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in Santa Monica and Westlake Village
with Jill Campbell, Psy.D
 New Moms' Drop-in Support Group
(pre-crawlers only)
Mondays from 3- 4:15pm- Westlake
Thursdays from 1- 2:15pm- Santa Monica
Having a baby is a time of joy and celebration, but becoming a new mother in today's world can be hard. While this time is of course filled with love and wonder, it can also be filled with pressure and confusion. You have to say good-bye to your old life and your old self while you are learning a whole new role that you might not yet have confidence in. As new mothers, we often have an unrealistic image in our heads of being this perfect mother who always knows exactly what do to and how to be.
Our drop-in groups include:
-An open Q & A discussion forum led by a licensed clinical psychologist.
-Songs, exercises, music and movement to help promote your baby's development and have fun!
-A peaceful, non-judgmental atmosphere where you will meet other new moms like yourself and gain an on-going support system.
Prenatal Drop-in Support Group
Mondays from 6:30pm-7:30pm - Westlake
Thursdays from 6:00pm-7:00pm - Santa Monica
You are expecting your first child, congratulations! You have probably been busy finding a good obstetrician and doula, taking childbirth preparation and baby care classes, and getting your baby registry together. But what have you done to take care of yourself? Everyone tells you that once your baby arrives, your life will be forever changed. Intellectually you understand this, but have you had time to emotionally and psychologically prepare and process this? Attend our prenatal support group and do just that. Our prenatal support group is designed to be a place to come, share and explore not only your pregnancy, but also your soon-to-be new role as mother in a relaxed, supportive environment. Groups are led by a licensed clinical psychologist in non-judgmental atmosphere. Here you can ask questions, gain information, and share your expectations and fears with other expectant mothers. Start building your village now so that when your new baby arrives you will already have a solid support system in place!
Click here for more info or call Santa Monica at 310-998-1981 or Westlake Village at 805-777-7179.
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Upcoming Classes in Santa Monica
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The Wright Mommy & Me
Jasmine Abudalu, MFTI, PsyD,
Babies born Nov-Dec 2013
Mondays 11:15am-12:45pm
Session runs 2/03 - 3/24
Jennifer McNamara, MFT,
Babies born Nov '13-Jan '14
Saturdays 11:15am-12:45pm
Session runs from 2/15 - 4/5
Elyse Eberstein, CLE, MSW
Babies born Dec 2013-Jan 2014
Weds from 11:15am-12:45pm
Session runs 3/05 - 4/23
Toddler Group!
Beth Weisman, MA,
Babies born Jan-Mar 2013
Saturdays from 2:45pm-4:00pm
Session runs 2/08 - 3/29
Email Dinora@PumpStation.com
for upcoming dates,
times & registration.
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RN, BSN, IBCLC, CEIM
For moms & babies 6 weeks - 6 months old
4-session class runs February 4th - 25th
 Infant massage is a wonderful way to give your child love, security, and physical comfort. During this 4-week series you will learn special massage strokes and techniques that can help reduce gas/colic and improve sleep patterns. A gentle interaction, infant massage provides an opportunity for parents to become aware of their babies subtle cues as they listen to infant sounds and observe body movements. Research studies have shown that infant massage can reduce stress levels in both parent and child. Come join us and give your baby the lifelong benefits of nurturing touch. Click here for more info or call 310-998-1981 to register.
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Upcoming Classes in Hollywood
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with Pattie Fitzgerald,
Certified Child Safety Educator
February 5th at 6:30pm
"An Ounce of Prevention" by Pattie Fitzgerald, founder of safelyeverafter.com, gives parents a comprehensive look at the myth of "stranger-danger,"' and why parents can better serve their kids by talking about "Tricky People!" Pattie will guide you through some simple safety rules that resonate with young children and will also help parents recognize when someone is "thumbs up or thumbs down," by identifying red flag grooming tricks and other warning signs of inappropriate people. This class will help you understand how to keep playdates and other outings safe for your children, without turning you into a helicopter parent or making you paranoid. Pattie's approach is all about common sense, listening to your "uh-oh feeling," and she does it all with a positive, friendly "mom-vibe." Click here for more information & upcoming dates or call 323-469-5300 to register. |
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Upcoming Classes in Westlake Village
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The Wright Mommy & Me Groups
Julia Kantor, LMFT
Babies born Sep-Oct 2013
Fridays at 11am
Session starts 2/14
Lindsay Anderson, LCSW
Babies born Apr-May 2013
Thursdays at 9:30am
Session started 1/23
Spots open!
Email Katheryn@PumpStation.com
for upcoming dates,
times & registration.
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with Elaine Stuart, BA, ICCEFebruary Tue 4, Tue 11, Wed 19 and
Tue 25 at 7pm
Looking for a prepared childbirth class series where both you and Dad-to-be, or your other birth partner, will feel welcome? This four-week series covers important information you both need for a clear understanding of the process of labor and birth. Classes include interactive lectures on anatomy, an overview of labor, nutrition during pregnancy, false versus true labor, preterm labor and warning signs, simulations of and videos on the birth process, and natural pain management techniques including breathing and relaxation. We will also cover medication options, cesarean birth, and normal newborn characteristics in an educational and engaging format. Click here for more info or call 805-777-7179 to register. |
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Have Milk, Will Travel: Adventures in Breastfeeding
The Pump Station & Nurtury™ founders Corky Harvey and Wendy Haldeman wrote the forewords for Have Milk, Will Travel: Adventures in Breastfeeding, a new book of laugh-out-loud stories about life as the one-stop milk shop. And even better: half of the stories come from our The Pump Station™ moms!
This month's excerpt comes from
Maria Polonchek, who blogs at
writingbetweenfriends.com. When she was pregnant, Maria writes, "I assumed breastfeeding would come easily and that I might even have moments of euphoria I've heard described by other mothers. Even when I found out I was having twins, when people really started to question my decision, I didn't think twice. Two boobies, two babies, right? I couldn't get more efficient if I tried."
"I was not prepared for the phenomenon that is 'over-production."
Check out Have Milk, Will Travel, available at your local The Pump Station & Nurtury store for the rest of this milky story. Click here to get your copy today!
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 Bring your little Valentine to a FREE Story Time DEMO Class!
February 14th at 11:00am in Santa Monica Everyone and all ages welcome. RSVP by calling 310-998-1981 today! Awesome Little Beings Global Storytime: Help Your Child Learn To Love Reading with Christabel Nsiah-Buadi is a Writer, Broadcaster and Cultural Literacy advocate. Call 310-998-1981 to register for this session. Click here for more info. |
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In Santa Monica:In Hollywood:In Westlake:Click here for more info and future dates.
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at The Pump Station
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In Santa Monica:
- Feb 7th 10am-4pm
- Feb 23rd 11am-4pm
- Mar 7th 10am-4pm
- Mar 30th 11am-4pm
- April 4th 10am-4pm
In Hollywood:
- Feb 27th 10am-2pm
- Mar 24th 10am-4pm
In Westlake Village:
- Feb 12th 10am-3pm
- Mar 12th 10am-3pm
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MomAngeles Mommy Card
Perks for Moms | |
Hey Moms! Check out the Mommy Card from MomAngeles that gets you "perks" with businesses throughout LA... like here at The Pump Station & Nurtury! Cards are on sale right now for $35 and you can save $100's of dollars a year. Click here to see a complete list of participating businesses.
Show your Mommy Club Card at The Pump Station & Nurtury and get 10% off all Toys and Children's Books. *Cannot be combined with any other offer.
Mommy Card today!
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Pregnancy Awareness:
Heart Healthy Fitness Event at M7Fitness
SAVE THE DATE!
February 22nd
More details to come!
Pre Natal Class
Pilates mat exercises tailored with the prenatal client in mind. Strengthening that "all important" pelvic floor, stretches designed to make you go ahh...all with your health in mind. We work the whole body in Pilates but focus on the areas most needed as you go through your pregnancy.
Post Natal Class
Now it's time to reconnect to those "baby" muscles, exercises to strengthen and re educate your abdominals and much more.
Feel good about your workout and your body, reward yourself with some Pilates exercises designed with the new mom in mind.
More to come! Stay tuned...
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