Butterfly Center-Mindful Beginnings

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Butterfly Center-Mindful Beginnings

Promoting Peaceful pregnancies, successful breastfeeding, and nurturing newborn parenting. This is “one journey” and the mother, newborn, family are “one unit”.

Our Hope for the Community:

For the health and well-being of our society, it is imperative that we advocate for the pregnant woman, new mother/family and the newborn. As care providers we must provide them with evidence based information and quality health care, but equally important is our loving support, helping to empower them, and guiding them to their intuitive nature of protecting, bonding and nurturing their offspring. We must raise the consciousness of the community in regards to the major lifelong impact of a positive and respectful birth experience; a supportive and nurturing post-partum period and evidence based information has on the survival of the newborn and positive development of the family. Research clearly shows us that we can not separate birth, skin to skin connection, breastfeeding and newborn development as individual aspects of family life to be taken lightly, but that one completely impacts the other. We hope to establish a center where all family members are empowered, supported, respected and well informed concerning their choices, evidence based research, and needs during their amazing journey from pregnancy to parenthood.

08/01/2025

🦋 Ready to be a superhero for your little one?

🦸‍♀️ Join us at the Butterfly Center for our Infant & Child CPR and Choking Workshop! 🌟

Mark your calendars:
🗓️ Date: Wed, August 20th, 2025
⏰ Time: 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
📍Location: Thousand Oaks

We’ll cover:
❤️ Hands-on CPR training for infants and children
🚨 How to recognize and respond to choking emergencies
👶🏼 How to distinguish between gagging and choking
💪 Building your confidence to handle those unexpected moments

❣️This workshop is a must-have for parents, parents to be, grandparents, caregivers, and anyone who wants to be prepared!

➡️ Early bird registration is open now – at www.butterflycenter.org
Snag your spot before they’re gone!

🧘🏽‍♀️Give yourself the peace of mind that comes with knowing you can make a difference. Let’s learn together! ✨

05/11/2025

Happy Mother’s Day to everyone who mothers

03/23/2025

The Mama Market is just a week away and we can’t be more excited to participate in this wonderful free community event presented by .wlv

WHAT: The Mama Market

WHERE: MBody PT and Wellness
5703 Corsa Avenue, Suite 201, Westlake Village 91362

WHEN: Saturday, March 29, 2025
11am - 2pm

The Mama Market is a free community event for soon-to-be and new moms to connect, learn and feel supported!

Featuring:
Doulas, midwives and lactation consultants.
Maternal mental health and sleep specialists
Nutritionists, chiropractors and birth photographers

Mini Workshops:
Pelvic Floor Health
Infant Massage
Confidence in Motherhood
and more!

First 50 guests to arrive will receive an exclusive swag bag!

All are welcome- bring your bump, baby, and friends!

03/17/2025

🦋 Ready to be a superhero for your little one?

🦸‍♀️ Join us at the Butterfly Center for our Infant & Child CPR and Choking Workshop! 🌟

🗓️ Mark your calendars: April 10th, 2025 ⏰ Time: 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM

We’ll cover:
❤️ Hands-on CPR training for infants and children
🚨 How to recognize and respond to choking emergencies
👶🏼 How to distinguish between gagging and choking
💪 Building your confidence to handle those unexpected moments

❣️This workshop is a must-have for parents, parents to be, grandparents, caregivers, and anyone who wants to be prepared!

➡️ Early bird registration is open now – at www.butterflycenter.org
Snag your spot before they’re gone!

🧘🏽‍♀️Give yourself the peace of mind that comes with knowing you can make a difference. Let’s learn together! ✨

01/24/2025

Every parent’s worst nightmare is a medical emergency with their child.
The Butterfly Center’s Infant & Child CPR and Choking Workshop equips you with the life-saving skills and confidence to handle any situation.

WHAT: Infant and Child CPR and Choking Workshop
WHEN: Tuesday, February 4, 2025 at 6:00-7:30 pm
WHERE: Oak Park Community Center
1000 Kanan Road, Oak Park 91377
REGISTER: www.butterflycenter.org

Here’s what you’ll gain:
➡️ Hands-on practice on infant and child CPR techniques.
➡️ Learn how to recognize and respond to choking in both infants and children.
➡️ Gain peace of mind knowing you’re prepared for anything.
➡️ Small group setting for personalized attention and Q&A.

This workshop is for you if:
✅ You’re a parent, grandparent, or caregiver.
✅ You work with children in any capacity.
✅ You want to be prepared for any emergency.

Don’t wait until it’s too late! Register for the next workshop at the Butterfly Center and give yourself the gift of knowledge and confidence.

Please note this is NOT a certification class. This is adults only class.

01/14/2025

WHAT: Childbirth Education Class
(4 week series)
WHEN: Mondays, 1/20 - 2/10, 6:00-8:30 pm
WHERE: Oak Park Community Center
1000 Kanan Road, Oak Park 91377
REGISTER: www.butterflycenter.org

Are you expecting a precious little one and feeling a mix of excitement and nervousness about childbirth? You’re not alone! The Butterfly Center’s comprehensive childbirth education class is here to empower you with knowledge, tools, and support to navigate this life-changing journey with confidence.

Here’s what you can gain from our amazing class:
➡️ Understand the stages of labor and delivery: We’ll break down the birthing process, from early signs to postpartum, so you feel informed and prepared for each step.
➡️ Discover pain management options: Explore natural coping techniques like breathing exercises, massage, and movement, along with medical interventions you might encounter.
➡️ Build your birth plan: Craft a personalized plan that reflects your preferences and empowers you to advocate for yourself during childbirth.
➡️ Build your postpartum plan: Preparing for bringing your baby home and setting up a basic framework with boundaries, priorities, rules, roles, support system and expectations for your family can help with the often turbulent transition into parenthood.
➡️ Learn essential newborn care skills: Gain confidence in understanding newborn behavior, breast/bottle-feeding, soothing, sleeping patterns and other crucial skills for those precious first weeks.
➡️ Connect with a supportive community: Meet other expecting parents, share experiences, and build lasting friendships in a warm and encouraging environment.

Our passionate instructors, who are experienced childbirth educators and lactation counselors, will guide you and your partner every step of the way. They’ll answer your questions honestly, address your fears, and celebrate your triumphs.

Investing in childbirth education is an investment in your family and your baby’s well-being. It can lead to a reduced stress, and a more positive birthing experience for both you and your little one.

01/06/2025

WHAT: Childbirth Education Class
4 week series

WHEN: Jan 20 - Feb 10, 2025
Mondays, 6:00-8:30 pm

WHERE: Oak Park Community Center
1000 Kanan Road, Oak Park 91377

WHAT PARENTS SAY ABOUT THIS CLASS:
“I had no idea what I was in for when my husband signed us up for Childbirth classes through the butterfly center. I’m usually a high anxiety person and read that sometimes classes can cause more anxiety. Rina, an absolute angel, put all my fears at ease. My husband and I looked forward to Monday night birthing classes with Rina. I gained so much knowledge through the birthing process because of her class. I walked in more confident going to the hospital than I ever would’ve if I didn’t take the classes. If you’re on the fence and wondering if childbirth classes are worth it, I can promise you, you won’t regret these classes with the sweetest woman ever. Thank you Rina for an experience that I’ll always remember and carry with me for the rest of my life.
V.J.”

Spots are limited, sign up or www.butterflycenter.org

01/04/2025

“A few moments with another mom, talking about similar postpartum challenges, offers a sense of relief that is far greater than accomplishing chores before the day is through. That one simple conversation can shed light on just what a wonderful, amazing mother you are and how sometimes it is not about being the “perfect” mother, but rather being the “good enough” mother that makes all the difference. After all, maintaining isolation during the postpartum period can increase the chance of postpartum depression. The development and maintaining of social relationships during this vulnerable time can serve as your emotional outlet and increase your overall sense of well-being”, writes Stepahnie Swift, LMHC and a mom.

🤗 Join our supportive, welcoming, friendly and fun community of parents with newborns. We share our experiences, listen to each other, discuss topics in infant development and maternal/parental postpartum wellbeing, play, sing and dance with our little ones.

📆 New series of classes start on January 7, 2025

🚸 Visit the link in our profile or go to www.butterflycenter.org to register.

01/03/2025

The Butterfly Center Newborn Parenting Classes start next week!

There is still time to sign up for the January-March 2025 series or www.butterflycenter.org

Discover a world of magical activities designed to stimulate your baby’s development and create unforgettable bonding moments. From music and lights to textures and movement, each class is a fun-filled adventure for babies from birth to 12 months.

“The more we get together, the happier we’ll be!”

01/02/2025

We are incredibly grateful to all the families who share the first steps on their parenting journey with the Butterfly Center community. Thank you for trusting us to be by your side during these very special moments in your lives.

We appreciate the kind words parents share about their experience :

“The Baby and Me classes offered at the Butterfly Center are my #1 recommendation to new moms local to the Ventura/LA County area. Rina is such a wealth of knowledge and I appreciate her natural/holistic approach. These classes helped me learn how to get out of the house with a new baby, how to foster her growth and development, and creative ways to keep her engaged. Not only did I learn a ton as a new parent, but I am now part of a community of moms with babies the same age. I can’t recommend Rina’s classes enough!”
L.R.

01/01/2025

Hi there 🤗 Have you heard about THE BUTTERFLY CENTER?

• Want to engage your baby with fun activities while meeting other local parents with their little ones?
• Looking to boost your baby’s development?
• Seeking trustworthy parenting guidance and education?
• Interested in bonding with your baby?
Want to make new mom/dad friends?
• Need activities for babies from birth - 12 months?

🦋SIGN UP TODAY for one of our classes and workshops or www.butterflycenter.org

We can’t wait to meet you!

12/31/2024

📣 Calling all expectant and newborn families in the Conejo Valley!
We are super excited to be hosting a doctoral capstone project designed just for you!

WHAT: Families Glow and Grow
4 week program

WHEN: 1/13/25 - 2/3/25
Mondays, 10:00-11:30 am

WHERE: Oak Park Community Center

HOW TO REGISTER: or www.butterflycenter.org

This program is part of a capstone project designed by Hayley Foo, an occupational therapy doctoral student at West Coast University. She focuses on developing a wellness program for postpartum mothers that supports their mental health, physical well-being, and parenting skills.

Through workshops, group sessions, and professional guidance, the program provides mothers with essential tools to navigate the challenges of the postpartum period. The benefits of this program include:

✅ Enhanced mental well-being through mindfulness, stress management, and emotional support resources.
✅ Increased confidence in parenting by providing practical tools and knowledge for new mothers.
✅ Stronger social connections through a supportive community of mothers sharing similar experiences.
✅ Access to professional resources to guide postpartum recovery and self-care.
✅ Improved overall wellness by promoting a balanced approach to physical and emotional health.

Address

1000 Kanan Road
Oak Park, CA
91377

Telephone

+18185846414

Website

http://www.butterflycenter.org/

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