
Five to Thrive (Thurs 10th Sept - Thurs 15th Oct) 1 - 2:30pm
Thu 10 Sept · 13:00
Newport Family Centre
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Five to Thrive is a family-friendly course running from September 10th to October 15th, offering sessions from 1 to 2:30 pm each day. The program aims to help parents understand how they can support their baby's brain development over six weeks. Both children and adults will find activities beneficial together, as the course includes information on various aspects of child development alongside practical parenting tips.
Five to Thrive Course (6 weeks) - over six weeks we’ll explore the five building blocks for your baby’s optimal brain development.
About this Event
For first time and new parents, or those who have a recommendation from their health visitor, with babies from birth to 6 months.
The course is held face to face at one of our Family Hubs - once you have booked your space you will receive a confirmation email with all details, and reminders will be sent before the event.
Tickets to this course are free and spaces are limited – if you can no longer attend please cancel your space promptly to allow others to access the course.
Over the six weeks we will cover the five building blocks that will encourage your baby’s brain development and support them in reaching their full potential.
💚Week 1: Respond: - Introduction to brain development & responding to your baby
💜Week 2: Talk & Play - Making sense of the world, sensory play & treasure baskets
💛Week 3: Cuddle - The importance of touch & a practical baby massage session
❤Week 4: Relax: Relaxing with baby & looking after yourself
🧡Week 5: Introducing Solids Workshop
💙Week 6: Baby Resuscitation
Sessions 1 to 4 will also include a song time at the end.
If this course is sold out please contact us at the Family Hubs and we will let you know if a space becomes available. Ryde 01983 617617, Newport 01983 529208, Sandown 01983 408718
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Five to Thrive (Thurs 10th Sept - Thurs 15th Oct) 1 - 2:30pm takes place on Thursday, 10 September 2026 at 13:00. The event runs until Thursday, 15 October 2026.
Five to Thrive (Thurs 10th Sept - Thurs 15th Oct) 1 - 2:30pm is held at Newport Family Centre in Portsmouth (Newport Family Centre, Newport, PO30 2AX).
Entry to Five to Thrive (Thurs 10th Sept - Thurs 15th Oct) 1 - 2:30pm is free.
Tickets for Five to Thrive (Thurs 10th Sept - Thurs 15th Oct) 1 - 2:30pm can be booked via Eventbrite using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.

Five to Thrive (Thurs 10th Sept - Thurs 15th Oct) 1 - 2:30pm
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Five to Thrive is a family-friendly course running from September 10th to October 15th, offering sessions from 1 to 2:30 pm each day. The program aims to help parents understand how they can support their baby's brain development over six weeks. Both children and adults will find activities beneficial together, as the course includes information on various aspects of child development alongside practical parenting tips.
This summary was automatically generated from event data sourced from official ticketing providers.
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Five to Thrive Course (6 weeks) - over six weeks we’ll explore the five building blocks for your baby’s optimal brain development.
About this Event
For first time and new parents, or those who have a recommendation from their health visitor, with babies from birth to 6 months.
The course is held face to face at one of our Family Hubs - once you have booked your space you will receive a confirmation email with all details, and reminders will be sent before the event.
Tickets to this course are free and spaces are limited – if you can no longer attend please cancel your space promptly to allow others to access the course.
Over the six weeks we will cover the five building blocks that will encourage your baby’s brain development and support them in reaching their full potential.
💚Week 1: Respond: - Introduction to brain development & responding to your baby
💜Week 2: Talk & Play - Making sense of the world, sensory play & treasure baskets
💛Week 3: Cuddle - The importance of touch & a practical baby massage session
❤Week 4: Relax: Relaxing with baby & looking after yourself
🧡Week 5: Introducing Solids Workshop
💙Week 6: Baby Resuscitation
Sessions 1 to 4 will also include a song time at the end.
If this course is sold out please contact us at the Family Hubs and we will let you know if a space becomes available. Ryde 01983 617617, Newport 01983 529208, Sandown 01983 408718
Description supplied by the event organiser.
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When is Five to Thrive (Thurs 10th Sept - Thurs 15th Oct) 1 - 2:30pm?
Five to Thrive (Thurs 10th Sept - Thurs 15th Oct) 1 - 2:30pm takes place on Thursday, 10 September 2026 at 13:00. The event runs until Thursday, 15 October 2026.
Where is Five to Thrive (Thurs 10th Sept - Thurs 15th Oct) 1 - 2:30pm taking place?
Five to Thrive (Thurs 10th Sept - Thurs 15th Oct) 1 - 2:30pm is held at Newport Family Centre in Portsmouth (Newport Family Centre, Newport, PO30 2AX).
How much are tickets for Five to Thrive (Thurs 10th Sept - Thurs 15th Oct) 1 - 2:30pm?
Entry to Five to Thrive (Thurs 10th Sept - Thurs 15th Oct) 1 - 2:30pm is free.
How do I get tickets for Five to Thrive (Thurs 10th Sept - Thurs 15th Oct) 1 - 2:30pm?
Tickets for Five to Thrive (Thurs 10th Sept - Thurs 15th Oct) 1 - 2:30pm can be booked via Eventbrite using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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