Are you a busy mom, dad, grandparent, educator or caregiver? Have no time to spare? Then the Baby Signing 101 Workshop is for YOU!

Learning to sign with your baby is simple and you can learn all you need to know in one session. When you learn how to communicate with baby using sign language, you will help reduce tears & tantrums, increase their IQ, boost bonding & actually help them speak earlier than non-signers.

During this workshop, you will learn specific how-to information, invaluable tips & techniques based on how baby’s brain works, activities & games to promote verbal language & get a baby signing dictionary with over 80 helpful signs as well as a journal! The most important thing that the workshop offers is practical advice on how to reach your ultimate goal- verbal language development.

Tiny Talkers teaches American Sign Language (ASL). It is our belief that making up your own language as some other baby sign language programs encourage could present problems if you want others to understand your baby’s signs. Many people know American Sign Language including caregivers at daycare centers and why not give your child a head start on being bilingual?

This workshop is geared toward adults but non-mobile babies welcome if you feel you can comprehend the material while caring for them.

Price Per First Student: $40, Price Per Spouse/Partner: $10

Click here for more information and to register for Baby Signing 101 Workshop

Infant CPR for New Parents, Tuesday, July 13, 6:00pm: This class provides hands-on instruction on what to do if your infant or child is choking, rescue breathing, basic CPR and First Aid. You are welcome to bring your baby with you to this class. We offer this class on the second Tuesday of every month. Class fee is $25. More information and/or to register.

Mo Phillips, Thursday, July 15, 10:30am: Join Mo Phillips for rockin’ music fun for little ones and adults. Suggested donation is $3 per walking human.

Self Portrait Art Class Series Begins, Thursday, July 15, Noon: Children will learn basic portrait drawing skills and will have an opportunity to create self portraits in a few different mediums in this five week art class series! Lots of fun, materials and class fee is $10 per class. For ages 4-7.  To register, email Stefanie at p.shortsocks@gmail.com or call 503.351.5264

Creating Art with Found Objects, Thursday, July 15, 1:30pm: Children will learn how to find beauty in the things ordinary people call junk as they hunt for treasures at home! We will draw/create self portraits, dream houses, and anything else that our imaginations can think of! $10 fee for class and materials. To register, email Stefanie at p.shortsocks@gmail.com or call 503.351.5264. Drop-ins welcome.

Shadow Puppet Workshop, Friday, July 16, 10:00am: This performance/workshop is designed to have the participants create their own shadow puppet play. Using simple materials, children are encouraged to let their creativity and imagination run rampant as they are in control of what happens in the story. You will be floored by the performances your kids and their friends will create. Time of performance is approximately 1 to 1.5 hours. $15 class fee (all materials provided). Ideal for ages 6-12. Register today (602) 717-2249 david@davidfreleng.com

Tap Dance Star Charon Aldredge Book Reading and Performance, Saturday, July 17, 11am: Charon Aldredge has performed in Riverdance, Manhattan Tap, and The Jazz Tap Ensemble. She also performs original poetry and recently authored a children’s book about performing.  Charon will be at Milagros for a reading and book signing on Saturday, July 17, 11am-1pm. Please join us for this free event.

Estate Planning for Families, Tuesday, July 20, 7:00pm: Join local estate planning attorney Katharine West on the estate planning basics every parent needs to know.

This free introduction will cover key topics such as wills, trusts, temporary and permanent guardianship plans, and tips for estate planning on a budget.

About the instructor: Katharine West is a mother of 2 young children, and has been a lawyer since 1997. Her Portland law practice specializes in wills, trusts, and probate administration.

To register or more information: Please call Katharine at (503) 282-1290 or e-mail her mail@kwestlawoffice.com for more information or to RSVP.

Self Portrait Art Class Series, Begins Thursday, July 8, Noon: Children will learn basic portrait drawing skills and will have an opportunity to create self portraits in a few different mediums in this five week art class series!

Meets weekly through 8/12 (there is no session on 7/29). Lots of fun, materials and class fee is $10 per class. For ages 4-7.

Creating Art with Found Objects, Begins Thursday, July 8, 1:30pm: Children will learn how to find beauty in the things ordinary people call junk as they hunt for treasures at home! We will draw/create self portraits, dream houses, and anything else that our imaginations can think of!

Meets weekly through 8/12 (there is no session on 7/29). $10 fee for class and materials. Drop-ins welcome for this class.

About the instructor: Stefanie Ryder is a a certified elementary/early childhood teacher with 16 years of experience teaching art to children ages 4-7.

To register for either or both classes or more information: please email Stefanie at p.shortsocks@gmail.com or call her directly at 503.351.5264

BTW – Shadow Puppet Master Dave Freleng is also hosting some summer workshops for kids on 7/16 and 8/20

Diaper Free Baby Meeting, Wednesday, May 19, 2:00pm: Diaper Free Baby of Portland is a local, free support group that helps promote a natural approach to responding to babies’ elimination needs. If you are using this method, interested in finding out more, or are just curious, please come by!

An essential for us when we did diaper free with our little ones was the Baby Bjorn little potty — and, of course, we do offer it at Milagros

No Mo Phillips show this week. He will back at Milagros on Thursday, 5/27.

Infant Massage Demo Class, Thursday, May 20, 4:00pm: Lisa Carlascio, owner of Baby My Sweet Baby, will provide a demonstration of massage strokes appropriate for use with infants. This class will also cover the benefits of infant massage, some non-verbal cues of infant distress, and the types of oils that should and should not be used for infant massage. Space is limited; please RSVP to ensure a spot — 503-645-2650 or on line.

Shadow Puppet Theatre, Friday, May 21, 10:30am: $3 suggested donation per walking human. More info about David Freleng.

Naturopathic First Aid Class, Saturday, May 22, 10:00am: Join Padeen Quinn, ND of Naturokits for a FREE workshop on naturopathic first aid for families.

Cloth Diapering 101 Class, Saturday, May 22, 11:00am: Thinking about cloth diapers? Have questions? Have tips to share? Come to for an introduction to cloth diapering. This casual gathering is a great opportunity to learn all about cloth diapering, get hands-on advice on diapering choices, etc. It is also a chance to meet other parents who are using cloth diapers or thinking about it. FREE, no RSVP required!

Check out our Cloth Diaper FAQs as well!

Babywearing 101, Sunday, May 23, 11:00am: Need some help figuring out how to wear your baby? Wondering what baby sling, wrap, or other carrier is the best fit for you? Or maybe you need some assistance with the baby carrier you already have? You need to come to Babywearing 101 at Milagros!

Join the babywearing experts at Milagros for this free, casual supportive class. This gathering is a great opportunity to learn all about babywearing and get hands-on advice. It is also a chance to meet other parents who are using wearing their babies or thinking about it. FREE, no RSVP required!

Mr. Ben, Tuesday, May 11, 10:30am: Join Mr. Ben for music and fun at Milagros every Tuesday. Suggested donation is $3 per walking human. Starting May 4th, Mr. Ben time is now at 10:30am.

Infant CPR for New Parents, Tuesday, May 11, 6:00pm: This class provides hands-on instruction on what to do if your infant or child is choking, rescue breathing, basic CPR and First Aid. You are welcome to bring your baby with you to this class. We offer this class on the second Tuesday of every month. Class fee is $25. More information and/or to register.

Mo Phillips Music for Families, Thursday, May 13, 10:30am: Join Mo Phillips for rockin’ music fun for little ones and adults. Suggested donation is $3 per walking human.

Please note, there will be no Mo Phillips show on 5/20 but he will be back 5/27

Shadow Puppet Theatre, Friday, May 14, 10:30am: $3 suggested donation per walking human. More info about David Freleng.

Raising Financially Responsible Children Workshop, Saturday, May 15th, 10:00am: FREE! Would you like to know how to teach children about the value and responsible use of money? If so, don’t miss this free seminar created by noted financial expert, television personality, and New York Times Best Selling Author, Neale S. Godfrey.  Please RSVP by enrolling online at www.KimberlyWuepper.com (go to “seminars”) or by calling 503.515.6043

Listen to Kids is offering a Child Abuse Prevention Training for parents and caregivers of children under age 3 on Wednesday, May 26th from 10:00-11:30 am in the Family Room at Milagros Boutique.

A $10 donation per family will benefit Listen to Kids. Please pre-register for the training. For more information, to register, and to let us know if your children will be attending the training, please contact Megan at megan.barella@gmail.com

Training topics include:

• What kids of all ages should know about their right to be safe
• Simple language adults can use to talk to kids about their bodies and staying safe
• Rules that leave children vulnerable to child abuse
• How children disclose abuse and how to respond to a disclosure
• Prevalence of child abuse in Oregon and nationally
• Information on perpetrators of sexual abuse

Planning on becoming pregnant or are you newly pregnant? In this free 2 hour class we will cover: Nutrition, Education about OBs and Midwives, Where to birth your baby, Information about choices you will need to make for you and baby, Common complaints of the first trimester and how to stay active.

Taught by Doula and Childbirth Educator: Abigail Barella

Meet and Play at Milagros, Wednesday, May 5, 10:00am: An open group of families that meets once a week at kid-friendly locations around Portland. They also host potlucks, moms’ nights out, and book group meetings. These gathering are open to all and they are always looking for new members to take part. No RSVP required. For more information, send an e-mail to meetnplaypdx@yahoo.com

Mo Phillips Music for Families, Thursday, May 6, 10:30am: Join Mo Phillipsevery Thursday at 10:30 am for rockin’ music fun for little ones and adults. Suggested donation is $3 per walking human.

Shadow Puppet Theatre, Friday, May 7, 10:30am: $3 suggested donation per walking human. More info about David Freleng.

A Mama Like Me! Multicultural Mama’s Circle, Saturday, May 8, 1:00pm: A community meet-up & potluck. An opportunity to reflect and plan on how to build support for diversity in our community. Talking about and making art, music, poetry, organic soul food, clothing swaps, gardening, parenting support and more! Please RSVP with Erica for more info – 503-995-1918

Please note that we will be closed on Mother’s Day, Sunday May 9th to celebrate motherhood!

Thursday, April 29, 1pm: This free class is designed to give students’ ages 3-5 years old and their parents a taste of the enjoyment of playing piano and music instruction at Pfeifer MusicWerks Studio for the preschool student. Space is limited; please RSVP to ensure a spot.