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Snacks are a great way of providing young children with extra energy and nutrients between meals. Many groups like to offer families a chance to share a snack – perhaps all sitting round the table together is one of the highlights of your session.Read more

Running a community-based baby and toddler group means that, as leaders, you need to ensure that everyone – volunteers, paid staff, families and visitors – are kept safe when they attend one of your sessions.Read more

ÎÞÂëÌìÌà early years development manager Alison Heseltine shares suggestions for creating treasure baskets that stimulate the senses and curiosity

For many families, baby and toddler groups are a key part of supporting young...Read more

Do the books in your baby and toddler group represent the wide variety of children and families who attend - or may attend one day?

Inclusive Books for Children (IBC) has revealed the 13 books that made it onto the shortlists for their...Read more

If your list of New Year’s resolutions includes giving back and making a change then consider becoming a NeoHero with the .Read more

There have been a number reports on social media and in the press about a recent incident involving silicone feeding bowlsRead more

Alison Heseltine, early years development manager at the ÎÞÂëÌìÌÃ, explains the benefits of volunteers at baby and toddler groups, alongside tips on how to make them feel valued and supported  Read more

Starting up a new baby and toddler group can seem a daunting task, so we’ve spoken to Fiona, Annette, Heather, Hope, Penny and Farzana, our team of early years leads in BradfordRead more

Although autumn may seem dark and chilly, it’s a time of year when nature puts on quite a show. The changing colours of the leaves alongside the arrival of conkers and...Read more