As another month comes to a close, South Tyneside Family Hubs is looking back on October 2024 – the start of our breastfeeding campaign, and a day to remember as BBC Tiny Happy People visited Boldon Colliery.
Local business makes Breastfeeding Friendly Pledge
A range of businesses made the Breastfeeding Friendly Pledge, highlighting their commitment to welcome and support mothers to breastfeed.
The Customs House were the latest organisation to make the pledge, with South Tyneside Council actively encouraging businesses to sign up to the initiative and become breastfeeding friendly venues.
“Signing up to the Breastfeeding Friendly Pledge was quick and easy to do and is a great way to ensure that parents can feel confident visiting our premises,” said Chief Executive of the Customs House, Kelly Anders.
“The Customs House is well regarded in the borough for being a family friendly venue and we offer a range of services to ensure our events are accessible to all.”
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Families celebrate Asda stay & play event in Boldon Colliery
BBC Tiny Happy People’s Asda stay & play event which promotes communication through play saw over 200 families enjoy a range of activities.
Families received a special visit from CBeebies presenter Cat Sandion, as the television presenter provided a hands-on experience for the children through role-play.
One parent said: “The activities got both parents and kids involved and we all had a wonderful time.
“It was very informative with lots of great ideas on how to have fun while helping with my child’s development.”
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Take 10 to Read campaign see families come together for World Mental Health Day
South Tyneside Family Hubs united with National Literacy Trust to promote mental health awareness as part of the Take 10 to Read campaign.
Ahead of World Mental Health Day on 10 October, families were encouraged to wear yellow during groups and activities to raise awareness and show children and young people they’re not alone with their mental health.
Research from the National Literacy Trust shows that reading for enjoyment can help you relax and boost your mood, as well as supporting the vital literacy skills needed to succeed at school, work and in life.
Here’s how South Tyneside Family Hubs marked the occasion.
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Elsewhere in October
October witnessed hundreds of families taking part in various un-BOO-lievable Halloween activities, including a Halloween Hunt, Spooky Spectacular Session and more trick or treats.
Head over to our Facebook page to see our spooktacular photos.
