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 Our Panel of Experts

One of the benefits of attending our Twistin Tinies Adventures classes is that as part of your membership, you get access to our Panel of Experts who can answer questions for you on a range of topics. We list their details below. Please do get in touch if they can help you in any way.

We can currently offer advice on:
What other areas would you like to see Experts in? We would love to hear what you need!!

Baby-friendly holidays – Julie-Anne Craig (or Jan Talbot) at Not Just Travel

“Hi there – I’m Julie-Anne and am the proud owner of Not Just Travel – Julie-Anne Craig.  I thought I’d give you a brief outline of what Jan and I can offer if you are looking for family-friendly holidays. Here is my assistant Jan, who is always also happy to help.

Julie-Anne Craig

When it comes to holidays with babies, toddlers or young children, our knowledge and hand-held service will make all the difference. The whole family deserves an enjoyable time and when you have children in tow, it’s all about the planning!

I can advise on child-friendly resorts where there are lots of activities to keep the young ones entertained. I know the best hotels that cater extensively for families – where there are age-related holiday clubs, staff with recognised child-relevant qualifications, modern family-friendly facilities and those that offer a healthy range of food suitable for all dietary requirements.

Jan Talbot, Not Just Travel

If you are interested in multi-generational holidays at hotels or self catering villas/cottages – so you can holiday with your extended family (sisters, brothers and their families, grandparents etc), again I have a wide selection of highly rated properties that ensure guests of all ages will be catered for and looked after.

All my holidays are ATOL and ABTA protected. And the best bit? My service is FREE!! It costs nothing to talk to me, you are under no obligation to book, but I can guarantee to make your holiday easier, find you the best options and remove all the stress.

Here are a few of the benefits of talking to me:

  • Personal Service: when you book with me I will do all the hard work for you and will be on hand to help you in any way until your return.
  • ABTA & ATOL protected.
  • Holidays tailor-made to your requirements. Summer holidays, Family holidays, Multi-Centre Travel Itineraries, Ski, Lapland, Disney etc Group Travel, Stag/Hen Parties, Train Travel Holidays. Special holidays, Honeymoons, Anniversaries, Bucket List Experiences.
  • I can sort out all the “extras” that can make booking a holiday stressful: car parking, car hire, lounge passes, tours, transfers, online check-ins, special requests.

And if you are travelling abroad, all your paperwork will be sent to you before you depart, you simply turn up to the airport.

So for your next holiday, why not give me a try and see what I can do for you……”

Babywearing Expert – Bob Betts 

Some of you may have already met Bob Betts who runs the local sling library. Bob is also on our Panel of Experts – and has an impressive pedigree with babywearing.
He tells you below how he can help:
“Hi I’m Bob and I run Derby and Nottingham Sling Library. We run as a not for profit social enterprise; we are all volunteers and all of the money that comes into the library is all invested back into the it.
‘I have been babywearing since the birth of my eldest in 2010; having 4 children I have a wealth of personal experience, as well as extensive training. I am an acting Babywearing Peer Supporter, Babywearing Consultant and Trainer for both Babywearing Peer Support and Advanced Peer Support. As well as attending multiple continued professional development days regularly to keep skills current, I am also specifically trained in Feeding in a Sling (both breast and bottle) and am the only male Babywearing Consultant who is Feeding in a Sling trained in the UK.
‘We have over 600 slings in our library making us the largest in the Midlands and one of the largest in the UK. When we return to our weekly meets we will be running a minimum of 10 across the Derby and Nottingham areas, as well as postal hires nationally.
If you have any questions please don’t hesitate to tag me or drop a message to the Derby and Nottingham Sling Library page, I will be writing various posts within this group to offer safe options, tips and tricks too.”

BEARS Amber Valley

The BEARS group has a number of their personnel on our Tinies Facebook page. You can tag any one of them for breast-feeding advice. here’s one of the:
Emma Seuss – BEARS Volunteer
Hi I’m Emma and I’ve been a BEARS volunteer for around 6 years. I have 2 children, Evie who is 9 and Magnus who is 1. I have supported Mums through lots of different breastfeeding challenges in the 6 years that I’ve been a volunteer. I love being a BEAR because I’m passionate about mums having access to the support they need to fulfil their feeding goals.
Our BEARS group offers FREE support groups in Heanor, Belper, Alfreton and Ripley. you can contact us here, or via our own Facebook page:
https://www.facebook.com/bearsbreastfeeding/
Due to the pandemic, our groups are currently closed, but we hope to be re-opening them soon! When running they are:
  • Heanor: Tuesdays NEW TIME 9:30am -11:00am Heanor Children’s Centre, Roper Avenue, Heanor, DE75 7BZ.
  • Belper: Tuesdays 1.00pm – 2.30pm, Belper Early Years Centre (former Children’s Centre), Alder Road, Belper, DE56 1LP.
  • Alfreton: Thursdays 12.30pm – 2.30pm, Genesis Family Entertainment Centre, 32-46 King Street, Alfreton, DE55 7DQ.
  • Ripley: 1st and 3rd Thursday of the month 1.00pm-2.00pm, Ripley Methodist Church, Wood Street, Ripley, DE5 3DD.
Groups are for parents wishing to seek support and reassurance, and are a great way to meet other breastfeeding families in the area.
Please keep an eye on our page for the latest coffee meet dates. HELPLINE: 07776 495900  Call or tag us on the Tinies Facebook page at any time and one of our volunteers will be able to help. Leave a message if your call is unanswered and we will get back to you.

Derbyshire Toy Libraries – and resident toy expert, Ann-Marie McMillan

Derbyshire Toy Libraries (DTL) is a local charity that aims to support children’s development through the extension of play opportunities. It offers Stay and Play sessions, providing a place for parents and carers to meet; offers support for parenting and parental involvement in play; acts as a hub within the local community; and provides opportunities for volunteering and learning new skills.

It allows parents to hire toys for a short time period, so they can try them out and enhance their child’s development opportunities. Borrowing both indoor and outdoor toys means you can keep pace with your child’s development and gives your child the space to develop their interests and imagination without the expense and environmental impact of buying new toys. Plus, you can rent a number of items for a special occasion (party, wedding, christening, activity day); try before you buy; use toys to help your child develop a particular skill; encourage children to select their own toys and make choices; have a different selection of toys for your guests when they come to stay.

Diversity and Inclusion – Fliss Goldsmith

Fliss is a Diversity and Inclusion Advocate and children’s author.
She has experience in areas including but not limited to: Disability, Race and Racism, LGBTQ+, Gender, EYFS Literacy. She is Mum to an awesome eight year old daughter and a fabulous five year old son. She is Author of the Erin and Roderick Discover book series which aims to support families in opening up conversations on Diversity and Inclusion issues. Her ethos is ‘Whatever the question, let love guide the answer’ and she puts this at the foundation of everything she does.
She can be contacted anytime at hello@flissgoldsmith.com and her website is www.flissgoldsmith.com

Health and Fitness Expert – Frankie Stainsby 

Frankie is a fitness professional specialising in group classes, personal training and Pilates. She has taught at some of the top UK spa resorts as well as leading gym brands for the last 13 years. Frankie now owns her own fitness studio called JOY Boutique Fitness in Heage. Frankie has two children, aged 6 and 4.

In love with teaching and helping others Frankie wanted to create a place where everyone felt welcome. No judgements, no guilt over what had or had not happened, just a place full of fun, positivity and feel good vibes! The studio is called JOY because she simply wants to bring as much JOY as possible to people through exercise.

Now more than ever Frankie believes we should surround ourselves with people who lift us up and bring JOY in what they do. Frankie tries to educate her clients to work out because they love their bodies, not because they hate them. She encourages people to fall in love with themselves mind, body and soul and find the joy on their journey!

So, if you are looking for any fitness advice, please do get in touch and Frankie will be glad to help. You can contact her at Joy, via Facebook, by email: frankie@joyboutiquefitness.co.uk 0r call her on 07970 884662.

Nutritionist  – Sascha Landsrkon

“Hi! My name is Sascha Landskron, and I am a Registered Dietician (HCPA Registration No DT11756) with 20 years’ clinical experience, specialising in nutritional genomics, food allergies/intolerances, feeding problems and weight management. I have treated over 20,000 patients in North America and the UK.

I use a personalised nutrition approach because each person’s requirements are unique.

You can speak to your GP or Paediatrician about a referral to an NHS dietitian, but if you would like to discuss your child’s nutritional needs, or if you think they may have allergies or feeding problems, please feel free to message me and I will do my best to connect you with the right help.

You can contact me viamy website UniNutrition Ltd or via  Linked In”

 

Pamper and Positivity Expert – Hayley Guest

Hayley will be sharing positivity and pamper tips with you. Hayley firmly believes that all parents deserve a bit of pampering – it’s all too easy to forget about ourselves when we have children, but it’s very important not to!
Hayley attended Twistin Tinies Adventures last year with her son, Arti who is now 1, having discovered Twistin Tots when we were running our free sessions over Facebook during Lockdown. Hayley also has a daughter, Evie who is 6.
Hayley writes, “Evie was diagnosed as Autistic in 2020, she is incredible and the star of the show at home.
‘I became a Body Shop at Home Consultant to find myself again and because I love the ethical ethos behind the products. Due to the support I’ve been given from my customers, I have been able to leave my permanent teaching role and focus on this role full-time. It also now allows me to spend more time with my family.
‘After the last couple of years, I want to remind us all, that we deserve a bit of self-love and a pamper now and again , even if it’s a bath (without the little ones), putting on a facemask whilst watching our favourite programme or a girly night in, enjoying a facial.
‘Self-love and taking time out for ourselves goes a long way to supporting our mental health. I will be sharing positivity and pamper techniques with the group and hope to bring a little bit of joy and relaxation to your lives!!”
You can tag Hayls Tbsah Elizabeth here, or visit her Body Shop at Home page here https://www.facebook.com/groups/506745293866734

Sleep Consultant

Sleep Consultant, Gemma Reynolds has recently joined our Panel of Experts. Gemma is a fully certified child sleep consultant and is truly passionate about transforming sleep-deprived parents into well-rested parents by confidently teaching their Little Darling’s the lifelong gift of independent sleep skills.
Gemma says, “I have been where you are, I’ve been so sleep deprived that I could barely think, never mind conquer the minefield that is childhood sleep. I aim to give you the best sleep advice and guidance whether your Little Darling is a newborn or a few years old. Sleep is not a luxury, it’s a necessity!”
You can contact Gemma at Gemma@hushlittledarling.com,  www.hushlittledarling.com, or 07803 085 107.

Wellbeing Expert – Jessica Bowers 

“Hi, I just wanted to introduce myself.  I have 3 children, aged 8, 6 and 1.   I have a BSc Hons in Counselling and Psychotherapy (First Class Honours) and I run my own counselling and psychotherapy practice.  I am also a children’s well-being writer. I am happy to offer advice and support around emotional well-being and self care, as I know that parenting is a huge job that seriously depletes our resources, as well as providing such joy.”
You can contact Jessica via her website  via Facebook, or by tagging her (as Jessica Marie) on our Tinies Facebook group.

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