*WE ARE NOW MEETING ON THURSDAY EVENINGS. PLEASE UPDATE YOUR CALENDAR'S ACCORDINGLY*
The Barefoot Mamas' Network meets the first THURSDAY of each month at 6pm at the Wellness Loft in Redlands at 112 East Olive Ave. Due to holiday conflicts we have changed several of our meeting dates. Please look carefully at the date specified on this events page. Check back with this page often. As special speakers, events, and PLAYDATES become available we will update the information on this page. Please contact us should you have any questions.
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JANUARY~ 2009
TOPIC: NATURAL CHILDBIRTH!
Thursday Jan. 8, 2009 at 6pm ~
(Please note that due to the holiday, our regular meeting day has been changed. We have moved it to the second Thursday.)
Please join us for our monthly meeting at The Wellness Loft in Redlands. Our topic this month is "Natural Childbirth, Natural Family Planning and Breastfeeding." We are hoping to have our favorite midwife join us and share information on these topics. Please remember that if you are ever in need of immediate breastfeeding assistance you may reach the local La Leche League Chapter of Redlands at http://www.lllusa.org/web/RedlandsCA.html
Saturday January 17th at 10am ~
BIRTH OPTIONS TALK at Kissui
Come hear Jen Frates, Lara Carlos, Wendy Drewelow and Jessica Bingaman present birth options to our local pregnant mamas.
FEBRUARY~ 2009
TOPIC: KEEPING OUR RELATIONSHIPS STRONG
Thursday, February 5, 2009 at 6pm~
As Valentine's Day approaches, we thought it would be nice to have a meeting on how to keep the sparks going in our own relationships. Dara Palmer, our personal Feng Shui consultant will be sharing her wisdom on this topic.
MARCH~ 2009
TOPIC: HOLISTIC PEDIATRICS
Thursday March 5, 2009 at 6 pm ~
Please join us for our monthly meeting at The Wellness Loft in Redlands. Our topic this month is "Holistic Pediatrics." Our local Holistic Pediatrician at Loma Linda Wholistic Pediatric Clinic, Dr. Pejman Katiraei , will be our guest to discuss the current "hot topics". Also, Dr. Dale Andelkovic and Dr. Nathan Coffin, our personal family chiropractors will educate us on the importance of the balance of the nervous system, especially in kids. This will be a great opportunity to ask any questions if you are unfamiliar with this specialty. We look forward to seeing you!
APRIL ~ 2009
TOPIC: HOLISTIC NUTRITION
Thursday, April 2, 2009 at 6 pm ~
Please join us for our monthly meeting, as we hear one of our own Barefoot Mamas, Natalia Andelkovic talk about Holistic Nutrition. She will enlighten us on the importance of raising our kids on healthy foods, as well as sharing some kid friendly recipes. Please feel free to bring your own recipes that your kids love. See you there!
MAY~ 2009
TOPIC: BABYWEARING, CLOTH DIAPERING AND ATTACHMENT PARENTING
Thursday May 7, 2009 at 6 pm ~
Please join us for our monthly meeting at The Wellness Loft in Redlands. Our topics this month are "Babywearing, Cloth Diapering and Attachment Parenting." We will have a special demonstration to view various styles of babywearing and discuss the benefits to both mother and child. A special speaker will also explain cloth diapering options that are available and demonstrate various styles. This is a wonderful opportunity to get immediate answers to all of your questions regarding these items. We hope that you can join us for the great event.
JUNE~ 2009
TOPIC: HOMESCHOOLING
Thursday June 4, 2009 at 6 pm ~
Please join us for our monthly meeting at The Wellness Loft in Redlands. Our topic this month is "Homeschooling." We are hoping to discuss the various methods, options and necessary requirements to homeschool in the state of California. Please bring your questions and suggestions as many of our members have been inquiring about this important topic. If you have specific knowledge regarding this topic and are interested in sharing, please contact us prior to the meeting as we would like to speak with you. We look forward to seeing you.
JULY~ 2009
TOPIC: OUR KIDS AND TOXINS
Thursday, July 2, 2009 at 6 pm ~
Please join us for our monthly meeting at The Wellness Loft in Redlands. Our topic this month is "Fun in the Sun" and "Toxins in Our Environment." As summer begins we will discuss various options for sunscreen alternatives and outdoor protection. We will also discuss toxins that exist within our environment and the impact that they have on the health of our families. Please bring your questions as Ronald Hubbs will be our guest speaker. You can learn more about him at
www.thewellnessloftonline.com under Massage Therapy.
AUGUST ~ 2009
TOPIC: OPEN TOPIC
Thursday, August 6, 2009 at 6 pm ~
Please join us for our monthly meeting at The Wellness Loft in Redlands. We do not have a set topic for this month. This is a wonderful opportunity for us to get together as women and mothers and share any thoughts, questions, encouragement and more. Plus, there's nothing like just sitting in a room, nursing our babies and sharing our thoughts on this amazing journey called MOTHERHOOD! See you there.
SEPTEMBER ~ 2009
TOPIC: INNER PEACE FOR MOM
Thursday September 3, 2009 at 6 pm ~
Please join us for our monthly meeting at The Wellness Loft in Redlands. Our topic this month is "Inner Peace for Mom." What helps bring that peaceful feeling within yourself when moments become chaotic? Let us share strategies and suggestions for finding that calm, serene place during stressful or anxious moments.
OCTOBER ~ 2009
TOPIC: HEALTHY HOLLOWEEN
Thursday October 1, 2009 at 6 pm ~
Please join us for our monthly meeting at The Wellness Loft in Redlands. Our topic this month is "Healthy Halloween." Let's get together and share ideas on alternatives to candy, and scary goodie bags. Bring recipies and ideas so we can create a healthy and happy halloween for our kids.
NOVEMBER ~ 2009
TOPIC: BOOK SHARING
Thursday November 5, 2009 at 6pm ~
Please join us for our monthly meeting at The Wellness Loft in Redlands. What a great month to give thanks and Celebrate Motherhood by sharing books that have empowered us. Let also, share stories, poems and thoughts as we connect as women and mothers. We hope that you can join us for this special event.
DECEMBER ~ 2009
TOPIC: NATURAL TOYS
Thursday December 3, 2009 at 6 pm ~
Please join us for our monthly meeting at The Wellness Loft in Redlands. With the busy holiday approaching and many parents concerned about the materials in their childrens toys, our topic is "Natural Toys." Let's discuss alternative toys/products for our children.
