 Linn Boyke, Dog Behavior Expert
Congratulations! You are expecting a (or have a new) baby and one of the most asked questions is...."How will my dog react to the baby?" The answer lays way Beyond the Dog, because the truth is that the preparation and responsibility is with the dog parents. I have encountered countless clients over the years that have been backed into a situation where the owner had not known they needed to prepare the dog for all the changes in the household and their long loved family pet ends up being given away or even worse in a shelter due to what is perceived as "aggressive" behavior. Behind so-called aggression is confusion, a dog's natural dog state is to please their family and through preparation, consistency and boundaries - families can all live in perfect harmony together, including the family pet.
- You're Pregnant....begin the training NOW! One of the most challenging situations I encounter is when a client waits to prepare their dog until the week before the baby is due. You, as parents, have had nine whole months to prepare for the big life change that is baby. Make sure to give your dog the same nine months of preparation; it will make all the difference. Click here to see more tips!
NEW "Sizzling" Hot Topic Lecture at The Pump Station & Nurtury Locations Beyond the Dog: How to Prepare Your Dog for a New Baby- Tuesday, March 11th at 6:30pm in Santa Monica, Call 310-998-1981
- Wednesday, March 12th at 6:30pm in Hollywood, Call 323-469-5300
- Wednesday, March 19th at 1pm in Westlake Village, Call 805-777-7179
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Upcoming Classes in Santa Monica
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Mommy and Daddy and Me
Julia Kantor, LMFT
Babies born Oct - Dec 2013
Sundays from 10am-11:30am
Session runs 2/23 - 4/13
The Wright Mommy & Me Groups
Tiffany Howsam, MFT,
Babies 0 - 12 months old
Thursdays 12:15pm-1:45pm
Session runs from 2/27 - 4/17
Jane Rosen, PhD,
Babies born Dec 2013-Jan 2014
Weds from 11:00am-12:30pm
Session runs 3/05 - 4/23
Jennifer McNamara, MFT,
Babies born Nov 2013-Jan 2014
Saturdays 11:15am-12:45pm
Session runs from 2/15 - 4/5
Email Dinora@PumpStation.com
for upcoming dates,
times & registration.
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with Laura Gately, Founder of Blessed Bums Organic Diaper Service
February 19th at 6:30pm
Cloth diapers have come a long way in the last decade and no longer is it your grandma's pins! This class is designed to educate new and expectant parents on the use of modern cloth diapers and the numerous benefits reusable diapers have for your baby, your wallet, and the environment. Whether you plan to launder at home or use a service you will be able to explore the different systems on today's market and make an educated decision based on your family's lifestyle. You will experiment with various diaper accessories and learn basic home-laundering techniques. Come discover why so many mamas are choosing cloth! 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 Marilee Hartling, RN, MFT, Infant and Child Development Specialist
February 21st at 1pm
Did you know that Pediatricians and physical therapists are concerned that babies are spending too much time on their backs when they are awake? Parents are encouraged to get their babies to spend at least 30 minutes a day on their tummies while they are awake. We call this "Tummy Time". Parents sometimes forget how important it is to have their infants spend time on their tummies. However it is often difficult to get babies to play in this position. Babies generally resist "Tummy Time" and may protest loudly when parents turn them over. Babies who have not been put on their tummies from the very beginning may experience this as an unfamiliar position and they don't like what is unfamiliar.
Come to our "Tummy Time" workshop and learn how to get your baby to LOVE "Tummy Time". We will give you ideas and activities you can utilize at home, some of which we will practice during the workshop, to make sure your baby gets enough "Tummy Time" throughout the day. Our "Tummy Time" activities are enjoyable for both babies and parents. You and your baby will have fun!
Read Marilee's Blog: Tummy Time: 10 Things You Need to Know
Click here for more info or call 323-469-5300 to register.
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Upcoming Classes in Westlake Village
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with Lindsay Anderson, LCSW
For babies born Dec 2013 - Feb 2014
Session starts April 4th at 9:15am
Second time mothers will have an opportunity to ease their transition through honest sharing and exploration. The group gives second time mothers a chance to raise concerns and look at issues in a safe space. The weekly 90 minute group will approach each topic and developmental stage from a mindful parenting perspective, which is essentially a slowed-down, less reactive, more intentional and reflective process. Some of the topics addressed will be:
- Helping your first child adjust to the new siblingSharing practical information to help families raising more than one child
- Find new ways to improve your time management skills
Make time for yourself and your relationship/partner - Develop practical strategies for balancing work and home life
Learn to feel good about yourself and your body - Meet other second time moms in neighborhood!
- Explore ways to nurture the relationship between your children
- Review what you may have forgotten about baby care, sleep, food etc.
Click here for more info or email Katheryn@pumpstation.com with questions or to register.
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 BCB Monthly Expectant Mom Dinner
at The Pump Station Santa Monica
by Bump Club and Beyond Los Angeles
Tuesday, February 25, 2014 from 6:30pm to 8:30pm
Babies, Breasts and Preparing for the "Bumps" of the 1st Week Home
Breastfeeding & Lactation Panel with Experts from The Pump Station & Nurtury!
Dinner & Dessert Included. Everyone goes home with a gift bag from Bump Club filled with Breastfeeding necessities & the chance to win prizes!
Tickets are only $30.
Get your ticket today!
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In Santa Monica:- Feb 23 10am - 5pm
- Mar 13 10am - 6pm
- Mar 23 11am - 5pm
- Apr 10 10am - 6pm
- Apr 27 11am - 5pm
- May 15 10am - 6pm
- May 25 11am - 5pm
In Hollywood:- Feb 20 10am - 6pm
- Mar 20 10am - 6pm
- Apr 17 10am - 6pm
In Westlake:- Jan 2 10am - 6pm
- Feb 6 10am - 6pm
- Mar 6 10am - 6pm
Click here for more info and future dates.
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- 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
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Hey Moms! Check out the Perks 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 Perks Card at The Pump Station & Nurtury and get 10% off all Toys and Children's Books.
*Cannot be combined with any other offer.
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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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