By Jill Campbell, Psy.D.
There are many different reasons why parents' feel the need to potty train their children. Some parents feel pressure from their peers or family members, some fear that they are not doing a good job as a parent if they wait too long to potty train, others are pressured from their child's daycare or preschool. In addition, many parents are just tired of having to change diapers and eager to get on to this next stage in their child's development.
For your child to be successfully toilet trained, however, he or she must be physically, cognitively and emotionally mature enough to understand and to control what is happening in the toilet teaching process. If you begin to toilet training before your child is ready, chances are it will lead to a lot of frustration. A child who is toilet trained much before the age of 2, usually has a parent who knows when to put the child down on the potty, and wait for the child to go.
Mark Wolraich, the author of the "American Academy of Pediatrics' Guide to Toilet Training ," says thatchildren typically begin to toilet-train between the ages of 18 months and 4 years. Some learn quickly and others take months. Many learn, and then regress. Accidents are common. Most children are daytime independent by age 4, but about 20% of 5-year-olds will still have some daytime accidents. Nighttime accidents can continue for much longer. Wolraich says that the push for early training is more a reflection of parents' need for accomplishment than of any understanding of child physiology. "It's almost like a super-mom/dad issue," he said. "There's not been any evidence that children who get trained earlier are any smarter or more accomplished later in life." Click here to read more...
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Jill Campbell, Psy.D
Aug 21st at 3pm at The Pump station Santa Monica
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Upcoming Classes in Santa Monica
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Sara Twogood, MD OB/Gyn
Aug 15th 1pm
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Jill Campbell, M.A, PsyD,
Babies born March - May 2014
Thurs from 1:00pm-2:30pm
Session runs 8/21 - 10/09
Saturday Working
Mommy Group
Beth Weisman, M.A,
Babies born April - June 2014
Sats from 1:00pm-2:30pm
Session runs 9/6 - 10/25
Kim-Lan Dovan, MFT,
Babies born June - July 2014
Mons from 12:45pm - 2:15pm
Session runs 9/8 - 10/28
Email Dinora@PumpStation.com
for upcoming dates,
times & registration.
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with Wendy Haldeman, MN, RN, IBCLC
August 27th from 6-9pm
For soon-to-be-Moms. Couples are encouraged to attend!
Producing breast milk is natural, yet the art of latching the baby onto the breast is learned. This class is taught by Certified Lactation Consultants and provides clear, accurate breastfeeding information for the "soon-to-be" new mother.
We cover breastfeeding expectations, strategies for success and how to avoid complications. Topics include breastfeeding techniques, various nursing positions and comfort holds, maternal diet considerations, nipple care, leaking, tips for Dad feedings, and the advantages of human milk over supplementation. Discussion includes the various breast pumps for purchase or rental. We answer all your questions, including the all-important one: "How do I know my baby is getting enough?"
This is an interactive, 3-hour class and couples are encouraged to attend.
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Upcoming Classes in Hollywood
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Etel Leit and Company
ASL Interpreter
Aug 22nd at 1pm
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NEW Group!
Kim-Lan Dovan, MFT
Babies born July-Sep 2014
Fridays at 11:00am
Session Initiates 10/24
WEEKEND Group
Kim-Lan Dovan, MFT
Babies born Oct-Dec 2013
Saturdays at 11:15am
Session Initiates 8/2
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with Edith Mak, OTR/L, CLE
August 15th at 1pm
Children play at every stage of development. Parents create a learning environment for their child through movement, sensory experiences and play. This session will help you to know when and how your older baby discovers physical (gross and fine motor) and cognitive developmental play skills through age appropriate activities and toys which stimulate exploration and interaction. Bring your older baby and come play.
Click here for more info or call 323-469-5300 to register.
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with Adam P. Lari, Certified Child Car Seat Safety Technician
August 21st from 10am-6pm
Did you know that an estimated 90% of Child Car Seats are incorrectly installed? Every parent wants the best for their child, and The Pump Station™ wants the best for every parent! That's why we are collaborating with CleanBeeBaby, the industry leader in child car seat cleaning and safety, to bring you dedicated safety education via SafeBeeBaby™!
SafeBeeBaby's experienced (and nationally certified) Child Passenger Safety Technicians will be on hand to correctly install your seats, as well as to offer you a one-on-one education on how to install your car seat in your specific vehicle! Appointments are required and can be booked by calling The Pump Station.
Click here or call 323-469-5300 to register.
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Lindsay Heller, Psy.D., Professional Nanny Consultant
Every 3rd Saturday of the month at 3pm. Next class on August 16th Click here...
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Upcoming Classes in Westlake Village
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Now taking names for
Nov-Jan babies. Dates & locations TBA. Please email Katheryn below for more info.
Email Katheryn@PumpStation.com
for upcoming dates,
times & registration.
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with Etel Leit and Company
August 22nd 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.
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with Elaine Stuart, BA, ICCE
4-Week Session: September 23rd, 30th, October 7th & 14th
Parents Due in October/November/December
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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In Santa Monica: - Aug. 31 11am - 5pm
- Sept. 11 10am - 6pm
- Sept. 28 11am - 5pm
- Oct. 9 10am - 6pm
- Oct. 26 11am - 5pm
- Nov. 13 10am - 6pm
- Nov. 30 11am - 5pm
- Dec. 11 10am - 6pm
- Dec. 28 11am - 5pm
In Hollywood:
- Aug. 21 10am - 6pm
- Sept. 18 10am - 6pm
- Oct. 16 10am - 6pm
- Nov. 20 10am - 6pm
- Dec. 18 10am - 6pm
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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 buy one, get one half off on all regular priced nursing tops.
*Cannot be combined with any other offer.
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Mommy & Me Groups in the Conejo Valley
We are taking names for Mommy/Daddy & Me classes in the Westlake Village/Conejo Valley area. We are hoping to start session in Septmeber. Although, we have some partners such as YogaWorks on board offering us their classroom space to lead classes, we are still looking for more businesses to partner with to come closer to you.
If you are interested in joining one of our Parent & Me Groups in the Conejo Valley please email Katheryn@pumpstation.com
(or call 805-777-7179) with your baby's Name, Birth Date/Projected Birth Date, are you a 1st or 2nd-time mom and your contact information.
If you know of any business that your think we could be great partners with, let us know as well!
Please stay tuned for more updates on our classes & support coming to a city near you!
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