Win a Family Stay at First Ever Feeling lucky? You can be one of the first guests to ever stay at North America’s first and only LEGOLAND Hotel. The grand prize includes: *One night stay at LEGOLAND Hotel at LEGOLAND California Resort *Four 2-Day LEGOLAND California Resort tickets *$100 gift card BONUS: Everyone who enters the giveaway gets a Enter at http://www.redtri.com/landing-page/win!
Today in History Toothache Day The Beatles appear on the Ed Sullivan show. (1964) www.history.com/this-day-in-history
Michele the Trainer speaks about The 3 M’s of Michele the Trainer; Motivation, Movement & Mindset – Free Thursday March 14th from 12:30-1:30pm RSVP to Calabasas Library at 818-224-1758 Calabasas Library – Multipurpose Room 200 Civic Center Way in Calabasas Refreshments will be served. Any questions, or for personal training/wellness coaching, call Michele the Trainer at 877-409-1758 or email michele@michelethetrainer.com.
Horse Back Riding lessons at Paradise Valley Farm in Hidden Hills Special offer for kids and adults: Buy first lesson and second lesson is FREE! Discounts on lesson packages. Learn to ride or improve your riding in a private, serene setting. Children and adults learn to ride well and to take care of horses in the proper way. Email annetteost@sbcglobal.net or call (818) 903 3633 for more info.
Kadima Day School in West Hills, Presents A Taste of Kindergarten February 12th at 5:30pm Kadima Day School invites parents & their children entering Kindergarten in Fall 2013 to attend A Taste of Kindergarten. Families will enjoy a pizza dinner and a sampling of the Kadima hot lunch program, as well as a ‘taste’ of general studies; enrichment classes such as music and art; and Hebrew and Judaic studies. Attendees will also meet the Kadima Kinder team and Administrators and learn about an engaging academic curriculum. Contact 818-346-0849 or admissions@kadimadayschool.org to RSVP.
10 Steps to a Successful School Drop Off | Snarky in the Suburbs http://snarkyinthesuburbs.com/2011/03/25/10-steps-to-a-successful-school-drop-off/
All natural, handmade, Dead Sea salt soaps, body scrubs and lotions DETOX Skin Intervention is an all-natural skin care line, handcrafted in small batches to ensure freshness, made entirely without chemicals or preservatives – no sulfates, parabens or artificial additives. The line includes a variety of soaps, scrubs, oils and lotions carefully developed to address the needs of all skin types. Salt from the Dead Sea is beneficial for combating dryness, detoxifying, soothing irritations and restoring firmness and elasticity. http://detoxskinintervention.com/main.sc
Receive 10% off your first purchase at YOGA NoHo Hey! YOGA NoHo is so excited to announce its programs coming up this month! Mention this posting and receive 10% off your next purchase! Baby Sign Language: Starts up Feb. 13th FREE Kids Yoga Demo: Feb. 11th at 2pm Kids Yoga: Starts up Feb. 19th Prenatal Yoga: Starts up Feb. 20th Breastfeeding Basics Workshop: Feb. 23rd YOGA NoHo 5257 Vineland Ave. in NoHo, 91601 818-761-1705
Diana: Legacy of a Princess — A Royal Exhibition at the Queen Mary One of the most beloved icons of this or any age — Princess Diana: Legacy of a Princess brings together thousands of priceless artifacts, including a large display dedicated to her spectacular gowns, along with cherished mementos, wedding items, voice recordings and more, that present a very personal reflection of her unmatched grace and ground-breaking style. Showcased on over 13,000 feet of the Sun Deck Gallery, this multimillion-dollar collection also features a look at the royal family itself, along with Diana’s own family legacy as it lives on through Princes William and Harry. Discounted Tix at http://tracking.goldstar.com/aff_c?offer_id=6&aff_id=1882&aff_sub=65479.
Run an obstacle course with a miniature horse? Spend a day at the ranch Animal Scouts style Sunday, February 17th at 10am Get up close and personal with Kewpi the miniature horse. Kids can navigate this pint sized girl through an obstacle course, groom and learn about horses, and make horse treats. While at the ranch families can enjoy the petting zoo, visit with baby goats, and more. Great for all ages. Visit www.AnimalScouts.com or e-mail Rita@AnimalScouts.
Liceladytoday provides a 4 step process in the comfort of your home to get rid of Lice Available 7 days and evenings. Ridding your home of this common parasite is included. Tutorials available.Licelady tip for January: Wash school jackets regularly as head lice crawl.Questions on prevention? Licelady is happy to help with concerns and usually answers every call within 3 minutes. 818-905-5423(LICE)
Speech Therapist Rachel Hochberg, M.S., CCC is a licensed and nationally certified speech pathologist who has extensive experience working with children ages 2 years and older with both language and/or articulation disorders. She comes to your home and works with both you and your child establishing a therapy program best suited for your child’s individual needs. You can reach Rachel at 818-674-6849 and/or blehcar5@me.com.
Cardio dynamic Kickboxing Classes (*Women-Only*)…for all levels of fitness Monday nights in February at8pm SHARP Just $10/class when you mention Jen’s List! https://www.facebook.com/getfitwithkayla/ Call 310-926-7972 or email Kayla@GetFitWithKayla.com or visit www.GetFitWithKayla.com for other upcoming classes and personal training rates. 1012 S. Robertson Blvd. Suite H Los Angeles 90035
Scary Mommy Community A place to find support and camaraderie with amazing moms who love to help one another. We are scattered all around the world, of all different colors and sizes and lifestyles, united by a single thing: Motherhood. https://www.facebook.com/thescarymommy
Early Explorers Childcare and Preschool~ Inspiring Creativity, Confidence and Cooperation Located in Tarzana, your ‘Explorer’ will find a warm, joyful home environment filled with daily activities and opportunities for creating, learning and exploring! Aiming toward process over product, the approach is a balance of structure and play, and has an understanding of the developmental steps of growth in young children. Lic.#197417354. Director holds: CA Teaching Credential (K-8), Child Development Credential (0-5). Highly experienced! Visit the website for more information!
Dr. Bruce Perry — Born for Love: Why Empathy is Essential and Endangered Wednesday, March 6th from 7-9pm Echo Parenting & Education is excited to bring Bruce D. Perry, M.D., Ph.D. for a thought-provoking evening! At the Wilshire Boulevard Temple (3663 Wilshire Boulevard inLos Angeles, 90020) Dr. Bruce Perry, an internationally known expert on the impact of trauma on children, will explain how empathy develops, why it is essential for our happiness and the functioning of society, and how it is threatened in the modern world. $30 – register at www.echoparenting.org or for questions call 213.484.6676.
“A Gift of Love” Valentine’s Massage Special Only $60 reg. $85 Diana is dedicated to restoring balance by clearing the mind & healing the body, empowering her clientele with serenity & inner peace in a soothing & calming atmosphere created for you.Skilled in a variety of healing massage & therapeutic modalities, Diana provides exclusive attention that will engage both body & soul using only the finest organic products.Diana invites you to experience her healing arts. 818 523 8599
What causes tummy trouble in babies? http://www.babycenter.com/0_stomachache_11529.bc
Why is your baby crying? Teach him how to tell you before he can talk by using Baby Signs® Research-based BABY SIGNS® Program gives babies a way to “talk” before they can talk, long before they have mastered verbal speaking skills by using simple signs!Baby Signs® with Barbara offers classes, workshops and products appropriate for children ages birth through five years old. Classes forming now in Sherman Oaks or in your home. For more info: www.Facebook.com/BabySignsWithBarbara.ShermanOaks or BabySignsWithBarbara@gmail.com or (323) 243-1294 or www.BabySignsProgram.com/WithBarbara.
Looking for Active Rodan + Fields Consultants The Proactiv Doctors are changing the world with their new Anti Age skincare. They did it before and they will do it again. It is a $5 billion industry! Kim Unthank, Level II Exec Consultant for R+F is looking for active consultants in the area who would like to join forces & start momentum here in Ventura & LA County. It doesn’t matter what team you are on….if you combine your efforts, you can make it happen foreveryone! If you are a serious, committed consultant who wants to reach Level V in 6 months, call 818/644-7065 or email kimunthank@socal.rr.com. It is happening in other cities! Plus, R+F is getting ready to launch outside the US. Kim must have a strong team ready to go when this time comes!
How to Improve Your Child’s Handwriting http://www.parents.com/kids/development/intellectual/improve-childs-handwriting/
Want to reduce your stress? Stress is an unavoidable part of modern life. But that doesn’t mean it has to control your life. With the simple, but effective exercises on Stress Free, you can learn how to reduce stress, quiet your mind, and relax your body. Available on CD or as a digital download, Stress Free features 6 guided relaxation exercises that combine soothing music with the sounds of nature to carry you away to a place of peace and tranquility. Visit www.QuietMindSolutions.com and get Stress Free!
MyTime Launches in LA – browse & book appointments for 50+ services all in one location MyTime, is a new kind of online retailer that lets you conveniently book appointments and pay for the local services you need, at whatever time best fits your schedule. You can see the open appointment times from thousands of local businesses in Los Angeles, and book and pay for them all directly through www.MyTime.com. MyTime is launching with over 500,000 open appointments available for booking across 50 categories of services, such as haircuts, massages, dental exams, and acupuncture.
Donating to charity is good for the brain – who knew? It activates regions of the brain associated with pleasure. Article also discusses altruism and generous behavior.
What is Diversity? http://kidsactivitiesblog.com/what-is-diversity/
NatureBridge Hike-A-Thon to be held May 5th at Temescal Gateway Park in Pacific Palisades Sunday, May 5th from 10am-2pm Lace Up Your Shoes, Connect with Nature, and Enjoy a Magnificent Morning Hike in Support of Environmental Education NatureBridge’s Hike-A-Thon is a hike designed to raise funds and awareness for environmental education programs at our Santa Monica Mountains and Channel Islands campuses for local children. Hikers come together at Temescal Gateway Park for a day of family fun, including educational games and activities, healthy snacks, and prizes for top fundraisers. http://www.naturebridge.org/southern-california-hike-thon-discover-connect-protect
What can your infant’s tongue tell you? Babies can “talk” through facial expressions and body language and tongue movement to tell you what they need and feel. http://viviensabel68.blogspot.com/p/blossom-method.html
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The Mischief Makers” a wonderful children’s show in NoHo Fri-Sun, Feb. 15th-17th Many Hats Theatre is proud to present “The Mischief Makers”. This wonderful, three-person children’s show follows a spider, a raven, and a fox as they each try to prove to the other that they are the Greatest Trickster in the World! Kids from all ages can watch as these three trouble-makers recount their most cunning of tricks, through the use of storytelling, masks, and music. One weekend only! Get your tickets now!
Lords of the Playground This is not your father’s fatherhood. Muddling through with a little ingenuity (and a lot of coffee), these benchwarmers offer their dad’s-eye view of the playground. They are masters of their corner of blacktop. They are Lords of the Playground. http://www.parenting.com/lotp?lnk=hp&loc=main4
“Raising Baby” Groups for You and Your Little One at Lifepath Center for Counseling and Psychotherapy Support and education group for you and your little one! Weekly meetings taught by a child psychotherapist covering parenting skills, developmental topics, in-class activities, exercises, and open discussion to share your successes and challenges in a supportive therapeutic environment. Groups are open to moms, dads, relatives, or caregivers. Classes are ongoing and continuous. Space is limited. Contact Thomasine Shepard MA, MFTI (IMF 68271) at 818-308-5174 or TShep171@gmail.com.
Marriage & Family Therapist First Initial Consultation is Complimentary. Beth Farar, Licensed Marriage Family Therapist has opened a new office in Encino. She is offering an initial consultation session to anyone that mentions Jen’s List. To schedule your appointment please call her at (818) 625-7128. Facebook- Psychotherapy for Individuals, Couples & Families.
Harvard Study Confirms Fluoride Reduces Children’s IQ http://www.huffingtonpost.com/mobileweb/dr-mercola/fluoride_b_2479833.html
A Therapist’s Guide “4 Ways to Reconnect on Date Night.” A romantic partnership is the foundation of a stable loving family. The goal of date night is to feel connected to your partner as a human being again and not just relate to each other as co-parents/co-CEOs of the family. Here is Caroline Madden, Relationship Therapist’s “4 Ways to Reconnect on Date Night-A Guide For Parents.” http://counselingwithcaroline.com/datenightguide/
MirrorCase This design utilizes a High Quality mirror to reflect back any image that is in front of the iPhone while holding your device horizontally. When using the MirrorCase you can capture moments like never before and be part of the action instead of stuck behind your iPhone. Easily snap photos in a relaxed position, or simply place the phone on a flat surface to join in the recording. Combined with the MirrorCase App, all of your photos and video are saved directly to the iPhone’s camera roll for easy uploading, viewing, and playback whenever you’re ready! The MirrorCase protects both the phone and the mirror mechanism in a sturdy plastic shell with rubber bumpers for shock absorption. http://www.mirrorcase.com/mirrorcase-for-iphone.htm
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