Ready, Set, Grow: A Supportive Morning for Expectant & Current Parents, focused on confidence, skills, and support
Sat Sep 5, 09:30 - Sat Sep 5, 12:30
The Annex Restaurant & Venue
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OVER R1,000 VALUE FOR ONLY R250!
Stop struggling with conflicting internet advice. Get real, clinical answers from Cape Town’s top maternal and infant specialists while enjoying a luxurious morning out.
Whether you are currently pregnant or navigating the early weeks with a newborn, or just a parent, this morning is curated to give you total clinical confidence, realistic expectations, and real-world skills. Moms, dads, and partners are all welcome!
Your R250 All-Inclusive Ticket Features:
- Premium Coffee: A freshly brewed premium hotel barista Cappuccino on arrival.
- Morning Catering: A delicious, curated light breakfast meal prepared by the hotel chefs.
- Stress-Free Parking: Free, secure basement parking inside the hotel.
- Luxury Goody Bag (Worth R500+): A loaded bag packed with full-sized premium products from Bennetts, Oh-Lief, Pure Beginnings, Mrs. Milk, Haakaa SA, Noonoo Pie, Quivertree Publications, and Carmien Tea!
- High-Value Lucky Draws: Automatic entry to win premium newborn hampers from Moms Lifeline, Nurture One, Haakaa SA, and Mrs. Milk!
Meet Your Expert Specialist Panel:
Our elite panel of 4 prominent specialists will unpack the exact topics you care about most:
- Erica Lötter (Founder of Moms Lifeline): Decoding Behavioral Sleep Science – Master the biological rhythms of newborns and infants, design sensory-smart sleep spaces that trigger natural melatonin, and build healthy daily routines that prevent future bedtime battles before they even begin.
- Naomi Jordaan & Jeanine Schwartz (Founders of NeuroBloom): Maternal well-being, managing postpartum anxiety, and practical nervous system regulation.
- Natasha McDonald (NutriPaeds): Behind the Breastfeeding Journey – Managing expectations, understanding early emotions, and prioritizing self-care.
- Jennifer Spiro (Co-Founder of nurtureOne & OT): Navigating the "Fourth Trimester", infant sensory processing, womb-transition mimicking, and safe containment strategies.
The Details:
- Date: Saturday, 5 September 2026
- Time: 09:30 AM – 12:30 PM (Doors open at 09:00 AM for coffee).
- Venue: The Annex Room, One Thibault Hotel, Long Street, Cape Town CBD.
- Media Partners: Proudly supported by Woman in Media and Happening News SA.
Note: Spaces are strictly limited to keep the space quiet, cozy, and deeply supportive for new families. Secure your seat today!
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I bring my baby with me?
Absolutely! Non-mobile, lap-sized babies are incredibly welcome. We completely understand if they need to feed, fuss, or cry. We kindly request that older toddlers stay at home with a caregiver.
I am still pregnant, is this suitable for me?
Yes! Gaining these practical skills on sleep, routine, feeding, and mental health before your baby arrives will give you a massive boost of confidence.
What if I have strict dietary requirements?
The hotel caters to standard vegetarian and meat options. If you have strict allergies, or require specific Halaal or Kosher meals, please email us at [email protected] at least 5 days before the event.
Can my partner/husband attend?
We highly encourage it! Dads and partners are a critical part of the team. Tickets are sold per person, so they will need their own individual R250 ticket to cover their catering and seat.
Where exactly do I park?
The hotel offers secure, free on-site parking. When you arrive, security will guide you to the designated parking area, and clear signage will lead you straight to the room.
What time should I arrive?
Doors open at 09:00 AM. Arrive early to park, check-in, collect your hot cappuccino, and find a comfortable OVER R1,000 VALUE FOR ONLY R250!