courses at the Baby Steps Studio in Hindhead (GU26 6DG) and can also travel to locations across Surrey, Hampshire and the Portsmouth area. Travel costs, parking and London Congestion Charge costs may apply when the course is delivered away from the Baby Steps Studio.

Yes. I am happy to travel to London for private bookings depending on travel time. Additional travel expenses, parking and London Congestion Charge costs may apply depending on the location.

Absolutely. The course is designed to give parents practical guidance and reassurance as they prepare to introduce solids. A private session also gives your group plenty of opportunity to ask questions specific to your babies and your own weaning journey. The course includes First Aid for Weaning - gagging, choking, allergies practicing on manikins.

Yes. First aid for Weaning is an important part of Weaning Without Worry™. You'll learn how to recognise the difference between gagging and choking, what to do if your baby chokes and how to respond to an allergic reaction, practicing on manikins.

Absolutely. Private courses are a great way for grandparents and other family members to learn the same essential skills, knowledge and feel confident caring for your baby.

Babies are very welcome, particularly both Baby and Child First Aid and Weaning Without Worry™ sessions. The relaxed format allows time for feeds, cuddles, nappy changes and anything else your baby may need during the session.

I am happy to travel across London, Surrey, Hampshire and surrounding areas. Do get in touch so we can find the best solution for your booking.