Services, Courses & Sessions
Changes Grandparents
Changes Grandparents is a fun and informal session that will give you an opportunity to find out all the latest advice and guidance for pregnancy and newborn baby care so that the new parents-to-be can be supported as much as possible. Click find out more for the up and coming online workshops.
Available online
Expectant parents New parents
Changes Antenatal
If you are expecting a child and live in Sandwell, you can attend a FREE antenatal course. Changes Antenatal is being delivered across Sandwell to help parents-to-be prepare for the birth of their new baby. The course has everything you need to prepare for labour and the arrival of your baby. These courses are being delivered face-to-face or as virtual sessions over Teams. Click find out more to see available courses online and within our Family Hubs
Available online
Expectant parents Parent support
Play, Talk, Read
Play Talk Read Sessions are interactive sessions for parents and their children under the age of 4. The sessions are led by a qualified early childhood professional who will provide parents with information and strategies on how to promote their child's language, literacy, and social-emotional development through play. The sessions also include fun activities that parents and children can do together to help their child learn and grow.
Available at: Galton Valley Centre, Great Arthur Street, Smethwick, B66 1DH
and 18 more locations
Families with toddlers
Born to Move - moving to music
Created exclusively for young children, BORN TO MOVE Early Years is focused on supporting imaginative, exploratory movement that’s fun and full of energy. Designed to nurture a life-long love of physical activity, BORN TO MOVE™ helps children experience the joy and vitality of moving to music.
Families with toddlers
Sensory for Toddlers
An interactive session that engages toddlers senses. Activities include arts and crafts, messy play, small world and more!
Available at: Wednesbury Library, WS10 9EH
and one more location
Families with toddlers
Sandy Bear Story Time
Sandy Bear Story Time Sessions are interactive story sessions for families with children under the age of 5. The sessions are led by a librarian or other qualified staff member who will read stories, sing songs, and play games to encourage early literacy and language development. These sessions also provide an opportunity for parents and carers to connect with other families.
Available at: Blackheath Library, B65 0EA
and 8 more locations
Families with toddlers
Aquanatal
Aquanatal classes are a fabulous activity for moms-to-be. They are expertly designed programmes that take a holistic approach to an expectant moms’ physical and mental well-being, combining relaxation with cardiovascular exercises to help prepare the body for birth. Click find out more to see FREE sessions available
Available at: West Bromwich Leisure Centre, Moor Street, West Bromwich, B70 7AZ
Expectant parents
Twilight Family Stay & Play Session
A chance for the whole family to come and spend time together through play, fun, games, singing and stories
Available at: Tipton Family Hub, DY4 0TB
and 5 more locations
New parents Families with toddlers Families with primary school children Families with teenagers
Paediatric First Aid
Sandwell Adult and Family Learning will lead this 2 hour course. This free course is for Sandwell's expectant or new parents only and provides an introduction on how to manage minor wounds, choking, CPR for babies and the recovery position. Click find out more to find the next available workshop.
Expectant parents New parents
Wellies in the Woods
An outdoor session involving exploration of nature and the outdoors. Outdoor themed activities and a healthy dose of fresh air.
Available at: All Saints Primary School, Wilford Road, West Bromwich, B71 1QN
and 4 more locations
Families with toddlers Families with primary school children