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Inside Look: East Valley Infant Massage
| Posted on February 5, 2016 at 8:46 AM |
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 I met Michelle Cordero last year when we both participated in PB&J Events' Pregnancy + Baby Fair. She is a wealth of information about infant massage, an amazing tool to help parents bond with their Sweet Peas. Infant massage can also help with common hurdles in the childbearing year: fussy tummies, teething, and bonding with siblings, to name a few. What makes Michelle's classes unique is that she is willing to work with families who have toddlers. Most Infant Massage classes only welcome families with non-mobile children, making you ineligible once your Sweet Pea is 6-months old. Not so with Michelle - since she is a licensed massage therapist, she is able to tailor classes especially to the group. I wish you enjoy this month's Inside Look with Michelle! Her contact information is at the end of the post if you want to enroll in an upcoming class, or take advantage of her FREE monthly intro classes. Tell me about East Valley Infant Massage. East Valley
Infant Massage (“EVIM”) provides private and group classes to
teach parents and caregivers how to massage their babies. I provide nurturing
touch skills to parents to impact children for a lifetime. What kind of clientele does EVIM serve? EVIM classes are
designed for parents and caregivers of infants and toddlers who want to include
a powerful tool in their care giving to help promote healthy bonding, growth
and development. Parents with babies who have tummy issues report that regular
massage has been helpful in minimizing digestion discomforts. Regular massage
also promotes better sleep and relieves other issues such as teething and
congestion. What age range of client does this service
care for? Is there anything you do not provide for? Our typical class participants range from 3 weeks
old to pre-crawling, mostly because we then have a captive audience. We do
welcome children up to around 3 years of age, but the more mobile the child,
the more creative we have to get in class. It makes for an interesting
session! Even though I am also a licensed massage
therapist and can massage the babies myself, I do not provide the massage to
the baby directly (I bring demo dolls with me to class) because I want to
empower the caregiver with the skills to massage baby not only in class, but
long after. There are some interesting studies out there that show that infant
massage can help parents become more confident in their abilities as
parents. What makes EVIM unique? I tailor each class for the needs of the
participants. I'm currently working on adding new classes at different times of
the day/week to best accommodate moms and dads with different schedules.
Because not one time is perfect for all babies, I understand that sometimes baby
will be sleeping or fussy during class. I encourage participants to tend to
their babies' needs, such as feeding, changing or rocking baby while watching
the instruction. I always send parents home with great handouts to help them
practice at home and welcome any follow up questions (during the next class in
a series or by phone/email/text in case anything was missed during class. What motivated you to start EVIM? I have been a massage therapist for almost 14
years and have worked on clients of all ages, including babies and toddlers.
When I had my son 4 years ago, I joined different mom groups online and in
person and saw a lot of moms asking for help in different areas with their
babies, including sleeping issues, tummy problems and advice for helping dad and
siblings bond with baby. I knew that infant massage can help immensely in these
areas and more, so I decided to get my certification to teach infant massage to
parents to give them more tools to help their babies and their families. Is there anything else our readers should know
about EVIM? I'm often asked for the magic massage routine
that will make all babies sleep through the night or get rid of gassy tummies
completely. I wish I could say that there is one surefire way to accomplish
these things. However, I know that touch is a simple, yet powerful and
underutilized tool that can be added to routine care giving and can make a huge
difference for families. Even if baby is a relatively "easy" baby,
the family can experience many benefits from massage. I love to facilitate
those benefits for my class participants. What inspires you? Tough question, since I have many sources of
inspiration. My son and husband inspire me daily; as they remind me to slow
down, enjoy the day-to-day and find joy in simple pleasures. I'm also inspired
by those who do for others with no expectation of getting anything in
return. Michelle's contact informtation PHONE: 480-269-1531 EMAIL: [email protected] SOCIAL MEDIA: WHERE TO FIND MICHELLE: **Free
intro class for expectant parents at the Ahwatukee Babies"R"Us on the
2nd Thursday of the month
from 6-7 **Group
classes held at Modern Mommy. Check the website as new classes will be added soon. Disclaimer: The material included in this blog is for informational
purposes only. It is not intended nor implied to be a substitute for
professional medical advice. The reader should always consult her or his
healthcare provider to determine the appropriateness of the information for
their own situation. Krystyna and Bruss
Bowman and Bowman House, LLC accept no liability for the content of this site,
or for the consequences of any actions taken on the basis of the information provided. This blog contains information about
our classes available in Chandler, AZ and Payson, AZ and is not the official
website of The Bradley Method®. The views contained in this video and on our
blog do not necessarily reflect those of The Bradley Method® or the American
Academy of Husband-Coached Childbirth®.   |
Inside Look: Moon Dreams Music
| Posted on March 3, 2014 at 5:12 PM |
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 One of the beautiful things about the internet is making connections with other individuals who love supporting families. I had the pleasure of meeting Susan Moss through LinkedIn. I am so honored to bring you our virtual interview and to share her amazing music with our Sweet Pea students and readers through our blog and our newsletter. I hope you will be as touched by her music as I have been! Tell us a little about your company. MoonDreams Music Recording Group is an independent Record
Label specializing in lullaby music for babies and their parents. Each
song has an instrumental version to sing along to. Some of our lullaby
music is interwoven with the soothing sounds of the night and the ocean.
Our multi award winning lullaby cd, "Carousel Dreams" has helped many
babies fall asleep, and parents relax. How did you know that music was your calling? I knew that music was my calling at around age 5 or 6.
I would always sing to songs on the radio, tape myself singing as a kid, and
always knew I wanted to be a singer. I started writing poems at age 11,
and songs in my late teens. What ages do you have in mind when you create music? The lullabies we wrote are perfect for babies and toddlers,
and also relaxing for parents to listen to. The instrumental versions of
our songs are great to sing along to as well. We are currently working on
new projects, which include a children's holiday song, summer themes, and
relaxation music for all ages. What advice do you have for parents that want to share the
love of music with their children? My advice to parents is to start always playing soft music
when babies are in the womb, and then always introduce different kinds of music
as babies and toddlers. Of course, our lullabies are very soothing for
bedtime. What inspired Carousel Dreams? Carousel Dreams was created by a friend, and myself and we
were both inspired by our children. My friend had some lyrics she wrote
for her daughter, that she asked me to put music to. We then had a
repertoire of songs, including lyrics she wrote, and songs I had wrote,
and it turned into, Carousel Dreams - a Collection of Lullabies What is your dream for the families that listen to your
music? My dream for the families that listen to my music is to
create a relaxing and soothing atmosphere for bedtime, naptime, and a loving
family experience. Do you have a favorite song from that album? It's hard to pick a favorite song from that album, but some
of my favorites are Night Song, Angel Blue Eyes and Little Sleeping Angel. Rumor has it that you are in the studio again...do you have
an “EDD” for your new album? Yes, we have started recording new music, including a
holiday-themed children's song, summer themed lullabies, and relaxation music
for everyone. It has been a long time in
the making, and we will be releasing YouTube videos of the making of it, and
updates as we go along. We have already produced some YouTube Videos of our
lullabies. To hear our current music and
to get the latest news, you can subscribe to our YouTube Channel. In addition to our cd, we also offer a Product Line of
MoonDreams Music Merchandise, including collections of t-shirts, baby gifts,
fashion accessories, etc. with our original designs, logos, and Carousel Dreams
cd cover art. These products are available HERE and HERE. Thank you for getting to know Susan Moss with me...Best wishes as she continues to write and record for her next album. Enjoy this music collaboration with artist Laurie Shanholtzer, set to the music of "Night Song": Where to find MoonDreams Music Recording Group, LLC Website: www.moondreamsmusic.com To Purchase Cd and Downloads: www.cdbaby.com/cd/moondreams CafePress Store: www.cafepress.com/moondreamsmusic Zazzle Store: www.zazzle.com/moondreamsmusic*/ Facebook: www.facebook.com/MoonDreamsMusicRec Twitter: www.twitter.com/moondreamsmusic Pinterest: www.pinterest.com/moondreamsmusic Instagram: www.instagram.com/moondreamsmusic
Disclaimer:
The material included on this site is for informational purposes only. It is not intended nor implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice. The reader should always consult her or his healthcare provider to determine the appropriateness of the information for their own situation. Krystyna and Bruss Bowman and Bowman House, LLC accept no liability for the content of this site, or for the consequences of any actions taken on the basis of the information provided. This blog contains information about our classes available in Chandler, AZ and Payson, AZ and is not the official website of The Bradley Method®. The views contained on this blog do not necessarily reflect those of The Bradley Method® or the American Academy of Husband-Coached Childbirth®. |
UPCOMING EVENTS: January 27-31, 2014
| Posted on January 27, 2014 at 12:50 PM |
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Happy New Year...and it's finally time to get our events calendar posted again!! Here are some events around the Phoenix area that support natural pregnancy, birth, breastfeeding and attachment parenting. We try to get out and about as much as we can - we look forward to seeing you and your Sweet Peas around town :) MONDAY, JANUARY 27, 2014 Prenatal Yoga The Nest at Babymoon Inn @ 6:00 pm 220 E Lexington Ave Phoenix AZ 85012 602-314-7755 TUESDAY, JANUARY 28, 2014 Tumbleweed Tots This indoor play area is designed for children 5 years of age and under to play under parental/guardian supervision. This fun, safe and clean area will have plenty of toys, equipment and activities that are sure to keep the kids entertained. There is a maximum of four children per adult. Fee included in all TRC family passes. Tumbleweed Rec Center @ 9am – 11am 745 E. Germann Rd. Chandler, AZ 85286 480-782-2900 Fish Feeding Come see an 18,500 gallon freshwater aquarium that offers an up-close view of trophy-sized catfish, bass, striper and blue gill. Feeding includes an informative presentation about the fish. Saturdays and Sundays at 2:00 pm and Tuesdays at 6:00 pm. Also, every day kids can help us feed the trout in our Trout Stream at 1:30pm. Bass Pro Shop Trout Stream @ 1:30 pm Bass Pro Shop Aquarium @ 6:00 pm 1133 N Dobson Rd Mesa 85201 602-606-5600 Prenatal Yoga + Fitness This prenatal yoga + fitness class will have all the elements of a traditional vinyasa (flow) yoga, designed for your prenatal needs, with added options for any mommas seeking a little extra fitness to compliment and enhance pregnancy, as well as help you to prepare for you upcoming birth journey. Any stage of pregnancy is welcome (including postpartum), as is any fitness level. Classes are $10 drop in or $30 for 4 classes. Emerge Acupuncture & Community Center @ 5:30 – 6:30 pm 123 E. Baseline Road, Suite D102 Tempe, Arizona 85283 480-466-2004 BELLIES at Nurturing Hearts As always, this is open to anyone and everyone!! Topic: Breastfeeding - Getting Started Preparing for breastfeeding and the first few weeks - things that can go wrong, things we can do to prevent problems, solutions to problems...ways to make it easier and a more enjoyable experience. Nurturing Hearts Birth Services @ 7:00 pm 40 W Brown Rd, Suite 108 Mesa, Arizona 85201 480-659-4162 Birth Circle - East Valley A birth circle is a gathering of pregnant women, new moms and mamas a few miles into the journey. It's a chance to meet people, to share experiences and to ask questions about the journey to motherhood in a non-judgmental, supportive environment. It’s an opportunity to tell your birth story and be heard, to process you birth story in new ways, to listen to a range of experiences as you prepare to birth your baby, to ask questions about birth, babies, breastfeeding and parenting, to connect with other pregnant and new moms in the community, and maybe meet some birth professionals as well. Sozo Coffeehouse @ 7:15 pm 1982 N Alma School Rd Chandler, AZ 85224 Facilitator: Michelle Topic: The Beauty of Pregnancy - Celebrating the Changes WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 29, 2014 National Geographic Kids Club The Chandler Fashion Center Kids Club is a great opportunity for your child to learn in a fun, interactive setting. Meet in the Gap wing near the Food Court now through mid-November! Note: There are 40+ participating shopping centers across the USA. To see if there is a Nat Geo Kids Club near you, click HERE This week’s theme: Let's get ready, get set, it's time to talk about your pets. Dogs, cats and parrots too, are a part of our families and really love you! Chandler Fashion Center @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am 3111 W Chandler Blvd Chandler, AZ 85226 (480) 812-8488 Music Time Enjoy singing, simple instruments and movements with your child. For children ages 5 and under and their caregiver. Bookmans Mesa @ 10:00 – 10:30 am 1056 S. Country Club Dr. Mesa, AZ 85210 480-835-0505 Inn Mommies: Explorers Playgroup Rhyme Time with the Explorers: This is a wonderful group where you can come and meet other new moms and their babies. Bring your lunch if you like, the Babymoon Inn coffee and tea bar will be open! Join us as we sing a few songs and rhymes before we get out a variety of toys to play. Get ready to Twinkle Twinkle and Itsy Bitsy Spider. This playgroup is for moms and babies of all ages that are exploring their world. Pregnant moms are also welcome. It is open to women that have given birth in all settings: home, at Babymoon Inn, or in a hospital. Siblings are welcome in the Explorers group. We meet at The Nest at Babymoon Inn which is across the street from the birth center. The Nest at Babymoon Inn @ 10:00 am 220 E Lexington Ave Phoenix AZ 85012 602-314-7755 Blossoming Moms Breastfeeding and Postpartum Support Pregnant moms are welcome too! Facilitator: Michelle Hottya 818-606-5687 Blossom Birth and Wellness Center @ 11:00 am 2928 N 16th Place Phoenix, AZ 85016 Dignity Healthcare Breastfeeding Support Group With the exception of major holidays… For more information, please call the ResourceLink toll-free 1 (877) 728-5414, Monday through Friday from 8 am to 5:30 pm Chandler Regional Medical Center @ 11:00 am to 12:30 pm 1955 W Frye Rd Chandler, AZ 85224 What’s Your Favorite Animal? By Eric Carle SPECIAL EVENT: Everybody has a favorite animal. Join us for a special Storytime and share why you love your animal. Tell a story, draw a picture and hear about them all. Barnes & Noble @ 11:00 am 3111 W. Chandler Blvd #2054 Chandler, AZ 85226 480-792-1312 Pregnancy And Postpartum Depression Support Group Free support group to help moms support each other through the adjustments of pregnancy and postpartum anxiety/depression. Partners, Babies & Toddlers are Welcome. No Registration Necessary. Free parking available off of Frye Road. Meeting held in the Morrison Building (blue roofed building just east of Chandler Regional) – follow signs. For Questions Call: Resource Link 480.728.5414 or 480.728.5617 (Recorded line with more information) Group Contact: Missy Beauchamp 480-728-5620 Chandler Regional Medical Center @ 1:00 – 2:30 pm 1955 West Frye Road Chandler, AZ 85224 Inn Mommies: Breastfeeding Support and Cuddlers Group Please join us Wednesdays at 1:00 p.m.! This is a group for expecting and new mommies with babies that are not yet crawling and is open to women giving birth at home, at Babymoon Inn, or in a hospital. This is a wonderful group where you can come and meet other new moms and their babies. We usually have a topic each week and also time to get to know each other. Open to the community, for all mommies and their babies (expectant mommies too). Bring your lunch if you like, the Babymoon Inn coffee and tea bar will be open :-). Hope to see you there! Please no older siblings in the Cuddlers group. Inn Mommies is facilitated by Michelle Clark. Amey Clark, RN, IBCLC is on hand for breastfeeding support and weight checks. We are now meeting at The Nest at Babymoon Inn. Located across the street from the Birth Center. The Nest at Babymoon Inn @ 1:00 pm 220 E Lexington Ave Phoenix AZ 85012 602-314-7755 Phoenix Art Museum It’s never to early to start art appreciation with your Sweet Peas. You can enjoy PhxArtKids, an interactive space for children, along with galleries of art showcasing American, Asian, European, Latin American, Western American, modern and contemporary art, and fashion design. The Phoenix Art Museum offers free admission every Wednesday afternoon and on First Fridays. Phoenix Art Museum @ 3:00 – 9:00 pm 1625 N. Central Ave. Phoenix, AZ 85004 602-256-7539 Wildflower Kids Every Wednesday, Wildflower kids enjoy a complimentary cookie, milk & activity. Program offered at all locations. Find your nearest store HERE http://www.wildflowerbread.com/locations/ Wildflower Bread Company @ 3:30 pm to 4:00 pm Chandler Fashion Center 3111 W. Chandler Blvd., Suite 1100 Chandler, AZ, 85226 480-821-8200 Prenatal Yoga The Nest at Babymoon Inn @ 6:00 pm 220 E Lexington Ave Phoenix AZ 85012 602-314-7755 Phoenix Public Market “our Open-Air Market is a natural gathering place that celebrates neighborhoods and the neighbors. It offers an eclectic high-quality mix of: Fresh in-season fruits and vegetables, produce, flowers, jams, baked goods, dried beans, free-range eggs and honey, live plants and unique local arts and crafts, tasty hot foods, music, and more. Open Air Market @ 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm 721 N Central Phoenix, AZ THURSDAY, JANUARY 30, 2014 Tumbleweed Tots This indoor play area is designed for children 5 years of age and under to play under parental/guardian supervision. This fun, safe and clean area will have plenty of toys, equipment and activities that are sure to keep the kids entertained. There is a maximum of four children per adult. Fee included in all TRC family passes. Tumbleweed Rec Center @ 9am – 11am 745 E. Germann Rd. Chandler, AZ 85286 480-782-2900 Chandler Farmer’s Market This Farmers Market hosts a variety of vendors including produce, baked goods, salsa, jams and honey, olive oil, seafood, granola, beauty products, and much more! The Craft Market will be held once a month on the first Thursday of each month. Come find hand made and hand crafted items from local artisans. Dr. AJ Chandler Park @ 3:00 pm – 7:00 pm 3 South Arizona Avenue Chandler, AZ 480-855-3539 FRIDAY, JANUARY 31, 2014 Mesa Community Farmers Market May include depending on season: fresh produce, baked goods, jams & jellies, salsas, spices, natural pork, beef and fish, hand-made craft products, lotions and soaps. Free admission, free parking. Accepts AZ Farmers Market Nutrition Program vouchers. Located near downtown Mesa and cafes, coffee shops, museums, and antique stores. Rendezvous Green @ 9:00 am - 1:00 pm 263 N. Center St. Mesa, AZ 85201 602-290-5067 Dignity Healthcare Breastfeeding Support Group With the exception of major holidays… For more information, please call the ResourceLink toll-free 1 (877) 728-5414, Monday through Friday from 8 am to 5:30 pm Mercy Gilbert Medical Center @ 10:00 am to 11:30 am 3555 S Val Vista Dr. Gilbert, AZ 85297 Groovy Kids Music Groovy Kids Music is for babies and kids of all ages. Class participants can expect music and movement, singing, rhythm, instruments, and fun!! This class is for children of all ages. The cost is $10 for one child, and $5 for each sibling. RSVP if possible, but drop-ins are welcome! As always, the Babymoon Inn snack and drink bar will be open. We hope to see you there! The Nest at Babymoon Inn @ 10:00 am & 11:00 am – two sessions! 220 E Lexington Ave Phoenix AZ 85012 602-314-7755 Storytime at Barnes & Noble King of the Zoo: When it came to being king of the zoo, there was no one cooler or cleverer or charming-er than Carlos the chameleon. Until one day... when everything changed. More events HERE Barnes & Noble @ 10:30 am 3111 W. Chandler Blvd #2054 Chandler, AZ 85226 480-792-1312 Fun Fridays Children 1 to 4 and their caregivers can enjoy themed events, including hand motion songs, sing-alongs, dancing, stories and games. Activities are designed to enhance musical, social, physical and memory skills. Caregivers must remain in the store. Microsoft Store @ 10:30 am to 11:15 am Scottsdale Fashion Square 7014 E. Camelback Road, Suite 1288 Scottsdale, AZ 85251 480-308-0800 Food Truck Friday Phoenix Public Market @ 11:30 am – 1:00 pm 721 N Central Phoenix, AZ Enchanted Island Family Night There’s never a charge to enter Enchanted Island. You simply pay for the rides you want to ride on, the games you want to play, and the food you want to eat. Friday nights, enjoy special pricing for unlimited rides: $6.50 for Children or Adults Wristbands Enchanted Island Amusement Park @ 5:00 – 9:30 pm 1202 W. Encanto Blvd. Phoenix, AZ 85007 602-254-1200 Free Outdoor Concert – Tempe Bring the family out to enjoy great live music performed by a variety of musicians. Choose from two stages of entertainment. For more information click HERE Tempe Marketplace @ 7:00 pm 2000 E Rio Salado Pkwy Tempe 85281 480-966-9338 Free Outdoor Concert – N. Phoenix/Scottsdale Bring the family out to enjoy great live music performed by a variety of musicians. Choose from two stages of entertainment. For more information click HERE Desert Ridge Marketplace @ 7:00 – 9:00 pm
21001 N Tatum Blvd Phoenix 85050 480-513-7586 LIBRARIES: Chandler, AZ http://www.chandlerlibrary.org/ Glendale, AZ http://www.glendaleaz.com/Library/index.cfm Mesa, AZ http://www.mesalibrary.org/ Payson, AZ http://www.paysonlibrary.com/ Phoenix, AZ http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/default.jsp Peoria, AZ http://library.peoriaaz.gov/polaris/default.aspx Scottsdale, AZ http://library.scottsdaleaz.gov/ Tempe, AZ http://www.tempe.gov/index.aspx?page=1588 Monterey, CA http://www.monterey.org/library/Home.aspx To submit your event: Please follow this format (same as above). Anything that is not "copy-paste" ready may not be posted - it will depend on how much time I have between homeschooling and loving on four littles. Event Name Description & Cost Location Name & Time Address Contact Phone Number Send your event information to [email protected] Disclaimer: The material included on this site is for informational purposes only. It is not intended nor implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice. The reader should always consult her or his healthcare provider to determine the appropriateness of the information for their own situation. Krystyna and Bruss Bowman and Bowman House, LLC accept no liability for the content of this site, or for the consequences of any actions taken on the basis of the information provided. This blog contains information about our classes available in Chandler, AZ and Payson, AZ and is not the official website of The Bradley Method®. The views contained on this blog do not necessarily reflect those of The Bradley Method® or the American Academy of Husband-Coached Childbirth®. |
Babymoon: Just Say Yes!
| Posted on November 22, 2013 at 11:40 PM |
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Our Fall class is winding up...and we have already said, "Welcome, earthside!" to the first baby from that class. Fun times! I thought today would be a great time to write about an idea that is gaining traction here in the West: The Babymoon. The material included on this site is for informational purposes only. It is not intended nor implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice. The reader should always consult her or his healthcare provider to determine the appropriateness of the information for their own situation. Krystyna and Bruss Bowman and Bowman House, LLC accept no liability for the content of this site, or for the consequences of any actions taken on the basis of the information provided. This blog contains information about our classes available in Chandler, AZ and Payson, AZ and is not the official website of The Bradley Method®. The views contained on this blog do not necessarily reflect those of The Bradley Method® or the American Academy of Husband-Coached Childbirth®. |