Bring on the experts!
PIP Groups are not just a time for families to bond - it's a time for them to learn together as well! PIP keeps a running list of Guest Speakers, generous individuals who volunteer their time and talents by visiting our PIP Groups to talk about their unique area of expertise with our parents. PIP Groups are greatly enhanced by these professionals' gifts, and we are so grateful to them for their contribution.
Interested in Becoming a Volunteer Guest Speaker?
PIP welcomes local professionals to partner with us to share their wisdom and knowledge at our group sessions as guest speakers. Some key topics covered by the groups include early childhood development, relationships, infant health, breastfeeding, and more. While we have a strict "no-sales" policy, the parents will inevitably have exposure to you and your expertise. Please read our Introduction for Guest Speakers to familiarize yourself with some basic information. If you are experienced in a topic related to parenting and are interested in becoming a Guest Speaker, please review the Guest Speaker Policy and complete the Application, and we will be in touch as soon as possible for an interview and orientation.
PIP Guest Speakers
Infant & Child Development
Amanda McDaniel | Austin Baby Guru
Emily Cohen | Tandem Speech Therapy
Ellie Wheeler | Eat.Sleep.Baby
Kim Borchert | Baby Sign Language with Austin Doula Care
Dr. Carolyn Zuiker, PT, DPT | Boost Babies Austin
Kristi Hammerle | Year One Wellness
Molly Wheeler | Austin Area Myo
Joan Miller | Planned Parenthood of Greater Texas
Janet Mize | Austin Family Counseling
Tammy Afriat | Bonding Boost
Erin Givarz | Waves of Childhood
Infant & Toddler Sleep
Lori Strong | Uplift Babywearing
Abby Broussard | Sleep Wise Consulting
Amanda Bender | Sleeper Teachers
Prenatal & Postpartum Support
Brenda Marlin | Bringing Baby Home Educator
Kristen Lucas |Kristen Lucas Doula
Ali Weatherford | Joyful Beginnings Baby
Judith Reyes, LCSW | Judith Reyes
Evie Vieira | Creative Parenting Solutions
Elaine Cavesos, LCSW-S | RPC Austin
Dr. Emily Turinas, PhD | Live Oak Psychology
Infant Feeding & Solids
Sarah Harris, RDN, RD | Healthy Hive Family Nutrition
Sunayana Weber, IBCLC |It's More Than Milk
Molly Wheeler, MA | Speech Language Pathologist
Amanda Steingart, RDN | Amanda Steingart
Cassie Terrilion, IBCLC | BF Success
Georgi Crowell, MPH, IBCLC | Love You Lots Lactation
Infant, Child, and Family Health
Jessica Peterson| Matrescence OT
Gayle Schwee| Matrescence OT
Dr. Phillip Matson | Destination Pediatric Dentistry
Katie Kennedy | Strive Pediatrics
Ryan Hester | Austin Family Care
Elizabeth Kirichenko | Clover and Bloom Counseling
Movement & Bodywork for Parents
Rebecca Maidansky | LadyBird PT
Jessica Chastka | LadyBird PT
Suzanne Kovall | Bao Bei Body