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Andreea Aciu Photography

Andreea Aciu Photography: Maternity, Birth photography, Newborn, Christening , Family session, Smash the cake etc. A good photographer is known for his passion and pleasure to do his work. It fascinates the diversity and the idea of turning key moments of people’s life into art. A complete album means instant snapshots that capture stolen looks, momentary reactions, and classic, refined, discussed, and scheduled pictures As an experienced Photographer , I’ve photographed a wide variety of events, all in search of special moments. The perfect day begins with you, your originality, taste, and style witch will inspire everything I do.

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Anna Lyssiotou, Licensed Counseling Psychologist

  Bilingual in Greek and English. Anna Lyssiotou was trained as a Counseling Psychologist in the U.S.A. Her areas of focus and experience include: subfertility and support for couples undergoing fertility treatments, psychological issues in pregnancy as well as negative outcomes (such as miscarriage and stillbirth), psychological preparation for birth and processing traumatic birth experiences, preparation for the postnatal period and management of postnatal depression, and parenting with a focus on attachment. In addition, Anna has special interest in anxiety disorders, LBGT issues, and women’s rights issues. She has collaborated with ISIS clinic and holds a private practice in Strovolos. Contact: 99677856, alyssiotou@gmail.com

Anna Petridis – Pre & Postnatal fitness and nutrition

Anna Petridis is a personal trainer and health coach specializing in exercise during pregnancy, afterbirth recovery, and returning to exercise routine. She is also a member of the Littlespoons program, an initiative of the non-profit organization “Learn Nutrition,” which aims to support children and their families to develop essential nutritional skills. She is a mother of two; therefore, she can understand and help with the new mother’s difficulties regarding fitness and nutrition. Anna offers personal training services at home and in studios and small classes for pregnant women, new moms who need recovery, and busy moms who want to fit some exercise into their schedules. She also offers nutrition advice for the whole family. For contact (Greek and English): 99910675, Facebook: @coachannapetridi

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Archbishop Makarios lll Hospital (ABM lll), Nicosia

Birth preparation classes are offered in this public hospital by the midwives every Thursday in Greek for free. Contact person is Natasa or Stella 22405139. Location: Korytsas 6 Akropoleos & Korytsas Corner Strovolos, Nicosia City 1066

Location: Nicosia
Related to: birth, pregnancy

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Art Therapy

My name is Christa Kamenou, I am an art psychotherapist. I have worked in the private sector for the last 11 years offering art psychotherapy to groups and individuals with a variety of issues, like low self esteem, stress, interpersonal difficulties, substance abuse, learning dificulties, depression and anxiety, traumatic or difficult experiences and a general need of psychological self improvement. I have cooparated with the Mental Helth Services, the Association for Prevention and Handling of Violence in the Family – SPAVO, the Ministry of Education offering art therapy interventions to schools, and with the Nea Eleousa Institution. I am also a clinical supervisor to other professionals. I offer art psychotherapy sessions to individuals who need a creative way of emotional and psychological support in the issues that concern them. In the sessions the individuals can explore their concerns by mentalization, creativity and talking in a safe and trusted environment. New parents, pregnant women and women who are trying to conceive can benefit greatly as they are given the chance to share, create and explore together issues that might be hardRead More

Bioenergy by Dr. Cesar Daoud

Whether you seek assistance overcoming fertility obstacles (for both female and male), supplementing an IVF or IUI cycle, supporting a pregnancy or  post-pregnancy, eliminating chronic pain,  or treating a particular medical condition; Dr Cesar Daoud goes beyond symptoms to treat dysfunction at its source. With more than 16 years of experience, Dr Cesar Daoud has developed unique and personalized treatments where both, patient and therapist participate actively, with the mutual intention to restore body self-healing. Passionate about helping women achieve optimal pregnancy journey and optimal health; he dedicates his time, skills and expertise to Fertility & Women’s Health, Assisting Reproductive & Pregnancy Support, Pain Management, Body & Emotions. Dr. Cesar Daoud is a French/Lebanese Doctor in Acupuncture & Chinese Medicine, Physical Therapy, and Posturology.  Founder & Integrative Health Practitioner behind bioenergy, he is a Member of Acupuncture Cyprus Association. You can find Dr. Cesar Daoud on social media: https://www.facebook.com/bebioenergy/ https://www.instagram.com/bebioenergy

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Boubouki Kindergarten

Boubouki Kindergarten is located in Strovolos Nicosia since 1979. Our school is fun, safe and instructive. We adjust our educational activities according to each child.In the years of infancy and pre-school age (0-6 years old) our most important goal is the all-round development of children (emotionally, mentally, socially and personally). We see school as the extension of the child’s family at these ages and we believe that every child has the right to love, equal opportunities and personal empowerment. Nicosia, Strovolos Telephone number 22427944 Facebook page

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Breastfeeding Counsellor Maria Leonidou

I AM – a Breastfeeding Counsellor offering quality lactation support consultations and education. – a mother of three, who understands the significant role that mother-to-mother support plays in women’s overall success and satisfaction with breastfeeding. I BELIEVE – that mothers and babies were created to breastfeed! – that mothers who have education and support in their breastfeeding journey feel more encouraged in the process. I OFFER: private and group prenatal breastfeeding education; clinic visits at birth and after birth; at-home breastfeeding consultations focusing on helping you meet your breastfeeding goals; a deep belief that you, as a mother, are capable of amazing things! You can contact me on 99512015 or on Facebook @thilasmoscy

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Butterfly Circle

Το Butterfly Circle είναι ένα ολοκληρωμένο κέντρο συμβουλευτικής υποστήριξης που αφορά τη γυναίκα και τη σχέση της με τη μητρότητα. Τη περίοδο δηλαδή πριν μείνει έγκυος, τη περίοδο της εγκυμοσύνης και τη περίοδο μετά (λοχεία). Το κέντρο προσφέρει χώρο και χρόνο στις γυναίκες, να εκφράσουν τον εαυτό τους και αυτά που νιώθουν, μέσα από ατομικές και ομαδικές συνεδρίες. Δίνοντας τα κατάλληλα εφόδια σε αυτές να αναπτύξουν την αυτογνωσία τους, τις δεξιότητες τους και τα θέλω τους έτσι ώστε να μπορούν να πορεύονται στη ζωή τους και να είναι σε θέση να αντιμετωπίζουν τα αρνητικά συναισθήματα.  Ενδεικτικά θέματα των συναντήσεων: (α) αντίληψη της εγκύου για την εγκυμοσύνη (ετοιμότητα) (β) η στάση της προς τις αλλαγές που επέρχονται στο σώμα της  (γ) η σχέση με το σύντροφο της  (δ) διαχείριση των αρνητικών συναισθημάτων (ε)  η σχέση με άλλα μέλη της οικογένειας (γονείς, γονείς του/της συντρόφου, αδέλφια, άλλα      παιδιά) (ζ) μετάβαση στη γονεϊκότητα   Contact details:  Email: circle@butterfly-circle.com Tel. 99054054 Facebook page: www.facebook.com/counselorbutterflycircle/ Instagram: butterfly.circle 

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Buzzy ice and vibration solution for children and adults with fear of needles

Buzzy, is a drug free solution combining Ice and Vibration, for people of any age, with fear or Pain of needles. Suitable for professionals, for mothers on pregnancy or not that under any treatmnet and using needles, kids, also for people with chronic diseases on treatment. Below a short description for you: Buzzy® is a non-drug solution for both children and adults with fear of needles and pain during a needle injection. It is a vibrating device combined with ice pack that decrease sharp pain when placed near the injection point. Buzzy® which based on the Gate Control theory principles, uses natural pain relief by confusing your body’s own nerves, thereby dulling or eliminating sharp pain. Buzzy® creates a distraction away from the injection site, resulting in reduction or complete elimination of needle pain, pain from medication or itching.   Buzzy® is used to improve patient comfort and patient satisfaction. It is FDA approved and CE certified.  Buzzy is available as a Healthcare grade product for professionals also as a Personal series for personal use. Contacts: mobile +357 99520645 email: sales@nevroimpulse.com

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Center of Systemic Counselling ‘Logo Psixis’ (Λόγω Ψυχής) (Psychologist)

Andri Christoudia Gumuskut was born in Nicosia. She is a Psychologist trained in  Systemic  Family Psychotherapy and the owner of Center of Systemic Counselling ‘Logo Psixis’ (Λόγω Ψυχής). She is a Certified Parents Trainer based on the Parents Effectiveness Training Model of Dr. Thomas Gordon and a Certified Group Facilitator (NOCN)and works with groups  if adults, parents and children in Nicosia, Larnaca and Limassol. She had also been extensively trained in the Group Therapy  Method of the Systemic Sculpture and runs adult therapy groups in both Greek and English. She   offers counselling and psychotherapy services to individuals, couples, families and groups. She cooperates with a number of organizations such as Pediheart Cyprus, Birth Forward, Cyprus Volunteer’s Association, Cyprus Antireumatism Association and the Cultural Centre Κόσμος Χωρίς Σύνορα.  She is a member of the Volunteers Association for more than 20 years and had been trained and offered consultation on the line 1440 of the Association against the Prevention of Violence in the Family. Αndri has been conducting  support groups for parents  for various organisations  and is now running the monthly greekRead More

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Christine Kylilis Acupuncturist / Herbalist

Christine Kylilis is an acupuncturist and Chinese herbalist. She graduated from her joint bachelors degree in traditional Chinese medicine from Middlesex University and Beijing University of Chinese medicine, and received her postgraduate degree in Chinese herbal medicine from the University of Westminster. Throughout her studies she has trained in several leading acupuncture and Chinese medicine clinics in both London and Beijing. Christine currently runs a general practice in Limassol with a special focus on fertility. Her unique approach to fertility support incorporates research-based treatment protocols with traditional Chinese medicine. Using herbs, acupuncture, nutrition and lifestyle advice, she offers a wide range of customized treatment programmes to help increase the chance of a natural pregnancy and provides supportive care for those undergoing assisted reproduction. W: herbsandacupuncture.weebly.com F: facebook.com/herbsandacupuncturecy

Location: Limassol
Related to: Fertility, pre-conception, subfertility

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Creative Lifeways Ayuveda – women’s yoga, natural therapies and some cooking…

Creative Lifeways Ayurveda offers Yoga and Ayurveda classes specializing in Fertility Yoga #yogaforfertility in Nicosia. Whether you are trying to conceive naturally or through assisted processes we can support you. We also offer massage treatments to enhance fertility, reduce period pain, balance hormones, pregnancy massage including for relaxation. Our nutritional and holistic lifestyle workshops focus on fertility, hormonal balance, pregnancy, and post-natal recovery. For more information click here: www.creativelifewaysayurveda.com

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Cypriot Breastfeeding Association – Gift for Life

The Cyprus Breastfeeding Association “Gift for Life” was founded in 2009 by pediatricians, parents and supporters of breastfeeding and as an evolution of the Nicosia Breastfeeding Support Group. Its aim is to promote breastfeeding to future parents and to support them after their baby is born. The association holds monthly meetings and seminars in most cities in Cyprus. It also provides a free helpline: 8000 6262 (mama).

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Dobem Zehra Ayça Aysen

do & bem Founded in 2015 in Nicosia (in the North) to change the negative beliefs of the birth of the parents before and after the birth, to prepare them for their birth and their babies. We give the birth preparation training and breastfeeding and baby care training, in compatible line with Lamaze International, Active Birth and HypnoBirthing training system to the international standards. With the services of Pre & Perinatal Birth Therapy and Doula (birth support) services, we are proud of preparing them for this process by supporting every process of the family. Zehra Ayça Aysen was born in Nicosia 1st of August 1985. In 2009, she graduated from Near East University, , Faculty of Arts and Sciences , Department of Psychology and during her undergraduate studies he worked voluntarily at different child-development and rehabilitation centers and took part in trainings to support family informants and in-house trainings. After completing the graduate program of the Near East University Clinical Psychology Department in 2012, she established the Personal Development & Psychotherapy Center. Here she still continues to work about; IndividualRead More

Location: Famagusta, Keryneia, Nicosia
Related to: Doula, birth, parenting, pregnancy

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Doula Jaala Seifipour

I am a mother of 2, a lover of the outdoors and passionate about everything related to birth. I am a DONA trained Doula, working towards my certification. My mission as a doula is to support, encourage and empower expectant mothers before, during and after birth. Birth is a magical experience and one that is often feared. My hope is that by preparing mothers both physically, mentally and emotionally for the big day, that more magical experiences and fearless memories can be created. If you are interested in learning more about my doula services, you may email me at doula.jaala@gmail.com or give me a call 99 64 7734. Can’t wait to support you on this beautiful journey!

Location: Larnaca, Nicosia
Related to: Doula, birth, pregnancy

Dr Eline Pedersen. Doctor of Chiropractic.

Dr Eline Pedersen Doctor of Chiropractic Honoris Cause Doctorate of Humanity” specializing in Leadership (AUGP) Initiator and President of NGO “Birth Forward” Dr Eline Pedersen fundamentally believes in nature’s way of adapting to every aspect of life. As a wellness family chiropractor she studies what she has named the individual’s “HQ” or ‘Health Quotient”. The “Health Quotient” is a measure of an individual’s adaptive state of health, based on their physical, emotional and chemical wellbeing, within the individual’s epigenetic and environmental context. This fits perfectly with the philosophy of chiropractic – that healing is an innate action, which happens from within and that the body is a self-healing organism. Having this in mind, and studying the work of Dr Michel Odent, where he concludes that the most critical time in life affecting our physical and mental health, is the moment of birth, Eline passionately devoted her work and personal life,on making a human being’s birth time the beginning of a well lived healthy lifetime, close to the way nature intended it to be. She believes we have the responsibility toRead More

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Dr. Brown’s Cyprus

Αν είστε νέα ή υποψήφια μαμά ή μπαμπάς που θέλει το καλύτερο για το νεογέννητο μωρό του, έχετε πάρα πολλούς λόγους να εμπιστευθείτε τα προϊόντα Dr. Brown’s! Η σειρά Dr. Brown’s, μέσα από μία ολοκληρωμένη γκάμα προϊόντων, αξεσουάρ και πρωτοποριακών ειδών βρεφανάπτυξης προωθούν την καλή υγεία και την σωστή διατροφή του μικρού σας από τους πρώτους μήνες της γέννησης του! Tα μπιμπερό Dr. Brown’s έχουν την αποκλειστική καινοτομία του συστήματος φυσικής ροής, που εξουδετερώνει τις αρνητικές πιέσεις στο εσωτερικό του μπουκαλιού, οι οποίες μπορεί να προκαλέσουν προβλήματα στην υγεία του μωρού σας. Tα μπιμπερό ανταποκρίνονται πλήρως στις ιδιαίτερες ανάγκες των βρεφών, αφού έχουν σχεδιαστεί από παιδίατρους σε συνεργασία με άλλους επιστήμονες υγείας. Τα προϊόντα Dr. Brown’s σάς βοηθούν να μεγαλώσετε γερά και χαρούμενα μωρά, χωρίς άγχος και προβλήματα, χαρίζοντάς σας μοναδικές στιγμές οικογενειακής ευτυχίας, μαζί με την ηρεμία που σας είναι απαραίτητη τους πρώτους μήνες της νέας σας ζωής με το παιδί σας! Επειδή η καλύτερη βρεφική φροντίδα είναι στη φύση μας! Dr. Brown’s focus has always been to create innovative feeding products to promote good health and optimal nutritionRead More

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Earth Spa and Wellness Center: Pregnancy Pilates

Pregnancy treatments and massage packages are among Earth spas signature treatments! Packages include weekly treatments that are designed to relieve mother from pregnancy symptoms and help a smooth baby development.  These treatments include reflexology, general and pelvic lymphatic drainage, abdominal toning, back and neck treatment, sciatic treatment. Earth Spa and Wellness Center officially opened its doors in May 2010 in the Makenzy Area and brought a breath of fresh air to the town of Larnaka. With friendly and highly specialized staff as well as state of the art equipment, Earth spa is offering a large variety of treatments for the face and body, as well as beauty and hair treatments. The Spa’s main philosophy and goal is not only outer beauty but also the rejuvenation and relaxation of all senses, including mind and spirit. At the same time Earth Spa offers Pilates and Gyrotonic sessions, either private or group. There are also special packages for couples, pregnancy, friends, hens parties, wedding packages, birthday parties, and many more, in the specially designed rooms of the Spa. Special seminars regarding the mindRead More

Location: Larnaca
Related to: pregnancy

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Elena Borys – Parenting at the Breast

Holistic family-oriented approach to “Parenting at the Breast” as a natural norm for children upbringing Breastfeeding specialist with Russia-based education and clinical experience in Saint Petersburg state maternity clinics Member of professional breastfeeding societies, participant of international seminars and advanced trainings in the field of human lactation and hands-on breastfeeding practices. I never stop learning! Owner and admin of breastfeeding support group Milky Island – грудное вскармливание на Кипре. Mother of two boys with accumulated personal breastfeeding journey of over 5 years, successfully combining breastfeeding with studies, office work, demanding managerial projects, evening social commitments, consultancy practice, cross-boarder family relocations, active lifestyle and family traveling. You can make your «Parenting at the Breast» not only painless but also mobile and convenient! Providing support in Russian, Ukrainian, Greek, English, Spanish and Portuguese languages. If you don’t have enough milk, you have too much milk, your breasts hurt, your baby refuses the breast, your baby is fussy, your child doesn’t eat solids, you want to reintegrate into professional life and keep nursing, you want to avoid unnecessary stress while weaning or simplyRead More

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Euforia Wellness Center

ο Euforia Wellness Center είναι ένα εξειδικευμένο Κέντρο Συμπληρωματικής Θεραπευτικής και Μαιευτικής Συμβουλευτικής. Λειτουργώντας σε δύο κατευθύνσεις το κέντρο μας έχει σκοπό να προσφέρει σε πρώτο άξονα μια συμπληρωματική μέθοδο θεραπείας σε διάφορα προβλήματα υγείας αλλά και μια μέθοδο χαλάρωσης από την καθημερινότητα και το στρες. Στο κέντρο μας συνδυάζουμε την αρχαία σοφία και τη δύναμη της φύσης μαζί με την σύγχρονη επιστημονική έρευνα και τεκμηρίωση. Προσφέρονται υπηρεσίες • θεραπευτικού και χαλαρωτικού μασάζ με αιθέρια έλαια. Η κάθε θεραπεία είναι εξατομικευμένη και δίνεται μετά από προσεκτική λήψη του ιατρικού σας ιστορικού • θεραπείες σώματος όπως αποτοξίνωση, ενυδάτωση, καταπολέμηση κυτταρίτιδας • θεραπείες προσώπου με φυσικά προϊόντα και αιθέρια έλαια • Ενεργειακή θεραπεία Ρέικι Κοντά μας θα βρείτε και τα προϊόντα της γνωστής ελληνικής εταιρίας Vitamelia που περιλαμβάνουν συμπληρώματα διατροφής, προϊόντα φροντίδας προσώπου και σώματος καθώς και οικολογικά καθαριστικά. Euforia Maternity Προσφέρονται μαθήματα προετοιμασίας τοκετού τα οποία είναι μια σειρά προσωπικών ή ομαδικών συνεδριών που έχουν σκοπό να προετοιμάσουν το ζευγάρι για την εγκυμοσύνη , τον τοκετό, τον θηλασμό, την περίοδο της λοχείας καθώς και τη φροντίδα του βρέφους. Μασάζ εγκύου ΤοRead More

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Filotokos

Filotokos is an NGO based in Limassol founded by local midwives which support natural birth and offer psychoprophylaxis, a method of preparing women for childbirth without anesthetic, by means of education, psychological and physical conditioning, and breathing exercises. Contact: 96 847893

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Grace Rajeh Midwife

Grace is a Midwife since 2007 with a European experience and certification, holding an Executive Master’s degree in Health Management and founder of Belnaissance perinatal care, Trilingual -Arabic-French and English, practicing in Nicosia region. Living her passion in the world of perinatality, ready to support you during your childbirth journey. Grace being a mother of three and having accompanied hundreds of expecting couples, will be able through her developed approach to empower you and help you transforming concerns and fears into an energetic positive boost of emotions!  Welcoming your child into the world in a warmheartedness cocoon. She believes that every couple need to be informed about childbirth and she adopts a say of Dr. Odent: “to change the world we must first change the way babies are being born”. Services: Haptonomy Childbirth preparation Rebozo care & techniques Breastfeeding Education Pre and postnatal Care and support Pre & postnatal massage Pelvic floor rehabilitation Postnatal care & support  Email: belnaissance@gmail.com Instagram https://www.instagram.com/belnaissance/ Phone :+357 97 844025

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Hold and Play (Parent Support)

Two Play Therapists, one dream. Having both graduated with Psychology degrees we met several years later during our Play Therapy postgraduate studies. Our growing passion to work with and empower parents led to the birth of this beautiful partnership. In 2018 we completed our training as ‘Attachment Play Practitioners’ and two years later Hold and Play was born. We currently offer ‘Holding Minds’ our prenatal programme and ‘Building Bonds’ our programme for parents/carers and babies to join together. We also offer 1:1 or small group ‘parent support’ where you can bring us any of your concerns to enable us to support you in being the best version of yourself as a parent. Explore the world of play as a way to bond and nurture your relationship with your children. Our bespoke programmes are based on the latest evidence in attachment theory to support you as parents/ carers through these chapters of parenthood. If you’re feeling overwhelmed by the massive amounts of conflicting information out there or maybe just feeling a little alone on this journey, then come and join usRead More

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Holistic Nutritionist Barbara Karafokas

Barbara Karafokas MSc, is a qualified holistic nutritionist and a Health, Nutrition and Wellness Consultant. She loves to teach others about healthy eating and living. Barbara offers nutritional counseling on many topics such as  infertility, pre-conception, pregnancy, breastfeeding, weaning babies, fussy eaters(toddlers), kids and teens. She will guide and advise you, how best you may nourish yourself and your family. She is also the author of ‘The Med Life Diet – 12 Essential Steps to Creating Healthy Eating and Healthy Lifestyle Habits & Attitudes for Life”.  E-mail:      barbara@barbarakarafokas.com Tel:            + 357 99 682327

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Hypnobirthing and Birth Preparation Classes

We are Maria and Zoe and the idea for About Little Humans came about after we both practised hypnobirthing during our pregnancy and birth. We have trained and obtained a diploma in teaching hypnobirthing which is recognised by the Royal College of Midwives in the UK. We have put together a fully comprehensive online antenatal course called ‘Birth Ready’ that will fully prepare parents for their little one’s birth. We have gathered the information found in the pack through different sources (such as articles, medical sources, statistical studies, books and training) and have put it in this unique format in a series of videos for easy access. A few of the many topics that are included in the pack are: birth options, how to create a birth plan, we explain how the mum’s body works during labour and we cover everything about hypnobirthing. The Birth Ready pack’s goal is not only to educate parents but to make them feel positive about the birth of their baby and look forward to it. There is a whole chapter dedicated to childbirth partnersRead More

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Related to: birth

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Kidsperience Preschool

Kidsperience Preschool, which accepts children from ages 2-5 years old, is an English speaking Nursery following the British National Curriculum, providing its students with Greek and Russian sessions in addition, encouraging multilingualism. The school uses a progressive, holistic approach to learning, creating a balance between preparing the children for academic life but also life itself and encouraging healthy habits from a young age. The Kidsperience approach aims to give children the opportunity to develop skills that will allow them to thrive in any environment. Creating a sense of community is a major value in Kidsperience’s philosophy – the school also offers workshops and seminars to parents and guardians in order to provide support and professional advice on common parenting topics. as well as assisting in developing skills useful in the upbringing of children. Facebook Page

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Life Centre Yoga

My name is Elina Pavlides, I’m a Registered Yoga Teacher with Yoga Alliance. I’m the founder of Life Centre, a yoga centre in Nicosia, which has been offering quality yoga classes for the last 12 years. I offer Private Yoga sessions both On-line or In-Person in English and Greek. Pregnancy Yoga (Exercises according to stage of pregnancy to accommodate the growing fetus, Breathing, Yoga for Labour , Relaxation, Advice) Baby Yoga and Massage (Basic Baby massage, Stretching, Baby holds, Swings, Relaxation with Baby) Postnatal Yoga (Exercises to close the body after pregnancy, Breathing, Relaxation, Advice) I’m glad to have helped so many women relax and energise during their pregnancy. I’m honoured to have worked with many parents and babies for Postnatal Yoga and Baby Yoga and Massage. I have a diploma  in Yoga Therapy from Yoga Campus, UK and from the International Sivananda Yoga Centres. I qualified as a certified instructor for Pregnancy and Postnatal Yoga, Baby Yoga and Massage with Birthlight, a leading training centre for perinatal yoga and babies in the UK. You may contact me at: 96288941Read More

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Lisa Gargaro Sleep Co

I’m Lisa Gargaro, a holistic baby and child sleep consultant, based in Paphos, Cyprus. I help exhausted and overwhelmed parents get back to sleep which allows them to parent with confidence all over Cyprus and the UK .  Having had issues with my own children’s sleep which resulted in myself developing Insomnia I turned to find help. having turned to read lots of books, which at the time of sleep deprivation were too complicated in my exhausted mind, eventually, I just got the professional support it needed. Transformation in my family and I was unbelievable. This was when I made the decision to become a sleep consultant. Sleep is taught, not natural. They don’t in most cases grow out of it. what you find is as adults they still continue to have sleeping issues of some kind or another. Sleep is not a luxury or necessity,  it is essential. The only other thing which is needed more by your body is breathing..  Over the last 5 years, I have achieved several certifications in infant and child sleep, phycology, childhood development,Read More

Michelle Scott Orthodoxou Certified Lactation Consultant

I am an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant since 2011.  I’m also a registered nurse trained in the U.S.  I have four sons which has given me seven and a half years of personal breastfeeding experience.  My goals are helping to educate women in breastfeeding, assisting them on learning how to breastfeed, and helping them overcome any problems should they arise.  Breastfeeding is the perfect nutrition for baby and has tremendous health benefits for both mother and baby. I look forward to helping mothers give their babies the best start in life!  I can be contacted by mobile at 99-892387 or by Facebook

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Midwife Tanny Tran

Tanny is a midwife and graduated from City University (London) with a Bachelor in Midwifery in 2010. She trained as a student midwife at the University College London Hospital (UCLH) and was registered with the UK Nursing and Midwifery Council. Tanny teaches antenatal classes covering pregnancy care, labour and birth, postnatal care for mother and newborn, and breastfeeding. She also offers private support and advice services to mothers for breastfeeding and care of newborn babies. Tanny is dedicated and committed about educating and supporting women in their journey in becoming mothers. She is a volunteer member of Birth Forward organization and coordinate the birth experience support groups. Prior to being a midwife, Tanny was a qualified pharmacist and graduated from the School of Pharmacy, University of London in 1993. She also obtained a Diploma in Business Studies from the London School of Economics (LSE) and worked as a hospital and community pharmacist in London. She is a mother of two and currently lives and works in Limassol, Cyprus. For further information and details of her classes, please contact Tanny onRead More

Mind Body Baby Infant and Toddler Wellness

We follow an organic and holistic approach guiding moms through this critical stage in their baby’s life. Mind Body Baby is for parents of infants and toddlers. Its mission is to build a healthy and fun way to communicate with babies from birth to 8 years old – that’s our shared responsibility as caregivers. Early childhood education is important for the development of a healthy mind, and body, We devote ourselves to the health & wellbeing of infants through our educational programs, comprehensive services, and innovative technology. Our Services Include: Water Floataion Swim Aquatics Infant Massage Educational Classes  Special needs hydrotherapy and massage THE FIRST CRUCIAL 1,001 DAYS OF A CHILDS LIFE Address:  28 October street, Kanika Complex, 3106 Enaerios, Limassol 16 John Kennedy Avenue, 1087, Nicosia Contacts: email: info@mindbody.baby Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mindbody.babycy Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mindbody.baby_cyprus/

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MommyBox

As mothers ourselves we know how important it is to care for your body during pregnancy and after giving birth. And it is equally important to use products that are as natural and organic as possible. Pregnancy and birth have a “rollercoaster” effect on our bodies and it takes up to 1 year for our bodies to get back in shape after giving birth. Hormonal imbalance affects our psychology and even causes depression to a great percent of new mothers. The changes in our lives and to our routine can make us feel stressed and anxious. So, it is important to care both for our body and our soul, to remain positive and have a good support system by doctors, friends and family. It is also quite important to feel loved and pampered. That is why we created MommyBox. A gift and subscription box in Cyprus dedicated to new and expecting mommies. A box filled with carefully curated natural and organic products for both mommies and babies to make you feel special. Go on and spoil yourself! You are making a human,Read More

Location: Nicosia
Related to: baby, cosmetics, organic, postnatal, pregnancy

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MY BABY ORGANICS G.A.A.

My Baby Organics G.A.A. is a Cyprus based family business which features an exclusive range of organic clothing for babies and kids up to five years old. We produce our own line of organic cotton clothes and at the same time we offer our customers a variety of baby related products from certified and highly acclaimed organic suppliers. Our mission at My Baby Organics is to create and sell products (worldwide) with a happy and ethical ecological history. Clothes and other baby items that are made with certified organic cotton, grown without harmful pesticides and herbicides. We care for you and your baby the same way we care for the earth and its sources. That’s why we make beautiful things the right way.

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Personal Leadership Coach Christina Demetriades

Christina is an accredited Coach and Mentor at the Master Practitioner level by EMCC Global and a certified Trainer through the European Commission’s Salto programme. She works as a Personal Leadership Coach/Mentor, Trainer, and Coach/Mentor Supervisor. Through her work either 1:1 or in groups, she guides people in developing leadership skills towards personal and professional self-actualization, to succeed in their goals and to enjoy meaning in life. Christina loves supporting people through transitions, whether it is pregnancy, first-time parenthood, a career change or a change in one’s personal life (such as divorce) and empowering them to successfully manage the impact of such great changes. Another area she specializes in is dealing with burnout (whether as a professional or as a parent) and how to achieve work life balance in today’s crises-ridden world. Christina is a recipient of the esteemed EMCC Global Coaching Award (2019), the highest recognition of best practice in coaching globally. A believer in the ability of each of us to lead fulfilling lives, as well as in the power of community, her professional motto is ‘Lead yourRead More

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Plant based cosmetics by Mont Trod

At Mont Trod we are passionate about the power of plant oils and botanical actives to give you a healthy and glowing skin. We have recently launched our Mama and Baby line to provide mamas to be with effective natural skincare that can support them through motherhood. Made 100% pure plant oils, our Mama and Baby lines do not contain any essential oils or fragrances so that it is safe to use by mamas and babies. We also offer a complimentary skincare consultation and we would be delighted to hear from you and answer any questions you may have about skincare during and after pregnancy. Facebook: www.facebook.com/monttrod Instagram: @monttrod Website: www.monttrod.com

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Rafaella Michalidou Certified Parent Coach

Rafaela Michailidou is a Certified Parent Coach – Parent Encourager, and Positive Education Trainer for parents and professionals. She also has a master’s degree in Biomedical Sciences, has attended trainings in developmental psychology and child psychology, and is a member of the Positive Education Organization. As a new mom herself, her goal is, through seminars, experiential workshops, and one-on-one sessions, to help as many parents as possible to build and improve their relationship with their children, using connection and empathy, without shouts and punishments. www.facebook.com/wholesomeparenting1 www.instagram.com/wholesome_parenting www.wholesome-parenting.com https://wholesomeparenting.buzzsprout.com/

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Sleep Included

Certified in holistic sleep coaching and currently training as a postpartum doula and lactation counsellor, Anita supports and empowers parents by offering compassionate, evidence-based support and information that is age and developmentally appropriate.  There is no one-size-fits-all solution. Consultations consider all aspects of the child’s health and daily routine. Sleep solutions are offered that are gentle and protective of the child’s mental health and attachment. Safe co-sleeping and breastfeeding are fully supported.  Anita is fluent in both Greek and English and is available online and in person. A free 30 min introductory call is encouraged prior to booking a consultation.   Website: www.sleepincluded.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/thefamilysleepconsultant Instagram: www.instagram.com/thefamilysleepconsultant

Smile Hypnobirthing

Smile Hypnobirthing is a full antenatal educational program, based on logic, scientific evidence and female intuition. Smile Hypnobirthing empowers the mother so that she always be in charge, while enjoying the miracle of pregnancy and birth. Hypnobirthing mothers give birth in a gentle way, trusting the natural ability of their body to birth. A hypnobirth is usually easier, shorter and comfortable and in many cases even pain-free, and so medical interventions most of the times are avoided or eliminated. Also, hypnobirthing helps the baby to arrive in a smooth and calm way, as nature intended, ready to bond with its mother and settle easily into healthy sleeping and feeding patterns. The main techniques of Smile Hypnobirthing are: self-hypnosis, relaxation techniques, breathings, positive affirmations, energy balance and massage techniques. The benefits of attending a hypnobirthing course are many with the most important being the achievement of a natural, gentle and comfortable birth. Other benefits are: releasing of stress, fear and tension; informed choices; control and confidence during birth; shaping a positive attitude towards pregnancy, birth and life itself! Hypnobirthing is aRead More

Location: Nicosia
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The Centre

Weekly Pregnancy Yoga classes and Monthly Breastfeeding classes.   Birthlight Pregnancy Yoga Course is an internationally acclaimed pregnancy & well woman yoga that strives to enable women to give birth with minimal intervention, whilst acknowledging this may not be possible for all. The early weeks of breastfeeding can be challenging. Come with your baby and receive help and guidance in a relaxing and friendly atmosphere. Sleepy babies, burping, pumping and storing breast milk, and returning to work will be some of the topics discussed. Sharing experiences with other mums will help you gain confidence in breastfeeding.

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The Healing Stars – Play Therapy and Parenting Support

Belina Louvrou is a registered Child and Adolescent Psychotherapist MBACP specializing in Play Therapy and Parenting Support. Belina completed her undergraduate studies in Psychology in Greece and then she moved to London where she completed her postgraduate studies in Child, Adolescent and Family Mental Health. After her master she was trained in Psychotherapy for 4 years specializing in Play Therapy. During her time in London she has worked in primary schools and children’s centers offering Play Therapy and Parenting Support. She is a registered member of BACP (the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy) and she is on the BACP Register of Counsellors and Psychotherapists with a registration number 238718. In 2018, after almost 8 years in London she moved to Limassol where she created The Healing Stars, offering play therapy, parenting support and parenting programmes. The aim is to provide a holistic approach and the mission is to “Support children and families to have emotionally healthy lives”. Belina is bilingual in Greek and English. https://www.thehealingstars.com/ https://www.facebook.com/thehealingstars/ https://www.facebook.com/thehealingstars/

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The Mum & Baby Centre

The Mum & Baby Centre is an educational centre for expectant and new families, with a unique family friendly café, permanently located at the Cyprus State Fair. The centre offers a wide range of services, including: ·       classes & seminars, ranging from baby massage and baby yoga classes to parent/baby workouts, breastfeeding support and antenatal advice. ·       a unique café, with facilities specially designed for families, including a breastfeeding room, a multi-sensory room for baby development, a soft play area for babies younger than 3 years old, a kids’ corner for quiet and creative play for older children, baby changing facilities. ·       baby birthday parties, baby showers & events http://themumandbabycentre.com/ https://www.facebook.com/themumandbabycentre/

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The Positive Birth Group

The Positive Birth Group is based in Paphos, Cyprus but has events and workshops throughout Cyprus.  Specialising in hypnobirthing, which is an antenatal care for women and birth partners to learn techniques and skills they can use to have the calm and tranquil birth of their choice. During the course mums-to-be and birth partners will be fully educated on all stages of pregnancy, birth and post-partum, as well as their choices and rights. The Positive Birth Group will also run support groups, relaxation classes and workshops. The Positive Birth Group want you and your birthing partner to look forward to a positive birthing experience. Contact details:  Email – hello@thepositivebirthgroup.com Tel – 00357 99848522 Links:  Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/thepositivebirthgroup Website – www.thepositivebirthgroup.com Instagram – www.instagram.com/thepositivebirthgroup.com

Vedanta Yoga Centre

Yoga has never been alien to us. We have been doing it since we were a baby! Whether it is the Cat Stretch that strengthens the spine or the Wind-Relieving pose that boosts digestion, you will always find infants doing some form of yoga throughout the day. Yoga can be many things to many people. We are here to support the well-being and personal evolution in body, mind, heart and spirit. Rather than information, women take body memories and awareness to their labour space: this is how yoga is effective. Pregnancy Yoga Every Monday from 18h30 to 19h30 at Vedanta Yoga Centre  and Birthlight Yoga every Sunday from 11h30am to 12h30 Studies have suggested that practicing yoga during pregnancy can improve sleep, reduce stress and anxiety, increase the strength, flexibility and endurance of muscles needed for childbirth. Maria Valvi is a certified Yoga teacher. Birthlight Yoga for Maternity aims to enhance women’s comfort during pregnancy and labour and to reduce the need for medical intervention in childbirth with carefully selected and tested adaptations of yoga. The Vedanta Yoga centre offers a Birthlight Pregnancy YogaRead More

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Veronica – The Babywearing Expert

Meet Veronica “The Babywearing Expert”. I am a mum of four and know the challenges motherhood brings to new and experienced mums alike. You feel overwhelmed, your baby cries a lot, you have another baby who also needs attention, your significant other is feeling neglected, you really need your hands free! Through babywearing you will learn to read your baby’s clues, will manage your daily tasks much easier, will build a life time bond with your baby and learn to enjoy life as a mum!  One of my favorite parts of teaching babywearing is making it simple and easy. You can watch tens of videos. Only few of them will give you a good enough idea of using a particular baby carrier,  but none will consider your life stile, your family situation, your body type and your individual preferences and needs. I love giving mums confidece that what they do is really best for their baby. More than 10 years of practicing and providing professional consultations have proved to me that you are stronger than you think and babywearing willRead More

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Viola Edward Personal and Corporate Advisor

Viola Edward is a co-founder/owner of GRIT Academy and Partner of Creative Women Platform. The Co-creator of the BQ- Breath Intelligence and GRIT Method. Viola also sits on the boards NGO’s and serves as ambassador for Human Rights and for Gender Equity. A multi-awarded personal & corporate advisor, transcultural psychotherapist, business consultant, professional breathwork & mentoring trainer with 30 years of experience “Breath is at the core of every person’s wellbeing”. Viola also specialises in Breath for Recovery, Feminine Energy, Relationships and Family Business. Pioneer in emotional well-being in the workplace since the nineties, bridging the space between breathwork therapy and business management, working internationally in a cross pollination between self-development, management, and leadership. Awards include: – Doctorate Honoris Causa for her humanitarian work and leadership, Aspirational Woman, Outstanding Contribution to Mentoring and the Honorary Mentor. Author of two books: – “Breathing the Rhythm of Success”, “Who Makes the Bed?” and co-author of 13 more.  Viola is a founder member of Birth Forward and their consultant since day one. Contacts: www.gritacademy.co www.violaedward.com www.creativewomen.co WhatsApp +357 99675094 viola@violaedward.com

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Vivilino Modern Cloth Nappies

A little about us…. Two mamas. Former founder and designer behind the Bubakin cloth nappy range, Tamla and marketing whiz and doula, Nicole turned their attention to bring to fruition Cyprus’ first sustainable nappy brand. Designed exclusively for the Mediterranean climate and lifestyle and capturing prints iconic to the island they call home. Five babies in cloth between them, their mission is to support mamas to make the switch, however small. Designed by mother’s using nappies. With all the practicality and function to make a nappy work for you and your baby. With fully supported products and advice in both English and Greek. Facebook: https://facebook.com/vivilinoeu Facebook support group: Cloth Bums for Cyprus https://www.facebook.com/groups/745008166341362 Instagram https://instagram.com/vivilinoeu/ Website: (In English and Greek) https://vivilino.eu

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Women Awakenings Academy

Women Awakenings Academy empowers, supports and educates Women & Couples in their Journeys of FERTILITY, PREGNANCY, BIRTH, and POST-NATAL period. Our private consultations, educational programs and treatments bridge modern science with ancient somatic Taoist and Tantric practices into an integrated mind-body approach and respect to the natural processes. We offer; Birth Doula support, Antenatal education –  ‘Embodied Birthing Course’, Pregnancy relaxation massage, Natural Fertility Consulting, Reproductive Massage, Postnatal Home Support, Birth Recovery massage and Mindful sexuality education for women and couples. LOCATION – Islandwide FACEBOOK – https://web.facebook.com/womenawakeningsacademy/ INSTAGRAM – https://www.instagram.com/dive.into.being/?hl=en Women Awakenings Academy – https://www.womenawakenings.com/ FERTILITY – https://www.womenawakenings.com/natural-fertility PREGNANCY BIRTH  – https://www.womenawakenings.com/pregnancy-antinatal-support POST-NATAL https://www.womenawakenings.com/postnatal-support

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Yoga & Birth (hypnobirthing)

Justyna Wolna is a certified yoga and hypnobirthing teacher.  She has traveled around the world for five years learning and practicing different teaching styles of yoga. Justyna is teaching  well woman, pregnancy, postnatal, mummy baby and kids yoga classes. Her path truly flourished when she got pregnant and felt a deep inner connection to her body and the life inside her. Inspired by ideas of having a calm, relaxed and in control  birth she embarked on another teacher training course in London KG Hypnobirthing. Her purpose is to empower woman to make them believe in their amazing body and mind abilities as a women to conceive, carry and give birth. She is passionate about birth through educating pregnant women and their birth partners how to best prepare themselves for the special time in life in order to be informed and have calm, relaxed birth no matter whether the birthing path will take. Justyna is teaching The WiseHippo Birthing Programme which is a complete antenatal course. She is teaching privately and in yoga studio. For more information please get in touch. https://www.justyogabirth.com/ https://www.facebook.com/JustynaYoga/ justyna.oratis@gmail.com 96903828

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