Helen Yeomans
Helen Yeomans

Thula Mama started in 2002 as a weekly singing group for mothers and babies in Totnes, South Devon, UK. It is the brainchild of Helen Yeomans, a singer songwriter and mother of four. Thula Mama songs are sung 'a capella' using only the human voice. This is soothing and calming for babies, grounding and confidence-building for mothers.

'Thula Mama' is pronounced 'tula mama' - or 'toolah' if you'd prefer! Named after a traditional South African lullaby, translated as 'hush, be quiet, don't cry'.

Latest News

babyThula Mama for Playgroups, Nurseries & Childminders

Thula Mama's soothing music has many benefits for playgroups and nurseries, offering a contemporary alternative to traditional nursery rhymes. For your group, Thula Mama now supply Teaching Packs with a song book, a teaching CD and a copy of a Thula Mama CD. Find out more here.

babyNew CD - Tootsie Toolahs

Yes, the new Thula Mama CD, Tootsie Toolahs is here! The follow up to Soul Cool Babies features 14 sublime a capella songs for you and your baby to enjoy. Helen's arrangements of traditional songs from around the globe and stunning original compositions are sweetly sung by 4 very talented singers. Buy it for yourself or gift-wrapped for a friend here.

babyThula Mama babywear

Thula Mama babywear, made from 100% organic cotton, is gorgeously soft, looks very cool and is safe for your baby and for the environment. Available now to order online. Download brochure pdf.

babyPlayground Magazine

Thula Mama is featured in the Summer 2008 edition of Playground Magazine. Read the article here.

Thula Mama - 'Tootsie Toolahs'

The new CD available now!

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Buy the CD here

Hear Helen interviewed by Chris Evans on BBC Radio 2

"Thula Mama has been the highlight of my week! It has helped me through lots of 'lows' and given me back my sense of self. Thank-you!"
Maxine
& Molly.

bambinogoodies - a shopping guide for hot baby and mama products. Thula Mama blog.

ThinkBaby - the total online Parenting resource. Read their review of Thula Mama CD here.

Baby Music - Calming music for babies, including Baby Cello and Baby Symphony.

Glorious Chorus - Helen's gospel, soul and blues choir. All original music.