2018 Workshops
9:15am Cloth Diapering 101
Presented by Go Green Baby. Cloth diapering can be fun and enjoyable! In this informative workshop you will learn about what you need to get started with cloth diapers, as well as other items that may make your time with cloth diapers easier. We'll showcase a variety of styles available, discuss how to clean and care for your cloth diapers, and provide some tips we've learned along the way.
9:15am Car Seat Safety
Join Certified car seat technicians Kelly Beckwith and Cris Strong as they take you Beyond The Minimums of car seat safety. This seminar will discuss selecting and using the appropriate seat for your baby’s size and development; how to dress baby for travel in the car; car seat installation; and where to find help in the Kingston and surrounding area.
10:15am Breastfeeding Myths: Fact or Fiction
Presented by Jennifer Howting, IBCLC. We will be looking at some of the most common myths that mothers are told when breastfeeding and then exploring if they are based of fact or are pure fiction.
10:15am Rhythhm and Rhyme
Join Kingston Frontenac Public Library for this session. Through rhythm, rhyme and movement, children three and under will naturally develop language and increase their ability to hear the smaller sounds in words. Experience hands-on play with bells, rhythm sticks, scarves, shakers and more.
10:15am Pelvic Health
Our pelvic health is such an important aspect of our overall health, but sadly not often discussed. Understanding how our pelvic floor impacts our overall health and wellbeing is so important at any stage of life, but especially during pregnancy and post-partum. So many changes happen during this time and it can oftentimes be overwhelming to know what is normal and what is not. The truth is, being a mom doesn't mean that you have to live a life of never again jumping on a trampoline or questionable sneezes. No, you don't have to 'just deal' with back pain, prolapse, pelvic pain and incontinence during pregnancy, post-partum, or ever! There is a solution! A well functioning, healthy pelvic floor is such an important piece before, during, and after your baby's arrival and is something that every woman should know about. In this 45-minute lecture with Pelvic Health Physiotherapist Cassie Dionne you will learn:- The key things you need to know about how your pelvic floor should function, - What common pelvic floor dysfunctions look like - How to treat these common dysfunctions - Easy to implement behavioural and lifestyle changes to better your pelvic health. Join Pelvic Health Physiotherapist Cassie Dionne on November 3, 2018 to talk about all things pelvic health and to hear the information you need to feel your best!
11:15am The 4th Trimester: What to Expect
Join Iryna, Registered Midwife from the Community Midwives of Kingston to discuss baby care, self care, psychological adjustments and positive parenting!
11:15am First foods: Avoiding Allergies and Picky Eating
Join Dr. Angela Hunt, ND at Kingston Integrated Health. 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 how to get your little one on the right track with their nutrition.
11:15am Parenting Through Challenging Behaviour-Perspective Matters
Dr. Tess Clifford is a registered Clinical Psychologist and Director of the Psychology Clinic at Queen's, a training clinic for graduate students in the Clinical Psychology Program at Queen's University. In this role she provides supervision to many psychologists-in-training and provides services to families in the Kingston community. Dr. Clifford has a special interest in working within a number of areas of psychology including neurodiversity, mental health and parenting. She looks forward to an interactive session discussing how the way we see challenging behaviour impacts our children, our own behaviour and parenting. She welcomes you to bring examples from your experience to discuss.
12:15pm Babywearing 101
Join Stefani Occhipinti, a local Babywearing Educator and member of The Kingston and Area Babywearing Group, for an interactive demonstration of different styles of baby carriers along with important safety importation for wearing your baby and young child
12:15pm How to Know if a Doula is Right for You?
Presented by the Doula Support Foundation. Have you heard the word "doula" floating around lately? Chances are for most of you, this is something new! As Doulas we get questions about what we do ALL the time. Things like: My mom is going to be there for the birth... why would I need a doula? I'm using a midwife, isn't that the same thing? I've already had two babies so do I actually need more help? Come to our session and find out what a Doula can do for you!
12:15pm Self-Compassion for Parents
Join Bethany Smith, of UpSpring Kingston for this workshop and discussion. Being a new parent is really, really tough. Living in a culture of self-criticism makes it even harder. Learning self-compassion can help parents turn down the volume of their inner critic and strengthen their kind, compassionate inner voice. In this workshop we will go through the elements of self compassion: mindfulness, acknowledging imperfection as our common humanity and practicing self-kindness. We will discuss self-care strategies for busy parents and setting healthy boundaries.
1:15pm The Power of Lullabies
For many of us, the songs we may remember most as adults, are often the lullabies that were lovingly sang to us as children. These songs helped create the special bond we had with our parents and caregivers. For expectant parents or the parents of a young child, what better way to connect with their child than through song? Join us for an interactive and musical workshop exploring the power of lullabies with Music Together center director, Christina Foster!
1:15pm Normal Infant Sleep
Come and hear about normal infant sleep from Doula Laura Gillian: why we have the expectations that we do and why we don’t need to change their sleep.
1:15pm La Leche League Meeting
Come join a LLL meeting and see what it’s all about!