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Dorset Parent Infant Partnership

Supporting families through the first 1001 days of parenthood to help families to flourish. Providing a specialist attachment parenting service.

Are you up for the Challenge? -> www.dorpip.org.uk/1001-adventures-challenge DorPIP helping families flourish across Dorset and surrounding areas. We support expectant parents and parents up to when your child is two. Offering a warm, nurturing, confidential space for you to talk about the emotional transition to parenthood. Yours and your child’s mental health and wellbeing is our priority. Our h

ighly qualified, experienced parent-infant relationship psychotherapist work discreetly with you to develop a safe, secure relationship with your infant. Because we know that the first 1001 days are a key time in your baby’s development. Helping you so that you can give your child the best possible start in life. We provide a nurturing environment for you to explore any difficult thoughts and feelings you may be experiencing. Magic happens in this safe space and relationships can flourish. Working together you can make a difference that lasts a lifetime for your baby and you. https://www.dorpip.org.uk/support-services-families

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_1aUfLp06Zo Explainer video

09/04/2026

Our baby massage courses are starting very soon!
Through the power of positive touch, you’ll learn how to soothe your baby, strengthen your bond, and support their wellbeing right from the very beginning.
💬 "It gave me time just for me and my baby – I felt more confident, less alone, and really connected to her in a new way." – DorPIP parent
Whether you’re a first-time parent or finding your feet again, you’ll be welcomed with warmth and kindness👶
📍Join us in a safe, nurturing space where every baby matters and every parent is supported.
✨ Because big changes start small. ✨
Enquire today by completing this form to see if you're eligible for a funded space! https://zfrmz.eu/H4sxvVcT4zDivdW1ZHTc

02/04/2026

A big thank you to everyone who joined us for our Quiz Night on 20th March at St Peter’s Church. It was a great evening with a brilliant atmosphere and plenty of friendly competition.

We’re really grateful to all the local businesses who kindly donated raffle prizes—your generosity made a big difference and helped make the night such a success.

And a special congratulations to our winning team, Lilliput Lightning 🏆

Together, we raised an incredible £1,070, which will go towards DorPIP’s work with babies and families, supporting early relationships and ensuring more parents can access the right support at the right time.

Thank you again to everyone who came along and made it such a successful evening.

21/03/2026

Our next lot of baby massage courses are just around the corner!
Through the power of positive touch, you’ll learn how to soothe your baby, strengthen your bond, and support their wellbeing right from the very beginning.
💬 "It gave me time just for me and my baby – I felt more confident, less alone, and really connected to her in a new way." – DorPIP parent
Whether you’re a first-time parent or finding your feet again, you’ll be welcomed with warmth and kindness👶
📍Join us in a safe, nurturing space where every baby matters and every parent is supported.
✨ Because big changes start small. ✨
Enquire today by completing this form to see if you're eligible for a funded space! https://zfrmz.eu/H4sxvVcT4zDivdW1ZHTc

19/03/2026

Our next lot of baby massage courses and our Dorchester Little PIPs classes are just around the corner!
Through the power of positive touch, you’ll learn how to soothe your baby, strengthen your bond, and support their wellbeing right from the very beginning.
💬 "It gave me time just for me and my baby – I felt more confident, less alone, and really connected to her in a new way." – DorPIP parent
Whether you’re a first-time parent or finding your feet again, you’ll be welcomed with warmth and kindness👶
📍Join us in a safe, nurturing space where every baby matters and every parent is supported.
✨ Because big changes start small. ✨
Enquire today by completing this form to see if you're eligible for a funded space! https://zfrmz.eu/H4sxvVcT4zDivdW1ZHTc

05/03/2026

Don’t miss out, Quiz night is coming up!

Our DorPIP Quiz Night is happening on Friday 20th March, and tables are booking fast. If you’re super organised (or can’t make it on the night!) you can still be part of the fun by pre-booking raffle tickets here (https://gvwhl.com/X7FXX)

🧠 Picture rounds • Joker rounds
👥 Teams of up to 6
💷 £30 per table
📍 St Peter’s Church, Poole

👉 Book now via the QR code or our website www.dorpip.org.uk

20/02/2026

Can’t make it to our Quiz Night? You can still join in the fun!

By buying raffle tickets (£5 per strip), you’re helping DorPIP continue its work with babies, parents and professionals across Dorset. All proceeds go directly towards supporting early relationships — and winners will be contacted after the event.

👉 Purchase raffle tickets here: https://gvwhl.com/X7FXX

Why does it matter?
Early relationships lay the foundations for lifelong mental health. Last year alone, DorPIP supported over 250 families through parent–infant groups, targeted support and workforce training. Every raffle ticket helps ensure this preventative work can continue, reaching families early and reducing the need for crisis-led support later.

Even if you’re not with us on the night, your ticket helps make a real difference 💛

Find out more about DorPIP’s work at www.dorpip.org.uk

19/02/2026

✨ Infant Massage and Peapods – Spaces Still Available! ✨

Do you have a baby over 4 weeks old and not yet crawling? Or are you pregnant and due in May/June/July?

Our next Infant Massage courses and our Peapods Course start at the end of this month and we still have spaces available! These places are fully funded, so there is no cost to attend. Some courses only have one space available so please complete our form and register today to secure your place. We’d love to welcome you and your little one 💛

You can do this by email: [email protected]
or visiting https://www.dorpip.org.uk/infant-massage-courses

Over six relaxed Infant Massage sessions, you will:
💛 Strengthen your bond with your baby
💛 Learn gentle techniques to soothe colic and constipation
💛 Meet other parents in a warm, welcoming space

At our Peapods Course you will:
🌿 Learn how bonding and attachment begin before birth
💛 Understand parental emotional well-being and mental health
🍼 Explore baby behaviour, sleep and early relationship building

Some courses only have one space available so please complete our form and register today to secure your place. We’d love to welcome you and your little one 💛

You can do this by email: [email protected]
or visiting https://www.dorpip.org.uk/infant-massage-courses

12/02/2026

Quiz night, anyone?

Join us for the DorPIP Quiz Night on Friday 20th March at St Peter’s Church, Poole.

✨ Bring your team together for a fun, relaxed night that gives back
👥 Teams of up to 6
🕡 Doors open 18:30 | Quiz starts 19:00
🎟 Raffle, snacks and drinks available on the night

All funds raised help DorPIP continue working with babies, parents and professionals across Dorset.

👉 Scan the QR code or visit www.dorpip.org.uk to book.

20/01/2026

Do you work with families during pregnancy or the early years? Are you looking to refresh your practice or strengthen your confidence in early years work?

Our IMHCF Level 1 Training is designed for you. Delivered by Infant Mental Health Experts, this CPD-accredited training introduces the core principles of infant mental health and early relationships, supporting you to hold the baby in mind and reflect on the impact of your role during the first 1,001 days. You'll gain a clearer understanding of infant mental health and early development, and reflective tools you can use immediately in your role.

Aligned with The Best Start for Life and Dorset’s Infant Mental Health Manifesto, the training supports organisations to place babies and early relationships at the heart of everyday practice.

When? 3rd February 2026
Where? Online (Microsoft Teams)

👉 Have you secured your place?
https://lnkd.in/ecSyJKtZ

15/01/2026

We want to share a quick reminder that our Infant Mental Health Competency Framework Training Day is coming up soon, a great opportunity for you to invest in your practice and take the next step in enhancing how you work with families in 2026.

📅 Date: Tuesday 3rd February 2026 (limited availability remaining)
⏰ Time: 9:00am – 4:00pm
📍 Location: Online
You can book your place here: https://www.dorpip.org.uk/professionals-hub-dorset

This course is designed for people who come into contact with families as part of your role. If you haven't secured your place yet, now is the time. This is not just generic CPD. It offers a focused, evidence-informed approach to understanding and strengthening parent–infant relationships, grounded in infant mental health.

"Talking about how we handle conversations and how we end conversations was a highlight, this was a very useful exercise to reflect how we work and support our families" - Family Hub Practitioner

If you have any questions or would like to talk through whether this training is right for you or your role, please don’t hesitate to get in touch, we’re always happy to help.

Visit: www.dorpip.org.uk
Contact: [email protected]

16/12/2025

DorPIP will be closed from 4pm on Friday 19th December
and will reopen on Monday 5th January 2026.

If you need to access support during this time, reach out to NHS 111 for guidance.

Wishing all our families, partners, and colleagues a peaceful, gentle, and joyful Christmas.
✨ Merry Christmas from all of us at DorPIP! ✨

Address

DorPIP Morris Lane 31/33 Commercial Road
Poole
BH140HU

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm

Website

http://www.dorpip.org.uk/

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