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3 Important Questions for Your ObGyn
 by Rachel Lincoln Sarnoff,
MommyGreenest.com
If you're pregnant-or thinking about it-make sure your doctor knows the answers to three important questions that can protect your children's health.
In 2013, the American Congress of Obstetricians and Gynecologists and the American Society for Reproductive Medicine released a joint statement that said: "toxic chemicals in our environment harm our ability to reproduce, negatively affect pregnancies and are associated with numerous long-term health problems."
In 2011, the American Academy of Pediatrics recognized that pesticides are associated with pediatric cancers, decreased cognitive function and behavioral problems, and recommended that pediatricians work with parents to help reduce the use of pesticides in homes and yards.
Yet not all doctors share information to help patients reduce toxic chemicals during pregnancy, a time when even low levels have been linked to disruption of fetal brain and reproductive system development, as well as increased risks of birth defects, cancer, immune problems, asthma and other problems later in life.
Click here to read more...
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Upcoming Classes in Santa Monica
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Wendy Haldeman
MN, RN, IBCLC
Apr 22 at 7pm
Barbara Zimmermann
RN, BSN, IBCLC, CEIM
Apr 25 at 1pm
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Postpartum Challenges Support Group!
Tiffany Howsam, MFT,
Babies 0 - 12 months old
Thurs from 12:15pm-1:45pm
Session runs from 4/24 - 6/12
Mommy & Me Groups
Jasmine Abudalu, MFTI, PsyD
Babies born Dec '13 - Feb '14
This is a Saturday working mommy group!
Sats from 9:30am-11:00am
Session runs 4/19 - 6/21
Jenna Laski, MA, MFT,
Babies born Mar - Apr '14
Weds from 11:00am-12:30pm
Session runs from 6/4 - 7/23
Email Dinora@PumpStation.com
for upcoming dates,
times & registration.
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with Linn Boyke, Dog Behavior Expert
Apr 23 at 6:30pm
Please note: The Pump Station is a Pet-Free Zone. Please do not bring your dog to our stores unless it is a certified service dog. Thank you.
One of the most asked questions when a family with a dog is expecting a new baby is, will the baby be okay with the dog? Will the dog be okay with the baby? The answer is yes - but it takes preparation and commitment long before the baby comes. That is where Linn Boyke, Owner of ZEN4K9S Behavioral Recovery Center and The School of Dog Psychology, comes in. Having spent the last 15+ years of his life dedicated to teaching people how to communicate with their canine family member and empowering people with the tools to have a peaceful and balanced household. This class will focus on preparing the dog for baby and what to do when bringing the baby home. He will demystify old wives tails and help you create a peaceful environment with a truly balanced and happy dog. Read the blog post from Linn Boyke, Dog Behavior Expert Beyond the Dog: Preparing Your Dog for a New Baby
Click here for more info or cal 310-998-1981 to register.
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Upcoming Classes in Hollywood
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NEW! My Daddies & Me
Beth Weisman, MA
Babies born Oct 2013-Feb 2014
Mondays from 5pm-6:30pm
Session initiates 4/28
The Wright Mommy & Me
NEW WEEKEND GROUP
Jennifer McNamara, MFT
Babies born Jan-Mar 2014
Sundays at 11am
Session Initiates 5/4
Elyse Eberstein, CLE, MSW
Babies born Mar-April 2014
Thursdays at 11am
Session Initiates 5/29
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with Mara Bassani-Santamaria
ASL Interpreter
April 25th at 1pm
Every parent wonders, "What is my baby trying to say?" Two years is an awfully long time to wait for the answer! What if your baby could tell you exactly what she's thinking? What if he could tell you that she's wet or hungry? Wouldn't it be wonderful to understand your baby's needs and for your baby to be understood? It's possible, today, right now, with SignShine®.
Are you ready to get started? On your marks, get set, sign! During this hour and a half workshop parents will get the complete low down: research, benefits, and answers to all your questions. You'll learn when and how to start communicating with your child via Sign Language and learn fun and functional signs. Not only will you walk away with useful handouts, but you'll also learn how to enrich your child's development of language, speech, vocabulary, and intelligence using American Sign Language (ASL). Practical signs, interactive games, songs, storytelling, music, movement and parenting skills.
SignShine's focus is to support the development of healthy young minds through play, music, and communication. SignShine provides babies, children, parents, children with special needs and professionals with the skills to connect in meaningful and interactive ways. We specialize in using American Sign Language (ASL) for young children's language acquisition, early literacy skills, and brain development. The fun of SignShine can be found in classes, seminars, outings, and other unique experiences.
Click here for more info or call 310-469-5300 to book your appointment.
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Upcoming Classes in Westlake Village
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with Jill Campbell, Psy.D
April 25th at 1pm
Few new parenting decisions are as stressful and controversial as the choices parents make regarding their infant's sleep. With so many conflicting opinions on sleep from books, professionals, family and friends, it can be overwhelming for parents to choose the best sleep approach for their family. We all know that sleep is important for your infant's growth and development, but while sleep itself is a natural process, developing healthy sleep habits is a learned skill. This gentle workshop is designed for parents of newborns to help them start to put good sleep habits into practice so that as their baby grows and develops, he or she will have the tools for healthy sleep. This workshop will address the following sleep questions and issues:
- Sleep Safety and SIDS
- How much sleep should my newborn be getting?
- What can I expect for my baby's sleep now and in the future?
- How can I start to establish good sleep habits now?
- How can I maximize my baby's sleep?
Come take this workshop and learn helpful strategies and tips to gently help your newborn get the sleep he or she needs.
Click here for more info or call 805-777-7179 to register.
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Sponsors & Advertising
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Mommy & Me Mini Photo Session for Mother's Day!
$85 + tax
Package Includes: 20 minutes mini session, 2 edited digital images
Additional edited images may be purchased through Jenny:
3 images for $175, or 10-15 images for $300
Westlake Village
April 19th from 4:30-6:30PM
Conejo North Creek Park, 1379 East Janss Road, Thousand Oaks, CA 91362 Call 805-777-7179 to book your spot! Santa Monica at Douglas Park
April 26th from 4:30-6:30PM
Call 310-998-1981 to book your spot!
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In Santa Monica:- Apr 27 11am - 5pm
- May 15 10am - 6pm
- May 25 11am - 5pm
In Hollywood:- Apr 17 10am - 6pm
- May 15 10am - 6pm
- June 19 10am - 6pm
Click here for more info and future dates.
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at The Pump Station
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In Santa Monica:
- May 9th 10am-4pm
- May 25th 11am-4pm
In Hollywood:
- May 22nd 10am-4pm
- June 25th 10am-4pm
In Westlake Village:
- May 15th 10am-3pm
- June 11th 10am-3pm
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| MomAngeles Perks Card | |
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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Complimentary SoulCycle classes for our Pump Station Moms!
 Calling All Mommies!
There's nothing more invigorating than getting ready for the Spring feeling healthy and inspired. And for a little bit of extra motivation, SoulCycle welcomes The Pump Station!
The Pump Station & Nurtury™ moms will receive complimentary SoulCycle classes at SoulCycle Beverly Hills and SoulCycle Santa Monica through the end of April. Class and shoe rental...
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