Nipperbout Ltd - Event Childcare Specialists

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Ready to enhance your event's reputation? A well-planned crèche expands accessibility, enhances reputation and ensures delegates can fully engage. So, is childcare an afterthought at your event, or a key part of your planning? Find out why childcare should be a must-have at your conference. https://lnkd.in/ewu_r2NS #ConferenceChildcare #Conferences #InclusiveConferences #PCO #ABPCO

Just two weeks to go and we're making the finishing touches to our creche plans for the Microbiology Society Annual Conference crèche at ACC Liverpool. We cannot wait to welcome alumni back and new faces to our superhero-themed area to; 🦸♀️ tackle the Nipperbout assault course, dodging asteroids and kryptonite on the way 🪐 train their senses and x-ray vision, and even master the art of telepathy 🎯 test their skills at target practice and web shooting 👗 learn the art of disguise with dress-up 🍹 create their own superhero juice 💪 make superhero cuffs, playdough planets, capes, and masks 💥 play pass the kryptonite 🕹️ test their piloting and reaction skills 🏠 build a superhero lair Capes at the ready! #ChildcareSolution #Nipperbout #MobileCreche #InclusiveConference #ConferenceChildcare

Long hours, anxiety, impossible choices. It doesn’t have to be this way. Last month at International Confex I was reminded again why the event industry needs to do more for working parents while chatting with an attendee who had felt forced to give up breastfeeding in order to get back into her event role. We need to make working parents feel genuinely supported. We need to realise that event childcare isn’t a convenience, it’s a necessity and it should reach beyond event hours. I’ve shared my thoughts on why this matters and I’d love to hear your perspective. Is event childcare the norm at your events? Should it be? Nipperbout Ltd - Event Childcare Specialists #EventChildcare #IWD2025 #WorkingParents #Inclusion #EventsIndustry

Parent guilt - how do we stop it encroaching on our events, stopping attendance, exhibiting and speaking? The events industry thrives on inclusivity and innovation, yet working parents still face barriers. Anxiety, long hours and lack of childcare solutions can make it hard for parents to be fully present. Last month at International Confex, Janthea Brigden  was invited by NOWIE - The Network of Women in Events CICto speak on a panel about juggling parenthood and a career in events. After the session, a returning-to-work parent shared how attending events meant she had to stop breastfeeding, a choice she didn’t want to make but felt forced into. The good news? Change is possible! From onsite childcare to dedicated breastfeeding spaces, small steps can make events more inclusive for all. Read Janthea's latest blog to learn why event childcare isn’t a luxury, it’s a necessity https://lnkd.in/eFy5XM3F #InternationalWomensDay #EventChildcare #WorkingParents #Inclusion #AccelerateAction #EventsIndustry #ChildrenAtEvents

For International Women’s Day, we of course celebrate the incredible contributions of women in the events industry - but we also need to talk about the barriers that still exist. One major challenge? Childcare. Too often, event professionals, especially women, face the impossible choice between advancing their careers and being present for their children. But this isn’t just a women’s issue - we know fathers struggle too. This week on The Neon Lounge, Cat and Eloise spoke with Janthea Brigden from Nipperbout Ltd - Event Childcare Specialists, who is leading the conversation on making family-friendly events the norm, not the exception. We discuss: 👶 Why on-site childcare is key to true inclusivity 🚸 The role of male role models in early childhood development 📖 How The Purple Guide can help create safer, more accessible events Listen now, link in the comments.

Ahead of International Women's Day tomorrow, Janthea Brigden spent some time with the awesome team at The Neon Lounge exploring; - Why childcare at events matters and how it can improve accessibility for both attendees and staff - The importance of inclusivity in childcare, including the role of male role models in early childhood development - The Purple Guide, and why this essential industry resource should be on every event professional’s radar Thanks to Cat Kevern ⚡️ and Eloise Newing for a brilliant conversation full of lots of tipbits for organisers to take away and apply to their next events. Catch up now; Spotify - https://lnkd.in/et5h827F Apple - https://lnkd.in/eTQ726jt #InclusiveEvents #IWD2025 #FamilyFriendlyEvents #EventAccessibility

Let's put creativity is at the heart of every great event experience! "You can't use up creativity. The more you use, the more you have." We know that children thrive in environments that encourage play, imagination, and self-expression. Whether it's icing biscuits, storytelling, or hands-on activities, our event childcare services create spaces where children feel engaged, safe and inspired. A child-friendly event isn't just an extra, it’s an opportunity to enhance the experience for families and make your event more inclusive. #EventInclusivity #CreativePlay #FamilyFriendlyEvents #EventProfs

What at a conversation! I knew it would be interesting, but 45 minutes flew by! Parents in the event industry face unique challenges. Long hours, transatlantic timings, and unexpected changes that demand flexibility and adaptability. Conclusions… There is no ‘right’ time to have a baby. Like all events, parenting requires detailed pre-event planning (with contingencies in place!), a solid support team, and a willingness to be flexible. Working for yourself makes it easier as you get to choose which 12 hours of the day you want to work! If you’re employed, a ‘return-to-work’ plan with your employer is key, ensuring no surprises on either side. Meetings can be scheduled outside of school/nursery pick-up and drop-off times (even transatlantic ones). Children can be brought to KIT days and even into the office when necessary. (Personally, I’ve never understood the issue, we often have children in our office with minimal disruption!) Employers who keep an open mind will reap the benefits. Parents returning to work have ‘super brains’! This is a fact! The new synapses formed in parent brains, focused on ‘survival’ and ‘protection,’ sharpen the very skills needed in the event industry: organisation, planning, adaptability, and best of all… they become super speedy!! Thanks to Emily Kenward for leading Jennifer Vance Olly Galvin ,Lizzy E. and I in this thought provoking conversation at the Event Production Show yesterday. #events #parenting #inclusion

We’re excited to welcome Janthea Brigden from Nipperbout Ltd - Event Childcare Specialists this afternoon! Hosting an exhibition or public event? Nipperbout provides pop-up crèches, creatively themed to engage children for up to four hours, allowing parents to explore your event with peace of mind. Stop by Stand B45C to discuss your event childcare needs with Janthea. Meet: Janthea Brigden When: 27th February, 2 PM - 3 PM Where: Stand B45C #SeeYouAtConfex #Nipperbout #Confex2025 #EventProfs #RefTech #EventChildCare