Parent Infant Classes

written by Pennie Brownlee

You’ll know these classes are for you if:

  • You want to meet other like minded parents

  • You are curious about the Pikler approach.

  • You want to support your babies natural play and development.

  • You feel overwhelmed, by all the advice and want a simple approach that focuses on you and your baby

  • You want to slow down and become more mindful in your parenting journey

  • You or bubby got off to a rocky start.

    Maybe the birth didn’t go as you imagined?

    or You just don’t feel as connected as you’d like to be?

  • You enjoy thought provoking discussions in a calm nurturing small group envionment.

  • You have a copy of Dance with me in the Heart by Pennie Brownlee

    and you want support putting it into action

These simple and incredibly effective teachings, add curiosity, confidence and mindfulness to your parenting journey. Gifting you the opportunity to see how capable and competent you and your baby really are.

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What parents are saying

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What parents are saying

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What parents are saying • What parents are saying •

  • ​"The class exceeded my expectations. I have actually learned skills that I will take into the rest of my life and that is really special. Thank you Jacqui!"

    -Kate

  • I found this course amazing, it gave me a new view on parenting and helped not only with our new addition but with my eldest too. It's taught me how to enjoy every stage of my children and how to nagivate through hard times.

    Taylah

  • The ideas and discussions have re-enforced my beliefs in how I want to parent and also re-affirms that we are all only trying to do our best, which is good enough. The classes are extremely validating. It's a wonderful course and I wish I could continue indefinitely.

    Jana

  • A big thank you Jacqui, the way you facilitate this program is wonderful. I have taken a lot away from this and things seem to be a lot calmer in my house now.

    Rochelle

  • "I'm very grateful to have had the chance to do the course with you Jacqui. You truely embody the philosophy behind the course teachings with your calm and gentle approach, and the way you listened and responded to us and the individual parenting challenges we were facing. You created a safe space conducive to the learning on many levels. Your years of experience as a facilitator and your EFT wisdom are very evident. We are so lucky to have you delivering this course in Southland."

    - Rachael

  • "The simple and effective information just made sense and I wish I'd known it earlier, as it would have stopped me scrolling for hours trying to find the answers"

    - Sarah

  • "I absolutely loved the course that Jacqui delivered and it has shaped the way my husband and I parent our daughter. Jacqui has a calm, gentle approach with both the adults and the babies and provides a safe space to share and learn together with no judgement. I highly recommend this course!

    -Amy

Classes are based on

Over 75 years of research from the Pikler Institute in Budapest. Dr Emmi Pikler was a family paediatrician who 'watched the babies'  and ​discovered just how much they could do​ in their own time and in their own way. Her common sense and respectful partnership approach, has stunning results, that people travel from all over the world to witness.

Pennie Brownlee developed these classes from those teachings to reflect our New Zealand culture and classes are presented by those who have attended her 'Dance with me in the Heart' Training.

Other's have developed Dr Emmi Pikler's work that you may have heard of    - such as Magda Gerber - RIE &  Janet Lansbury etc.

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What happens in class?

Sessions hold a familar routine and rhythm that provides a sense of safety and predictability for both the parent and baby.

There is a perfect balance between forming connections with others and learning about your baby's growth, ​needs and development.

Each session includes a quiet time, where the adults don’t talk. Not only does this give parents an opportuntiy to ‘pause’, it also allows parents to see their babies with new eyes.

Parents gain skills in supporting and extend their baby’s independant play and natural movement.

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  • When is the best time to start?

    Parents attend any time they feel ready to head out and about with baby and before baby is on the move.

  • How long are classes?

    Each class goes for an hour and a half, once a week over 10 weeks​.

    With a new group starting each term.

  • What to wear?

    This is a place for you and your baby to relax so dress comfortably and consider clothing that allows baby to move freely.

  • What do classes cost?

    $25 a week.

    Arrangements available if needed. Classes run for 10 weeks.

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