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They welcome you for a FREE inspection of TIRES, BRAKES, WIPERS, HEATER & DEFROSTER. Call 818-901-1113 and ask for David or Per. AutoAid is located in the heart of Van Nuys at Today in History The U.S. Post Office is established.(1794) V-E Day, Germany signs unconditional surrender.(1945) Mad Magazine hits the newsstands.(1952) The World Health Organization announces that Smallpox has been eradicated worldwide.(1980) Iris Day No Socks Day V-E Day World Red Cross Day / World Red Crescent Day Play and Grow Smart-er Tips Nancy Pyne-Hapke, author of “Play and Grow Smart, A Guide Supporting Brain Development, Birth through Five,” has been giving tips to aid your child’s optimum skill development through proactive neuroscience-based activities, now every Sunday. These ideas come from scholarly sources to personal interviews, from the internet to periodicals to books. “LIFE SKILLS” DEVELOPMENTAL SKILL DEFINITION: personal care, responsibility, self-reliance, invention, resourcefulness, ingenuity, invention. THE CRITICAL WINDOWS during which the circuits of the brain are being most heavily wired for LIFE SKILLS is birth to 5 years old. The more opportunity children have to experience healthy, positive and nurturing life skill experiences during this critical period, the more efficiently their brains will work over the long run. A FEW DEVELOPMENTAL LEARNING TOOLS (toys and other objects) for LIFE SKILLS: · puzzles · toy telephone · dolls/stuffed animals · construction or building toys · craft projects · investigative toys · costumes and props · play figures/structures involving 2 or more players Some general Life Skills tidbits: ·· AS YOU CARRY ON DAILY CHORES, talk about objects around the house. Show him different uses for the same thing – dig with a spoon, eat with a spoon; drink from a container, pour from a container. ·· IN THE CAR, point out things like trees, houses, people walking dogs, cars, big trucks and stop signs. ·· NAME THINGS that are the same/different, bigger/smaller, hot/cold, tall/short, high/low, moving/still, light/dark, noisy/quiet, etc. ·· OFFER CHOICES. She can tell you if she wants to wear red or blue today or she wants a banana or a cracker. ·· DURING THE DAY, name items of clothing/colors and count how many (counting/sequencing backward = subtraction, counting/sequencing forward = addition). Count flowers/leaves, peas/corn, shoes/socks, people at the park (adults/children, boys/girls). ·· WHEN VACUUMING, give him a pretend or child-sized vacuum to copy you; when fixing dinner, let him play with plastic dishes. Next week – “Creativity, Pt. 1” ?s – msmarm@roadrunner.com HAPPY MOTHERS DAY! BEFORE I WAS A MOM Before I was a Mom I made and ate hot meals. I had unstained clothing. I had quiet conversations on the phone. Before I was a Mom, I slept as late as I wanted And never worried about how late I got into bed. I brushed my hair and my teeth every day. Before I was Mom I cleaned my house each day. I never tripped over toys or forgot words of lullabies. Before I was a Mom I didn’t worry whether or not my plants were poisonous. I never thought about immunizations. Before I was a Mom I had never been puked on Pooped on Spit on Chewed on Peed on Or pinched by tiny fingers Before I was a Mom I had complete control of: My thoughts My body And my mind. I slept all night. Before I was a Mom I never held down a screaming child So that doctors could do tests Or give shots. I never looked into teary eyes and cried. I never got gloriously happy over a simple grin. I never sat up late hours at night watching a baby sleep. Before I was a Mom I never held a sleeping baby just because I didn’t want to put it down. I never felt my heart break into a million pieces When I couldn’t stop the hurt. I never knew that something so small Could affect my life so much. I never knew that I could love someone so much. I never knew I would love being a Mom. Before I was a Mom I didn’t know the feeling of having my heart outside my body. I didn’t know how special it could feel to feed a hungry baby. I didn’t know that bond between a Mother and her child. I didn’t know that something so small Could make me feel so important. Before I was a Mom I had never gotten up in the middle of the night every 10 minutes to make sure all was okay I had never known the warmth The joy The love The heartache The wonder Or the satisfaction of being a Mom. I didn’t know I was capable of feeling so much before I was a Mom. Huge Mother’s Day Sale This Week Only! May 6th – May 15th 40-70% off mom & baby items! Huge Spring Cleaning Sale including… Baby Jackets, Rain Coats, Diaper Bags, baby clothing by iPlay, L’oved Baby, & SageCreek, select nursing bras by Anita, Bravado, & Medela, Plan Toys, HABA toys & teethers, Sprig Toys, and more! Don’t miss out on the $5 baby clothes rack and the $20 nursing bra rack! A Mother’s Haven Boutique & Educational Center 15928 Ventura Blvd, Ste 116 in Encino, 91436 818-380-3111 www.shopthehaven.com Get Fit and Lose Weight Recommendation from Jens List member michelestein@naicapital.com “I started going after RPM was mentioned on Jen’s List and I love it! RPM is a boutique fitness and wellness studio in West Toluca Lake. RPM offers a variety of fitness classes, where you can meet all of your workout needs – including spinning, pilates, body sculpting and an classes developed by one the owners called “The Karyn Technique” which focuses solely on the glutes. They also offer private training, bootcamps, weight loss and cleansing programs. Classes are intimate and the studio has a warm, friendly atmosphere.” Mention Jen’s List to get 50% off bootcamp and classes for new clients. 818-762-7746 www.rpmfitnessstudio.com Take Time Off For Yourself This Mother’s Day Today, Sunday, May 8th Improve strength, flexibility, balance, and posture by doing Pilates Mat Classes with Kym Dameworth from BetterBody Pilates at Lululemon at The Commons in Calabasas for a complimentary Pilates Mat Class on Mother’s Day. Expect to stimulate the deep “core” muscles of your hips, abdomen, low back and spine. Focus on your breathing and improve your mental clarity and enjoy free “me” time before “your” special day. This class will add variety to your Pilates (or yoga) practice. www.betterbodypilates.com International Dyslexia Association (IDA) Speaker Series for Parents Tuesday May 17th, 7:30pm Lainie Donnell, M.A. & Elizabeth Lutsky, M.A., both Educational Therapists, present “A Journey Through Our Special Education: The Challenges and Triumphs.” They will discuss what they faced throughout their education, and the strategies that have helped them compensate for their learning differences. They will also share insights about how to better support your children as they navigate their way through their education. FREE EVENT @ Providence Tarzana Medical Center! RSVP- info@dyslexiala.org www.dyslexiala.org May Youth Naturalist Program for ages 8 – 12: Outdoor Survival Sat, May 14th from 9:30 am to 12:30pm Children will learn basic survival skills and plenty of tips on how to how to stay comfortable and safe and keep from getting lost when hiking or camping. Fee is $20. For more information or to pre-register, call Susan Haugland at 818-591-1701 ext. 212. Headwaters Corner 23075 Mulholland Highway in Calabasas, 91302. www.mountainstrust.org/education/ynp.html Temple Kol Tikvah Family Shabbat Friday, May 13th at 6:30 pm. Shabbat Service for families with Religious School age children. 20400 Ventura Blvd. in Woodland Hills 818-348-0670 www.koltikvah.org Private Swim Lesson Leads at Your Home Miss Marie is offering private in-home swim lessons in the San Fernando Valley She has 34 years of very successful experience teaching all levels of swimming to children and adults and maintains up-to-date certifications in Water Safety Instruction, First Aid and CPR and is fully insured with many excellent references. Her method is positive, nurturing and fun with emphasis on safety. For more information call (818) 424-3401 or email LearnToSwimNow@gmail.com. AND Lauren Berger is a Private Swimming Instructor for children of all ages/levels She has been teaching lessons for 6 years and is WSI (Water Safety Instructor) certified. She is also certified by the Red Cross in CPR. She specializes in basic training for children of all ages, but also works with children to improve their strokes and swimming abilities. Her main goals are water safety, confidence building and having a great time! Email lberger1@umd.edu or call at (818)324-4259 AND Fun & Therapeutic Private Swim Lessons Always wanted to learn how to swim, but never bothered? Start the season off right. Want to ensure water safety on your next trip? Looking for a fun way to get fit? Private swim lessons are directed to your specific needs at any pool of your choice. With over 10 years of experience with all ages and skill levels, Mira is certified in first aid, AED, lifeguard, WSI, pool op, and EMT. She has a BS in neuropsychology and is studying toward her MD. Contact her with any questions and to schedule lessons. mirabreitstein@gmail.com Medically Supervised HCG Weight Loss Program May 12th at 6:30pm FREE Interactive Meeting with Dr. Nina Levy and learn how you can look lose up to 20-30bs in 4 weeks. How would you like to control your appetite and reduce cravings, have more energy, lower your cholesterol and blood pressure, reduce your risk of heart disease, keep your muscle mass and melt away your trouble areas. Dr. Nina Levy uses the only Patented HCG drops in her weight loss program. The HCG Protocol serves as a jumpstart and a catalyst to a healthy lifestyle clients can maintain for life. Once you have reached your goal, you can continue on a healthy lifestyle regimen. RSVP to info@mediwellness.net or 818-879-7979. 28047 Dorothy Dr., Suite 201 in Agoura Hills, 91301 www.mediwellness.net Professional, Easy & Convenient Access to Experienced Occupational, Physical & Speech Therapists Does your child’s teacher have concerns about his performance in school? Do you watch your child and feel as if “something just isn’t right?” Do you hear yourself frequently asking, “If only he could..?” If this sounds familiar www.WebOT4Kids.com can help. WebOT4Kids offers OT screenings for children reviewed by an occupational therapist. “Ask the Therapist” allows parents to ask questions directly to an OT. Live webinars offer info so parents can immediately help their child at home and in school. Growing and Grilling with Laura Taylor At Home Want to grow a veggie garden but don’t have space? Sunday, May 15th from 10am-12pm You’ll be amazed at what you can grow in containers. Learn about growing and plant your own container garden to take home. Girls and grills Sunday, May 22nd from 3pm-6pm Even if you’ve never cooked on a grill you’ll want to take this class. Learn the basics and move on to make some delicious recipes all cooked on the grill. (818) 716-7130 www.LauraTaylorAtHome.com Gan Chaya Early Childhood Center in Brentwood Now Enrolling for Fall 2011 They unite children, teachers and families for a constructive early childhood experience. Their beautiful and sensory-rich environment stimulates each child’s natural love for learning. Their qualified teachers are sensitive to each child’s unique qualities, and carefully help them blossom to beautiful, strong trees. (310) 207-4543 www.ganchaya.com Are You Obsessed With All Things Beauty? If you want to be up on the latest products and treatments for your skin, hair and body, look no further than www.InsiderBeautyBuzz.com. From must-have makeup to lotions and potions that can help you look years younger, they have you covered from head to toe. Sign up for the free weekly email and you’ll get first dibs on giveaways, special events and breaking beauty news as it happens. You can even email your burning beauty questions and they will get back to you with personalized advice. www.insiderbeautybuzz.com Pastry Perfect: Party Planning, Candy Buffets & Custom Cakes Summer knows how special you want your child’s party to be so everything is provided to transform your home or location into the party of your child’s dreams. She supplies everything from invitations, decorations, food, cake or cupcakes, favors, games and prizes and also offers photography services to help capture your child’s special day! Check out the amazing pictures from her most recent Princess Party and see some of her lovely custom fondant cakes and candy buffets. www.summerspastryperfect.com Final Touch Roofing, Inc. For all your roofing needs. They have many satisfied Jen’s List members. They specialize in residential and commercial roofing. Mention Jen’s List and receive 5% off any re-roof and 10% off any complete new roof. (818) 487-7071 www.roofneeds.com Save on Summer Camp at Studio LOL in Studio City! Jen’s List Readers: SAVE 10%. Week-long camps are offered throughout the summer. Campers will study improv and sketch comedy and perform for family and friends at the end of the week. Fun for all ages (4 to 18). Interested teens should contact the school about teacher-in-training opportunities. Call (818) 660-3460 to sign up, or email studioLOLclasses@gmail.com. www.StudioLOL.com/camps Culver City Little League Proudly Presents Summer Baseball Camp Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. From June 20th through August 12th at Bill Botts Field $150 per week (includes 1 camp t-shirt) (310) 855-2686 www.culvercitylittleleague.org Reprise Theatre Company Presents Ray Romano Live for One Performance Only Tuesday, June 7th at 8 p.m. at Royce Hall at UCLA Ticket sales from Ray Romano Live support Reprise’s mission to produce musical theatre of the highest artistic quality and to make this art form accessible to new audiences through education and outreach programs. Ray Romano Live is an evening of stand-up, music and magic with “Everybody Loves Raymond’s” Ray Romano. The evening will be hosted by Reprise Artistic Director Jason Alexander and will feature star pianist/composer Todd Schroeder and award-winning comedian/magician Dana Daniels. Tickets go on sale to the public on Tuesday, May 10. For tickets, call the UCLA Central Ticket Office at (310) 825-2101 or visit www.reprise.org. Announcing MomAngeles.com It is a comprehensive online resource for LA Moms that lists all of the categories below and reviews kids venues, events, resources, and more! Sign-up at www.MomAngeles.com to stay in the loop on the latest scoop! Topics include coupons and deals, finding a school, get-fit mommy, iPhone apps, parenting resources, read this book, kids venues (including museums, zoos, aquariums, trains, pay to play environments etc.), kids classes, kids birthday parties, kids gyms. Looking for Someone to do a Video Montage? Bari will take your most treasured images, put them to music and transfer the completed photomontage to DVD. You will get a one of a kind DVD slideshow keepsake. It is perfect as a personalized photo gift or heirloom to pass on to future generations. Great for graduation parties or gifts, new babies, weddings and engagement parties, anniversaries, bar/bat mitzvahs, birthdays and team sports. Gift certificates are available. www.slideshowsbybari.weebly.com Take Care of Your Body Through Your Pregnancy & Birth With Pregnancy Massage LA Pregnancy often creates specific aches and pains that are easily alleviated through bodywork. Pregnancy Massage LA is an outcall massage service specializing in supporting women during this special time of bringing a little one into the world. They go to you. Certified, Licensed and Insured, you can be at ease knowing you are in the best hands! $75/hour for Jen’s List readers for the first massage. Gift certificates and package discounts available and they work on Dads too. www.pregnancymassagela.com Why Drive & Sit in Traffic to Go to Speech Therapy When Speech Therapy Can Come To You Toni Francisco is a Licensed Speech Language Pathologist with 10 years of experience in treating a wide variety of individuals ranging from pre-school children to the elderly. She has extensive experience successfully treating individuals with autism, articulation disorders, phonological disorders, language delays and disorders, apraxia, global development delays, dysfluent speech, and cognitive impairments. Mention Jen’s List and receive $50 off of your first in-home therapy session. speech2speak@gmail.com Free Tele-Seminar: “5 Key Elements of Fertility” Thursday, May 12th at 6:30 p.m. PDT Learn the 5 steps to balanced health and why they are important for achieving your maximum fertility, the 3 things you can start doing right away to improve your chances of becoming pregnant and discover your greatest ally in your quest for conception. Register on-line at www.elementsoffertility.com/free-events/free-teleseminars. You must pre-register to get your call-in number and PIN for access to the call. Ciara Dance Studio Offers Quality Dance Training & a Warm, Welcoming Atmosphere Recitals are June 11th and 12th at Pepperdine University From beginner to advanced, they have classes for everyone. They offer Hip Hop, Ballet, Contemporary, and more. First class is free,. (818) 888-7744 www.ciaradance.com Calkids Consignment From June 10th to 12th, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. 1431 Truman Street, in San Fernando Consignor space is filling up for the Calkids Consignment June event in the city of San Fernando. Shop, consign, volunteer, or sponsor the events that provide families the marketplace for selling and saving on everything for baby and growing kids. www.calkidsconsignment.com. TEACH through Love: Free Online Parenting Classes May 16th at 10 a.m. Stress-Proof Your Kids (& you!).Lori Petro will host clinical therapist Elizabeth Walther as she shows parents practical tools for managing stress and diffusing conflict at home and at school. The 8-Week parenting series begins May 18th from 4 to 5:30 p.m. Transform your parenting with respectful communication tools and a new understanding of discipline. 6 lessons, 2 support calls and an introductory Bonus Audio. For more information and/or to register, visit www.teach-through-love.com/online-parenting-classes.html. Live Jazz Music Wednesday, May 18th at 8 p.m. at Maxim Restaurant 531 North Fairfax Avenue, South of Santa Monica Boulevard in Los Angeles Mel Lee – drums, Jeff Takiguchi – bass, Dean Roubicek – sax, Ron Hershewe – guitar, Ron Barrows – trumpet, Igor Khramov – trombone. $20 cover, full bar, food menu, plenty of parking. (323) 653-7820 or (310) 428-7499 www.gigmasters.com/jazz-band/Jazzmasters/ Planning a Bar or Bat Mitzvah? Call Leslie Talley Photography Leslie Talley’s clients will tell you that there is no one who will capture the essence of your child and family better than her. To see for yourself, schedule a Bar or Bat Mitzvah consultation with her and she will provide you with a complimentary family photo session to prove it. Absolutely no obligation. The 2012 calendar is booking rapidly so call now to reserve your date. Leslie Talley Photography is located in Encino. (818) 383-2115 www.leslietalley.com June & Co. Salon has feathers! Located in Woodland Hills, they have a nice assortment of the latest hair accessory feathers. The feathers come in a bunch of five for $25.00. Call (818) 887-6290 for appointment. www.junenco.com Mother’s Day special $65 for up to 200 photos scanned. Need a last minute gift for Mom, give her the gift of memories, she can enjoy for years to come. Hold Onto Your Memories specializes in digitally transforming your traditional photography collection. The photo scanning services are the perfect way to preserve all your mom’s photos. They will send you a e-gift certificate. This includes complimentary pickup & delivery. Call 775-453-6536 or email JEN@HOYM.US. Jens list members mention JMOM2011. WWW.HOYM.US Malibu Pre-School Summer Camp by the Sea From July 11th to August 19th There are still a few spaces available for this amazing Pre-School Summer Camp program. Art, Science, Music, beach days, hiking days journalism and drama will be our focus. They offer full and half day programs. Join the transition program for 2 or almost 2 years old on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. There is also a special camp program for 5 and 6 years old full or part time. Hours are Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Tour dates are scheduled on Wednesdays, May l8th and the 25th at 10 a.m. Call Sarah at (310) 497-7197 or Dede at (818) 621-4761. www.ganmalibu.com Looking for a Summer Nanny? Mention Jen’s List and Receive 50% Off The Nanny League is dedicated to matching families with college educated professional nannies who are highly competent, creative, and nurturing individuals. Through a trusted and personalized process, The Nanny League will help you find the perfect nanny to fit your special family. Visit www.thenannyleague.com or call (323) 656-6300 for more information. Got Sagging Skin? Are you unhappy with your droopy eye lids? Jowls? Sagging cheeks? Got eye bags? Turkey neck? Botox will not help. Surgery is not the answer. You need elasticity back to your skin. Try “Ethocyn” pearls. Apply to your face 2 times a day. Start now and you will look fabulous within weeks. Call and/or email to sample this amazing and affordable serum. Jen’s List members get discounted prices. Contact Sandra at (818) 219-4472 or Sansel007@gmail.com. www.ethocyninfo.com
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