BabyTime Fall Speakers
2010 Fall BabyTime Show Speakers
Recognized early learning expert, Dr. Robert Titzer, has a grand vision of making the world a better place by allowing children greater opportunities and successes throughout life by developing early reading skills. Robert C. Titzer, Ph.D., an educator and researcher in the field of infant learning and father of two daughters, currently lives in San Diego County in California. After earning his teaching credentials from San Diego State University, he taught in the public schools on Guam and in California. Titzer completed a master of science degree from The Pennsylvania State University and a Ph.D. in Human Performance from Indiana University, where he worked in infant development laboratories conducting theoretically important experiments related to infant learning. Titzer has conducted research in laboratories around the country and he has taught at several universities. Dr. Titzer has become a recognizable expert in the area of infant learning and his work has been published in scientific journals -- including the prestigious Psychological Review. Titzer has given talks about early learning on four continents speaking with thousands of parents around the world. He demonstrates fun learning activities that parents can do with infants and toddlers to stimulate brain development. Dr. Titzer has appeared on thousands of TV programs and networks including SKY TV, Good Morning America, The CBS Early Show, Channel 5 (in the United Kingdom), UTV (in Northern Ireland), The David and Kim Show (in Australia), Canada AM, A Current Affair (in Australia), CNN, MSNBC, Headline News, The Discovery Channel, CBS This Morning, ABC World News Now, Knowledge TV, Real TV, Parenting Principles (on PBS), EXTRA, and The Learning Channel. Titzer has spoken with US Senators and other government officials about the importance of early learning. Dr. Titzer created the Your Baby Can Read! program as well as the Your Baby Can Learn! books. He taught his children to read as babies and his children and other children who have learned with his approach are examples of the success that can be achieved through early learning. Back to TOP
She is also the author – with her daughter Julie – of Body Talk: The Straight Facts on Fitness, Nutrition, and Feeling Great About Yourself and – with John R. Sussman, M.D. – of The Unofficial Guide to Having a Baby and Trying Again: A Guide to Pregnancy After Miscarriage, Stillbirth, and Infant Loss. Ann has contributed essays to a number of highly respected anthologies about motherhood, including Shari MacDonald Strong's The Maternal is Political, Andrea Buchanan's It's a Girl, May Friedman and Shana Calixte's Mothering and Blogging: The Radical Act of the Mommy Blog, and Kyra Anderson and Vicki Forman's Gravity Pulls You In. Ann is a columnist for ParentCentral.ca, Yahoo! Canada, Conceive Magazine, and CBC-TV affiliate station CHEX-TV. Ann is frequently quoted in the print, broadcast, and online media and speaks at health, parenting, work-life, and motherhood conferences on topics ranging from the journey to parenthood to mothers and blogging. Ann is a member of the National Advisory Board for Invest in Kids' The Parenting Project and she serves on the Board of Directors of the Peterborough Victoria and Haliburton YWCA. You can find out more about Ann at www.anndouglas.ca. The Dirt on Discipline and Other Secrets to Successful Parenting You swore you'd never end up with one of those kids – the kid who wriggles out of his booster seat in restaurants and steals toys from other kids at kids at daycare – but now that you're the parent of a toddler or preschooler, you're discovering that discipline isn't quite as easy as you thought it would be before you became a parent. In this fun and fast-paced presentation, bestselling author Ann Douglas (The Mother of All Toddler Books) shares discipline techniques that are both parent-proven and child-friendly while addressing your toughest questions about life in the toddler trenches. Less Stress, More Fun: The Secrets of Calm and Confident Parents We all have a friend who could be the poster mom or poster dad for parenting serenity. Nothing seems to rattle them. And as for the rest of us? We survive on adrenaline and caffeine. In this presentation, bestselling author Ann Douglas (The Mother of All Parenting Books) offers strategies for zapping stress and having more fun as a family, regardless of your schedule or budget. Her engaging mix of stories and practical strategies make this a can't-miss BabyTime event.Back to TOP
As a dynamic and outgoing speaker on health and wellness, Dr. Shulman's client list includes companies such as Nike, Nesbitt Burns, Cadbury, and The National Post. She is currently the vice-president of nutrition for Truestar Health and is a proud spokesperson for Genuine Health supplements. As a mom dedicated to pediatric healthcare from an early age, she is also head nutritionist of Sweetpea Baby Food - a line of top quality, frozen organic baby food. Dr. Joey Shulman is also proud to be the lead nutritional consultant for Stonemill Bakehouse - a family bakery with over 100 years of experience in making whole grain, high quality bread. Dr. Shulman graduated from the Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College and went on to become a registered nutritionist. Her passion and dedication for integrative medicine and high quality research is a key focus in her career. Her approach to health and wellness combines science based nutritional recommendations and applications with a holistic/whole body approach. She currently resides in Toronto with her husband, young son and daughter.Back to TOP
Sleep Samantha Montpetit-Huynh, CPTN-CPT, PFS, NWS, RAB Core, will discuss the benefits and risks of exercising during pregnancy. What exercises are considered safe and what to avoid. Myths and trimester by trimester guidelines will also be reviewed. Christine Hanlan, RHN, NNCP, will discuss what every pregnancy needs in regards to supporting a healthy growing fetus through proper nutrition. What foods to avoid and how to minimize nausea, constipation and control a healthy weight gain. Everything you wanted to know about exercise & nutrition during the postpartum period – Part 2 Samantha Montpetit-Huynh, CPTN-CPT, PFS, NWS, RAB Core, will discuss when it is safe to resume exercise after delivery. What exercises to avoid and what to watch out for. Are you doing too much too soon? She will also review what the real cause of the Mummy Tummy is and what you can do about it.
"Learn to Rescue your baby in 60 seconds!" Choking + CPR workshop When 8-years old Kavita jumped in the pool to save her cousin, her journey as a First Aider began and her future revealed itself. As a Lifeguard and Swim Instructor, Kavita's philosophy was "think prevention and be prepared". Now as an Authorized Canadian Red Cross First Aid Instructor, Certified Kinesiologist and Certified Car Seat Technician, Kavita passionately trains parents, health care professionals and companies become confident first aid rescuers and helps them create safer homes and workplaces! Her diverse expertise allows her to deliver an informative, credible and enriching workshop. Since 1992, Kavita (with her company, 2HEALTH) has inspired thousands of participants in workshops, classes and conferences to be prevention-focused and better prepared in a first aid emergency. Kavita's contagious enthusiasm for children's safety and her interactive teaching style makes her approachable and likeable to her participants. Her trademark question is: "In an emergency, will you be calm and rescue someone effectively in 60 seconds? If not, then you need first aid training or re-training. CAR SEATS! Make it simple and install it right! Most parents don't know what they don't know. Having installed hundreds of seats, Kavita can answer almost any question about car seat safety. Come by the 2HEALTH booth and have your questions concerns answered and feel relaxed about car seats! email your questions to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it Back to TOP Speaker Information will be updated regularly.Back to TOP |
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