Mr. Ben, Tuesday, January 24, 10:30am: 

Did you know we have Mr. Ben CD’s and Ukuleles in Stock? We do!

Mo Phillips, Thursday, January 26, 10:30am: Join Mo Phillips for rockin’ music fun for little ones and adults. Suggested donation is $3 per walking human.

Take a Mo Phillips CD home with you! We have them at Milagros, only $10 each!

Nursing Mothers Counsel Breastfeeding Preparation Class, Thursday, January 26, 6:00pm: Breastfeeding is the most natural and healthy way to feed your baby, but it does not always come naturally. This free support class at Milagros provides guidance on how to initiate a successful breastfeeding relationship, ensuring a proper latch, how often to breastfeed, how to address common problems or concerns, and much more.  This class taught by the good people at Nursing Mothers Counsel is a casual setting to get your questions answered. It is open to mothers to be as well as their the partners, friends, and family. Free, no rsvp required.

Mister Hoo of  The Alphabeticians, Friday, January 27, 11:00am: Mister Hoo (Jeff Inlay), though familiar with the alphabet since childhood, has only grown to love it in recent years. A father of 2 and resident of West Linn, he has been in more bands than he can count (although he claims he can only count to 3), but is most well known for playing in Portland 90’s sensation Hummingfish, and is least well known for his time in Southern California punk band the Mendicant Sauciers. Join him every Friday at 11:00am at Milagros! Suggested donation is $3 per walking human.

Guess what? We have CDs by The Alphabeticians at Milagros, too!

Cloth Diapering 101, Saturday, January 28, 11:00am: The Cloth Diapering 101 classes at Milagros are casual gatherings where participants learn all about cloth diapering and get hands-on advice on diapering choices from one of Milagros’ expert staffers. It is also a chance to meet other parents who are using cloth diapers or thinking about it.

From the instructor:

At this FREE workshop you will discover what will happen to your kids and your assets if something happens to YOU.

I’ll tell you exactly what the state’s plan is for you if you don’t create your own, and I’ll show you exactly how to get your own plan in place so that you can have peace of mind, knowing that you have done everything in your power to protect your family. DATE: Wednesday, January 18th

TIME: 6:00 pm -7:00 pm

PLACE: Milagros Boutique

CALL: (503) 235-5150 for more info or to RSVP.

This event is extremely popular, and space is limited and fills up fast, so call today to register!

Red Cross Safe Baby Class, Tuesday, November 8, 6:00pm:  This class will provides hands-on instruction on what to do if your infant or child is choking, rescue breathing, and basic CPR. You are welcome to bring your baby with you to this class. Class fee is $30 and registration is required. To register, call the Red Cross national class center at 800-445-8210 and ask to sign-up for the Safe Baby Presentation at Milagros Boutique in Portland, Oregon.

Please note, this class will be on hiatus until February 2012. We will be working with the Red Cross to bring it back as soon as possible.  Thanks.

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

New Parent & Breastfeeding Support Group, Thursday, November 10, 2:30pm: Come weigh your baby, connect with other mothers, ask questions, and get evidence based information about feeding a new baby at our weekly support group! We will offer information and non-judgmental support.

Please note that the 11/17 will be the last session of this group until further notice, the wonderful instructors are unable to continue this weekly event at this time.

Mister Hoo of The Alphabeticians, Friday, November 11, 11:00am: Mister Hoo (Jeff Inlay), though familiar with the alphabet since childhood, has only grown to love it in recent years. A father of 2 and resident of West Linn, he has been in more bands than he can count (although he claims he can only count to 3), but is most well known for playing in Portland 90’s sensation Hummingfish, and is least well known for his time in Southern California punk band the Mendicant Sauciers. Join him every Friday at 11:00am at Milagros! Suggested donation is $3 per walking human.

Cloth Diapering 101, Saturday, November 12, 11:00am: The Cloth Diapering 101 classes at Milagros are casual gatherings where participants learn all about cloth diapering and get hands-on advice on diapering choices from one of Milagros’ expert staffers. It is also a chance to meet other parents who are using cloth diapers or thinking about it.

Why choose cloth? No garbage, the least expensive (I guess other than going diaper free), and chemical-free. Cloth diapering choices are pin-free and easy and you can save thousands of dollars just by choosing cloth diapers over disposable options.  Free! No RSVP required.

From the instructor:

At this FREE workshop you will discover what will happen to your kids and your assets if something happens to YOU.

I’ll tell you exactly what the state’s plan is for you if you don’t create your own, and I’ll show you exactly how to get your own plan in place so that you can have peace of mind, knowing that you have done everything in your power to protect your family. Topics include:

• How to make sure your kids are always with the right people;
• How to ensure you always provide for your family, even if you’re not here;
• How to safeguard your assets from creditors, divorces, and lawsuits;
• How to legally avoid estate taxes;
• How to avoid long delays, high costs, and ensure privacy for your family.

…and much, much more!

DATE: Tues., October 25th

TIME: 6-7p.m.

PLACE: Milagros Boutique

CALL: (503) 235-5150

This event is extremely popular, and space is limited and fills up fast, so call today to register!

Toddler Family Wellness Coaching Classes being Thursday at Milagros, from the instructor:

For parents of children 10-24 months of age.

This wellness coaching group is an extension of the new family wellness (babies age 0-9 months) group hosted at Milagros Boutique on Thursdays. The first half of this class will be dedicated to learning and discussing issues that are specific to families of toddlers. The second half will be intended for open discussion and support around creating a balanced life an ever-changing child. Articles, recipes, and healthy foods will be available during each group.

Topic examples include first foods, sleep, relationship health, exercise, nutrition, speech development, brain development, going back to work, stress management, and anything else that is important to you. Each participant will fill out a topic survey, which will help Kelly determine which topics to address each week.

Cost: First class is free, just drop in. $18 drop-in per family. 5 class punch card – $85. 10 class card – $165. Cash, check, and credit cards are accepted. Sliding scale available.

When: Weekly on Thursdays, 12-2, starting on September 22.

About: Kelly Schneyer is the owner of The Nutrimentalist, a holistic health counseling practice. She loves helping families, mamas, and children discover ways to live a healthy and happy life. She draws on her experience as a doula, childbirth educator, business owner, wife, and mother, in addition to her own personal healing odyssey, to compassionately guide others through their journey toward health.

We are hosting a Simplicity Parenting talk at Milagros this Monday. Here are the details from the class instructor:

Many parents notice at one point or another that their children have accumulated way more stuff than they ever imagined, and that their schedules our so full it requires a separate calendar just to keep track of all the activities.

If you find any discrepancy between the fast track life you and your children are living and the peaceful pace you where imagining as a new parent, please join Yvonne de Maat of Heart in Hand Preschool in an exploration of modern child rearing. You will come away from this talk with some simple ideas you can implement into you life right away to bring about profound change and deeper connections.

This evening is an introduction to the work based on ‘Simplicity Parenting’, a best selling book by Kim Payne.

Yvonne is a trained Waldorf teacher and Simplicity Parenting group leader. She will start a 7 week parent group in October which will look at the many aspects of the home; creating rhythm, clearing up the environment, scheduling, discipline etc.

For more information please call Yvonne at 503 287 4465

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.

Saturday, September 17, 11:00am at Milagros FREE, no RSVP required!

We offer this free class at Milagros on the 1st and 3rd Saturday of every month!

Infant CPR for New Parents, Tuesday, July 12, 6:00pm: Join the Red Cross for a special CPR and first aid class designed for new parents. You are welcome to bring your baby with you to this class. Class fee is $25 and registration is required. To register contact the Oregon Trail Chapter of the Red Cross at 503.280.1440 and let them know they are registering for the “New Parents” class at Milagros.

Parent & Child Yoga with  Leslie Wilda, Wednesday, July 13, 10:00am: Come play yoga! In this interactive class grown-ups are required to release their inner child and ignite their imagination along with the kids as we become dogs, cats, elephants and lions all in one class! Come experience a playful approach to yoga through movement, music, games, storytelling and laughter. This active class helps develop better body awareness, self control, flexibility and coordination. A great way for families to come together in a fun and healthy way. Free 45 min class for children ages 2-5 and parents (grandparents, aunts/uncles, caregivers….) More information contact Leslie: lawilda@hotmail.com

Music Time with Van Oodles,  Wednesday, July 13, 11:00am: $3 suggested donation per walking human for the performer.

Music Time with Van Oodles,  Wednesday, July 13, 1:00pm: $3 suggested donation per walking human for the performer.

Music with Mo Phillips, Thursday, July 14, 10:30am: Suggested donation is $3 per walking human.

New Parent & Breastfeeding Support Group, Thursday, July 14, 2:30pm:Come weigh your baby, connect with other mothers, ask questions, and get evidence based information about feeding a new baby at our weekly support group! We will offer information and non-judgmental support.

Mister Hoo of The Alphabeticians, Friday, July 15, 10:30am:Mister Hoo (Jeff Inlay), though familiar with the alphabet since childhood, has only grown to love it in recent years. A father of 2 and resident of West Linn, he has been in more bands than he can count (although he claims he can only count to 3), but is most well known for playing in Portland 90’s sensation Hummingfish, and is least well known for his time in Southern California punk band the Mendicant Sauciers. Join him every Friday at 10:30am at Milagros! Suggested donation is $3 per walking human.

Tiny Talkers is bringing its Baby Signing 101 Workshop back to Milagros on Tuesday, June 28, 10:30am:

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

Baby Blues Connection Postpartum Support Group, Monday, May 30, 10:00am: Baby Blues Connection provides free peer-to-peer support for pregnant women and new moms experiencing symptoms of depression, anxiety, or adjustment-related stress. Please call 1-866-3752 (toll-free) for more information. Or visit www.babybluesconnection.org

No Mr. Ben this week. Ben will be back at Milagros , Tuesday, June 7.

Music Time with Van Oodles,  Wednesday, June 1, 1:00pm: $3 suggested donation per walking human for the performer.

Mo Phillips, Thursday, June 2, 10:30am: Join Mo Phillips for rockin’ music fun for little ones and adults. Suggested donation is $3 per walking human.

New Parent & Breastfeeding Support Group, Thursday, June 2, 2:30pm:Come weigh your baby, connect with other mothers, ask questions, and get evidence based information about feeding a new baby at our weekly support group! We will offer information and non-judgmental support. This group will be hosted by Karla Nussbaum, IBCLC and Lea Lipscomb, lactation educator.