Posted on March 3rd, 2009 by Gretchen
Marie Rinkowski-Spangler is Baltimore’s babywearing expert and is certified through Babywearing International. In this entry she puts the My Baby Nest baby sling to the test: I totally get it. The idea is to have the comfort, support, safety, and cuddliness of a wrap, but easier to learn and faster to put on. I think [...]
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Posted on February 26th, 2009 by Gretchen
Are you looking for hip baby products at great prices? Check out Baby Steals- a deal of the day site. Basically, every weekday they post one product (sometimes in various styles, sizes, and colors) that is reduced by 50% at least (sometimes more). They are usually overstocks from past seasons, but, It is always trendy [...]
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Posted on November 19th, 2008 by Gretchen
I know you have been there. You are in a public restroom and about to change a diaper, and feel so bad for your baby as you have to lay them down on a cold, hard surface to change their diaper with only a thin, flimsy changing pad between them and the table. Or you [...]
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Posted on November 11th, 2008 by jenn
Special Beginnings Birth and Women’s Center will host its fall Natural Baby and Child Fair, Sunday, November 16 from 10 am to 4 pm. Local vendors will be on hand to offer their goods, just in time for the holiday season. Â It’s also a great opportunity to check out Special Beginnings and its array of [...]
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Posted on November 4th, 2008 by Gretchen
ICAN of Baltimore has been around for awhile. They are a grassroots organization that supports women and families through all areas related to Cesarean births. They have monthly meetings and this month’s is a good one for all pregnant mamas, or those just curious about a future birth, or have had a c-section in the [...]
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Posted on October 24th, 2008 by jenn
There’s still time to show your support for Breast Cancer Awareness Month, in October and beyond.  Bumkins Finer Baby Products is offering a special promotion in an effort to raise consciousness regarding this deadly threat that affects approximately 240,000 women annually.  They have placed their popular Grande Diaper Bag (Rose Circle Print) on sale for $36.95 [...]
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Posted on October 14th, 2008 by Gretchen
Petunia Pickle Bottom is synonymous with luxury diaper bag. The bags are beautiful, functional, and have the price tag to match. Definitely a splurge! But, twice a year they clean house and offer up a sample sale.  Samples, seconds, and overstocks are sold at 30%-70% off retail prices.  Needless to say, quantities are limited. [...]
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Posted on September 23rd, 2008 by jenn
Here’s another wonderful opportunity from the folks at family-friendly EvolveWell Healing Arts Studio in Roland Park: Sacred Parenting Circle A place for parents who are yearning for community in their efforts to consciously raise their children. Join a community of support, respect, and deep listening that will empower you to reconnect with your own spirituality so that you can [...]
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Posted on September 7th, 2008 by Gretchen
The Clip N’ Feed nursing cover takes two great concepts and rolls them into one. First, it is a modern nursing cover. But, it also comes with clips to either attach to the neck strap, or to clip onto the stroller to allow the baby some snooze time while out and about. The covers come [...]
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Posted on August 29th, 2008 by Lavina
A Personal Renewal Group for Mothers is coming soon to Lauraville’s Bediboo boutique! Supportive, nurturing and empowering, a Personal Renewal Group (PRG) is a life coaching program created specifically to guide moms in exploring and practicing how to 1) “reconnect†with who you are, 2) make well-being a priority so you can live, love and [...]
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