Exer – More Than Urgent Care What if there was one place you could go for your family’s immediate heath care needs? Now there is! I have been there personally and received excellent care! Exer – More Than Urgent Care clinics are staffed by ER doctors but don’t have the wait or expense of the hospital ER. They can take care of any non-life-threatening condition, from the common cold to broken bones. Open 9am-9pm every day in Calabasas, Newbury Park and Beverly Hills, they accept all PPO insurance plans. No appointment is necessary, just walk in to be seen. Save their locations at www.ExerUrgentCare.com/locations to your phone now for when the need comes up!
Today in History www.history.com/this-day-in-history Meteor Day French acrobat Blondin crosses over the Niagara Falls on a tightrope.(1859)
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 every Monday. These ideas come from scholarly sources to personal interviews, from the internet to periodicals to books. “AUDITORY” DEVELOPMENTAL SKILL DEFINITION: distinguishing similarities and differences between sounds, integrating hearing with the act of listening, remembering the order of sounds, learning verbal communication. THE ‘CRITICAL WINDOW’ during which the circuits of the brain are being most heavily wired for the “AUDITORY” sense is from prenatal. The more opportunity children have for positive “Auditory” (sound) experiences during this critical period, the more efficiently their brains will work over the long run. More general AUDITORY tidbits: * RESEARCH SHOWS that the type of music children are exposed to influences EMOTIONAL brain development: ….banging, loud, chaotic sounds like metal, rap, ska and punk are stress-producing. ….melodic and more easy-listening music like “children’s music,” classical, smooth jazz, Hawaiian music and meditation music support healthy developing emotional and attitudinal tolerances. * MAKE TIME FOR QUIET for your child to get away from the action like after high stimulation and before nap time and bedtime. * NOTE THAT children are soothed/calmed differently – some by melodic, low-volume, sleepy background music and some by silence or “white noise.” Next week – “Auditory,” Pt. 6 Comments to msmarm@roadrunner.com
Community SchoolHouse is now accepting applications for the Fall Community SchoolHouse offers a program for every student. They offer full-time, part-time, GATE and home education options. Community SchoolHouse is a place where each student can thrive, and where a desire to learn is fostered through passionate educators who are free to do what they do best – teach. Community SchoolHouse students have more time for inquiry, more time for play, and more time to pitch in and help out at home, school, and in their community.
Fairies & superheroes: LoveBug & Me Music Summer Series Discount Today is the last day for the summer discount for these unique Mommy & Me Music Classes! This special series celebrates our imagination as we all bring our own special powers to life. With a little sprinkling of pixie dust, we’ll journey into a creative world where fairies fly and superheroes leap tall buildings to save the day… all with a healthy dose of singing, dancing, creativity and FUN! Classes in: Santa Monica, Topanga, Beverly Hills, Pasadena, Los Angeles, and in your own home! Email music@lovebugandme.com for more info.
Aquatic Safety Instruction – Learning to swim is not Enough, Learning to Survive is Everything™ Giving the Gift of Water Safety since 1978™. With a reputation built on developmentally appropriate programs & unparalleled service, ASI earns students’ respect & trust. Certified Coaches & Credentialed Educators provide high quality water safety instruction. Let them earn your trust! Mention Jen’s List for a free small group intro class. Jens’s List member testimonials: “I have nothing but great things to say about these folks & the contribution they make to keeping kids safe in water” & “I cannot say enough great things about Treci & her staff! Thank you for what you do for the safety of our kids!” For more info & to register online visit www.aquaticsafetyinstruction.comor call 818 363-0221.
My Gym’s Summer Appreciation Month My Gym, who opened their doors 30 yrs ago, has developed an extraordinary program devised to help children 6 wks-13 yrs old, develop physically, cognitively and emotionally. Children have fun as they gain strength, balance, coordination, agility & flexibility while developing social skills, confidence and self-esteem. By participating in their program, you’ve helped My Gym affect children’s lives through active & healthy lifestyles! Enroll in classes for the month of July & receive 2 classes per week for the price of 1. Special applies to the 1st month of classes for both WH & TO locations. Thousand Oaks (805)494-4154 http://www.mygym.com/thousandoaks Woodland Hills (818)702-6946 http://www.mygym.com/woodlandhills
The Vocal Station* Singing Lessons~Expand Vocal Range, Power, Confidence! Recording Studio for demo Have fun singing, while learning to use your voice correctly, without strain! Increase your range and perform with confidence! Learn to prepare for auditions and sing like a pro!! Learn three placements of your voice and to sing with style! Opportunity to record a radio quality professional demo! Visit “The Vocal Station” at www.thevocalstation.com to see all the services they offer. All ages ~ All styles ~ All levels! First lesson is half off! Call Tammy at 818-822-7228.
10 Free Things You Can Get at Airports http://www.huffingtonpost.com/smartertravel/10-free-things-you-can-ge_b_3467760.html
Sports Fun Camp in Newbury Park Mon.-Fri. from 10am-3pm at Dos Vientos Park Goal-to play sports with a fun group of boys, play many sports/games (basketball, football, capture the flag, relay races, etc.) work on their athletic skills.$5 per hr per child, times very flexible. You may drop off/pick up at any time and only pay for the time he was there. All boys should bring a packed lunch, and a water bottle to keep hydrated! Don’t forget to put sunscreen on in the morning, but they will have extra sunscreen as well as snacks for all the kids! Email EricNP10@gmail.com or call/text (805) 607-5851 for more info.
Crying and Tantrums: Tops Causes & Solutions Starts Monday, July 14th at 12pm at The Pump Connection All Ages: This series of classes is designed to educate parents on how to better understand and handle their child’s temper tantrums and power struggles. Discussion includes:
Make Flossing Fun for Your Kidshttp://www.modernmom.com/blogs/keith-allen/make-flossing-fun-for-your-kids
Postpartum Workout: Look Better Than Before the Baby Mondays and Thursdays at 3:30pm Enjoy getting your body back in an encouraging environment where you can bring your baby. Kris’ fitness classes focus on re-strengthening the low abdominal and pelvic floor muscles as well as conditioning you to be able to hold your baby and baby accessories without hurting yourself. Fun for you and your baby! $23 per class or package of 5 for $90.
Healthiest Fast-Food Options For Busy Families http://www.lilsugar.com/Healthiest-Fast-Food-Kids
Are you or someone you love suffering from a loss? Whether your loss was caused by a death of a loved one, divorce, a job, end of a relationship, or any other sudden change in life and lifestyle, Leslie Gelfand, a Certified Grief Recovery Specialist®, can help you go from STUCK to rediscovering your joy with a program that is specifically designed to guide you through a series of actions that help you complete the pain cycle associated with the feelings of loss and allow you to THRIVE again in your life.
Pitch Man talks about advertising, his agency, and how dogs bring out the best in people! http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=PkASihJJBN8#
Tired of staring at long aisles of baby products trying to figure out what to register for? Check out MomciergeLA – The Pump Station & Nurtury’s newest Preferred Partner. MomciergeLA manages the hassle of preparing for baby so expectant parents can focus on what’s most important to them – their babies. Sarah & Jessica are two moms with 6 – nearly 7- kids between us (including twins!). The classes, registry a. appointments, personal shopping & nursery organization services provide parents w/ the research, recommendations, and reassurances we wish we’d had ourselves. Product recommendations are based on functionality, ease of use, style and value – vetted by Sarah, Jessica, Pump Station Credentialed Educators & real moms! They have tried everything so you don’t have to.
ABC Videos Featuring 26 one-minute music videos starring the StoryBots that help kids identify the shapes and sounds of the alphabet letters and teach vocabulary. http://www.storybots.com/apps/abc-videos
Food Truck Meetup is looking for Vendors August 17th from 30in in Moorpark Gourmet food trucks, live music, vendors, and games. Enjoy an old-fashioned community get together sponsored by the Moorpark Education Foundation. Bring a picnic blanket and chairs. Free admission. Behind Moorpark High School in the baseball field off of Mountain Trail St. If interested in becoming a vendor for the event, contact Adam Haverstock at adam.haverstock@gmail.com http://www.moorparkedfoundation.org/events.html
19 Ground Beef Recipes to Try This Week http://moms.popsugar.com/Ground-Beef-Recipes
TEAM Referral Network has a new look Don’t Hire a sales TEAM,JOIN one. They have just launched their new website/platform. Not a member of a TEAM Chapter yet. Visit www.teamreferralnetwork.com and sign up for your FREE 30 day Online Profile and Network with the TEAM Community. If you’d like to learn more about team or visit a chapter near you, contact Karen Cormier (818) 618-8867 or karen@karencormier.com.
Sara Mann new Lullaby Record – Proceeds benefitting the PKD Foundation Sara Mann is an accomplished singer/songwriter who has toured with Miley Cyrus, Katherine McPhee, and Harry Belafonte, among others. Her latest release is an album of classic and original lullabies, with sale proceeds to benefit the PKD Foundation (http://www.pkdcure.org). Billy Ray Cyrus guests on the album in a duet of Eric Clapton’s “Tears In Heaven.” Album is available on iTunes. http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=HiYRK5phJ8U
The Enlightened Eater: Freedom from Emotional Overeating & the Diet Yo-Yo Do you dislike your body? Do you have a relationship with food that is full of shame and emotionally charged? Do you overeat consistently, or cycle back and forth between watching what you eat and overeating? Does your weight fluctuate? If you are ready to break free from unhealthy eating habits, find your right weight and develop a conflict-free relationship with food and your body that lasts a lifetime, this is the program for you! http://centerforeatingrecovery.com/
Tap & Sing An iPad app that teaches kids musical concepts such as notes, melodies, temp and, most importantly, the joy that comes from creating music. http://www.storybots.com/apps/tap-sing
Review Your Doula or Baby Nurse Write a quick review of your Doula or Baby Nurse on www.RateMyBabyNurse.com. Help another mom out with her search today!
Kid Quoter An iPhone app that allows parents to quickly capture the funny things their kids say and turn it into personalized, shareable art. |
Monday June 30 2014
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