Other Sites For Parents
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Agent Au Pair Live-In ChildcareAgent Au Pair is a experienced Bay Area agency designated by the U.S. Department of State to provide Au Pairs to American Host Families for affordable and flexible live-in childcare. The agency comes highly recommended by our numerous repeat families and prides itself on our personable approach and premium service. |
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Alexandra Sheets Saikley Architecture My aim is to create beautiful places that will be loved by the people who use them. I believe our lives can be deeply nurtured by our environments. I design sustainable and healthy environments, and am experienced in historic preservation as well as new construction. I work closely with clients to understand their unique desires and needs, in order to best harmonize the new space with the their lives and create practical designs that optimize the budget and use of space. ASA is a full-service architecture firm that does residential and small commercial projects throughout the Bay Area. |
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AuPairCare, Live-in ChildcareThe only au pair agency that offers an infant specialized program for parents of infants; training includes baby massage, sign language and CPR. www.aupaircare.com or call toll free 800-4AUPAIR. Apply now and use the promotion code of MOMS to waive the application fee of $350. |
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Baby Boot Camp Baby Boot Camp is an innovative stroller-fitness program that helps moms regain or enhance pre-pregnancy fitness levels and meet the physical challenges of parenting by emphasizing strength training in a supportive environment. Baby Boot Camp balances the fitness needs of new parents with their desire to spend time with their children. Baby Boot Camp's certified personal trainer instructors lead cardio drills, strength training exercises and stretching to increases overall fitness. Classes are geared for all fitness levels. Parents and children will enjoy making new friends. First class is FREE. Classes meet at Oakland Temesical Park. Check the website for schedule and directions. |
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Berkeley PlayhouseBerkeley Playhouse is a professional theatre for all ages producing a season of sparkling music theatre productions and a year-round music theatre conservatory of classes in acting, dance and singing for toddlers, pre-school, youth, teens and adults. |
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Brushstrokes StudioThe East Bay's only Paint-Your-Own-Pottery Studio is a great art activity for you and your kids. Create beautiful ceramic keepsakes with baby handprints and footprints. Moms' groups receive a 10% discount.www.brushstrokestudio.com |
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Children's Support |
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The Dailey MethodGet longer, leaner, stronger, more fit. Combines yoga, ballet barre work and core strengthening into an energizing hour-long class. Parking, shower/lockers plus childcare! Conveniently located on Piedmont Avenue at Pleasant Valley Drive in Oakland. |
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Designing Women InteriorsDesigning Women Interiors is a full-service interior design firm specializing in traditional design, custom table top linens, and real estate staging. |
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East Bay DadsEast Bay Dads is a group of fathers with babies, toddlers and pre-schoolers in the Oakland/Berkeley area. We meet weekly to go to a local park, museum, or other fun place and also have a weekly hike. |
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East Bay Music TogetherWelcome to East Bay Music Together! We'd love to have you join us for music and movement for newborns through preschoolers - and the adults who love them! |
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East Bay Preschool Directory
Researching preschools in Contra Costa County? Visit the East Bay
Preschool Directory to gather detailed information about preschools
in Alamo, Danville, Lafayette, Moraga, Orinda, Pleasant Hill, San
Ramon, Walnut Creek, and more! |
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EcoMom AllianceThe EcoMom Alliance is a non-profit, 501(c)3 organization inspiring women to use our collective power to create an environmentally, socially and economically sustainable future. With EcoMom Community Leaders around the world, our programming is based in regional outreach that has a global impact. |
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Gymboree Play & MusicGymboree Play & Music offers age-appropriate play, music and arts classes where parents and children gather to explore, experiment and open their imaginations together in classes that feature specially designed equipment and activities that challenge and delight children from newborns to 5 year olds. |
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Habitot Children's MuseumHands-on play and learning discovery center for toddlers and preschoolers. Classes, special programs and birthdays, too.www.habitot.org |
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Head Over Heels Head Over Heels provides quality gymnastics, circus arts, and dance instruction for persons 12 months old to adults. Our non-profit organization was founded with two primary beliefs: |
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Junior League of Oakland-East Bay Inc.Junior League is a volunteer organization for women serving the
East-Bay area and focusing on Children at Risk. |
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Karle Fried PhotographyMy approach to photographing children is to have fun with them! I like to find out what they are thinking and feeling. I usually spend enough time getting to know them, so that they feel comfortable when I photograph them. I'm great at capturing children's candid moments and reflecting their true essence in a creative, artistic and beautiful way.
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Lango New Classes Starting Every Month |
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Loved TwiceLoved Twice is dedicated to delivering gently used and new baby clothes directly to underprivileged newborns upon their departure from hospitals. In the East Bay, drop off your baby clothes at Cool Tops, 5697 Miles Avenue in Oakland, Cool Tops, 3367 Mt. Diablo Blvd. in Lafayette or Blossom Exchange at 1619 N. Broadway in Walnut Creek. |
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Michael Lane PreschoolMichael Lane Preschool is nestled in the beautiful hills of Lafayette. Our program offers an inviting, secure and nurturing environment for both your child and family. Children spend the day exploring and learning through developmentally appropriate play. Our emergent curriculum is developed through hands-on experiences that allow each child to develop socially, emotionally, physically and cognitively at their own pace. We offer a multi-age program for children 2 years 9 months to 5 years old. Families have a choice to attend 2, 3, or 5 days per week from 9 a.m. to noon (with an option for lunch from noon to 1 p.m.). We are proud to be accredited by the NAEYC (National Association for the Education of Young Children). Kim Olson, M.S., Director http://myclassroomconnection.com/Preschools/michaellanepreschool/default.aspx |
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Montclair Community Play Center Bridge K ProgramIn addition to our play-based Preschool and Toddler Playtime programs, MCPC is announcing the initiation of an afternoon Bridge Kindergarten program for the 2010-11 school year. MCPC wants to provide a resource for parents with children not quite ready for Kindergarten, but past preschool age. For more information on any of MCPC's programs, please visit our website. |
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The Nurture CenterThe Nurture Center is a maternity and baby store and resource
center in Lafayette, California. We provide new parent education
and support, and products for pregnancy, birth, breastfeeding
and parenting. We offer a wide selection of high-quality products
-- mom and baby tested and approved. |
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Oakland Adventure Boot Camp Oakland Adventure Boot Camp for Women is a four week outdoor fitness program that offers fitness instruction, nutritional counseling and motivational training – packed with fun, energizing activities designed to help you achieve your fitness goals. Whether you want to lose weight to fit into that special dress, shed the extra pounds from pregnancy, get fit for that special occasion or just kick your fitness into high gear, this program is for you! |
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Oaklanded.comA parent's guide to Oakland featuring, Crib Notes, a bimonthly email featuring parent resources, baby and toddler-friendly activities, and exclusive baby boutique discounts. |
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Oakland Montessori SchoolEstablished Montessori School, ages 2-6. Beautiful facility with large play area. |
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Online PlaygroupOnlinePlaygroup offers an extensive directory of hundreds of
playgroups worldwide, plus practical information on how to start
a playgroup and free online tools you can use to manage your playgroup. |
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Pacific AcademyPacific Academy Nomura Preschool was founded over 40 years ago to provide nurturing care in a structured, stimulating environment. Our balanced program features age-appropriate academics, enriching art and music, fun physical activities, and lots of opportunities for creative expression and free play. |
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Parenting BookmarkParentingBookmark.com is a family owned business designed to promote character education in children. Our website includes resources from experts in the field of parenting and relationships, specifically self-esteem and raising kids with strong virtues and morals.www.parentingbookmark.com |
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Peekaboo Maps East Bay Moms is now selling Peedaboo Maps--a brand new resource for parents. Peekaboo's debut map of the East Bay is a must-have for all parents of young children. Use this brightly colored, easy-to-read laminated map to find kid-friendly restaurants, parks, activities, museums, bookstores, toy stores, libraries, farmer's markets & more! Stashed in the diaper bag, stroller or car, Peekaboo Maps are an indispensable resource for parents on the go. Peekaboo Maps can be purchased at East Bay Moms activities for the reduced price of $11.00. For mail order, send $13.00 (includes $2.00 for postage & handling) to East Bay Moms, 6000 Contra Costa Road, Oakland, CA 94618. |
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REDWOOD DAY SCHOOLSituated in an incredible 3.5-acre campus in the heart of Oakland, Redwood Day School's program of project-based learning helps children develop inquisitive minds, build confidence in their individual gifts, and contribute as responsible members of society. RDS is a K - 8 private school. For more information, please email Katrina Hale at khale@rdschool.org. |
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The Renanissance SchoolThe Renaissance School is a truly international center of learning and culture. Our school provides an environment that is open, supportive and multidisciplinary so each and every child can achieve her potential. |
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SadieDey's Cafe - you've gotta eat, kids gotta play. We are a family friendly restaurant serving all members of the local community by providing: * Tasty Food * Free Wifi * Indoor Playground for kids under 5 * Fabulous Birthday packages * Locally roasted coffee * And, a lively, comfortable place to enjoy it all. Whether the sky is blue or grey, people need to eat and kids need to play. We know these two daily activities don't always blend well, and Sadiedey's bridges the gap. We're unique, and stand apart from other cafés by offering over 1000 square feet of dedicated play activities for kids. Our play also comes with helpers who engage the kids in all kinds of fun activities. You get to eat and visit with friends, use our FREE WIFI to catch up on email & work, while junior gets to go tumble, climb, imagine, dress up, paint, draw, mash playdoh, or just hang out and cuddle with you. 4210 Telegraph Ave., Oakland, CA 94609 | Phone: (510) 601-REST (7378) Birthday HOTLINE: (510)-459-3811 Hours: Mon - Thurs: 9am - 7pm | Friday, Saturday & Sunday: 9am - 3:30pm Admission:Adults and Pre-crawlers are FREE. Crawlers to Age 5: $5.95 All-Day. Additional Siblings: $2.95 each. www.sadiedeyscafe.com |
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School of the MadeleineThe School of the Madeleine is a Catholic K-8 school situated in North Berkeley. Our community is dedicated to an education marked by high academic standards and a commitment to social justice and service. We strive to embrace our cultural diversity and guide each student to the fulfillment of their unique potential. |
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See Mommy RunFind or start a free running or walking group convenient to your schedule, location, and fitness level at www.seeMOMMYrun.com, and make friends for you and your child. |
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Sherman Swim SchoolSince 1961, Sherman Swim School has taught over 37,000 students to swim and dive. Our instructors love children and have received extensive in-water training. Private & Semi-Private lessons coupled with patient, encouraging teachers & extremely comfortable water (90°-92°) create an ideal learning environment for swimmers of all ages. REGISTRATION: Swimming & Diving lessons begin every 3 weeks with M/W/F and T/TH schedules. Visit our website for session details and pricing. Now open year-round. Also available to rent for Parties. Convenient Lafayette Location (just off Mt. Diablo Blvd.). Visit www.Shermanswim.com for more information or call (925) 283-2100. |
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Support Groups For MothersEight week support groups are offered for first time mothers or mothers with older children and/or new infants which are organized geographically..www.supportgroupformothers.com |
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Tahoe Web Hosting & DesignPersonalized, affordable website hosting and design services -- with a smile! Share the growth, smiles, and achievements of your children with family and friends around the world! Your business needs a website, too. Are you confused about technical jargon? At Tahoe Design Concepts, we talk about your website project in language you can understand! Just ask us. 1-888-200-2788. We make a difference -- locally and globally. |
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Temple Sinai PreschoolTemple Sinai Preschool is a nurturing developmental, play-based Jewish preschool with an outstanding faculty, strong parent involvement and low student/teacher ratio. A program of Temple Sinai reform synagogue, TSP is located near Summit Hospital just north of downtown Oakland. “Temple Sinai Preschool is phenomenal - in so many ways! …the teachers are amazing. I have personally learned a lot from them! …. The director is so devoted and makes it a priority to get to know each and every child. I can't think of a more nurturing place, but also a place where a kid gets to be a kid. They have wonderful enrichment activities, regular visits from the Rabbis and the cantor … my child wakes up every weekend asking if he can go to preschool that morning”. ~Berkeley Parents Network. |
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Viva El Español!Give your child the gift of foreign language!
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