Mr. Barnaby is running a series of 'Everything you need to know about...' workshops for new and expectant parents. If you have any questions about the workshops or would like to register, please send an email to mrbarnabysmum@mrbarnaby.de.

EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT HAVING A BABY IN BERLIN
With Sue Travis
Saturday 7 November, 2-3.30pm
Freund Blase, Prenzlauerberg
Cost: 15 EUR per person/ couple

This informal session is designed for first time parents, parents who have already had a child/children in other countries and couples who are thinking of becoming parents. Topics include valuable information on choices for pregnancy care and place of birth, health and well-being in pregnancy, antenatal testing and support and resources in Berlin.

The session is being led by a practicing midwife who has been living and working in Berlin for over 17 years.

EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT YOUR BODY AFTER GIVING BIRTH
With Ania Witkowska
Friday 13th November, 7-9pm
Mamunette, Prenzlauerberg
Cost: 15 EUR per person

A session that focuses on your needs after giving birth. If you are wondering how you might feel and what you might need in place to make yourself more comfortable then this is the session for you. While we will be taking a realistic look at this tender time our focus is positive and practical - a ‘no scare story’ zone! We will cover:

• What to expect in the days immediately following the birth – with practical tips for managing everything from perineal discomfort to the feeling of total inadequacy that can overwhelm you at any moment
• How to look after your back and your hard-working breasts
• Exercise – what will benefit your recovery and how, when and why you should do it
• Rest- how to get some time to relax and how to make the most of it

This is a practical (but not energetic) workshop designed for pregnant women, so please come in loose, comfortable clothing – and bring along any specific questions you may have.

EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT YOUR BABY’S FIRST 3 MONTHS
With Ania Witkowska
Saturday 14th and 21st November, 3-5pm
Freund Blase, Prenzlauerberg
Cost: 15 EUR per person/ couple for each session

An opportunity to think beyond the actual birth and prepare yourself for the first 12 weeks with your new baby. We will look at:

• Your newborn baby’s abilities and expectations
• Development in the first three months and how best to support it
• Holding, carrying and calming your baby
• Feeding your baby - how to get the most out of breast and bottle feeding, dealing with colic etc
• The importance of tummy time and baby massage, making it fun for both of you

With plenty of time for discussion, questions and practical demonstrations this is the ideal workshop for expectant parents with little experience of newborns and for parents of the youngest babies looking for explanations, ideas and guidance. Babies are most welcome to come along!

EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT YOUR BABY’S DEVELOPMENTAL JOURNEY IN THE FIRST YEAR
With Ania Witkowska
Saturday 5th December, 3-5pm
Amitola Familien Cafe, Friedrichshain
Cost: 15 EUR per person/ couple (+ 3 EUR for childcare for one hour)

This is a session for parents with young babies who want to know what’s coming up next. The first part of the session offers an overview of the physical developmental progression that your baby explores as he moves up out of the floor to become a toddler. We will discuss its importance and experience this ‘dance of development’ ourselves through physical exploration in simple, guided exercises.

In the second part of the session we will welcome the moving babies into the room with us, taking the opportunity to observe what we have experienced. We will discuss and explore what our children need from us both in terms of environment and play opportunities in order to help them progress through their development at their own particular pace. Please come prepared to roll around on the floor with loose comfortable clothes and a sense of humour! In order to make sure parents have enough room to move, during the first half of the session, childcare is provided in an adjoining room for those babies who are already mobile, all babies will be welcomed into the room with us for the second part to watch, eat, sleep or play with us. Younger babies are welcome to stay with their parents throughout.

EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT THE BASICS OF BABY MASSAGE
With Ania Witkowska
Friday 6th and 13th November, 1.15-2.45pm
Freund Blase, Prenzlauerberg
Cost: 12.50 EUR per person for each session

A two session massage intensive specially for those of you unable to commit to a regular baby massage course. In the first session Ania will teach you how to engage with your child through massage, taking you through a general massage sequence that you can take home and practice on a regular basis. The follow-up session a week later will give you the opportunity to feedback on your experiences, repeat the sequence allowing space to answer any specific questions you may have and, if time allows, teach you some simple and effective massage strokes to relieve specific issues such as digestive problems, sleeplessness and colds. This session is for parents and babies before they get too wriggly!