disco daddy's and boogie down mamas of the PDX - please pause for the cause as we search for a new home for baby loves disco. sure the crystal was great - but they can't give us dates with enough advance time that busy families like us need! and we wonder how great the wonder would have been if only there was a bar and more space. so now? the great BLD hunt is on. any ideas? let us know and we'll do the same. can’t until we find a new space? it's bld in a box: (i) practice your dance moves; (ii) move some furniture around to create space; (iii) download this awesome podcast of baby loves disco live in nyc (spun by dj ayers), and (iv) make some bubbles, call some friends and you’re good to go.
new social network for parents that we wholeheartedly endorse - momslikeme is a great resource and networking opportunity for momslike you! stop by and check it out here - make some noise, pass it on, and be amongst the founding mommas in your community.
sometimes i rock slow, sometimes i rock quick. sometimes i go little, sometimes i go big - and when i'm ready to stock up every month i do go to Babies “R” Us, for the ease and price and alllllll that stuff - everything you could possibly need for baby, store. they specialize in babies and really can take care of your every need. and like they say to us "We strive to be the best, not just with product, but with our service..... From free seminars, green products, adorable layette to breast pump purchase or rental, you know your questions will be answered with a smile." In Tigard near Costco 503.670.7539 or in Clackamas near Johnson Creek Blvd 503.777.3006.
the holidays are coming and if you need a gift (or want to suggest one to your husband) look no further than local mom alisa catherine who makes a wide selection of handcrafted Sterling Silver photo jewelry and gifts. as a special for BLD fans she's set up a special discount for 15% off anything in her store though December 31st, 2008! Just use the discount code BLDHOL08 during checkout. check out her website here: www.alisacatherine.com.
Sinupret is an all natural, plant-based alternative to what is currently on the market for children's cold and sinus relief. It does not contain any harmful stimulants, caffeine, ephedra, or pseudoephedrine, like most other children's cold medicines. pass the sinupret man and bring some healthy relief!
It's playing, singing, dancing. creating fun at Gymboree Play and Music. Children ages newborn through four years of age along with a grown-up discover the magic of childhood in classes especially designed for their ages. Classes are available six days a week and evenings at three Portland locations; call 503.670.1683 for classes on the westside or 503.659.1286 for classes in Clackamas.
want to see more moms like me (and you)? come visit moms like me and see how they can help portland mom's like you (and me) live a bit easier and a lot more fun. worth clicking here to learn more about how the site is connecting Moms like me (and you) with other local Moms in your own (my own) neighborhood.
New Seasons Market loves kids, but sometimes it's just easier to let us shop for you. Now you can shop for groceries day or night right from the privacy of your own home here . Their nice (and real human!) staff will carefully select your order and deliver it to your home or work (pick-up at the store is an option too). Baby Loves Disco families try if for free with promo code "DISCO" at online checkout. it's the greatest thing that's happened to the super market since......ever? www.newseasonsmarket.com
portland mom deb fernando has a children's equipment rental service called Jibba Jib (rent). what's a jibba jib? this is a jibba jib - rental car seats, cribs, strollers and other baby gear to those who are either hosting little ones or visiting the Portland metro area. they deliver to private residences and commercial accommodations 7 days a week. check them out and say jibba jib.
good people of portland we are so blessed to have greasy kids stuff on board as our dj crew for all our events. not only do belinda and hove know how to serve it up hot every month at our party,they are nationally coveted husband and wife crew that basically wrote the book on kids music. check out their blog here
baby loves "on the go with joe" and apparently the feeling is mutual. we had a great time last week with Joe Vithayathil and his daughter Sienna who came to play with us during the live feature for KPTV. we love you joe! (and we love you too sienna!)
save money on BLD tickets by not having to pay a service fee and pick yours up at black wagon where you can also pick up the coolest outfit for your kids to where to baby loves disco!
metro parent is the answer. (the question was - where can i find the best parenting resources and information in town?). pick up metro parent for free at over 1200 locations in the portland area or click here to learn more, or just come to next month's baby loves disco where we'll have plenty for everyone.
an independently owned and operated jewel right in the middle of portland with the coolest toys, books, clothing and "stuff"? yes, it's the blackwagon and you can jump on it right here.
click here for a great video report from the "it" moms or click here from a more traditional news report from nbc to see great coverage of the first baby loves disco event at portland's crystal ballroom.
one of my favorite parts about my job (my life!) with baby loves disco is meeting other parents in other parts of the country. and parents of portland, you have a super-star mom among you in asha dornfest - founder and editor of one of the coolest parenting blogs in the land - parenthacks. check her out here or come meet her this weekend at baby loves disco where she'll be hosting a little meet up of parent hacks faithful.
when we got to portland and started asking around for cool kids stores, many signs pointed directly to milagros. owned and operated by the funtes family (milagros means miracles in spanish), our favorite part about the store is their communit- oriented vibe, both on a local and global level. they offer wonderful natural, fairly-made, and recycled products, vegan shoes, cloth diapers, unique locally-made wood toys, and organic baby care products. check them out a: milagrosboutique.com
boy oh boy (and girl oh girl!) are we proud and excited to have the portland children’s museum not only as a sponsor of baby loves disco, but a participant too, as they bring their own flavor and favors to the chill out room. Super cool, just like the “Arthur’s™ World” exhibit now featured at the museum. Check it out here.
on our first day in Portland we went to powell’s city of books and barely made it out by closing time. this independent bookstore is as unique as it is huge! It fills an entire city block, so be sure to pick up a free map at the main entrance when you visit so you don't get lost. Children and adults will love strolling through the thousands upon thousands of books housed here. Check it: http://www.powells.com
We have to give credit to the amazing ladies of baby boot camp for being such gracious hosts to us while we were exploring Portland. Here’s a pitch: The best way to get rid of the baby weight, become stellar strong, and meet awesome friends. Classes are throughout Portland, Beaverton and Vancouver. Instructors are phenomenal and make class tons of fun for you. Can’t go wrong - a great workout, time with your little one and laughing with friends. More info here.
CASAs (Court Appointed Special Advocates ) are ordinary men and women from all walks of life who volunteer to advocate, in court and in the community, for children who have been abused and neglected, and are temporarily under the protection of Juvenile Court. their purpose is to secure a safe and permanent family for each child we serve as quickly as possible. Check ‘em out and get involved.
when we got back from our trip to Portland my youngest son charlie kept saying “wash the park, wash the park”. I had no idea what he was talking about until his older brother took a guess: “he’s talking about Washington park daddy”. I should have known – with all those trails, the rose carden, the castle park, the zoo, and a never ending list of activities it was easily one of our favorite part of our trip. More info here.
Finally- A movie treat for Moms (and Dads too). Enjoy a movie with your munchkin, order a pint, and get comfy on the cozy couches. All at mcmenamin’s kennedy school mommy matinees. Mondays and Tuesdays starting at 1:00 p.m.More info here.
very cool charity - The Old Library Studio which engages at-risk teens by igniting their passion for music. Over 300 teens from all over Portland have composed music and produced their own recordings hands-on with The Old Library Studio since 2004. The Old Library Studio even brings their music technology expertise into the public schools, to help music teachers integrate computer music production into the classroom. Check it out here.
hip urban café with great food, great wine, Great music and…..a room just for kiddies? True. For you. Check ‘em out here.
For the wee ones, you'll want to get your hands on an adorable silkscreened tee/pant set from A Little Lark
Pregnant? Make sure to add a Bumpstyletee to your maternity wardrobe, featuring screenprinted art from local Portland artists.
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