2016 Workshops & Speakers
Seats for Kids Car Seat Clinic, 9:00am to 12:00pm
Schedule and Drop in Car Seat Clinic Installation Appointments Available. SEATS for Kids offers many inspection clinics throughout the year in Kingston. These clinics will show you how to successfully install your child's seat, and ensure they are properly restrained. Our clinics are not designed to "do it for you" but rather will try to ensure you have the skills and confidence to install and use your seat properly. Visit WEBSITE to schedule an appointment.
Cloth Diapering 101, 9:30am
Want to learn all about cloth diapers in today's modern world? Join Natalie from Go Green Baby for an interactive workshop on the benefits of cloth diapering. Affordable, healthy and environmentally friendly, today's cloth diapers are easy to use and cute too! If I can use them, you can too!
Babywearing, 10:30am
Join Tanya of the Kingston Babywearing Group for an interactive demonstration of different styles of baby carriers along with important safety importation for wearing your baby and young child.
Breastfeeding Experiences and Resources, 11:30am
Breastfeeding is a journey. Join local mothers as they share their personal experiences with breastfeeding and Lactation Consultant, Elizabeth Hughson, who will provide information on the local breastfeeding resources to guide you through your own journey.
Prenatal Yoga Class, 12:15pm
Connect with your baby, your body, and other expectant mothers. Promote the overall health of you and your baby by practicing intentional breathing and postures that cultivate strength, flexibility, and endurance in preparation for your birthing time. Life Yoga will focus on poses that alleviate discomforts associated with pregnancy such as nausea, constipation, back pain, or sciatica.
Avoiding Allergies and Picky Eating, 12:30pm
Introducing foods for the first time to your child can be an exciting but also overwhelming time. The recommendations on when foods should be introduced has changed and these could influence the chance of food allergies developing. The first year of food introduction is key to prevent allergies, set the foundation for healthy digestion and avoid picky eating. Come learn from Kingston Integrated Healthcare how to get your little one on the right track with their nutrition.
Natural Home Cleaning, 1:00pm
Are you tired of having to ‘suit-up’ and open every window in the house just to clean your bathroom? Are you afraid to enlist the help of your beloved mini family members to help with cleaning up after themselves? Then this session is for YOU!! Essentially Made by You will teach you how to safely and effectively use everyday products to clean and freshen your entire house, without all of the toxins – that’s right—even your children can use them!!! Topics covered will included: All purpose cleaning spray, Glass and window spray, Sink and Bathtub scrub, Stainless Steel Polish, Room Deodorizers, Re-usable Cleaning Wipes, Fabric Softener/Dryer Balls.
The Six Weeks After Birth: Caring for the Mother, 2:30pm
Wondering what to expect after baby arrives? Join us for an interactive workshop with professionals to talk about the postpartum period, caring for baby, caring for self, managing life, community services, postpartum depression signs and more.
Mom and Baby Massage, 3:00pm
Feeling tired? Want to connect with your baby more? More to Life Massage Therapy is excited to present a workshop on Mom and Baby massage at the inaugural Bump, Baby and Beyond. We will have a team of therapists there to support your journey through the childbearing year. From massage to nurture the Mother to instructions on how to massage your baby to aid in their digestion, increase sleep but most of all create a bond with your baby. Touch is the only language babies know, so let's learn how to use their language and create an undeniable bond with our infants. Haven't bonded with your baby yet? Don't worry lots of moms don't feel that immediate bond. Mark 4 and 6 weeks on your calendar and that will be your next window to solidify your bond. In the meantime you can learn the techniques that will enhance and initiate connection that will last a lifetime!
Mama's Mind: Understanding Postpartum Mood Disorders, 3:15pm
Understanding postpartum mood disorders. Let's talk about what to watch for with postpartum depression, anxiety, baby blues and adjustment issues. We'll cover when, how and where to get help, including community and online resources.
