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Springfield Moms E-Update
February 3, 2011
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Greetings!
 Sometimes, it takes a blizzard to make us fully appreciate fully charged computers, cell phones and internet access! Hope everyone stayed safe this week and enjoyed some down time snuggling with their loved ones.
Since school is out today, you may have some extra time online. Have you browsed our A-Z Index lately? So many resources, so little time!
Let's heat up by starting to think summer! We are updating our Summer Camp Directory as we receive new information. If you know of a camp that would like to advertise with us, please send them our way.
This is the perfect time of year to tell people you love them just the way they are. Read Kim's Blog for the latest episode of helping her kids turn tears into a positive message.
Finally, share your winter recipes and Super Bowl dip favorites with us, and be entered to win a prize from our Sponsor Bag (t-shirts and books await!). Here's mine, compliments of my big sister: Buffalo Chicken Dip.
Have fun this weekend, and enjoy getting out of the house!
Best,
Kim Leistner
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VALENTINE'S DAY CLASS PARTY IDEAS: GAMES, CRAFTS AND SNACKS
| |  This is the perfect time of year for a festive party at school (or at home!) to lift everyone's spirits during a long winter. We've got the ideas to help. Read Allison Klint's article here.
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BABY CORNER: Coping With Colic
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"He cries; she cries; we all cry!" Colic can be such a stressful time in a family's life. What causes colic in new babies, how can parents best cope with it and when is it time to call the doctor? Springfield Clinic provides a "Colic 101" on this topic in their article here.
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THE SCOOP ON LOOSE TEETH: Also Tooth Fairy Book Recommendations!
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 The first loose tooth is a big deal in a child's life. Dr. Tanya DeSanto offers some tips on living with a wiggly tooth in her article here. And while you are waiting for the tooth to fall out, be sure to check out our updated Tooth Fairy book picks from our Springfield Moms Book Nook.
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YOUR ORGANIZATION CAN "ADOPT-A-DAY" FOR THE CENTRAL ILLINOIS COMMUNITY BLOOD CENTER
| |  If you work for an organization that looks outward in the community, check out this option for helping others through the Blood Center. You can "Adopt-A-Day" and help increase blood donorship. There is always a need, but especially now during the winter months. Details here. |
BELLY BLOG INSTALLMENTS: Weeks 30 and 31
| |  Jennifer's pregnancy is moving right along. If you have missed some of her blogs, we can catch you up right here!
Week 31: The Nest Fest
Week 30: A Grandma's Love
Week 29: The Potty Party
Week 28:Sleep Deprivation Training
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What's Happening! Upcoming Events
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Early Registration Going On Now Through February 9th for 2011 Hearts at Home Conference in Normal. This is the year to enjoy a "Mom Revolution!" Don't miss it!
 NEXT WEEK ONLY: Take 50% off workshops, retreats and wedding packages at ConnectEd Pairs in honor of National Marriage Week. Call from February 7 - 14th to register and enjoy substantial savings! Details here.
Adult Cooking Classes now being offered by Susan Shaw and Central Illinois Event Catering. Kids classes, too!
Several February classes still open for registration. Enjoy!
 February 12th: 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Celebrate Cultural Diversity at the Illinois State Museum with a Free Family Event, open to the public. Learn about the heritage and traditions of world cultures. The Museum will be filled with hands-on crafts for children, international displays, live performances and much more.
 February 12th from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. Lil' Sweetheart Night at the Children's Discovery Museum in Normal. Registration deadline is February 7th. Avanti's spaghetti supper, games, crafts, museum exploration and dancing all for family fun. More details here.
 February 19th: KidsFest from 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. at the Prairie Capitol Convention Center. KidsFest is sponsored by St. John's Children's Hospital, Capitol Radio Group, My Friends Discovery Center and others. Fun activities for the kids and more than 60 booths of helpful information for parents.
February 19th: From Disability to Possibility. 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. at Southeast High School. Information about a variety of topics including: IEP advocacy, assistive technology and ABA will be available. Details here.
Giggle Giggle Quack on February 25th at 7:00 p.m. at Sangamon Auditorium. This funny and colorful musical for young audiences teaches respect, compromise and the value of friendship. Springfield Moms will be there, too, with pre-show activities.
6th Annual Style of Hope on Thursday, March 3rd. 6:30 reception, 7:30 fashion show. Buy your tickets for this fabulous event now. Proceeds benefit the children of The Hope Institute. This "Girls Night Out" event features gourmet hors d'oeuvres, Peases's chocolates, champagne toast, live and silent auctions, live music and an extraordinary fashion show, produced by Chicago's own, Zzazz Productions. Details here.
Need To Recharge Your Mom Batteries? Mark Your Calendars! March 11 - 12th in Normal: Hearts at Home National Conference "Mom Revolution." Registration, speaker information and other details here.
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