Jo Clarke - Midwife

👀 This is happening next week! Get in touch with Laura to find out more - [email protected] 👀

👶 Learn how to do CPR for Child, Infant & Adult and First Aid (including choking)

Join us for this great opportunity to learn hands-on First Aid to provide basic life support giving you the confidence to help your family and friends should First Aid be needed.

🔹 Event: CPR, Choking & First Aid
🔹 Date: Saturday 10th August
🔹 Time: 8.45 am to 11.00am
🔹 Location: Hamilton Old Boys Sports Club - Behind the FMG Stadium
Corner of Willoughby & Richmond Street, Hamilton.
Follow signage around side of building - All day free parking.
🔹 Host: Jan Bicknell - Jan will lead you through the steps of Basic First Aid, CPR and choking.

The cost is $20.00 per ticket per person to secure your spot.
Non-refundable if you cancel your booking.
Limited Spaces Available! This event is suitable for all parents with children.

Benefits of First Aid:
✨ Provide basic life support
✨ Preventing injury from getting worse
✨ Aiding recovery and relieving pain
✨ Providing comfort

Don't miss this opportunity to learn these essential skills to give you confidence to keep your family safe.
Secure your spot today by booking a ticket on EventPronto.

https://www.eventspronto.co.nz/event5245

Breastfeeding Support - Cambridge NZ La Leche League Cambridge NZ La Leche League group meeting
3rd Monday of each month. starting 10am to 11:45
Parent

If you haven't already we encourage you to download the BreastFedNZ app before your stay with us. It's a fabulous resource and we want everyone to know all about it!

"This resource is grounded in both experience and evidence, with content thoughtfully curated by our team of qualified and compassionate breastfeeding specialists and lactation consultants. Our primary audience is the breastfeeding whānau families based in Aotearoa New Zealand. What sets this app apart is its content and guidance which has been informed by the personal stories of the whānau families we serve. Thank you to all those whānau and friends whose generosity contributed the richness of this platform. We wish to also acknowledge the tangata whenua indigenous peoples of Aotearoa New Zealand. Enjoy exploring!"

https://breastfednz.co.nz

Know which foods to avoid while pregnant Listeria infections can be life-threatening. They're especially dangerous for pregnant women and newborns, older people, and the immuno-compromised.

✨ Are you interested in attending an infant massage class in Cambridge? ✨

Rachel Rachmani is running an infant massage class later this month in Cambridge for parents of pre-crawling infants.
It runs for 5 weeks, usually a Tuesday morning, 10-11:30 am. The classes are small, maximum 5/6 parents and their babies.
Why massage baby/pēpi? There is so much research now about the importance of nurturing touch in relation to brain development, improved attachment relationships, reduced maternal mental health symptoms, and decreased stress in both caregivers and babies/pēpi.

Email Rachel on [email protected] for more information.

Today is National Safe Sleep Day - Te Rā Mokopuna

There’s been a significant increase in whooping cough (Pertussis) cases since the beginning of May.

🤱Whooping cough can be particularly severe for babies and may require hospital care.

🫃All pregnant people from 16 weeks can get a free Boostrix vaccination - in every pregnancy. Ask your midwife where you can get your Boostrix vaccination.

We also encourage extended whānau of pregnant people, new babies, and infants to be vaccinated (some people may not be eligible for a funded vaccine)

🚦 The kids are back at school, so Brooke is back for her awesome Pregnancy and Postnatal Exercise classes - Wednesdays at 9.30am, here at River Ridge East Birth Centre! Give her a call to let her know you're coming along tomorrow. 🚦

🌼 This looks like an awesome opportunity to meet other parents with young babies and learn some great parenting tips too! Register to book your space - [email protected] 🌼

💟 Want to join a safe pregnancy movement programme that doesn’t require any equipment and teaches you to use and move your changing body in an effective and efficient way?

Come along to Alina's Movement for Pregnancy & Labour 6-week program starting on April 30 at River Ridge East Birth Centre (Hamilton East)!

WHEN: Thursdays 10:45am - 12noon starting on 30 April and ending on 4 June
WHERE: River Ridge East Birth Centre, 35 Puutikitiki St, Hamilton

Get in touch with Alina to book! 💟

🌟 Wondering what to do this weekend?

Come to our Big Latch On event on Saturday! Drop in anytime between 10-12noon (we'll be at the Hub, the building opposite the Birth Centre) and be in to win one of our fabulous prize packs filled with goodies from our generous sponsors. 🌟

Don’t forget to pop along to our Big Latch on today!

Managing your mental health as a mum can be tough. The constant demands of caregiving, coupled with societal pressures and self-doubt, can take a toll. Here are some quick tips to improve your well-being:

Prioritise self-care: Even small moments for yourself matter. Schedule time for activities you enjoy, like reading or going for a walk.

Set boundaries: Learn to say no to avoid overwhelm. It's okay to delegate tasks and prioritise your needs.

Seek support: Don't hesitate to reach out to friends, family, or a therapist when you're struggling. Talking to someone who understands can provide valuable support.

Practice mindfulness: Incorporate mindfulness techniques like deep breathing or meditation into your daily routine to reduce stress and increase self-awareness. Here is a link on a calming 5 minute breathing exercise you can try to do today! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DbDoBzGY3vo

Stay connected: Build a support network of other moms through meetups or online groups. Connecting with others who understand can offer emotional support and solidarity. Remember, taking care of yourself is essential for your well-being and your ability to care for your family.

If you feel you do need professional help with your mental wellbeing, give us a call at The Waikato Family Centre 07 834 2036

Calling all local mums and your adorable bubs!

Prepare for an enchanting morning filled with laughter, chatter, and heartwarming connections at the Waikato Family Centre! If you're feeling a tad isolated or yearning for some adult conversation amidst the pitter-patter of tiny feet, this is your golden ticket!

Step into a nurturing environment where you and your little one can bond with fellow parents and tots alike. Share stories, swap tips, and forge friendships that could last a lifetime.

But wait, it gets even better! Indulge in delightful morning tea refreshments, lovingly prepared to add that extra sprinkle of warmth to your day.

Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to embrace community, companionship, and cups of tea! Join us and let the magic of connection unfold.

RSVP HERE: https://www.eventspronto.co.nz/event5186

✨Safe(r) Sleep Week 2024 ✨

It's a really important week and one we are passionate about here at The Beyond Sleep Training Project - Safer Sleep Week!

This week is about raising awareness of how to reduce risk and create safer sleep situations for your baby.

🫛Day 1: Safer Shared Sleep 🫛

With upwards of 75% of parents falling asleep with their baby in the first few months of life – intentionally and unintentionally - EVERYONE needs to know how to PREPARE TO SHARE. Remember: Easy to breathe, safer to sleep.

If you think you might be about to fall asleep with your baby, you can do these things to reduce risk:

✨Move to a firm, flat mattress.
✨Ensure your baby sleeps on their back (it's fine to side-lie nurse, then roll bub on their back after they finish feeding)
✨Ensure the space around your baby's head is clear and that no blankets or pillows are anywhere near them. If you have long hair, tying it back can help keep baby's face clear.

🛑The risk of entrapment or suffocation is significantly increased by sleeping on a couch, recliner, or nursing chair.🛑

*If your family is navigating additional risk factors such as smoke exposure, premature or low-birth-weight bub or a non-sober person in the bed environment, a side-car cot/bassinet, a Pepi-Pod or wahakura may be helpful options to provide a separate space that keeps baby in proximity.

BreastFed NZ app now available for iOS and Android
𝗗𝗼𝘄𝗻𝗹𝗼𝗮𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗔𝗽𝗽!
📲Play store: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=nz.govt.tewhatuora.breastfednz.android
📲App store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/breastfednz/id6469098814

MARCH 2ND & MAY 11- MINDFULNESS RETREATS AT THE WAIKATO FAMILY CENTRE!

Would you love some YOU time and gain some mindfulness skills?
Hosted by our amazing counsellor Jo Wall.

RSVP by emailing Jo herself - [email protected] 😍

Our next tour is 5.45pm on the 20th Feb — We can’t wait to see you then! X

Did you know, one of the best times to learn about breastfeeding is before your baby even is born?

La Leche Leauge are hosting a FREE antenatal breastfeeding workshop at our Waterford Antenatal Hub this Sunday at 9.30am. We would love to see you there! X

Register here: https://forms.gle/SW9c1bu3Yv8PPAbb9

Our final tour for the year 👶🏽
December 19 | 5.45pm.
Just turn up ✨