The government confirmed baby classes can officially stay open as support groups. We did it together.
November 25, 2020
Final supporters
The national lockdown of March 2020 closed down all non essential businesses . The baby class industry was closed and millions of parents of infants were denied their right to attend a baby class and seek the advice and support they required when they were at their most vulnerable.
Since then the U.K. has seen a rise in post natal mental health cases as a cause of the lockdown which caused parents to feel isolated, unsupported and anxious.
With the new November lockdown there has been insufficient guidance as to whether baby groups fall under the “support groups” umberella.
Parents who attend these classes feel they do and feel anxious that their baby is missing out on major developmental milestones and that their well-being and risk of feeling even more isolated is at risk.
Please help support the lockdown2020 families in the U.K. by allowing baby classes to continue to run by allowing them to fall under the “support group” Umbrella.
Updates
Reached 500 supporters
November 3, 2020
November 3, 2020
The momentum is undeniable now. Seeing this many parents identify with the struggle shows how critical this support truly is.
Reached 100 supporters
November 2, 2020
77 Comments
You talk about ‘education’ staying open. These baby classes are the early start to education our babies get. Every class I have attended have adhered to social distance. They are vital for babies development and mums well being
My baby was 3 weeks old when we went in to lockdown, finally being able to attend baby classes supported me in the early stages of post natal depression and gave me a life line to watch my baby meet milestones and development achievements, for me this is where early years starts
Whilst we all appreciate the seriousness of Coronavirus this needs to be balanced with the support needs for young mums who currently have limited other means of social support and guidance. Given the high level of safeguards in place this activity should be allowed to continue.
This is a massive blow for my 9 month old.....no support since she was born, this was a lifeline for social interaction for her.....she hated other people and was finally coming out of her shell and started to social smile. This is a blow!!
I have a 6 month old baby, already born under lockdown restrictions and going to sensory class has been vital in supporting my mental health. Creating a routine and some structure whilst ensuring we get out of the house. It gives the opportunity for support from other new mums, which while limited is so important.
I have found it very hard not being able to attend any baby classes. This is my first baby I feel like im doing a rubbish job. I also feel like my daughter is missing out on alot.
Stop the ridiculous unlawful lockdowns based on flawed corrupted science!! Mums need these support networks more than the government needs to fulfil their corrupt agenda.
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The government confirmed baby classes can officially stay open as support groups. We did it together.
November 25, 2020
Final supporters
The national lockdown of March 2020 closed down all non essential businesses . The baby class industry was closed and millions of parents of infants were denied their right to attend a baby class and seek the advice and support they required when they were at their most vulnerable.
Since then the U.K. has seen a rise in post natal mental health cases as a cause of the lockdown which caused parents to feel isolated, unsupported and anxious.
With the new November lockdown there has been insufficient guidance as to whether baby groups fall under the “support groups” umberella.
Parents who attend these classes feel they do and feel anxious that their baby is missing out on major developmental milestones and that their well-being and risk of feeling even more isolated is at risk.
Please help support the lockdown2020 families in the U.K. by allowing baby classes to continue to run by allowing them to fall under the “support group” Umbrella.
Updates
Reached 500 supporters
November 3, 2020
November 3, 2020
The momentum is undeniable now. Seeing this many parents identify with the struggle shows how critical this support truly is.
Reached 100 supporters
November 2, 2020
77 Comments
My baby classes are vital for myself and my daughter, I attended 4 different groups each week and each one had worked so hard to be Covid safe. My daughter barely knows my family due to this situation and I can't see them for support so my baby groups are a reason to get up and dressed in the morning. I'm really dreading the next month
You talk about ‘education’ staying open. These baby classes are the early start to education our babies get. Every class I have attended have adhered to social distance. They are vital for babies development and mums well being
My baby was 3 weeks old when we went in to lockdown, finally being able to attend baby classes supported me in the early stages of post natal depression and gave me a life line to watch my baby meet milestones and development achievements, for me this is where early years starts
Whilst we all appreciate the seriousness of Coronavirus this needs to be balanced with the support needs for young mums who currently have limited other means of social support and guidance. Given the high level of safeguards in place this activity should be allowed to continue.
This is a massive blow for my 9 month old.....no support since she was born, this was a lifeline for social interaction for her.....she hated other people and was finally coming out of her shell and started to social smile. This is a blow!!
I have a 6 month old baby, already born under lockdown restrictions and going to sensory class has been vital in supporting my mental health. Creating a routine and some structure whilst ensuring we get out of the house. It gives the opportunity for support from other new mums, which while limited is so important.
I have found it very hard not being able to attend any baby classes. This is my first baby I feel like im doing a rubbish job. I also feel like my daughter is missing out on alot.
Stop the ridiculous unlawful lockdowns based on flawed corrupted science!! Mums need these support networks more than the government needs to fulfil their corrupt agenda.
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My baby classes are vital for myself and my daughter, I attended 4 different groups each week and each one had worked so hard to be Covid safe. My daughter barely knows my family due to this situation and I can't see them for support so my baby groups are a reason to get up and dressed in the morning. I'm really dreading the next month