Steph’s Story

I first heard about BumpClub Walks while I was pregnant with Ryan and attended BumpClub Healthy Pregnancy programme.

Ryan and I joined the walks when he was 6 weeks old, I was nervous to start with as I hadn’t attended any groups, had hardly been out alone with my son and had no mummy friends locally. In reality, I found the walking group warm, friendly and welcoming and had lots of support from the BumpClub Walks team. It was great to meet other new mum’s who were in the same situation as me and going through the same thing as me.

It soon became the highlight of my week, the guaranteed one day of the week I’d make sure I got out and spent precious time with my son, outside in the fresh air. We were always encouraged not to let the weather be a deterrent, and you’d find us all walking whatever the weather! I always had my mac and rain cover at the ready in my buggy, because I knew the value and importance both physically and mentally the walks would bring.

I formed great friendships, and Ryan made baby friends too. I could see he recognised his new friends, and they all shared first birthday celebrations together. It was touching to see Ryan make first connections and it definitely made him the sociable little boy he is now.

Ryan is now 4 years old and I look back on the walks with very fond memories, we still keep as active as we can at weekends and out and about as a family.

If you are a new and expectant mum, looking to make friends while keeping active and fit, then don’t hesitate to join BumpClub Walks. You’ll meet amazing new mum friends and get invaluable support from the walk leaders – Just DO IT!