http://www.brainwave.org.nz The First Three Years Last a Lifetime Sun, 14 Sep 2008 22:50:43 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en By engaging with and educating each other about the importance of the first three years, we give all New Zealand children the opportunity to reach their potential.  A baby's brain is unique and precious.  The way it develops will determine who he or she will become.  Genes may establish a child's ... http://www.brainwave.org.nz/the-first-three-years-last-forever/ Issue 7, our June 2008 newsletter is now out. To view or download it follow this link:  newsletter_7_web http://www.brainwave.org.nz/june-2008-newsletter/ Violence Prevention Synopsis from Brainwave Trust New Zealand-wide Workshops with International Expert Dr. Shari Barkin  To view the synopsis follow this link:  microsoft-word-violence-prevention-synopsis-by-dr-shari-barkin http://www.brainwave.org.nz/shari-barkin-recommendations/  Brainwave Trust and the Liggins Institute ran a very successful seminar with Professor Michael Meaney, McGill University, Canada. on Thursday August 14, 2008 Introduction was by Professor Peter Gluckman. Professor Michael Meaney is both a very engaging speaker and a distinguished academic whose research provides scientific evidence for the importance of early mother-child interactions in ... http://www.brainwave.org.nz/professor-michael-meaney-seminar-in-auckland/ Judy Bailey, one of Brainwave's founding members, a current Trustee, Committe Member & Presenter is  featured in The Australian Women's Weekly March 2008 issue. The article is entitled "Judy Bailey, Mum's the Word".  AWW's Karen Burge tells why the well-loved newsreader has become a poster girl for positive parenting. Here are some quotes ... http://www.brainwave.org.nz/judy-bailey-why-shes-passionate-about-helping-mums-babies/ Brainwave has produced several publications:  Our  five page fold-out pamphlet "The First Years of Life Last Forever". An introduction to the Brainwave organisatin & overview of the importance of the early years & how early experiences help the brain develop. Our fifteen page booklet  "Build a Lifetime in the First Three Years" This is a ... http://www.brainwave.org.nz/brainwave-publications/ The Christchurch Brainwave team are busy preparing for a very exciting fundraising event to be held at the Dean's family farm in Darfeild on Sunday, 17th February. Mini Day Out is a concept that was initiated on the principle of fun, frolic and fundraising in a relaxed, rural setting “good times ... http://www.brainwave.org.nz/brainwave-christchurch-mini-day-out/ The following comes from an article written in Puke Ariki - Taranaki stories - in 2006 about Robin Fancourt, the founder of The Brainwave Trust.  Sadly, Robin's health has deteriorated this year and she is now residing in a New Plymouth private hospital. Brainwave still has a strong & committed group continuing ... http://www.brainwave.org.nz/robin-fancourt-brainwave-founding-trustee/ The Brainwave Trust is bringing to New Zealand Dr Shari Barkin, MD MSHS International Expert in Family Violence Prevention for Interactive Workshop Experiences Christchurch Thursday 20th March 2008 Wellington Wednesday 26th March 2008 Auckland Friday 28th March 2008 Shari Barkin is a truly remarkable doctor.  She is well-respected by her peers for her constant search for interventions based ... http://www.brainwave.org.nz/shari-barkin-workshops-2008/ Being a parent is an exciting journey, with lots of magical times and challenges. There are some things that you could think about that will make a difference to you and your child. • Your baby will love hearing your voice. Talk, read, sing to them, even when they are ... http://www.brainwave.org.nz/for-new-parents/