Doula Diary Calm Baby & Toddler Classes Ulverston
Welcome to Doula Diary Calm Baby & Toddler Classes, a nurturing space where parents and little ones can connect, learn, play and thrive together.
My classes are designed to support both baby & toddler development and parental wellbeing, creating a warm and welcoming community for families in Ulverston and the surrounding South Lakes area.
Baby Beginnings (Birth–Crawling)
A gentle sensory and developmental class for younger babies featuring baby massage, baby yoga, sensory exploration, songs, bonding activities and parent wellbeing moments.
Baby Adventurers (Mobile Babies–Toddlers)
A fun, engaging class for curious little explorers. Each week includes themed sensory play, movement, music, early learning activities and opportunities for social interaction and confidence building.
Baby Spa & Massage
Learn soothing massage techniques to support relaxation, bonding, sleep and comfort while enjoying building water confidence using dedicated one-to-one time bath time with your baby.
Baby Yoga
A playful class combining movement, stretches, songs and developmental activities to support your baby’s physical development while strengthening your connection and allowing yourself a little stretch to reduce any tension your body maybe carrying.
Classes for 2-4 years coming soon!
Toddler Together is a high energy, little moment of happiness in your busy week. A break from the stresses of day to day parenting and a different adventure every week depending on the theme.
This is a time just for you & your little one(s) to have fun together, socialise with other parents & toddlers, laugh, sing, wriggle, catch bubbles, explore instruments, dress up and cuddle
As with all my classes, every single part of these classes have been carefully planned to meet EYFS guidelines so you can relax knowing this 45 minutes is supporting your little one’s social, physical, emotional, linguistic & cognitive development.
Why Choose Doula Diary?
• Small, welcoming classes
• Experienced Doula and Infant Wellbeing Practitioner
• Focus on both parent and baby wellbeing
• Supportive and inclusive environment
• Opportunities to build friendships and community connections
• Beautiful themed sessions and sensory experiences
Whether you’re navigating the early days with a newborn or enjoying adventures with your growing toddler, Doula Diary offers a supportive place to connect, learn and make special memories together.
Serving families in Ulverston, Dalton, Barrow, Askam, Grange-over-Sands and the wider South Lakes area.
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2027 Term Timetable
Monday Evenings | Birth, Baby & Beyond Antenatal Classes
Swarthmoor Hall, Ulverston | 6:00pm–8:30pm
Birth, Baby & Beyond is a comprehensive, evidence-informed antenatal course for expectant parents in Ulverston, Barrow-in-Furness and South Cumbria.
Designed to help you feel informed, confident and supported as you prepare for birth and life with your baby, these group antenatal classes offer much more than traditional birth preparation.
With a relaxed, welcoming approach, you’ll explore birth, pregnancy, newborn care, feeding and the transition into parenthood alongside other expectant families.
Your antenatal course includes:
5 in person & 1 online session covering 14 hours of antenatal education
Birth partner included
Evidence-informed birth preparation
Guest experts and specialist sessions
WhatsApp community for ongoing connection
Continued support beyond the course
Opportunities for post-birth connection with your group
Courses run at various intervals throughout the year.
If you’re searching for antenatal classes in Ulverston, Barrow or the South Lakes, Birth, Baby & Beyond offers a supportive space to prepare for your baby’s arrival and build lasting connections with other local families.
Tuesday Baby Classes | Swarthmoor Hall, Ulverston
Five-week baby class terms
My Tuesday baby classes in Ulverston offer a nurturing, baby-led environment where little ones can explore, develop and thrive, while parents enjoy time to connect, learn and build friendships.
Baby Beginnings
10:00am–10:50am | Birth to confidently sitting | Approximately 0–6 months
Baby Beginnings is a gentle, nurturing baby development class designed for younger babies, from birth through to confidently sitting.
These early months are filled with incredible changes as your baby begins to discover their body, senses and the world around them.
Through gentle movement, music, sensory play, songs, rhymes and age-appropriate developmental activities, we support your baby’s emerging skills while nurturing the special bond between you.
Sessions provide opportunities to:
Support early sensory development
Encourage movement and body awareness
Explore music, rhythm and repetition
Support early communication and connection
Build confidence through baby-led play
A lovely opportunity to slow down, enjoy your baby and connect with other parents experiencing this special stage of parenthood.
Baby Adventurers
11:30am–12:20pm | Confidently sitting to early toddling | Approximately 6–13 months
Baby Adventurers is an exciting baby development class for older babies who are confidently sitting and beginning to crawl, cruise or take their first steps.
As your baby becomes increasingly mobile and curious, sessions offer opportunities to explore, experiment and develop new skills through engaging, interactive play.
Held in a warm, welcoming and supportive environment, these classes combine music, movement, sensory experiences, songs, rhymes and developmental play to create joyful opportunities for learning, connection and exploration.
Our activities support:
Gross and fine motor development
Balance, coordination and body awareness
Curiosity, confidence and independence
Sensory exploration and discovery
Early communication and social interaction
Baby Adventurers provides a wonderful opportunity for your little one to explore their growing independence while you connect with other local families.
Baby Spa & Massage
1:00pm–2:00pm | Suitable from birth to 8 months
Enjoy a nurturing baby spa experience in Ulverston, combining gentle water exploration, baby massage and moments of relaxation and connection.
Baby Spa & Massage offers a calming, baby-friendly environment where you can learn simple techniques to support your baby’s wellbeing and build confidence in caring for your little one.
Sessions include:
Water Exploration
A gentle introduction to water in a calming, baby-friendly setting, allowing your baby to experience the soothing sensations of warm water.
Water Safety & Bath-Time Confidence
Explore practical ways to make bath time a positive, enjoyable and confident experience for both you and your baby.
Nurturing Touch & Baby Massage
Learn gentle baby massage techniques and soothing rituals that may help ease digestive discomfort, support relaxation and create opportunities for bonding.
These sessions offer a beautiful opportunity to slow down, connect through touch and enjoy a special experience with your baby.
Thursday Baby Classes | SALT Co, Barrow-in-Furness
My Thursday baby classes at SALT Co in Barrow-in-Furness provide a nurturing space for families to enjoy baby-led development, movement, sensory experiences and connection.
Baby Flow
9:45am–10:30am | Suitable for babies 12 weeks to 12 months
Baby Flow is a calm, nurturing space to slow down and really tune in to your baby.
Each session gently weaves together the things babies love most: loving touch, rhythm, movement, music, repetition and connection.
Through simple baby yoga and movement, massage, songs, sensory play and music, we support your baby’s development while giving you time to breathe, move and enjoy being together.
Activities support your baby’s developing:
Strength and coordination
Body awareness and balance
Sensory processing and exploration
Early communication skills
Emotional connection and confidence
All activities are guided by your baby’s individual cues and stage of development.
And it’s not just about your baby.
There’s space for you too.
You’ll be guided through gentle stretches and mindful movement to release tension, particularly from tired shoulders, arms and the parts of your body that spend so much time feeding, carrying and caring.
You’ll also learn simple ways to respond to your baby’s cues, build confidence in handling and connecting with them, and carry these little moments of connection into everyday life.
Think less about performing a class and more about flowing together.
A chance to pause, connect, laugh, sing, stretch and enjoy your baby without pressure.
Baby Spa & Massage
11:00am–12:00pm | Suitable from birth to 8 months
Our Barrow-in-Furness Baby Spa & Massage sessions offer a calming, nurturing experience for you and your baby.
Combining gentle water exploration, nurturing touch and baby massage, these sessions provide opportunities to build confidence, support relaxation and deepen your connection.
Water Exploration: A gentle introduction to water in a calming, baby-friendly setting.
Water Safety: Essential bath-time confidence and practical guidance for parents.
Nurturing Touch & Baby Massage: Soothing massage rituals to support relaxation, ease digestive discomfort and encourage bonding.
Enjoy a special hour of connection, learning and nurturing touch with your baby at SALT Co, Barrow-in-Furness.
Friday Mornings | PANDAS Peer Support Group
Ulverston Family Hub, South Cumbria
You don’t have to navigate parenthood alone.
PANDAS peer support group in Ulverston offers a relaxed, baby-friendly space for parents experiencing perinatal mental health struggles.
Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed, anxious, isolated or simply need someone who understands, you’re welcome to come along.
With tea, coffee and open conversation, this is a space to share experiences, feel heard and connect with other parents without judgement.
Our sessions offer:
Peer support for perinatal mental health
A welcoming, baby-friendly environment
Open and honest conversations
Connection with other local parents
A safe space to share experiences
Tea, coffee and a friendly face
You don’t need to have everything figured out, and you don’t need to feel ready to talk.
Just come as you are.
PANDAS peer support is available for families in Ulverston, Barrow-in-Furness and the surrounding South Cumbria area.
Find Your Doula Diary Class in Ulverston or Barrow
Whether you’re looking for antenatal education, baby development classes, baby yoga, baby massage, baby spa experiences or perinatal mental health support, Doula Diary offers a range of welcoming sessions to support you and your family.
My classes are designed to nurture both baby and parent, creating opportunities for learning, connection, friendship and wellbeing.
I believe parenthood is not something we should have to navigate alone.
Come along, meet other local families, enjoy some time with your baby and become part of the Doula Diary community.
Based in Ulverston and Barrow-in-Furness, supporting families across the South Lakes and Cumbria.