Babes in the Wood

"Babes in the Wood has been a really significant healthy part of my life as a new mum. I came from when she was about 6 weeks and she’s now 9 months. It’s easy to feel isolated at home with a new baby. My partner works long hours and I don’t have any family locally. This group has become one of my tribes. Polly creates such a lovely safe laidback space where you can simply come and be, sit and feed your baby or hold them as they sleep and chat to other mums and dads all of whom are on this journey of new parenting.

There’s also opportunities for play and exploration as your baby grows.

The walk there and back is great for boosting my mood and I never regret making the effort to get out to the woods. However ever you feel and whatever the weather there is always shelter, a comfortable place to rest, warm drinks and toast cooked on the fire.  

I highly recommend treating yourself to some waterproofs and a sun hat and coming to this wonderful place throughout the year.

As a Forest School practitioner myself I’ve been able to experience the benefits of returning regularly to this wild woodland space with a wonderful group of people and when I feel good, life is much easier with my baby."

Eleanor, Glossop, first time mummy