Sunday 31st May

Important!!!
Please email eventcoordinator@birthweek.org.au to confirm availability and avoid disappointment.

Please check each session carefully as some sessions are already booked out.

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9.30 – 11.30am Lotus Birth

Lotus birth is the practice where, rather than cutting the umbilical cord at birth, it is left intact, so that the baby remains attached to his or her placenta until the cord naturally separates at the umbilicus, just as a cut cord does, some 3-7 days afterwards.

In this session we will explore lotus birth and the physiological, energetic and spiritual benefits of practicing this modern day ritual. We will give practical information on managing baby and placenta during this time, and look at the social and cultural practices and beliefs related to the placenta and umbilical cord following birth.

$20 includes morning tea

Facilitated by Meg Yates, deep tissue therapist, student counsellor and mother of three lotus born children, and Bhava Dokos-Schoell, birth attendant and mother of two lotus born children. Both Meg and Bhava feel lotus birth has been a beautiful experience to bear witness to, allowing each child to complete their own birth process in their own time.

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1-3pm Baby Massage, Breastfeeding, Sleep

Please note this session is fully booked out

A lovely session to share with your baby as you learn infant massage techniques that will enhance your relationship with your baby, as well as assist in settling and general well-being. During the session we will also talk about the importance of breastfeeding, gentle settling methods and sleep.

Please bring a sheepskin or blanket to lay your baby on, and if you have a favorite oil you wish to use bring that too. You are most welcome to come to this session if you do not have a baby or if you are pregnant, as the discussion during the session is open for all.

$20 includes afternoon tea.

Pinky McKay is a an Internationally Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC), certified infant massage instructor and mother of five who is devoted to helping parents create strong connections with their babies and children as they enjoy every day living and learning through gentle, responsive parenting strategies.

Pinky is best-selling author of ‘Sleeping Like a Baby’, ‘Parenting By Heart’ ‘100 Ways to Calm the Crying’ and ‘Toddler Tactics’ as well as an ebook ‘Breastfeeding Simply’ and a baby massage DVD.

3pm Closing