Which birth control now?
by Karen on 7/04/11 | 2 Comment(s)
My first visit to the OB/GYN after I gave birth was so anticlimatic. I wanted to talk about the labor and all its details, but my OB/GYN was only interested in asking “what are you going to use for birth control?” I had been out of the market for birth control for so long that [...]
Calling All Pregnant Women: Birth Day Presence Hosts You
by Karen on 6/23/11 | 2 Comment(s)
Being pregnant is one of the most eventful times of your life- your body hasn’t gone through this many changes since adolescence! As you get ready to embark on this new phase of life with baby, it’s helpful to learn about the great support systems available to you. Birth Day Presence has managed to corral [...]
New yoga studio is opening in Fort Greene
by Karen on 6/14/11 | 0 Comment(s)
Yogis will celebrate this news: The 9 year old Shala, a beloved yoga studio in Union Square, is opening in Fort Greene. It’s not cheap, at $19 a class or down to $12 if you buy a 6 month class card, but it’s prices are in line with nearby Lucky Lotus Yoga on Dekalb Avenue. [...]
Lithium Cell Batteries: a real hazard
by Karen on 6/13/11 | 0 Comment(s)
At the beginning of parenthood there is nothing more challenging than policing everything that goes in your child’s mouth. There are hazards everywhere: coins, game pieces, paperclips and now, an increasingly serious danger according to a recent article in the NY Times: lithium cell batteries. I freaked out after I read the NY Times article [...]
Deals on gear, clothes and toys this week
by Karen on 5/21/11 | 0 Comment(s)
While we have some fabulous consignment shops in Brooklyn, sometimes it’s fun to go to an event where you swap and buy used items from parents you see and meet. One of the most famous tag sales for parents is the Manhattan Twins Club sale. Why is it famous? For its stock on double strollers, [...]
Two Mom Expos full of seminars and demos
by Karen on 5/18/11 | 0 Comment(s)
For expecting moms, this week is a bonanza of new mom expos with both the New Mamas Expo in Queens and the Mommybites Summit in Manhattan. Even if you aren’t expecting, the MommyBites Summit is worth attending since you can attend any 8 seminars that can help you with everything from toddler to life issues. [...]
Expectant Parents Guide to Brooklyn
by Karen on 5/17/11 | 0 Comment(s)
Every couple of months, Chana of Babybites Brooklyn invites me to do this talk for Expectant Parents and we have so much fun doing it with Jada of Birth Day Presence. Chana told me it’s almost sold out, so if you want to come you might sign up soon. Here’s the info from Babybites Brooklyn: [...]
Pregnant? Maternity Sample Sale!
by Karen on 5/13/11 | 1 Comment(s)
We all know that everyone dreads spending lots of dough on maternity wear…and yet, you really do want to look nice while you’re pregnant. Here’s a way to get some new maternity clothes on a dime. Circle Showroom is having a maternity sample sale and although it started last week, purportedly they still have some [...]
Favorite Local Resources For Pregnancy
by Karen on 5/06/11 | 8 Comment(s)
I got this post from Megan Davidson , one of our Blog Experts, in my email box this week. I am thrilled that she wanted to share her favorite resources. Megan is one of those people who stockpile information and resources. Whenever she goes to a birth with a new OB, she updates me with [...]
A Summit for Parents- with 50% off ticket price
by Karen on 5/02/11 | 0 Comment(s)
Whether you are expecting a baby or are already a parent of a baby, toddler or kid, you can find something of value at the Mommybites Summit. Interested in spicing up your sex life? (um, yes!), balancing it all as a mom (please!) or learning how NOT to scream at your kids (*sigh*), then you [...]
BoCoCa Parents start baby playgroups
by Karen on 4/26/11 | 0 Comment(s)
The popular list serve Bococa Parents is going to start helping coordinate baby playgroups in the Bococa community. (Bococa is an acronym for Boerum Hill, Cobble Hill and Carroll Gardens). Whether you are looking to make play dates, meet other parents or just enjoy some company, playgroups are a perfect entree into the parenting world [...]
Pumping: when, how and why
by Karen on 4/13/11 | 0 Comment(s)
I remember when my sister first pulled out her backpack-style breastpump, strapped on her bustier and the pump cups and turned the machine on- all while she was giving me some sisterly advice. To her, it was like nothing was going on…to me, it was like: Woah! what are all those tubes and how is [...]
Tribeca Parenting adds courses with free trial
by Karen on 4/12/11 | 0 Comment(s)
With Tribeca Pediatric’s expansion into Fort Greene, Tribeca Parenting has been able to expand its workshops and classes. They are now offering baby wearing classes taught by the baby gear gurus (Jamie Grayson and Jennifer Link) who spoke at our Baby Expo. These baby gear experts are especially good as they offer information on baby [...]
It’s a thin line between love and hate: siblings
by Karen on 4/01/11 | 2 Comment(s)
Your three year old is hugging the new baby so sweetly, when all of a sudden the hug turns into a death grip. Your five year old is chasing his two year old sister laughing and – in a flash – he pushes her straight into the wall. Par for the course for siblings. You [...]
Your baby naming style- which one are you?
by Karen on 3/30/11 | 1 Comment(s)
I am a sucker for quizzes- and this one on the bump got me. Fill out a quick quiz on their site to find out what your baby naming style is. Though I am done having children (sigh…blubber), I thought this was fun to do. I found the first girl’s name they suggested was one [...]
Genes for Pre-eclampsia found
by Karen on 3/23/11 | 0 Comment(s)
Reported just a few hours ago by the BBC: “Scientists say they have identified genetic errors that appear to increase a pregnant woman’s chance of getting the potentially life-threatening condition called pre-eclampsia. Around four in every 100 women develops this problem of high blood pressure and leaky kidneys during pregnancy. Now researchers have found faulty [...]
Healthcare for Uninsured: NY has options
by Jimmy on 3/21/11 | 0 Comment(s)
There are thousands of working, uninsured adults in New York. Some of them have families. Chances are good that you know someone in this category: the guy delivering your pad thai, a friend, your nanny or maybe….you. Running around without insurance can be scary, especially if you get sick or have a major medical incident. [...]
Brooklyn Baby Expo is selling out!
by Karen on 3/08/11 | 3 Comment(s)
Wow- we have a lot of people coming to the Expo- and it’s not just expectant parents, we have parents of babies, toddlers and preschoolers. I guess as Cool Mom Picks said yesterday, ” it makes perfect sense that the first ever Child Grows in Brooklyn Baby Expo would take place in New York’s most [...]
Postpartum Depression Resources- Brooklyn and National
by Tonya on 2/24/11 | 6 Comment(s)
Postpartum depression is traumatic. It’s even worse when you’re unable to find any help. You can get PPD soon after your baby is born or months and months later. A couple of friends didn’t get it until 6 months post-birth and often women don’t get it until after a couple of months post-birth. That means [...]
Free baby proofing seminar next week
by Karen on 2/22/11 | 2 Comment(s)
Looking for ways to baby proof your home? You can attend a FREE baby proofing seminar at the condo building 58 Metropolitan hosted by Steiner NYC and industry expert James Hirtenstein, CEO of Baby-SAFE, Inc. Details: Tuesday, March 1st, 2011: 7 pm 58 Metropolitan Avenue, Penthouse D- Williamsburg Space is limited so please RSVP to [...]
The first-ever Brooklyn Baby Expo
by Karen on 2/21/11 | 0 Comment(s)
I can’t believe I am finally able to announce this- the first-ever Brooklyn Baby Expo is being put on by A Child Grows in Brooklyn on Sunday, March 13th. It’s been in the works for months and months (!), and now it’s open for registration (though we are more than excited as some people have [...]
Famous Ina May to come for big evening in Brooklyn
by Karen on 2/21/11 | 1 Comment(s)
I remember purchasing a lot of books when I was pregnant. That’s what I do. When I’m in a new situation I read my way through it- and one of those books I read through my pregnancy was Ina May Gaskin’s famous book, Ina May’s Guide to Childbirth. Ina May is probably the most famous [...]
When you are hiring a nanny……
by Karen on 2/17/11 | 11 Comment(s)
We’ve had part-time nannies ever since our son Birch was born 4.5 years ago. The hours have varied from 11 hours a week up to 24 now (hello Brooklyn Baby Expo that is slowly killing me!) Along the way, I have learned some valuable lessons that I thought I might share. I’m sure some of [...]
The resale scene in Brooklyn grows with pop-up shops and online events
by Karen on 2/07/11 | 15 Comment(s)
We have a great resale/consignment scene in Brooklyn with 4 resale shops for Brooklyn kids, 2 of which also sell maternity. Although I am never sure I will find exactly what I need, I seem to have great success going to each one for my specific needs. LuLu’s Then & Now has a robust collection [...]
Yoga Classes for Parents and Children in Brooklyn
by Serena on 2/02/11 | 3 Comment(s)
Maintaining a sense of calm and taking care of your self is very important when you became a parent – not to mention a parent living in Brooklyn. One way to find some inner peace, alleviate tension, improve posture, strengthen muscles and challenge your body is by practicing yoga. This calming practice can also be [...]
