Making a Difference for Parents and Babies in Colchester

For some new parents, the joy of a new child can be overshadowed by the barriers they face in looking after their own wellbeing. Fear and anxiety can loom large and make new parents feel overwhelmed and alone.

Startstrong Fitness CIC aims to change that. Their mission is to make sure no parent has to navigate parenthood alone. In 2025, with help from the Tudwick Foundation, Startstrong Fitness offered a programme of exercise classes in Colchester where parents can exercise alongside their children. The classes were consistently well attended, clearly meeting a real need, and created a welcoming space that parents were keen to return to.

Parents who attended reported a clear benefit and many spoke about feeling stronger, more confident and less isolated. This project clearly delivered meaningful improvements in wellbeing and shows the powerful impact of investing in early parent support.

For further details:

Website: www.startstrongfitnesscic.com

Facebook: https://facebook.com/StartStrongFitness