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Tue Mar 18 10:42:13 EDT 2008

Baby Massage
Kelly who is looking for 2 or 3 moms with newborns (0-9 months)to teach them baby massage for free. She has to complete her practice. If interested contact her at: 310-351-3253 or sweetmeditations at gmail.com

Life Coaching
Save 25% on any life coaching sessions booked with Mothercraft between now and April 30th 2008! COUPON CODE MC25 03/08-03 - EXP. 04/2008. The more you book, the more you save. This offer is valid for individual sessions, as well as packages. Save your sanity, AND a few bucks! This is a great way to make some lasting life changes this year!  For more information, visit www.mothercraftcoaching.com

Paintbox Kids, Pasadena 
Now booking parties for May and June
http://www.paintboxkids.com/parties.html

Active Minds, Active Bodies
Located on the campus of Abraham Joshua Heschel Day School in Northridge, is designed as a unique and flexible summer program which ignites new interests, hones innate skills, emphasizes self-esteem and broadens the scope of every child\'s vision. Utilizing our three session themes (Our Wild, Wild World: July 7-18, Extreme Explorations: July 21-August 1, and Super Sports: August 18-29) our campers will connect with friends, both old and new, and stretch their minds, bodies and imaginations in a fun and friendly environment. Camp hours are 9:30AM - 3:00PM. Drop off begins at 9:00AM. For more information, or an application call 818.368.5781 and ask for the camp office.

For children needing a Neuropsychological or Psycho-Educational Evaluation
Dana Chidekel, PhD is a Board Certified Pediatric Neuropsychologist - 1 of 5 in all of California who are board certified with this specialty.  She evaluates kids referred by schools, pediatricians, psychotherapists, educational attorneys/advocates, psychiatrists, educational therapists, civil litigation attorneys, ophthalmologists, and previous patients (most gratifying!). Kids present with problems that interfere with school and learning, socialization, emotional regulation, and behavioral control. Some have medical histories that contribute to cognitive or emotional problems, including genetic problems, seizure disorders, or head injuries, but many do not.  Parents often come to her seeking to clarify if kids have attention problems (ADD/ADHD), learning disabilities, autism spectrum disorders, nonverbal learning disabilities, depression. anxiety, or some combination of these problem. Parents leave her office with clarification of which of these labels may fit, but more importantly, they leave with a dimensional understanding of why their kids behave as they do - a detailed map of sorts - and with recommendations about what to do to help their kids that grows from having such detailed information about what is causing problems.  She also performs the evaluations necessary to qualify children who deserve extra time and other accommodations for the SAT, ACT and other standardized and school testing, and she is available to attend IEP's for the children who she has evaluated, to insure that they get the services they deserve. More about me can be found at www.abpdn.org or www.abpn.net (the board that certifies me for adults, who make up about 10% of my practice)Diplomate-American Board of 18321 Ventura Blvd., Suite 510 in Tarzana
(818) 705-4305

Mommyplace
Mommyplace.com is the hottest new website for Moms to share their Mommy wisdom.  No other site offers easier to find child related information or an easier way to share your tips and knowledge.  Mommyplace.com is not a bunch of message boards, rather it uses wiki technology, just like Wikipedia.  Click on www.mommyplace.com to find answers to the questions that keep you up at night.  Wondering how to keep your baby warm at night?  Stressed over hiring the perfect Nanny?  Trying to figure out which stroller to buy?  Need some tips on nursing and diaper rash?  Answer to these questions and more can be found at www.mommyplace.com.  And hey.while you are there, create your own topics and add to already existing topics so other Moms can benefit from your fantastic Mommy wisdom.  

PROTECT YOUR CHILDREN AND YOUR ASSETS ** FREE ** WORKSHOP
"7 Little-Known Steps you MUST Take, to Protect Your Minor Children in Today's Crazy world!"
Sunday, April 6th from 2:00-3:00 pm
Storyopolis Bookstore
12348 Ventura Blvd. in Studio City
Your children can have story time with nursery school teachers at Storyopolis while Gerald Kane, father of 2 and "Estate and Trust Attorney", will help you make effective and responsible decisions for the general health and well-being of your family.  Gerald L. Kane established Gerald L. Kane & Associates in 1994 and Gerald has devoted his practice to Estate Planning for the last 15 years having prepared more than 1,000 plans for California residents.
In this workshop, parents will learn:
How to ensure that your children will never be taken out of your home and into the arms of strangers if the unthinkable should happen to you.
How to choose who should raise your children in your absence.
Who should manage your assets in order to provide income for your children if one or both parents pass away.
How to avoid traps while providing financial support for children with special needs.
How a Living Trust could Save your Family Hundreds of Thousands of Dollars in Unnecessary Probate Fees & Estate Taxes.
How you can Protect Your Children's Inheritance from Divorce or a Lawsuit.
Registration is required. You can register on line by going to www.estplan.com and clicking on the Storyopolis Seminar Tab. or call 818-905-6088

"What is Your Kid Really Doing Online and How to Protect Them"
Wednesday, March 19th at 6:30pm and Saturday, March 29th at 3pm
At the Culver City Library - really helpful for parents who need to learn how to:
-set-privacy settings
-get an inner look to the world of facebook/myspace and what kids are really doing
-why we check facebook 45 times per day 
-and how parents can use it for their own benefit and even to get to know their kids better
Free and no RSVP required.
http://www.colapublib.org:80/libs/culvercity/

Eat Well, Be Well - Personalized Nutrition Counseling
Bring out your best, protect your body and make a positive change in your life.  By improving the quality of your diet, you can achieve just that. If you're ready to make a change, contact Alida Narguizian, RD - Nutrition Specialist at alida at adelphia.net. Counseling sessions are taken place in the comfort of your own home or office.

CBR 
Story on MSNBC (http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/23572206/).  For moms-to-be who are interested, log onto www.cordblood.com for more information on banking. If you use the Mom Code of MMOMZ when registering with CBR, you will receive $250 off.  If anyone has any questions about the process, contact Jackier at cbrmom at roadrunner.com

Great Labels For Kids Stuff
They have really cute designs and a neat "found it" feature so that if someone finds your labeled item, they can get it back to you.  http://www.oliverslabels.com/

Looking for F/T Medical Front Office Manager 
Bright Star Physical Therapy(Specializing in pediatrics) searching for someone that is highly organized and can work independently with a focus on providing the best customer service to the clients. 
Responsibilities: 
- Maintain and ensure that all patient charts are prepared and organized for each day 
- Answer telephone and handle patient inquiries 
- Schedule and confirm appointments 
- Greet and direct patients, salespeople and visitors -Set up new charts and verify benefits 
- Register patients by verifying that patient's record is up to date and accurate; make appropriate changes in the computer system and in patient charts. 
- Coordinate referrals for patients through insurance and other physician offices 
- Collect co-pays/deductibles at the time of visit 
- Assist with payroll 
- Maintain and run the overall organization of the office 
Requirements: 
**The ideal candidate must have a minimum of 2 years experience with references. 
-Medical billing and proficiency in using email, Internet, Microsoft Word and Excel 
-Experience with physical therapy very beneficial. 
-Need to have knowledge of billing and collections. 
Located in Tarzana. Email resumes to: Gabi at neoncake.com or call 818-606-2324

Couples Therapist- Relationship Solutions
April Sherman is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist available to help you learn how to stop having the same arguments over and over again. Create your healthy relationship today. Appointments made in the cities of Encino and Agoura Hills. Call 818-990-0869

PHOTOGRAPHERS
David shoots beautiful natural light portraits of everything including families, people/pets, children, and events/parties, and makes house calls.  David has been an actor, animal rescuer and a favorite uncle to his niece and nephew for many years, so he works equally well with adults, animals and children, and his rates are extremely affordable.   Some of his work is available at his website listed below, but it is also being completely overhauled with new content so stay tuned.   David says you can also call/meet with him to view more of his work with no obligation to hire!  www.davidsobel.com
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Beth Moser - 50% off a sitting to all of Jen's List. Just mention this email list! www.bethmoserphotography.com
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Jamie Johnson Photography is currently taking bookings for Spring and Summer Portraits! If you are over-due for a family portrait or your pregnate or just got a new edition to your family, visit my website at: www.jamiejohnsonphotography.com and book a sitting! I am booked solid September thru December-so get your sitting now!

Somebody's Always Hungry 
http://www.somebodysalwayshungry.com/
A collection of motherhood essays detailing life as a mother from the children's birth to five years old. Not the orderly, glossy parenting magazine style of parenting, but what it really feels like. http://www.somebodysalwayshungry.blogspot.com/
The book is listed on Amazon and Barnes and Noble - You can start making pre-orders.  Here are the links: 
http://www.amazon.com/dp/1932279873 
http://search.barnesandnoble.com/booksearch/results.asp?WRD=Somebody%27s+Always+Hungry 

TOMtote 
Time Of the Month tote is a fashionable accessory for your feminine products comes in several fabric patterns that are perfect for women of all ages. With two clever designs to keep those monthly necessities handy and concealed. Stylish and fun fabric options make these totes great for women of all ages! Also, Bag Tags provide unique personalization on any type of backpack, bag or purse. And with several designs to choose from, anyone can find a style that is just right. A little more serious, or a little more fun - we've got the whole range covered. Phone in your order. Receive the complete set of 1 pad and 1 tampon tote (comes fully stocked) for $24. P: 1-888-lexieb9 or email info at lexiebdesigns.com.  http://lexiebdesigns.com/pages/products.php 

Game Saver
Pricey, yes, but worth it, probably! I can not tell you how many of my games are ALL over the place because the box ripped!
http://www.organizedatoz.com/product_p/173.htm

CALLING ALL MOMS!
*DO YOU KNOW A GROUP OF MOMS WHO REGULARLY GET TOGETHER FOR PLAYDATES AND NETWORKING?
*ARE YOU INTERESTED IN INSPIRING YOUR FRIENDS TO BECOME THE VERY BEST, MOST INFORMED MOMS THEY CAN BE? 
*WOULD YOU LIKE TO EARN MONEY FROM YOUR HOME AS YOUR LITTLE ONES LEARN ESSENTIAL LIFE SKILLS THROUGH FUN, INTERACTIVE GAMES,ACTIVITIES AND PLAY?
*BE AT THE FOREFRONT OF AN EXCITING NEW MOVEMENT TO EMPOWER MOMS & KIDS WITH INSPIRED PARENTING PLAY GROUPST FOR MOMS & KIDS UNDER 5
*WE PROVIDE all the age-appropriate games, activities  and know-how  to host and run your own INSPIRED PARENTING PLAY GROUP/S.
*YOU GET access to all the latest information and products specifically designed to assist children in building their social skills and emotional IQ PLUS INSPIRED PARENTING MAGAZINE FREE! 
If you've been looking for a way to make new friends, earn money without leaving your children, AND do something truly meaningful in the world,
CALL 310 459 8613 - GROUPS FORMING THIS SPRING! 

Payroll service
If your business needs a payroll service, I highly recommend calling Mike Whales at Paychex. Mike Wales represents Paychex Major Market Services. He has been with Paychex for over 15 years and has setup over 3000 clients. Clients appreciate his honesty, hard work, experience and knowledge. Paychex MMS helps clients with solutions that include applicant tracking, HR information system, benefit integration, time & attendance, Section 125 plans, retirement plan administration and much more including payroll. Mike helps clients determine what they need and then builds them a customized integrated solution. He can be reached at mwales at paychex.com or 760-902-8087. I highly recommend working with him! Thanks -- Allyson Mazer - LArecruit at aol.com

Save Topanga State Park
http://savetopangastatepark.org/
On January 10, 2008 Ruth Coleman, Director of California Department of Parks and Recreation, announced that Topanga State Park would be one of the 48 State Parks closed if Gov. Schwarzenegger's proposal to cut $13.3 million from the state parks budget is approved. Topanga State Park is among the top 20 % of most visited state parks in California and is used by almost half a million people a year. It is 13,000 acres in size, and lies entirely within the City of Los Angeles.   .  Topanga State Park is one of our state's remarkable wilderness parks. Yet, it is  accessible to a huge and diverse urban population who enjoy the park for hiking, biking, horseback riding, birding, and taking pleasure in nature. There are about 50 miles of trails in the park including 18 miles of the 70 mile Backbone Trail of the Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area. Topanga State Park is a unique outdoor classroom for thousands of Los Angeles schoolchildren who might not otherwise have nature experiences in a wilderness setting. Such experiences are essential in helping children learn more effectively and appreciate the wonders of our natural environment.Closure could also put surrounding areas, including Topanga Canyon, in jeopardy, since having large numbers of illicit visitors could increase the possibilities for wildfire. Please take action and write, phone, or fax your state legislators today.  Find your elected officials by zipcode  http://ga3.org/calparks/home.html 
Email : Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger  - http://gov.ca.gov/interact#email

Pilates/Yoga/Gyrotonic/Movement Studio 
Conni Ponturo owns a pilates/yoga/gyrotonic/movement studio that is a fabulous place for moms to workout! Anyone who mentions Jen's List will get 10% off any series of 10 classes(yoga, pilates, etc.).  www.theabsoluteyoga.com
20855 Ventura Blvd in Woodland Hills
818.226.0695 

Celebrity Stylist
Do you have no time to shop or no idea what to buy? Do you pick fashion that is unflattering? Do you need help in planning your next big occasion or just in need of a new wardrobe? Do you have a closet full of clothes but still have nothing to wear? If you are in need of a personal stylist/shopper how about a professional celebrity stylist? Candice has been costuming and styling in the entertainment industry for twelve years. She has done films, television, commercials and personal styling for actors. If you need a simple update on your wardrobe or an entire new closet full of clothes she can help. For more information please contact Candice at Candice at designerwardrobetrailers.com

Apartment in Cannes during the Festival Available
Welcome to your Home away from Home! This apartment is located behind the famous Hotel Martinez, and  one block from the Croisette
It has a foyer - a living room - one bedroom - and marbled 1 - 1/2 bath. It features a full kitchen and has plenty of closet space. The large terrace overlooks the building's private gardens. The building is secure and there is a parking place in the underground garage. Walking distance to boardwalk, beach and fun! Film Festival: Euros: 2,000/week - Minumum 2 weeks rental. If you are interested, please contact: Isabelle at 703.864.9491 or imontagu at verizon.net - Exact address of the apt. will not released the until a deposit is received to avoid multiple credentials assigned to the address.

Houses For Sale
West Hills - THIS 4 BR. 2 BATH HOUSE HAS UNDERGONE OVER $100K IN UPGRADES THROUGHOUT. WOOD FLOOR IN EVERY ROOM. KITCHEN AND BATHROOMS WITH TILES FLOORS. KITCHEN WITH GRANITE COUNTERS AND STAINLESS STEEL APPLIANCES. NEW VYNIL  WINDOWS WITH DOUBLE PANE GLASS. ONE BEAUTIFUL BAY WINDOW IN THE LIVING ROOM WITH SITTING AREA AND ONE INCREDIBLE GARDEN WINDOW IN THE KITCHEN. THE HUGE BACKYARD INCLUDES NEW SALT WATER POOL EQUIPMENT. THE POOL, SPA AND WATERFALL REDONE 2 YEARS AGO. A 3 POINT BASKETBALL HOOP ENDING WITH A SPECTACULAR VIEW OF THE SAN FERNANDO VALLEY AND THE SANTA MONICA MOUNTAINS . A GRASSY PLAY AREA AND A NICE SITTING AREA WITH BARBEQUE IDEAL TO ENTERTAIN. EXCELLENT SCHOOLS ALL WALKING DISTANCE - $749,900.00 - http://www.realtor.com/search/listingdetail.aspx?ctid=80712&mnp=35&mxp=34&bd=5&bth=4&typ=1&sid=5a243e1b20a34eef8fc6f852a4536940&pg=2&lid=1096709112&lsn=13&srcnt=15#Detail
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3BR (den could be 4th bedroom), 2 bath home in Sherman Oaks.  House sits on a corner lot with a white picket fence, beautiful iceberg roses and a double cul de sac. Very bright with hardware floors throughout, cozy backyard and detached garage.  Please click on the website for further information http://cumpston.industryaccess.com/
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Sprawling single story home with permitted guest house in wonderful family neighborhood of Winnetka. This house is an amazing value, not yet listed in the MLS ($649,000). Property has expansive private grounds with gated pool, basketball court, and grassy yard. If you would like more information on this property, or to see it before it goes public, please call Randi Wilson at 818/612-1024 or email randi.wilson at sothebysrealty.com
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South of the Boulevard in Woodland Hills - 3 bed/2bath/1344SqFt. Professionally landscaped with brick drive and bull nose brick accents. Living area has open floor plan, vaulted t&g wood ceilings and massive wood beams. Remodeled center isle cooks kitchen includes newer cabinets, double ovens, high ecilings, skylights and veggie sink. Master bedroom features volume ceilings, large picture window and private remodeled bath. Bonus fully enclosed outdoor room with brick flooring and large glass wall of windows. This well cared for home has dual panned windows, recessed lights and potential for expansion with large unfinished area off side of the 2-car garage. Lots of storage space. $600K. Call Jennifer Babcock at 818-222-7576 or Robert Eisenberg at Pinnacle Estate Properties at 818-707-3337 for a showing.

This is really funny!
HOW TO PREPARE FOR  BECOMING A PARENT
Lesson 1
Go home.
Pick up the paper.
Read it for the last time.
Lesson 2
Before you finally go ahead and have children, find a couple who already are parents and berate them about their:
Methods of discipline.
Lack of patience.
Appallingly low tolerance levels.
Allowing their children to run wild.
Suggest ways in which they might improve their child's breastfeeding, sleep habits, toilet training, table manners, and overall  behavior.
Enjoy it, because it will be the last time in your life you will have all the answers.
Lesson 3
To discover how the nights will feel...
Walk around the living room from 5PM to 10PM carrying a wet bag weighing approximately 8-12 pounds, with a radio turned to static (or s ome other obnoxious sound) playing loudly.
At 10PM, put the bag down, set the alarm for midnight, and go to sleep.
Get up at 12 and walk around the living room again, with the bag, until 1AM.
Set the alarm for 3AM.
As you can't get back to sleep, get up at 2AM and make a drink.
Go to bed at 2:45AM.
Get up at 3AM when the alarm goes off.
Sing songs in the dark until 4AM.
Get up. Make breakfast. Keep this up for 5 years.
Look cheerful.
Lesson 4
Can you stand the mess children make? To find out...
Smear peanut butter onto the sofa and jam onto the curtains.
Hide a piece of raw chicken behind the stereo and leave it there all summer.
Stick your fingers in the flower bed.
Then rub them on the clean walls.
Cover the stains with crayons. How does that look?
Lesson 5
Dressing small children is not as easy as it seems.
Buy an octopus and a small bag made out of loose mesh.
Attempt to put the octopus into the bag so that none of the arms hang out.
Time allowed for this - all morning.
Lesson 6
Take an egg carton. Using a pair of scissors and a jar of paint, turn it into an alligator.
Now take the  tube from a roll of toilet paper. Using only Scotch tape and a piece of aluminum foil, turn it into an attractive Christmas candle.
Last, take a milk carton, a ping-pong ball, and an empty packet of Cocoa Puffs.
Make an exact replica of theEiffelTower.
Lesson 7
Forget the BMW & buy a mini-van. And don't think that you can leave it out in the driveway spotless and shining. Family cars don't look like that.
Buy a chocolate ice cream cone and put it in the glove compartment. Leave it there.
Get a dime. Stick it in the CD player.
Take a family size package of chocolate cookies. Mash them into the back seat.
Run a garden rake along both sides of the car.
There. Perfect.
Lesson 8
Get ready to go  out.
Wait outside the bathroom for half an hour.
Go out the front door.
Come in again. Go out.
Come back in.
Go out again.
Walk down the front path.
Walk back up it.
Walk down it again.
Walk very slowly down the road for five minutes.
Stop, inspect minutely, and ask at least 6 questions about every cigarette butt, piece of used chewing gum, dirty tissue, and dead insect along the way.
Retrace your steps.
Scream that you have had as much as you can stand until the neighbors come out and stare at you.
Give up and go back into the house.
You are now just about ready to try taking a small child for a walk.
Lesson 9
Repeat everything at least  (if not more than) five times.
Lesson 10
Go to the local grocery store. Take with you the closest thing you can find to a pre-school child. (A full- grown goat is excellent).
If you intend to have more than one child, take more than one goat.
Buy your week's groceries without letting the goats out of your sight. Pay for everything the goat eats or destroys.
Until you can easily accomplish this, do not even contemplate having children.
Lesson 11
Hollow out a melon.
Make a small hole in the side.
Suspend it from the ceiling and swing it from side to side.
Now get a bowl of soggy Cheerios and attempt to spoon them into the swaying melon by pretending to be an airplane.
Continue until half the Cheerios are gone.
Tip half into your lap. The other half, just throw up in the air.
You are now ready to feed a nine- month old baby.
Lesson 12
Learn the names of every character fromSesame Street, Barney, Disney, the Teletubbies, and Pokemon. Watch nothing else on TV for at least five years.
Lesson 13
Move to the tropics. Find or make a compost pile. Dig down about halfway and stick your nose in it. Do this 3-5 times a day for at least two years.
Lesson 14
Make a recording of Fran Drescher saying "mommy" repeatedly. (Important: no more than a four second delay between each "mommy"; occasional crescendo to the level of a supersonic jet is required). Play this tape in your car everywhere you go for the next
four  years. You are now ready to take a long trip with a toddler.
Lesson 15
Start talking to an adult of your choice. Have someone else continually tug on your skirt hem, shirt-sleeve, or elbow while playing the "mommy" tape made from Lesson 14 above. You are now ready to have a conversation with an adult while there is a child in the room.

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