From antenatal classes to dad-friendly sessions to fun events for your little one, there’s always lots going on at our Family Hubs.
Amazing Babies
Date and time: delivered in 5-week blocks each half-term at our Family Hubs.
Location: Abingdon Family Hub, Acklam Community Hub, Grove Hill Community Hub, Hemlington Family Hub, North Ormesby Family Hub, Thorntree Family Hub, and West Middlesbrough Family Hub
Parents will be invited to the Amazing Babies sessions following their new birth visit. If you would like to find out more, contact your local Family Hub on 01642 579120.
Aqua natal classes
Date and time: Wednesdays, 3:15pm
Location: Neptune Centre (Ormesby Road, Middlesbrough, TS3 7RP)
Cost: £4.25 per person
No booking required – if you have any question or want to find out more, contact stees.enchancedcaremsw@nhs.net.
Breastfeeding support groups
Informal drop-in sessions for parents with questions about breastfeeding, or who want to meet others who are breastfeeding.
Date and time: Thursdays, 12:30pm to 2:30pm
Location: Abingdon Family Hub (families can drop into the Activity Room for a social session which includes a self weighing station for parents to use. Appointments will take place in the Intervention Room – book an appointment by calling health on 0300 303 1603.)
Date and time: Mondays, 11am to 12:30pm
Location: Easterside Library and Community Hub
Date and time: Tuesdays, 10am to 12pm
Location: Middlesbrough Sports Village (referral only – for feeding concerns book an appointment by calling health on 0300 303 1603.)
Date and time: Tuesdays, 10am to 11:30am
Location: West Middlesbrough Family Hub (a social drop in where there will be no scales. Come along to chat about your breastfeeding journey and share hints and tips with other parents.)
Family Focus drop in hosted by The Junction Foundation
The Junction Foundation provides practical support, information and guidance, plus a warm welcome and time to connect with other families. They can support with everyday challenges and give you a helping hand when you need it.
Date and time: Thursdays, 10:30am to 12pm
Location: West Middlesbrough Family Hub
For more information, contact the Family Hubs team on 01642 579120.
Leo’s Neonatal Stay and Play – The Motherhood Project
An inclusive relaxed stay and play session for parents to enjoy conversation, games, craft activities and refreshments. Suitable for children aged 0 – 18 months.
Date and time: Every Tuesday, 10am – 11.30am from 20 January 2026
Location: Abingdon Family Hub
Date and time: Every Wednesday, 10am – 11.30am from 21 January 2026
Location: Abingdon Family Hub
Date and time: Every Thursday, 10am – 11.30am from 22 January 2026
Location: West Middlesbrough Family Hub
All welcome, you don’t need to be registered with Leo’s. You must book a place online if you would like to attend.
Leo’s Neonatal Tots and Tales
A six-week adventure for little ones aged 1 to 3 years, where they will explore stories through play.
Date and time: Every Tuesday, 10am – 11.30am from 20 January 2026
Location: Abingdon Family Hub
Date and time: Every from Thursday, 1pm – 2pm, 22 January 2026
Location: West Middlesbrough Family Hub
All welcome, you don’t need to be registered with Leo’s. You must book a place online if you would like to attend.
Little Connections Group
For children aged 0-4 with deafness and hearing loss and their parents/carers.
Date and time: Tuesday 17 February, Tuesday 17 March and Tuesday 21 April, 10am – 12pm
Location: Thorntree Family Hub
No booking required. If you have any questions, contact hello@deafemp.com
Maternity led walk and talk sessions
Suitable for during pregnancy and after birth.
Date and time: Monday (Albert Park) at 12:30pm, Thursday (Stewart Park) at 12:30pm
Location: Albert Park (Monday) – meet at the Dorman Museum, Stewart Park (Thursday) meet outside of Henry’s cafe
No booking required. If you have any questions or want to find out more, contact stees.enchancedcaremsw@nhs.net.
Move Baby
This fun relaxed session is hosted by TeesDance and is suitable for new parents and their babies.
Date and time: Thursdays, 1pm – 2.15pm
Location: Thorntree Family Hub
Free to attend. No booking required.
North East Young Dads and Lads – stay and play sessions
Date and time: First Friday of every month, 10:30am to 11:30am
Location: Abingdon Family Hub
Date and time: Fridays, 1pm to 2pm.
Location: Thorntree Family Hub
Suitable for parents with children under 2. Everyone is welcome to drop in – no booking required. Find out more by emailing info@neydl.uk or visiting the NEYDL website.
Pregnancy, Birth, and Beyond workshop
A free antenatal course for all mums-to-be and their partners.
Date and time: Wednesdays, 1pm to 3pm
Location: Abingdon Family Hub
Date and time: Thursday, 9:30am to 11:30am
Location: Hemlington Family Hub
You’ll need a referral to attend these workshops. Call 01642 579120 for a referral or to find out more.
