The Nest
The postpartum mum & baby group in Cornwall that makes maternity leave better.
Cornwall’s community of new parents built on chat, laughter, support & solidarity.
FOR BABIES FROM BIRTH TO JUST-ABOUT-CRAWLING
EVERY THURSDAY (INC.HOLIDAYS)
THE FAMILY SPACE, THREEMILESTONE (TRURO)
The space every new mum needs…
New motherhood can be a lonely place; ‘The Nest’ solves it by surrounding you with people who get it, and get you.
Since 2023, ‘The Nest’ has brought new parents back, time and time again, to the space that gives them what they need:
Time to chat, question, laugh & breathe.
Space to find solidarity & support on the tough days.
A community to belong to & thrive in.
“‘The Nest’ made me feel that I didn’t need to be doing anything or being anywhere. It just felt so easy being there - like I could catch my breath...”
The Nest is not a baby group. It’s yours.
Your baby will love it, but here, you’re the one being looked after.
This is the moment in your week where, while your small human feeds, sleeps, or quietly plays, the focus comes back to you.
“Everyone talks to you, no one gets left out. We all share our experiences and no one judges. Our babies can play with toys while we all chat which I never really have anymore...”
These days of early parenthood were never meant to be done alone. ‘The Nest’ makes sure you don’t have to.
Here’s how it works:
The day before:
You’ll get a welcome text with all the details you need to make finding us stress free, and to reduce any nerves that might be bubbling.
On the day:
I greet you at the door, explain where everything is and introduce you to the community of Nesters around the mat. Once you’re settled, I get you a hot drink and a homemade flapjack, and you sink into the space in your own time, and on your own terms.
We chat:
Just normally. There’s no topic of the day or awkward icebreakers; conversation appears, flows and fluxes depending on the questions, stories, rants and victories that people want to share.
And no, you won’t be ignored. Everyone knows what it’s like to be new!
I move around:
I speak to every Nester during every session, mostly to catch up but also to check-in. This is your chance to pick my doula brain, and ask me the questions that are sitting heavy on your mind right now. If I don’t know the answer, I’ll send you the link of someone who does!
Your community expands:
Once your first session is over, you’ll receive an invite to our virtual community of Cornish mums: spanning from pregnancy to the proper kid phase, our growing community is that ever-present (but totally mutable) reassurance in your pocket that you are not alone.
“It was exactly what I hoped and thought it would be. You feel seen, listening to any worries and offering constructive advice all whilst serving you a hot drink and something delicious!”
The ‘need-to-know’ details
Who?
We welcome all babies (and their grown-up) from birth to just-about-crawling in two sessions.
When?
Every Thursday from 1pm to 2.30pm.
Where?
The Family Space, Threemilestone, Truro (opposite Kelsall Steele)
How much?
£9.50 per adult, with a homemade snack and hot drink included.
A ‘monthly pass’ block booking option is available at a discounted rate (please note that these are not transferable or refundable)
“Being there felt so effortless - there were no expectations for me to interact in a certain way, I wasn’t worried about what other people thought of me, my baby was super content, and I felt for the first time in months I was doing something for me as much as her.”
Frequently asked questions
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‘The Nest’ is about stage, not age but more than anything it’s about comfort and readiness.
We welcome parents of babies from birth until they’re just-about-crawling but the decision about when to start coming (and when to stop) is always in your hands.
Most parents tend to join us when they feel ready to start getting out of the house for the first time, but this is different for everyone. The youngest baby we have had so far was 12 days old, but we have people coming for the first time when their babies are 6-7 months old too.
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Honestly, it doesn’t matter.
Everyone here knows what life with a baby is & no-one minds when babies cry.
You have the space and support to do what you need to calm your baby.
If that means singing, pacing or feeding, you’ll find you’re not the only one doing it!
If that means taking five minutes out to take a breath, Gemma is always happy to take the reins for a little while.
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Well, most people around the mat will know each other, but they didn’t start that way.
95% of Nesters come for the first time knowing no-one other than their baby.
Everyone remembers that feeling, and that’s why I’ll introduce you and everyone will welcome you into the space in the same way they were.
With questions. With warmth. With care.
And from that point on, these Nesters won’t be strangers.
Over the years, incredible friendships have flourished from ‘The Nest’.
The same people tend to come each week and you’ll find that the more sessions you come to, the quicker your friendships will grow.
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Yes!
One of the reasons I use ‘The Family Space’ for ‘The Nest’ is because there’s safe parking right outside the door and baby change facilities you actually want to use.
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The beauty of ‘The Nest’ is the calm & peace it creates, as well as the time to pause and serve your own needs.
While I love the toddler stage, these aren’t qualities that you tend to find in that stage of parenting.
Most of my second, third etc time parents tend to book a session that fits around their childcare arrangements for older children.
However, if that’s not possible, ‘The Family Space’ runs Play Cafes and other groups which accommodate siblings in the same space.
Book your space at ‘The Nest’
All of our sessions welcome babies from birth to just-about-crawling. If you’d like to talk about whether our sessions are right for you and your baby before booking, send me an email or DM me on Instagram. I am very happy to chat!
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