Hi Everyone,

Hi everyone,

Caroline is starting a new moms group (drop in) this Friday at 3:30pm. It will happen every Friday in April and May. She wanted to have a space where moms she works with can come back and share new questions or concerns, but it’s open to all moms. Caroline’s focus is to create a space where moms can exchange about their experience and support each other, while having their parenting or (basic) breastfeeding questions answered. It can be especially appropriate for all new moms who seem to have a lot of questions, feel isolated and possibly dealing with some anxiety – although not exclusively. It will happen at Rites of Passage Midwifery office space, it’s a cosy and comfy space with tea, a scale, a changing area, easy parking, etc. If she gets enough interest, she will start it again in August.

Time: every Friday 3:30-5pm.
Address: 62 Hattie St in San Francisco
Fee: $30 ($20 for moms I worked with previously)
Focus: all moms and babies are welcome (not a breastfeeding focused group. there might be some specific topics occasionally – moms can email me if they plan on coming and want more info: caroline.kerherve@gmail.com).
Leader: IBCLC, postpartum doula, psychologist.

Caroline will also have a new 6 weeks series starting on April 25th. Please spread a word /tell moms with babies born in Feb, March and April! Fridays 1-3pm. More intimate setting and same moms each week to promote a group dynamic, a pre-defined topic each week, and resources provided in between sessions about going back to work, sleep, pumping, etc.

For more information, please contact Caroline Kerherve.

Registered Lactation Consultant IBCLC
Postpartum Doula CPD(DONA)
http://carolinekerherve.com/
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415.867.6873

Hello

Just wanted to let you know that Natural Resources is having a huge sale on all their classes this weekend only.

Our members save an additional 20% off the already reduced member class price. So this is a great time for folks to sign up for membership and enjoy these additional savings.

Non-members save 10% off the regular class price.

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Very Important!

Members need to purchase classes in store or by phone at 415-550-2611 to receive the 20% off. Non-members can shop online. We are open Saturday 11am-6pm and Sunday 11am-5pm

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Here are some of the great classes on sale this weekend at Natural Resources:

Yeshi’s Mother’s Group

(Members save $136 off regular non-member price)

Next series begins April 8th.

We HIGHLY recommend this group for moms with new babes.

Childbirth prep 6 Week series

(Members save $180 off regular non-member price) Next series begin April 1st, May 5th, June 24th & August 5th

Baby signing Playground

Next series begins May 16th & July 18th

Sleep Strategies for 6+ Months

Next classes: Mar 29th, Apr 13th & May 17th

Introducing Solids

Next class: April 9th

Breastfeeding & the Working Mom

Next classes: March 24th, April 28th, May 12th, June 30th, July 28th

Ideally, you should take this class at least 2 weeks prior to returning to work or school.

Check Out All Classes and more information about sale at www.naturalresources-sf.com

Natural Resources * Contact us at 415.550.2611

Introducing Solids and Raising a Healthy Eater

Tuesday, March 25, 10:30-12noon

At Birthways, 1600 Shattuck Ave, ste 122, Berkeley

Wednesday, March 19, 10:30-12noon

At Awaken Chiropractic, 3515 Grand Ave, Oakland

Cost: $40, Email virginia@vwnutrition.com to sign up.

Read more at  www.vwnutrition.com

Ideal for parents of babies 3-6 months. Babies are welcome!

This class will take all of the guesswork out of giving your baby the best nutrition and a healthy relationship with food right from the start.

Topics covered include:

·       Understanding when your child is ready for solid food and why

·       Safe first foods, looking beyond rice cereal and across the globe

·       Foods to avoid

·       How much food to give your child

·       Food texture and choking hazards, how to progress

·       Recommended “tool kit” for first feedings – no fancy gadgets involved

·       The importance of family mealtime

·       Recommended resources on healthy eating for you and your growing child

·       “Show and Tell” bag of food samples you can buy or make

Making Homemade Baby Food

Monday, March, 10, 10:30-12noon

At Birthways, 1600 Shattuck Ave, ste 122, Berkeley

Wednesday, April 2, 10:30-12noon

At Awaken Chiropractic, 3515 Grand Ave, Oakland

Cost: $45, Email virginia@vwnutrition.com to sign up. Read more at  www.vwnutrition.com

Ideal for parents of babies 3-8 months. Babies are welcome!

Fresh Baby Bites Co-Founder Cristina Serafyn joins Virginia Watkins to lead an educational and lively class on making your own baby food. Participants will learn several foundational recipes, taste and take home samples.

Topics covered include:

·       6 key time-saving tips, such as, “Cook the same foods for baby as you cook for yourself”

·       Recommended safe first foods

·       Foods to avoid

·       Herbs and spices

·       Raising a healthy eater and avoiding the picky-eating stage

·       Progressing to finger foods

·       Freezing and thawing

FREE PREGNANCY MASSAGE – EL CERRITO, CA. – APRIL 10, 2014

We are offering free pregnancy massages at our workshop in El Cerrito, CA Thursday April 10, 2014.

If you know of any pregnant moms, beyond 12 weeks, with no complications, who may be interested, please feel free to pass it.

Warm regards

Karen LaVelle
Body Therapy Education
3340 6th Avenue
San Diego, CA 92103
Tel# 858-204-8131 (Cell)

Tel # 858-633-3033 (Office)
www.bodytherapyeducation.com

Call for special offer 925.330.5509

or

email Martina Smolova Photography at msmolova@yahoo.com

www.MartinaSmolovaPhotography.com

http://martinasmolovaphotography.wordpress.com/

Martina Smolova Photography

Intro to Elimination Communication (EC) / Infant Potty Training

Saturday, February 15, 10am – Noon, El Cerrito

www.SimonaFino.com : 510-282-0623 : simonarae@yahoo.com

Did you know your baby has the ability to pee/poop in a potty? Did you know 50% of the world’s babies are potty trained by 1 year of age? Infant Potty Training / Elimination Communication (EC)  is a gentle, non-coercive method of potty training your baby. This introductory class will give you a clear understanding of how EC works and the tools to practice it easily and comfortably with your baby. It’s easier than you think and you’ll find many rewards with this practice. Sign up today!