Showing posts with label events. Show all posts
Showing posts with label events. Show all posts
Sunday, April 22, 2012
Great Cloth Diaper Change 2012
Babies in Bloom was proud to host a location for the Great Cloth Diaper Change again this year! Last year, a Guinness World Record was set for the most cloth diapers changed simultaneously with 5,026 participants at 127 locations in 5 countries. This year, over 200 locations participated, making it likely that a new record was set! We look forward to sharing the official totals soon. Here are a few photos from the day...
Sunday, April 15, 2012
A Great Day for a Stroll
I am always amazed at the wonderful community of supporters we have at BiB. Yesterday, several customers, employees and family members braved the chilly weather to participate in the March for Babies. All together, our team raised over $3400 for the March of Dimes! Thank you!
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| (Most of) Team Babies in Bloom |
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| It was cold, but beautiful |
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| LOVE their creativity! |
Tuesday, March 20, 2012
Sunday, March 18, 2012
Join the Walk!
I have a passion for babies. Every day, I work with parents helping to ensure they get off to a good start with their little ones. As a lactation consultant, my job often involves supporting parents with babies in the NICU. What many people do not know is that sixteen years ago, I was a parent of a NICU baby, too. Kelsey was born at 36+ weeks following a complicated pregnancy. We are thankful that she is a healthy, happy young lady.
Every day, thousands of babies are born too soon, too small and often very sick. Our team is walking in March for Babies because we want to do something about this. We hope you will join us on Saturday, April 14th in Oceanside (or find a walk closer to you).
To learn more about the March of Dimes March for Babies, make a donation or join our team, please click here
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| Me and my "nicu baby" |
To learn more about the March of Dimes March for Babies, make a donation or join our team, please click here
Friday, March 18, 2011
Why Do We Host a Fundraiser for the NICU?
As a lacation consultant and also a mother of a NICU graduate, I have seen both sides of the neonatal intensive care unit. Oftentimes, hospital budgets are stretched thin to have all of the best technology, leaving no room for extras. Last year, we celebrated the store's birthday with a fundraiser for the NICU at TriCity Medical Center. They were able to use the money to buy things to make visiting parents more comfortable, and also for items like scrapbooking supplies (the nurses make little scrapbooks for the babies who are long-term patients to give their parents a keepsake of the journey).
We are working hard to make this year's event even more successful - for parents like Lori...
"Zoey Mae arrived at 32 weeks 4 days gestation weighing 3 lbs 14.5 oz, despite our plans for a perfect home birth. Although Zoey's arrival did not go as we expected we are very blessed to have had a loving skilled team to care for her as she grew stronger. Zoey was at Tri City Medical Center NICU for thirty days and we spent upwards of twelve hours a day there with her. We were astonished at how well she was cared for, not to mention the emotional support we received from the entire NICU staff. The neonatology team was always able to take the extra time to explain Zoey's changing needs, the nursing staff was kind and willing to support our instincts as parents and the lactation team was unparalleled.
After spending her first month of life in the hospital, Zoey is now home, thriving, nursing beautifully and we are loving being a family of five. We will forever be grateful for the TriCity NICU Team for the amazing medical care and for all the love and support we received during our time there."Thursday, March 17, 2011
Monday, October 5, 2009
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Saturday, May 9, 2009
Congratulations to...
...Rahele M. She is the winner of our Earth Mama Angel Baby gift basket worth over $125! Thank you to all the moms and moms-to-be that joined us at our tea party. :)
Thursday, May 7, 2009
Tuesday, May 5, 2009
Mama's Day Tea Party on Friday!
Please join us for a Tea-riffic Mama's Day Tea Party!Friday, May 8th from 10 am - 2 pm
Bring your favorite teacup and we’ll fill it up with a delicious brew, especially to celebrate YOU!
Relax, enjoy some pampering mama time, sip Earth Mama Angel Baby’s USDA Certified 100% Organic tea (and take samples home!) and enter to win an adorable gift basket packed with safe, effective, luxurious Earth Mama Angel Baby products, worth over $125!
Bring your favorite teacup and we’ll fill it up with a delicious brew, especially to celebrate YOU!
Relax, enjoy some pampering mama time, sip Earth Mama Angel Baby’s USDA Certified 100% Organic tea (and take samples home!) and enter to win an adorable gift basket packed with safe, effective, luxurious Earth Mama Angel Baby products, worth over $125!
Sunday, April 19, 2009
Saturday, April 11, 2009
Thursday, February 12, 2009
We are moving!
As many of you know, we have outgrown our first home and are excited to announce that we are moving into a new location!
We will be closed Saturday, February 14th - Monday, February 16th and will reopen on Tuesday, February 17th at 1988 Hacienda Drive in Vista (just on the other side of the 78 from where we are now, next door to David's Bridal).
We have designed a large meeting space and have added a ton of fun, new classes (with a few more on the way!) You may want to register soon - I know these classes will fill up quickly! We have also expanded our retail products to include clothes and shoes up to 24 months, a ton of fun toys, books and games for children of all ages, and so much more.
Hope you can stop by and see us soon and be sure to attend our Grand Opening Event on Saturday, February 28th!
We will be closed Saturday, February 14th - Monday, February 16th and will reopen on Tuesday, February 17th at 1988 Hacienda Drive in Vista (just on the other side of the 78 from where we are now, next door to David's Bridal).
We have designed a large meeting space and have added a ton of fun, new classes (with a few more on the way!) You may want to register soon - I know these classes will fill up quickly! We have also expanded our retail products to include clothes and shoes up to 24 months, a ton of fun toys, books and games for children of all ages, and so much more.
Hope you can stop by and see us soon and be sure to attend our Grand Opening Event on Saturday, February 28th!
Wednesday, September 10, 2008
Screening: Birth Documentary
New Documentary Leads the Way in Examining the Sensual Nature of Birth
Birth Resource Network and Gerri Ryan, LM, CPM proudly announces a screening of
Orgasmic Birth . . . a remarkable new documentary that examines the sensual and intimate nature of birth—an everyday miracle
WHEN: Friday, September 19th 6:30 – 8:30 pm at Mira Costa College
WHERE: 1 Barnard Drive, Oceanside, CA, 92056 – Little Theatre Room 3601, Parking in Lot 3-E
Students: FREE Suggested $5 donation benefits Birth Resource Network
Contact: Gerri Ryan,619-434-9188 or babycatcherglr@cox.net
Presented by MiraCosta College Behavioral Sciences Department, Birth Resource Network and Gerri Ryan, LM, CPM. A Panel of Experts (midwives, doulas and childbirth educators) will answer questions and lead an audience discussion exploring undisturbed birth – A Woman’s Right of Passage.
Five years in the making, Orgasmic Birth challenges cultural myths by revealing the emotional, spiritual, and physical heights attainable through birth. Viewers witness the passion of birth as 11 women have their babies in unhurried, non-medicalized settings—including hospital birth centers—where they feel supported and safe. According to birthing experts who provide commentary in the film, a pleasurable birth that is allowed to take its time is an integral part of women’s sexuality and a neglected human right.
Women’s health advocate and bestselling author Christiane Northrup, MD, observes in the film that people have been "brainwashed" to view birth not as a natural process but as "an emergency waiting to happen." Yet birth is an everyday miracle that the body is well equipped to handle, given the proper setting and caregivers and ample time.
Health professionals in the film who present their views with evidence-based support include:
• Sarah J Buckley, MD, general practitioner/family physician with qualifications in GP obstetrics; author of Gentle Birth, Gentle Mothering
• Maureen Corry, MPH, executive director, Childbirth Connection, a not-for-profit organization dedicated to improving the quality of maternity care
• Elizabeth Davis, BA, CPM, midwife, author, international lecturer, and co-founder and director of the National Midwifery Institute, Inc.
• Ina May Gaskin, MA, CPM, world-renowned midwife, author, and founder/director of the Farm Midwifery Center in Summertown, Tennessee
• Marsden Wagner, MD, former director of Women’s and Children’s Health, World Health Organization
This film is currently being screened worldwide. Locally, midwives, physicians, nurses, families young and old are being invited to view this epic film. Please join us for this memorable evening.
Birth Resource Network and Gerri Ryan, LM, CPM proudly announces a screening of
Orgasmic Birth . . . a remarkable new documentary that examines the sensual and intimate nature of birth—an everyday miracle
WHEN: Friday, September 19th 6:30 – 8:30 pm at Mira Costa College
WHERE: 1 Barnard Drive, Oceanside, CA, 92056 – Little Theatre Room 3601, Parking in Lot 3-E
Students: FREE Suggested $5 donation benefits Birth Resource Network
Contact: Gerri Ryan,619-434-9188 or babycatcherglr@cox.net
Presented by MiraCosta College Behavioral Sciences Department, Birth Resource Network and Gerri Ryan, LM, CPM. A Panel of Experts (midwives, doulas and childbirth educators) will answer questions and lead an audience discussion exploring undisturbed birth – A Woman’s Right of Passage.
Five years in the making, Orgasmic Birth challenges cultural myths by revealing the emotional, spiritual, and physical heights attainable through birth. Viewers witness the passion of birth as 11 women have their babies in unhurried, non-medicalized settings—including hospital birth centers—where they feel supported and safe. According to birthing experts who provide commentary in the film, a pleasurable birth that is allowed to take its time is an integral part of women’s sexuality and a neglected human right.
Women’s health advocate and bestselling author Christiane Northrup, MD, observes in the film that people have been "brainwashed" to view birth not as a natural process but as "an emergency waiting to happen." Yet birth is an everyday miracle that the body is well equipped to handle, given the proper setting and caregivers and ample time.
Health professionals in the film who present their views with evidence-based support include:
• Sarah J Buckley, MD, general practitioner/family physician with qualifications in GP obstetrics; author of Gentle Birth, Gentle Mothering
• Maureen Corry, MPH, executive director, Childbirth Connection, a not-for-profit organization dedicated to improving the quality of maternity care
• Elizabeth Davis, BA, CPM, midwife, author, international lecturer, and co-founder and director of the National Midwifery Institute, Inc.
• Ina May Gaskin, MA, CPM, world-renowned midwife, author, and founder/director of the Farm Midwifery Center in Summertown, Tennessee
• Marsden Wagner, MD, former director of Women’s and Children’s Health, World Health Organization
This film is currently being screened worldwide. Locally, midwives, physicians, nurses, families young and old are being invited to view this epic film. Please join us for this memorable evening.
Tuesday, September 9, 2008
The BOLD Red Tent...mother's voices...intimacy...truth
Who: Mother and Mothers-to-be
What: A sharing of stories and experiences
When: Sunday, September 14th, 2008
Where: 770 Rancho Santa Fe Dr., Encinitas, CA
Time: 2pm-6pmCost: $5 (proceeds benefit San Diego BORN)
Bring: A pillow to sit on. Babies-in-arms only.
The Birth Resource Network is proud to host a BOLD Red Tent Event. The concept is simple: gather women under a 'red tent' to listen to birth stories from our community and then use this 'testimonial' as a call-to-action by presenting a video to key local and national representatives.
We are calling all mothers and mothers-to-be to join us for this monumental event. We invite all stories; from the empowering that are to be celebrated, to the challenging births that need to be healed by telling your story.
All proceeds will benefit San Diego BORN, a non-profit organization that offers a one-stop resource for families to find mother- and baby-friendly maternity services. Refreshments will be served. This will be a very casual and safe environment.
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