Parenting Confidently is an informative program designed for expecting and new parents. You’ll leave armed with practical and life-saving health and safety skills taught by experts and practitioners. They’ll lead you through a series of practical information topics ranging from Infant CPR to nutrition to early literacy. Boost your confidence and quiet much of the anxiety and nervousness new parents face by learning everyday, hands-on skills to keep your children healthy, safe and having fun.
You will register once to attend all the sessions within the workshop.
For ages: 0-24 months babies are welcome to attend with you.
Not an LWAB member - please sign up for our free membership here https://www.lifewithababy.com/sign-up
If you are having trouble registering for this event please email bhavishree@lifewithababy.com once you have signed up for the membership to assist you quickly.
Week 1
Tuesday March 19th - Meet and greet
Bhagyashree Patil-BA Psychology with a degree in Infant and Early child mental health.
Thursday March 21st-Breastfeeding
Speaker -Debby Noar. Maternally Yours is Registered Nurse, International Board Certified Lactation Consultant with more than 15 years of experience. Debby focuses on the unique needs and concerns of breastfeeding families. Debby’s passion is to support new parents in feeding their babies with Calm Confidence. https://maternallyyours.ca/about
Week 2
Tuesday March 26th - Sleep
Speaker- Alison Macklin is one of the talented and skilled professionals who is certified with sleep training certification from The Family Sleep Institute.
https://goodnightsleepsite.com/about/
Thursday March 28th - Newborn care
Petra Nobel from Thornhill Doulas will be speaking about newborn care from her previous work experience of a maternity care nurse. She understands the importance expectant and new parents who have many questions while they navigate through this life changing journey.
hello@thornhilldoulas.com - https://www.thornhilldoulas.com
Week 3
Tuesday April 2 - Infant mental health
Bhagyashree Patil-BA Psychology with a degree in Infant and Early child mental health. This is a interactive workshop designed to delve into the critical aspects of infant mental health, attachment theory, and positive parenting practices. In this workshop, participants will explore the foundational elements that shape a child's emotional well-being and development in the early years."
Thursday April 4th - Infant Massage
Pushpa Parmar from Thornhill Doulas has more than 15 years of experience and is passionate about benefits of massage for babies.
parmar.pm@gmail.com
Week 4
Tuesday April 9th - Basic CPR/Infant nutrition
Thursday April 11th - Interactive, communication activities
Bhagyashree Patil-BA Psychology with a degree in Infant and Early child mental health
