Erdington Children's Centres

13/08/2026

Do you need infant feeding support? Or just someone to talk to about the ups and downs of feeding your baby?

Join our FREE infant feeding support group, led by trained peer supporters, we offer a safe, welcoming space where you're supported in your choices—no pressure, no judgement. Every feeding journey is different, and we’re here to help you find what works best for you and your baby. No booking required - just turn up!

📍Lakeside Children's Centre, 22 Lakes Road, Erdington, B23 7LY
🗓 Every Tuesday
🕙 10am - 11:30am

For help finding the venue or if you have any other questions, text, WhatsApp or call us on 0770 408 1700 💜📞

12/08/2026

👶🌸 DROP-IN BABY SHOWER AT ERDINGTON BEST START FAMILY HUB! 🌸👶

Are you expecting a baby, or supporting someone who is? 💕

Come along to our Baby Shower Drop-In Service at Erdington Best Start Family Hub at Lakeside!

Join us for a welcoming and informative morning packed with practical advice, activities and support to help you prepare for your baby’s arrival. 🍼✨

📅 Thursday 17th September 2027
⏰ 9:30am – 12:00pm
📍 Erdington Best Start Family Hub at Lakeside
Lakes Road, B23 7LY

🌟 What to expect:
👩‍⚕️ Information from midwives and health visitors
🛁 Baby bathing demonstrations
😴 Safe sleeping advice
👶 Nappy-changing demonstrations
🤱 Breastfeeding & infant feeding support
💉 Infant vaccination information
🤰 Empathy belly pregnancy simulator
📸 Pregnancy photo shoots
🎨 Interactive activities
☕ Light refreshments
🎁 Freebies!
💗 Open to all pregnant mothers, fathers, partners and close relatives.

No booking required – just come along!

📞 For more information, call 0121 752 1970.
Please share with any families who may benefit! 🥰

11/08/2026

Our Hodge Hill Best Start Family Hub, at Kitts Green Children's Centre has The Works bus tour on site today, feel free to pop down between 10-4pm, to have a look at what books are available, take part in some crafts and meet Zog. 🥳

10/08/2026

. 🚓🚑🚒 Local Emergency Services Day 🚒🚑🚓

Join an exciting day of family fun!

Come along and meet your local emergency services, enjoy interactive displays, and learn more about the vital work they do in our community.

📅 Thursday 13th August
🕛 12:00pm - 3:00pm
📍 McDonald's, College Road, Kingstanding, B44 0AA

What to Expect:

Emergency service displays
Meet local police, fire and ambulance teams
Family-friendly activities
Fun for all ages

Bring your family and friends and enjoy an afternoon of community engagement and fun!

Everyone is welcome. 🎉

08/08/2026

🚨 COME ALONG TODAY! 🚨 💚🧡💙

🎉 K.G.H. COMMUNITY ORGANISATION LAUNCH EVENT 🎉

Come along today for a fantastic FREE family day celebrating sport, health, wellbeing and community as we launch K.G.H. Community Organisation – Keeping Generations Healthy. ❤️

📅 TODAY – Saturday 8th August
⏰ 11:00am – 5:30pm
📍 Holford Drive Community Sports Hub, Perry Barr, Birmingham, B42 2TU

There’s something for everyone! 🙌
⚽ Football Tournament
🏏 Rounders Games
💪 Tug of War Challenge
🧗 Inflatable Assault Course
🀄 Dominoes Tournament
💃 Zumba & Stretching
🏰 Bouncy Castles & Kids’ Activities
🎵 Music & Entertainment
🍔 Food Vendors
💚 Health & Wellbeing Activities
🤝 Community Stalls & Local Services
✨ FREE ENTRY – EVERYONE WELCOME! ✨
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Bring the family, bring your friends and come along today! Let's get together, have some fun and celebrate community. ❤️

💚 Healthy Families • Stronger Communities • Thriving Generations 🧡

We look forward to seeing you there! 🎉

06/08/2026

🍽️ Free Family Meal at Lakeside Children's Centre! 💛

Looking for a warm, welcoming place to enjoy a delicious meal with your children?

Why not join FoodCycle Erdington every Monday at Lakeside Children's Centre for a free, freshly prepared meal and a chance to connect with other local families.

📅 Every Monday 🕐 1:00pm (During School Holidays)
📍 Lakeside Children's Centre Lakes Road, Erdington B23 7UH

This friendly community meal is open to parents and children, offering a relaxed environment to enjoy good food and good company together.

To attend, please contact the centre on 0121 752 1970.

We'd love to see you there! 💚


FoodCycle West Midlands

06/08/2026

We are very excited to host on Monday 10th August, our first ever Pop-Up Parenting Event and Play Session at our Castle Vale Best Start Family Hub.

We have 2 sessions taking place,

10am to 11.30am and 1pm to 2.30pm

Book on today, or come along on the day, get free parenting support with a free play session for the children.

05/08/2026

Breastfeeding Network Birmingham would like to hear the views of local parents and parents-to-be.

Your feedback will help shape future support and services for families.

The survey takes just 10 to 15 minutes to complete.
As a thank you for taking part, you will be entered into a prize draw to win a £25 National Book Token.

Help Shape the Future of Birmingham's Infant Feeding Service

We're reviewing our Infant Feeding Service and we'd love to hear from you!

Whether you've used our service, are expecting a baby, support families professionally, or simply live in Birmingham, your views matter.

By completing our short survey, you'll help us:
💙 Shape future support for families
📍 Decide where services should be delivered across Birmingham
🤱 Tell us what kind of breastfeeding support you'd like to see
👶 Share your views on antenatal sessions, Stay & Play groups and Wellbeing Walks
💬 Identify gaps and suggest new ideas for the future

The survey takes just 5–10 minutes to complete and your feedback will help us develop the service over the coming months. As a thank you for taking part, you will have the option to be included in a free prize draw to win a £25 National Book Token.

The survey can be accessed via the QR code, via Link Tree in bio or by following the link below:

https://forms.cloud.microsoft/e/41GSJU1iie

Please share as your views really matter to us 💜

05/08/2026

🌞 Join Us for Morning Munch with Family Voices – Come Along Today! 🥐☕

Looking for a friendly space to enjoy breakfast, meet other parents, and have your voice heard?

Come along today to Morning Munch at Best Start Family Hub Lakeside for a relaxed morning with breakfast provided. It's a great opportunity to connect with other families, share your experiences, and help shape the future of local family services across Birmingham.

💬 Why come along?
✨ Share your ideas and experiences
✨ Meet other parents and carers
✨ Help improve support, activities, and opportunities for families in your community
✨ Enjoy a free breakfast in a warm, welcoming environment

📍 Lakeside Children's Centre, Lakes Road, Erdington, B23 7LY 🕙 Today, 10:00am – 11:30am 📞 Book your place: 0121 752 1970.

We'd love to see you there and hear your voice! 💙

03/08/2026

Join the Breastfeeding Network Birmingham Tuesday 4th August 2026 for World Breast Feeding Week 2026

Do you need infant feeding support? Or just someone to talk to about the ups and downs of feeding your baby?

Join their FREE infant feeding support group, led by trained peer supporters, we offer a safe, welcoming space where you're supported in your choices—no pressure, no judgement.

Every feeding journey is different, and we’re here to help you find what works best for you and your baby. No booking required - just turn up!

📍Lakeside Children's Centre, 22 Lakes Road, Erdington, B23 7LY

🗓 Every Tuesday

🕙 10am - 12pm (extended for WBW)

🌍 To celebrate World Breastfeeding Week we have a special group this week, come along for a free photoshoot, cakes, crafts, community, conversation and of course - support. 🌍

For help finding the venue or if you have any other questions, text, WhatsApp or call us on 0770 408 1700 💜📞

Do you need infant feeding support? Or just someone to talk to about the ups and downs of feeding your baby?

Join our FREE infant feeding support group, led by trained peer supporters, we offer a safe, welcoming space where you're supported in your choices—no pressure, no judgement. Every feeding journey is different, and we’re here to help you find what works best for you and your baby. No booking required - just turn up!

📍Lakeside Children's Centre, 22 Lakes Road, Erdington, B23 7LY
🗓 Every Tuesday
🕙 10am - 12pm (extended for WBW)

🌍 To celebrate World Breastfeeding Week we have a special group this week, come along for a free photoshoot, cakes, crafts, community, conversation and of course - support. 🌍

For help finding the venue or if you have any other questions, text, WhatsApp or call us on 0770 408 1700 💜📞