Playgroups are a great way to hone your baby's social skills from an early age - and resurrect your own.  Clapham NCT volunteers run the following weekly drop-in groups:

Battersea Chitter Chatter

A playgroup for children from 12 months to 4 years. Join us for lots of pre-walking and toddler fun, including a home corner, play tents, musical activities and painting. Snacks and a drink will be provided for the children, and coffee, tea and biscuits for parents and carers.
Day: Mondays
Time: Session 1: 9.30-10.20, Session 2: 10.30-11.45
Where: Battersea Arts Centre, Lavender Hill, SW11 5TN
Age range: Babies and toddlers over one year.
Donation: £2 per child, per session
Contact: chitterchatterbattersea@gmail.com

Battersea Bumps and Babes

Drinks, biscuits and the opportunity to drop in and chat with expectant mums and new parents (sorry, no carers/nannies).
Day: Mondays
Time: 10.30-12.00
Where: St Michaels Church (main entrance) Cobham Close SW11 6HR
Age range: Pregnant mums and under ones
Donation: £2
Contact: nctbumpsbabes@gmail.com

Clapham Playgroup

A playgroup for babies and toddlers. Tea and biscuits for the grown ups and light snacks for the children, lots of toys and space to run around, and a sing song at the end.
Day: Wednesdays
Time: 10.00-12 noon
Where: St John the Evangelist Church Hall, Clapham Road, SW9 0JJ
Age range: Babies and toddlers
Donation: £2 per child, £3 family
Contact: claphamplaygroup@gmail.com

Balham Pitter Patter

Aimed at parents and carers of newborns, crawlers and those attempting their first steps.  Join us for refreshments and take the opportunity to meet and chat with others going through the same experiences in a friendly and relaxed atmosphere. The babies will be able to enjoy some very gentle activities such as singing, soft play and stories, especially aimed at little ones.
Day: Wednesdays
Time: 10.00-11.30
Where: St Stephen's Church, Weir Road, Balham, SW12 0NU
Age range: under ones
Donation: £2.00 per child
Contact: pitterpatterbalham@gmail.com