Category: Parenting
Posted October 6th, 2009 in Parenting |
Have you checked out Parenting Unplugged? Well, you should…
Today’s show (10/6) at 11 am will feature Dr. Kathy Massarie. Dr. Kathy Massarie is a pediatrician, life coach and author of two wonderful parenting books: “Raising our Daughters” and “Raising our Sons”. You can be part of the conversation during the show, just email your questions to info@parentingunpluggedradio.com or send an Instant Message during the show by visiting the Parenting Unplugged website when you are listening live (listen live here).
If you miss it, fear not! Just download the podcast any time as well as podcasts of all past editions.
Posted October 3rd, 2009 in Parenting, clothing |
Bumkins SuperBibs are wonderful functional, affordable bibs for meal time or any messy time with the wee ones. These bibs are PVC, BPA, Phthalate & Vinyl Free and made with love in the USA. They feature a velcro closure, a catchall pocket, and are easy to clean on the fly – just wipe it off! and they are machine washable.
We have a wide selection of SuperBibs in fun, lively patterns at Milagros.
We carry many great bib lines at Milagros for meal time and anytime including a lovely selection of locally made bibs and Baby Bjorn bibs. So if you are looking for bibs, come on in!
Posted September 15th, 2009 in Parenting |
…because it is easier than carrying around a wallet card. And every now and then I need a small reminder of what my children need from me in addition to love.
Thank you to Jesse at Blackbird Tattoo for helping me keep this mantra permanently within reach.
Posted September 15th, 2009 in Classes, Parenting |
Tuesday, September 15th, 6:30 -8:30pm
This class focuses on the primacy of connection in parenting young children, and on parenting without punishments, consequences or conditional rewards of any kind.
Registration:
You may pay on our website (http://continuumlearningcommunity.com/index.html) using a credit card/paypal, or email Lyla at lylaw@comcast.net for an address to send a check.
Quiet babies in arms welcome.
More information at http://continuumlearningcommunity.com
Posted September 3rd, 2009 in Classes, Milagros News, Parenting | Tags: Classes, connected parenting |
Tuesday, September 15th, 6:30 -8:30pm
This class focuses on the primacy of connection in parenting young children, and on parenting without punishments, consequences or conditional rewards of any kind.
Look deeply past difficult behaviors to discover the underlying needs of our children, and begin to use concrete tools to respond effectively to parenting challenges.
This class covers respectful limit setting, developmental norms, listening to childrens’ feelings, resolving sibling conflicts, and many practical ideas about what to do instead of being either an authoritarian or a permissive parent.
Incorporates concepts from the work of Alfie Kohn (Unconditional Parenting), Dr. Gordon Neufeld (Hold on to Your Kids), Lawrence J. Cohen (Playful Parenting), Pam Leo (Connection Parenting) and Marshall Rosenburg (NVC), as well as the varied professional and personal experience of facilitators Lyla and Emily.
Facilitated By:
Lyla Wolfenstein, B.S., IBCLC, Parent Educator, Lactation Consultant and Mother of 2
Emily Troper, ECE, Parenting and Early Childhood Educator and Mother of 4
Anyone who takes the Introductory Class (or any of our previous Connected Parenting classes) and want continued coaching and support are invited to register for the 4-part Connected Parenting Support and Discussion Series.
Registration:
You may pay on our website (http://continuumlearningcommunity.com/index.html) using a credit card/paypal, or email Lyla at lylaw@comcast.net for an address to send a check.
It is strongly recommended that you sign up for the intro class and the coaching series at the same time to ensure a space in the coaching series. Registration fee for the 4-part series includes the class packet, which includes many valuable articles and resources for continued enrichment (or sharing with partners) at home. There is limited childcare available for the coaching/support series, please inquire with Lyla for details.
Quiet babies in arms welcome.
More information at http://continuumlearningcommunity.com
Posted August 6th, 2009 in Events, Parenting, pregnancy | Tags: community, groups |
We are often asked about opportunties for new and expectant parents to meet and connect. Well a new opportunity in the Alberta area is set to launch next month. Here are the details, via Mothergarden:
Mothergarden
A free drop-in group for moms & babies
Come meet other moms, laugh, cry, tell our stories, and most of all, support each other.
Mondays 10:30-noon, starting September 7
Nurture, Center for Growing Families
1614 NE Alberta St, Portland, OR 97211
www.nurturepdx.com/mothergarden
Hosted by Welcome with Love Family Care (www.welcomewithlovefamilycare.com), and Nurture, Center for Growing Families.
What is Mothergarden? Mothergarden is a space to relax and share your experience of being a mother, meet other moms, trade stories and suggestions, find the support you need, and simply enjoy the company of other moms & babies.
How did Mothergarden come to be? Mothergarden has been birthed from a lovely partnership between Nurture and Sarah Nuxoll of Welcome with Love Family Care. Sarah’s vision of helping women as they grow into their roles as mothers is perfectly complemented by Nurture’s mission to provide a warm and welcoming space for growing families to find the support they need. Our intention is to bring together moms & babies to help bring forth the collective wisdom, humor, and compassion that sustain and nourish us as mothers.
Who is invited? Although we created Mothergarden to help new mothers find support and companionship, we also welcome expectant mothers, dads & partners, grandparents, friends, and others who are interested in creating a parenting community to support each other.
For more information, visit www.nurturepdx.com/mothergarden, or contact Sarah atwelcomewithlove@gmail.com
Posted July 22nd, 2009 in Classes, Parenting | Tags: breastfeeding, Classes, nursing |
Thursday, July 23rd, 6:00pm
Breastfeeding is the most natural and healthy way to feed your baby, but it does not always come naturally. Join the Nursing Mothers Counsel for a casual and informative class on how to initiate a successful breastfeeding relationship. Bring your questions! Topics include: benefits of breastfeeding, proper latch, how often to breastfeed, common early problems or concerns, troubleshooting. Partners/Friends/Family are welcome and encouraged to attend.
For more information, please contact – Jasmin Catoe-Ganahl at 503-939-3737 orbilly9770@comcast.net
Check out some of our other upcoming classes including Cloth Diapering 101 and Options for Childbirth class.
Posted June 24th, 2009 in Classes, Events, Parenting | Tags: breastfeeding, Classes |
Thursday, June 25th, 6:00pm
Breastfeeding is the most natural and healthy way to feed your baby, but it does not always come naturally. Join the Nursing Mothers Counsel for a casual and informative class on how to initiate a successful breastfeeding relationship. Bring your questions! Topics include: benefits of breastfeeding, proper latch, how often to breastfeed, common early problems or concerns, troubleshooting. Partners/Friends/Family are welcome and encouraged to attend.
For more information, please contact – Jasmin Catoe-Ganahl at 503-939-3737 or billy9770@comcast.net
Milagros offers many products for breast-feeding support including nursing bras by Bravado and Medela, breast pads, Medela breast pumps, pump parts and accessories, and breast milk storage supplies by Medela.
Posted April 22nd, 2009 in Classes, Parenting, health |
The Nursing Mothers Counsel Breastfeeding Class will be at Milagros Thursday, April 23 at 6 pm for it monthly breastfeeding support class. If you are an expectant parent and want to learn about initiating a successful breastfeeding relationship or if you are a parent already and need advice on latch issues or any problems or concerns, please come out for this free gathering.
For more information, please contact – Jasmin Catoe-Ganahl at 503-939-3737 or billy9770@comcast.net
This free class is offered at Milagros on the fourth Thursday of every month at 6 pm.
Milagros carries many items for breastfeeding support including nursing bras by Bravado and Medela, breast pads, and Medela breastpumps and parts.
P.S. Speaking of breastfeeding, thank you Gov. Gregoire and the WA legislature for supporting the right to breastfeed in public.
Posted August 27th, 2008 in Milagros News, Parenting |
How does a new mama get a shower when there isn t another adult around? Two things saved me! A baby bathtub & a shower sling!
When Mila was new, Tony was generally working at home. But then one day he was away at a meeting and I needed a shower STAT! The bouncy seat outside of the tub just didn t cut it. Somehow Mila knew I wasn t *right* there and woke up wailing A friend had given me one of those plastic baby bathtubs so in it I laid down a cozy cloth diaper and set the whole shebang at the back of our tub. I adjusted the shower to get as little water as possible on Mila, and she was so amazingly happy in there. I ll tell ya, I think I only used that tub once to bathe her, but countless times to bathe me!
Flash forward several months later, when we went to Hawaii and I bought a water sling in preparation(so many variations of water slings available. A couple of types to check out are http://www.gypsymama.com/shop/proddetail.php?prod=water & http://www.kangarookorner.com/c-29-water-slings.aspx – we have both at Milagros).
I envisioned wading in the warm waters with her and fearing she would be swept out of my arms! I knew the sling would quell my fears. While we used the sling quite a bit on that trip, it was also handy at the swimming pool. Her papa and I would alternate swimming laps and wearing Mila (in the shallow part of the pool). After Gael was born I pulled our shower sling out and that is how I accomplished clean mamahood in the early days with him.
