PRIZE to win at OPEN DAY :Infant Massage Consultation
Workshops:
Including innovative antenatal classes, feeding,play and languagedevelopment
Consultations:
Including sleep, routine,feeding, coping
Follow-up baby clinic
For prem and high riskbabies including consultations,developmental assessment therapy.
Harriet Leisegang
011 447 2202
info@brightstartrightstart.co.za
www.brightstartrightstart.co.za
Thursday, September 15, 2011
Monday, September 12, 2011
Bio Baba Eco-Nappies & Belly Casts at Open Day!!
BIOBABA - Eco friendly nappies - we support local South African products!
Hilary Green – Mom, Doula, Artist
Everyone needs to find something to be passionate about. I am fortunate enough to have found several things. Top of my list are being a Mom, art, and childbirth. My ultimate goal is to get to a place where all three come together in a happy symphony
I discovered my passion for child birth in 2002 when I found out I was pregnant for the first time. I took in as much information as I possibly could about pregnancy and childbirth and I distinctly remember thinking to myself “Wow – I want to be a part of this birthing world!”
Initially, I put that thought to the back of my mind, thinking it was probably just a phase and concentrated on being a Mom, to a wonderful little boy, and two years later a little girl. Once my kids were past the hectic toddler stages and I realised that I was still as passionate as ever about natural childbirth, I decided to pursue my passion and enrolled myself in a course to learn how to become a doula. Since then, I have worked both as a staff doula and a private doula at Genesis, as well as assisting at home births. I have helped numerous moms, during their pregnancies and in labour and post partum and I have been privileged to witness their babies come earthside.
As for the art - I have loved art in all its forms for as long as I can remember. A paintbrush has never been far from my hand or my heart. In the last few years, I have mostly concentrated on personalised art work for babies and kids. I have recently discovered the beauty of belly casting – a fabulous memento of the most special period in any woman’s life. I have created a DIY casting kit and also offer private casting sessions, decorating and workshops at Mother Instinct in Randburg.
And the parenting – well that is the greatest passion of all. Becoming a mother is the greatest gift! Whilst the manner in which we welcome our children into the world is of paramount importance, the manner in which we bring them up is of even more importance.
I am all about conscious living and in turn, conscious parenting. For me, that means being aware of my place in the world, being present and realising how my actions affect my kids, the world around me and the world at large. I don’t always achieve all I set out to but my intentions are good! It’s the little things we do as parents and citizens that make all the difference.
In my journey of self and doula discovery, I have come across all sorts of parenting related options that I was not aware of when I was a new mom. One of them is Bio-Baba eco nappies. I was shocked and horrified when I calculated how much money we personally wasted on disposable nappies when our kids were little and the only alternative to disposables was ye olde’ terry towel squares. Worse still was the damage we did to the planet by using disposables!
I love the concept and ease of use of Bio-Baba’s eco friendly nappies and all it takes to make a cost and eco saving change to the world is to shift your mindset a little!
Hilary Green – Mom, Doula, ArtistEveryone needs to find something to be passionate about. I am fortunate enough to have found several things. Top of my list are being a Mom, art, and childbirth. My ultimate goal is to get to a place where all three come together in a happy symphony
I discovered my passion for child birth in 2002 when I found out I was pregnant for the first time. I took in as much information as I possibly could about pregnancy and childbirth and I distinctly remember thinking to myself “Wow – I want to be a part of this birthing world!”
Initially, I put that thought to the back of my mind, thinking it was probably just a phase and concentrated on being a Mom, to a wonderful little boy, and two years later a little girl. Once my kids were past the hectic toddler stages and I realised that I was still as passionate as ever about natural childbirth, I decided to pursue my passion and enrolled myself in a course to learn how to become a doula. Since then, I have worked both as a staff doula and a private doula at Genesis, as well as assisting at home births. I have helped numerous moms, during their pregnancies and in labour and post partum and I have been privileged to witness their babies come earthside.
As for the art - I have loved art in all its forms for as long as I can remember. A paintbrush has never been far from my hand or my heart. In the last few years, I have mostly concentrated on personalised art work for babies and kids. I have recently discovered the beauty of belly casting – a fabulous memento of the most special period in any woman’s life. I have created a DIY casting kit and also offer private casting sessions, decorating and workshops at Mother Instinct in Randburg.And the parenting – well that is the greatest passion of all. Becoming a mother is the greatest gift! Whilst the manner in which we welcome our children into the world is of paramount importance, the manner in which we bring them up is of even more importance.
I am all about conscious living and in turn, conscious parenting. For me, that means being aware of my place in the world, being present and realising how my actions affect my kids, the world around me and the world at large. I don’t always achieve all I set out to but my intentions are good! It’s the little things we do as parents and citizens that make all the difference.
In my journey of self and doula discovery, I have come across all sorts of parenting related options that I was not aware of when I was a new mom. One of them is Bio-Baba eco nappies. I was shocked and horrified when I calculated how much money we personally wasted on disposable nappies when our kids were little and the only alternative to disposables was ye olde’ terry towel squares. Worse still was the damage we did to the planet by using disposables!
I love the concept and ease of use of Bio-Baba’s eco friendly nappies and all it takes to make a cost and eco saving change to the world is to shift your mindset a little!
BIO BABA will give away a fantastic trial pack for Open Day!
Check out Bio-Baba’s website for the full story http://www.biobaba.co.za/.
If you are interested in doula support services, belly casting or would like to see a demonstration of the Bio-Baba concept,
Check out Bio-Baba’s website for the full story http://www.biobaba.co.za/.
If you are interested in doula support services, belly casting or would like to see a demonstration of the Bio-Baba concept,
don’t hesitate to give me a call on 083 634 5766.
Mother Instinct - meet this great team at Open Day!
Shop for pregnancy, birth and beyond
Birth Preparation Workshops
Birthing information
Alternative Therapies
Rental of Birth Pools and TENS machines
Support group for new moms
Pregnancy Massage
Breastfeeding Support
Excercise Classes
Pregnancy Yoga
Baby Massage Classes
Our main aim is to:
To provide childbearing women with evidence and researched based information so that they are able to make informed decisions regarding childbirth.
Empower women to ask questions and to encourage open discussions with their care providers.
Increase collaboration between all care providers to ensure positive and improved outcomes for the childbearing women they serve.
MOTHER INSTINCT'S PRIZE GIVEAWAY AT OPEN DAY - Tens Machine Rental for 2 weeks Value:R400 !
http://www.motherinstinct.co.za/
info@motherinstinct.co.za
Mother Instinct
0117910286
0837387439
0834500397
20 minute foot massages for R50 only on Open day!
Pregnancy support
Reflexology is a pressure point massage treatment on the feet and lower legs. A firm pressure is applied to specific reflex points that have a correlation with, and direct effect on, corresponding structures and organs in the body. This is thought to rebalance energy systems, and is profoundly satisfying, and deeply relaxing. Reflexology is recommended after the 1st trimester.
Pregnancy can be a stressful time due to psychological and emotional changes as mom prepares for her big journey ahead, and due to hormonal and other physiological changes that her body goes through at this time.
Regular pregnancy reflexology is a more gentle and specifically tailored form of reflexology. It allows mom to relax, and ease into this process of change, feeling more balanced and equipped emotionally and physically for the duration of the pregnancy. Mom is also simply encouraged to make healthy lifestyle choices during this period, to support the growing babe.
Moms enjoy this pressure point and massage treatment thoroughly. as it aids circulation and brings great relief to heavy legs and sore feet.
Pregnancy can be a stressful time due to psychological and emotional changes as mom prepares for her big journey ahead, and due to hormonal and other physiological changes that her body goes through at this time.
Regular pregnancy reflexology is a more gentle and specifically tailored form of reflexology. It allows mom to relax, and ease into this process of change, feeling more balanced and equipped emotionally and physically for the duration of the pregnancy. Mom is also simply encouraged to make healthy lifestyle choices during this period, to support the growing babe.
Moms enjoy this pressure point and massage treatment thoroughly. as it aids circulation and brings great relief to heavy legs and sore feet.
Monica Codevilla
Contact: 076 793 9081
Email: yourhealingco@gmail.com
Website: www.yourhealing.yolasite.com
Meditation - 'Healing Tao' at Open Day
Natural Tao baby, as told by Susi BairdTaoBaby came about as a result of the profound experience I had during my pregnancy, when I naturally extended my personal practice to my unborn baby within.
The results were miraculous, I found that I was able to deeply sense my unborn baby’s spirit, body and wellbeing through the gentle Taoist meditations. I proceeded with this work throughout my pregnancy and continue to do so with my baby long after her birth. The innate maternal instinct is deepened and the mother-child connection is unified even further due to the heightened awareness that the practice brings. Due to the softness of the baby’s energy, this is incredibly gentle work.
The benefits to the baby is a sense of security, connectedness, independance and calm. I have also found that this practice improves the baby’s digestion and elimination, improves sleep and gives the baby an increased sense of security as the mother to baby bond is both relaxed and intensified..
The benefits to the mother are a deepened sense of confidence as the mothers connection and understanding of her baby’s needs, moods and wellbeing is intensified. She becomes more relaxed as her baby relaxes, they develop an intuitive communication and understanding of one another.’
The course is recommended to pregnant women, post pregnancy and to those who would like to become pregnant. The gentle meditations open up the energy meridians, releasing stagnant energy blockages, giving way to a healthier, more comfortable pregnancy while deepening the awareness of the miracle within.
The Inner Smile meditation gently, yet powerfully transforms the mothers energy and wellbeing, which is then transfused to the baby – Smiling, radiant mom, smiling, radiant baby!
Prize-give-away - Single voucher to upcoming - Natural Tao baby workshop valued at R1200!
Susi Baird
082 335 8317
www.naturaltao.co.za
The results were miraculous, I found that I was able to deeply sense my unborn baby’s spirit, body and wellbeing through the gentle Taoist meditations. I proceeded with this work throughout my pregnancy and continue to do so with my baby long after her birth. The innate maternal instinct is deepened and the mother-child connection is unified even further due to the heightened awareness that the practice brings. Due to the softness of the baby’s energy, this is incredibly gentle work.
The benefits to the baby is a sense of security, connectedness, independance and calm. I have also found that this practice improves the baby’s digestion and elimination, improves sleep and gives the baby an increased sense of security as the mother to baby bond is both relaxed and intensified..
The benefits to the mother are a deepened sense of confidence as the mothers connection and understanding of her baby’s needs, moods and wellbeing is intensified. She becomes more relaxed as her baby relaxes, they develop an intuitive communication and understanding of one another.’
The course is recommended to pregnant women, post pregnancy and to those who would like to become pregnant. The gentle meditations open up the energy meridians, releasing stagnant energy blockages, giving way to a healthier, more comfortable pregnancy while deepening the awareness of the miracle within.
The Inner Smile meditation gently, yet powerfully transforms the mothers energy and wellbeing, which is then transfused to the baby – Smiling, radiant mom, smiling, radiant baby!
Prize-give-away - Single voucher to upcoming - Natural Tao baby workshop valued at R1200!
Susi Baird
082 335 8317
www.naturaltao.co.za
Craniosacral therapy information at Open Day
For Open Day, Zaheda will give away I will offer 1 free session to mother to prepare her and baby for birth! Or in the event it is not a preggy mum to a newborn or mum!
Cranio Sacral Therapy is a gentle and safe therapy, utilizing a very light touch, to eliminate restrictions and areas of stress or tightness. Cranio Sacral therapy promotes optimal shape, size, and movement of the head, spine and entire body.Birth is one of the most dramatic and traumatic journeys and experience of our lives. It influences how we view the world, shaping our personalities and our responses to the environment and our interaction with other people. For some babies, birth trauma is, occurs due to space being limited toward the end of the pregnancy, or perhaps babies head was strained and the neck was stressed during delivery, creating real pain and discomfort.This therapy helps to resolve issues from Birth Trauma and birth lesions which are defined as either a mechanical force OR psychological injury that happens near or at the time of delivery. There are many signs and symptoms of birth trauma, including hypersensitivity to sound, movement, diaper changes, etc.Other symptoms are poor sleep, irritability, poor feeding, stiffness, and lethargy / low energy or at the other extreme, hyper excitability and more.Gentle hand positioning and holding helps your baby's body relax. This assists in naturally aligning the fascias which become disturbed by the birth process. The Therapy enhances tissue memory and brings fluidity to the internal organs releasing tensions and stresses. Both reflux and colic symptoms may be alleviated, improving and promoting sleep and brain activity.Babies born vaginally are also subjective to compressive forced during the passage through the birth canal. This causes trauma in tissue and fascia. In order to function fully, the compressive forces benefit from relaxing and releasing. Tension and stuck spots can cause restrictions and imbalances in your baby's system, potentially giving rise to issues such as colic, sucking problems and respiratory difficulties.
You can conatct Zaheda on
0829454395 or cranio.doula@gmail.comhttp://www.craniodoula.co.za/
BabyGym at Open Day !!
BabyGym is an engaging, easy to follow and fun-filled 5 week workshop for parents and caregivers to make the most of the vital early years. A step by step stimulation program for babies from birth to 2 years. Presented by qualified instructors to guide care givers on where to begin, what to do and what to look out for. An investment in your baby's future.
Estey Fourie 0827849919
The lovely prize-give-away is a special glove used as a BabyGym tool!
Friday, September 9, 2011
UbbaBubba - A room with a view
For new Mamas and Mamas-to-be, I cannot recommend this type of sling/wrap enough. Moms pretty much wear these all day everyday, with their baba's!They’re just so comfy for both you and your baby, and they’re so snuggled up to you, I don’t think a happier place could exist for them (besides your womb, of course!). Once they’re a bit older, you can turn them to face outwards, which means that it’s a multi-functional product. We love!
And the coolest ... UbbaBubba is giving away TWO wraps for and a muthaCuvva for mama's-to-be who are coming to visit Open Day!
Anyone interested in buying one, take a look at Ubba Bubba
Acornkids will be at our Open day!
Masechaba Modise is a distributor for Acornkids and would love to show you the wonderful Acornkids products at the open day. Acornkids products are developed with kids in mind and range from skin care, baby care, bath products with a fun, educational twist to it, books, crafts. The bath products, skin and baby care products are safe on sensitive skin (that's how Masechaba got introduced to them, as her little one suffered from eczema and was allergic to petroleum. Since using the Acornbabes range on him, she's had no problems).
The prize-giveaway hamper will consist of AcornBabes products: Lotion, Body Wash, Liquid Silk, Nappy Rash Cream, Barrier Cream, Eucalyptus Oil and Lavender Oil. The value of the hamper is R500.00 !
Please contact Masechaba Modise about ordering stock
Please contact Masechaba Modise about ordering stock
Cell: 072 384 9562
Meet Conscious Birth at Open Day !
Conscious Birth empowers pregnant women and new mothers with knowledge, understanding and support to facilitate real transformation into motherhood. Its founder, Theoni Papoutsis, a former Doula, has attended more than 150 births and has been emotionally and spiritually supporting pregnant and new mothers for over 15 years. Her blissful Pregnancy and Postnatal massages rejuvenate the woman within, and come with Theoni’s special brand of caring support. As one of the few qualified HypnoBirthing® practitioners in South Africa, she holds group classes and you can also book for one-on-one sessions. Reserve your place soon for the next HypnoBirthing class. Combining her experience, knowledge and a wide variety of tools, Theoni has recently created a one-on-one process for mothers-to-be called “Birthing a Mother, Birthing a Baby”. The aim of the “Birthing a Mother, Birthing a Baby” process is to assist pregnant women to enter this life-altering phase of life with conscious commitment: prepared, confident and capable. Conscious Birth also provides the following workshops: Moms and Dads, Connect with Baby, and Embracing Motherhood. Theoni is also available for: Clearing the Way, Helping to prepare for a C-section, Turning a Breech Baby, Blessingway ceremony and Baby naming or welcoming ceremonies.
Please visit her at www.consciousbirth.co.za for more details. Her extensive range of tried and tested baby products are also available for sale. African baby carrier, amber teething necklaces, Baby wrapz, Mexican Bolas, Mother nature bamboo nappies, wooden toys, jelly cat toys, Pure Beginnings organic baby products and Soylites.
Call Theoni on: 083 229 3253
Win a Harmony Soylites Candle at Genesis Clinic Open Day from Conscious Birth !
Thursday, September 1, 2011
With our Spring Open Day coming up on the 17th of September, we would like to introduce you to the exhibitors who are as passionate about Pregnancy, Birth and Babies as we are !
Our next exhibitor we are introducing is Netcells
Watch this space as we introduce one or two exhibitors every day on the blog, and the amazing prizes that are up for grabs!Today we introduce homeopath, Dr Alicia Neaves ,who runs Birth Babies , which aims to provide a safe and effective support kit for mother and baby throughout pregnancy, labour and the years to follow.
"I am a homoeopath, reflexologist and mother of 2. My 2 daughters were born at home under the care of Rosalia and Sue King. To further my studies I’ve also attended Rosalia’s doula course. Through various requests from friends, family and patients I’ve made a homoeopathic birthing kit. I’ve also supplied those interested with Red raspberry tincture and tissue salts. The kit consists of a collection of 9-18 single remedies that are most frequently used during birth. Included in the kit is a short description for each remedies usage. It’s a compact box of gems that works well if used correctly. The kits are called ‘Birth babies’ ".
She provides the following:
Homoeopathic kits
1. Birth kits
2. Pregnancy kits
3. Custom made kits
1. Birth kits
2. Pregnancy kits
3. Custom made kits
Birth Babies aims to provide a safe and effective support kit for mother and baby throughout pregnancy, labour and the years to follow.
Prize give-away from Birth Babies - a homeopathic Birth Kit!
You can contact her on 082 447 6880
Our next exhibitor we are introducing is Netcells
Netcells Cryogenics is the leading provider of stem cell storage for newborns. Once collected from the umbilical cord and placenta at birth, these precious cells are couriered to our internationally compliant laboratory in Midrand. The stem cells are then extracted, tested, cryogenically frozen and stored. In the case of a life threatening disease, these stem cells can possibly be used to treat your child or a close family member. Visit www.netcells.co.za for more information.
Wendy Robertson
0828939508
Visit http://www.netcells.co.za/ for more information
Prize give-away from Netcells - a teddy bear!
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