The International Academy of Baby Planner Professionals Partners With Natural Baby Pros

The International Academy of Baby Planner Professionals Partners With Natural Baby Pros

 Why?  To Provide the Information Necessary for a Naturally Healthy Pregnancy, Birth, Baby and Mother

IABPP and Natural Baby Pros have the same goal of empowering parents to make the right decisions for themselves and their babies through providing the support, information, and resources necessary to make educated choices in planning for their baby.

The IABPP is proud to be part of a greater impact with NBP to share expertise, services and class information while connecting with moms, families, and other Natural Baby Professionals.

NaturalBabyPros.com is a website, resource and directory built to educate about the natural and alternative options in creating healthy, natural babies and moms.  It was created with the purpose of educating women and couples on the many natural health care options available for preconception through postpartum and baby care, and to help connect them with the best therapies and professionals for them and their families.  Think of it as a place where like-minded families and practitioners can find each other, collaborate, and share information about fertility, pregnancy, birth, postpartum and baby care and services.  

The IABPP fully supports their deepest desire is to create opportunities for families to meet other families and practitioners in a non-judgmental, educative and supportive environment, whether online or in the community.  They want to build a strong referral network between professionals and each individual profession in an effort to provide the best, most well-rounded resource available for fertility, pregnancy, birth, postpartum and baby care.

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The Baby Planner reviews Ingrid & Isabel’s Organic BellaBand

I happily received Ingrid & Isabel’s organic BellaBand this week and tested it out on Lisa Murphy of Mill Valley, CA who is due in just a few weeks! She fell in love with BellaBand right away. The two advantages that stood out for her was the length of the band and the softness of the material on her skin. She also mentioned that she could use the BellaBand in combination with her gym wear so that she wouldn’t have to buy a whole new gym wardrobe.

Ingrid Carney, President of Ingrid & Isabel, created the BellaBand during her pregnancy when she wasn’t big enough to fill maternity wear, yet there was no possibility of buttoning her pants. Safety pins were bulky, rubber bands were uncomfortable, larger sizes looked sloppy, and when her blouse rose it exposed her poor attempts to hold up her pants. Finally, she tried a tube-top over her waistband. It was thick and not sized properly for a growing belly, but it worked! She un-tucked my blouse, left for the office and no one knew her pants were undone. Hence, the BellaBand was born!

The BellaBand also works very well after pregnancy, while you are still unable to fit into your pre-pregnancy clothes.

I think the BellaBand is wonderful and very hip.

For more information or to purchase one for yourself or loved one, please visit: http://www.ingridandisabel.com/

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CSN Baby Go Green Product Review!

I received three product samples from CSN Baby’s Go Green line, a retailer based out of Boston who sells baby gear, baby toys, and nursery furniture.

The first item is the Baby Star – Quick Change Pouch in Spring Green.

To be honest I never thought I’d be needing a baby quick change pouch or using one, however this is fabulous. It’s easy to take in and out of my bag without having to dig through all my things, and it’s environmentally safe.

The next item is Wonderworld’s – Peek-A-Boo-Ball

The features include:

•Bright blue wooden baby toy with multi-colored faces
•Smiling faces pop in and out when the ball is rolled
•Helps to develop hand-eye coordination
•For ages 12 months and up
•Made from environmentally friendly rubberwood and non-toxic water-based paints

Bella loves this ball and has a fun time playing with it.

Lastly, I received Wonderworld’s – Duck Family Pull Toy

A fun and safe toy! I think the picture says it all

Features include:

•Pull toy with three bright multi-colored ducks
•Ducks are flexible twisting as they move
•Encourages young child to walk and exercises arms and legs
•For ages 18 months and up
•Made from environmentally friendly rubberwood, non-toxic water-based paints and biodegradable fabrics

For more information or to purchase these items visit http://www.csnbaby.com

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Stay tuned for a CSNstore AllModernBaby review coming soon!

I am really excited to be receiving sample products from CSN stores eco-friendly line at

http://www.AllModernBaby.com

They also carry eco-friendly nursery furniture including chaning tables, high chairs, wall art, bassinets, and much more.

Stay tuned!!!

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Introducing Baby’s First Journal by GlowBaby.ca

Baby’s First Journal by Glow Baby is an elegant, simple, and easy to use feeding, sleeping, and diapering log developed by mom, Lindsay Harris.

As a mother of two young daughters, Ainsley and Juliet, Lindsay quickly came to appreciate the difficulties of caring for a toddler while at the same time making sure the needs of her newborn were met.

Glow Baby’s comprehensive log book enables parents to track the eating, sleeping and diapering schedules of their newborn in an effortless fashion.

Glow Baby will also soon be launching a full suite of scheduling tools designed to help parents of newborns and families simplify their lives.

Thanks Lindsay and Glow Baby for helping to make moms lives easier

For more information, please visit http://www.glowbaby.ca

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The Baby Planner presents Three Month Training Program to become a Baby Planner

I am happy to share exciting news about The Baby Planner. All of you can have the amazing opportunity to share this business with me and provide the support I need while earning 100% profits in your local city. I love what I am passionate about my vision, design and creation and now I offer you the opportunity to be part of The Baby Planner family!

The Baby Planner Presents the Three Month training program to become a Baby Planner or a representative for The Baby Planner!

If you’d like to be a Baby Planner in your city, contact me at mary@thebabyplanner.com.

Space is limited – to ensure a place in the program we encourage you to apply early. I am only accepting 8 applicants at this time and only a few spots remain.

The Three Month (100 hour training program) consists of a total of eight hours per week through tele-conference right from the comfort of your home. You will receive outlines, guidelines, literature, and resources throughout the 12 weeks. The eight hours are broken up into one weeknight and one weekend day of 4 hours each day per day.

The program begins on September 20th, and ends on December 20th.

The 100 hour training program prepares you to start your own baby planning business or represent The Baby Planner in your city.

The training includes:

• Knowledge of The Baby Planning industry from start to finish (pre to post natal)
• Setting up your business from start to finish
• Generating profits and preparing for succes
• Marketing and Advertising for your business
• How to sell and network your business
• Website Page Design tips and services
• Coaching, Communication, Listening and Verbal Skills for your clients
• Knowledge and Prep for Pre/Post Natal Health and Fitness,
• Going Green and Toxic Free with Baby
• Nutrition for Mom and Baby
• Preparing for Baby Showers, Registry, and Preggo Party Makeovers

Other benefits include:

• A lifetime ongoing membership with The Baby Planner
• A free page listing on our website including your bio and location
• A chance to review a product or share advice on our blog
• A chance to appear on The Baby Planner TV
• Free media exposure
• A chance to be included on our monthly newsletters to our current clients.

Tuition for the Three Month Program is $1900 if you register by August 31st , $2300 by September 5th, and $2500 by the deadline of September 10th. A deposit of $850 will reserve your spot.

Deadline for full registration is September 10th.

contact mary@thebabyplanner to register.

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Scandinavian Child’s lillebaby EveryWear Carrier

I love the lillebaby EveryWear carrier. I decided to try it out on my 14 hour trip from NYC to Hawaii yesterday. Not only did my back not hurt, but it’s versatility kept my daughter very comfortable. It’s lightweight and easy to fit into your large purse or diaper bag.

The líllébaby™ EveryWear™ is a versatile child carrier, featuring multiple sitting positions and all-in-one carrying (outward facing/inward facing, hip or back) from newborn to toddler. The contoured seat offers ergonomic sitting positions and promotes healthy spine development. The Gentle Motion Suspension System™ helps absorb weight and movement, making it comfortable for both parent and child.

Made from wind/water repellant microfiber, the EveryWear is lightweight and compact, easily fitting into a diaper bag. It also features pockets for keys, cell phone, and diapers for parents’ convenience.

The líllébaby EveryWear – the carrier you can wear every way, everywhere!

For more information visit http://www.lillebabyusa.com.

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TheBabyPlanner.TV and radio show to launch soon!

I am very excited to introduce TheBabyPlanner.TV and TheBabyPlanner talk radio to launch this summer.

My college years studying film and mass communications came very handy. Who knew? I will be showcasing many products and services for new and expecting parents and may be coming to a city near you!

It has been my dream to share and communicate the wonderful resources available to make your pregnancy a more healthy, safe, and enjoyable experience.

Stay tuned!!!!!

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Choices in Childbirth

A resourceful and insightful guide full of great facts that speak for themselves:

http://choicesinchildbirth.org/birthguide/HealthyBirth_4b.pdf

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San Francisco ranks #3 as one of the best cities to have a baby

The Baby Planner is proud to be serving San Francisco as it is ranked #3 by Fit Pregnancy as one of the best cities to have a baby!

Below is Fit Pregnancy’s list of why San Francisco ranks in the top 3:

•Compared to other states, California has among the most generous family-leave and disability laws in our survey.

•California allows greater dependent-related tax breaks than most.

•The CDC reports very low infant mortality rates for California.

•San Francisco babies are 25 percent less likely than average to be born with low birth weight.

•Babies here are 27 percent less likely than average to be born prematurely.

•Just 2 percent of pregnant women here receive late or inadequate prenatal care, the 5th best score in our survey. In the average city in our survey, 5 percent receive late or inadequate care.

•Air quality here is better here than most cities in our survey. Air quality has been linked to childhood asthma and fertility rates, among other things.

•87 percent of San Francisco mothers attempt breastfeeding. That’s the 4th highest percentage of any city in our report. The average for cities in our survey is 75 percent.

•By six months of age, 57 percent of San Francisco babies are still being breastfed. That’s the 3rd highest percentage of any city in our report. The average for cities in our survey is 43 percent.

•California has particularly progressive laws guaranteeing a nursing mother the right to breastfeed in public.

•The local climate is especially mild – perfect for getting out and working off pregnancy weight gain.

•17.0 percent of San Francisco mothers breastfeed their babies exclusively (meaning no solids, formula or other liquids) for 6 months or longer as recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics, making it the 5th highest scoring city in this category. The average for cities in our survey is 12 percent.

•Once San Francisco mothers begin breastfeeding, they are 16 percent more likely than average to continue through 6 months. That’s the 5th highest level of follow-through of any city in our report.

•There are 27 percent more fertility doctors per capita here than average-the 6th highest ratio in our survey.

•San Francisco has plenty of high-risk pediatricians, 70 percent more than average per capita and the 8th highest in our survey.

•San Francisco has more OB-GYNs than average, the 6th highest in our survey.

•California stands out in a measure of legislation related to cord blood education, research and related issues.

•San Francisco has 17 licensed home day cares for every 1,000 children under 4 years, the 10th highest in our survey. The average city in our survey has 13.

http://www.thebabyplanner.com

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