Cheltenham Twins Group - support for parents & carers of twins & triplets in Gloucestershire

Sunday April 15th 2012 – CTG Toddle Waddle

chicken — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 20:59:48 +0000

We’re delighted to be supporting the Meningitis Trust by organising our very own Toddle Waddle again this year. It will take place on Sunday April 15th, in Pitville Park. If you haven’t been along before, it’s basically a (very short) sponsored walk for your multiples, in aid of the Meningitis Trust. Ours is on SUNDAY APRIL 15th at 10.30am. We meet by the Pump Rooms. There’ll be cakes at the finish and please feel welcome to bring a picnic and stay on afterwards. Even though it’s called a “Toddle Waddle”, there are always lots of multiples in buggies, or being carried. Bikes, scooters and rollerskates are also allowed! As is fancy dress! Sponsor forms can be picked up on Friday mornings at playgroup, or downloaded at www.meningitis-trust.org (follow the links to the Toddle Waddle page). Contact Claire Harrison with any queries.

Book Published on Expecting Twins – a Dad’s View

chicken — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 19:36:00 +0000

Johnny Pearce is a member of the Fareham and Gosport Twin Club. Recently, he published a book of advice and information for dads of twins called ‘Twins: A Survival Guide for Dads’ (http://www.amazon.co.uk/Twins-Survival-Guide-Johnny-Pearce/dp/0956694845/ref=tmm_pap_title_0).

“So you’ve found out the good news. How did you take it? Normally it is a choice of pure joy, pure terror or downright panic. In the event of any or all of these emotions, you will certainly be needing advice. Dads get overlooked, let’s face it. It’s about time that this changed. And that’s why Johnny Pearce decided to write this book. From a dad who’s been through it and come out the other side, this is a guide to help dads through the turbulent time of twin pregnancy, birth and those first years.”

The book is available on Amazon and all other online retailers as well as to order from bookshops. It is also available on the Kindle. Twins UK are also due to stock the book, which is great!

Thursday 22nd March – 20% at Clarks for TAMBA members

chicken — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 14:52:00 +0000

If you are a TAMBA member, there will be a Clarks 20% off day on March 22nd.

To become a member of TAMBA (and to qualify for the discount) call 01483 304442 or go to www.tamba.org.uk.

Following the success of previous years, this all day event is back once again, giving you 20% off all full priced footwear and accessories across both Mens and Ladies. All 500 Clark’s stores are participating. All you need to do is bring with you your valid Tamba membership card. You can book appointments with the store if you want kids shoes, to ensure you don’t have to queue.

Friday 3rd February – Dinky Prints at the Play Session

chicken — Wed, 25 Jan 2012 12:24:47 +0000

On Friday 3rd February, Dinky Prints will be coming to our play session (www.dinkyprints.co.uk) to take clay impressions of the babies handprints and footprints to make keepsakes, presents etc. Hopefully see you there!

Friday 9th March – Soft Play

chicken — Mon, 23 Jan 2012 09:33:25 +0000

It’s softplay again on Friday 9th March at leisure@cheltenham from 11.30-12.15. Completely free! Something for all ages. The facilities include 2 large bouncy castles, a large soft obstacle course, slides and various sports equipment as well as plenty of staff to help out. It’s in half of the main sports hall and there was masses of room to run/crawl around.

We won’t open the play session at Charlton Kings that day, as it was not well attended last time softplay was on. If you have any queries then please contact Ellie.

For sale – Double Mountain Buggy

chicken — Wed, 18 Jan 2012 09:59:10 +0000

For Sale

Double Mountain Buggy – All Terrain version

Bought from new this black/grey mountain buggy is in excellent condition and is fabulous for going across fields as well as towns. Suitable from birth – it features adjustable back rest, 5 point harness, shopping basket, hood and rain cover - full set of manual/instructions included.

For a photo/enquiries call Frances 07721 450355.

For Sale – Buggypod Smorph

chicken — Wed, 11 Jan 2012 18:13:37 +0000

Buggypod Smorph for sale, black. nearly new. With raincover. £40 contact Ellie on ellie@chelt.com

For sale – triple buggy

chicken — Fri, 06 Jan 2012 14:16:42 +0000

I have for sale an ABC Adventure pushchair. BC Adventure Buggy is designed & manufactured by the Phil & Ted company and comes from New Zealand, as far as I am aware there are no UK stockists.

The great thing about this buggy is that it is narrow (same width as a single out ‘n’ about or Phil & Teds).

I have a selection of raincovers/sunscreens/wool footmuff/shopping basket which all comes with it. New this buggy would be around £1000 + depending on the model and shipping. Honestly it is in pristine condition I would be looking for £475 ono.

http://adventurebuggycompany.com/triplebuggy.htm

January 2012 – CTG Newsletter

chicken — Fri, 06 Jan 2012 11:19:31 +0000

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Evening at Cheltenham Racecourse – 2nd May 2012

chicken — Tue, 03 Jan 2012 13:09:00 +0000

Ellie is organising a ladies trip to the Cheltenham evening races on 2nd May. The gates open at 3.30pm and the first race is at 5.35pm.

Check out the website for more info: www.cheltenham.co.uk

Tickets for Club/ Tattersalls start from £17 if you book in advance for more than 10 people. If you are interested in a fun evening out and want to take advantage of the cheaper tickets then please can you let Ellie know (ellie@chelt.com) and let me have your ticket money as soon as possible.

If you want to come but don’t want to book now you can book online for just yourself for £18 nearer the time or pay at the door for £20.