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Baby Steps - Forest Therapy for Newborns or Infants and their CaregiverFridays, October 16, 23, 30, November 6, 13, and 20, 2026
10:30 AM - 11:45 AM
Format: In-Person
Instructor: Giulia Pozzi
Fee: $55 +HST per person if you register by the early bird date of Oct. 8, after, the fee is $65 +HST. Registration is for all 6 sessions.
Join Giulia, a mother, artist, and certified Nature and Forest Therapy Guide in a series of low-key, slow-paced, and restorative Forest Therapy sessions.
Life with a new baby is complex: poor sleep, fussiness, and isolation can all be part of the journey. While there is so much to celebrate, sometimes we also need space to process all the changes that come with parenthood and even grieve aspects of our pre-baby lives. During our time together we will slow down, reconnect to our senses, and allow whatever feelings arise to be gently held by the land, all while witnessing the changing colors of the fall.
What is Forest Therapy?
It originated in Japan in the 80s, today it is practiced all over the world.
Research shows us the benefits of regular, intentional sessions with nature, which include lower blood pressure and stress levels, relief of low mood states, and increased sense of wellbeing and meaning.
No previous experience is needed.
What to expect:
Gentle, flexible invitations to inspire you and your baby to engage with the natural world and each other
Moments of optional sharing as a group
A space that honours the realities of caring for a new baby; changing diapers, nursing, crying babies, strollers and carriers, all is welcome!
Closing tea ceremony (please provide your own snacks).
Bring a blanket, baby carrier for naps and comfort, and all your baby gear and food, plus weather appropriate clothes for you and baby.
Disclaimer: This is not group therapy and Giulia is not a trained psychotherapist. The Forest is the Therapist, the Guide opens the door.
Maximum 20 adults with a child up to 1 year of age.
Fee: $55 +HST per person if you register by the early bird deadline of August 27, 2026. After Oct. 8 the fee is $65 +HST. Registration is for all 6 sessions.
Register here: https://arboretum.uoguelph.ca/educationandevents/workshops
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200 Arboretum Road, Guelph, ON, Canada, Ontario N1G 2W1
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