International Nanny Training Day in Austin, 2023

4000 WestGate Blvd,Austin TX 78735

01 April, 2023

Description

Moms Best Friend and Windsor House Nannies celebrate International Nanny Training Day to recognize the needs of young children and to raise awareness of the importance of nanny training and its effect on quality care. This national initiative is part of Week of the Young Child, an annual celebration sponsored by the National Association for the Education of Young Children. NAEYC is the leading early childhood education association of almost 90,000 members and a network of more than 300 local, state, and regional affiliates. On Saturday, April 1st thousands of nannies in more than 37 cities as well as a few events overseas, will gather in their local communities at training events designed to meet their unique needs. Moms Best Friend and Windsor House Nannies are proud to be the local sponsor for the Austin event that will be held at Balance Dance Studios. It is open to nannies throughout the community. This event will offer caregivers pertinent training in the field of child care as well as the opportunity to network, share resources and be appreciated for the important work they do. ATX iNNTD 2023 will include- Free professional headshots and fun photo shoots!Access to all the tea and coffee you could possibly drink!Classroom style trainings by the best child care professionals in Austin.Lunch. Raffle prizes. Raffle tickets included in ticket price!Swag bags.Certification of completion.Networking event.Speakers-Baby Strokes Infant/ Child MassageMelanie J Wattles RN, Certified Infant Massage Instructor, Certified Pediatric Massage Therapist. Infant Massage for Childcare Professionals. The workshop / class will cover the benefits of infant massage, infant states and cues, massage oils and head to toe massage strokes and techniques for newborns, babies and adaptations for older children. We will focus on Gas and Colic relief, teething, relaxation and sleep. Attendees can bring a doll or teddy to use for stroke practice. Biography: Melanie is a Registered Nurse (RN), a Certified Infant Massage Instructor (CIMI 1 & 2) and a Certified Pediatric Massage Therapist ( CPMT). Melanie owns Baby Strokes Infant / Child Massage and offers in home massage for children over 1 year of age. She has worked as a Parent Educator for Seton /Ascension Health teaching Prenatal Infant Massage and Infant Massage for the Mother-Baby and Labor and Delivery RN Grads at Seton / Ascension Health. Melanie received her CIMI certification through the International Association of Infant Massage in 2001. She updated her skills in January 2014 and received her CIMI2 Certification through “WINC Without Borders” (World Institute for Nurturing Communication). Melanie was trained by Tina Allen and received her CPMT through the Liddle Kidz Foundation in June 2016. Melanie is also a Registered General Nurse and a Registered Sick Children's Nurse in the United Kingdom. Melanie has over 25 years of experience in Pediatric and Neonatal Nursing. Melanie is also certified in Infant/Child CPR. Melanie is originally from the UK but has lived in Austin for over 26 years so she is very much an “Austinite”. Melanie, her husband Daniel, her son James and “Queso” the cat live in southwest Austin. https://www.babystrokes.com/ Healthy Hive NutritionHealthy Hive Family Nutrition is a child nutrition practice that specializes in kids. From babies to teens, we're here to guide you! Feeding kids is our passion. Helping families raise healthy, happy eaters is our mission. https://www.healthyhivenutrition.com/ Speaker Updates Coming Soon!Sponsors-Venue Sponsor; Balance Dance StudioTo provide innovative programming, for dancers of all ages and abilities, to be able to explore and excel. We strive for excellence in every area by providing consistency, integrity, and continual improvement. We cultivate a community where we care for each other, as if family, and the studio, as our second home. We promote, practice, and help provide, balance for each of our students and families. We create personalized experiences for each of our students, considering their goals, levels and abilities. https://www.balancedancestudios.com/ Photo Sponsor; Grace Dupuy PhotographyAustin based photographer Grace Dupuy Photography will be taking free professional headshots for your portfolio! https://www.facebook.com/thelettergrace/ Instagram: @thelettergrace FAQ:What does my ticket include? Entry to a full day of learning and networking, lunch, raffle tickets, certification. What are the health and safety protocols? It is a requirement to be symptom free to attend this event. If you are feeling ill like symptoms prior to the event, send an email before the event starts and we will refund your ticket minus booking fees. Refunds are not permitted with requests submitted after 9 AM on Saturday April 1st. Masks are optional. Hand sanitizer will be provided to all attendees. What name will be on my certificate? The name that is associated with your credit card is the name that will be used. Please email or message us if you wish to use a different name. If your employer(s) purchase your ticket, you will need to let us know the attendees name. Are there ID requirements or an age limit to enter the event? All attendees must be at least 16 years old. No ID required. What can/can't I bring to the event? Since your cell phone will need to be turned off during the presentations, we recommend you bring note-taking supplies: pen and paper. A water bottle is also strongly recommended. If you might be interested in purchasing extra raffle tickets, please bring small billed cash. Please do not bring any children or pets. We love them dearly but in order to minimize distractions at this professional event, we must insist that they be left at home. What is the dress code for this event? International Nanny Training Day is a casual event so please dress comfortably but we will have a photographer on site to take headshots. A light sweater is recommended if you tend to get cold. Where can I contact the organizer with any questions? All questions can be directed to [email protected] Is my registration/ticket refundable or transferable? All ticket sales are non-refundable excluding reports of ill like symptoms prior to the event. Tickets are fully transferable. You must email us to transfer your ticket. Can I update my registration information? No. If you feel that something must urgently be altered, please email us and we will do what we can to help. Do I need to bring my ticket to get in? No. We like trees. Can I buy a ticket at the door? There will be no day-of/in person ticket sales for Austin's International Nanny Training Day. Windsor House Nannies and Moms Best Friend retains the sole right, at its discretion to refuse sale or entry to anyone. Can I only attend some of the event? Each attendee must attend the entire training day/all workshops in totality in order to receive the Certificate of Completion. Will a photographer be present to capture the event? Yes and by purchasing a ticket you agree to release, defend, hold harmless and indemnify Windsor House Nannies and Moms Best Friend from any and all claims involving the use of your picture or likeness. Windsor House Nannies and Moms Best Friend reserves the right to use any photograph/ video taken at any event sponsored by Windsor House Nannies and Moms Best Friend. Windsor House Nannies and Moms Best Friend may use the photograph/video in publications or other media material produced, used or contracted by Windsor House Nannies and Moms Best Friend including but not limited to: brochures, invitations, books, newspapers, magazines, television, websites, etc