Free Bathing & Childcare Seminars! 1-Day Event 'Well-being Parenting Preparation' for Expectant Parents on June 21 in Osaka & Online

General Incorporated Association U-me (Representative Director: Rie Mochizuki) and Future Parenting Partners will host a 1-day event, "Well-being Parenting Preparation & Growth," on Sunday, June 21, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM. The event will take place at Grand Green Osaka SLOW AND STEADY and online via Zoom. Admission is free.

Addressing common challenges among today's parents, such as anxiety about childbirth and paternal involvement, the event focuses on three pillars: medical insights, real-world experience, and community connection.

[Seminar Program Highlights] - Dr. Katsumi Mizuno (Pediatrician): Parenting starting from the prenatal period and epigenetics. - Toko Iwata (Midwife): Physical preparation for a safe birth. - Rika Liang (Midwife): Preparation for breastfeeding with practical demonstrations. - Dr. Ayumi Tange (Obstetrician): Mental preparation through 'Mindful Birthing'. - Dr. Shoda Hirano (Obstetrician): Paternal preparation; attendees will receive a 'Fatherhood Handbook Compact Edition'.

[Experience Zone - Osaka Venue] - Baby bathing workshop (reservation required) - Practical childcare (diaper changing, holding, etc.) - Pregnancy simulation with weighted jackets - Q&A with experienced parents - Free maternity photo sessions - Exhibition of prenatal and postpartum services

Rie Mochizuki of U-me stated, "Knowledge, experience, and connection with peers significantly transform life after childbirth." The event is supported by the Docomo Civic Activity Grant.