Baby Week 2026 is a UK-wide celebration dedicated to babies, young children and families. It raises awareness of the importance of early childhood and helps parents discover support, services and activities in their local area. This year it will take place 14-20 November.
This year’s theme, Chat, Play, Read with Me: Together We Build the Best Start, shines a light on the simple, everyday interactions that help babies and young children learn, communicate and thrive.
The Baby Week 2026 Communications Pack has been designed to help you make the most of Baby Week and build understanding of why the earliest years matter. It includes key messages, campaign assets and practical resources to support your involvement. To access the Baby Week 2026 Communications pack, click on the following link: Baby Week 2026 Communications Pack
Baby Week 2026 also includes a number of free national online opportunities for families and professionals to get involved.
Introduction to Baby First Aid - Free Online Session - Introduction to Baby First Aid
A free online session designed to help parents, carers and families build confidence in responding to common baby first aid situations.
Date: 17 November 2026, 5.30pm-6.30pm
🤝 Building the Best Start Together – The Baby Week National Conference 2026
A flagship national event bringing together leaders, practitioners and partners from across the early years sector to share learning, innovation and good practice. Attendance is available online or in person.
Date: 18 November 2026, 9.00am-3.30pm
📺 Discover BBC - CBeebies Parenting for Professionals Lunch & Learn
Join this free national webinar to explore how BBC CBeebies Parenting resources can support conversations with families and help strengthen early childhood development, communication and learning.
Date: 17 November 2026, 12.00pm-1.00pm
For more information and to access the Baby Week website, click on the following link: Baby Week 2026 Resources