Red Tent Event, Fri. 5/6/11

Red Tent Event
Friday, May 6, 2011
7-10pm
The Nest
469 Prospect Ave.
Little Silver, NJ 07739

LOOK FOR THE RED BALLOONS!
http://maps.google.com/maps/ms?source=s_d&saddr=469+Prospect+Ave,+Little+Silver,+NJ+07739&daddr=40.339939,-74.042306&geocode=FS-IZwId2zSW-ykVs6YsEDDCiTFc7AM


*Belly Dancing with Eryka Andrex--fun for bellies at EVERY stage!
Starting at 7:15pm!

*Henna...Eryka will also be donating her Henna expertise.

*Share your pregnancy and birth experiences.
Starting at 8:15pm

*Refreshments.

*Free 10 Minute Chair Massages
Compliments of Family Wellness Center

*Silent Auction.
Bidding time ending at 9:30pm.


AUCTION ITEMS:

Professional Newborn or Family Photography Session
Megan Gray Photography
www.megangrayphotography.com

Snooty Booty Diapers (Cloth Diapers & Accessories)
Bag & Hemp cleaning cloths
www.snootybootydiapers.com

Gymboree (Howell & Ocean)
4 Class Gift Certificate
www.gymboreeclasses.com

Sleepy Wrap
Baby Carrier
www.sleepywrap.com

Essence Myofascial Release Treatment & Wellness Center
Gift Certificate
www.essenceNJ.com
www.essenceNJ.com

Nurturing Life Giftbox from MotherLove
http://www.motherlove.com/product/8880_NLGB_Gifts-Nurturing-Life-Gift-Box.html
www.motherlove.com

Bravado Nursing & Maternity Bras & Tanks & More
$35 Gift Certificate
http://www.bravadodesigns.com/

Wegmans Gift Basket
www.wegmans.com

MilkMakers Cookies
One month supply of MilkMakers cookies, including shipping.
(Guests of our Red Tent will get to taste these cookies, too! Thank you MilkMakers!)
www.milkmakers.com

The Kitchen Yogi
Set of 3 Cookie cutters in the shape of yoga poses!
www.thekitchenyogi.com

Charlotte West Baby
www.Charlottewestbaby.com

Beth Salerno, Postpartum Doula
Gift Certficate
www.doula-care.com

Pure Play Kids Baby Gift Basket
www.pureplaykids.com

OmBaby Yoga
www.ombabyyoga.com

Mommy-Moves: Get Fit With Your Little One In Tow!
Gift Certificate
www.mommy-moves.com

ClutterBye Professional Organizing Services
Gift Certificate for Consultation (1 hr.) & 1 Organizing Session (3 hrs.)
www.clutterbye.net



Want to play a role in creating this event? You can help us reach out to area mothers, donate an item or service for the Auction (you'll get a receipt for your tax deduction), or help arrange for food or drinks....Whatever your skill or availability, we can use your help. Email jerseyshore@daraluznetwork.com
or call 908.492-4987

April 20th Mtg. + Red Tent

Our next meeting is Weds, April 20, 2011.

Join us as we share our favorite green-parenting tips!
Environmentally-friendly choices do not have to cost more--many will save you money!

*food sources & storage
*BPA free
*greener & cheaper clothing options
*simple non-toxic household cleansers
*elimination communication (diaper-free)
*cloth diapering
*much, much more...

This topic effects us all, so bring your partner, sister, mother, and neighbor.
As always, our meetings are free. :)

Belmar Library
517 Tenth Ave.
Belmar, NJ 07719

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Red Tent Event
Friday, May 6, 2011
7-10pm
The Nest
469 Prospect Ave.
Little Silver, NJ 07739

Share your pregnancy and birth experiences. Refreshments. Silent Auction.
Eryka Andrex will be leading us in Belly Dancing--fun for bellies at EVERY stage!More details to follow.

AUCTION ITEMS:

Professional Newborn or Family Photography Session
Megan Gray Photography
www.megangrayphotography.com

Snooty Booty Diapers (Cloth Diapers & Accessories)
Bag & Hemp cleaning cloths
www.snootybootydiapers.com

Gymboree (Howell & Ocean)
4 Class Gift Certificate
www.gymboreeclasses.com

Sleepy Wrap
Baby Carrier
www.sleepywrap.com

Essence Myofascial Release Treatment & Wellness Center
Gift Certificate
www.essenceNJ.com
www.essenceNJ.com

Nurturing Life Giftbox from MotherLove
http://www.motherlove.com/product/8880_NLGB_Gifts-Nurturing-Life-Gift-Box.html
www.motherlove.com

Bravado Nursing & Maternity Bras & Tanks & More
$35 Gift Certificate
http://www.bravadodesigns.com/

Wegmans Gift Basket
www.wegmans.com

MilkMakers Cookies
One month supply of MilkMakers cookies, including shipping.
(Guests of our Red Tent will get to taste these cookies, too! Thank you MilkMakers!)
www.milkmakers.com

The Kitchen Yogi
Set of 3 Cookie cutters in the shape of yoga poses!
www.thekitchenyogi.com

Charlotte West Baby
www.Charlottewestbaby.com

Beth Salerno, Postpartum Doula
Gift Certficate
www.doula-care.com



Want to play a role in creating this event? You can help us reach out to area mothers, donate an item or service for the Auction (you'll get a receipt for your tax deduction), or help arrange for food or drinks....Whatever your skill or availability, we can use your help. Email jerseyshore@daraluznetwork.com
or call 908.492-4987

March 16: Choosing Your Provider

Your choice in a provider sets the tone for your experience, and can be the determining factor in outcomes. Positive birth experience? Increased prenatal stress? Power struggles with your pediatrician?

You always have a choice! We'll be discussing how to find the best health care provider--whether you need an OB/midwife, Pediatrician or a general doctor/nurse practitioner.
Come share your experiences--we learn so much from one another!

As always, our meetings are FREE and all women, babies & children are welcome.

Weds, March 16, 2011
6:30-8:30pm
Belmar Libray
517 Tenth Ave.
Belmar, NJ 07719

Feb. 16th Meeting

Join us at our Febrauary meeting as we explore the role of hormones in our mothering & how they effect our relationship with our child. What steps can you take to enhance the bond between you and your child? From conception to breastfeeding & beyond, hormones play a vital role. Come share your experiences.

As always, our meetings are free and all women, babies & children are welcome.

Weds, 2/16/11
Belmar Library
517 Tenth Ave.
Belmar, NJ 07719
6:30-8:30pm

(this is an open & casual gathering--we'd love for you to come when you can!) :)

6 Keys to a Satisfying Birth, 1/19/11

Two Certified Birth Doulas (DONA), Certified Lamaze Childbirth Educators, and mothers of five will be our Guest Speakers for Jan. 19, 2011 meeting.
Dorothy Haines and Jessica Koester, co-founders of Your Best Birth Childbirth Services reveal the 6 Keys to a more Satisfying Birth.

www.yourbestbirth.org

As always, our meetings are FREE and all women, babies and children are welcome.

Belmar Library
517 Tenth Ave.
Belmar, NJ 07719
Meeting Begins @ 6:30
Guest Speaker Presents 7pm (So please try to be there by then!)

Dec. 15th Meeting: Breastfeeding

Dec. 15, 2010: Breastfeeding Questions Answered!

Donna Jagger, IBCLC will be sharing her expertise on Breastfeeding.


1-Changing the presentation of breastfeeding benefits

2-Who and what are your resources?

3-What are they promoting in your doctors office?

4-Asking those who breastfed how did they do it?

5-How do formula companies market their products?

6-Beyond the first weeks-benefits that are both personal and global

Donna has had over 25 years in Obstetrical experience; L&D experience 15+; Childbirth Educator over 10 years, Lactation Consultant 15 years,

Experience as a Nurse Manager for Medical and Obstetrical Unit; Consultant for a large baby care company for 3 years;

Member of Monmouth Ocean Breastfeeding Consortium-

Present Position at Community Medical Center -Lactation Education for staff and the Lactation Consultant program that offers prenatal breastfeeding class, in- patient daily rounds and weekly support group facilitator.

*Please note, this topic is so relevant for mothers and their partners/extended families, we welcome dads, grandmas, and other support people to attend the meeting, as well! As always, our meetings are FREE!

Weds. Dec. 15, 2010
6:30pm Meeting Begins
7pm Guest Speaker Presents (Please try to arrive by 7pm!)
8:30pm Meeting Ends

Belmar Libary
517 Tenth Ave.
Belmar, NJ 07719

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