MOTHER+

Join Mother+ for a very special morning as we host the UK launch of Solid Starts for Babies, the revolutionary new guide for modern parents introducing solids.

Whether you're a first-timer staring down the weaning stage or a second-time mum unsure about doing things differently, this event will leave you feeling calm, clear and confident about what and how to feed your baby.

You’ll hear directly from Kimberly Grenawitzke, one of the book’s co-authors and a paediatric occupational therapist from the US-based Solid Starts team, as well as Gill Rapley, the originator of the baby-led weaning movement, and her co-author Tracey Murkett.

The panel will be hosted by celebrated food writer and cookbook author Melissa Hemsley.

Together, they’ll walk you through the latest research and practical advice on how to raise a happy, confident eater, with guidance on safety, first foods, building food trust and navigating the early months with less stress and more joy.

Whether your baby is four months or 14, this warm, welcoming event is for you. Expect a safe space for questions, plenty of like-minded mums to connect with, and a baby-friendly play area to make the morning easy and enjoyable.

We’ll provide a nourishing breakfast buffet with hot drinks and every attendee will take home a copy of the new book (RRP £18.99).

Book tickets via our webiste

Key Information

Tickets include:

Entry to the talk

Complimentary tea and coffee plus selection of breakfast pastries.

Copy of the book Solid Starts for Babies (£18.99 RRP) additional copies can be bought on the day.

Networking opportunities before and after the event with likeminded women.

Dedicated play area in the room for those with babies.

Arrivals at 10am with the talk beginning at 10.30 and finishing by 12.00pm. All guests are welcome to stay and relax after the talk.

Please note there will be a photographer at the event. Please let the team know if you would prefer not be photographed.

Tickets are non-refundable.

Format

10 am Arrivals

10.30 am – Panel followed by Q+A

11.30 pm – Networking and book signing

12 pm – Event ends

Key Information:

Tickets include entry to the talk, a copy of the book, complimentary breakfast pastries and tea/coffee.

Babies welcome (up to pre-walking stage). Please contact us if you would like to bring older children.

The space is fully accessible and there is space for prams.

Photographer present (please advise if you would prefer not to be photographed.)

The event will take place at Drake & Morgan, 6 Pancras Square, London N1C 4AG. There is lift access in the venue to all levels and it is a baby friendly space.

The restaurant is located less than 5 minutes’ walk from Kings Cross Underground (step free) and St Pancras station. If you are driving, Handyside Car Park is a 231-bay multi-storey car park in the Tapestry building on Canal Reach near the venue. Local 24/7 parking can be found within St Pancras railway station.