Our Evidence-Based Training Programmes
Pregnancy Bonding Training
Baby Massage Instructor Training
Baby Massage Instructor Training
Specialist antenatal training for Family Hub and NHS teams designed to support bonding and attachment before birth. Includes touch & talk techniques and The Pregnancy Bonding Storybook
Baby Massage Instructor Training
Baby Massage Instructor Training
Baby Massage Instructor Training
Train staff to deliver nurturing baby massage sessions that support bonding, relaxation, communication and parental confidence whilst reducing parent isolation.
Baby Yoga Instructor Training
Baby Massage Instructor Training
Baby Yoga Instructor Training
Supporting staff to deliver engaging baby yoga sessions that support physical development, movement, early interaction, independence and school readiness skills.
1001 Days Combined Training
Baby Massage Instructor Training
Baby Yoga Instructor Training
Our 1001 Days relational training pathway -providing an integrated attachment programme linking Health and Family Hubs, enabling the earliest of family engagement and improved outcomes.
Our Evidence Based Programmes Supporting Better Outcomes
Family Hubs, NHS Trusts, Local Authorities and early years services are increasingly focused on improving outcomes during the critical first 1001 days of a child's life. Research consistently shows that early relationships, communication, parental wellbeing and family engagement play a vital role in children's health, development and school readiness.
Our accredited Pregnancy Bonding, Baby Massage and Baby Yoga workforce development programmes help practitioners support attachment, parent–infant relationships, speech and language development, perinatal mental health and family engagement through practical, evidence-informed activities that families can use from pregnancy onwards.
Whether delivered as standalone programmes or as part of our Integrated 1001 Days Pathway, our training equips staff with the knowledge, confidence and resources needed to support families while contributing to wider Start for Life, Family Hub and school readiness priorities.
By strengthening relationships from the very beginning, organisations can help create more confident parents, stronger families and better outcomes for children.
Organisations We Work With
Trusted by Organisations Across the UK
Why Organisations Choose Hands on babies
For almost two decades, Hands on Babies has partnered with Family Hubs, NHS Trusts, Local Authorities, charities, children's centres, nurseries and community organisations to strengthen parent–infant relationships and improve outcomes across the first 1001 days of life.
We understand that organisations are not simply looking for training courses. They are looking for practical workforce development solutions that help staff engage families, support early intervention, strengthen relationships and contribute to wider strategic priorities including school readiness, speech and language development, perinatal mental health and family engagement.
Our Pregnancy Bonding, Baby Massage and Baby Yoga programmes have been designed specifically for frontline practitioners working with families during pregnancy, infancy and the early years. Each programme combines evidence-informed learning with practical activities, ready-to-use resources and implementation support, helping staff confidently translate theory into meaningful parent-facing support.
Unlike many standalone training providers, Hands on Babies offers a connected approach to workforce development. Our integrated pathway supports families from pregnancy through to age two, allowing organisations to build consistent relational support across maternity services, Family Hubs, health visiting, early years and community settings.
Delivery Options to Suit You
Face-to-Face Team Training for Groups of 6 or More
For organisations wishing to train larger teams together, we offer face-to-face delivery for cohorts of 6 or more staff. This option provides an engaging, collaborative learning experience tailored to your service needs and local delivery model. Face-to-face training supports consistency of practice across teams, strengthens integrated working between professionals and allows practitioners to build confidence through hands-on learning, discussion and shared reflection. Our team training is particularly popular with Local Authorities, Family Hubs, NHS Trusts and early years services looking to implement a joined-up 1001 days relational pathway across their workforce.
Online Staff Training for Individual and Small Group Enrolments
Our flexible self-paced online training programmes are ideal for organisations looking to enrol individual practitioners across maternity, Family Hubs, early years, health visiting, community and family support services. Staff can begin learning immediately and work through the training at their own pace alongside existing workloads, making this a highly accessible and cost-effective workforce development solution. Online learning includes comprehensive training manuals, video tutorials, downloadable resources and ongoing tutor support, helping organisations strengthen early years and 1001 days practice without the challenges of coordinating large group training dates.
Cascade & Train the Trainer (TTT) Delivery Models
For larger organisations seeking long-term sustainability and scalable workforce development, we offer Cascade and Train the Trainer (TTT) delivery options. This model enables selected staff members to become local Cascade Trainers, allowing organisations to grow delivery internally while maintaining consistent programme quality and standards. Alongside online learning and centralised accreditation, Cascade Trainers provide local mentoring, implementation support and confidence-building for new instructors as services expand across the region. This approach is particularly effective for Local Authorities, NHS Trusts and Family Hub networks looking to embed sustainable, measurable 1001 days support pathways at scale.
Conversion Training for Existing Services and Practitioners
Our conversion training programmes are designed for organisations and practitioners who have previously completed baby massage, baby yoga or related training with other providers and would like to align with the Hands on Babies approach and integrated 1001 days pathway model. Conversion training helps create greater standardisation, consistency and quality assurance across existing and newly developing services, while introducing practitioners to our relational, baby-led approach, updated resources and measurable outcomes framework. This is an ideal solution for organisations bringing together multiple providers or expanding services across Family Hubs, maternity pathways and community settings.
Talk to the Team
We Understand that Every Organisation is Different.
Some are looking to train a single practitioner. Others are developing new Family Hub services, strengthening maternity pathways, embedding Start for Life priorities or creating sustainable Train the Trainer models across multiple teams and locations.
Whatever stage you are at, we're always happy to have an informal conversation.
With almost two decades of experience supporting NHS Trusts, Family Hubs, Local Authorities, charities, children's centres and community organisations, we understand the challenges services face when trying to engage families earlier, strengthen parent–infant relationships and deliver measurable outcomes across the first 1001 days.
Whether you would like advice about Pregnancy Bonding, Baby Massage, Baby Yoga, our Integrated 1001 Days Pathway or Train the Trainer options, we can help you explore the most appropriate approach for your organisation, workforce and families.
There is no pressure and no obligation — just a friendly conversation about your goals, priorities and how our programmes might support them.
We Can Help You Explore:
✓ Workforce development and staff training options
✓ Family Hub and Start for Life delivery models
✓ Pregnancy Bonding implementation
✓ Baby Massage and Baby Yoga programmes
✓ Integrated 1001 Days pathways
✓ Train the Trainer and cascade models
✓ Service development and family engagement strategies
Let's Start the Conversation
Book a Teams meeting, give us a call or send us a message using the contact form below.
We'd love to hear about your organisation and explore how we can help you support stronger relationships, more confident parents and better outcomes for children and families.
Experienced & Trusted
For over 15 years, Hands on Babies has been supporting instructors, NHS services, Family Hubs, children’s centres and early years professionals through high-quality, relationship-based training designed to help students feel confident, supported and ready to deliver real classes after qualification.
Over the years, we have supported hundreds of instructors and professionals working within community, health and early years settings across the UK. Our programmes have been delivered within NHS services, Local Authorities, Family Hubs and national family support projects, giving students confidence that they are training with an experienced and trusted provider with genuine real-world delivery experience. Our timeline reflects more than just milestones — it represents years of professional recognition, partnership working and continued commitment to high-quality instructor training.