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SUMMARY:Baby Steps - Forest Therapy for Newborns or Infants and their Caregiver
DESCRIPTION:Join Giulia\, a mother\, artist\, and certified Nature and Forest Therapy Guide in a series of low-key\, restorative Forest Therapy events\, as we witness the land waking up from winter! \nIt can feel hard to leave the house when sleep isn’t good or your baby is fussy. These sessions are tailored to the needs of new parents or caregivers and babies\, and all are welcome. \nForest Therapy originated in Japan in the 80s. Today it is practiced all around the world and studies show the incredible benefits of regular\, intentional sessions with nature\, which include lower blood pressure and stress levels\, relief of depressive states\, and increased sense of wellbeing. \nWhat to expect: \n\nGentle\, flexible invitations to inspire you and your baby to engage with the natural world and each other\nMoments of optional sharing as a group\nBreastfeeding and chestfeeding welcome\nWashroom with changing table available\nBring a blanket\, baby carrier for naps and comfort\, and all your baby gear and food\, plus weather appropriate clothes for you and baby.\n\nDisclaimer: This is not group therapy and Giulia is not a trained psychotherapist. The Forest is the Therapist\, the Guide opens the door. \nMaximum 20 adults with a child up to 1 year of age. \nFee: $50 (plus HST) per person if you register by the early bird deadline of April 16\, 2026. After April 16 the fee is $60 plus HST. Registration is for all 5 sessions. \n 
URL:https://news.uoguelph.ca/event/baby-steps-forest-therapy-for-newborns-or-infants-and-their-caregiver/2026-05-01/
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SUMMARY:Baby Steps - Forest Therapy for Newborns or Infants and their Caregiver
DESCRIPTION:Join Giulia\, a mother\, artist\, and certified Nature and Forest Therapy Guide in a series of low-key\, restorative Forest Therapy events\, as we witness the land waking up from winter! \nIt can feel hard to leave the house when sleep isn’t good or your baby is fussy. These sessions are tailored to the needs of new parents or caregivers and babies\, and all are welcome. \nForest Therapy originated in Japan in the 80s. Today it is practiced all around the world and studies show the incredible benefits of regular\, intentional sessions with nature\, which include lower blood pressure and stress levels\, relief of depressive states\, and increased sense of wellbeing. \nWhat to expect: \n\nGentle\, flexible invitations to inspire you and your baby to engage with the natural world and each other\nMoments of optional sharing as a group\nBreastfeeding and chestfeeding welcome\nWashroom with changing table available\nBring a blanket\, baby carrier for naps and comfort\, and all your baby gear and food\, plus weather appropriate clothes for you and baby.\n\nDisclaimer: This is not group therapy and Giulia is not a trained psychotherapist. The Forest is the Therapist\, the Guide opens the door. \nMaximum 20 adults with a child up to 1 year of age. \nFee: $50 (plus HST) per person if you register by the early bird deadline of April 16\, 2026. After April 16 the fee is $60 plus HST. Registration is for all 5 sessions. \n 
URL:https://news.uoguelph.ca/event/baby-steps-forest-therapy-for-newborns-or-infants-and-their-caregiver/2026-05-08/
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SUMMARY:Baby Steps - Forest Therapy for Newborns or Infants and their Caregiver
DESCRIPTION:Join Giulia\, a mother\, artist\, and certified Nature and Forest Therapy Guide in a series of low-key\, restorative Forest Therapy events\, as we witness the land waking up from winter! \nIt can feel hard to leave the house when sleep isn’t good or your baby is fussy. These sessions are tailored to the needs of new parents or caregivers and babies\, and all are welcome. \nForest Therapy originated in Japan in the 80s. Today it is practiced all around the world and studies show the incredible benefits of regular\, intentional sessions with nature\, which include lower blood pressure and stress levels\, relief of depressive states\, and increased sense of wellbeing. \nWhat to expect: \n\nGentle\, flexible invitations to inspire you and your baby to engage with the natural world and each other\nMoments of optional sharing as a group\nBreastfeeding and chestfeeding welcome\nWashroom with changing table available\nBring a blanket\, baby carrier for naps and comfort\, and all your baby gear and food\, plus weather appropriate clothes for you and baby.\n\nDisclaimer: This is not group therapy and Giulia is not a trained psychotherapist. The Forest is the Therapist\, the Guide opens the door. \nMaximum 20 adults with a child up to 1 year of age. \nFee: $50 (plus HST) per person if you register by the early bird deadline of April 16\, 2026. After April 16 the fee is $60 plus HST. Registration is for all 5 sessions. \n 
URL:https://news.uoguelph.ca/event/baby-steps-forest-therapy-for-newborns-or-infants-and-their-caregiver/2026-05-15/
LOCATION:Arboretum Centre\, 250 Arboretum Rd\, Guelph\, N1G 2W1\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Baby Steps - Forest Therapy for Newborns or Infants and their Caregiver
DESCRIPTION:Join Giulia\, a mother\, artist\, and certified Nature and Forest Therapy Guide in a series of low-key\, restorative Forest Therapy events\, as we witness the land waking up from winter! \nIt can feel hard to leave the house when sleep isn’t good or your baby is fussy. These sessions are tailored to the needs of new parents or caregivers and babies\, and all are welcome. \nForest Therapy originated in Japan in the 80s. Today it is practiced all around the world and studies show the incredible benefits of regular\, intentional sessions with nature\, which include lower blood pressure and stress levels\, relief of depressive states\, and increased sense of wellbeing. \nWhat to expect: \n\nGentle\, flexible invitations to inspire you and your baby to engage with the natural world and each other\nMoments of optional sharing as a group\nBreastfeeding and chestfeeding welcome\nWashroom with changing table available\nBring a blanket\, baby carrier for naps and comfort\, and all your baby gear and food\, plus weather appropriate clothes for you and baby.\n\nDisclaimer: This is not group therapy and Giulia is not a trained psychotherapist. The Forest is the Therapist\, the Guide opens the door. \nMaximum 20 adults with a child up to 1 year of age. \nFee: $50 (plus HST) per person if you register by the early bird deadline of April 16\, 2026. After April 16 the fee is $60 plus HST. Registration is for all 5 sessions. \n 
URL:https://news.uoguelph.ca/event/baby-steps-forest-therapy-for-newborns-or-infants-and-their-caregiver/2026-05-22/
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SUMMARY:Spring Birdwatching Hike
DESCRIPTION:Spring is in the air—and so are the birds! This is the perfect time to get outside and spot migrating birds as they pass through in their vibrant plumage\, filling the air with song. Join us for a guided birdwatching hike through The Arboretum\, where we’ll explore a variety of habitats in search of both resident and migrating species. Whether you’re an experienced birder or just getting started\, this hike is a great opportunity to sharpen your skills and experience the magic of spring. Binoculars will be provided. \n*Maximum 20 adults. \nFee: $12 (plus HST) per person\, per day. \nThursday\, May 28 OR Friday\, May 29\, 2026
URL:https://news.uoguelph.ca/event/spring-birdwatching-hike/2026-05-28/
LOCATION:Arboretum Centre\, 250 Arboretum Rd\, Guelph\, N1G 2W1\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Unwind Your Mind
DESCRIPTION:Our brain can become more busy (and more negative thoughts intrude) when we are stressed\, tired\, or feeling overwhelmed. \nThis experiential Lunch & Learn session shares a variety of research-based tips and approaches for calming worry\, anxious thoughts\, and a busy brain. \nThe session includes: \n\nstrategies that reboot your brain into a neutral gear\nthe 2 Minute Rule to curb ruminating\n‘soft fascination’ and other mind calming techniques\nhow to decrease brain bombardment from body inputs that activate and perpetuate a racing mind\n\nThis noon hour session with Kathy Somers of the Stress Management & High Performance Clinic\nmeets online from noon to 1 p.m. on Thursday\, May 28. \nWorkshop Fee: \n\n$5 for University of Guelph students (due to a subsidy from U of G Student Health Services)\n$10 for members of United Steelworkers Local 4120 (due to a subsidy from Local 4120)\n$17 for all others\n\nThe Stress Management & High Performance Clinic began in 1978 in the Department of Human Kinetics with Dr. Evelyn Bird’s research on the impact of biofeedback and self-regulation/Non-Sleep Deep Rest techniques on health and performance. When Dr. Bird retired from teaching at the University\, Student Affairs asked the Clinic to continue providing this research-based skills training for interested students\, staff\, faculty\, and community members.
URL:https://news.uoguelph.ca/event/unwind-your-mind/
LOCATION:ONLINE\, Ontario\, Canada
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