Coffee & Convos: 2025 Past Events

No one is quite ready for the level of overwhelm that comes from the number of choices and decisions to made while pregnant. Like sitting down with a professional wedding planner - our All Things Birth workshop aims to bring clarity and calm to your journey.

Jan 7: Coffee & Chill

Bring the baby, enjoy a hot cup of coffee and meet moms! There will be no guest speaker today.

Jan 8: Coffee & Chill

Bring the baby, enjoy a hot cup of coffee and meet moms! There will be no guest speaker today.

Jan 14: Digital Device Guidance

Dr. R. Coranne Johnson, Child Psychologist with Helping Children: Child Psychology Services

Dr. Johnson will share the latest research on screen use and offer practical guidance for managing digital devices from toddlers to teens. For further insights, Dr. J recommends The Anxious Generation by Jonathan Haidt.

Jan 15: Coffee & Chill

Bring the baby, enjoy a hot cup of coffee and meet moms! There will be no guest speaker today.

Jan 21: Engaging Baby

Nicole Kluthe, Occupational Therapist & Certified Birth Doula with Woven Blessings Maternal and Pediatric Services

Engaging your baby using the 8 sensory systems.

Jan 22: Speech Milestones

Marnie Paul, Speech-Language Pathologist with Baseline Speech & Language Services Inc.

A discussion of speech and language milestones, when to be concerned, and some strategies to promote first sounds and words.

Jan 28: Mental Health Journey

Iesha, Career Coach at Norquest College and Mom Content Creator with @morethanamamaseries

Iesha will be sharing about why she changed her career and about her mental health journey up until this point of her life.

Jan 29: Phonics & Comprehension

Manpreet Kaur, Literacy Expert and Founder of The Learners Pathway

Manpreet will share practical strategies to help moms foster early literacy, create joyful reading experiences at home, and build strong reading routines from infancy. Together, we’ll explore tips for nurturing essential skills like phonics and comprehension. 

FEBRUARY

Feb 4: Periods and Our Bodies

Chloe Skerlak, Fertility Awareness Educator with Chloe Skerlak

Join Chloe Skerlak for an open and engaging discussion about periods and our bodies, exploring how understanding the menstrual cycle can deepen connection and foster empowerment.

Feb 5: SLP Baby Laptime

Britt Meropoulis, Speech-Language Pathologist with Dream Pediatric Services

Anna, Founder of Mayana & Friends

Inclusion Begins Here: How Families Can Normalize Differences

Feb 18: Baby Sleep

Lisa Caputo, Sleep and Well-Being Specialist and Educator with Little Village Sleep

Specializing in baby-led sleep and attachment theory to help you and your family understand infant sleep's normal and not-so-normal aspects. My goal is to guide you toward achieving the sleep you desire through conscious parenting practices.

Feb 19: Latch & Eating

Anna Winner, Pediatric and Pre-Natal Chiropractor with Whitemud Crossing Chiropractors

Why is it so tough!? Join us to learn about some of the key anatomical and physiological reasons this is the case, and more importantly, what YOU can do to help both you and your baby optimize this function!

Feb 25: Coffee & Chill

Bring the baby and meet moms! Enjoy a free cup of hot coffee at moms group. There will be no guest speaker.

Feb 26: New Mom Sleep

Nadia Proano, Psychologist with Well Workshop Ltd.

MARCH

Mar 4: Joyful Reading Experiences

Manpreet Kaur, Literacy Expert and Founder of The Learners Pathway

Manpreet will share practical strategies to help moms foster early literacy, create joyful reading experiences at home, and build strong reading routines from infancy. Together, we’ll explore tips for nurturing essential skills like phonics and comprehension.

Mar 5: Who We Are Beyond "Mama"

Samantha Dover, Registered Psychologist & Clinic Owner of Dover Psychology and Consulting Ltd.

One of the more surprising challenges many new moms face is navigating the grief of beginning their journey in motherhood. No matter how desired our babies are, we have moments where we miss our old selves and are unsure who we are beyond "mama" now.

Mar 11: Inclusion

Anna Parker, Founder of Mayana & Friends

Inclusion begins here! Anna will talk about how families can normalize differences.

Mar 12: Self-compassion for Moms

Kiran Dhaliwal, Registered Provisional Psychologist at Inner Connections

Morgan Jefferson, Registered Psychologist and Founder of Inner Connections

Kiran and Morgan will be talking about self compassion in motherhood.

Mar 18: Postpartum Mental Health *STARTS AT 1:15PM*

Dr. Melanie Robinson, Naturopathic Doctor with Naturally Inclined Health

Discussion of postpartum depression and anxiety from a naturopathic perspective. I will also share my own experience dealing with mental health challenges postpartum.

Mar 19: Mama Hunch

Anna Winner, Pediatric and Pre-Natal Chiropractor with Whitemud Crossing Chiropractors

Postural stress of pregnancy are intense (you know!) and postpartum can be worse with increased slouching, cuddling, and carrying. Neck and upper back pains often become issues. Come learn simple, effective, at-home tips to help stay strong!

Mar 25: Postpartum Intrusive Thoughts

Annelise Bazin, Registered Provisional Psychologist

 What are they, what can we do about them, and when it additional support needed?

This presentation will review WHY sleep is critically important for new moms (i.e. recovery, physical and mental health, milk production, cognitive functioning, etc.).As well, the discussion will include HOW mom's can improve their sleep.

Mar 26: Pediatric Eye Care

Tapasya Singer, Optometrist with Capital Vision Care Windermere

Everything you need to know about your developing baby’s eyes from infancy to school age.

APRIL

Apr 1: Coffee & Chill

Bring the baby and enjoy a cup of hot coffee! There will be no guest speaker today. 

Apr 2: Play Therapy

Samantha Dover, Registered Psychologist and owner of Dover Psychology and Consulting Ltd.

This session is designed to talk to mothers about play therapy, how it works, and what we can expect from children who take part. Participants will leave with better insights into childhood development, attachment, and how to support struggling littles.

Apr 8: Pelvic Health

Sidney Wideman, Physical therapist with In Home Physical Therapy Solutions and Bloom Therapy

Join Sidney as she chats about women's pelvic health. She'll discuss postpartum pelvic health and rehabilitation. Her talk will also go into detail about incontinence, pain, and prolapse.

Apr 9: Intimacy Post Birth

Cassandra Kleefman, Registered Psychologist with Transcend Psychological

Cassandra is a Registered Psychologist who specializes in sexual health and intimacy issues. Her niche area of expertise is pelvic floor pain. Her talk will be focused on education around intimacy post-birth and how to connect back to our sexual selves.

Apr 15: Mental Health

Sherani Sivakumar, Registered Provisional Psychologist with Pine Integrated Health

Let's talk about all things mental health in your perinatal journey! Sherani will talk about indicators of mental health, PMADS, identity shifts, how to cope, and the importance of self-compassion and building your supportive community.

Apr 16: Trauma

Samantha Dover, Registered Psychologist and owner of Dover Psychology and Consulting Ltd.

Many moms report that having babies brought forward their own past traumas. These moms often name being scared of transmitting their hurt and fear to their children. But it is important moms know that we can actually grow and thrive in spite of trauma.

Apr 22: Cost of Clutter

Pam Gilbert, Owner with Tidy Matters Professional Organizing

The hidden cost of clutter. Come and learn from Pam how an organized home can save you time, money, and stress! The presentation will include tips on decluttering and organizing.

Apr 23: Cesarean Births

Simone Fleet, Physiotherapist with Pine Integrated Health Centre

Simone's talk will cover cesarean births. Understanding the birth itself, recommendations to support recovery, the rehabilitation process and future birth experiences.

Apr 29: Child Life

Kristin Schmidt, Certified Child Life Specialist and owner of Waves Child Life

Kristin will be discussing what is a child life specialist and how they support kids and families in the community though in home and virtual sessions, as well as attending appointments and procedures.

Apr 30: Coffee & Chill

Bring the baby and come to connect with moms! Enjoy a free cup of hot coffee. There will be no guest speaker.

MAY

May 6: New Mom Challenges

Samantha Dover, Registered Psychologist and owner of Dover Psychology and Consulting Ltd.

One of the more surprising challenges many new moms face is navigating the grief of beginning their journey in motherhood. No matter how desired our babies are, we have moments where we miss our old selves and are unsure who we are beyond "mama" now.

May 7: Mother's Day Photos **ALL SESSIONS ARE FULL** We have moms signed up until the photoshoot ends at 12pm. We will not be accepting any more moms and babies at this time.

Dhakshayini Boopalan, Photographer and owner of Lumen Studio

We’re excited to welcome Lumen Studio for Mother’s Day Mini Sessions at The Fourth! Whether you’re expecting or celebrating with your little ones, stop by for a quick portrait session. You’ll receive one free photo in an online gallery, with the option to purchase more! No booking required—just swing by and smile for the camera. 

Each session will be around 5 minutes. Come in and sign up for a time when you arrive.

May 13: Language Enrichment

Kate Farr, Speech Language Pathologist with Speech with Miss Kate

Language enrichment for littles, without screens, and without adding more tasks to your day!

May 14: Infertility

Dr. Ariadne (Ariana) Daniel, Physician, Reproductive Endocrinologist and Infertility Specialist, Medical Director of Alberta Reproductive Centre

1 in 6 people struggle with infertility. This may affect you or someone you know with a first or a subsequent pregnancy. Find out more, as well as what can assist like consultation, investigations, surgery, treatments such as medications, IUI, or IVF.

May 20: Read Talk Play

Karna Antoniw, Youth Services Librarian with Edmonton Public Library

Edmonton Public Library has something for everyone, especially for babies and new parents! Learn ways to use fun songs and rhymes to support language and literacy development. Discover EPL's resources, programs and services for everyone in the family.

May 21: Language Enrichment

Kate Farr, Speech Language Pathologist with Speech with Miss Kate

Language enrichment for littles, without screens, and without adding more tasks to your day!

May 27: Starting Solids

Gabriella Divito, Registered Dietitian with Alberta Therapy Co

Guiding parents through the fundamentals of starting solid foods with their babies. Covering key topics like readiness to start solids, safe textures, and balanced nutrition to support babies growth and development.

May 28: Cost of Clutter

Pam Gilbert, Owner with Tidy Matters Professional Organizing

The hidden cost of clutter. Come and learn from Pam how an organized home can save you time, money, and stress! The presentation will include tips on decluttering and organizing.

JUNE

Jun 3: Fourth Trimester Nutrition

Jessica Mantik, Registered Dietitian with Connect Physio & Exercise

One-handed meal and snack ideas to help support mom's nutrition during the fourth trimester. These options are easy to prepare and eat, even while holding a baby. They’re designed to keep energy up and nourishment consistent throughout the day.

Jun 4: Child Life Specialist

Kristin Schmidt, Certified Child Life Specialist and owner of Waves Child Life

Kristin will be discussing what is a child life specialist and how they support kids and families in the community though in home and virtual sessions, as well as attending appointments and procedures.

Jun 10: Benefits of Creative Hobbies

Deepa Ojha Khakurel, Artist and owner of Make Art Studio

Benefits of creative hobbies for relaxation and wellbeing, followed by open conversation and art activity for fun.

Jun 11: Fourth Trimester Nutrition

Jessica Mantik, Registered Dietitian with Connect Physio & Exercise

One-handed meal and snack ideas to help support mom's nutrition during the fourth trimester. These options are easy to prepare and eat, even while holding a baby. They’re designed to keep energy up and nourishment consistent throughout the day.

Jun 17: Baby Sign

Bailey Oleksyn and Josée Piquette, Speech Language Pathologists with From Play to Words

Interested in using baby sign with your little one? Join two speech-language pathologists for a fun, hands-on session where you'll learn simple signs to support early communication and connection.

Jun 18: Mom Shame

Jennifer Elizabeth Benson, Psychologist with Park Integrative Health

Mom shame, navigating motherhood without shame

Jun 24: Emotional Well-being

Andrea Pukalo, Registered Psychologist and Owner of Family Life Psychology and Wellness

Support your postpartum journey by processing emotions, expectations, and past birth experiences. Learn tools to heal from birth trauma and rebuild emotional well-being. With reflection and compassionate support, you can confidently move forward and create space for an empowered and positive motherhood experience.

Jun 25: Financial Foundation

Tiana Pllana & Natasha Simonowits, Financial Advisors with NextPhase Solutions

We’ll explore meaningful ways to give your children a lasting financial foundation — with strategies to support their education, protect their future, and pass on wealth that can benefit them for a lifetime.

JULY

Jul 1: Cancelled

No Coffee & Convos and no coffee & chill today as it's Canada Day! Our shop will still be open for shopping 11AM - 6PM.

Jul 2: Perinatal PTSD & Suicide

Carla Kruger, Mental Health Therapist with Carla Kruger Counselling

We are going to gently explore two very important but often overlooked topics: Perinatal PTSD and suicide. These are heavy subjects, but they’re also deeply human experiences that deserve our attention, understanding, and care.

Jul 8: Fine Motor Skills

Rebecca Hampton, Occupational Therapist with From Play to Words

Discussing developmental milestones specifically regarding fine motor skill development. Reviewing activities that parents and their babies could enjoy together to promote fine motor skills as their baby grows.

Jul 9: Coffee & Chill

Come and enjoy a coffee and meet moms! There will be no guest speaker today.

Jul 15: Positive Affirmations

Join us as we write positive affirmation cards together. Write a few and swap with moms! Add some to our positive affirmation wall to encourage all moms.

Jul 16: Breastfeeding Basics

Tina Bitangcol, Registered Nurse PNC(C) CBS with Bump to Latch

Tina will be talking about steps to a deep and effective latch every time.

Jul 22: Inner Child Healing

Tessa Lawlor, Registered Psychologist with Willow Tree Psychology

This heartfelt conversation offers a gentle introduction to inner child healing. Discover how reconnecting with your younger self can bring deep emotional clarity, foster self-compassion, and transform your relationships.

Jul 23: Positive Affirmations

Join us as we write positive affirmation cards together. Write a few and swap with moms! Add some to our positive affirmation wall to encourage all moms.

Jul 29: Coffee & Chill

Come and enjoy a coffee and meet moms! There will be no guest speaker today.

Jul 30: Estate Planning

Jillian Gamez, Managing Lawyer with Kazlaw

Jillian will be talking about estate planning for families.

AUGUST

Aug 5: Self Care

Mallory, Coffee & Convos admin

Mallory will be talking about self care!

Aug 6: Coffee & Chill

Come and enjoy a coffee and meet moms! There will be no guest speaker today.

Aug 12: Coffee & Chill

Come and enjoy a coffee and meet moms! There will be no guest speaker today.

Aug 13: Baby Sign

Bailey Oleksyn, Speech Language Pathologist with From Play to Words

Interested in using baby sign with your little one? Join Bailey for a fun, hands-on session where you'll learn simple signs to support early communication and connection. 

Aug 19: Sensory Systems

Rebecca Hampton, Occupational Therapist with From Play to Words

We all have a sensory system that helps us process the world around us. Come for a chat to learn about our bodies 8 sensory systems and how caregivers can support themselves as well as their babies sensory processing development.

Aug 20: Coffee & Chill

Come and enjoy a coffee and meet moms! There will be no guest speaker today.

Aug 26: Don’t Let Christmas Sneak Up and Stress You Out This Year

Mallory, Administrator with Coffee & Convos Moms Group

Don’t let Christmas sneak up and stress you out this year. Discover helpful ways to conquer your overwhelming and endless holiday ‘to do list’ ahead of time. Mallory will share her experience and some simple things you can do to remove some stress and add more time to enjoy the most wonderful time of the year.

Aug 27: New Career

Iesha, Career Coach with NorQuest College and content creator @selfworkwithiesha on Instagram

I will be sharing about why I transitioned to a new career after I became a mom and how my mental health has greatly improved since then.

SEPTEMBER

Sep 2: Coffee & Chill

Bring the baby and chat with moms!

There will be no guest speaker today. Cassandra will be rescheduled for another date in the future.

Sep 3: ADHD

Adriana Wiebe, Registered Psychologist with Solace Psychology & Wellness

Ashley will be speaking to a group of new mothers about ADHD and behavioral concerns in young children, sharing insights from her experience in private practice.

Sep 9: Feeling Dismissed and Unsupported?

Melissa Hanson, Registered Provisional Psychologist with Century Park Pain & Health Clinic and Beaumont Wellness Centre

Feeding challenges can harm maternal mental health when mothers feel dismissed or unsupported. This talk empowers them to trust their instincts, seek support, and advocate for themselves and their babies in the healthcare system.

Sep 10: Attachment and Bonding

Izabela Bienko, Registered Psychologist with Insight Psychological

More than simply having a relationship with, or knowing, your child. Healthy attachment is a biological necessity. We will discuss attachment and bonding between parents and their children, and the impact on mental health.

Sep 16: Attachment and Bonding

Izabela Bienko, Registered Psychologist with Insight Psychological

More than simply having a relationship with, or knowing, your child. Healthy attachment is a biological necessity. We will discuss attachment and bonding between parents and their children, and the impact on mental health.

Sep 17: Feeling Dismissed and Unsupported?

Melissa Hanson, Registered Provisional Psychologist with Century Park Pain & Health Clinic and Beaumont Wellness Centre

Feeding challenges can harm maternal mental health when mothers feel dismissed or unsupported. This talk empowers them to trust their instincts, seek support, and advocate for themselves and their babies in the healthcare system.

Sep 23: Financial Foundation

Tiana Pllana & Natasha Simonowits, Finacial Advisors with NextPhase Solutions

We’ll explore meaningful ways to give your children a lasting financial foundation — with strategies to support their education, protect their future, and pass on wealth that can benefit them for a lifetime.

Sep 24: Coffee & Chill

Come and enjoy a coffee and meet moms! There will be no guest speaker today.

Sep 30: Infant Sleep

Lisa Caputo, Sleep and Well Being Specialist with Little Village Sleep

Let’s discuss infant sleep while debunking some common myths that new mothers often believe. We will also cover responsive strategies you can use to help achieve better sleep for your baby. Remember, you’re doing better than you think!