The DLAM Fam (Community Interest Company)
ABOUT US
In 2018 we set up as a community interest company (now known as The DLAM Fam CIC), which is the non-profit side of our business. We are passionate about making our classes affordable for all and continuing to share our knowledge of safe babywearing to provide Parents and Carers with an inclusive and welcoming space, where they can feel joy, get active, bond with thier baby and become part of our community of friendly and welcoming Mums that we are so well known for.
OUR AIMS
To support Parents and carers, to be to gain access to classes that they might otherwise not be able to afford or have the confidence to attend
To increase activity & overall wellbeing
To reduce isolation by creating connection & support with other likeminded Parents in a non-judgmental, inclusive & welcoming environment
To increase awareness of the positive impact of Babywearing for Baby & Caregiver through, Dance Like a Mother Classes, 121 support & workshops
To increase confidence & support maternal mental health
“I suffer with severe anxiety but I feel comfortable and relaxed attending the classes. I love having my son close to me and seeing him laugh.”
WHAT WE OFFER
FREE Funded Spaces
Through The National Lottery Funding, we are able to offer FREE Classes to Parents and carers that are on low income, as well as those under 25 years old. We can also offer free classes to parents in specific postcodes. Accessing classes when you are financially unable to has been shown to promote maternal mental health, decrease isolation and improve self confidence.
You may be eligible for FREE classes if:
You are a Parent (Mum or Dad), or carer, under 25 years old
Are on a a low household income
Live within a postcode that has been highlighted as a deprived area
FREE Long term carrier loan
Parents who receive funded classes, will be given the option to use a brand new carrier for loan as part of the project. The impact of babywearing for both Parent and baby can have a huge impact on bonding, mental health and long term health outcomes. To find out more about the positive impact of babywearing see our blog HERE: Our top 5 reasons to wear your baby — Dance Like a Mother
Babywearing 101 Workshops
Do you work with Parents or Parents to be? Would they benefit from support around babywearing? Do you work as part of a team supporting Parents and would like to know more about babywearing?
The Workshop Covers
The Positive Impact for Baby & Caregiver
Safe Babywearing practices
Positioning for baby for Age Range
Different types of wraps & carriers and how to fit safely & comfortably
Finding the best wrap or carrier for you and your baby and a chance to try and be shown how to fit safe & comfy
Discount codes on recommended carriers
Q&A Session
“No matter how mentally and physically drained I feel when I arrive at class I always leave feeling happy, upbeat and like I’ve got enough positive energy to get me through the rest of the day ! I love having dedicated time to exercise and feel close to my baby.”
“Best classes ever! Nikki, the instructor, is so fun and welcoming. The other mums are lovely, and everyone goes for coffee after class so it’s a nice way to get to know other mums in the area.
The dances are so much fun and my little boy loves it too (often he falls asleep) and finds the movement so relaxing.
I’ve had so much help with babywearing and loved the carrier I used so much I bought my own. Nikki showed me how to fit it and sent me a tutorial so I wear it all the time now
Love these classes...can’t recommend enough!”