Monica + Andy Classes + Events

Featuring

Dr. Said T. Daneshmand, MD F.A.C.O.G, Fertility Specialist

Dr. Jaqueline Worth, MD, OBGYN

Dr. Payal D. Adhikari, MD, Pediatrician

Moderated by Jada Shapiro, Founder of Boober and Birth Day Presence

You’ve got questions? We’ve got answers.

Join our panel for a timely conversation about the COVID-19 vaccine. We’ll answer all of your questions regarding vaccine safety during fertility treatments, pregnancy and breastfeeding.

To submit a question in advance, email digitalexperiences@monicaandandy.com

Introducing our new panelist: Dr. Said Daneshmand

Dr. Daneshmand is specialty board certified in Obstetrics and Gynecology and sub-specialty board certified in Reproductive Endocrinology. He serves on the board of several surrogacy advocacy groups. He has collaborated to develop in vitro fertilization (IVF) protocols to improve pregnancy rates, including PTEC (post-thaw extended culture), which is one of the most successful IVF regimens currently available. These groundbreaking findings were published in the internationally respected medical journal, Fertility and Sterility, where Dr. Daneshmand also served as a reviewer.

M+A BOOK CLUB LAUNCH

Join Monica Royer, CEO/FOUNDER, Monica + Andy

In a Special One on One Chat with Eve Rodsky, Author of the New York Times Bestselling Book

Fair Play

Complimentary copies of the book will be sent to the first 50 registrants!

Eve Rodsky is working to change society one partnership at a time by coming up with a new 21st century solution to an age-old problem: women shouldering the brunt of childrearing and domestic life responsibilities regardless of whether they work outside the home.

In her New York Times bestselling book FAIR PLAY, she uses her Harvard Law School training and years of organizational management experience to create a life-management system to help couples both rebalance all of the work it takes to run a home and reimagine their relationship, time and purpose.

M+A and Dr. Whitney Casaras, MD, MPH FAAP invite you to

A Mother’s Day Event to give moms the tools to be the kind of mom you want to be - empowered, confident, and joyful.

The Centered Mama

Dr. Whitney Casares will be presenting from her signature Centered Mama curriculum that gives moms tangible, actionable steps to help them unearth from the mental clutter that the last year has left us with.

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Featuring

Krista Maas de Villiers Founder and CEO of Nunona

Kate Ogilvie Internally Board Certified Lactation Consultant

Rachelle Mallik reproductive dietitian and founder of The Food Therapist

There are many ways to feed your baby. If you are breastfeeding it's also important you feed yourself - for your own recovery and for the quality of your breastmilk. Join us to learn more about nutrition for postpartum & breastfeeding, why it matters and what it means for your baby!

The discussion will include:

• An overview of nutrition for the first 1000 days
• Nutrients needed postpartum + for breastfeeding
• The equation for creating quality breastmilk

A Q&A with Tasmin Jordan

All guests will receive a special gift from Nunona.

Krista Maas de Villiers is the Founder and CEO of Nunona. She has worked within the pharmaceutical and nutritional industry for 12 years with a constant focus on Infant Nutrition. Her last role was Global Head of Marketing and Innovation for a major infant formula company. Krista holds an Executive MBA and Bachelor Degrees in Dietetics and Marketing.

Kate Ogilvie, works in the Chicagoland area as an Internally Board Certified Lactation Consultant helping families meet their breastfeeding goals. Kate is a mother to two children and lives in Chicago's Lakeview neighborhood. She was inspired by being a breastfeeding mother herself to become an IBCLC. Contact Kate for virtual or in home consultations.

Rachelle Mallik, MA, RDN is a nationally-recognized reproductive dietitian and founder of The Food Therapist, a private practice specializing in fertility, pregnancy, postpartum and breastfeeding. Rachelle supports her clients with nutrition counselling that focuses on health-promoting behaviors and nourishment over restriction. Rachelle earned a Bachelor's degree in Human Nutrition from the Barrett Honors College at Arizona State University and a Master's degree in Food Studies from New York University.

Meet Up & Q&A

Right now kids are not on their regular schedules leaving parents more exhausted than ever! Each month, Kelly Murray, a certified Pediatric and Adult Sleep Consultant, will answer questions about your sleep and your child's sleep that are keeping you up at night (literally).

Murray specializes in helping sleep-deprived humans, ages 0 to 100, worldwide obtain the restful sleep they so desperately need through customized sleep programs and support.

Pediatric Sleep Site
Adult Sleep Site

Tim uses a variety of interactive children's songs aimed at inspiring families to sing together while gently moving with their babies at home. 

Tim uses his wide repertoire of original & classic songs – from nursery rhymes to Beatles tunes – to inspire kids AND adults to dance, sing & play along at home.

Join Certified Integrative Nutritionist, Celebrity Health Coach, TV Wellness Contributor and mom of three, Karina Heinrich of The Karina Method, as she walks you through making FIRST FOODS for your 6-month old. Karina will walk you step-by-step through delicious recipes incorporating the best first food choices for your baby. Plus, learn how to clean your produce and tips and tricks to make the whole process easy.

The class will be held close to lunchtime so you can prep food for your baby along with your lunch. After you sign-up we'll send you a shopping list for the class.

For more info on The Karina Method:
@thekarinamethod
www.thekarinamethod.com

Every Tuesday!

1:00pm — 2:00pm CT

Drop-in anytime!

There’s so much conflicting information about breastfeeding. What works for one mom and a baby will not necessarily work for another. Kate Ogilvie, a board certified lactation consultant, hosts this virtual, drop-in session to answer your questions and concerns. So whether it’s your first go at breastfeeding or you need a quick refresher, join our intimate online breastfeeding support group.

Kate has worked in the Chicagoland area for the past five years as an Internally Board Certified Lactation Consultant helping families meet their breastfeeding goals. Kate is a mother to two children and lives in the Lakeview neighborhood. She was inspired by being a breastfeeding mother herself to become an IBCLC.

BONUS: Attendees will enjoy a special discount on Nunona's Mama Balls to help you create better quality breast milk

please send in any questions to digitalexperiences@monicaandandy.com 

Registration limit: 25

About Tiny Talkers:

Becky Chamberlain and Stephanie Tuthill are co-founders of Tiny Talkers, LLC. Tiny Talkers is a speech and language resource dedicated to helping you get your little ones talking! They offer speech tips, strategies, resources and more. You can find them on Instagram @tiny.talkers and online www.tinytalkerschicago.com.

Join us for a virtual talk and Q&A with Board Certified Pediatric Dentist, Mom and Author of “A Book About Teeth,”  Dr. Fatina of Gramercy Kids Smiles. She’ll share tips for taking care of your baby’s dental health at home and answer any questions you might have about teething, brushing, pacifiers, sippy cups, the first dental visit, and more.

Q+A's will be on a monthly basis