Antenatal Classes

NCT’s antenatal classes are extremely popular and parents to be should book as soon as possible. Antenatal classes are also great for DIY postnatal support and many a lifelong friendship has grown out of NCT antenatal classes. Contact Julie on 0844 243 6046 or bookings4j@nct.org.uk

Bra Fittings

Contact Amanda Schofield for a no obligation fitting on 0844 2436046 or email a_l_hughes2002@yahoo.co.uk

Branch Meetings

Take place every month and are open to everyone. See the newsletter or website for dates and venue or email sarah@piglets.org

Breast Pump Hire

For mothers in Beckenham and Borders with difficulties in the early weeks of breastfeeding, or who want to return to work and continue to breastfeed, electric breast pumps are invaluable. If you or someone you know needs a breast pump contact Mel Skinner: mel1skinner@hotmail.com

Car Seat Centre

Offers free advice on correct use and fitting of all child car seats, for more information telephone 020 8313 4498 for Bromley or 020 8314 2254 for Lewisham.

Childcare

Families Information Service offers a free service for anyone needing support and information regarding childcare and child/family related issues. For the London Borough of Bromley contact 020 8464 0276, for Lewisham contact 0800 085 0606.

Classes For Second Time Parents

It’s different the second time round – there are refresher classes for people expecting another baby. Contact Julie on 0844 243 6046 or bookings4j@nct.org.uk.

Home Birth Meetings

To help you prepare for your home birth. See the event section of the website for meeting dates and contact details.

Membership

If you want to join NCT, you can do it online via www.nct.org.uk/join. If you have queries about an existing membership, contact Amanda at a_l_hughes2002@yahoo.co.uk.

Nearly New Sales

A fantastic source of good quality equipment, baby clothes, toys and maternity wear. Also a profitable outlet for your stock of outgrown and unwanted items. Further information is listed on the Nearly New Sale pages or contact NCTSales-beckenham@hotmail.co.uk

Newsletter

Regular features on pregnancy, birth and parenting plus details of local NCT events. Newsletters are sent to all NCT members in the branch. Contributed articles are always welcome – please email lenebryant@hotmail.com

Real Nappies

Both the London Borough of Bromley and Lewisham offer grants towards the cost of real nappies. For Bromley, contact Bromley's Real Nappy Information Service on 020 8313 4913 or visit www.bromley.gov.uk/realnappies. For Lewisham, visit http://www.realnappiesforlondon.org.uk/apply/ or telephone 020 8314 2245.

Relax, Stretch & Breathe Classes

A weekly class of stretches and relaxation for women over 12 weeks pregnant, with lots of extra information for labour and afterwards, held in Bromley on Saturday mornings. Contact Cath Narracott on 020 8462 2004.

Post Natal Teas

Informal get-togethers for new mothers, hosted by local NCT members that are invaluable for meeting new mothers in your neighbourhood. You should be contacted by your local post natal tea organiser who will invite you to her house one afternoon to meet other mothers in your post code who have babies of a similar age. Further information is detailed on the Post Natal Teas page under the Early Days section.

Twins and Multiple Births

Beckenham & Bromley Twins Club have a mother & toddler group held Tuesdays and Fridays during term time and summer holidays. Contact www.beckenhamandbromleytwinsclub.co.uk or 020 8313 1779.

Valley Cushion Hire

These special cushions are available to hire for post-natal comfort. Contact Mel Skinner on 020 8778 1757.

Volunteers

Volunteering is a fantastic way to make new friends; it’s the only way that the branch can operate as everyone who makes this branch a success is a volunteer. It’s also a good way to keep your brain in gear and have something to put on your CV if you go back to work. Take a look at the Get Involved page to find out about our current vacancies or just get in touch if you would like to get involved.