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| Happy June!
I'm blessed to have a husband who has written down some great memories from parenthood that he and our sons can look back on through the years. This excerpt is from 2008 when our oldest son was three years old.
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 | Jack's First Tent,
A Father-Son Project |
Dad's Diary - First Tent
I made a tent tonight for the first time in decades. My cousin and I used to make them all the time and they would stretch wall-to-wall across his room. It was quite a sight to behold.
Tonight's tent - Jack's first - was contructed quickly and with limited supplies but, to him, it was like the Taj Mahal. He doesn't know that it could be better and he doesn't care. All he knows is that he can climb inside, pile things in there with him and call it his own. It's his sanctuary and he's the boss.
In my mind there are very few things better than seeing a child's excited eyes light up when they're exposed to new, exciting things.
Something as simple as grabbing two blankets and a couple of chairs quickly reminded me what being a father is all about. It's just a tent, but it connected my childhood to his.
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Happy Father's Day to my husband and all the dads out there!
Jennifer Walker
Co-Founder of New Orleans Baby & Child Fest
and Mother of Two Active Boys (6 & 2 1/2)
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PRESENTING SPONSOR SPOTLIGHT:
OCHSNER HEALTH SYSTEM
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We're thrilled that Ochsner Health Center will return as the Presenting Sponsor of New Orleans Baby & Child Fest for the third year!
When it comes to your child's healthcare, Ochsner has you covered. From infancy into adolescence and adulthood, Ochsner's team of 110+ pediatric-focused physicians in 27 different specialities work together to provide the best care for your children.
Ochsner's Health Centers for Children are convenient for all your child's regular healthcare needs, such as check-ups and immunizations. For specialized care, our Medical Center for Children has over 99 beds and a team of skilled pediatric specialists to treat all types of ailments, from stomach aches to rare heart defects.
Ochsner understands that there are times when your child needs immediate attention, which is why they offer same-day appointments, extended hours and Saturday appointments at many of our clinics. And in the case of emergency, Ochsner's Pediatric Emergency Department has dedicated specialists just for kids.
**Now with a new line of quality vitamins and supplements, Ochsner has a physician formulated prenatal vitamin, specific for your pregnancy needs! Learn more at ochsnervitamins.com.
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Are you looking for the perfect, high-profile event to showcase your business in front of a captive, 3,000+ strong audience? Look no further! The premier Baby & Child Expo in the Southeast is reaching out to you!!
We'd like to invite you to be an exhibitor at the 3rd Annual New Orleans Baby & Child Fest! The Expo will again take place in 34,000 square feet of indoor exhibit space at The Pontchartrain Center in Kenner on Saturday, October 6, 2012 from 10 am - 4 pm.
Register by June 30th for Early Bird Registration Rates!
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SAVE THE DATE:
Saturday, October 6, 2012
10 am - 4 pm
@ The Pontchartrain Center
Email us if you have any questions or want to reserve a booth!
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SALES AND ANNOUNCEMENTS FROM THE BABY FEST MARKETPLACE
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Ochsner Health System
Ochsner for Children is on Facebook!
Get connected and "Like" Ochsner For Children on Facebook. You can view daily health tips, healthy recipes for your kids and keep up with kid-friendly events at Ochsner.
Click here to "Like" us today!
Ochsner for Children is dedicated to pediatric patient care, research and education, specializing in comprehensive care for the whole child. From preventive care such as immunizations to lifesaving efforts of a heart-lung transplant, healthcare with peace of mind for you and your child, start at Ochsner for Children.
 SmudgeNOLA
NURSERY TIME! Changing pad covers help to make the room special and grow with our little ones...
Regular Price: $30. SALE FOR OUR BABYFEST FANS - $20!
Pinks, Greens, Yellows, Blues, Characters, LSU and Saints...plus, lots of Fleur De Lis fabrics.
Monogramming available for $5 extra.
Call or email to place your order - Our Facebook Store is open as well!
Two Sprouts
Congratulations to Two Sprouts co-owner Amy who recently gave birth to a baby girl.
Stop by Two Sprouts in Old Metairie for invitations, baby gifts, birthday gifts, tees and more!
Just put out Lego Lord of the Rings series. It looks awesome!
 NOLA Birth Photographer
Expecting a baby in 2012? Book NOLA Birth Photographer during the months of June or July to document your baby's birth day, and receive a 4x4 little brag book (a $150 value)!
For more information, contact Angelle at nolabirthphotographer.com.
The PeaceBaker
 100% gluten free bakery opening soon in Metairie.
The PeaceBaker offers Birthday Parties, Baby/Bridal Showers and more! Call, email or come by the store for more information.
6601 Veterans Blvd, Suite 1
Metairie, LA 70003
504-888-9094
thepeacebaker.com
Elmwood Fitness Center - Swimming Lessons
Summer is here. Get your kids ready for fun in the water by enrolling them in swim lessons at Elmwood Fitness Center. Classes are offered for all levels from Water Baby to competitive teams. See class times and registration information: http://ow.ly/9sAaO
 Raintree Services
Raintree is having a fundraising event on June 20th at Adventure Quest Laser Tag.
For $20, it's unlimited laser tag, bumper cars and mini golf for five hours.
A portion of the proceeds goes back to Raintree!
Call Raintree to pre-purchase tickets.
504-899-9045
We encourage you to patronize these great local businesses who will be exhibiting at Baby & Child Fest 2012! Stay tuned for the release of the 2012 exhibitor list. Lots of returning exhibitors and lots of new ones too!
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