The First 1000 Days of Your Child” Workshop Series
We’re excited to announce that our comprehensive workshop series will be running in each term next year! After many years of study and parental experience, we’ve condensed extensive research and practical insights into this engaging program, designed for families wanting to conceive, expectant families (whether it's first or subsequent), parents, caregivers, educators, and professionals dealing with young children. You can now sign up for any of the Term 1, 2, 3, and 4 individual or group sessions!
Join us at Perth Waldorf School in Bibra Lake. Each of our 6 classes will combine theory and practical exercises, featuring special guest speakers with expertise in topics such as antenatal care, newborn essentials, respectful care, nutrition, motor development, and parental well-being. This workshop is designed for the whole family, so we encourage you to bring your partner or another caregiver (young babies are also welcome in class!).
We understand that life can be unpredictable when you're pregnant, about to give birth, or have young children. That's why we provide plenty of resources for you to take home and access anytime. Additionally, a WhatsApp group will be created with fellow participants for any questions during and after the workshop, fostering a supportive community!
Class Schedule and Topics:
Session 1 | ANTENATAL CARE & BIRTH
- Introduction to the first 1000 days, brain development, microbiota, epigenetics, endocrine disruptors.
- Birth choices, physiological birth, mindset, birth preferences.
- Newborn care and reception.
- Meditation.
Session 2 | NEWBORN ESSENTIALS
- The new family & visits, colics, bathing, common myths, teething.
- Crying, understanding cues, early detection and solutions.
- Breastfeeding, chestfeeding & formula feeding, golden hour, feeding positions, strategies, back to work, extended breastfeeding & weaning.
- Sleep, safe practices, rhythms & routines, common myths, co-sleeping.
Session 3 | NUTRITION & HEALTH IN EARLY YEARS
- Enjoying meals together, strategies.
- Ultra-processed food, sugar, healthy fats.
- Introduction to solids: BLW & BLISS.
- Cooking together is fun!
- Health and safety.
Session 4 | RESPECTFUL & PEACEFUL CARE
- Respectful caregiving, respectful communication, observation vs intervention.
- Creating a peaceful environment, design, consistency, and routine.
- Trust in the infant's competence & autonomy.
- Introduction to the RIE approach: Resources for Educarers.
Session 5 | MOTOR DEVELOPMENT & FREE PLAY
- Movement and the body, proprioception, free movement, barefoot. Milestones (Pikler perspective).
- The benefits of independent play, what is play.
- Play equipment, open-ended play objects.
- The importance of active observation.
Session 6 | LONG-TERM STRATEGIES
- Waldorf's perspective on warmth.
- Rhythms vs. routines. Examples of daily rhythms.
- Long-term benefits for the family.
- Adult guidance and imitation.
& more...
In-person group sessions | FIRST 1000 DAYS OF YOUR CHILD 2025 Workshop
If you change your mind before the start of the course, please reach out, and we will process a refund. A 20% administrative fee will be retained to cover the costs associated with your registration and to account for others who may have missed their spot.
You can choose to book and pay for each individual session, or alternatively, book the full series and receive a 44% discount!