As part of our commitment to help ease the financial hardship and struggles families face, our charity operates from a dedicated premises in Westcliff-on-Sea called Labyrinth House under a peppercorn lease. As well as housing the Baby Bank, in the course of 2022/23 Labyrinth House has evolved into an innovative Family Hub and has two additional functions: a) as a seed bed centre for start-up charities and public bodies sharing the same objectives, mission, aims and objectives of the Charity and b) an exemplar Family Hub addressing child poverty, educational development and other related community services.
Related Activities:
Below is a list of all the services families can access at Labyrinth House in partnership with Sunshine Baby Bank.
Mondays 10:00am-11:00am
Mother and Toddler yoga
In this class you will be able to bond and have fun with your little ones while practicing yoga in a playful way that engages the child and parent together.
Mondays 12:00pm-3:30pm
Infant Breastfeeding Group
This is a free service delivered by the Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust. This is a drop-in session every Monday (excluding bank holidays). Meet the team for support with:
Mondays 6:30pm-7:30pm
Pregnancy Yoga
Take time out for yourself and your growing baby to truly connect and blossom your bond together. Pregnancy yoga allows you to gentle build your strength and stamina ready for welcoming your baby into the world.
Tuesdays 09:00am-12:00pm
Sunshine Stay-and-Plays
This is a free session for families living an A Better Start Southend ward. Join the team on a Tuesday for a play time session for children aged 4 and under. Our groups include express arts, bookable slots with early years professionals, tea and snacks.
You can register your interest here
Tuesdays
12:30-1:30pm - Mother and Baby Yoga
This is a free session for mothers living in A Better Start Southend ward and facilitated by Yoga4All instructor, Amy. Practising yoga with your baby helps the two of you bond and have some special time together.
Wednesdays
09:00-11:30am - Sunshine Stay-and-Plays
This is a free session for families living in an A Better Start Southend ward. Join the team on a Tuesday for a play time session for children aged 4 and under. Our groups include expressive arts, bookable slots with early years professionals, tea, and snacks.
You can register for the session here
Wednesdays
7:15-8:15pm - Gentle Flowing Yoga
Join experienced yoga instructor, Carmen Woods on a journey of relaxation through the art of yoga. A friendly class suitable for all ages and abilities. We practice yoga poses, meditation, breathing exercises, heart focused affirmations and gentle flowing movement.
Email abreathoflightyoga@gmail.com to book
Thursdays
4:00-6:00pm - The Party Club (every other Thursday)
A free after school club at Labyrinth House for children with special educational needs.
You can register your interest here
Fridays
Labour of Love Project (10 weeks) *PAUSED
Funded by the Community Investment Board, this is a free project for all young mums under 25. Join Elevator Arts in a creative journey working alongside a talented textile artist and filmmaker to craft a vibrant community quilt and a film, capturing the beautiful, unique experience of young motherhood. No sewing experience needed.
You can register your interest here
Infant Massage (5 week course)
You and your baby are invited to join our 5 week massage course, this is a great time to spend with your baby with many health and wellbeing benefits.
Please email Dominique West to express your interest in baby massage courses
Monday-Friday
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