Moving & Munching Classes (Two Parts)

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The Moving & Munching course is made up of two fun and informative sessions for parents of children aged (or soon to be aged) between 4 and 6 months. Babies are also most welcome to attend!

​All courses are held on Fridays from 10.00am - 11.30am at the Sunnynook Community Centre on the corner of Sunnynook Road and Sycamore Drive.

When are our next courses?

2021 Course Dates
MM2107 - 30th July & 6th August
MM2109 - 3rd September & 10th September 
MM2111 - 5th November & 12th November

2022 Course Dates
TBC

​In this Course

Moving

​What will be covered:
  • On the move  - how to support and encourage active movement
  • Rolling
  • Advice on sitting
  • Reflexes
  • Vestibular Development
  • Music and Movement
  • How you can help your baby learn through play and exploration
Munching

What will be covered:
  • Why introduce solids around 6 months but not before 4 months
  • Which signs indicate baby may be ready for solids
  • Which foods can be introduced first
  • What are the developmental stages of feeding
  • How to ‘balance’ baby’s milk with solids
  • Which textures are appropriate and when to introduce new textures
  • How, and what stage to offer new foods
  • What are the best times to feed and how much food does baby need
  • Food hygiene: cooking, storing and reheating food
  • Which equipment to use e.g. highchair, bibs, spoons, bowls etc
  • Ideas for snacks and meals at different stages

Costs

Moving & Munching Course - Parents Centre Members
  • $40 /per couple
  • $10 for an additional person
Moving & Munching Course - Non-Parents Centre Members
  • ​$50 /per person
  • $10 for an additional person
Members: Your membership covers both partners so there is no additional charge if you both attend. However if it is another family member or friend attending with you instead of your partner, the additional $10 charge applies.

​​We now offer the two part Moving & Munching course with our Full Membership Package! Save $10 by booking it as part of your initial membership package.  Click here for more information on our Membership Page​.

​Time & Location

​All courses are held on Fridays from 10:00am to 11:30am at Sunnynook Community Centre on the corner of Sunnynook Road and Sycamore Drive.