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Positive Discipline Class at Milagros

Posted March 12th, 2011 in Classes | Tags: , | Comments Off

Introduction to Positive Discipline: The First 3 Years of Life

Wednesday, March 16th at 10:30am at Milagros

From the class provider: Positive Discipline offers proactive and peaceful ways to provide guidance and structure to our children’s lives. Empowering to both parents and children, Positive Discipline presents practical tools to address everyday challenges of life with a little one, while affirming the long-term vision we have for our children.

Join us for a free two-hour Introduction to Positive Discipline workshop! Come meet other parents, learn the principles of Positive Discipline, and take home a few new skills to enhance your life with your toddler.

While the workshop is not designed for the presence of children, please feel free to bring your children if you do not have child-care. Pre-register with Megan at megan.barella@gmail.com to reserve your space.

This Week at Milagros Feb. 22 – Feb. 27

Posted February 21st, 2011 in Classes, Events | Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , | Comments Off

Mr. Ben, Tuesday, February 22, 10:30am: Join Mr. Ben for music and fun at Milagros every Tuesday at 10:30am. Suggested donation is $3 per walking human.

Mister Hoo of The AlphabeticiansWednesday, February 23, 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.

Professor Banjo Old Time Music for Families, Wednesday, February 23, 1:00pm: Join Professor Banjo every Wednesday at Milagros for old time picking and grinning for little ones and adults. Fun for the whole family. All ages. Suggested donation is $3 per walking human.

Mo Phillips, Thursday, February 24, 10:3o am: Join Mo Phillips for rockin’ music fun for little ones and adults. Suggested donation is $3 per walking human.

Piano Pixies Preschool Piano Class, Thursday, February 24, 1:00pm: 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.

Nursing Mothers Counsel Breastfeeding Class, Thursday, February 24, 6:30pm: Breastfeeding is the most natural and healthy way to feed your baby, but it does not always come naturally. Get support and your questions answered. Free.

Shadow Puppet Theatre, Friday, February 25, 10:30am: David Freleng brings his Shadow Puppet Theatre to Milagros every Friday at 10:30am! David’s performances are interactive, kids help act out the plays and games. Children are encouraged to let their creativity and imagination run rampant as they are in control of what happens in the story. Suggested donation is $3 per walking human.

Tiny Talkers Baby Signing 101 Workshop, Friday, February 25, 12:30pm: 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.

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

Cloth Diapering 101, Saturday, February 26, 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!

Clothing Diapering 101 is now offered at Milagros on the 2nd Sunday and the 4th Saturday of every month!

Babywearing 101, Sunday, February 27, 11:00am: 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

Baby Sign 101 With Tiny Talkers

Posted February 16th, 2011 in Classes | Tags: , , , | Comments Off

Tiny Talkers is bringing its Baby Signing 101 Workshop back to Milagros on Friday, February 25, 12:30pm:

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

Prepare Your Child for Managing Money

Posted February 15th, 2011 in Classes | Tags: , | Comments Off

We have so many wonderful entertaining and educational events at Milagros. Here is a timely FREE workshop this Thursday:

Raising Financially Responsible Children
Thursday, February 17
6:00pm
Milagros Boutique

Instructor: Kimberly Wuepper Rudick, Financial Services Professional, New York Life

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. During our time together we will discuss:

  • How to model financially responsible traits to your children (2 to 8 yo)
  • Creating an environment that teaches children the value of work and money
  • Teaching parents the first steps in fostering a financially responsible relationship with their children

Each participant will be provided with a workbook, filled with games and activities to take away. To assure there are a proper number of materials, please confirm attendance by enrolling online at www.KimberlyWuepper.com (go to “seminars”) or by calling 503.515.6043

Please note: This is an adult-only event

This Week at Milagros Feb. 15 – Feb. 20

Posted February 14th, 2011 in Classes, Events | Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , | Comments Off

Mr. Ben, Tuesday, February 15, 10:30am: Join Mr. Ben for music and fun at Milagros every Tuesday at 10:30am. Suggested donation is $3 per walking human.

BirthMatters Pregnancy Support Group, Tuesday, February 15, 6:30pm:This support group is a safe gathering place for pregnant moms to talk without judgment or embarrassment. We meet every third Tuesday of the month at 6:30 pm at Milagros. Free, no RSVP required. More info.

Professor Banjo Old Time Music for Families, Wednesday, February 16, 1:00pm: Join Professor Banjo every Wednesday at Milagros for old time picking and grinning for little ones and adults. Fun for the whole family. All ages. Suggested donation is $3 per walking human.

Diaper Free Baby Meeting, Wednesday, February 16, 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!

Puppet Play with Ms. Yvonne, Tuesday, February 16, 4:00pm: Yvonne de Maat of Heart in Hand Preschool returns with a new Puppet Play at Milagros perfect for the youngest children (ages 3 to 6).

Mo Phillips, Thursday, February 17, 10:3o am: Join Mo Phillips for rockin’ music fun for little ones and adults. Suggested donation is $3 per walking human.

Raising Financially Responsible Children Workshop, Thursday, February 17, 6:00pm: 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

Shadow Puppet Theatre, Friday, February 18, 10:30am: David Freleng brings his Shadow Puppet Theatre to Milagros every Friday at 10:30am! David’s performances are interactive, kids help act out the plays and games. Children are encouraged to let their creativity and imagination run rampant as they are in control of what happens in the story. Suggested donation is $3 per walking human.

Portland Mocha Moms Playgroup, Saturday, February 19, 10:00am: Join the Portland Metro Mocha Moms for good conversation and good company. This support group meeting (aka chat and plays) allows moms to discuss important parenting (and personal) issues while the children play! Mocha Moms, is a support group for mothers of color. Anyone who supports the mission of Mocha Moms is welcome!

Cloth Diapering 101 Class This Sunday!

Posted February 10th, 2011 in diapering, Milagros News | Tags: , , , | Comments Off

We now offer our FREE Cloth Diapering 101 twice a month at Milagros!

In response to demand, we have added a second regular session of our intro to cloth diapering class.  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.

There has definitely been a renewed interest in traditional cloth diapering due to it being the most environmentally friendly and natural option for infant hygiene as well as the least expensive (I guess other than going diaper free). Cloth diapering choices are pin-free and easy and you can save thousands of dollars just by choosing cloth diapers over disposable options.

Cloth Diapering 101 at Milagros is free and no RSVP is required.  Next class is Sunday, February 13 at 11am.

This Week at Milagros Dec. 13 – Dec. 18

Posted December 13th, 2010 in Classes, Events | Tags: , | Comments Off

Professor Banjo Old Time Music for Families, Monday, December 13, 11:00am: Join Professor Banjo at Milagros for old time picking and grinning for little ones and adults. Fun for the whole family. All ages. Suggested donation is $3 per walking human. Please note that there is no Professor Banjo show on 12/27.

Mr. Ben, Tuesday, December 14, 10:30am: Join Mr. Ben for music and fun at Milagros every Tuesday at 10:30am. Suggested donation is $3 per walking human.

Infant CPR for New Parents, Tuesday, December 14, 6:00pm: Join Red Cross instructor Art Graves 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 Shelley or Carolina at 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.

Diaper Free Baby Meeting, Wednesday, December 15, 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!

Gingerbread Boy Puppet Play with Ms. Yvonne, Wednesday, December 15, 4:00pm: Yvonne de Maat of Heart in Hand Preschool returns with a new Puppet Play at Milagros perfect for the youngest children (ages 3 to 6): The Gingerbread Boy! Free!

Mo Phillips, Thursday, December 16, 10:30am: Join Mo Phillips for rockin’ music fun for little ones and adults. Suggested donation is $3 per walking human.

Piano Pixies Preschool Piano Class, Thursday, December 16, 1:00pm: 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.

Shadow Puppet Theatre, Friday, December 17, 10:30am: David Freleng brings his Shadow Puppet Theatre to Milagros every Friday at 10:30am! David’s performances are interactive, kids help act out the plays and games. Children are encouraged to let their creativity and imagination run rampant as they are in control of what happens in the story. Suggested donation is $3 per walking human.

Cloth Diapering 101 Class, Saturday, December 18, 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!

Parent & Child Yoga at Milagros on Dec. 8

Posted November 16th, 2010 in Classes | Tags: , | Comments Off

Local yoga practitioner Leslie Wilda is offering a FREE family yoga class at Milagros on December 8:

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

This Week at Milagros Nov. 15 – Nov. 21

Posted November 14th, 2010 in Classes, Events, Milagros News | Tags: , | Comments Off

Professor Banjo Old Time Music for Families, Monday, November 15, 11:00am: Join Professor Banjo every Monday at Milagros for old time picking and grinning for little ones and adults. Fun for the whole family. All ages. Suggested donation is $3 per walking human.

Mr. Ben, Tuesday, November 16, 10:30am: Join Mr. Ben for music and fun at Milagros every Tuesday at 10:30am. Suggested donation is $3 per walking human.

BirthMatters Pregnancy Support Group, Tuesday, November 16, 6:30pm: This support group is a safe gathering place for pregnant moms to talk without judgment or embarrassment. We meet every third Tuesday of the month at 6:30 pm at Milagros. Free, no RSVP required. More info.

MusikGarten Demo Class, Wednesday, November 17, 11:00am: FREE! A fun music class for small children and their caregivers. Come sing, dance and play with instruments with your little one and others. Meet other families and join in the fun of group music making. For ages infant through 3 ½ and their caregivers. Come join us!

Diaper Free Baby Meeting, Wednesday, November 17, 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!

Little Red Hen Puppet Play with Ms. Yvonne, Wednesday, November 17, 4:00pm: Yvonne de Maat of Heart in Hand Preschool returns with a new Puppet Play at Milagros perfect for the youngest children (ages 3 to 6): The Little Red Hen! Free!

Mo Phillips, Thursday, November 18, 10:30am: Join Mo Phillips for rockin’ music fun for little ones and adults. Suggested donation is $3 per walking human.

Piano Pixies Preschool Piano Class, Thursday, November 18, 1:00pm: 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.

Shadow Puppet Theatre, Friday, November 19, 10:30am: David Freleng brings his Shadow Puppet Theatre to Milagros every Friday at 10:30am! David’s performances are interactive, kids help act out the plays and games. Children are encouraged to let their creativity and imagination run rampant as they are in control of what happens in the story. Suggested donation is $3 per walking human.

VBAC Info Session with Dena Holstrom, RN, Sunday, November 21, 2:00pm:Come discover what VBACs are all about from a labor and delivery nurse who has experienced a successful VBAC herself!  Current research and facts and real-life information.  If you’ve been considering a VBAC or are interested in learning more about this birth option, come, listen, support and talk. Register at www.babyloveworkshop.com $20 per person, $30 per couple.

Prenatal Yoga with Skylor Powell, Sunday, November 21, 4:00pm: During pregnancy, our bodies are rapidly changing. Hormone levels, muscle tension and balance are three of the biggest proponents of this transitional time. Come join us for this one hour class as we open the hips and heart, strengthen the lower extremities, and find new balance and connection within our mind and body. Class is donation based and all levels are welcome! If you have no mat, please contact Skylor before class at 503.886.9101 so that she can be sure to provide you with what you need!

Prenatal Yoga on Sunday at Milagros

Posted November 13th, 2010 in Classes | Tags: | Comments Off

Just a reminder that Prenatal Yoga is at Milagros tomorrow – Sunday! – at 4pm:

During pregnancy, our bodies are rapidly changing. Hormone levels, muscle tension and balance are three of the biggest proponents of this transitional time. Come join us for this one hour class as we open the hips and heart, strengthen the lower extremities, and find new balance and connection within our mind and body. Establish an understanding of the strength, flexibility and stability that you have to share with your little one! Class is every Sunday from 4pm-5pm, starting October 17th. Doors open at 3:40pm. Class is donation based and all levels are welcome!

If you have no mat, please contact Skylor before class at 503.886.9101 so that she can be sure to provide you with what you need!