THE MUM'S VILLAGE
It takes a Village - come and join ours
Mum & Baby Group in Hartley Wintney, Hampshire
The Mum's Village is a relaxed, welcoming space run by Fiona from Hypnatal Birthing.
A monthly informal group for mums and babies, designed to support you through the wild journey of parenthood.
These informal meet-ups are for mums at every stage of parenthood. Whether you're pregnant, in the new postnatal stage with a newborn, or in the toddler stage, this is your chance to take a breather, enjoy hot drinks, and connect with other friendly local mums who are in a similar stage to you.
With a selection of mats and toys, the little ones will be entertained so you can hopefully enjoy a drink whilst it's actually hot!
There’s no commitment to come to every one, just a lovely bunch of mums and a space where you can feel a bit more like you again. You don’t have to do it all on your own. This is your village, and we’d love to have you in it.
My Village Disappeared Overnight
Why Did I Start 'The Mum's Village'?
My first baby, Henry, was born right at the start of the first COVID-19 lockdown and so I desperately felt like that my Village was taken away from me.
Yes, I had friends and an antenatal group I could chat to online, but we couldn't meet up regularly and I found that so isolating. Nowhere to go, no-one to talk to in real life, no baby classes to give us some structure.
I just wanted to get out the house, have a coffee, and chat to others about how BLOODY HARD this was (why did no-one prepare us?!) This is why I feel so passionately about creating this community, this Village, that is so needed when you're raising tiny little humans - the most exhausting, draining, all-consuming job you'll ever have (but also pretty incredible too!)
The WhatsApp Community
If you can’t make the meet-ups or just fancy staying in touch between them, there’s also our WhatsApp community.
It’s a really friendly, down-to-earth space full of lovely mums who just get it! A perfect place to share recommendations, ask questions, have a little rant and support each other through the everyday ups and downs.
There is no expectation or pressure to reply all the time, just dip in and out as much or as little as you like. Even just seeing the messages can give you that bit of reassurance you need that you are in fact absolutely smashing it (even if it doesn't feel like it a lot of the time!)
It’s a real community where mums lift each other up, no judgment, just kindness and understanding. If you're wanting to meet some other mums and have a space where you can just be yourself, this is the perfect place for you.
When is the next mum & baby meet-up?
Location
Jubilee Hall, part of the Victoria Hall Complex in Hartley Wintney
(perfectly located if you live in Hampshire, Berkshire or Surrey)
Date
Monday 15th June
Monday 20th July
Monday 14th September
Monday 12th October
Monday 9th November
Monday 14th December
Time
10am - 12pm (come when you can, don't stress if you're late)
Cost
Only £7 - price includes unlimited hot drinks & biscuits!
Do I need to know someone already coming?
Absolutely not! Some mums come without knowing anyone on their first time, and leave with some new mum mates in tow. I will always welcome you in and make sure you're introduced to people when you arrive.
Do I need to book?
Yes, it's so easy to book a ticket here.
Fancy a child-free evening with some other mums?
The Motherhood Exhale is what you need!
A monthly moment of calm, twinkly lights, honest and open chat, hot drinks and snacks, and some proper rest and relaxation!
Book on to my next mum's relaxation evening here.
Trust me - your future self will thank you!