TICKLES WHAKATĀNE PARENTS CENTRE MAGAZINE
February / March
INSIDE THIS ISSUE... PROTECTING YOUR CHILD FROM STRESS COOKING UP A STORM WITH WHAKATANE LIBRARIES
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Parents & Babies Mainly for first time
Space for you and your baby is offered around New Zealand. New parents and their babies meet weekly giving them the opportunity to make real connections during their baby’s first year. Parents consider different perspectives about parenting and child development, explore music, rhymes, books and a variety of play experiences in a safe, facilitated environment Topics discussed may include:
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Becoming a parent Establishing attachment The beauty of the brain Expressing myself Treasure ba skets and heuristic play
Contact EBOP Playcentres (Whakatane region) (07) 576 5403 or bop.programmes@playcentre.org.nz Visit www.space.org.nz to find out about Space for you and your baby near you!
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FROM THE EDITOR CONTENTS CHILDBIRTH EDUCATION CLASSES............4 WHAT’S ON................................................5 WHAT’S ONLINE........................................ 7 TODDLER READINESS - THE ART OF WAITING................................................... 8 12 WAYS TO PROTECT YOUR CHILD FROM STRESS.......................................... 10 COOKING UP A STORM............................16 MEMBER OFFERS.....................................25 COMMUNITY DIRECTORY........................26 HIRE EQUIPMENT....................................27
Summer is in full swing, the festive season is done and dusted and the school and kindy year is about to kick off. We hope you managed to find some time to rest and recharge over the last few months. Hope you enjoy this issue and stay cool! KIM Temporary Editor - Whakatāne Parents Centre
The news, views and articles published in this newsletter are not necessarily those of Whakatāne Parents Centre or Parents Centre New Zealand. The information is for you to agree to disagree with, we leave you to draw your own conclusions. We do not endorse any particular product or service in this newsletter, over any other.
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CHILDBIRTH EDUCATION CLASSES
FREE CBE CLASSES - GET A HEAD START! Childbirth education (aka antenatal) classes are not just for first time parents. They are a great way to meet other expectant parents and prepare for the big day. The classes are suitable for couples and singles alike, with support people welcome. We have friendly, qualified childbirth educators to take you through all the things you need.
Did you know? Childbirth education classes are the number one way to set up a coffee group. There might not always be coffee involved, but there will be a support network of parents who you can laugh, cry and share the ups and downs with. Some coffee groups around here are celebrating their kids’ 21st birthdays together. Friends for life can start with a course! CBE Classes are free. Please contact our CBE Coordinator, Kat Cox, on 027 828 0996 to enroll or email whakatÄ ne@parentscentre.org.nz.
COURSE 2 - 2019 Dues dates until mid May 2019. Saturday 16th and 23rd March.
COURSE 3 - 2019 Dues dates to approximately end of June 2019. Saturday 27th April & Saturday 4th May.
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WHAT’S ON
THE EXTRAVAGANZA FAIR
23 - 24 February Mahy Reserve, Ohope
OTAKIRI COUNTRY FAIR AND MARKET Saturday 9 March 10 - 1pm Otakiri School, 571 Otakiri Road
GRASSTRACK TROLLEY DERBY Saturday 9 March 10am
SUNSHINE GOURMET MARKETS Saturday 23 February, 1 - 7pm
Whakatāne Heads $5 adult, children free
FRESH MARKET JAZZ IN THE PARK Saturday 13 October 10am - 1pm Whakatāne Rose Garden, McGarvey Road $5 per adult, 12 and under free
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WHAT’S ONLINE
STAYATHOMESONNZ
ABOUT STAY AT HOME SON NZ
www.facebook.com//stayathomesonnz
Bec Whitley is Mum to George and Sadie. Follow her for her hilarious daily antics and her ‘fun do’ activities for toddlers.
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TODDLER READINESS the beauty of waiting WHEN MY DAUGHTER WAS 2 ¾ SHE TOLD ME SHE WANTED TO RIDE A MERRY-GO-ROUND. I NEVER FIGURED OUT WHERE SHE GOT THE IDEA, BUT SHE LOVED BOOKS AND MUST HAVE SEEN A MERRY-GO-ROUND SOMEWHERE IN ONE OF THEM. We picked a day to visit the classic carousel on the Santa Monica Pier and talked about it for days ahead of time. We imagined the experience – choosing a horse, the music, fastening seatbelts, riding up and down, round and round, holding onto the shiny brass pole. When the day finally arrived and we parked in the beach lot near the pier, I unfastened her car seat and she stepped outside. We looked towards the carousel building a good hundred yards away, and I was stunned when she murmured wistfully, “I hear the music from here”. I heard nothing. And it wasn’t until we entered the building a few minutes later that I finally heard the music, too. This began a magical day that only got better and better. The merry-go-round was everything my girl had hoped it would be. Since she had initiated this idea herself and had spent time imagining every detail, she embraced the experience completely. The carousel confirmed lessons I’d learned through infant specialist Magda Gerber…
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WAIT FOR READINESS. Sharing the activities we loved as children is one of the joys of parenting, and naturally, we can’t wait! We don’t always have the patience to hold off on the carousel (or Disneyland, movies, SeaWorld, whatever…). But when we are able to postpone an activity until our child has the opportunity to initiate interest, or at least say ‘yes’ and be old enough to actively participate, i.e., walk Disneyland, choose rides, recognize characters and fasten seatbelts rather than be carried or strolled, the rewards are great. Generally, the longer we can hold off, the more our child will gain, because the more participatory and “on top of things” toddlers feel, the richer the experience. We are inclined to forget how easily our toddlers become overstimulated and overwhelmed.
PREPARE…PERCHANCE TO DREAM. Preparing our children for new experiences encourages them to participate as actively as possible. When children have the opportunity, for example, to read the book and/or hear the music before going to a show, they eagerly anticipate the event and are ready to savor every aspect. It’s literally a dream come true. Toddlers love to predict what will happen and then be ‘right’. And the preparations for any activity are usually as enjoyable and educational as the event itself.
BALANCE OUTINGS WITH HOME TIME. I envy the energy (and organizational ability) of parents who manage to schedule lots of special activities with their children. But I believe children gain more from experiences when they do them less often and have more time to assimilate them. Toddlers need plenty of time to “do nothing” at home so that they can absorb, reflect and learn from the events in their lives. They need time to invent play that helps them understand and process the things they’ve been exposed to that might confuse or disturb them. I’ll never forget my 3 1/2 year old scrubbing the floor for days (just pretending, unfortunately) after watching her first Disney movie – Cinderella. Never underestimate the power of imagination. When we do less and wait for readiness, we encourage it.
Article courtesy of www.janetlansbury.com
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12 Ways
TO PROTECT YOUR CHILD FROM STRESS
Parents have always grappled with harsh realities to protect their children. But our culture poses risks that are difficult to navigate, because they aren’t obviously dangerous. In fact, we take them for granted because they’re so much a part of our busy lives.
Children’s brains are still developing, laying down neural pathways in a daily context of stressful over-activity, upsetting images and hyper-stimulation. Researchers are only beginning to understand the effects of this on children’s neurological development.
The greatest dangers to our kids may not be the ones we worry most about, the ones that make the evening news, like abduction and child molestation. Random abductions by strangers are relatively rare in the U.S., approximately 200 annually, and molestation is almost always perpetrated by someone the child knows. Most parents can reduce these risks dramatically with attentive parenting.
Compared to adults, children perceive themselves as powerless, at the mercy of schedules, parents, peers, school. They struggle with pressures that most of us didn’t, from much more homework to over-precocious peer culture to being constantly plugged-in. They have less downtime, less playtime, less warm face-to-face connection, and less access to the grounding effects of nature.
Stress researchers now believe that the greatest risk for many children is the stress of the way we live. Stress has an actual biological impact which causes physical, emotional and brain changes. Stress makes all humans, young and old, more vulnerable to dangers from anxiety to depression, and from obesity to substance abuse.
But resisting the seductions of our culture altogether is impossible, because virtually all parents participate in it ourselves. How many of us would be willing to move to the country and live slower, more peaceful lives without screens and alarm clocks, in tune with the rhythms of nature?
The American Psychological Association’s annual stress survey has concluded that teens are as stressed as adults in our culture. But they’ve also found that even younger children are often more stressed than we realize. Given how stressed we feel as parents, it’s often a surprise to hear that stress can be even worse for our children. Why? Kids suffer from the same hyper-scheduling as adults, but it’s made even more challenging by their immature emotional and intellectual development.
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On the other hand, it is our job as parents to protect our children from things that may endanger their welfare, and we need to face the hard truth that some of what we take for granted in our modern lives is actually destructive to our children. I don’t have all the answers on this. But research studies do give us some guidance on how to protect our kids. Here are a dozen tips that together help provide a protective shield for your child against the stresses of our modern lives.
1. SLOW DOWN. Humans are designed to love excitement and novelty, but stress kills. Literally. Stress erodes our patience, our health, and our ability to give our best to our kids. Stress makes us edgy and compromises our emotional control so we’re more likely to become annoyed or angry. Stress sabotages our immune systems and our energy levels. If we’re honest with ourselves, we can usually see how we make our lives more stressful than they need to be, simply by being unwilling to make the choice to pare back. If you want your kids to behave better, start by slowing down and not rushing so much. Your child will gravitate toward your centered presence and want to follow your lead.
2. RESIST THE IMPULSE TO OVER-SCHEDULE YOUR CHILD. All kids need downtime, creative time, time to dream and do nothing and even get bored. Kids need to learn to like being with themselves without being entertained. They need quiet to tap into their own still voice. They need to notice that when we’re still, unfinished emotional business often arises, swamps us, and then passes away, resolved, leaving us more free. They need to learn to structure their own time without always looking to us or their screens. They need to understand that life isn’t the activities that fill it, but something much more vast and mysterious.
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3. TEACH STRESS REDUCTION SKILLS. Teach your child that we all need a repertoire of healthy ways to reduce stress, so we aren’t vulnerable to misusing unhealthy ones, like food and alcohol. For instance, physical activity is one of the best ways to reduce the stress hormones circulating in our bodies. Make it a daily habit to get your child moving. Nature is also a proven antidote to stress; so be sure that some of that movement happens outdoors. Another helpful technique for kids is to listen regularly to an audio specifically designed to help them learn to regulate stress, such as a guided visualization or story that teaches deep breathing. 4. LISTEN, AND LAUGH. Like adults, children need a chance just to talk, to offload the worries and tensions of the day. They also need plenty of laughter, which helps them heal the normal anxieties of daily
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life. If you find you’re too caught up in moving your child through the routine to take time for listening and laughter, build some small connection rituals into your family life, such as snuggling each morning, roughhousing and laughter before bath time and everyone sharing their favorite and worst parts of the day at dinner. 5. ENCOURAGE YOUR CHILD’S PASSIONS -WITHOUT PUSHING. Encouraging children to be creative agents ultimately gives them more joy in life than the passive consumption of culture created by others. But I’m not just referring to the arts; any talent, skill or hobby that matters to your child will insulate him from peer pressure, drug use, and the extremes of pop culture. Just don’t push your child to perform or to “win” with his passion, or you take a source of joy and transform it to another source of stress.
6. CHOOSE A SCHOOL THAT MINIMIZES HOMEWORK AND COMPETITION -AND EMPHASIZES SOCIAL-EMOTIONAL LEARNING. Almost half of all kids in the US are stressed by school, according to American Psychological Association studies. That’s because most schools push children beyond their developmental level, forcing them to sit still and to learn by listening and memorizing instead of by exploring, doing, and discussing. Many schools also use shaming discipline techniques like red/yellow/green lights, which increase stress in children who are struggling to control themselves.
7. CHOOSE AGE-APPROPRIATE FAMILY ACTIVITIES THAT CONNECT RATHER THAN OVER-STIMULATE. Too often, we as parents forget what really nourishes our child’s soul. For instance, children need desperately to spend more time in nature, which calms their physiology and grounds them. Young children DON’T need movies, virtually all of which are inappropriate for them. If every other second grader is talking about some new movie, you may well agree to take him, but that’s very different than making movies a routine part of life. Parents often take young kids to movies because the parent finds it easier than taking the child on an adventure, whether that be a hike, bike ride, or museum.
Teach your child that we all need a repertoire of healthy ways to reduce stress Children learn best when the “whole child” is acknowledged and encouraged. That means a curriculum that includes social-emotional development will help your child develop both emotional intelligence and intellect, and reduce stress levels. Homework is a big stressor for children who have been sitting in a classroom all day. If you can choose a school that minimizes homework, you’ll be freeing your child to have more downtime for play, self-initiated exploration, and pursuing her own passions. That not only reduces the stress level in your child’s life; it’s ultimately better for learning.
8. LIMIT SCREEN TIME AND TEACH MEDIA LITERACY. Research shows that all screen contributes to our stress levels.
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TV teaches children that the most important things in life are money, appearance and fame, which increases their stress levels. Research shows that TV stifles creativity, lowers self esteem (particularly in girls), and increases violence. Talk with your kids on an ongoing basis about the media messages that they see. Does this ad make them want to buy that product? What else does it make them feel, and think?
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(Hint: You and your life are inadequate without this product, which will make you beautiful, popular, and talented.) Research shows that even when we don’t think we’re influenced by advertising -- and most people say they aren’t -- we are very likely to act on the ad’s message. That’s scary, but what’s really scary is that corporations spend billions to target our kids, who are even easier prey than we are. Even when we don’t act on advertising messages, we unconsciously respond to the message that we aren’t good enough the way we are. Children, whose brains function differently than adult brains, are more susceptible to those messages. But the stress comes from more than advertising. Studies show that adults and children who watch TV news believe the world is a more dangerous place than it actually is. Seeing TV news increases stress levels, causes nightmares, and makes kids more anxious. You might still choose to watch the news, but that doesn’t make it appropriate for children. Even when you watch it with them, kids under the age of ten are not ready to see in technicolor all the terrible things that happen in the world. Reading the newspaper together is fine, because it isn’t as visceral, and you can help with the interpretation, unlike the unmediated sensationalism of the news. Even middle schoolers need your help to be savvy media interpreters. What about just playing games? Games are designed to be addictive. They stress the brain and change the way it develops. Research shows that many children cannot handle ipad usage without meltdowns, difficulty transitioning,
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and need for constant stimulation. If you’d like more information about this issue, check out Dr. Victoria Dunckley’s book Reset Your Child’s Brain. 9. KEEP PHONES FROM BECOMING YET ANOTHER STRESS. Of course, now our children consume smaller screens all day long. Most adults admit that being at the mercy of the incoming texts on their phone increases their stress level. If your child has his or her own phone, be sure that it gets parked in the charging station at the front door for most of the time that your child is home, including meals, homework, and after dinner. Kids need explicit direction that phones are a convenience for THEM, and that texts and calls don’t have to be answered immediately. 10. PROTECT SLEEP. Many children are chronically sleep-deprived, which reduces their ability to cope with the normal stresses of life. If you have to wake your child in the morning, she’s not getting enough sleep. Start moving bedtime back by 15 minutes every night until you find the sweet spot where your child wakes up on her own, refreshed and cheerful. 11. CHECK YOUR OWN ATTITUDE. If you’re running around stressed out all the time, bemoaning how busy you are, what are you modeling for your child? That she’s not good enough unless she’s over-extended? Stress is not inevitable; it’s a choice. Notice also what you’re modeling and discussing with your child about values, choices, and the meaning of life. Is life about working more to
buy more things? Competing to be “the best”? Does your child feel like she has to achieve to be worthy of your love, or is she more than enough, exactly as she is? Finally, notice that your stress has a huge impact on your child. When you get huffy, your child gets stressed. All of us will lose it if we get pushed to the edge. Our responsibility as grownups is to stay away from the edge. 12. STAY CONNECTED. Most of us take for granted that kids would rather be with other kids. But when children are asked, they invariably say they wish their parents wanted to spend more time with them. Think of this as an insurance policy for your child. Your very presence helps him feel secure and melts away the stress. In fact, the most important factor in protecting your child from stress may be the delight you take in him, and the closeness of your connection. If you’re too stressed to feel that delight, why not give yourself whatever support you need, to rediscover it? Courtesy of ahaparenting.com
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COOKING UP A STORM The problem with cookbooks is that one is never enough. Cookbooks are the ultimate compare and contrast exercise. Yes, you are completely right- Pinterest, Instagram and hundreds of cooking blogs online offer a similar opportunity but it’s not quite as satisfying as an armful of books pulled off a shelf or even standing in front of our full library shelves considering the possibilities. It’s a habit that could get expensive if it weren’t for your local library! Armed with full knowledge that it’s not possible to make all the recipes in a book, browsing can be done guilt-free. Outlined below are just a few of the items in the Whakatāne District Libraries collection. There is a huge range - children’s cookbooks, chef’s memoirs, magazines, online cookbooks … come in and check out all the possibilities.
FOOD FOR CAMPING BY THE AUSTRALIAN WOMEN’S WEEKLY
Perfect for summer, camping and for people who want some quick, creative recipes. It even works for people with no camping plans. Intriguing recipe: Humpty Dumpty Toast. KIWI BAKER AT BRETTSCHNEIDER
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One of the judges from our very own ‘Bakeoff’ series. You could use this title to set your very own technical challenge. Intriguing recipe: Stone Age Bread (Stenalderbrød).
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POPCORN! 100 A-MAIZE-ING POPCORN RECIPES TO MAKE AT HOME BY CAROL BECKERMAN This one could be fun with the kids preparing for movie night. Intriguing recipe: Hard to pick between the Hawaiian Popcorn (with macadamia nuts, candied pineapple and coconut) or Cola Chocolate Popcorn Balls.
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GOODBYE GLUTEN BY SALLY HOLLAND
CUISINE MAGAZINE
Brilliant variety of recipes in this elegant book. If you aren’t gluten free it’s still so handy to have gluten free recipes for friends and visitors. Intriguing recipe: Raspberry and White Chocolate Trifle.
Pick it up for the pretty pictures, keep reading for the regular columns, including ‘The Main Ingredient’ which is often surprising and insightful. Intriguing recipe: Beef Short Rib Kimchi Taco.
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WHAKATĀNE CAR SEAT CLINIC ON THE SECOND TUESDAY OF EACH MONTH 10AM-1PM
Did you know? It’s 70% safer to rearward face. Plunket recommend rear-facing until at least 2 years of age. Come along and let us check that your car seat is correctly fitted and work safely. Appointments not necessary. Donations to help cover our time are appreciated.
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Quality, affordable childcare available in your area 20 ECE FREE hours for 3-4 year olds WINZ subsidies available for those who qualify FREE toy, equipment & resource library Registered ECE Teachers supporting your childs learning & development Your child will receive one on one care & attention
BABY & YOU Are you a new parent?
‘Baby & You’ explores the first three months of your baby’s life and gives practical information about stimulation for babies, age-appropriate toys and the key milestones of your baby’s growth. Contact us about doing a one off class. You get freebies from Huggies and Johnsons and some valuable information. To book phone 027 977 9951 and leave a message, email whakatāne@parentscentre.org.nz or find us on Facebook.
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GROUPS & ACTIVITIES
LA LECHE LEAGUE Breastfeeding Café, for advice, support and to meet other mums. Phone Bronwyn ph. 307 7440
MUSIC AND MOVEMENT , WHAKATĀNE Salvation Army Hall, corner King St and Goulstone Rd, Wednesdays at 10am. $1-$2.
BOTTLE FED BABIES (BFBS) Information on sterilisation, feeding and support for parents email bottlefedbabies@hotmail.com. GASTRIC REFLUX ASSOCIATION For the Support of Parents (GRASP) www.cryingoverspiltmilk.co.nz or 0800 380 517 (leave a message with your contact details). STILLBIRTH AND NEONATAL DEATH SUPPORT GROUP (SANDS) A local group supporting families who have experienced stillbirth or the death of a baby. Message their Facebook page. MISCARRIAGE SUPPORT Information for families who need support following a miscarriage. Ph (09) 378 4060. JIGSAW (FORMERLY CHILD ABUSE PREVENTION SERVICES) Helping families put together what’s best for their children. Phone 0800 228 737 or see www.jigsaw.org.nz. MATERNAL MENTAL HEALTH Maternal and Infant Mental Health support. Self-referrals accepted. Ph 306 0470. POST-NATAL DEPLETION GROUP Local support for Post Natal Depression and Anxiety. Search Whakatāne Post Natal Depletion Support Group on Facebook to join.
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MAINLY MUSIC, WHAKATĀNE Baptist Centre, Keepa Rd, Coastlands. Thursdays at 9.30am. $4. ST NICHOLAS MUSIC, ŌHOPE St Nicholas Church, by the Four Square in Ōhope. Fridays at 9.30am. Gold coin entry. MAINLY MUSIC, ŌPŌTIKI St Johns Church, St John St, Ōpōtiki Thursdays at 10am. $2. DANCE FFUN STUDIO, WHAKATĀNE Pre-school dance and ballet for 3 to 5 yrs. Call Helen on 021 210 5119. Caledonian Hall, 60 King St. WHAKATĀNE COMMUNITY PLAYGROUP Learning fun for children under 5 at Eastbay REAP Monday to Thursday 9am-1pm. MULTIPLE BIRTH PLAYGROUP For families with twins, triplets and more. Meets first and third Wednesday of the month at St Nicholas Church, Ōhope. For more information call Jules on 308 2586 BOOKABOO STORIES AND SONGS At Whakatāne Library and Exhibition Centre. Tuesdays at 10am. Free. EDUBASE PLAYGROUP Fridays from 9:30-11:30am, Plunket Rooms. Suitable for ages 0-5.
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WHAKATĀNE COMMUNITY TOY LIBRARY Located at James Street School. Open Tuesdays 10.30-11.30am, Wednesdays and Thursdays 3-4pm and Saturdays 10-11am. Discount for Parents Centre members on new memberships. GYMTOTS At EBOP Gymnastics Club, 11 Lovelock St. Phone 07 308 0122 or 022 326 7496 (022 ebopgym) SPACE - SUPPORTING PARENTS ALONGSIDE CHILDREN’S EDUCATION Ph 07 308 0273 and leave a message or email ebopspace@gmail.com PARENT INC. TOOLBOX Six week courses run for parents. A choice of courses available: 0-6 years, 6-12 years and teenagers. Courses run for 2 hours per week usually in the evenings. Phone Pam 312 4444. HIYOKO JAPANESE PLAYGROUP Tuesdays as a regular session at Mananui Playcentre. WHAKATĀNE BABYWEARERS Hire of slings/carriers available. Contact us on Facebook. PLAYCENTRE BABES Awakeri Playcentre on Mondays from 12.30-3pm. For children Under 2. A supportive place to bring your baby. Contact: awakeri@playcentre. org.nz, Sian on 0274 083 083 or find us on Facebook
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MEDELA LACTINA BREAST PUMPS Hospital grade electric breast pumps ideal for long term, regular use. Can be used for long-term pumping, boosting supply, assisting with feeding a sick or premature baby, separation situations (sick or working mum) and other scenarios. BOND $30. MEMBERS PRICE $20 PER MONTH. NON MEMBERS $50 PER MONTH. DOUBLE PUMP KIT $10.
AVENT ISIS BREAST PUMP AND STERILISER KITS Our Avent kit includes an Isis manual breast pump with storage bottles and a microwave steriliser. Simple to use and very cost effective. Great for occasional use. BOND $25. MEMBERS $10 PER MONTH. NON MEMBERS $20 PER MONTH.
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