Events
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ONLINE CHARITY AUCTIONWe are very excited to announce that the Warrnambool Breastfeeding Centre's annual Online Charity Auction is running from Thurs 5th until Sun 15th September 2024. This year's Auction includes more than 200 items from a huge variety of donors. Food & drinks, home & garden, health & fitness, art, apparel, event tickets, babies & children's items, accommodation, plants, experiences, pregnancy & birth items, photography, gift vouchers... there really is something for everyone! All proceeds go to the Warrnambool Breastfeeding Centre. Please click the link below to browse the collection, make an account, 'watch' your favourite items and try to have the highest bids at the end. Good luck everybody! >>> tinyurl.com/wbcauction2024 <<< |
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NEWBORN FIRST AIDNewborn First Aid is a comprehensive 2-hour course by Summit First Aid, tailored for current & expectant parents & grandparents. Key topics:
Cost: $160 per couple Upcoming dates:
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BREASTFEEDING PREPARATION CLASSThis class is a comprehensive 3-hr course designed to prepare expecting parents for breastfeeding their baby. It is being run by qualified lactation consultant (IBCLC) Barb Glare. Key topics:
-How to breastfeed
-How breastfeeding works -Navigating the first breastfeeds -Building your support network -Antenatal expressing -Common breastfeeding problems -Getting out and about with a breastfeeding baby When: TBA
Cost: $70ea - Limited places available. Includes morning tea & 1 complimentary registration - we recommend a partner or support person accompanies you.
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INFANT MASSAGE CLASSESThrive Paediatric Massage Learn the lifelong skill of massage in classes suited for newborns through to toddlers. Classes available include:
Upcoming dates and pricing are posted on our social media accounts. For more information and to book your place, please contact Renée directly. |
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MUSICAL MONDAYSSinging sessions run every Monday at 10:30am and again at 1pm. It costs a gold coin donation per family. These children's song & dance sessions are suitable for children of all ages & a great way to meet other parents. We recommend those with smaller children come along to the afternoon session. Please stay after the sing-alongs for a cuppa and a chat! We hope to see you there. Note: Singing doesn't currently run on school holidays unless otherwise advertised. |
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BABYWEARING AT THE BREASTFEEDING CENTREWe are holding a *free* monthly babywearing information session. Come along and find a baby carrier that works for you, talk to other parents about their experiences and find out how babywearing could make your life easier. You can try on different brands & models of baby wraps & carriers, ask any questions you might have, and bring along your own carriers to have adjusted. No booking needed, just come along on the day. Please check our social media accounts for the next Babywearing date. We hope to see you there! |
WORK-IT-OUT WEDNESDAYSEvery Wednesday we have a drop-in day for free lactation support from an accredited lactation consultant (IBCLC), no appointments required. Seek advice regarding feeding, attachment & positioning, starting solids, allergies, sleep and more! See here for more info on Lactation Support. Please see our latest posts on Facebook and Instagram for updates. |
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SOUTH WEST CLOTH NAPPY LIBRARYThe cloth nappy library is a volunteer-run initiative providing information & support for those in Warrnambool + South West Victoria wanting to learn about modern cloth nappies. Discover different brands, styles, sizing, washing tips, and hire nappies to try out.
Information sessions are free to attend. If you'd like to trial some different types of modern cloth nappies, you can borrow packs for a period of 6 weeks for just $10 each (cleaning fee).
Please contact the SWCNL for more information.
Email: southwestnappylibrary@gmail.com
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