Information provided by press release introduces “Baby Talk,” a series of free discussions for parents, grandparents and caregivers on the growth and development of young children, will be offered from September – December at the Louisville Science Center. The series is sponsored by Education Savings Plan Trust.
Each session will focus on a different aspect of child development and parenting. The series will be led by local experts.
The first topic, “Milestones,” will be offered Sunday, Sept. 11, from 1:30 – 3:30 p.m. and repeated Tuesday, Sept. 13, from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Teething, sleeping through the night, work-home balance and ways to maintain energy while caring for babies will be discussed. Presenters are Jennifer M. Blaire, author, life coach and founder, Excavive Life Coaching; Lelah Rezaei, MD, Pediatric Associates of Southern Indiana (Sept. 11 only), and Julia Richerson, MD, FAAP, Family Health Centers (Sept. 13 only). The session’s moderator on Sept. 11 is Kristen Riddick, host of “Real Life with Kristen” on 900 AM WFIA.
“Food for Thought” will be Sunday, Oct. 9, from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. and repeated on Tuesday, Oct. 11, from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Nutrition information, additives and preservatives and making baby food will be discussed, and the Kentucky Poison Control Center will cover how to teach children what is safe and unsafe to consume. Presenters are Beth Ruley, registered dietician, Kosair Children’s Hospital; and Brooke Wilson, education program coordinator, Kentucky Regional Poison Control Center. Riddick also will moderate the Oct. 11 session.
“Play Time” is Sunday, Nov. 13, from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. and repeated on Tuesday, Nov. 15, from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Exercises and toys that are best for baby’s brain and physical development will be highlighted, and ways to get active with your child and to stimulate innate curiosity in young children will be discussed. Presenter is Jody L. Clasey, PhD, FACSM, Exercise Physiologist and Associate Professor, Department of Kinesiology and Health Promotion at the University of Kentucky. Media moderator is Stephanie White, of Louisville Family Fun, www.louisvillefamilyfun.net.
“Baby Boot Camp” is Sunday, Dec. 11, from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m., repeated on Tuesday, Dec. 13, from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. New parents and parents-to-be can try a series of challenges on baby basics, including swaddling, diaper changing, testing water temperature and more!
Sessions are free, but require advance registration. To register, call (502) 561-6100, ext. 6111 or email jenna.spear@louisvilleky.gov.
About the Louisville Science Center (www.LouisvilleScience.org) The Louisville Science Center is a nonprofit educational institution that encourages people of all ages to enjoy science, mathematics and technology in a stimulating and engaging environment that is educational as well as entertaining. Designated the “State Science Center of Kentucky” by the 2002 Kentucky General Assembly, the Louisville Science Center features interactive exhibits and engaging programs for children, families and adults. The Louisville Science Center is committed to growing a scientifically literate community that investigates, questions, and challenges.
About Kentucky Education Savings Plan Trust (www.kysaves.com)Kentucky Education Savings Plan Trust (KESPT) is the Commonwealth’s official 529 College Savings Plan, which helps parents, grandparents, family and friends save for a loved one’s future college education. It is administered by the Kentucky Higher Education Assistance Authority (KHEAA) and managed by TIAA-CREF Tuition Financing, Inc., a leader in managing college savings plans. For more information, please visit kysaves.com or call toll-free 1-877-598-7878.
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