Good Enough Start

Good Enough Start Good Enough Start is a parent-infant relationship service for all infants in the first 1001 days of life, open to all Millom Families.

Your baby is learning long before they understand language. They learn from the sound and rhythm of your voice, your fac...
16/01/2026

Your baby is learning long before they understand language. They learn from the sound and rhythm of your voice, your facial expressions and eye contact and the pauses between sounds, where you notice and respond.

These everyday back-and-forth moments help your baby feel seen, heard, and understood. They’re how your baby begins to make sense of the world and their place in it.

Even on hard days – when you’re tired, distracted, or not feeling at your best, these tiny exchanges are still happening. And they still matter.

What do we mean when we say support network?It’s about knowing who you could turn to • for a chat• for reassurance• for ...
15/01/2026

What do we mean when we say support network?

It’s about knowing who you could turn to
• for a chat
• for reassurance
• for practical advice
• or just to have some company

A support network can be one person, a group, or a place you feel safe. Good Enough Start is here to be part of that. A familiar space, friendly faces, and time to talk about life with a baby.. just as it is.

Visit www.goodenoughstart.org for more info on our free groups and courses.

2026 isn’t about doing more .. it’s about staying connected!In December we shared coffee and real moments with 34 famili...
14/01/2026

2026 isn’t about doing more .. it’s about staying connected!

In December we shared coffee and real moments with 34 families across Millom. Thank you for being part of that with us.

Take a look at our website to see what’s coming up this month >
www.goodenoughstart.org

Bright lights, big gatherings and new faces,  it can all feel like a lot for little ones. A good enough Christmas includ...
17/12/2025

Bright lights, big gatherings and new faces, it can all feel like a lot for little ones. A good enough Christmas includes breaks, snuggles, and stepping outside when you need to. You’re not “missing out”, you’re tuning in to what helps your baby feel calm and secure.

A Good Enough Christmas looks different for every family. A good enough Christmas is one where you take things at your p...
12/12/2025

A Good Enough Christmas looks different for every family.

A good enough Christmas is one where you take things at your pace and choose connection over overwhelm. That’s more than enough.

www.goodenoughstart.org

The six-week post-birth check is important,  it looks at your physical healing and how your body is recovering. But it d...
11/12/2025

The six-week post-birth check is important, it looks at your physical healing and how your body is recovering. But it doesn’t measure the mental load of caring for a newborn… the feelings, the questions, the shifts in identity, the invisible work of tuning in to a tiny human who depends on you for everything.

If you’re feeling wobbly, unsure, or simply want someone to talk things through with, you’re welcome to contact GES at anytime.

We offer a calm, confidential space to pause and explore how you’re really doing, emotionally, mentally, and relationally. A space to share what’s felt heavy, what’s felt surprising, and most importantly, a chance to see the strengths you might not realise you have.

Because healing isn’t just physical.
And you deserve time to be heard.

You can reach out here >> www.goodenoughstart.org

09/12/2025

Throwback to November at Good Enough Start 🍁

What a month it was!

Here’s a little look back at the moments, milestones, and magic that filled our spaces.

Thank you to every family who stepped through our doors this month.
You make our community what it is. 💛

Early connection lasts a lifetime.The quality of your baby’s earliest relationships shapes how they feel, learn, and con...
04/12/2025

Early connection lasts a lifetime.

The quality of your baby’s earliest relationships shapes how they feel, learn, and connect for the rest of their life. A secure start creates strong roots for everything that follows. 🌿

At Good Enough Start, we’re here to support you through those early days from bump to baby!

💛 Learn more or get involved: www.goodenoughstart.org

When you soothe and comfort your baby you’re helping their brain build the pathways that manage stress and emotions, ski...
28/11/2025

When you soothe and comfort your baby you’re helping their brain build the pathways that manage stress and emotions, skills that support mental health for life.

Our Good Enough Start sessions create a space to connect, helping you and your baby find calm together.

✨ Come along to a local group: www.goodenoughstart.org

Get into the festive spirit with the Lighthouse Centre's Christmas Community Lunch open to all GES parents and families....
26/11/2025

Get into the festive spirit with the Lighthouse Centre's Christmas Community Lunch open to all GES parents and families. Enjoy a warm, delicious meal and a friendly space to get the christmas vibes going.

£12.50 per person
📞 To book:
Contact Caroline Knowles – 01229 719910
or message Tammy Thompson on Facebook

(FULL MENU IN OUR STORIES!)

We’d love to see you there! ❤️🎁🍽️

If you’re pregnant or have a little one, you can join us for free.Our Book Club is all about sparking curiosity from the...
24/11/2025

If you’re pregnant or have a little one, you can join us for free.

Our Book Club is all about sparking curiosity from the very beginning, giving you a beautiful collection of stories to start building your baby’s library even before they arrive.

But it’s more than books.
It’s about creating those meaningful moments together, the kind that help your parent–infant relationship grow through shared stories, snuggles, and time that feels truly connected.

If you’d love to build your library, discover new ways to enjoy books together, and have the resources ready for quality time with your little one… this is for you. It’s first come, first served. If the group becomes full, we’ll let you know and pop you on the waiting list for a space to open up.

You can sign up here: https://www.goodenoughstart.org/services/little-minds-book-club/

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Childrens Centre
Millom
LA184LP

Opening Hours

Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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