Hi, I'm Catherine and I run Tootlepops!

 

I have lived in Sheffield for the last 15 years having studied at Birmingham Conservatoire for a degree in music. I also play in the Sheffield folk band Jack's Rake and teach violin and piano as well

 

I have two children of my own who I've been singing to since the day they were born – at times it would feel like I was their personal entertainer with request after request! Now they're getting older we sing together and it's lovely to see how many of the songs they've learnt during their lives!

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The great thing about groups like Tootlepops is that it isn't just about the children. I had just moved to Sheffield when my eldest was born and didn't know anyone except my husband's friends and none of them had children the same age! I joined a baby music group and now have very close friends as a result – we still meet up every week even though our children are now at school!

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So, if you're new to Sheffield or the only one in your social group with a young child, do come along to the friendly, welcoming group of Tootlepops Mums.

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Tootlepops has been growing in popularity since its creation in 2011 and I am delighted to see so many lovely children each week! Please come and join us!

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