Wednesday Baby Play - Hamstel (Under 1s)

baby on a play mat

A session for you and your baby to socialise and explore through different topics. For babies aged 0-12 months or just toddling. Older siblings cannot attend.

For babies aged 0 - 1 year or non-walkers. These sessions are free to attend. No booking is required for these sessions they are drop-in. Please note these sessions work on a first come, first serve basis. We will stop entry when the room reaches capacity due to health and safety.

A range of themed activities for your baby to explore and enjoy through sensory play. An opportunity for parents/carers to socialise and enjoy focussed play and bonding time with their baby.

Benefits from attending -

  • Introduces baby to early years foundation stage activities.
  • Supports child development of gross motor and fine motor skills.
  • Supports babys socialisation and communication skills.
  • Provides opportunities to learn through play.
  • Reduces isolation for parents/carers.
  • Opportunity for new friendships/relationships to be built.
  • Opportunity to receive peer support with expert advice on hand.
  • Parents confidence/self-esteem can be improved.
  • Babies receive a sensory experience and social stimulation.
  • Keepsakes such as babies hand/footprints.

Date: 6th January 2025 - 28th March 2025 Recurs weekly on Wednesday.

Location: Cambridge Road Family Centre 40-42 Cambridge Road Southend on Sea Essex SS1 1ES

Cost: FREE

Time: 10:00 - 11:00