NCT North Bedfordshire

15/06/2026

Bumps & Babes is a drop in group for anyone with a pre crawling baby. You get refreshments (often cake) and time to chat, ask questions, get support in a relaxed friendly atmosphere.
Sling hire provides an opportunity to try a couple of carriers (we have lots of options), learn how to use them safely, on your own, without help. You can hire £15 for one carrier for 4 weeks or 2 carriers for 2 weeks or a stretchy (or caboo) for 3 months. Payment is cash or card.

Dads, grannies, aunties, friends are welcome too.

15/06/2026

Every decision is yours, make sure you have enough information of the benefits and repercussions, then listen to your instincts. If you want to be better informed join an NCT course (antenatal, new baby or introducing solids)

09/06/2026

Our friends at King's House are hosting Little Loves Fayre this weekend. Unfortunately we can't make it, but you may find other brands you love there!

02/06/2026

All are welcome to these drop in sessions, turn up at any point! There's plenty of parking when you turn in.
Refreshments, chat & support. It's a small, friendly group

01/06/2026

Here are the June sling hire dates. All sessions are open to anyone.
You are welcome to come and try some carriers/slings. All our carriers meet the most recent safety standards and we will ensure you know how to use it comfortably and safely.
Hiring costs £15 for one carrier for a month or 2 carriers for 2 weeks (useful to compare carriers) or 3 months for stretchy wraps or caboos. Cash or card.

01/06/2026

So helpful and knowledgeable. Do call if you have any feeding concerns, no question too small.
Open to all

The NCT Infant Feeding Line is here when you need to talk things through, or ask that question that's been bouncing around in your head all day. We're here for you, no matter how you're feeding your baby.

The Infant Feeding Line offers real support, from someone who understands. Call us on 0300 330 0700, we're open 8am - Midnight, 365 days a year.

28/05/2026

Locally we continue to support families beyond antenatal classes (NCT or other) through our Bumps & Babes group on Thursdays and our sling library (also Thursdays + visits to Family hubs each month).
Our fabulous Nearly New sales are not to be missed, great bargains in clothing, toys, equipment etc etc all laid out in sizes ready for you (watch this space for the autumn sale).
If you have any questions about feeding your baby do call the NCT feeding line on 0300 330 0700 8am-midnight every day of the year. They are brilliant.

NCT’s work reaches far beyond antenatal classes.

From infant feeding support, peer support programmes, and campaigning for improved maternity care, our mission remains centred on parents.

Our 70th anniversary celebrates every part of NCT’s contributions to pregnant women and parents across the UK ☀️

27/05/2026

Even during half term, Bumps & Babes continues.
There'll be refreshments (including cake), chat & support in a relaxed atmosphere.
Sling hire will be there too-you can try some carriers and hire if that would help you.
Going on holiday? hire a carrier :) Expecting another baby? hire a carrier :) Want to babywear? come and try some to find the perfect one for you-it needs to be easy to put on and comfortable, there are lots of carriers out there, we can help you (and show you how to use it safely).

22/05/2026

Useful feeding advice for the hot weather:

https://www.facebook.com/share/p/17XBQG6PpV/

First heatwave of the year about to hit the UK