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Northfield mum transforms career to support Birmingham families through baby signing

Julie Hetherington, a mother from Northfield, made a bold career change from accountant to entrepreneur when she launched a TinyTalk baby signing franchise in Birmingham in 2010. Her decision was inspired by her own …

By Abbie Brown · Thursday 4 June 2026 · 1 min read

Parenting

Meet the Northfield Mum Who Changed Careers to Create a Welcoming Space for 1,500 Families

Julie Hetherington’s story is one of transformation and dedication. Once a chartered accountant, Julie made a life-changing decision to become a self-employed working mum, driven by her experience of feeling isolated and …

By Rebecca Duffy · Monday 1 June 2026 · 2 min read