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Baby Steps x I know first-hand just how overwhelming it can be with a new baby. This is a safe space to be & share. In my teens, I was always babysitting for local families.

Professional Support- Calm & Confidence
for Parents & Babies

Paediatric Nurse Health Visitor
Maternal Wellbeing Practitioner
Weaning SOS Expert
Mum of two

First Aid Weaning
Baby Massage & Relaxation, Soul-Full Mama
Baby Steps Studio, In-Home or Online I am so glad you are here & look forward to supporting you on your parenting journey. Drawing on my 27 years experience of being a Paediatric Nurse, Health Visitor, Certified Infant Massage Instructor & a Mummy of two my aim is to help you navigate the highs & lows of being a new parent in a calm, gentle way. I offer in Baby & Child First Aid, Weaning, Baby Massage & Relaxation, here at the Baby Steps studio in Hampshire, in your home or online. Giving you the support you need & deserve, a chance to share & be heard, help you relax & catch your breath, reassure you & give you confidence to help you enjoy parenthood. Information will focus on keeping your baby safe with home safety & first aid tips, supporting you on your Weaning journey, Baby Massage, gorgeous relaxation & mama self care & motivation plus other topical top tips. I will access the group Mon-Fri in school hours and sometimes more frequently but during school hols I will be accessing it less to be with Isabella and William. Please do reach out if I can help you in anyway katherine@baby-steps.co.uk

Katherine x

About Katherine:
For as long as I can remember I have wanted to look after babies. I had a nanny job in my gap year & had a place at Great Ormond Street Hospital to train as a Paediatric Nurse before my friends had any idea what they wanted to do! On qualifying, I worked at Great Ormond Street before moving to Paediatric Accident & Emergency at a London hospital where I continue to work. I have been in the NHS nearly 3 decades!I have had various Paediatric Nursing roles, as a Registered Health Visitor in the community & hospital & in 2006, I trained to be a Certified Infant Massage Instructor. I was blown away by the benefits for parents and babies. The classes have been such a special part of my work supporting parents ever since. Back in 2006, while working as a Paediatric Nurse, Health Visitor in London, I recognised the need for a relaxed and friendly service to address common parental concerns & Baby Steps was born. Offering courses in Baby & Child First Aid, Weaning, Baby Massage & Relaxation. My mission remains the same 'To give reassurance and confidence to a parent and baby everyday'. I feel I have the best job in the world.
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I am Mummy to Isabella and William, which makes everyday magic....and full on! Being a parent has exceeded all I could have wished for but it is also harder than I could have imagined!! I’ve been there……

After running Baby Steps in London for 13 years, we moved to Hampshire. Here I have a beautiful studio in the woods which offers a calm cocoon for new parents and babies. And now with online too, I can help even more families. I can not wait to support you and your little one,
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Katherine x

Please note all information given on the Baby Steps page is for general information only and should not be treated as a substitute for medical advice given by a doctor or any other health professional. Baby Steps is not responsible or liable for any diagnosis made or actions taken by a user based on this information.

💨 Cold weather + teething = sore baby skin ❄️If your baby is teething, you’ll probably notice their cheeks, chin and eve...
06/02/2026

💨 Cold weather + teething = sore baby skin ❄️

If your baby is teething, you’ll probably notice their cheeks, chin and even neck are constantly damp from drool. Add cold temperatures and winter wind, and that delicate skin can quickly become red, sore and chapped.

✨ Prevention really is key here.

One of my top tips (from years as a paediatric nurse and a mum):
👉 Apply a natural barrier cream while your baby is fast asleep.
That way it actually stays on, has time to work, and isn’t immediately rubbed off by busy little hands.

I personally recommend:
• ABC Arbonne Baby Nappy Cream – creates a gentle waterproof barrier and contains aloe vera, chamomile, vitamin E and sunflower oil to soothe and protect https://www.arbonne.com/gb/en/arb/katherinewhitby/shop-all/body-%26-hair-care/abc-arbonne-baby-care%c2%ae-nappy-cream/p/853%20UK
• Neal’s Yard Baby Balm – beautifully nourishing and calming for sensitive skin https://uk.nyrorganic.com/shop/babysteps/product/1655/baby-balm-50g/?a=12&cat=0&search=baby%20balm

Because both are natural, you don’t need to worry if a little gets onto hands or fingers (which inevitably end up in mouths!).

🍼 A small layer at nap or bedtime can make a big difference.

Both are available from the Studio or delivered to your home.
💌 Get in touch with any queries,

Save and share with a friend who would find this helpful,

Katherine x

05/02/2026

I saw this in A&E … and it scared me. Parents are trusting a ROBOT over doctors. AI advice is causing real panic. Chat GPT is fuelling parental anxiety to the point they are challenging highly experienced medical professionals! Please trust your instincts & seek the support you need from trusted experienced health professionals


“Never has the noise around weaning been louder…” 🔊😵‍💫So let’s quiet it — together 🤍Weaning without Worry™🗓 Monday 9th F...
02/02/2026

“Never has the noise around weaning been louder…” 🔊😵‍💫
So let’s quiet it — together 🤍

Weaning without Worry™
🗓 Monday 9th Feb
⏰ 10am–12.30
👶 Babies welcome

Why this course will give you confidence 👇

Because Weaning & First Aid are inseparable.
If you’re worrying about choking, it’s almost impossible to relax at mealtimes.

In this course we gently and clearly cover:
✨ Gagging vs choking – and what’s normal
✨ What to do if your baby does choke
✨ Allergies – when to introduce foods & when to seek help
✨ So you feel reassured, not on edge

You’ll also receive step-by-step weaning guidance, including:
🥄 Textures from purées to finger foods
🍽 Using family food (no separate baby meals)
⏱ Time-saving hacks for real life
🕰 When & how to introduce meals & foods
🦷 Teething, cups & weaning equipment
🛒 Shop-bought baby food – how to choose wisely
🧺 Your essential Weaning Kit & more…

This isn’t about rules or pressure.
It’s about clarity, confidence and calm.

I’ve supported families for over 20 years with my Weaning without Worry approach - and yes, I’ve weaned my own babies too 🤍

💬 Support goes beyond the course
You can contact me with questions along your weaning journey, so you’re never left second-guessing yourself.

This support helps you:
✨ Relax
✨ Enjoy weaning your baby
✨ Create happy, healthy mealtimes

📍 Studio-based | relaxed & supportive and cosy! Easy parking

I would love to support you, £45pp or £80 per couple
Katherine x

https://www.baby-steps.co.uk/weaning

DM WEANING or book via the link in bio.

A cosy cocoon of professional support this February ❄️ for you & your baby at the Baby Steps Studio in the woods (GU26 ...
01/02/2026

A cosy cocoon of professional support this February ❄️ for you & your baby at the Baby Steps Studio in the woods (GU26 6DG) 🌲 soft lights, cushions, blankets, relaxing music, home comforts, refreshments ☕️ a chance to catch your breath in a group of mums who get it (easy parking)

I am Katherine, a Paediatric Nurse, Health Visitor, Baby Massage Instructor, Maternal Wellbeing Practitioner & Mum of two.

I offer parents & babies practical & emotional support to give you confidence, reassurance & peace of mind so you can relax & enjoy your baby 🩵& a relaxed parent = a relaxed baby! Easier said than done I know!!

I’ve been in the NHS 30 years & started Baby Steps 20 years ago. I have the best job in the world 🌍

Monday 9th Feb Weaning Safely course 1.30-4pm. Feel confident & reassured with First Aid for Weaning (gagging, choking & allergies practicing on manikins, plus the full step by step Weaning course. Covering all textures, time saving hacks using family food, teething, cups, shop bought baby food and more with my Weaning without Worry™️ approach. You can contact me throughout your weaning journey.
“🤍 Katherine was an absolute lifesaver during my weaning journey, and I cannot recommend her enough! As someone who was an absolute nervous wreck about weaning, Katherine’s expertise, patience, and personal support were invaluable. She took the time to listen to my concerns and provided practical, step-by-step guidance that made the whole process feel manageable. I felt fully supported throughout, and I now feel confident in my approach to weaning, thanks to her. I highly recommend you do one of her courses! I only wish I had found her sooner”
https://www.baby-steps.co.uk/weaning

Weekly support:
Soul-Full MAMA®️ The course every new parent needs 🩵 Helping you navigate life as a new Mum with a gorgeous toolkit, relaxation, supportive chat & special moments with your baby. On Mondays (so no more Sunday scaries!) for 5 weeks 10.30am-12noon from Monday 23rd Feb https://www.baby-steps.co.uk/soul-full-mama

Baby Massage & Relaxation:
5 very special weeks 10.30am-12noon from Tuesday 24h February
Relaxation & treats for you, the incredible benefits of Baby Massage, a supportive chat & cuppa ☕️

On the last week we go for a pub lunch 😃 plus there is a WhatsApp group for the course.

https://www.baby-steps.co.uk/weaning

Events in ‘For You February’
As part of Baby Steps continuing support not just with your babies, but your wellbeing inside + out, join me in the Baby Steps Kitchen for a cosy, relaxing morning. Chat & enjoy lovely refreshments, ☕️ & wellbeing treats, plus I will share some gentle wellness tips to help take care of you

Friday 27th February 10.30am-12noon Walk and Talk in the woods of Bramshott Chase (flat) & then back to the kitchen for ☕️ & wellbeing treats (weather permitting otherwise we will stay cosy)
Cost: Free
Places are limited. Babies are, of course, welcome.
Please book your place: DM, email katherine@baby-steps.co.uk or text 07796942771

Please get in touch if I can help you in anyway,
Always here for you,
Katherine x

For booking & for info on my other services - First Aid & Weaning plus my online courses & support in your home visit www.baby-steps.co.uk

🌡️ Winter Worries: When Your Little One Is Unwell 🤒When your baby or child is ill or has an accident, it’s so easy to pa...
30/01/2026

🌡️ Winter Worries: When Your Little One Is Unwell 🤒

When your baby or child is ill or has an accident, it’s so easy to panic and grab your phone for answers. But here’s the truth…
No app, AI, or online advice (sorry ChatGPT 👋) can see your child — not yet anyway!

This winter, trust your instincts.
If something feels off, it probably is.

Here’s where to turn for real help and safe advice 👇

💻 NHS Website — for trusted symptom checkers and what-to-do guides
📞 NHS 111 — speak to trained professionals 24/7 if you’re unsure
👩‍⚕️ Your GP — for ongoing or non-urgent concerns
🏥 Walk-in Centres — can treat minor injuries/illnesses (check age limits)
🚑 Paediatric A&E — for anything serious, worsening, or if your gut says “this isn’t right”

As a Paediatric Nurse, I always remind parents:
👉 You know your child best.
👉 You’re never wasting anyone’s time if you’re worried.

Stay calm, stay confident — and trust yourse

I have a FREE video Guide on all you need to know about Managing Colds https://www.baby-steps.co.uk/managing-colds-in-babies-opt-in

Or why not make the most of a cosy night in and watch my online on demand Ultimate Baby and Child First Aid and Home Safety Course covering all emergencies big and small or arrange a course with friends and family in your home or at the Studio. https://www.baby-steps.co.uk/first-aid-and-home-safety

Keeping your little ones safe and well,

Katherine x

The Calm in the Storm - After a very stormy ⛈️ night of wild wind 💨 and rain ☔️ we began class by creating calm within 🌿...
29/01/2026

The Calm in the Storm - After a very stormy ⛈️ night of wild wind 💨 and rain ☔️ we began class by creating calm within 🌿
We enjoyed arbonne InnerCalm – calm in the storm – with ashwagandha, saffron & theanine, supporting stress and anxiety when life feels a little noisy. All in the cosy cocoon of the Studio filled with cushions & blankets 💫

This was followed by a gorgeous stretch and gentle meditation, giving these lovely mums space to pause, breathe, and truly catch their breath.

We then added the chest & arm strokes to our massage routine – building on everything we’ve already learned to support both babies’ comfort and connection 💞

And of course… the all-important chat and cuppa ☕️🍪
We talked honestly about managing different stresses in the modern world – such a real, supportive conversation.

Everyone stepped back out into the January grey feeling held, supported and refreshed ✨

This is what Baby Massage & Relaxation is really about – calm, connection and community 🤍. The next courses starts on Tuesday 24th Feb for 5 special weeks. Link in bio

Would love you to have this to enjoy each week,
Katherine x

The Calm in the Storm - After a very stormy ⛈️ night of wild wind 💨 and rain ☔️ we began class by creating calm within 🌿...
29/01/2026

The Calm in the Storm - After a very stormy ⛈️ night of wild wind 💨 and rain ☔️ we began class by creating calm within 🌿

We enjoyed arbonne InnerCalm – calm in the storm – with ashwagandha, saffron & theanine, supporting stress and anxiety when life feels a little noisy. All in the cosy cocoon of the Studio filled with cushions & blankets 💫

This was followed by a gorgeous stretch and gentle meditation, giving these lovely mums space to pause, breathe, and truly catch their breath.

We then added the chest & arm strokes to our massage routine – building on everything we’ve already learned to support both babies’ comfort and connection 💞

And of course… the all-important chat and cuppa ☕️🍪
We talked honestly about managing different stresses in the modern world – such a real, supportive conversation.

Everyone stepped back out into the January grey feeling held, supported and refreshed ✨

This is what Baby Massage & Relaxation is really about – calm, connection and community 🤍. The next courses starts on Tuesday 24th Feb for 5 special weeks. https://www.baby-steps.co.uk/baby-massage

Would love you to have this to enjoy each week,
Katherine x

😴💛 How Baby Massage can help with sleep In the 20 years I have been an Infant Massage Instructor, I have seen time and t...
28/01/2026

😴💛 How Baby Massage can help with sleep

In the 20 years I have been an Infant Massage Instructor, I have seen time and time again how gentle, soothing strokes help your little one relax and sleep better. Strokes can be used day or night, making them a wonderful way to wind down together. 🌸. As your breathing settles and relaxes this too will MASSIVELY help you both relax and ultimately sleep.

Massage also releases feel-good hormones like oxytocin and serotonin for both of you, helping parents feel calmer and happier. ✨

Relaxed parents = happy babies! 💛

Enjoy all the benefits of Baby Massage for you too - bonding, relaxation, and those precious calm moments together.

🎁 Perfect for a gift, cosy winter days, or just some mindful time with your baby - 💻 Learn at home with my online Baby Massage course. Includes gorgeous meditations and stretches for you 15% off code BM15
🏡 Or join me in the Studio, starting Tuesday 23rd February for the most amazing 5 weeks, relaxation for you, the incredible benefits of Baby Massage and a supportive chat and cuppa, whatsapp group and pub lunch on the last week

Baby Massage is here to help you and your baby 💖
Katherine

https://www.baby-steps.co.uk/baby-massage

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