Baby Steps - Forest Therapy for Newborns or Infants and their Caregiver
2026-05-15 11:15 - 2026-06-12 12:30, 2026-05-22 11:15 - 2026-06-19 12:30 (America/Toronto) | Arboretum Centre, 250 Arboretum Rd, Guelph, N1G 2W1, Canada
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!
It 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.
Forest 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.
What to expect:

Gentle, flexible invitations to inspire you and your baby to engage with the natural world and each other
Moments of optional sharing as a group
Breastfeeding and chestfeeding welcome
Washroom with changing table available
Bring a blanket, baby carrier for naps and comfort, and all your baby gear and food, plus weather appropriate clothes for you and baby.

Disclaimer: This is not group therapy and Giulia is not a trained psychotherapist. The Forest is the Therapist, the Guide opens the door.
Maximum 20 adults with a child up to 1 year of age.
Fee: $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.
