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The Birthing Tree Cooperative
Childbirth Classes, Doula Services, Postpartum Home Support
Parenting Workshops
(505) 690-3492
www.thebirthingtree.com
NEWSLETTER/ CALENDAR Oct.-Dec. 2008
Announcement:
The Birthing Tree is proud to be collaborating with Many Mothers beginning in June to offer a free monthly Mom’s group for parenting in the first year. Many Mothers’ Circles are the third Wednesday of every month from 10am to noon. The focus will be to offer support and connection for Moms and participate in an informal presentation with The Birthing Tree Director, Abby Bordner. The groups will be meeting at The Santa Fe Children’s Museum in the newly remodeled Greenhouse classroom. All welcome!
Gear For Sale
Solid wood bunk beds with mattresses. Headboards have book shelves. Can be used as two single beds or stacked for bunk beds. Easy assembly! Call Abby at 474-9615 or email akbordner@aol.com $100
Original Baby Jogger II: Purple canvas with fleece liner, light weight aluminum construction. Five point, adjustable harness, back and under basket for storage. 20" wheels for off road hiking and running, quick release wheels, sunshade and hand break. Can hold up to 70 pounds. $175. Contact Abby at akbordner@aol.com or 474-8615.
Beautiful Serenity sleigh style crib, bought 2 years ago but rarely used. Excellent condition. Light brown/honey colored. For sale for $250 or $300 with mattress (also in excellent condition). Contact Kristen at 231-4333.
Cocalo "Monkey Business" crib set, includes mobile & diaper bag $60/OBO, never used quilt & pillow set (pink, yellow & blue w/ lamb motif) $30/OBO, Graco Safeseat Infant car seat (tan) $40/OBO. Contact Kim at 983-0786 or kpollock@cybermesa.com. Can provide photos.
Never been used, heavy fleece "Bundle Me" zip up car seat liner. Navy blue, toddler size. Retails at $50. Asking $25 email: annemanzler@earthlink.net phone: 577-5997
7th Generation size 2T/3T training pants ("pull-ups") for sale. I OVER bought online and now our son is potty trained! Spent $43.99 for 4 packs (qty 29 per pack), but will take $30 since we opened one pack and used one training pant. (Basically we're asking $7.50 per pack, compare to WholeFoods prices, eekk!). Call Yuki/Chris 955-9020.
SAVE $ and create LESS WASTE - FuzziBunzCLOTH DIAPERSfor sale.
qty 9 in size MEDIUM (4 hunter green + 5 periwinkle blue)
qty 9 in size LARGE (4 olive green + 5 burgundy)
plus 24 inserts (21 terry cloth + 3 hemp) plus diaper pail and liner!
Large size were NEVER used since our son is now potty trained! Immaculately cared for and laundered. I originally spent $350 (I can show you my original receipts), but will take $175 (50% off) and you'll get a deal and some environmental peace of mind! for more info about fuzzibunzvisit their website: http://www.fuzzibunzdirect.com or call-email me Yuki Murata 955-9020 yuki@moderngoods.com
Pump in Style Medella Breastpump. You will need to buy your own tubing and breastplates. I have the order form and will help you with it.You can have mine. There's nothing wrong with them, but figure you would want new tubing and breastplates. $85.00
Rosemary Dunston 438 2756
Cloth Diapers & Covers Newborn size up to 10 + lbs
12 New cotton pre-folds $15
18- unbleached fitted diapers with gusseted legs, washed but unused $50
All covers gently used, washed in non-toxic & biodegradable detergent:
2 Cotton covers -$15
2 Super-Snap polyester covers-waterproof-$12
1 wool cover with Velcro closures-lanolized -$12
3 Bum Genius All in One, 2 pink, 1 white $25
or buy the lot for $110 This system worked great for our baby for her first 2 months
Call Alania 505-982-3105 with any questions
Looking For
bike carriage for two, jogging stroller for two Anne Manzler Driscoll
email:annemanzler@earthlink.net phone: 577-5997
ARM'S REACH UNIVERSAL COSLEEPER --- We are looking for this particular type of cosleeper (we need it to fit a bed with lower height). Please contact Brad at 662-0432 or bplohr@comcast.net. Thanks!
I am looking for a girl bouncer, crib and mattress in excellent used condition.
I can be contacted at naomi.velasquez@state.nm.us
Parents Connection
Many Mothers Circle: The third Wed. of each month at The Santa Fe Children’s Museum, 10am to noon in the Greenhouse. Hosted by Many Mothers and The Birthing Tree. There will be an informal presentation/discussion about issues of parenting in the first year. Topics include Infant Massage, Dads Involvement, and Alternative Medicines for children. FREE and All welcome! For more information www.thebirthingtree.com or call 690-3492
Looking to form a group of running moms to provide support and get together for runs/walks both with and without our kids.My son was born in June, and I'm SLOWLY getting back up to speed!Contact Jessie at jess.lawrence@gmail.com.
End of Pregnancy/ Newborn Moms Group Contact Aviva at scottvw@juno.com.
Single Moms Group: Meet other single Moms and support each other in the unique experience of single parenting. Contact Stacia at stacia@intuitiveavenues.com
MOMS club of Santa Fe-Southwest is a non-profit group for stay-at-home moms offering playgroups, activities, and support. Interested moms can contact Anna at 984-1635 or write to sfmomsclub@hotmail.com
Support Group for pregnant and postpartum moms with anxiety and depression Fridays at 11:00am-12:00pm. Friendly, confidential and nurturing. Donation $25/ Medicaid accepted. Call 982-9375 or email sacedtransitions@msn.com
Mother’s Medicine Circles meet every Tuesday from 2:30-4:00pm at BODY.
These circles are loving, healing and spiritual gatherings; a place for mothers to come together for nurturing.Please join us! Gently facilitated by Harmony West-a Mom, Grandmother,
Early Childhood Educator and Family Coach/Educator.
To pre-register, call Body at 986-0362.$12/circle
Great Skin Care/Great Income - Are you looking for a way create a stream of income AND stay at home with your children? Searching for high quality natural skin care and nutritional products?Please call Cheryl Farrar, Independent Consultant and Regional Vice President with Arbonne International (505) 660-1991 or email cherylfarrar@aol.com.
Are you pregnant with a serious exercise regime?Do you wince at some of the workout/yoga or Pilates dvds on the market because they seem so much easier than what you are used to doing?Want to keep your intensity to help your labor?Certified Fitness Professional (ACE, AFAA and pregnant!)looking to start a class for Already Athletic Moms - if you are interested in learning more, please email me at santesf@yahoo.com.
Sacred Circle of Mothers Any and all mothers please join in a discussion about motherhood. Let us explore and share together the adventure, beauty, mystery and challenge it is to mother in this world. Our ongoing group meets once a month. Call Heather Gonzales at 424-3360 for location and time.
Anyone who is interested in or already practicing Elimination Communication, Infant Potty Training, or other approaches to Diaper Free living, is invited to join the google group:
http://groups.google.com/group/catchascatchcan for discussions and to organize get-togethers.
Weewolf / Lonewolf Walks -
I (Cosima) need mama(s) for a walking club - possibilities: with my 2 year old Gus on Thursday and Friday (audubon?) OR lone-mamawolf walk on Monday or Tuesday am at about 9 OR weekdays at lunchtime - sleep and stroll (eastside?) Please call me at home 505 216 5050
Resources
Services/Classes
The Birthing Tree Cooperative Childbirth Preparation Classes and Parent Workshops, please view our calendar and online registration at www.thebirthingtree.com
Parents Night Out ~ Saturday evening Care ~Gabriela's is a fun alternative for your child's care on Saturday evenings. For children ages 2 1/2 and up. Outdoor Play, Dinner, Movie and Popcorn with friends..State Licensed Childcare. Hours are 5:30 pm-9:30 pm~ Price $ 25.00/Child~Call 986-1388 by Wednesday prior to save your space~
Single Mom’s Group contact Carol 466-4465 ctyroler@netzero.net
Linda Spackman and Amy Spurlock teach yoga classes for expectant and new mothers every Monday and Wednesday and Friday at Yoga Source, 901 W. San Mateo. Classes feature appropriate poses to support the multitude of changes during pregnancy and postpartum. Classes are lively, upbeat and embracing. A great place to get to know other moms. Info 982-0990
Class Schedule:
Monday 10:45 - 12:15 Prenatal/Postpartum
Wednesday 10:45 - 12:15 Prenatal
Friday 11:00 - 12:15 Mommy and Me
Dr. Quinn Evans has a general practice in acupuncture and herbal medicine including helping women with breech presentations and thosechoosing alternatives to medical inductions. He also assists in postpartum recovery. Call 988-8819 to get more information orset up an appointment.
Beautiful Birth Center in Taos offers nurturing waterbirth, homebirth and birth center births with licensed midwives. Visit our informational website www.midiwferycenter.org, call for a free consult and join our growing Santa Fe clientele! Insurance and medicaid accepted. Contact us at 505-758-1216 or midwiferycenter@hotmail.com and visit our blogspot at www.taosbirth.blogspot.com
To see announcements of recent births!
Bless You Mom-Conscious Thoughts for the Mothering Journey is a deck of uplifting, affirmation cards made especially for Mothers by Mothers. Please visit us at www.blessyoumom.com. Bless You Mom!
Many Mothers: Many Mothers is dedicated to caring for mothers and families with newborns. Volunteer service is for three months, a few hours a week. For more information on volunteering or to receive services, please call Julie Peet 670-1106 or email at jpimagine@hotmail.com . Please visit our website www.manymothers.org
Santa Fe-based Mothering Magazine is a national bimonthly magazine that reports on natural family living. Articles cover pregnancy, childbirth options, breastfeeding, educational alternatives and family health issues. Come visit our office at 1807 Second Street, Ste. 100. Check out our lending library and local resource section. Pick up our latest issue and see for yourself why families all over the world trust Mothering.
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