GothamBaby.com

http://www.creativeplayforkids.com/
creativeplayforkids@nyc.rr.com
(212) 729-1667
Music and movement classes/playgroups for babies and toddlers around Manhattan with locations in Chelsea, UWS, UES, BPC, & Hells' Kitchen. Classes include singing, dancing, instruments, puppets, playtime and a whole lot more!

Are you tired of the birthday game?
"What does your child want for their birthday?"
Let our gift registry program solve this problem.
It's simple:
1. Register online for your child's desired gifts.
2. Mail our specialty registry announcement cards along with your birthday
invitations.
3. Friends and family have the ease and convenience of
shopping online.
4.We wrap and ship the birthday gifts directly to the
birthday child's home.
5. Everyone wins!
http://littleredshoppingcart.com/

Giada's Books ginarotundo@rcn.com Hello! I sell wonderful, cross-cultural books and educational products for an independent publisher, Barefoot Books. These products celebrat art and history and encourage creativity. Contact me if you'd like to organize a party, story time, playgroup, or fundraiser. I can come to your home or school and show the kids a great time and give you the opportunity to enjoy some no-hassle shopping. The products are suitable for ages 0-Adult. Visit my site to learn more about me and Barefoot Books.You can also order directly from my site. I look forward to sharing my love of these products with you! giadasbooks.com

Heard of speed dating? Well now there's speed interviewing for parents seeking nannies! Join us for an evening of fun on November 30th and meet lots of great nannies, face-to-face. Here’s how it works: Ø You are given background information and a written reference for each nanny. Ø You have 5 minutes to chat with each nanny to see if there’s a potential match. Ø After the event, you can arrange for a more in-depth interview with the nannies of your choice. Ø Hire the one that’s a perfect fit for your family! As featured on: NBC's The Today Show, CBS News Radio, Newsday LI, Maclean's Don't miss this amazing event! November 30th, 7pm Moonsoup 1059 Second Avenue (bet 55th & 56th) Other locations scheduled regularly. To register, go to http://www.meetthenanny.com/events.php or call us at

New Dance Group www.ndg.org 212-904-1990 Starting Pointe – An 8 Week Prenatal and Postnatal Program. Designed to provide a safe and nurturing environment for expectant and new parents, along with babies in the earliest stages of life. The Prenatal Prep classes offer expectant mothers valuable instruction on breathing, meditation and relieving stress in preparation for childbirth, as well as on strengthening and stretching the proper muscles required for both giving birth and caring for a newborn. Postnatal classes offer new parents and their newborns the opportunity to learn safe, effective exercises together, which help mothers regain strength and tone after childbirth.

MomsNightOutNYC.com
Cari@MomsNightOutNYC.com
(917) 747-3399
Mom's Night Out NYC hosts fun events for NYC Moms, because whether you're a stay at home Mom or a Mom who works outside the home you deserve a night out with other women who share your experiences. At Mom's Night Out, we create a fun and friendly environment where women from throughout the city can meet and mingle. Please join us for a fun night out!

http://www.creativeplayforkids.com/ Parent and child classes/playgroups for babies and toddlers.

http://www.babyyums.com
24 E. 22nd St FLR 3
Tel: (212)228.9514
Email: info@babyyums.com

Description:
BABYYUMS offers a series of cooking classes to help guide new parents orchestrate a child's first taste of solids, or develop a repertoire of finger foods.
The classes cover everything from what foods to introduce when to the nutritional value of foods and how to prepare a balanced meal plan. Easy, time-saving, baby food recipes are included. To learn more visit our website for Class Descriptions & Schedules

http://www.savinggracephotography.com

Capture the everyday moments that mean so much, the moments that reveal your child's true nature.

At Saving Grace Photography, your session will be tailored to your child's personality and expressive nature. I love working with children and appreciate that each child is more than a forced grin captured before a fake backdrop.

You will never have to rush to a studio with an unhappy child. I will come to you and your child will be photographed in a relaxed and comfortable environment.I specialize in finding the perfect outdoor locations around New York City that are especially suited to your child's age.

Peeled Snacks provides healthy on-the-go snacks for moms and kids to share. We don't add any oils, sugars, or fat to our product, so you can get your sweet-fix the natural way...by eating moist whole pieces of fruit! Hey, Oprah recommends it...has she ever steered you wrong? Visit us at www.peeledsnacks.com!

www.mominthecity.com
Mom in the City is a social and support group for expectant mothers and mothers of children under age 5 in Manhattan and the tri-state area. We host a series of Moms-Night-Out activities on Thursday evenings. You can learn more about us on our website at www.mominthecity.com.

SAMGIRL Studios
http://www.samgirlstudios.com
47th Street and 7th Avenue
212-730-4711
info@samgirlstudios.com
We are a Visual and Performing Arts Studio located in the heart of Manhattan at 47th Street and 7th Avenue. We have daily classes for children ages 3-12. Feel free to call 646-281-2437 to inquire about sample clases and visit us on the web at www.samgirlstudios.com.
In addition to classes, we host children's birthday parties and offer sminars and workshops for parents.

Certified Pre-Natal Yoga teacher offering Group and Private sessions within Manhattan No Previous exposure to Yoga neccesary! My classes are very helpful for women in all stages of Pregnancy Maximum class size of 8 Mums only. Very Affordable! Feel free to contact with any questions at 646-216-9404 or email at midtownbeginsyoga@gmail.com Partner/Couple therapy also offered

All AroundU www.allaroundu.com all of our services are provided in our clients' homes 212-996-5930 sarah@allaroundu.com All AroundU is Manhattan's new prenatal and postnatal in home health, relaxation and nutrition service. All AroundU offers their clients the unique opportunity to create a gym and spa in the comfort of their own home, by delivering all services and materials directly to them. Designed for parents and parents-to-be, of all skill levels and all prenatal and postnatal stages, services include personal training, massage therapy and nutrition as well as a number of other services aimed to pamper and relax clients, such as in home facials and body treatments. Stay Home and Stay Healthy with All AroundU. For more information please visit our website, www. allaroundu.com or call 212-996-5930

Hi; If you have ADD/ADHD.. there is a support group that can help you to find help for this disorder. Please visit our web site (there are NO ads) http://www.maaddsg.org We hold two meetings a month. One is for people to discuss their issues. The other is led by a speaker... We look foward to seeing you.

http://www.babybitesnyc.com laura@babybitesnyc.com 646-258-3907 We are the new wave of luncheons for moms and their babies. Enjoy a delicious lunch, expert guest speaker, free raffles, goodies for each mom to take home, and the chance to meet and socialize with lots of moms. We hold East side and West side luncheons. For more information, email Laura: laura@babybitesnyc.com or you can call her directly at 646-258-3907. We hope you will join us for a great afternoon!

www.yogabhavan.com 114 East 28 St., 2A (btwn Park & Lex.) (212)696-9642 info@yogabhavan.com We are a friendly, homey center offering prenatal, family, and mom & baby yoga classes. Classes are tailored to meet the needs of the students and to create a relaxed, fun, and comfortable atmosphere. Yoga means union, and what better way to experience the benefits of yoga than by strengthening family and community bonds!

~~* Its all here *~~ Looking for the perfect gift for your child's birthday or special occasion? Need a great gift idea for your child's friend? How about a forget-me-not Baby Shower gift? New music for those rides with your little ones? Or, music to add fun and learning at home? Come to: http://www.drmy.net/musicforchildren Call us today: (212)426-0797 We are certain you will be very satisfied with your purchase and our customer service.

http://www.mothersandmenus.com
(646)522-9591
Mothers & Menus is the only meal delivery service committed solely to supporting expectant and new mothers. Our organic menu caters to your newborn's sensitive needs; fresh handmade meals delivered daily pamper and energize you so that you can care for your newborn. Our moms love losing their pregnancy weight without guilt while nursing. Our dads love caring for their partners and newborns and having dinner, too! 10% off for Gotham Baby parents. Visit us at: www.mothersandmenus.com.

http://www.weeonesclub.com/
128 East 36th St. (Btwn Park and Lexington)
212-779-3434
The Murray Hill Wee Ones Club is a unique place for children to come with their parents, family members, or nannies. The Wee Ones Club opened in May of 2004, offering a new concept in early childhood classes. The Club offers regular classes, as well as a place where children become members and are entitled to walk in for mini-classes each day without a reservation. In addition to taking a class in music, gym, Art Club, Sign Language, Spanish, Pre-school Practice and Alphabet Gym, mini-classes are also available in music, art, and Spanish for our members. Carefully developed programs for music, movement, art and colors, and dance, that are age appropriate, and allow the children to express themselves in a supportive and caring environment.

http://www.counseling4kids.com
Place of Hearts, Counseling for Kids
20 W. 20th St. between 5th & 6th
placeofhearts@yahoo.com
      Does your child like to play, but has difficulty interacting with and getting along with peers?
      Or, does your child have trouble with solving conflict at school and learning self-control? Research shows that children who gain positive social skills early on have a significant impact later in life.
      Play therapy social skills groups are now forming for Pre-K & Elementary aged children. LEAPSS & BOUNDS, which stands for Learning Encompassing Art, Play, & Social Skills and Blending Our Unique Needs in Developing Success is a unique, fun, and child-centered group which combines peer-age and skill-matched children with innovative, creative learning through play.
      A great way for your child to meet other children and gain valuable skills that will help them succeed in school & life!
      Groups led by: Child Therapist/M.Ed. NCC
Play Therapist, Former School Counselor, Former Special Education & Early Childhood Teacher

www.birthdaypresence.net 917-751-6579 doulas@birthdaypresence.net Birth Day Presence offers pregnant women and their families a wide range of services including 24-hour on-call nurturing, non-judgmental labor and postpartum support, childbirth education classes (privates, intensives, and 8-week group classes) and professional birth photography. Birth Day Presence is committed to supporting expectant parents no matter what their financial circumstances and has different teams of doulas working in all ranges.

What do you get when you throw together some hairy feet, funky guitar licks, sparkly vests, and groovy lyrics??? The answer is... Barking Gorillas! The newest & hippest original "Cool music for kids...And their parents too!" If you just can't stomach another Barney tape or folksy rendition of the Itsy Bitsy Spider, our music is what your family has been searching for. In an August 13th children's music feature the New York Post raved, "These rocking, funky and fun songs are perfect for parents tired of oversimplified, dull kids' music."

Check us out at: http://www.BarkingGorillas.com

Buy our CDs online at: www.cdbaby.com

We are available for private parties and special events at: info@BarkingGorillas.com

 

Have a blast barking and boogying to the beat!

http://www.wehealny.org/familyed/courses.html
First Ave. at 16th St.
Classes: (212) 420-2999 (Classes)
General: (212) 420-2000 (General)
Breastfeeding support line: (212) 420-2939
CPR class: (212) 420-4479
A variety of pre- and postnatal classes including Babysaver CPR and Child Safety and breastfeeding support.

http://www.realbirth.com 4 West 22nd Street, 2nd floor (btwn. 5th and 6th Ave.) (212) 367-9006 ages: prenatal to 3 years Realbirth provides a community of support, with many classes, support groups and activities for parents (and single parents), and their babies during the transition to parenthood. Realbirth also provides Childbirth Preparation, Breastfeeding and Newborn Care classes for the expectant mother and her support person.

http://www.newyorkparentconnection.com
ages 4 months - 3.5 years
info: momnet@rcn.com

Four Locations:
54 West 22nd Street, RealBirth, 2nd Floor (between 5th and 6th)
(212) 677-6551
165 West 86th Street, West Park Presbyterian Church (at Amsterdam)
(212) 677-6551
St. Vartan's Play School, 1st Avenue Between 35th and 36th Street
(212) 677-6551
Kidville, 163 E 84th Street
(212) 677-6551

This class exposes young children to the French language through song, dance and interactive play. The class incorporates traditional French children's songs, dance movement, visual props, and puppet shows. The class teaches the ability to follow simple instructions in French and builds a vocabulary of everyday words. Parents and caregivers need not speak French.

Maternal Fitness
http://www.maternalfitness.com/
108 East 16th Street 4th floor
212-353-1947
jtupler@maternalfitness.com
Prenatal and postnatal fitness and tummy strength classes, seminars, DVDs, book. Taught exclusively by Registered Nurses and Physical Therapists, the prenatal fitness program of six weekly 90-minute sessions prepares women for labor and motherhood. Programs created by Julie Tupler, RN.

www.attachmentparenting.org
NYC Attachment Parenting International (API) is a kid-friendly parent group that provides support,information and networking for local families interested in learning more about or practicing attachment-style parenting.

Free, kid friendly, monthly meetings are held twice monthly at downtown locations. Please see the calendar on our Yahoo Group Site for meeting details. Meetings feature timely parenting and child development topics in the context of building strong and healthy emotional bonds between parents and kids, strengthening families, and building awareness of the importance of secure attachment.

API NYC has a members-only website that features a message board, chat room, tips, recommendations from members and calendar of weekly ‘AP friendly’ activities and playgroups at locations around the city.

For more info: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/API-NYC/; Art Yuen 212.473.4525 nixonad@yahoo.com.

http://www.mybabyfingers.com
UWS, UES, Murray Hill, East and West Village, Brooklyn, Long Island locations
NYC Sign Language & Music Classes where you will learn to SIGN WITH YOUR Babies, Toddlers, and Children. Babies as young as one month, children in pre-school or Kindergarten, and toddlers anywhere in- between will benefit from this unique combination of American Sign Language and music, games, stories, and dramatic play.

www.laundryspa.com
THE LAUNDRY SPA is a personalized laundry service that pampers your clothes piece by piece. The Laundry Spa is a favorite and life saver for busy mothers!!! All kids' clothes are washed in Dreft, they'll even wash diapers! Pick-up and delivery at your door all throughout New York City within 48 hours. To try it out visit www.laundryspa.com. Also offers dry cleaning!