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November 2011 


Win a Kalencom Diaper Bag, "Ask a Vendor: Better Bottoms", Baby Fest Pictures, November Sales from Baby Fest Exhibitors!

In This Issue
WIN A KALENCOM DIAPER BAG
ASK A VENDOR: BETTER BOTTOMS DIAPERS
BABY FEST 2011 PICS
THE BUZZ ABOUT BABY FEST
SALES & ANNOUNCEMENTS
CLOTH DIAPERINGCloth Baby LLC
EVERYTHING 

LSU & SAINTS

Tyger Gifts
Metairie and The Westbank

 

NEW ORLEANS
FOAM PARTIES
New Orleans Foam Parties
Unique Parties for Kids & Adults!

 

 Baby Fest 2011 Sponsors:


Ochsner Health System

 

Two Sprouts
Dimitri Dermatology Logo
Kalencom
Fleurty Girl
Ascension Fitness
SmudgeNOLA
Verizon Wireless Zone of Kenner
PJ's on Magazine
nola baby & family
USAgencies
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WIN A KALENCOM DIAPER BAG!

Thanks to all of you who attended the Second Annual New Orleans Baby Fest last month! 

Kalencom Diaper Bag
We were thrilled to give away Kalencom Diaper Bags to the first 100 moms and moms-to-be. If you weren't lucky enough to get a bag at Baby Fest, there's still hope! 

We are giving away one more pink or blue Kalencom Diaper Bag to a lucky newsletter reader and that could be you!

Just click here and comment on our website post telling us your favorite part of Baby Fest, favorite part of our newsletter or favorite thing about our website. We'll pick a winner on November 10th!

Jennifer Walker
Co-Founder of New Orleans Baby Fest
and Mother of Two Active Boys (6 & 2)
ASK A VENDOR:
BETTER BOTTOMS DIAPERS
Better Bottoms Diapers We asked Michelle of Better Bottoms Diapers a couple of questions about cloth diapering because it's an intimidating concept. She gave us some great insight that we're excited to share with you!
 
1) What's the biggest misconception about cloth diapering?


That it's difficult and messy! Cloth has come a long way since the days of pins and rubber pants, neither of which are used by the Modern Moms of today. Breathable waterproof materials and Velcro have made cloth diapering just as easy as using "sposies". When a family makes the choice to use cloth, they are not only choosing to reduce their waste, they are also reducing their child's time spent in diapers, since cloth diapered babies potty-train so much sooner. The reduction of diaper rash is also extremely significant.

2) What's the benefit of using a professional diapering service over washing them at home?

Washing at home can be easy, for those who are up to the challenge. But using a service is much less expensive than the initial investment needed to wash at home. You can spend less monthly than you would on sposies. Plus it's so convenient! You just put your bag of dirty diapers out in the morning and the big green van comes to replace it with a bag of fresh, clean ones. It's that simple!

Thanks, Michelle!

RELIVE THE EXCITEMENT OF BABY FEST 2011!

Click on the links below for our complete photo galleries to relive the excitement of Baby Fest 2011! If you weren't there, we hope you'll be able to make it next year. Baby Fest 2012 will be an event you won't want to miss.
Baby Fest - Ochsner
Presenting Sponsor: Ochsner Health System

Special thanks to our Presenting Sponsor - Ochsner Health System, the ten other sponsors listed on the left and all of our wonderful exhibitors! What an amazing resource all under one roof for expectant parents and young families!


 Baby Fest 2011 - OverheadBaby Fest - Kalencom Swag BagBaby Fest 2011 - dancing  Baby Fest 2011 - Johnette Downing
Baby Fest 2011 - Princess Tiana  Baby Fest 2011 - Super Why

Check out the complete list of amazing Baby Fest 2011 Exhibitors here. Let them know you saw them at New Orleans Baby Fest!
THE BUZZ ABOUT BABY FEST
Here's what Baby Fest attendees and exhibitors are saying...

Attendees:
  • AttendeesI can't tell you enough how awesome New Orleans Baby Fest is. I went last year a day past my due date and fell in love - I had a great time and learned so much as a new mom to be. I am in awe by what you have done to create such a successful event. - Sofia H.
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  • We had a wonderful time at Baby Fest today! Managed to convince my mom to buy my daughter a new bed at Pottery Barn Kids! - Jennifer D.
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  • I thought Baby Fest was fabulous. This was my first time to attend and I have shared with others how great it was. My husband and I are pregnant with our 1st baby and I feel as though I received great information, ideas and service. Great job!!! - Jennifer 

     
  • More...
Exhibitors:
  • ExhibitorsWe had a hugely successful day at New Orleans Baby Fest on Saturday. It was an amazing experience and we can't wait to make this an annual event. Thanks to all the kids who came by and made their beautiful art projects, too! - Le Jouet, Inc.
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  • Baby Fest is a great place to connect with new customers! We have many returning customers from our first year at Baby Fest 2010. - Lisey Lu Embroidery
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  • Thank you for including us!! It was great. I have never seen such a well organized event!  Please plan on including us in your next event. - Similac
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  • Baby Fest was a smash hit again this year; big thanks to Jennifer & Scott for all your hard work!! It was great meeting everyone who stopped by our booth to say hello yesterday. - Fresh Light Photography 

     
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SALES AND ANNOUNCEMENTS FROM THE BABY FEST MARKETPLACE

Ochsner Health System 

 

Ochsner's Full-Service Pediatric Emergency Department Has You Covered!


When your child needs emergency care, Ochsner For Children has you covered. From medical illness and broken bones to serious trauma, Ochsner's Pediatric ER provides quality care for young patients 24/7. A dedicated team of pediatric specialists cares for infants to adolescents. Check your wait time at ochsner.org/ER

Choose highly specialized, quality ER care for your child.

Pediatric Emergency Department at Ochsner Medical Center
1514 Jefferson Hwy., 504-842-3460


PJs On Magazine
ShaveDown
Saturday, Nov. 5 from 12 - 4
  • Carla Jewell of PJ's on Magazine is coordinating NOLA Shavedown 2011a free event benefitting the Movember Foundation. It's a great family friendly outdoor festival sponsored by 12 Bar on Fulton St. and Aidan Gill THIS Saturday! Mover Rich Collins of the Imagination Movers will be there along with many other special guests including the 610 Stompers. Plus face painting, Le Jouet kids area, and more!  
  • Event Location - 12 Bar on Fulton Street, 608 Fulton St., New Orleans



SmudgeNOLA

Kids Tent - AWESOME CHRISTMAS GIFT - Regular price $45
Ordered with password: BABYFESTGAL (on facebook or via email) just $35 (if s/h - add $10)

SmudgeNOLA TentThese come in all solid colors or the following prints:
Minnie Mouse
Cars
LSU
Superman
Batman
Toy Story
Princess
Fairies

All Tents can be monogrammed for $5.

Come with Framework and can be sent to anywhere in the US via regular Mail.


~Ally-Gator Bows~

Use code "FreeShip" at checkout!
Hair Bows & Accessories for your little princess.
Hand-made, Custom & Bulk Orders, School Colors, Saints & More! www.allygatorbows.com

Baby Fest Weekday Special $88 for 1 8x10, 2 5x7's, 2 4x5's and 4 wallets from your favorite pose! Call 504-463-0662.

 

2nd Annual "Oh So Thankful Anniversary Party"
Sunday, Nov. 20, 12:30 - 3:30
No Fee - Crafts, Coloring and Snacks
Special Guest: Author, Dianne deLasCasas, reading and signing "The Cajun Cornbread Boy and Gigantic Sweet Potato"
Located at 5928 W Metairie Ave., Suite 3


Le Jouet

Saturday, Nov 12th is Neighborhood Toy Store Day which helps to promote "shop local" for small toy stores around the country: 
  • 10 - 12 - Ornament making with the brand Alex
  • 1 - 2 - Johnette Downing reads her new book, "Why the Oyster has the Pearl"
  • Crafts from The Orb Factory all day long 
Sunday, Nov 20th - We will have a Creativity for Kids playday, also making ornaments for the holidays.


New Orleans Macaroni Kid

Hey Moms! November is packed with fun for the kids throughout the city! Swamp Fest, Ogden Playdate, and American Girl booksigning just to name a few! Sign up to get all the news delivered right to your inbox every Thursday - www.new-orleans.macaronikid.com/subscribe/


Love Swimming

Swim safely with our year-round lessons! Registration is currently open for our January classes. Give the gift of swimming, gift certificates are on sale now! Call us today!
Love Swimming 504-891-4662 www.loveswimming.com


Baby Cakes by Kat

Diaper cakes, towel cakes, baby shower favors and more that can be given as gifts or used to decorate a baby shower. We can custom make our products to match the theme/color of the baby shower or nursery. We ship all over the U.S. and for the month of November shipping is free! Just mention this ad.

Please visit us at www.babycakesbykat.com, like us on Facebook or Twitter, call (985) 773-2213, or email katparker@babycakesbykat.com.



Tyger Gifts
Tyger Gifts
Tyger Gifts has Sweatshirts and hoodies just right for our smaller team players. It's time to bundle our little ones up. The cutest fall items in both LSU and Saints are arriving. Togobban knit hats, new books, and now burnout tops for toddlers and youth in Saints! It's a first time offer!

Open 10-6 Mon.-Sat. Till 7:00 on Thurs & Fri, and 11:00-5:00 on Sundays.

Visit us at 1818 Manhattan Blvd. in Harvey or 3030 Severn Ave. in Metairie or online at LSUStuff.com or
NewOrleansSaintsStuff.com.


birthmark doulas
birthmark doulas collective
birthmark doula collective

Now Offering: Private Childbirth Classes in your home. You pick the dates and the group, and we come to you! Split the cost among the group (up to 3 couples).
  • 1-session/ $50: "Comfort Measures" class (pain management for labor)
  • 4-sessions/ $175: "Prenatal Prep," "Labor 101," "Comfort Measures in Labor," & "Postpartum/Breastfeeding Care" classes
  • 8-sessons/ $350: 4-session class topics PLUS "Working with your Care Provider," "Birth Plan Preparation," "Medical Interventions," & "New Baby Care" 
Learn more about Birth Doula support and Postpartum Doula support at our website: www.birthmarkdoulas.com

Bootie Camp Nola

Join the next session of Bootie Camp at 8:30 OR 9:30 AM on Tuesdays and Thursdays at Audubon Park.

You can work out at the park with your babies and meet other moms!!! Our newest instructor, Tamara Lindsay, is a mom too!

Bootie Camp meets at the Camp Street entrance of Audubon Park near the Parenting Center.

You ONLY need your baby, 3-5 lb weights and the stroller. If you are running late, please just find us somewhere on the walking path. It won't be too hard to spot us. 

For more information visit www.bootiecampnola.com or call 504-208-0519.



First Look Ultrasound

Because of the positive feedback we've received to the Baby Fest Special package, we've decided to continue the package through November! Just mention Baby Fest Special when you call to book and you will receive a 15 minute scan including DVD and CD for $125!


Pure Barre New Orleans & Mandeville

Pure Give:

Saturday November 5th, we are offering *Donation ONLY classes. Free Pure Barre classes ALL day at Pure Barre New Orlean
s & Pure Barre Mandeville.

All donations will benefit the LASPCA as part of our Pure Give Program!

Give the Gift of Good Health: 

When clients purchase a $50 gift card November 24-December 24 , they receive 10% off all other purchases. (discount only applies at the time the gift card is purchased).


Fleur Delivery & A Saintsational Swamp Adventure
 

Author, Ricci Broussard Hebert's new book, "Fleur Delivery" is now available! The story is about a Fleur De Lis family that welcomes a new baby into their family. 
Fleur Delivery
"Fleur Delivery"



Kimmieblake.com is offering free shipping for the rest of 2011

 

New infant childcare for babies 6 weeks to 1 year old. Now open in the heart of Lakeview at 6257 General Diaz. Call 504-220-1598.


 

Baby Bump
Baby Bump Giveaway
We are celebrating our 1 year anniversary in NOLA - One Lucky Customer will win the Not Rational Hansel Diaper Bag in Black Patent a $590 value as scene on Halle Berry and Jessica Alba ... For every purchase of $150 or more (before tax) you will be entered into our drawing which will be held Saturday Dec. 3rd at 6pm...No limits on entries per person (gift cannot be returned or exchanged). 

 

 

We encourage you to patronize these great local businesses who exhibited at Baby Fest!   

CONTACT US


Baby Fest - Y'all Come Back
Jennifer Walker
New Orleans Baby Fest
P.O. Box 9351
Metairie, LA  70055-9351
504.298.8234

nolababyfest[at]gmail.com
www.NewOrleansBabyFest.com