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Lisa Dougherty and Robin Rutherford now provides Prenatal and Postnatal training. Call Lisa today for additional information at (949) 631-4065 or e-mail her at Dolphyn4@aol.com.
Success Stories!
Read how other(s) have benefited from WBF's Prenatal and Postnatal Training:
Pregnancy + Exercise = Healthy Baby!
An increasing number of women are hiring personal trainers to help keep them fit and healthy before, during and after their pregnancy…and Whole Body Fitness welcomes all new moms! Our fitness team works hard to continually gain knowledge in specific fitness industry fields so that their clients benefit from the most up-to-date information!
That’s why Lisa Dougherty and Robin Rutherford are thrilled to have attended the Fit4Mom national pre/postnatal conference. This conference was designed to bring fitness professionals the latest research and expertise for the prenatal and postnatal client, so that we can pass this knowledge on to you!
A conference highlight was a session on the short- and long-term effects of beginning and/or continuing regular exercise during pregnancy on women and their offspring with Dr. James F. Clapp, III, M.D., who is an international authority on the effects of exercise during pregnancy and author of the book, Exercising Through Your Pregnancy. Other topics included Prenatal Pilates, Fit to Deliver™ – Prenatal Fitness, training the postnatal client, physiological principles (cardio, strength, mindfulness and special exercises) and ethical procedures and much more! Visit www.fit4mom.com for more information.
Lisa and Robin have obtained a Pre and Postnatal Fitness Instruction certification through Healthy Moms. Healthy Moms® is an organization dedicated to enhancing the physical and psychological well being of women before, during, and after pregnancy. In addition to keeping “moms healthy”, Healthy Moms is an industry leader in perinatal fitness education, training, and certification for fitness and health professionals who care for women throughout the childbearing year since 1987. Visit www.healthymomsfitness.com for more information.
We look forward to sharing all of this information with our pre and postnatal clients!
— Lisa Dougherty and Robin Rutherford
Say good-bye
to the myth of the "delicate" condition and hello to pregnancy
in the 21st century! Current research continues to show that women can safely
exercise and maintain their levels of fitness during the pre-natal period.
Women who continue to exercise 
regularly
throughout their pregnancies are less likely to need medical intervention
during labor and delivery (i.e., pitocin use, forceps delivery, etc.) and
experience less time in both active labor and during the second ("pushing")
stage. They also gain less fat and recover more quickly than sedentary pregnant
women. With these findings in mind, more and more women are starting an
exercise program or continuing to exercise during their pregnancies.
One of the best things about staying active during your pregnancy is that you feel great. As many studies have shown - and active Moms will tell you - if you maintain a regular exercise program, your body will be in better shape throughout your pregnancy and more fit for delivery.
An exercise program has real pay-offs:
- A fit
heart
- Healthy
lungs
- Better
blood sugar control
- Feel-good
endorphins
- Good posture
- Stronger
bones
- Toned
muscles
- Better
bladder control
- Fewer
varicose veins and blood clots
- Less Painful
labor
- Quicker
post-pregnancy recovery
- Good weight
management
- A positive
emotional outlook
- Stress
relief
- Fewer
interventions required at delivery
- Healthy
birth and baby weight
Why
Work With a Personal Trainer?
When you hire a personal trainer you are not just purchasing their physical
presence and guidance through your workouts but also their education,
experience, knowledge and expertise with program development and design.
A personal
trainer will conduct an initial fitness assessment by gathering your lifestyle
history and listening to what you want to accomplish. Your trainer will
then create a personalized fitness program custom tailored around your
specific needs and goals.
Once your program is created, your trainer will explain methods, principles
and reasoning behind every aspect of your program's design and execution.
As you progress, your trainer will monitor your improvements and fine-tune your program as needed by making the necessary adjustments in order to help you advance to the next level.
Because your trainer has a vested interest in your success, they are just as motivated about your pending body transformation as you are. Together, you will work side by side as a team in a joint effort to ensure you achieve the personal and fitness goals of your dreams.
Learn about personal trainer, Lisa Dougherty.
Guess what? Whole Body Fitness now offers the convenience of being able to pay for your personal training packages using your credit card! There will be a convenience fee (what PayPal charges) added for these transactions.
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One-on-One Pre- and Postnatal Training Packages |
Suggested One-on-One Package Specials (Lisa Dougherty, Master Trainer)
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Payments due at time of service. Discounts apply only to packages paid in advance.
Above discounted rates are based on 60-minute private session rate of $90.00 with Master Level Trainer.
Suggested One-on-One Package Specials (Robin Rutherford, Advanced Trainer)
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Payments due at time of service. Discounts apply only to packages paid in advance.
Above discounted rates are based on 60-minute private session rate of $80.00 with an Advanced Level Trainer.
Important Notes:
- All new pre- and postnatal clients must obtain a medical release
from their doctor provided by Whole Body Fitness before participation
in an exercise program with Whole Body Fitness.
- A Polar Fitness Heart Rate Monitor is required for training to continuously monitor your heart rate with an alarm function to keep you in a specified zone. It will also track calories burned, exercise time, time in zone and much more! It is a great tool to use after your pregnancy. Please ask me how to get one.
All Pre- and Postnatal training packages include:
- Learn
about your lifestyle exercise habits, health history and your fitness
goals based on questionnaires that you complete.
- Produce
a realistic and effective "fitness program" that is conceivable
and achievable based on your fitness levels.
- Support and motivation!
Prenatal Packages also include:
- A complimentary copy of Nine Months Strong: Shaping up for Labor and Delivery and the Toughest Physical Day of Your Life. (Lifeline Press 2004)
Postnatal Packages also include:
- Included with the purchase of 16+ sessions is a hydrostatic body fat composition test by FitnessWave with 6-page detailed analysis. Whole Body Fitness will pay for one (1) body fat composition test with FitnessWave per 12 month period either for training or for Lifestyle weight Management Program.
Learn more about FitnessWave and Hydrostatic Weighing.
Weight
Loss After Having Your Baby
For permanent weight loss, you need to learn
sound and healthy
eating habits. While fad diets may take the weight off, they don't
teach you how to keep it off. With my Lifestyle Weight Management
program you're learning a way to live, not just a way to diet.
Also to keep weight off, you must stay motivated that's why I have
the weekly coaching calls. Successful weight control for a lifetime
depends upon you - not upon any particular product or "program."
In my LWM program I supply you all the tools, education, and support
creating you a platform for a successful experience. I sincerely care
about all those that I work with. Your goals are my goals.
- Lisa Dougherty, Owner of Whole Body Fitness
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WBF Lifestyle Weight Management Program ($1,040 value): $800 |
My goal is for you to have a successful experience in making positive changes for a healthier lifestyle in the areas of nutrition and exercise so that you will enjoy the benefits of for the rest of your life. Creating a better balance in your life, along with learning to eat in a healthy natural way, with an emphasis on the importance of daily physical activity is the focus of this program.
Read about other people's experience going through this program in Letters of Recommendation.
This six-week change of lifestyle program includes:
- 90-minute – 2 hour meeting to discuss you lifestyle, weight history, eating and exercise habits, health history, and what you would specifically like to achieve working with me plus review all questionnaires and food diary. $150
- Complimentary Hydrostatic weighing/body fat composition test by FitnessWave! ($50 value)
- Metabolic Test: Complimentary Hydrostatic weighing/body fat composition test by FitnessWave! ($50 value)
Learn more about FitnessWave and Hydrostatic Weighing.
- 90-minute – 2 hour meeting to discuss a comprehensive approach to weight management such as exercise programming, basic nutrition, discussion of body composition, nutritional analysis, sample meal plan, food labels, video, balancing priorities and beating barriers to lifestyle change. $150
- Create a Personalized Nutrition and Exercise Profile: based on your age, weight, height, gender, and activity level profile with recommended nutrient standards to conduct analysis and create sample meal plan. Put together the body composition test results and info to discuss. Put together sample exercise program* based on your goals. All behind the scenes work for our meetings and phone calls. $180
- 3-day food diary food intake analysis and assessment with recommendations. $60
- 4-day personalized sample meal plan with complete nutritional analysis. By evaluating your needs, goals and abilities, I'll match them to a nutritious sample meal plan with adequate calories based on your personal tastes and nutritional profile. $75
- Includes a personalized "Lifestyle Weight Management Resource Manual". ($75 value)
- Includes a copy of "Fit of Fat" by Covert Bailey.
- A copy of Nancy Clark's Nutrition Guidebook.
- Copy of the book "Success is an Attitude" by Keith Harrell.
- Includes a copy of "Healthy Dining in Orange County" - filled with easy-to-read nutrition "labels" (calories, fat, cholesterol, carbs, etc.) for hundreds of menu choices in O.C. as well as $500 in restaurant coupons. ($20 value)
- Four follow-up 30–45 minute phone counseling meetings which include discussions on making better food choices, meal strategies, healthy eating made easy, exercise programming, dining out to name a few! $200
- And much more!
Learn more about the 6-week LWM program geared towards Weight Loss.
Learn more about the 6-week LWM program geared towards Healthier Eating.
Prenatal Businesses of Interest
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Kathy Cohen, Massage Therapist - Newport Workout |
Kathy Cohen has been mastering the art of massage for the over ten years. Prior to opening her practice at Newport Workout, Kathy's work was available at The Spa in Costa Mesa, Sports Club Irvine, the Four Seasons in Newport Beach, and Intensity Sports Medicine Institute where she worked on top athletes in the country.
As the official
sports massage therapist for the Orange County Triathlete Circuit, Kathy
treats
many athletes with overworked conditions and injuries.
Kathy also offers prenatal massages, Swedish/circulatory, lymphatic and deep tissue. She focuses on positive, healthy, effective massage treatments for each individual she works with. No two massage therapists are alike and Kathy, together with her clients, develops a treatment plan that is personalized and individualized.
Special
Pre- and Post Natal Package for Whole Body Fitness Clients: 6 one-hour
massages for $400 (save $80)
Kathy invites pre- and postnatal clients of Whole Body Fitness to try
her out by taking 50% off the price of your 1st massage*. Her massages
compliment any pre- or postnatal fitness program.
Contact info : (949) 650-1400
*This special promotion is for new clients only.
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BabyCenter |
Sign up for membership now to enjoy these free benefits! Go to www.babycenter.com.
- Personalized
e-mail newsletters
- My
Baby This Week
- BabyCenter
Bulletin
- My
Baby This Week
- Personalized
features
- A
timeline that tracks your child's growth from pregnancy to age 8.
- A customized home page with links to information on health, development, learning, activities, and more, all relevant to your child's age.
- A
timeline that tracks your child's growth from pregnancy to age 8.
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Bassinets & Blueberries |
The perfect stop before baby showers for ideal, unique gifts in signature wrapping.
Great for birthday parties with outfits, toys and gifts.
A wide selection of christening clothing, accessories, silver and gifts.
We specialize in the extraordinary outfit for any noteworthy occasion:
holidays, birthdays, flower girls, portrait sessions.
Come in and plan your ideal nursery with custom options at all price levels and enjoy our personalized registration services.
Bassinets & Blueberries
369 E. 17th St.,
Costa Mesa, CA 92627
Contact info: (949) 650-2244
Visit website: www.hypnosis4birth.com
E-mail: carole@hypnosis4birth.com
Contact info: (949) 380-1681 or (949) 521-1980 cell
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Pacific Coast Ultrasound |
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3D 4D Ultrasound in Southern California
Southern California’s premier Advanced Medical Imaging Facility—meets the needs of expecting parents and healthcare providers alike. We specialize in prenatal ultrasound offering full diagnostics as well as 3D/4D limited diagnostic/elective ultrasounds. Experience our beautiful, serene and spacious exam theater with your family and friends.
Visit website: www.PacificCoastUltrasound.com
Contact info: (562) 596-3428
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The Princess and the Pirate | ||||
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Visit website: www.theprincessandthepirate.com
E-mail: heidi@theprincessandthepirate.com
Contact info: (949) 873-5809 / (949) 435-3690 fax
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Bringing Baby Home is a 2-day workshop designed to help you:
- Parent together to meet the emotional & psychological needs of your child
- Manage conflict during the challenging transition to parenthood
- Facilitate Dad's involvement
- Promote relationship satisfaction
- Use soothing techniques shown to decrease postpartum blues and depression
Call for Upcoming OC Workshop Dates: Two consecutive Saturdays 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Contact info: (949) 892-9800
E-mail Dr. Michelle Vorwerk, Clinical Psychologist, Lic. # PSY 21119: Drmvorwerk@cox.net
Exercise Clothing on the Internet
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Fit Maternity & Beyond |
Pregnancy Fitness is accepted as a healthy practice for women without contradictions. At Fit Maternity we want to provide you with the fitness clothing and nursing wear to help you stay comfortable, active, and feeling attractive during your nine-month journey and beyond. We have spent countless hours testing maternity fitness clothes, maternity active wear, sports bras that work well during pregnancy, nursing clothing, and nursing bras.
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Euphoria Maternity |
Shop our collection of designer maternity clothes for hip pregnant moms. At Euphoria Maternity you will find the widest selection of stylish maternity clothing and nursing clothing by all of your favorite designers. We offer everything you'll need to stock your maternity wardrobe with maternity clothes that fit and flatter - maternity jeans, maternity dresses, sexy tops, maternity pants, and more!
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Mothers in Motion |
"It is my desire to offer an athletic apparel line and product extensions that are fashionable and supportive; to help us feel as accomplished and exuberant as we should at this special time in our lives. I want to do my part in challenging old stereotypes, liberating women's internal beauty, and allowing us to discover the athlete inside and to show her with pride."
- Bess Hilpert (Founder)
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Mimi Maternity |
Mimi Maternity at South Coast Plaza
405 And Bristol
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
714-424-9641
Mimi Maternity at Shops At Mission Viejo
555 The Shops At Viejo
Mission Viejo, CA 92691
949-347-0231
Mimi Maternity at Brea Mall
2121 Brea Mall
Brea, CA 92821
714-257-9693
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Motherhood Maternity |
Motherhood at Main Place Mall
2800 N. Main Street
Santa Ana, CA 92705
714-647-9881
Motherhood at Laguna Hills Mall
24155 Laguna Hills Mall
Laguna Hills, CA 92653
949-855-4859
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Liz Lange |
346 North Beverly Drive
Beverly Hills, CA 90210
(310) 273-0099
Liz Lange Maternity is available online or at:
Erica Dee
2919 E. Coast Highway
Corona Del Mar, CA 92625
(949) 673-9333
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A Pea in the Pod |
A Pea In The Pod at South Coast Plaza
3333 Bear Street
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
714-957-3222
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2 Chix |
2 chix is available online or at:
Baby Unique
South Coast Plaza
3333 Bear Street, Suite 202
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
714-979-5683
Spa Gregories
200 Newport Center Dr.
Ste. 111
Newport Beach, CA 92660
949-644-6672
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Gap Maternity |
Gap Maternity
MISSION VIEJO MALL
003 The Shops at Mission Viejo
MISSION VIEJO, CA 92691
Phone: (949) 347-0330
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Bergstroms Childrens Stores |
Irvine
16862 Red Hill Ave
Irvine, California 92606
Phone: (949) 250-8080
Anaheim
200 Alro Way
Anaheim, California 92802
Phone: (714) 774-5050
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Baby Depot |
@ BURLINGTON COAT FACTORY
Mission Viejo
28452 Marguerite Parkway
Mission Viejo, CA 92692-3708
949) 347-7277
Huntington Beach
7777 Edinger Street
Huntington Beach, CA 92647-3639
(714) 379-6077
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Babystyle |
Fashion Island
1103A Newport Center Dr.
Newport Beach, CA 92660
949.759.1129
The Shops at Mission Viejo
Mission Viejo, CA 92691
949.347.0543
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Dynamic Touch Massage Therapy |
901 Dover Drive #234
Newport Beach, CA 92660
949-650-4240
What better way to show you are dedicated to giving this new life every advantage in the world than to arrange for a pregnancy massage from a specially certified therapist? Each session is designed to focus on the special needs of a mother-to-be as her body goes through the dramatic changes of the child-bearing year, which includes pregnancy, birth, and post-delivery. Massage provides a nurturing touch, which in turn, nurtures the life of your unborn child.
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Spa Gregorie's |
200 Newport Center Drive, Suite 100
Newport Beach, CA 92660
949-644-6672
Your body is changing and experiencing unique stresses and strains. Our therapists are trained in maternity massage techniques to relax and relieve the aches and pains experienced by expectant mothers.
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Glen Ivy Hot Springs Spa |
Glen Ivy Hot Springs Spa
2500 Glen Ivy Road
Corona, CA 92888
1-888-CLUB-MUD
A soothing and highly relaxing massage for expectant mothers. Performed while side-lying, specially trained therapists will access the entire body without compromising comfort of mother or baby. Special attention is given to the lower back and legs. Recommended after the first trimester.
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Yoga Center |
The Yoga Center of CA
445 E 17th St., Suite 1
Costa Mesa, CA 92627
949-646-8281
Want an easy way to improve the quality of your pregnancy and birth?
We’ll show a comfortable, natural way to:
- Reduce common pregnancy discomforts
- Improve circulation and back pain
- Have a deeper connection with your baby
Our new pre-natal class includes authentic, gentle yoga exercises that bring greater health, energy and relaxation as well as breathing and meditation techniques that quickly calm the mind.
Join other mothers-to-be in the friendly, relaxing environment of our pre-natal yoga class which meets on Mondays from 5:45 – 6:45 p.m.
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OC Family Wellness |
OC Family Wellness
Family chiropractic clinic, serving all parts of the family: from before it starts - with specialized prenatal care for Moms, to infant, child, adult and senior care.
1755 Orange Ave. #F Costa Mesa, CA 92627
949-650-8970
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WebMD |
WebMD provides valuable health information, tools for managing your health, and support to those who seek information. You can trust that our content is timely and credible.
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AskDrSears.com |
We are William Sears, MD and Martha Sears, RN. Most folks just call us Dr. Bill and Martha.
After raising eight children and practicing pediatric medicine for more than 30 years, we have answered questions from thousands of parents. Millions more have sought our advice through our 30+ pediatric books, articles in parenting magazines, and our appearances on more than 100 television programs such as 20/20, Donahue, Good Morning America, Oprah, CBS This Morning, CNN, NBC's Today Show and Dateline. How did all of this come about? Because we've always loved kids. That why this site is dedicated to the people who have taught us the most about pediatric care: our children - James, Robert, Peter, Hayden, Erin, Matthew, Stephen and Lauren.
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What to Expect When You're Expecting by Heidi Murkoff |
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“Eighteen years after it first hit the shelves and having sold more than 10 million copies, What to Expect When You're Expecting is still on nearly every mother-to-be's reading list. This completely revised and updated edition is packed with answers to hundreds of questions and worries expectant parents may have. The information is presented in a month-by-month format starting with planning a pregnancy and choosing a practitioner, and follows through to six weeks after delivery.” - Amazon.com |
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The Girlfriends' Guide to Pregnancy by Vicki Iovine |
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“Beginning with the "10 Greatest Lies About Pregnancy" (number 10: Lamaze works), and ending with postpartum dementia, Vicki Iovine's Girlfriends' Guide to Pregnancy has fast become the laywoman's mouthpiece for the American pregnancy experience. Iovine is irreverent, sassy, and incredibly reassuring as she exposes the "truths" of pregnancy and childbirth, from sex to cellulite to cesareans. Iovine birthed four kids in six years, none of them twins, which certainly qualifies her as an expert…” - Amazon.com |
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Eating for Pregnancy: An Essential Guide to Nutrition with Recipes for the Whole Family by Catherine Cheremeteff Jones, Rose Ann Hudson |
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”Aiming to fill a gap in the market, Jones has collaborated with perinatal nutritionist Hudson to produce a volume that combines both recipes and nutritional advice aimed specifically at the mother-to-be. Delicately balancing optimum and unnecessary weight gain with the required dietary needs for a healthy lifestyle, Jones and Hudson also addresses the requirements of diabetic, vegetarian and vegan diets…” – Publisher’s Weekly |
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Classical Baby |
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“Classical Baby from Rock Me Baby Records, introduces beautiful, soothing melodies to both parent & child, by some of the most important classical composers including, Mozart, Bach, Beethoven, Debussy, Dvorak and Brahms.” – Rock Me Baby Records |
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Mary Had A Little Amp |
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“Classical Baby from Rock Me Baby Records, introduces beautiful, soothing melodies to both parent & child, by some of the most important classical composers including, Mozart, Bach, Beethoven, Debussy, Dvorak and Brahms.” – Rock Me Baby Records |
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My Very Own Music |
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“Nothing is more precious than seeing that big smile on your child's face when she hears her name sung over and over again on her very own music CD. Our personalized music CDs will make your child feel loved and special because they are filled with happy images, lots of fun and his or her name sung in every song. All of our music is recorded with the highest professional standards. Each of the 3500+ names is recorded live, so songs never sound, "dubbed". In fact, our music and lyrics are so contagious, that our personalized CDs will become your child's favorite and most played music!” |
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Fit Pregnancy |
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“The magazine dedicated to the health & fitness of women before, during, and after pregnancy!” You can also visit us online at www.fitpregnancy.com |
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American Baby |
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“Every issue is packed with parenting secrets from the experts ... plus money-saving coupons and great ideas for enjoying your new baby.” You can also visit us online at www.amercianbaby.com |
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Parents |
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“Every issue of PARENTS is filled with practical advice from leading doctors and child experts ... toys and games that develop reader-tested products and more!” You can also visit is online at www.parents.com |
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Baby's First Months.What Do We Do Now? |
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Baby’s First Months…What Do We Do Now? is America’s #1 how-to instructional DVD and video on newborn and postpartum care. Real parents demonstrate many different techniques to make caring for your new baby easier. |
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Leisa Hart's Fit Mama Prenatal Workout |
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Buns of Steel instructor Leisa Hart continues to create dynamic programs that are safe, fun and effective to get you the results you deserve! Her warm, approachable personality and impeccable cueing has motivated millions to embrace exercise. As an ACE and AFAA certified instructor with over 19 years fitness industry experience, Leisa specializes in Prenatal Exercise, Lifestyle & Weight Management, Yoga and Toning. |
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The Happiest Baby on the Block |
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New DVD from Dr. Harvey Karp will teach parents the calming reflex which is literally on off switch for your crying baby learn the 5 simple ways to calm your baby and make them the happiest baby on the block Dr. Karp has taught his technique to thousand of parents… |
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ABC's of Newborn Baby Care |
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ABC's of Newborn Baby Care is a highly informative DVD on how to care for your healthy newborn. Doctor recommended, this 'how to' DVD is led by a professional baby nurse with over 25 years experience. Covering everything from bathing to dressing to nursery safety, it is divided into 18 easily searchable chapters. The methods and techniques of the professional baby nurse are shown in detailed close-up, providing an exceptionally detailed reference work. ABC's of Newborn Baby Care is for ANYONE preparing to have or care for a new baby in his or her life. |
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Prenatal Yoga With Shiva Rea |
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"The best thing about this prenatal yoga program is that there is a model for each trimester. Instructor Shiva Rea demonstrates each of the stretches and exercises for the first trimester, and two pregnant women show modifications for the second and third trimesters (they're even dressed in different colors for easy reference). This removes the self-doubt home-exercisers often have about the safety of certain moves--especially in that cumbersome final stage of pregnancy. Using gentle voice-over instruction, Rea and her assistants take viewers through a half hour of meditational stretches using blocks and chairs for support." - Amazon.com |
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The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) |
Founded in 1951 in Chicago, Illinois, ACOG today has over 49,000 members and is the nation's leading group of professionals providing health care for women. Now based in Washington, DC, it is a private, voluntary, nonprofit membership organization. ACOG works primarily in four areas: Serving as a strong advocate for quality health care for women, maintaining the highest standards of clinical practice and continuing education for its members, promoting patient education and stimulating patient understanding of and involvement in medical care, and increasing awareness among its members and the public of the changing issues facing women's health care.
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Childbirth.org |
Welcome to Childbirth.org. Pregnancy is a very special time in a person's life. Educating yourselves to be good consumers, knowing your options, and how to provide yourselves with the best possible care are essential to a healthy pregnancy. Enjoy the many links of educational, informational, and personal nature.
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The American Pregnancy Association |
The American Pregnancy Association is a national health organization committed to promoting reproductive and pregnancy wellness through education, research, advocacy, and community awareness.
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PregnancyWeekly.com |
PregnancyWeekly.com is a leading weekly, smart, e-newsletter for pregnant women. It is one of the most personalized and comprehensive e-newsletters for expecting moms, and it's FREE! It is the only e-newsletter to deliver a subscriber's caregiver practice information at the appropriate week of pregnancy. PregnancyWeekly.com's editorial board includes obstetricians, midwives, and childbirth educators.
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StorkNet |
Being Norwegian, StorkNet seemed like an appropriate moniker for Maribeth Doerr's website. Created in April 1996, this award-winning site has grown from a list of pregnancy links to over 10,000 pages of rich content covering pregnancy, parenting, and more, along with a very active community of devoted members.
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The Pregnancy-Info |
The Pregnancy-Info team is a group of women and parents who are devoted to this wonderful time in our lives. So devoted, that is, we have our own site! We know you are looking forward to learning more about your pregnancy and your developing baby. This is just the start of an indescribable bond between you and your child. Thank you for letting us be a part of your life in this very special way!
Doula Services and Birthing Centers
The word, "doula," comes from the Greek word for the most important female slave or servant in an ancient Greek household, the woman who probably helped the lady of the house through her childbearing. The word has come to refer to "a woman experienced in childbirth who provides continuous physical, emotional, and informational support to the mother before, during and just after childbirth."
www.birthyouwant.com
www.dascdoulas.org/orangecounty.htm
www.orangecountydoula.com
www.socalbirth.org/providers/centers.htm
Websites and Products of Interest
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Tiny Love |
At Tiny Love, enabling a superior developmental environment for your baby is far more than an ongoing mission; it is the driving passion behind all of our endeavors. Tiny Love strives to consistently improve its position in the market by being the first developmental toy provider to identify the latest discoveries in child development and translate them into engaging, interactive toys that nurture skills and delight the senses.
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The Arm's Reach® Co-Sleeper® |
The Arm's Reach® Co-Sleeper® family of products allow parents to sleep beside their infants, enhancing the bonding process and allowing for more comfortable caregiving, and is recommended by leading pediatricians and sleep research experts.
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Before the Stork 4D |
Imagine seeing your baby smile, while still in the womb… Or have you ever wondered “What is that baby doing in there?” after feeling a particularly big kick? Now, through the amazing technology of 3D ultrasound & 4D live-motion sonogram, expectant parents are able to actually see their baby’s face and movements while still inside mom’s tummy. Hundreds of parents have been experienced the joy of seeing their baby in 3D and 4D ultrasound at Before the Stork 4D.
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Baby Name Network |
Are you an expectant parent? Just thinking about having a baby? A proud grandparent? Or just wondering what the origin of your name is? We offer an ever-growing database of baby names along with their meanings, origins, famous namesakes, and a gauge of how popular each name is. Baby names of all kinds: popular, unusual, ethnic, religious, unique, and many more. We make it easy for you to browse, search, and surf from baby name to baby name - until you find that perfect name for your new baby.
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Cord Blood Registry |
Storing your baby's lifesaving cord blood stem cells provides you with peace of mind and a powerful medical resource used to treat many severe illnesses for your child and loved ones. Discover today why we’re the most trusted and most reliable cord blood bank in the industry.
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Stork Radio |
At Stork Radio we have always been a leader in the fetal doppler industry with our promise of uncompromising customer service, leading technology, great prices, and ease of use.
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Baby Care - Earth's Best Baby Care by JASON |
JASON, a leader in natural personal care products and Earth's Best, the first name in natural infant and toddler foods, have teamed up to bring you the best in natural child care products.
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Nature's One® |
Nature’s One ® has a commitment to provide Natural and Organic Pediatric Products that help insure your baby’s continued growth and development. All Nature’s One ® products are developed using proven medical and nutritional pediatric science.
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OhMama! |
OhMama! was formulated with input from doctors, nutritionists and food chemists to be safe and effective for women regardless of other foods and dietary supplements consumed in their daily diets. Specifically, the bar provides the correct amounts of vitamins and minerals most difficult to get in a normal diet and most important to the health of both mother and child.
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Ensure Healthy MomT |
This sensible shake is a good source of protein, calcium, and vitamins and minerals, and helps satisfy your appetite. It’s a delectable treat when you’re eating for two!
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Prenate Elite™ |
One of the most important nutrients found in prenatal vitamins is folic acid, a water-soluble B vitamin, because folic acid helps prevent serious birth defects in babies. Read more about how folic acid is metabolized in the body and the added folate protection Prenate Elite™ offers by meeting USP folic acid dissolution standards.
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Morning Sickness Magic |
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Anti-nausea supplement formulated especially for women with morning sickness. |
Essential herbs and vitamins for morning sickness
Ginger
- Effectively reduces nausea and vomiting during pregnancy
Red Raspberry Leaf
- Most widely known herbal nutrient for uterine health
Vitamin B6
- Reduces nausea, strengthens immune system, stabilizes mood
Folic Acid
- Essential nutrient for normal fetal development
And Morning Sickness Magic is drug free.
