Friday, October 31, 2008

Don’t miss Dr. Jill Stamm on November 1st in Santa Monica!


“Sizzling” Hot Topics Parenting Lecture Series at the Aero Theatre

Featured speakers will provide valuable information from their books with tips and tricks for new parents. Each Lecture will be followed by a Q&A and book signing!

On November 1 at 1p.m. --- Dr. Jill Stamm author of “Bright from the Start”

All ticket proceeds go to Charity!
Dr. Susan Love Research Foundation
Children’s Hospital – Los Angeles
New Directions Institute for Infant Brain Development
Cure Autism Now

Click here for more information

November 1st Dr. Jill Stamm will be speaking about her book “Bright from the Start – The Simple Science-Backed Way to Nurture Your Childs Developing Mind from Birth to Age 3”

November 22nd Authors Jennifer Waldburger & Jill Spivack will be speaking about their book “The Sleep Easy Solution – The Complete Guide to Getting your Baby or Toddler to Sleep”


Don’t Miss These Unique Events!

Visit http://www.pumpstation.com/ for more information.

Tuesday, October 28, 2008

Parenting on the Same Page

By Wendy Haldeman MN, RN, IBCLC, Co-Founder of The Pump Station & Nurtury™

Dear Parents,

I facilitate mother support groups day in and day out. A common theme/complaint I hear repeatedly among new moms is their inability to convince dads that there is validity in many of the new concepts in parenting. The mothers appear to accept and embrace the new research yet have real difficulty in bringing their partners ‘on board”. The most common areas of contention appear to be, 1) if and when a parent can spoil a child, 2) will certain parenting choices create bad habits, and 3) is the TV really harmful to infants and toddlers?

Moms, I have a solution for you. Turn off the football game, unplug the computer, and drag your man down to Montana Avenue for an enlightening afternoon. Dads often will not listen to Moms, but for some reason, they will turn their attention to an expert. Dr. Jill Stamm is the women to fill the job. She brings a unique combination of extensive academic credentials with personal experience. Dr. Stamm earned a PhD in Learning and Instructional Technology and has a specialization in understanding how people learn. She is currently a clinical associate professor at Arizona State University. Perhaps more compelling, Jill raised two daughters, one who was born severely premature and has significant learning disabilities, along with a daughter who is a PhD candidate in neuroscience at UCLA.

Parents frequently express their desire to do their best for their children. They want to maximize effective parenting skills and express frustration and fatigue over the enormous amount of information and product that is shoved under their noses on a daily basis. Dr. Stamm is able to explain how a baby’s brain grows and she guides parents in effectively “wiring” their babies brains so that they can maximize their learning potential. In sharing her extensive knowledge and practical experience, Jill Stamm enables parents to make thoughtful choices and sift through the information and product overload.

If you are pregnant and/or have a child under the age of 3 years, please consider attending our Sizzling Hot Topics Parenting Lecture “Bright from the Start” presented by Dr. Jill Stamm - this Saturday (November 1st at 1pm) at the Aero Theater, 1328 Montana Ave. in Santa Monica.

In our 30 years of practice, Corky and I have been exposed to many practitioners, educators, therapists, and authors. Few have impressed and excited us as much as Dr. Jill Stamm. Her message is exciting and powerful. Spend an afternoon with us and learn how you can nurture your baby’s brain growth. I promise you will not be sorry.

BREASTFEEDING REDUCES RISK OF BREAST CANCER

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
by the USBC - Umited States Breastfeeding Committee

BREASTFEEDING REDUCES RISK OF BREAST CANCER

Washington, DC-As the country recognizes National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, one protective factor often goes unmentioned: the reduction in the risk of breast cancer shown in women who have breastfed their infants. Many Americans hear that breast cancer is the second most frequently diagnosed and second most deadly cancer among women. Similarly, when discussing breast self-exams with their patients, many physicians quote the statistic that one out of every eight women will get breast cancer in her lifetime. Yet many still do not realize that multiple studies have shown that breastfeeding reduces the risk of breast cancer, in addition to lifestyle changes such as exercising, eating a healthy diet, limiting alcohol intake, and avoiding smoking.

USBC Chair Joan Younger Meek, MD, MS, RD, FAAP, FABM, IBCLC, affirms that research has demonstrated that breastfeeding protects mothers from both breast and ovarian cancers, in addition to the more familiar benefits enjoyed by breastfed infants, including protection against illnesses such as ear infections, respiratory infections, and diarrhea, as well as protection against chronic conditions such as obesity, diabetes, and childhood leukemia. Studies also have reported a decreased risk of breast cancer in women with a lifetime breastfeeding duration of more than 12 months.

"Breastfeeding promotion efforts often focus on the benefits to the infant," says Dr. Meek, "but breastfeeding also provides a host of benefits to mothers. Increased initiation and longer duration of breastfeeding is a major cost-effective primary health prevention strategy to decrease the number of women in the U.S. who will be affected by breast cancer."

Given all of these benefits, the United States Breastfeeding Committee joins the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the Maternal and Child Health Bureau of the Health Resources and Services Administration, and the DHHS Office on Women's Health in recommending that infants be exclusively breastfed for six months, and continue to breastfeed for the first year of life and as long afterwards as mutually desired by mother and infant. The USBC also urges all women to practice the elements of good breast health, including:

  • Obtaining regular mammography screening starting at the age of 40

  • Obtaining annual clinical breast exams

  • Performing monthly breast self-exams

  • Obtaining a risk assessment from a physician

For more information about National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, visit www.nbcam.org. For more information about the benefits of breastfeeding, visit The National Women's Health Information Center at www.4woman.gov/Breastfeeding. In addition, the USBC has published a paper, "Benefits of Breastfeeding," available for download at www.usbreastfeeding.org. A comprehensive Evidence Report, "Breastfeeding and Maternal and Infant Health Outcomes in Developed Countries," published by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality is also available for download at: www.ahrq.gov/clinic/tp/brfouttp.htm.

Physicians from the Academy of Breastfeeding Medicine (www.bfmed.org) and the American Academy of Pediatrics (www.aap.org) can offer assistance and answer questions about breastfeeding. The International Lactation Consultant Association (www.ilca.org) and La Leche League International (www.llli.org) also provide knowledgeable support personnel.

The USBC is an organization of organizations. Opinions expressed by the USBC are not necessarily the position of all member organizations and opinions expressed by USBC member organization representatives are not necessarily the position of the USBC.

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United States Breastfeeding Committee
(USBC)The United States Breastfeeding Committee (USBC) is an independent nonprofit coalition of 41 nationally influential professional, educational, and governmental organizations. Representing over half a million concerned professionals and the families they serve, the USBC and its member organizations share a common mission to improve the Nation's health by working collaboratively to protect, promote, and support breastfeeding. For more information on the USBC, visit www.usbreastfeeding.org.

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United States Breastfeeding Committee
2025 M Street, NW, Suite 800
Washington, DC 20036
Phone: 202/367-1132
Fax: 202/367-2132
E-mail: office@usbreastfeeding.org
Web: www.usbreastfeeding.org

Friday, October 24, 2008

Dr. Susan Love on Good Morning America

Dr. Susan Love will be appearing on Good Morning America, October 27th to discuss the Army of Women and to launch the first Army of Women “Call to Action” study — The Sister Study.

The Love/Avon Army of Women offers a revolutionary new opportunity for YOU to partner with research scientists to move us beyond a cure.

Breast cancer has been around for decades, but it does not have to be our future. We can be the generation that eliminates breast cancer by identifying what causes this disease and stopping it before it starts. This is your chance to be part of the research that will end breast cancer. Sign up for your sister, mother, daughter, granddaughter, best friend, and the woman you met last week.

Help us eradicate breast cancer once and for all.

Join the Army of Women today!

Source: http://www.armyofwomen.org/

Tuesday, October 21, 2008

STOKKE® Demo Day!

Higher is Better!™

Santa Monica - Saturday Oct 25th 11-4pm

Hollywood - Sunday Oct 26th 12:30-4:30pm

Stop by the Pump Station and Nurtury™ to meet STOKKE® Experts and Learn More about the XPLORY® stroller, TRIPP TRAPP® highchair, SLEEPI™ Crib & CARE™ changing table

Enjoy Personal Service with:
Product Demos every Hour on the Hour, Product Q&A, STOKKE® special buy of the day

All attendees will receive a STOKKE® Gift Bag and they will be entered into a Raffle to Win Prizes!

The Pump Station Santa Monica
2415 Wilshire Blvd.
Santa Monica, CA 90403
(310)998-1981


The Pump Station Hollywood
1248 Vine St.
Hollywood, CA 90038
(323) 469-5300

Friday, October 17, 2008

10% OFF all KidCo Childproofing


SALE
10% OFF all KidCo Childproofing
Safety Products


As your baby is becoming more mobile you need to start thinking of ways to keep him/her safe throughout your home. We’ve searched high and low to find a great product line that allows you to keep your baby safe & we’re thrilled to announce that we now have an extensive line of KidCo Safety Products!

Don’t Miss Dr. Harvey Karp on October 18th at the Aero Theatre!

“Sizzling” Hot Topics Parenting Lecture Series at the Aero Theatre

Featured speakers will provide valuable information from their books with tips and tricks for new parents. Each Lecture will be followed by a Q&A and book signing!

On October 18th Dr. Harvey Karp

  • 10 a.m. - The Happiest Baby on the Block
  • 2 p.m. - The Happiest Toddler on the Block
All ticket proceeds go to Charity!
Dr. Susan Love Research Foundation
Children’s Hospital – Los Angeles
New Directions Institute for Infant Brain Development
Cure Autism Now

Click here for more information

November 1st Dr. Jill Stamm will be speaking about her book “Bright from the Start – The Simple Science-Backed Way to Nurture Your Childs Developing Mind from Birth to Age 3”

November 22nd Authors Jennifer Waldburger & Jill Spivack will be speaking about their book “The Sleep Easy Solution – The Complete Guide to Getting your Baby or Toddler to Sleep”


Don’t Miss These Unique Events!

Visit http://www.pumpstation.com/ for more information.

New! Home Safety & Childproofing

Get everything you need to Childproof your home at The Pump Station & Nurtury™

As your baby is becoming more mobile you need to start thinking of ways to keep him/her safe throughout your home. We’ve searched high and low to find a great product line that allows you to keep your baby safe & we’re thrilled to announce that we now have an extensive line of KidCo Safety Products!

Did you know that there are no federal or industry minimum standards established for products such as locking devices, latches or similar items!

Well, we chose KidCo because they are a founding member of the Global Safety Cooperation (G.S.C**) – a voluntary collaboration between international child product manufacturers.

Check out our website to see what we carry or stop by one of our stores!
http://www.pumpstation.com/

**GSC membership requires manufacturers to comply with all relevant standards and demands of national authorities. With combined decades of experience, the G.S.C. establishes additional and in most cases the only meaningful and measurable standards of performance for the products its members manufacture and market throughout the world. These standards include performance testing for push-pull exertion levels, material non-toxicity and durability, product functionality and ease of use, reliability and overall effectiveness. The G.S.C. is leading the way to making the future safer for children.

Wednesday, October 15, 2008

Test Drive the STOKKE® XPLORY® Stroller!

Stop by to meet STOKKE® Experts and Learn More about the Xplory, Tripp Trapp, Sleepi & Care

Enjoy Personal Service with:
  • Product Demos every Hour on the Hour
  • Product Q&A
  • STOKKE® special buy of the day
All attendees will receive a STOKKE® Gift Bag and they will be entered into a Raffle to Win Prizes!


When:
Saturday Oct 25th - Santa Monica 11-4pm
Sunday Oct 26th - Hollywood 12:30-4:30pm

The Pump Station Santa Monica
2415 Wilshire Blvd.
Santa Monica, CA 90403
310(998-1981
The Pump Station Hollywood
1248 Vine St.
Hollywood, CA 90038
(323) 469-5300

www.PumpStation.com


Monday, October 13, 2008

Breast Cancer Awareness Month

Presented by American Wellness & Imaging

American Wellness & Imaging is proud to present High Depth Resolution Breast MRI. Breast MRI can detect cancer in women at high risk. HD Resolution MRI images both breasts at one time vs. each breast individually, cutting down scanning time. Breast MRI is the most accurate form of testing for implant leakage.

During the month of October
American Wellness & Imaging is offering
Breast MRI’s for $750.00
(a $500.00 savings)

HOURS of OPERATION:
Monday – Friday 7:00 am- 7:30 pm Saturday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm
LOCATION:
524 Colorado Ave, Santa Monica 90401
FREE ON-SITE PARKING
TELEPHONE:
310-260-2917

AWI also offers: MRI, CT Scans, Ultrasounds & Sleep Diagnostic Studies
We accommodate STAT patients

For questions or concerns, please contact the office and ask to speak with Tricia Najimian

A FAVOR TO ASK, it only takes a few seconds....

Please tell ten friends to tell ten today! The Breast Cancer site is having trouble getting enough people to click on their site daily to meet their quota of donating at least one free mammogram a day to an underprivileged woman.

It takes less than a minute to go to their site and click on 'donating a mammogram' for free (pink window in the middle). This doesn't cost you a thing. Their corporate sponsors/advertisers use the number of daily visits to donate mammogram in exchange for advertising.

Here's the web site! Pass it along to people you know. http://www.thebreastcancersite.com/

AGAIN , PLEASE TELL 10 FRIENDS TO TELL 10

Friday, October 3, 2008

We're looking for Part Time PR Moms!

Do you love The Pump Station & Nurtury™

Would you like to make some extra cash?

Are you looking to get out of the house for 4-12 hours a
week?

Learn more about this exciting opportunity!