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!

Some members may have pre-purchased Moving & Munching course as part of their membership package.  If you aren't sure, check your original confirmation booking email to see if you booked the 'Full Package'.  You can elect to book the Moving & Munching Sessions at any time.  Both Members and Non-Members are welcome to book.

​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?

2023 Course Dates
  • ​June - Friday 16 June and Friday 23 June 2023
  • August - Friday 25 Aug  and Friday 1 Sept 
  • October - Friday 20 Oct and Friday 27 Oct
  • December - Friday 1 December and Friday 8 December

​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
  • $45 /per couple
Moving & Munching Course - Non-Parents Centre Members
  • ​$55 /per person​
​​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.  To book, head to our bookings 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.