Auckland 2021
SmartStart Seminar Series
Because no one issues you with a manual on the birth of your children, make the most of the FREE SmartStart Seminar Series from leading experts on a range of vital parenting topics throughout each day of the show.
- All
- Fri
Friday 20 August
Dororthy Waide - Sleep and Settling
10:30am-11:15am
Karitane Mothercraft Nurse Dorothy Waide, is a best Selling Author and one of New Zealand's leadings sleep consultant’s. She understands it's ok to ask for help. With over 30 years baby nursing and in-home 24/7 care both in New Zealand and around the world. She believes nurture is central to giving babies the very best start in life and takes an holistic approach to her work. Dorothy is here to help and support families by sharing her knowledge and skills. Dorothy is currently OHbaby!’s sleep expert, ambassador for Water Wipes NZ, appears regularly on the Parenting Squad 1ZB and works alongside New Shoots Children’s Centre.
Cloth nappies - Kate Meads
11:30am-12:15pm
Kate Meads from Waste Free With Kate (The Nappy lady), will show you how cloth nappies make sense and cents! Discover how you can both reduce your waste and save money just by using cloth nappies.
Forget the old pink striped nappies, pins, soaking, hot washing and time-consuming folding. Today, cloth nappies look exactly like a disposable but the only difference is that you throw them in the washing machine instead of the rubbish bin. She'll take you through your options and help you find the right nappy for your baby's bottom.
How to Talk to Babies and Toddlers - Bob Titzer (virtual from LA)
12:30pm-1:15pm
Infant researcher Dr. Robert Titzer will talk briefly about the benefits of providing better language environments for infants. Most of his presentation will be focused on giving parents practical tips that have been shown to help infants learn additional language skills.
Understanding the basics of Breastfeeding Nutrition - Julia Matthews & Jess Blair
1:30pm-2:15pm
Together with Julia Matthews, Mum to Lenny & Founder of Two Islands & Clinical Nutritionist Jessica Blair let’s talk about all things essential for a well balanced diet during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
Navigating Toddler Sleep 1-3 years - Annette Faamausili
2:30pm-3:15pm
Are you tired of your toddler's ever changing sleep habits? Do you dread putting your child to bed and worry what the night will bring?Annette Faamausili is an experienced Sleep Consultant of over two decades and specialises in toddler sleep issues. She is going to share her wisdom and expertise on some of the common sleep challenges parents face. From early rising to dropping the day nap and managing bedtime battles she's got it covered.
- Sat
Saturday 21 August
Dororthy Waide - Sleep and Settling
9:30am-10:15am
Karitane Mothercraft Nurse Dorothy Waide, is a best Selling Author and one of New Zealand's leadings sleep consultant’s. She understands it's ok to ask for help. With over 30 years baby nursing and in-home 24/7 care both in New Zealand and around the world. She believes nurture is central to giving babies the very best start in life and takes an holistic approach to her work. Dorothy is here to help and support families by sharing her knowledge and skills. Dorothy is currently OHbaby!’s sleep expert, ambassador for Water Wipes NZ, appears regularly on the Parenting Squad 1ZB and works alongside New Shoots Children’s Centre.
Cloth nappies - Kate Meads
10:30am-11:15am
Kate Meads from Waste Free With Kate (The Nappy lady), will show you how cloth nappies make sense and cents! Discover how you can both reduce your waste and save money just by using cloth nappies.
Forget the old pink striped nappies, pins, soaking, hot washing and time-consuming folding. Today, cloth nappies look exactly like a disposable but the only difference is that you throw them in the washing machine instead of the rubbish bin. She'll take you through your options and help you find the right nappy for your baby's bottom.
Understanding the basics of Breastfeeding Nutrition - Julia Matthews & Jess Blair
11:30am-12:15pm
Together with Julia Matthews, Mum to Lenny & Founder of Two Islands & Clinical Nutritionist Jessica Blair let’s talk about all things essential for a well balanced diet during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
How to Talk to Babies and Toddlers - Bob Titzer (virtual from LA)
12:30pm-1:15pm
Infant researcher Dr. Robert Titzer will talk briefly about the benefits of providing better language environments for infants. Most of his presentation will be focused on giving parents practical tips that have been shown to help infants learn additional language skills.
The Contented Mama - Sara Davy
1:30pm-2:15pm
Helping mamas to create more positive outcomes for both them and their children, enabling them to be able to enjoy their motherhood journey
Starting Solids for the Intuitive Baby - Jennifer Douglas
2:30pm-3:15pm
Jenny Douglas is a children's Dietitian and she will cover all you need to know about starting solid foods with your baby. Find out about when to start, why start, how to do it, what foods to give, how to introduce allergy foods, and understanding your babies feeding cues. Plus there will be time for Jenny to answer your baby nutrition questions
Hypnobirthing - Julie Baldwin
3:30pm-4:15pm
Please come and meet Angela and Julie at the HypnoBirthing Stand. When a mother is properly prepared for birthing physically, mentally and spiritually, she can experience birthing her baby in an easier, more comfortable and sometimes even pain free manner. Through a well-thought-out program of deep relaxation, self-hypnosis, visualisation, special breathing techniques and education, HypnoBirthing teaches women to release FEAR, and TRUST in their body and baby to birth instinctively. The 5 week comprehensive program facilitates a positive, calm and stress-free birthing experience regardless of how, where and with whom you birth.
- Sun
Sunday 22 August
Dororthy Waide - Sleep and Settling
10:30am-11:15am
Karitane Mothercraft Nurse Dorothy Waide, is a best Selling Author and one of New Zealand's leadings sleep consultant’s. She understands it's ok to ask for help. With over 30 years baby nursing and in-home 24/7 care both in New Zealand and around the world. She believes nurture is central to giving babies the very best start in life and takes an holistic approach to her work. Dorothy is here to help and support families by sharing her knowledge and skills. Dorothy is currently OHbaby!’s sleep expert, ambassador for Water Wipes NZ, appears regularly on the Parenting Squad 1ZB and works alongside New Shoots Children’s Centre.
Cloth nappies - Kate Meads
11:30am-12:15pm
Kate Meads from Waste Free With Kate (The Nappy lady), will show you how cloth nappies make sense and cents! Discover how you can both reduce your waste and save money just by using cloth nappies.
Forget the old pink striped nappies, pins, soaking, hot washing and time-consuming folding. Today, cloth nappies look exactly like a disposable but the only difference is that you throw them in the washing machine instead of the rubbish bin. She'll take you through your options and help you find the right nappy for your baby's bottom.
How to Talk to Babies and Toddlers - Bob Titzer (virtual from LA)
12:30pm-1:15pm
Infant researcher Dr. Robert Titzer will talk briefly about the benefits of providing better language environments for infants. Most of his presentation will be focused on giving parents practical tips that have been shown to help infants learn additional language skills.
Starting Solids for the Intuitive Baby - Jennifer Douglas
1:30pm-2:15pm
Jenny Douglas is a children's Dietitian and she will cover all you need to know about starting solid foods with your baby. Find out about when to start, why start, how to do it, what foods to give, how to introduce allergy foods, and understanding your babies feeding cues. Plus there will be time for Jenny to answer your baby nutrition questions
Hypnobirthing - Julie Baldwin
2:30pm-3:15pm
Please come and meet Angela and Julie at the HypnoBirthing Stand. When a mother is properly prepared for birthing physically, mentally and spiritually, she can experience birthing her baby in an easier, more comfortable and sometimes even pain free manner. Through a well-thought-out program of deep relaxation, self-hypnosis, visualisation, special breathing techniques and education, HypnoBirthing teaches women to release FEAR, and TRUST in their body and baby to birth instinctively. The 5 week comprehensive program facilitates a positive, calm and stress-free birthing experience regardless of how, where and with whom you birth.
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