BCT - Brussels Childbirth Trust

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Pregnancy information? Prenatal classes? Postnatal support? Playgroups... and more? Then you've come to the right place! Join us, too!

With a truly international membership, the BCT is a great place to make friends for you and your children. BCT is Belgium’s leading source of pregnancy and parenting information in English. We have provided prenatal and postnatal support to (expectant) parents since 1978. We are member based. We are the largest International family community in Belgium with members from over 70 countries. This is the official BCT page. BCT is an entirely volunteer-run non-profit organization that provides help, support, and friendship to expectant parents and families in Belgium. Our services cover pregnancy information and prenatal courses facilitated by certified antenatal teachers and peer-to-peer postnatal support. We also organize year round events and activities where our members can socialize, share ideas and concerns, and make friends. Our courses, services, and events are an invaluable resource for English speaking families and parents-to-be, in the greater Brussels area. We also provide continued support throughout their wonderful journey of parenthood. We have a dedicated team of volunteers who are all members and parents themselves. They are hosting playgroups most days of the week at our beautiful Clubhouse in Ixelles. They are also organising regular meet-ups and play dates in various local neighbourhoods in Brussels and beyond. They are providing information, peer-to-peer support such as our babywearing service, cloth nappy information or sling library, and encouragement by phone and email, as well as they organise our free Members’ library with about hundred selected books on pregnancy, child development and parenting plus a range of children books.

Planning a little one’s party?Our Clubhouse in Ixelles is a cozy, child-friendly, beautiful venue where your celebration...
18/02/2026

Planning a little one’s party?
Our Clubhouse in Ixelles is a cozy, child-friendly, beautiful venue where your celebration gets the whole space - exclusively.

New: You can now host your child’s party at the Clubhouse on Wednesday and Friday afternoons - with a special midweek rate!

The Clubhouse rental is available to BCT members as one of the lovely perks of being part of the BCT community.

For details head over to our website (link in the first comment below)

Coming up this weekend in our community:Carnival-themed Weekend Playgroup hosted by Kate!Members, details and RVSP in ou...
17/02/2026

Coming up this weekend in our community:
Carnival-themed Weekend Playgroup hosted by Kate!

Members, details and RVSP in our app on Twizzit!

All our social activities are free and organised by members for members of the community. Join us too and meet & connect with English-speaking families! (website link in first comment below!)

Who else has got such a chair?
15/02/2026

Who else has got such a chair?

This…. 😅

Oh, look at this!Princesses and other "personalities" graced us at the Valentine-themed Story Time & Crafts.We're ever s...
14/02/2026

Oh, look at this!
Princesses and other "personalities" graced us at the Valentine-themed Story Time & Crafts.

We're ever so grateful to our members who allow us to share these lovely moments with you!

Wanna meet and connect with international families in Belgium? Join us too!
(link in the first comment below!)

We are so happy to have two experienced Early Years teachers for a one-off, practical phonics workshop designed especial...
13/02/2026

We are so happy to have two experienced Early Years teachers for a one-off, practical phonics workshop designed especially for parents.

This session will cover the basics of phonics, simple strategies you can use at home, and lots of easy ideas to support early reading. There will also be plenty of time for questions.

When: Sunday, 22 February PM @ BCT Clubhouse Ixelles

Free for BCT members who register via Twizzit/Offer/Talks forms.
Non-members are welcome to attend for 10€ and register via the link on our website (link below in first comment!)

BREASTFEEDING CAFÉ!A place to chat, share experiences with fellow BCT members, enjoy a cup of coffee, and of course… bre...
11/02/2026

BREASTFEEDING CAFÉ!

A place to chat, share experiences with fellow BCT members, enjoy a cup of coffee, and of course… breastfeed!

Hosted by certified breastfeeding supporter Jane who also facilitates our new Breastfeeding Preparation course.

Monthly meetings; next: Sunday, 22 February, AM @ BCT Clubhouse Ixelles

Members, details and RVSP in the agenda in our app on Twizzit.

For more postnatal peer-to-peer support in our community and to join us head over to our website (link in first comment below).

[Recall]"Health authorities in Belgium have further advised parents not to switch their baby's diet to alternative milk ...
11/02/2026

[Recall]"Health authorities in Belgium have further advised parents not to switch their baby's diet to alternative milk products not designed for infants. They call for continued trust in infant formula products and advise parents to consult the AFSCA website for the latest information on recalls."

Since the start of the year, numerous recalls have been issued for baby food products, including formula, across Belgium. What exactly is going on?

Keep BCT thriving while shopping online!Click our referral link on Trooper before you shop – every purchase helps fund o...
10/02/2026

Keep BCT thriving while shopping online!

Click our referral link on Trooper before you shop – every purchase helps fund our activities and support for English-speaking families and parents-to-be in Belgium.

No extra cost, just your clicks!"

Many well-known shops take part in this fundraising initiative.

Enter your preferred shop via our referral link (in first comment below!). THANK YOU!

This is a prenatal course aimed at expectant parents that have already had a baby. It is short, held as 1-to-1, either o...
09/02/2026

This is a prenatal course aimed at expectant parents that have already had a baby. It is short, held as 1-to-1, either online or in-person, with an agenda that is largely set by the expectant parents themselves.
A course typically consists of

***Debriefing previous birth
***Recapping labour and coping with pain
***Recapping possible medical interventions
***Vaginal birth after caesarean
***Different roles of health professionals in Belgium
***Preparing young children for the arrival of a sibling

For details and to register head over to our website pregnancy-section (link in first comment below!)

As always EVERYONE WELCOME!

The deadline for the Spring issue of SMALL TALK, our digital membership magazine, is approaching and if you'd like to pl...
08/02/2026

The deadline for the Spring issue of SMALL TALK, our digital membership magazine, is approaching and if you'd like to place a display ad don't hesitate to get in touch with displayads@bctbelgium.org by 20 February!

Small Talk is a great way to reach out to our members who are always looking for child- and family related local services.

Small Talk is put together entirely be volunteers which makes it not only an engaging tool for members but also a wonderful display of what the BCT is all about: support, information, resources, learning, and community for families and parents-to-be in Belgium. Every member gets access to current and earlier issues of the magazine.

For more info about Small Talk visit the parenting resources section of our website (link in first comment below!)

NEW! Midweek party slots are here!Members can now book our Clubhouse in Ixelles for their children’s parties on Wednesda...
07/02/2026

NEW! Midweek party slots are here!

Members can now book our Clubhouse in Ixelles for their children’s parties on Wednesday and Friday afternoons - and enjoy a special midweek price!

The Clubhouse is a warm, welcoming space made for little celebrations and big smiles!

What parents love:
* Safe, spacious and inspiring indoor play area and a walled garden
• Child-sized tables & chairs
• Fully equipped kitchenette for easy party prep
• Cozy, community feel – perfect for young children
* Exclusive use of the whole venue
* Bring your own refreshments

Details? Link in the first comment below!

Adres

BCT Clubhouse, Chaussee De Waterloo 620
Ixelles
1050

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