After months of planning and development, we’re ready to start spreading the word about Makchic. So we’ve decided to host a launch party in April. And not just any launch party; we want to throw the kind of launch party that would be a fun-filled event for the entire family.
Makchic Day Out promises to be a day of shopping, learning, playing or simply chilling out at Publika’s red zone area.
There will be a marketplace for all things kids and babies, and a Jumble Charity Sale where parents can pick up pre-loved baby and kids items while helping out for a good cause.
There will be free talks where moms can share and learn, and colourful Doof beanbags for everyone to rest on – even dads! Little tykes can get their faces painted, enjoy puppet storytelling sessions and get creative with arts and craft sessions.
Makchic Day Out
Date: Sunday, 6 April 2014
Time: 11am – 4pm
Venue: Ground Floor, Red Zone, Publika
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// SHOP //
Charity Jumble Sale
Time: Throughout the day
It’s the perfect place to stock up on gently used toys, baby clothes, books, gear and just about anything imaginable for babies and kids. These are just some of the new and second-hand items that have been generously donated by parents from across the Klang Valley. Items are priced between RM5 and RM20, and all proceeds will go directly to Parents Without Partners, an entity that assists disadvantaged single parents and legal guardians in Malaysia.
Baby & Kids Marketplace
Time: Throughout the day
The marketplace brings together some of Makchic’s favourite children’s brands under one roof. From handmade tutus and organic and children’s apparel, the marketplace features a selection of stylish children’s-wear curated by the Makchic team. Participating brands include Forever + Ava, Be Green Bebe, WonderX and Happi Kiddo.
// PLAY //
Storytelling With Puppets
Times: 11:30am – 12:00pm & 1:30pm – 2:30pm
Newly published MPH Author, Lee Poh Peng, will be sharing stories from her latest ‘The Animal Adventures’ series. Watch as two books – The Seven Legged Spider and The Famous Giraffe – come to life through puppetry. An illustrator will also be present, offering free caricatures for those who purchase any of the books at Makchic Day Out. Especially for kids aged 3 to 6 years.
Face Painting
Times: 12:00pm – 1:00pm & 2:30pm – 3:30pm
Watch your little one transform right before your eyes as their face is adorned with one of five fun designs by Jia Jia Hew and Ng Wan Ying, designers by training.
Arts & Crafts
Times: 12:00pm – 1:00pm & 2:30pm – 3:30pm
Little Paper Crate has prepared a special Makchic Day Out kids party pack. There will be two arts & crafts sessions where kids can work on craft activities from these party packs, and will be hosted by none other than the Little Paper Crate team.
// LEARN //
‘Breastfeeding for Busy Mothers’ by Norhayati Mohamed
Time: 11:00am – 11:45am (45mins)
Norhayati Mohamed is a lactation counselor with 20 years experience of educating mothers and training nurses at Hospital Kuala Lumpur. Norhayati’s breastfeeding talk will touch on proper breastfeeding techniques and tips on how to express, store breast milk and prepare proper instructions for the caregiver.
‘Help, My Child Wouldn’t Eat Vegetables!’ by Goo Chui Hoong
Time: 12:00pm – 12:45pm (45mins)
Goo Chui Hoong is a dietician, cooking school owner, senior lecturer, homemaker, mother and most recently, the cookbook author of Lite Malaysian Favourites. Chui Hoong will share her special recipes for toddlers, as well as teach parents how to make nutritious food appealing to little ones.
‘Love Your Child With Nurturing Touch’ by Jashpreet Kaur
Time: 2:00pm – 2:45pm (45mins)
Expert infant masseuse Jashpreet Kaur (Baby Massage With Love) presents a talk on how parents can increase the bond with their baby through massage. Jashpreet plans to walk parents and guests through possibilities and results of infant massage and will be sharing tips on how infant massage can benefit both parents and babies today and in the future.
‘Baby Sleep Secrets Every Parent Should Know’ by Sarah Ong
Time: 3:00pm – 3:30pm (30mins)
Certified child sleep consultant Sarah Ong (Sleep Champ Baby) has been working with sleep-deprived young parents to help them gain knowledge and confidence about their baby’s sleep. Join Sarah at Makchic Day Out to learn about baby sleep and tips on how to improve their sleep.
// CHILL //
The Potong is the purveyor of artisanal popsicles and sodas that use natural ingredients and without any preservatives, the importance of which every parent knows and understands. Hence it’s only natural that Makchic Day Out invites The Potong to set up shop at the Chill Area, for all to enjoy.
