HandPrints Magazine

Handprints FREE • Spring Spring 2009

M A G A z I N E

The Stokes Edition Covering North Bristol and South Gloucestershire

Read more inside about:

Choosing Childcare, Money Saving & Debt Advice, Community Information, Holiday Ideas & Little Monster Baby & Toddler Show

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Debutots Early years Drama On Tour for World Storytelling Day! Why not bring a magical world of story, drama and imaginative play to your school, nursery or toddler group? This March, Debutots is going on tour to meet lots of little drama kings and queens across Bristol and South Gloucestershire!

Debutots currently provides a unique blend of interactive storytelling and dramatic play in popular weekly classes for parents and children aged 6 months – 7 years on Monday, Wednesday and Saturday mornings in Bradley Stoke and Henleaze.

But, did you know that Debutots classes are carefully developed to link with the EYFS and KS1 curricula making them perfect for your local school, nursery, after school club or toddler group?

To celebrate World Storytelling Day on 20th March you can book a workshop for your school, nursery or toddler group during the whole month of March with a 25% discount on normal prices and, if you are very, very lucky, you could even book a FREE* session on World Storytelling Day! (*Available on 20th March only with limited places allocated on a first come first served basis.)

Just call Lucy on 01454 612063 or email lucy@debutots.co.uk to book your session and find out more about how Debutots can enrich your curriculum.

You can also enjoy taster sessions at many local events coming soon; including the I-Can Roadshow 21st Feb, Little Monster Baby and Toddler Show on 8th March and Jump Toddler Week 16th – 20th March. Come along and join in the fun!

“Handprints magazine is the best magazine I have read for new Mums, I was given a copy by my health visitor and it was great to find out about local groups, Brilliant! ” Stephanie, Bradley Stoke Mum to Josephine, 6 months

WIN LITTLE MONSTER BABy & TODDLER SHOW TICkETS! For your chance to win a pair of tickets to the Little Monster Baby & Toddler Show email hello@handprintsmagazine.co.uk with the answer to the following question:

Where will the Little Monster Baby & Toddler Show be held in Bristol in 2009?

Closing date for competition Sunday 1st March 2009. First five correct entries will receive 1x pair of tickets to show. 5 Pairs of tickets available as prize.

Next issue: Summer 2009 To advertise please contact: 01454 612128 or email hello@handprintsmagazine.co.uk To send information for events and directory please contact: hello@handprintsmagazine.co.uk If you would like some free copies of handprints Magazine please call 01454 612128 or email hello@handprintsmagazine.co.uk Any original materials submitted for publication are sent at owner’s own risk and, while every care is take, Handprints Magazine does not accept liability for loss or damage. Handprints Magazine is an independent community publication and whilst we take care in producing this magazine but we cannot be held responsible for the claims of advertisers nor for the accuracy of the contents or for any consequence.

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Welcome to Handprints Magazine

We are Lisa and Lucy and we met for the first time just over two years ago when we went to a local Parent and Toddler Group called Handprints, where we were made to feel welcome and were able to meet other parents and carers and relax for a couple of hours with good company, a cuppa and great cake.

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s new Mums we found that although there were plenty of things to do for new mums and children it was mostly through word of mouth or by chance that you would find out about them, and once you did, you needed the confidence to go and try them alone which is never easy.

So here we are two years later both with growing families and even more challenges along the way….

We had an idea to produce a truly local guide jam packed with information, resources, hints and advice for parents and carers of pre-school children. From this idea came a vision: “We want to increase access to activities, information and resources to new families and we want to produce a local guide that is relevant to our readers and their community.

We want to become a link between local groups, classes, clubs, retailers, small businesses, employers and most importantly our readers” In this edition we have features on weaning, choosing a pre-school, money making and money saving ideas and much more. We know that you are all feeling the pinch right now so our advertisers have offered some great deals and special offers, please support them and let them know you found out about them from Handprints Magazine – we all need to pull together and support our local businesses.

In March we will be exhibiting at the Little Monster Baby and Toddler Show and we even have some FREE tickets to the show to give away.

We also have the beginnings of what we want to become a truly invaluable directory for parents and carers, if you know of a listing that should be in there contact us because we want to include everybody.

Happy reading,

Lucy & Lisa

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Weaning

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few helpful tips around weaning your baby; each baby is individual and you need to be guided by your baby:

• The Department of Health (2006) recommend that babies can be weaned onto solid food at around six months; • Baby rice is good to start weaning with, at a time when your baby is not overly hungry or tired. A few teaspoons initially are recommended.

• If your baby will not accept the rice off a spoon, they are probably not ready for weaning just yet • Once your baby can accept the baby rice well, you can introduce fruit purees (e.g. pear, apple etc), then try pureed vegetables, slowly increasing the amount that you offer your baby.

• Around 6 ½ months babies can be offered lumpy textures and require sources of iron. This can include offering your baby meat and fish at least once a day. Finger foods should also be offered around this time (e.g cheese, rusks, toast with butter, well cooked egg etc).

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New Breastfeeding Group From Friday Feb 27th 2009 there will be a breastfeeding group for new (and experienced) mums in the Little Stoke Sure Start Centre.

Contact Debbie Jeffrey on 01454 616843 for more information.

The following should be avoided: • Foods that are high in salt, (salt should not be added to foods you are cooking for your baby) • Sugary foods • Honey, as occasionally this contains a bacteria that babies guts are unable to tolerate until 1 year • Nuts and nut products for the first year, (if there is a family history of allergies speak to your health visitor for advice).

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Ordinary mums…

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Wanting to lose weight, getting fit and move to a healthier lifestyle?

We’re with you all the way… s Personal Training s Nutritional Advice s s Sports Massage s s Also specialising in Pre- and Post-Natal Exercise s

Contact Cecilia at Energise Body & Mind on 07970 514 001

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You don’t have to accept a tired and aching back or say good bye to your pre pregnancy body. Energise Body & Mind specialise in pre and post natal personal training and nutritional advice. We will help you keep strong and supple for the most important nine months of your life. Once you’ve had your bundle of joy we will show you how to develop a body able to cope with all the lifting and carrying that comes with being a new mum.

If you would like to know more please contact Cecilia at Energise Body & Mind: 07970 514 001

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cHilDcare

Childcare Choices…

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oday you could quite easily become confused with the childcare choices available - nurseries, play-groups, pre-schools, childminders and nannies – which makes any decision very difficult.

We hear terms like EYFS, Sessions, Funding, SEN, Ofsted but do we really know what they mean to us as parents or carers? Handprints Magazine will be taking close look at childcare options in future editions – its something quite close to our hearts. Our first look is at a local pre-school in Winterbourne Down: How many of you can think back to the days of flares, platform heels, no computer games and just 3 channels on your TV? Yes, it’s the 1970’s which was when Linda Edgar began her career with what is now Winterbourne Down Pre School as a Playgroup Helper. 30 years on and now Linda is the manager of the pre-school serving the communities of Winterbourne, Bradley Stoke, Hambrook, Emersons Green and Downend.

“We work in partnership with families to develop each child as an individual. It is important for young children to develop their social skills and we often see that our children build independence and cope well with the move to Big School. We work with local primary schools to encourage this.”

WINTERBOURNE DOWN PRE-SCHOOL • Established charity run, community pre school • Safe, secure & stimulating environment for 2 - 5 year olds • Current Pre School Leader in post for 30 years • OFSTED approved curriculum • All staff NVQ qualified • Individual care & Key Worker for all children • Nursery Education Grants - funding available for all 3 & 4 year olds • Children not required to be toilet trained • Up to 6 sessions per week for 3-5yrs • Half days, Full days & Lunch sessions available • Feeding Primary Schools in Winterbourne, Hambrook, Bradley Stoke, Emersons Green & surrounding areas To discuss your child’s individual needs, contact Linda Edgar, Pre School Leader, on 07891 100467 email winterbournedownpreschool@gmail.com or call in to see us.

Spaces available now !

All Saints Church Hall, Church Road, Winterbourne Down, Bristol, BS36 1BX

Talking to Linda made me realise that although many things may have changed in the past 30 years – new Governments, recessions, computer games, digital TV, CD’s, DVD’s (you know all those things we take for granted.) There is one thing that has remained the same at Winterbourne Down Pre-school – Children love to Play! No matter what Government initiatives or policies are in place Learning Through Play in a safe and secure environment has always been the most important factor for children.

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the age of 2 daily sessions where they can enjoy the freedom to play explore and investigate. We provide lots of fun and stimulating activities including craft, construction, stories, IT and, very importantly, outdoor play.”

“We provide sessions for over 3’s on Tuesday, Wednesday & Friday between 9am and 3pm and are we also able to offer a session on Monday’s for under 3’s between 9.15 – 11.10am.”

“When I started working in the pre-school it was called a play-group, this is just one of the things

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childcare which have changed over the years. I am proud to say that I am now teaching children whose parents used to attend as children – now that’s a great recommendation!”

If you are considering a pre-school for your children you may be surprised to hear that you don’t need to wait until September to enrol “At Winterbourne Down we welcome children the term after they are three, or even two in our Monday sessions.” Just call Linda for a chat and to arrange a visit for more information.

Handprints Magazine Tips and Advice Top 5 tips when looking for childcare: • Allow yourself plenty of time Research all your options • Be prepared with a list of questions that are key to your decision making – for example the opening hours, fees, provision of food etc.

• Visit more than one provider • Think about your child’s age and needs and also your own needs – eg: work hours, pick up times, days available • Ask for references Pre-schools often accept children from the age of two, it is important to think about applying for a place early as many are full well in advance.

Every three and four year old in England is entitled to a minimum of 12.5 hours of free early learning per week, in nurseries, playgroups, preschools or at their childminders for 38 weeks of the year. This will rise to 15 hours a week from 2010, delivered flexibly over a minimum of three days.

There are some great websites which provide help and information when choosing childcare.

Try some of these for starters:

If you would like more information about Winterbourne Down Pre-School you can call them on 07891 100467 or email winterbournedownpreschool@ googlemail.com or log on to www.winterbournedownpreschool.com

www.parentlineplus.org.uk www.direct.gov.uk www.parentscentre.gov.uk www.childcarelink.gov.uk

Our own Handprints Directory also has contact details for local pre-schools, nurseries and childminders .

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community

News from Southern Brooks Community Partnership

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s parents do you like your local park?

Are the facilities the best they can be for your children? Could you see a better future for your children’s play needs?

Funding is available to make these spaces better, through National Lottery Community Spaces!

How to improve your park... Your support is necessary to gain access to this funding. Without your support park improvements cannot be made! We need to bring together a group of local people keen to help change this space. A Community Worker is here to support you every step of the way. Here is your chance to become involved!

Meade Park Friends Group, Saturday 21st February, 1-2pm at Little Stoke Community Hall Little Stoke Park Group, Saturday 21st February, 2.30-3.30pm at Little Stoke Community Hall Trust Ground Improvement Group, Wednesday 4th February & 11th March, 7-9pm at Old School Rooms Cafe Forty Acres Nature Conservation Group, 26th January and 9th March, 7.30pm at Little Stoke Community Hall Play equipment will be available at the first 3 meetings if you need to bring your children along.

Young people are welcome to meetings too!

Call 01454 868570 to book your place or email honorafarley@sbcommunitypartnership.org.uk for more information go to www.sbcommunitypartnership.org.uk Other Events: Indoor quality as new sale: Charborough Road School, Filton Park, Saturday 7 March, 11.00 am - 12.30pm.

Call 0117 9695448 to register as a seller or email jeanne.clements@blueyonder.co.uk.

Car boot sale: Saturday 9 May, 11.00 am - 1.00 pm Call 0117 9315863 to book a pitch.

FREE Community Courses Available from February 2009 Free Creche included!

The courses will cover: Getting People Involved/ Roles and Responsibilities/ Effective Communication & Dealing with problems/Running effective Meetings/Filling in Grant Applications Book for one or book for them all!

Call 01454 868570 to book your place or email honorafarley@sbcommunitypartnership. org.uk for more information go to www.sbcommunitypartnership.org.uk Wednesday 4th March, 7pm Bradley Stoke Community School Free fashion show to celebrate International Women’s Day. With high street fashion for spring, traditional and contemporary African and Asian fashions and awards presented for the outstanding women’s. It promises to be a fun evening out for all women, bring your friends and have a free evening of fun!

Friday 15th May, Brook Way Activity Centre, Bradley Stoke Great fun for toddlers including Face painting, balloon modelling, bouncy castle and craft activities. All local residents are invited to attend with their toddlers. Southern Brooks Community Partnership hope to bring together all toddler group leaders to form a network so they can support each other. Southern Brooks are also able to assist with grant applications, and training courses if required.

If you need further information contact Winsome on 01454 626473 or email winsomebmuir@sbcommunitypartnership. org.uk

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money matters

Money’s Too Tight to Mention…

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id anyone tell you how expensive raising a family can be before you had children – and lets face it did you listen? There is never a right time to start a family and right now we could all do with a few extra pounds in our pockets. So, to help you along we have got some money making and money saving ideas for you…

Money Making

Benefits Check-up You may be entitled to some or all of the Government Benefits available to families. Contact HMRC helpline on 0845 300 3900 or visit www.hmrc.gov.uk for advice.

A really useful website is www.entitledto.co.uk where you can do a 5 minute benefit check.

Tax Credits You may be entitled to childcare tax credits If you pay for childcare and are a couple both working 16+ hours a week, or a single parent doing the same, and earn under £40,000 in total.

Health in Pregnancy Grant After April 6th 2009 you may be entitled to a tax free payout of £190 If you are 25 weeks pregnant.

Your doctor or midwife should be able to provide more information.

Boost your income

Recycle old phones If you have old mobile phones lying around the house and they still work you could make some extra cash by selling them to a “old mobile phone buyer”. Check out www.envirophone.co.uk or 10 • Handprints Magazine • February 2009 Handprints 0209 Issue 2 AW.indd 10

www.love2recycle.co.uk or www.mopay.co.uk.

You can also send them away to get Supermarket Clubcard points.

Sell, sell, sell!

The second hand baby goods and toys market is booming! If you have a house full of stuff you don’t use or need why not sell it at local car boot sales, new and used sales or even your own “Garage Sale”.

If you are confident using the internet then you could also sell unwanted items on ebay or amazon.

Money Saving

Childcare Vouchers If you pay for Ofsted registered childcare, including summer holiday clubs and after school care you could save £100’s (and sometimes £1000’s) by paying your bill using childcare vouchers. Childcare vouchers are a way for employed parents to pay for childcare out of their income before they are taxed, making you huge savings. If your workplace has such a voucher scheme, you are entitled to purchase up to £243 of childcare with it every month – per working parent.

Cut your bills Check you are paying the best prices for your gas, electricity, telephone, broadband and TV. There are

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money matters plenty of comparison websites out there willing to help but one of the best impartial guides we have found is on www.moneysavingexpert.com.

Shopping You can buy the same food for less by switching to lower priced brands – even if it is just to try them – and make sure you have signed up to store loyalty cards and baby clubs who will send you vouchers, magazines and freebies. Boots Parenting Club, Huggies and Pampers baby clubs are very good.

Going Out Look out for special offers, vouchers, holiday deals and 2for1’s if you are planning a special trip or day out. The Invitation Book available through many groups and schools is a really great money saving idea which can save £££’s from the money saving vouchers included and you can swap vouchers you don’t use.

Supermarket clubcard points can also be used for day-trips and eating out.

Find lots of money saving tips on netmums.com

BRISTOL DEBT ADVICE CENTRE Bristol Debt Advice offer free, independent and confidential debt advice to people living in Bristol and the surrounding area.

Every year we see more and more people who have found themselves trapped by financial problems. Being in debt can be very stressful. You may find yourself under pressure from people or companies, all of whom seem to be asking for more than you can afford and demanding payment now. Many people feel helpless – we are here to help.

There are no instant answers to debt but advice and support from a trained, independent debt adviser is the best way to get in control of your money.

Bristol Debt Advice Centre 48-54 West Street, St Philips, Bristol, BS2 0BL

Tel: 0117 954 3990 www.bdac.org.uk

REDUCE YOUR DEBTS NOW! Did you take out any of the following before April 2007?

• Secured Loan • Personal Loan • Car Finance • Credit Card If so, there is a chance that the agreement may be invalid, unenforceable or fundamentally flawed. You may be entitled to compensation.

You may even be able to get outstanding balances written off.

To find out more please contact:

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Advice to Daddy - be prepared!

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e Prepared’ is the Scout motto and when Baden Powell wrote that over 100 years ago he could have easily been writing it for new parents; however I don’t think that all the books or all the advice can really prepare you for this life changing event. From the pregnancy tests (yes I did say tests, we had 4, just to make sure “well it was a faint line!”) to the sleepless nights, your life will never be the same again although I must say IN A GOOD WAY! One of the problems most fathers face during pregnancy is (apart from the food cravings, mood swings and moaning, to name a few!) is feeling detached from the whole process. I know us blokes can feel the kicking and moving (which feels weird, but good) but it is still happening to someone else.

However this all changes on the big day. We were whisked to the delivery suite in Southmead and the nerves kicked in, unfortunately I couldn’t get to try

any gas & air to calm me down as it would have been like prising a limpet from a rock! Well after 6hrs in the suite, the pushing started. At one point I did get worried when during mid push I found Lucy’s hand in my pocket looking for something to squeeze, but with some unique body moves I escape the grasp! Anyway, 9hrs after we first entered the suite Charlotte was born and the worry about not being able to connect to her went out the window the first time I laid eyes on her. She was beautiful. The midwife asked me to dress her and I was all thumbs. She was so small & perfect I was petrified I was going to hurt her.

Well, needless to say she survived unscathed and now terrorises us and her 6 month old brother with “Mickey Mouse” and “Super Why”! Believe me all the sleepless nights and the crying is all worth it for those times she grabs hold of me for protection when she’s scared or when she’s says “love you Dad”.

Rich, Dad to Charlotte (2) and Thomas (6 months)

Puddle Ducks make a splash in South Glos!

Puddle Ducks baby and toddler swimming classes are being held at the Sheiling School in Thornbury, South Glos. The thirty minute weekly sessions are packed full of fun with lots of songs, rhymes, splashing and kicking.

The Sheiling School’s private pool is lovely and warm and is perfect for introducing your baby or child to the water.

Children can join at any age from birth to age four.

Other venues are also available in Bristol and North Somerset.

Children can join at any age from birth to age four. To find out more or to book a place call Sarah on 0117 971 7165 or visit www.puddleducks-swimming.co.uk.

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HoliDay iDeas

We spoke to the great people at Slimbridge to find out what will be going on up there in the next few months.

There was so much we couldn’t fit it all in! So this is just a few of the exciting and fun activities on offer for kids young and old! For more information check out www.wwt.org.uk or call 01453 891223.

Friday 6 - Sunday 15 March – ‘Colour Chaos’ & ‘Sixty Second Science’ (National Science and Engineering Week) Daily activities from 9.30am – 4.30pm. Free with entry.

The Discovery Centre is being transformed into a laboratory for a week where you can conduct your own science experiments in sixty seconds, create your own wind turbines and transform flowers from pink to purple.

Monday 6 - Friday 17 April – Brown Hare Safari. £5 adult £3 child. Must be pre booked 01453 891223 Take a ride on the Land Rover and trailer through the reserve to spot hares. Watch these timid and magical creatures in their natural habitat and watch them as they get up to their daily antics. Various dates and times.

Saturday 11 April – Grow Your Own Earth Walls Workshops. Must be pre booked 01453 891223 Tantalise your senses, connect with the earth and discover how to use the ground beneath your feet to sculpt beautiful earth walls.

Monday 13 April. – Animal Antics –10am – 4pm. Free with admission.

Meet millipedes, come face-to face with cockroaches, say hello to snails and snakes and tickle a toad. This interactive animal workshop brings you closer to nature than you have ever been! Beware! Suitable for all ages.

Coombe Mill – A Children’s Paradise If you feel you and the family need a break away from all the hustle and bustle of everyday life, somewhere with unrivalled freedom and all the magic of the outdoors for young children, then a holiday at Coombe Mill could be perfect for you.

Thirty acres of mature gardens, copses, secret paths and lakes provide a stunning backdrop to a small private hamlet of picturesque cottages and riverside lodges.

The highlight for many children each morning is the daily tractor ride to feed the animals. In springtime, the babies include scampering lambs, friendly goats and their tiny tottering kids, unsteady deer calves as well as chicks, duckling and rabbits.

Privately owned and personally run, Coombe Mill is a haven for families, very many of whom return year after year. With six young children of their own, Nick and Fiona understand their needs only too well and work hard to provide everything young families might require.

So, if its groceries or home cooking that are required, these can be pre-ordered and delivered to your accommodation.

Cots, highchairs, stairgates, fireguards, baby listeners, baby carriers, games, books, fishing rods... Whatever’s needed – even wellies are all available together with Nick and Fiona’s friendly welcome. The perfect ingredients of a memorable family break.

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Meet the New Handprints Team in Bradley Stoke and Little Stoke

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e are Michelle and Becky, two local mums with young families who met 3 yrs ago through antenatal classes and who are now firm friends who have been able to support each other through the ups and downs of motherhood.

Chatting to other parents has made us appreciate that without that support during such a crucial time our lives might well have been very different, perhaps we’d have experienced loneliness, isolation, depression, or just plain old boredom!

When we were given the opportunity to open our own Handprints Baby and Toddler group in our own community we decided to take on the challenge. We are now looking forward to meeting a whole new group of parents, carers & children in Bradley Stoke and Little Stoke.

Our aim is to provide welcoming support to any parent/carer and child, in an environment that is always inviting and enjoyable. We especially want to reach out to anyone that may feel a little nervous/ alone or apprehensive (for whatever reason) at joining a new group. So come along and say hello, we can’t wait to meet you!

Handprints is run on a drop-in basis, no upfront fees, no waiting lists, we charge £2.80 per adult, children are free!

The tea, coffee and juice are free, The cakes are homemade and delicious and all are available throughout the whole session.

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iny Tearawayz is a soft play centre located in the Broadwalk Shopping Centre in Knowle, Bristol. It provides a fun and active soft play environment for children, with separate play areas for toddlers and juniors.

What we love is that it caters for all ages with a brilliant soft play area for older children up to 1.3m in height, a separate section for under 4’s and even a baby area so adults can enjoy a break while their children play safely. Their food is certainly worth a mention with a varied menu and plenty of healthy choices for the kids. You can really tell that the centre is run by parents for parents.

On Tuesday and Thursday between 9.30 and 11.30 its toddler time when you can enjoy a free cuppa and squash and a biscuit – which is great value!

Tiny Tearawayz can cater for every occasion. Birthday

parties, Ante Natal meets, a Nursery or Pre-School outing and a fun place to take a break whilst shopping in the Broadwalk Shopping Centre.

Tiny Tearawayz is the one of the most affordable children’s play centres in the Bristol area Unforgettable fun for your tearawayz, run by parents for parents.

For more information on opening times, special events or party packages check out their website on www.tinytearawayz.co.uk or call 0117 370 2442.

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Bristol’s third Little Monster Baby & Toddler Show is on Sunday 8th March 2009 at Ashton Gate Stadium, Ashton, Bristol BS3 2EJ. The Little Monster Baby & Toddler Show is a one stop shop for everything related to maternity, babies and toddlers. You’ll find great shopping and new products, plus information and advice on all aspects of pregnancy and childcare.

Exhibitors already signed up include Trunki, birthing pool hirers Born In Water, newly launched JP Nappy Cakes, CostCo, the Children’s Information Service, clothes and gift companies, local photographers and much more!

Throughout the day there will also be demonstration sessions of children’s activity classes including Music with Mummy, Sing and Sign and Debutots. It’s a great opportunity to get a taster of the classes before you choose to join.

Entry is just £3.00 per person, with accompanied children under 16 being allowed in free. Or you can pre-book tickets online for just £2.50. The first 500 families will receive a goody bag full of useful information and product samples. There’s also free face painting for kids and a small café.

For more information click on www.little-monster.co.uk or call on 01275 857805

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Nannies and Childcare Nannies and Childcare is the agency that aims to take away the stress of finding the right childcare for your family. The agency is the brainchild of Monica Worsley, a Bishopston mum of four daughters.

Monica has over 18 years of hands-on childcare experience, having worked as a nanny and in child protection as a social worker. “I started the agency because I knew first hand how hard it can be to find the right childcare,” she explains. “At the same time, I knew I had the expertise and experience to provide a really good service. Our goal is to find families the right person in the shortest space of time, the least hassle and not breaking the bank for families.”

The agency has a thorough selection process “We also look at experience, maturity, current situation, future direction and personality”, says Monica. ”We only accept candidates that meet all our criteria and achieve the highest standards.”

Currently we have over 200 nannies registered with us.

The agency provides nannies, maternity nurses, babysitters and after-school nannies. We are specialists in Au pairs and are members of IAPA (International Au Pair Association).

Fees are significantly lower than most agencies, with free registration for both families and childcarers.

Whatever your needs in childcare are, we can help you!

Contact Nannies and Childcare on 0117 944 2893 or visit our website www.nanniesandchildcare.co.uk

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Professional photographers Kate and Jenny run the family friendly photography business Petal Portraits. By taking pictures of children in the relaxed environment of their own home instead of a studio, their natural informal style and child centred approach provide stunning photographs that truly capture the personality and character of your child.

Petal Portraits offer you a variety of formats and sizes to choose from either as prints or canvases. You are free to purchase as much or as little as you desire, with no hard sales or obligation to buy all at affordable prices.

Please phone or email for a brochure and price list on 0845 0949711/722 kateandjenny@petalportraits.co.uk Examples of their work can be seen at www.petalportraits.co.uk

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Where will your imagination take you today...?

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f you were to see the world through the eyes of young child, then chances are your answer would be: everywhere!

At Debutots Early Years Drama we know how important it is to nurture young imaginations so that through productive creative play, very little children can make sense of the very big world they live in.

Our classes are a unique blend of interactive storytelling and dramatic play designed to fire budding imaginations, build children’s self-confidence and help develop their communication skills. An original story is told each week and then one of our skilled Debutots practitioners will facilitate a creative group retelling as we all explore the story vocally and physically together. Our action-packed sessions have been expertly developed to suit children aged from as young as 6 months up to 7 years, and are loved by adults and little ones alike.

In Bristol, we run sessions for toddler groups, schools and nurseries on a weekly or ad hoc basis, and

our classes fully support the EYFS and KS1 curricula.

Popular local parent and child classes are currently held in Bradley Stoke and Henleaze on Mondays, Wednesdays and Saturdays.

And… if you think your own Drama King or Queen would enjoy an adventure through the jungle with Safari Sue, or sailing the seven seas with Pirate Scallywag or even the chance to help dear old Fairy Fuddle get out of a muddle, then contact Debutots to book one of our unforgettable themed birthday parties.

So, today, where will your imagination take you...?

Well, at Debutots we’d say that’s not a buggy you’re pushing, it’s a magic carpet! So now it’s down to you and your little ones to take it from there...!

For further details on Debutots classes and birthday parties please contact Lucy on 01454 612063 or email lucy@debutots.co.uk

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useful information nurseries & Pre-schools Filton Abbey Wood Tots Day Nursery, College Way, Filton – 0117 9693990 Priory Day Nursery School, 99 Gloucester Road North, Filton – 0117 9692503 Filton Park Pre–School, Charborough Rd, Filton – 01454 866580

Patchway Little Sun Beams, Coniston Centre, Patchway – 0117 9311927 Ambourne House Day Nursery, 233 Gloucester Rd, Patchway BS34 6ND – 01454 615352 Play Station Nursery, 5 Station Road, Patchway BS34 6LP – 01454 610101 Bright Sparks Pre–school, School Close, BS34 6DW – 01454 866520 St Chad’s Pre–School, St Chad’s Hall, Rodway Rd, Patchway – 0781 2895114 Little Rainbows Pre–School, St Chads Hall, Rodway Rd, Patchway – 077960 76253

Stokes Leapfrog Day Nursery, Ferndene, Bradley Stoke – 01454 202888 Leapfrog Day Nursery, Hunts Ground, Stoke Gifford – 0117 979 9977 Butterflies Day Nursery, Great Park Road, BS32 4RU The Covey Pre–School, Unit 4 Baileys Court, Webbs Wood Rd, BS32 8EJ – 0117 9311999 The Covey Nursery, Unit 6 Baileys Court, Webbs Wood Rd, BS32 8EJ – 0117 9794190 Christ The King Pre–School, Christ The King Church, Maltravers Close, BS32 8PE – 0117 9312304 St. Michaels Church Pre–school & Nursery, The Old Vicarage, North Road, Stoke Gifford – 01179236395

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Trinity Pre–School, Holy Trinity Church, Bradley Stoke – 01454 620975

Rainbow Teddies Pre–School, Manor Brook School, Park Rd, Thornbury – 01454 867231

Horfield

First Step Pre–School, Crossways Infant School, Knapp Rd, Thornbury – 01454 867283

Bluebells Pre–School, Shield Rd Primary School, Shields Ave, Northville, Bristol, BS70RR – 01454 867189 Horfield Welly Pre–School, Parish Hall, Wellington Hill, Horfield, Bristol, BS7 8ST – 07837 133925 Upper Horfield Childrens Centre & Community School 0–11yrs, Sheridan Road, Horfield – 0117 9031281 Honey Tree Day Nursery, C/O Monks Park School, Filton Rd, Horfield – 0117 9314650

Bishopston Clyde House Day Nursery, 1 Nevil Rd, Bishopston, BS7 9EG – 01179247488

Frampton Zion Community Pre–school, Woodend Rd, Frampton Cotterell – 01454 858822 100 Acre Wood Day Nursery, 149 Church Road, Frampton Cotterell – 01454 872117 The Cottage Day Nursery, 3 Lower Stone Close, Frampton Cotterell – 01454 777900

Winterbourne St Michaels Pre–School, The Greenfield Centre, Park Ave, Winterbourne – 01454 777604 Pooh Corner Day Nursery, Methodist Church Hall, Down Rd, Winterbourne Down – 01454 857529 Silverhill Day Nursery, Swan Lane, Winterbourne – 01454 772156 Abacus Pre–School, St Michaels Primary School, Linden Close, Winterbourne – 01454 867285

Thornbury Little Acorns Day Nursery, Oakleaze Road, Thornbury – 01454 418766

First Step Pre–School, Christ The King School, Easton Hill Rd, Thornbury – 01454 858580

Pilning Natural Choice Nurseries, 27 Davids Lane, Alveston – 01454 419419 Pilning Pips, – Trinity Hall, Redwick Rd, Pilning – 07748053730

tortworth Little Acorns Pre–School, Tortworth VC Primary School – 01454 260510

playgroups Stokes Handprints – Little Stoke & Stoke Gifford, Bradley Stoke – 01454 612128 Puddle Ducks – Brook Way Community Centre, Bradley Stoke – 01454 613982 Bradley Stoke 0–5’s – Holy Trinity Chruch, Pear Tree Rd, Bradley Stoke – 01454 618996 Busy Bees Parent & Toddler Group – Bradley Stoke Evangelical Church, Baileys Court Road – 01454 612154 Sticky Fingers – Brook Way Activity Centre, Bradley Stoke – 01454 619622 Bouncing Babies – Jubilee Centre, Bradley Stoke – 01454 867076 Tiddlers Play Sessions – 01454 867076 Little Stoke Childminders Toddler Group – Childrens Centre, Little Stoke – 01454 250067

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useful information playgroups Stay & Play – The Stokes Children Centre, Little Stoke Lane Toy Library – Little Stoke Community Hall, Little Stoke – 01454 867076

childminders Horfield

The Stokes

Parent & Toddler Group – St Gregorys Church Hall, St Gregorys, Horfield – 0117 9047076

Debbie Tremlin Stoke Gifford – 0117 9693402

Stay & Play – Upper Horfield Children Centre, Sheridan Road – 01179031281/5

Rhyme Time – Bradley Stoke Library, Bradley Stoke Leisure Centre – 01454 868006

Lockleaze

Sounds Messy – Little Stoke Children’s Centre, Little Stoke – 01454 867076

Little Treasures – The Cameron Centre, Lockleaze – 0117 9141129

Patchway

Alveston

Stay & Play – Patchway Children Centre, Epney Close – 01454 864146

Alveston Toddler Group – Alveston Methodist Church Hall, Greenhill – 01454 411688

Wriggle & Rhyme – Patchway Library, Rodway Rd – 01454 868006

Coalpit Heath

Story Time – Patchway Library, Rodway Rd – 01454 868006 Tiddlers Play Session – Patchway Youth Centre – 01454 867076

Filton Little Folk – Filton Communty Centre – 0117 3305090 Tiddlers Play Sessions – Filton Clinic & Filton Fun Hanger – 01454 867076 Parent & Toddler Group – St Peters Church Hall, Filton – 0117 9047076 Stay & Play – Childrens Centre, Rectory Lane, Filton – 01454 864150

Winterbourne Praise & Play – All Saints Community Church Hall – 01454 855013 St Michaels Toddler Group – The Greenfield Centre, Winterbourne – 01454 777604 Stay & Play – Winterbourne Childrens Centre – 01454 862979

Sue Winter – Stoke Lodge – 01454 857088 Deborah Ellacott – Bradley Stoke – 01454 610793 Amanda Pepper – Bradley Stoke – 01454 615962 Marie Notton – Bradley Stoke – 01454 612466 Anita Townsend – Little Stoke – 0117 9470691 Angela Williams – Little Stoke – 01454 619532

Coalpit Heath Parent & Toddler Group – St Saviours Church Hall, Coalpit Heath – 01454 853265

Elaine Albutt – Bradley Stoke – 01454 850426

Frenchay

Susan Partridge – Bradley Stoke – 01454615954

Frenchay Parent & Toddler Group – Frenchay Village Hall, Beckspool Rd – 01179 566599

Pilning Stay & Play – Pilning Village Hall, Pilning – 01454 862979

Thornbury Bumps & Babies – Thornbury Baptist Church, Gillingstool – 01454 856828 Stay & Play – Childrens Centre, Gillingstool Primary School, Thornbury – 01454 862975 Thornbury Twins+ Club – Childrens Centre, Gillingstool Primary School, Thornbury – 01454 855774

Severn Beach Stay & Play – Severn Beach Village Hall, Severn Beach – 01454 862979

olveston Olveston Baby & Toddler Group – Olveston Methodist Church Hall, The Street – 07884186121

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Alison Emsley – Stoke Gifford – 01454 250067

Selina Bracey – Bradley Stoke – 01454 853607

Karen Damsell – Bradley Stoke – 0117 9692134 Amanda Pepper – Bradley Stoke – 01454 615962 Patchway Mandy Sinclair – Patchway – 0117 9043449 Susan Croker – Patchway – 0117 3779603 Tracy Jenkins – Patchway – 0117 3777248 Filton Heather Dibbins – Filton – 0117 9751892 Georgina Johnstone – Filton – 01179697492 Samantha Braithwaite – Filton – 01179791459 Susana Edith De Gregorio – Filton – 0117 9043281 Horfield Pat Tucker – Horfield – 0117 9315076 Heather Roberts – Horfield – 01179 9311585

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childminders CONT. Winterbourne Julie Wilding – Winterbourne – 01454 853231 Sue Pope – Winterbourne – 01454 852661 Frampton Cottrell Frederica Davis – Frampton Cotterell – 01454 772712

Make sure you are listed in our directory by contacting us now! Send us your details and pre-order your FREE copies of Handprints Magazine.

Email Hello@handprintsmagazine. co.uk with details of your pre-school, nursery or playgroup or call Lisa 01454 612128 or Lucy on 07717 206126.

Coalpit Heath Linda Sloan – Coalpit Heath – 01454 773511 Thornbury Geraldine Nelmes – Thornbury – 01454 853666 Playaway – Thornbury Childminders – 01454 854828 Leslie Philips – Thornbury – 01454 418691 Pilning Pauline Williamson – Pilning – 01454 633168 Severn Beach Mandy Glover – Severn Beach – 01454 633537

créches patchway Patchway Centre Tot’s – Patchway Community Centre – 07875201322

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Email hello@handprints.co.uk with your CV and tell us why you want to work with us.

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