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HUGE CHILDREN’S CLOTHING, TOY AND EQUIPMENT SALE
Saturday September 26th, 2009
11:00 A.M. - 3:00 P.M.
The Aurora Child Care Centre
185 Industrial Parkway North, Aurora
Looking for clothing, toys or equipment for your children? Bring a friend and look over our selection of gently used articles at exceptional prices.
*CASH ONLY*
The internet just got a little more funky and unique thanks to Baby Butterfly Boutique! Baby Butterfly Boutique is the place to find that perfect baby shower gift, special present or maybe just a little something for you or your baby.
A few of the trusted brands you will find here include Earth Mama Angel Baby, RazBaby, LilyPadz, Personalizedpacifiers™ and Jack and Lily. You will also find a few new lines, such as Darling Designz, Yikes Twins and Polished Mama.
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Coupon : 20% off all items at Baby Butterfly Boutqiue |
Our Grand Opening sale is on now, sale is on now, but York Region Parent readers can save even more! Use discount code “yorkrp” to save 20% off anything in ourstore.www.babybutterfly.ca Offer expires September 8, 2009. |
Photography by SSV offers cutting edge imagery that we guarantee will set your photos apart from everyone else’s and last the test of time. We are a boutique photography studio offering 1 on 1 service to meet all of your needs. (Specializing in Maternity, Newborns, Children and Family, we also accept 12 commissions a year for Wedding Photography). Join us today for your unique experience!
Editors Note: Sarah has created amazing portraits of our family. For the past 3 years we have trusted her from my maternity pictures, to pictures of our newborn and now yearly family pictures. You will love the results of your photo session with Sarah!
One of our favourite images created by Photography by SSV
By Nicole Meltzer, RMT, CHt
Besides questions concerning childbirth, the next most frequent question I am asked by first-time expectant moms is “how do families afford the cut in income while on maternity (or paternity) leave?” From my own experience as a self-employed mom of two boys and from the ideas I received from mypostpartum moms over the years, I have compiled what I consider to be the top 5 ways to save money in the first year of your child’s life.
1. Breastfeed – Besides the well-documented health benefits for both mom and baby, you can’t find a better way to save money. The truth is formula is expensive and breastfeeding is free! Breastfeeding doesn’t come naturally for some women, so if you experience difficulties, seek out some of the fantastic support available from lactation consultants, postpartum doulas and La Leche League. Although there are some women who are unable to breastfeed due to medical reasons, most women, with the right support, are successful with perseverance.
2. Cloth Diapers – Disposable diapers are not only costly for your pocketbook but also for the environment. Cloth diapers are much more economical and are easy to use. If you can’t stomach the idea of washing them, there are cloth diaper cleaning services. However, if you really want to save money, wash them yourself. Once you’ve done it a few times you become desensitized! Anyway, once your baby is past the 3 week mark chances are you’ve already been peed on, pooped on and/or vomited on! My husband and I did a rough calculation on the money we’ve saved by using cloth diapers and it’s over $1000. The best part about using cloth diapers with your first child is, with subsequent babies, you don’t have to repurchase diapers!
3. Make your own Baby Food –The best way to ensure you know what your child is ingesting is to make the food yourself. It’s very simple and is quick if you have the right tools. Take a class to learn how – the investment of time and money will pay off!
4. Join local mom/dad’s groups – There are many groups who meet regularly at each other’s homes. If your days are filled with play dates at parks and others’ homes, you are less likely to feel the need to fill them with costly programs! The benefit too, is the potential for long-lasting friendships – for parents and children.
5. Learn to budget – Budget doesn’t have to be a bad word! Set up a simple spreadsheet with a column for inflow of money and a column for outflow of money. Each time you receive a bill or bank statement, enter it into the spreadsheet. You’ll quickly see where you’re money is going and where you can cut some corners. And as a bonus, you are setting a good example for your children on how to manage money!
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Nicole Meltzer, RMT, CHt is co-founder of Balanced Body Mind Spirit. Through her specialization in fertility issues & prenatal care she helps parents conceive and achieve balance while on their journey into parenthood. Nicole offers pre/postnatal & pediatric Massage Therapy; Hypnotherapy for children, fertility and childbirth; Reflexology; & Reiki. She teaches a variety of classes including, Hypnosis for Childbirth, Tools for the Birthing Partner, Focused on Fertility, and Infant Massage. To learn more, visit www.balancedbodymindspirit.com
It’s back! Check out the Once Upon A Child in Newmarket on Saturday July 25th from 10am-6pm for their Grab Bag Event! Put as many clearance items as possible in one bag for only $10! It’s a great time to stock up on high quality gear, with previous experience for your babies & children! Great idea for back to school shopping on the cheap. You can choose all the amazing brands in the store, when we shop there we always find Gap, Old Navy, Gymborree and more for a fraction of the cost of new clothes.
We are a Canadian based online designer fabric retailer specializing in modern, funky, cute, kawaii fabrics, sewing patterns and notions. We carry fabrics by well known designers including Michael Miller, Alexander Henry, Amy Butler, Heather Ross, and Etsuko Furuya. This is not your typical run of the mill fabric store! We are here to support you - the modern designer.
You must check out Pink Panda Fabrics for all your fabric needs - a great place for nursery and kids decor ideas.
Finest Expressions - Designer Gifts & Gift baskets specializes in unique and beautiful handcrafted baby gifts. Gifts to suit every budget and theme include:
- Finest Blossoms: Beautiful arrangement of baby clothing presented in a bouquet style. Contents include baby layette sets, blankets and towels.
- Baby Blooms: These are incredibly delightful baby sock bouquets presented in long stem roses’ style, complete with baby’s breath and flower box.
- Diaper Cakes: Baby cakes are non-edible delights made out of premium brand name diapers. Special baby treats include baby clothing, toys, blankets and baby toiletries.
- Candy Bouquets: Give these delicious treats as a new baby or birthday gift. Better yet, have them as centrepieces at your next baby shower or special event!
Finest Expressions also custom designs gifts using your theme and budget! Special Offer: For limited time only; 10% off all custom designed diaper cakes. Just mention York Region Parent when you order.
Also available are DIY Baby Shower Favour Kits.
I find writing reviews on clothes hard to do, because isn’t a shirt just a shirt? That is what I thought until my package from barley and birch arrived. I have bought lots of organic clothes for my kids,but these are my favourite. As a mom, the “cool” factor is important to me, but so is the fact that a shirt will last a long time and look good! And can say many, many washes our barley and birch gear is a favourite of both me and the kids.
Our 4 year old loves the cactus tshirt we got him, and I love no matter what the stain is (strawberries, grass or something that we have no idea what it is!) it comes out with no effort what-so-ever.
Other than looking super cool in our gear, we know that buying from barley and birch is a good idea for the planet.
Environmentally, we decided to make every single facet of the line carbon neutral. Not only do we offset any emissions created by production and shipping, but we work with manufacturers and suppliers that are largely powered by solar energy. We chose only certified organic cotton and water-based inks, so we do not pollute the air and water with chemicals. We are made in the United States, so we do not emit the massive amount of carbon associated with trans-ocean shipping. We are largely paper-free and any paper involved with the line is 100% post-consumer recycled. Essentially, we chose to go beyond the level of convenience to be fair to our planet and to our customers.
Check out the stores below to purchase your barley & birch:
eConscious Market
www.econsciousmarket.com/site/Vendors/barley_and_birch/
fawn&forest
http://www.fawnandforest.com/designers/239/products
Gretchen & Grace
www.gretchenandgrace.com
The deals at Robeez are crazy right now! They are having a sale on some great shoes for baby and toddlers for up to 40% off.
It’s a great time to stock up! They are the premier baby and toddler shoe brand, providing soft-soled and flex-soled footwear that supports the healthy development of little feet. Always functional and fashionable, Robeez shoes are a favorite with parents and medical experts around the world. Their leather booties start for ages 0-6 and last sping the introduced the Tredz Collection. The Tredzs are innovative outdoor soft shoes combine the health benefits of flexible soft soles with the protection of water-resistant, non-slip soles. Available in sizes 12 to 24 months.
Robeez is having a HUGE sale right now with up to 40% off!! Check it out and stock up.
New Robeez Tredzl! - View the innovative new toddler footwear by Robeez.
ShopSmart, from the publisher of Consumer Reports, shares 4 Money Saving Tips to make sure your holiday gifts are free of lead and other dangers:
Set a limit. If your kids are flooded with presents from family and friends every year, set a limit on what you spend, whether on one large gift or a few smaller ones. To make less seem like more, pick a toy that starts or feeds a passion, lasts longer and has multiple uses.
Spread it out. Don’t give your kids all the gifts at once. Set aside some of the bounty for later, perhaps a snow day when they’re home from school.
Be cautious with used toys. Little Tikes sturdy plastic playhouses, ride-on toys, playground equipment, and good-as-new video games are good finds at tag sales, outlets and online at a fraction of the original price. With a thorough scrub, they will look like new. But first, go to www.recalls.gov for recalls on toys. Then make sure they have no rough edges or parts that could break loose.
Look beyond the logo. Many popular toys are tied to TV characters such as Elmo and Dora the Explorer. Ask yourself, ‘If I took SpongeBob off this package, what do I have?’ If a toy has nothing to offer beyond the character, don’t buy it.
