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Home<\/a>\u00a0 >\u00a0 Health & Wellbeing<\/a>\u00a0 >\u00a0 Pregnancy<\/p>\n

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Stay & Play Groups<\/h2>\n

Bring your little ones to our Stay & Play group for a relaxed and informal opportunity to meet other parents and carers, share experiences and chat!<\/p>\n

Our Stay & Play groups are a chance for parents to socialise and give their babies and young children a fun, interactive play session that engages their senses and helps their development. These sessions are suitable for under 5s.<\/p>\n

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Monitor the weight and health of your baby or toddler using our free self-service baby weighing facilities in libraries.<\/p>\n

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Recommended books to support parents and carers in looking after their wellbeing in pregnancy and the early years (from conception to aged two).<\/p>\n

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