Sunday September 18, 2011









Being a mother comes with its fair share of stresses, between after school activities, carpools, play dates, but stressing about the family finances should not be a part of the job description


Call Brett Dalton Financial Services, an office of MetLife, for a complimentary Financial Planning consultation, at 310.689.3332 or visit Brett’s Website at www.brettdalton.com to get more information.


Financial Planning services offered through MetLife Securities Inc. a Registered Investment Advisor.


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Today in History


www.history.com/this-day-in-history


National Cheeseburger Day


National Women’s Friendship Day – third Sunday in September


International eat an apple day


Oktoberfest begins


http://www.kids-list.com/Blog.aspx?blog=158


 


 


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.  These ideas come from scholarly sources to personal interviews, from the internet to periodicals to books.    
“FINE MOTOR”
developmental skill definition:  controlling and coordinating small muscle movements (dexterity in grasping, pincer movements, lateral movements, squeezing, threading, building, shaking, turning, spinning, pasting, lacing, cutting, drawing, writing, etc.), eye-hand coordination.    
THE CRITICAL WINDOWS during which the circuits of the brain are being most heavily wired for Fine Motor development is 3 – 10 years.  The more opportunity children have to experience healthy, positive and nurturing Fine Motor 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 FINE MOTOR
:  · push and pull toys  · hand-held teethers · puzzles  · activity sets  · hands-on products  · play phones  · toys that squeak  · sorters and stackers  · rattles  · craft projects  · construction sets  · cause and effect investigative toys                  
Some general “FINE MOTOR” tidbits:
·  FROM 12 – 18 MONTHS, Toddler drops, throws, stacks, bangs, pokes, twists and squeezes things.  
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BY 18 MONTHS, she likes to pull off some clothes (control over her environment), puts a round lid on a round pot (awareness of matching size/shape), carries a stuffed animal or doll (emulating you carrying her around, also beginning concept of possession: “mine!”).  
·  OFFER TODDLER FAT primary crayons – since small fingers are strong, “big kid” crayons will break easily and frustrate him.  With little control, he scribbles on paper for a few minutes.
·  SHE WILL BE HAPPIEST with fat primary crayons EVEN INTO 1st GRADE.  NOT using thin crayons (constant breakage) will make cleanup and organization easier, too.
Next week – “Music “
Any ?’s – msmarm@roadrunner.com


 


 


Treat yourself to FANTASTIC looking skin!


Kaela is a Jens List member, mom & a Beverly Hills trained clinical esthetician with 9+ yrs. experience. She always starts Fall off with a relaxing facial combined with a glycolic peel. Glycolic acid is naturally derived from sugar & is a non-invasive peel, that exfoliates the top layer to reveal fresh glowing skin, fading brown spots & removing blemishes while decreasing fine lines/wrinkles. The beauty supply store will offer you ‘over the counter’ choices like Alpha Beta Daily face peel by Dr. Dennis Gross, but Vivite cream by Allergan is only available at a doctor’s office or medical spa. Both under $100. Contact Kaela at Ruth Swissa Medical Spa at kaelaskin@gmail.com.


29020 Agoura Rd #A6 in Agoura Hills, 91301
(818) 735-8818


www.ruthswissa.com


 


 


Babyproofing Your Marriage-Julia Kantor, LMFT
The key to resolving an argument with your partner is to know when to stop talking!  When conflict is escalating, it is essential to take a break and come back to the conversation when both partners are calm.
This works only if you: agree in advance to both respect the boundary and set a time within a day to finish the talk.  During the break, breathe, meditate, center yourself with calming self-talk, (i.e. “it feels really bad but we’ll get through this”). Be sure you do return to the discussion in a timely manner. For more info on consultations and presentations, visit www.juliakantormft.com.


 


 


Voice Coach / Artist Development / Recording Studio / Songwriting / Speaking / Beginning Piano /
Bar~Bat Mitzvah Training


Tammy Dekel, of The Vocal Station, has a passion to bring out the best in others! From the first lesson, students learn techniques they can immediately apply! All ages & levels are welcome, from beginners to pros! Find your unique voice & style! Learn to sing in tune! Sing without strain! Prepare for auditions! Enhance range, power, performance & confidence! Record a demo for
career aspirations or just for fun!
Reach notes beyond your goals & dreams!
Become a true artist!
For extended services, visit
http://www.thevocalstation.comcall 818-822-7228 or email tammydek@gmail.com.


 


 


Fitness for Mommy, Fun for Baby!


Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays from 9:30-10:30


STROLLER STRIDES classes offer a total workout that combines power walking and jogging with intervals of strength, toning and stretching using the stroller, the environment and exercise tubing. Now in Calabasas at Gates Canyon Park! Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, 9:30-10:30. Meet next to the playground-all fitness levels welcome, pre & post-natal, and your first class is FREE! Contact lauratarana@gmail.com / 818.373.9093 or kimjohnson@strollerstrides.net / 818.679.3755. 


 


 


Top 10 Halloween Costumes for the Family


http://breezymama.com/2011/09/15/top-10-halloween-costumes-for-the-family-2


 


 


Fall Kindergarten Fair


Tuesday, September 20th from 6:30-8:30pm


This exciting, informative evening will introduce families to more than 45 different independent elementary schools in and around LA. Parents only, please.


8509 Higuera Street in Culver City.


www.laais.org


 


 


Be a healthy role model for children — 10 tips for setting good examples
Go food shopping together, offer the same foods for everyone, reward with attention not food, listen to your child, limit screen time, more.
http://www.choosemyplate.gov/


 


 


New location – Mathnasium of Oak Park


Mathnasium, a math-only learning center for kids, will be OPENING A NEW LOCATION IN OAK PARK at 630 Lindero Canyon Road next to the Fresh and Easy Market. In celebration, Mathnasium is offering several pre-opening specials. New students who want to enroll at the soon to open Oak Park center can take $100 off our comprehensive assessment by taking it now at our Thousand Oaks location. For more information about this and other offers, call (805) 777-8403 or email thousandoaks@mathnasium.com.


www.mathnasium.com


 


 


Create and send real postcards directly from your phone – new app makes it easy and fun 


Postcard on the Run is more than just another cool app – it’s a way for moms, dads, kids and friends to send a moment in time – instantly! Just snap a photo and send it as an actual postcard to friends or family – a real keepsake they can hold close to their heart, put up on the fridge or display at work. You can add a message and even sign it with your finger. Within 24 little hours, the postcard is en route. The app is free to download and postcards range from $.99 to $1.49. Enter promo code “JenJen” for extra savings just for crazy coupon Mommy readers!


· Video demo: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QlMQ2u1Ox4M&feature


· iTunes: http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/  


 


 


Attention all moms…How do you hear about your favorite stage shows coming to the Greater Los Angeles Area?


Feld Entertainment, Inc., the world’s leading producer of live family entertainment experiences such as Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey®, Feld Motor Sports, Disney On Ice and Disney Live! would like to hear your feedback on how you hear about live family entertainment productions. Would you mind taking less than 5 minutes to complete this marketing survey? Your input will help better promote their shows to the mom / parenting community in Los Angeles, Orange County, Inland Empire and Ventura County.


https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/LAMom


 


 


The Little Preschool is a dynamic, nurturing preschool located in the heart of Lake Balboa.


The school is big enough to offer an art room, reading room, science and writing areas and an incredible outdoor play space, but is small enough to give your child the cozy and nurturing feeling of home. Contact Oonagh or Beth for a tour at 818 996 2647 or email thelittlepreschool@gmail.com. Affordable rates for a high quality preschool education.


www.thelittlepreschool.com


 


 


Rolling Robots educational After School Workshops for kids aged 5-13


L.A.’s only Build-your-own-Robot store for kids is introducing Learn technology and engineering concepts years before your kids see them in school, and learn them in a fun, interactive environment. Jen’s List readers, use coupon code “COWO” for 50% off your first workshop.


http://rollingrobots.com


 


 


RingShuffle


Sometimes it’s not always convenient to provide a real mobile phone number to someone. It’s an app that provides temporary phone numbers that redirect to any mobile number. It’s then easy to delete this temporary number or ‘shuffle’ along to get a new one.


http://www.ringshuffle.com/


 


 


Professional Makeup Artist vat affordable prices


Do you have a special event coming up? Want to look great for an evening out? Need a makeover?


JMS Beauty specializes in the following:


Bridal/bridal party


Boudoir


Natural


Fashion/Editorial


Bar and Bat Mitzvah


Special Events


Do you want more than one look? Package deals are available.


Contact Janet at JMS Beauty!


661-414-4386


www.jmsbeauty.com


 


 


Parenting and language classes


Free story times – Sept. 20th at 10 am at Lacy Park


Our parenting place serves children, families, educators who care about early childhood development. The program supports developmental and progressive education.


www.ourparentingplace.com


 


 


Karate class for kids


Kids class 3 times a week for a mere $60 per month! They want to enrich the community. They want people and kids to have better lives. When you work out, learn a skill, are part of a great group, you feel good about yourself. From there the goodness spreads!


www.valleymac.com


 


 


The Power of Youth Voice


Friday, September 23rd from 5:00-7:30pm


Come take part in the fight against bullying! 6-out-of-10 teens witness bullying daily. So let’s ask them: how will we put a stop to Bullying, Cyber-Bullying & Teen Violence? The townhall meeting will take place at the Boys & Girls Club in Santa Monica, CA located at 1238 Lincoln Boulevard. Boys & Girls club youth will give their own testimonials alongside experts, and a panel of youth who are tackling this issue. A special guest, Kylie Morgan, who is a 16-year-old singer/songwriter will perform.


http://www.smbgc.org/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/TownHall_cyberbullying_KDZ1.pdf


 


 


Effective, FDA-Approved, Non-Drug, Non-invasive Treatment for Depression


The West Coast TMS Institute is pleased to offer one of the most advanced options for treating depression, Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation, or TMS. TMS is an ideal alternative for patients who have not responded adequately to antidepressant medication or who cannot tolerate drug side effects. TMS differs from traditional drug therapy in the way that it works. Extensive clinical research has proven the effectiveness of TMS.


www.westcoastTMSinstitute.com


 


 


Murals and decorative paint ideas to create your child’s Fantasy Room or nursery


Let Artistic Works by Debra help you to design and create your child’s special fantasy bedroom. With wonderful Murals or painted accents that will make your child’s room special and unique.


Shopping services offered for those parents with a busy schedule. Portfolio available upon request. Faux Finishing also offered.


(818) 438-0450 – Call for free Consultation.


www.artisticworksbydebra.com


 


 


Kids are back to school so buy yourself a gift!


September 19th, 20th and 21st from 10:30am to 4:00pm.


Lori Wilkins Immerman Fine Jewelry is having a Semi Annual Blow Out Sale and mini preview of her new line. Lori’s stunning collection is offered at wholesale prices and now is the perfect time to write your wish list for the holidays or a special occasion. Bring a friend and receive an extra 5% off!


19540 Wells Drive in Tarzana


818-990-6667


www.LWIJewelry.com


 


 


EARLY EXPLORERS CHILDCARE AND PRESCHOOL


An enriching home-based preschool and childcare is not enrolling 22 months and up. Located in the West Valley, your ‘Explorer’ will find a warm, dynamic & joyful home environment filled with a myriad of daily activities & opportunities for learning & exploring! The approach is, child-centered, play-based, & has as its basis an understanding of the developmental steps of growth in young children. Director/ Main Teacher has 17 yrs. experience & is CA Credentialed in both Child Development and K-12. See website or FB for Details and Reviews. Mention Jen’s List for special offer!


www.EarlyExplorersOnline.com


 


 


New Children’s Educational Product


Autolearner is a new education product designed for preschoolers and early elementary school-aged children. It consists of a plastic lesson holder that attaches to the front-seat headrest of a car and holds educational lessons. The lessons consist of color layouts highlighting educational information for children, such as the alphabet, numbers, colors, and letter sounds. Parents or other caregivers use the lessons to engage in an educational conversation while in the car.


www.theautolearner.com


 


 


Art classes for you and your kids at Susan Manders’ Art Experience


According to current studies it has become a well-known fact that painting will cure anything that ales you and will enhance your child’s learning abilities. Just try the art class and you will find yourself smiling all the more. So if you are ready to revitalize your painting techniques or rejuvenate that painting you have on the back burner of your mind just show up. Your painting experience will be worth a thousand words.   It’s clearly a win-win situation. Mention Jen’s List.


www.susanmanders.com


 


 


Super Soccer Stars Arrives in Los Angeles


New York’s most popular soccer classes for kids have finally arrived in LA! Founded in 2000, Super Soccer Stars is an instructional soccer program that teaches the basics of the game to kids ages 2-7 (prices from $160 for the season). They offer classes all over the city, so whether you live in Santa Monica, Pacific Palisades, Venice, there’s a class for you! Super Soccer Stars also offers birthday parties and private groups – you say when & where, and they take care of the rest.


http://la.supersoccerstars.com/index.php


 


 


Jewish Day School NEW location!


Take a tour, at a time convenient for you, of the new Conejo Jewish Day School campus in Thousand Oaks, right at the 101 and 23 freeway. View the school video: http://www.conejojewishdayschool.com/.


“Kids who go to CJDS get more than just a great education. They become better PEOPLE. The school creates mensches. I can’t think of another school where that’s a high priority or an obvious result.”


parent Michael Laskow, TAXI, Independent A&R


“As a filmmaker, I chose CJDS because I have an eye for detail and this school produces the finest caliber of students.” parent Michael Miller, Producer of The Glee Project


Questions? Tour requests? Contact Melisopp@yahoo.com or call/text 8054327009.


 


 


My Corporation’s Free Day – Free incorporations, copies of Quicktime and domain names!


Do you have an awesome business idea but have been putting off taking the steps needed to turn it into a company? Well now is your chance to get the wheels turning! MyCorporation is giving away free incorporation/LLC services, a copy of Quicktime and a free domain name with coupon code “MYFREE” all day on September 20th. The economy may be sluggish, but now there is no reason you have to be too! Go to their site to take full advantage of their offer.


www.mycorporation.com


 


 


Tell NASA to Uphold the SSFL Cleanup Agreement


Action is required to support the clean up in the Calabasas, Chatsworth, Simi and Oak Park areas – submit your note by Monday September 19, 2011.


http://org2.democracyinaction.org/o/5393/p/dia/action/public/?action_KEY=8080


 


 


Doggy Potty Patch with Real Grass


No need to take your dog out to go potty when it is not convenient. No more walking in the rain, no late night or early morning walks. Fits right on your patio. Your dog will love its own private yard. Basic clean, sturdy construction, no frills. Uses real sod. Sod will last 2 weeks before replacement. Sod replacement cost is approximately $3.00 from a local nursery. Box self-drains. Size: 18.5in x 48in x 6in (holds 1 piece of sod). Cost: $65.00, including free local San Fernando Valley delivery. Email doggypottypatch@gmail.com.


 


 


LOVESWELL: Best Reviewed Play about relationship in the 1st year of having a BABY!


ONE NIGHT ONLY: Monday, Sept. 26th at 8pm


Type “Jens List” get $5 off


LOVESWELL is the Most Talked About, Best Reviewed, Hilariously Intimate Plays of the Year about a man fighting for his relationship in the first year of having a BABY!


The Beautiful Zephyr Theatre


7456 Melrose at Vista


Tickets & Info – www.loveswell.com


50+Glowing Reviews:


“RECOMMENDED! Funny & Poignant. Terrific portrayal of love & marriage.”-Reviewplays.com


“EXCELLENT”-The Times “I was laughing, crying, and very touched.”-MS


 


 


LOSE THAT WEIGHT WITH BUST IT BOOTCAMP By Fit Happens L.A.


GET INTO THE BEST SHAPE OF YOUR LIFE- Check out the hottest way to get fit- burn 400-600 calories PER CLASS. 4 days a week for 4 weeks. Other days/options also available. Geared specifically to Mommies & Daddies! Everything from Plyometrics to Kickboxing to Drills. New sessions starting NOW, although you can begin ANYTIME! Classes in BURBANK*, SILVERLAKE*, SHERMAN OAKS, MT. WASHINGTON*, CALABASSAS & AGOURA HILLS. (*= Offers CHILDCARE for a small fee) Call or email for days & times. Wanna work out for FREE? Get a crew of 6+ of your pals together we’ll come to you and your session is FREE! Also now on Facebook under “BUST It BOOTCAMP by Fit Happens L.A.”


www.fithappensla.com


http://www.yelp.com/biz/fit-happens-burbank


(818)563-4704


 


 


Sliding Scale Web + Blog Design, Logo’s, Graphic Design, Internet


Marketing, Branding, Tech Coaching Not tech savvy? No problem. Firebrand does it all for you, fast and affordably. An all-female company, Firebrand understands the confusion and frustration that trying to create a great blog, website or start a web based business can create. That’s why they offer great, fast affordable services, and do it all for you, so you get to relax and focus on more important things. With sites starting as low as $499, contact Firebrand today to discuss your idea, or project, or web site needs. Technical coaching and website re- designs welcome too! Contact contact@web-digs.com or 917-674-4063.


http://FireBrand.ws


 


 


MarcAllison Jeans and Lexiewear Fall 2011
Order your favorite Lexie pieces now – hey are only available for a very limited time!
Tuesday, September 20th from 11am to 2pm AND 6pm to 8pm
and
Wednesday, September 21st from 11am to 2pm
19701 wells dr. in Woodland Hills, 91364
Marc Allison Jeans are the hottest, most comfortable jeans around and the fit is amazing. See them in the trendiest stores, on celebrities, featured in GLAMOUR MAGAZINE. The fabric is lovely and the colors are very cool. These are priced at just $89…much less than you will find them at Fred Segal or Lisa Kline.


 


 


Get Paid to Watch Commercials


A new site has launched that pays people to watch commercials. This is perfect for moms and people who want to make extra money watching about 10 minutes of commercials a day. It’s free and accredited by the BBB.


http://www.varolo.com/village/cacommercials