Frazzled to Fabulous Mamas! Hair Care on a dime

Hi! I'm a mama and know what it can be like to want to look good but every ounce of time and energy is spent on your little ones. Thats why I am offering SALON quality haircuts on a sliding scale. I have quite a few mama friends that I have been doing this for and they are my inspiration for expansion. I think everyone regardless of time and money should be able to feel good about themselves when looking in the mirror.

About me: I have been doing hair for about 6 years, am currently licensed (and working) in multiple states, am mother to a rambunctious toddler, and genuinely care about making people happy with their hair. Services: I live in the SE and am willing to come to you if you are close-in, otherwise you are welcome to come to me. I have a flexible schedule and can work with mornings or evenings as long as its planned. I am offering trims, full haircuts for mom, dad, and baby-however, I am aiming this mostly towards busy moms. Im also available for hair parties- an afternoon or evening of friends in need of trims, bang trims, & simple styling. I will provide a bottle of wine and some sort of hair treats.

Expense: My fee is dependent on the number of persons the appointment is for, location, and exact service. My prices are on a serious sliding scale and I am not out to make big bucks, rather meet new faces, do something I love. For more info, an estimate or appointment please feel free to email me at composingstick@hotmail.com. I look forward to hearing from you! -jen

Affordable childbirth education workshop offered by experiencedd labor and delivery nurse

Hey there mamas and mamas-to-be! I am an experienced labor and delivery nurse (and mama to a 1 year old little girl, Sloane :) offering childbirth education workshops in the Portland Metro. area. The workshops are a two-part series for those who have limited time and are very affordable, informative and fun! Please log onto my website at www.babyloveworkshop.com to find out more. Let me give you the INSIDE scoop on hospital deliveries! Thanks! Dena

Birth Doula Services in the Portland-Metro Area

Hello there :)

I am in the early stages of starting my doula business, and would love to take on some clients for a low-cost fee of $300.

I have attended a variety of births, from unassisted to cesarean. I had a hospital birth (with epidural) with my daughter in 2004, and an unassisted pregnancy and birth with my son in 2007. I also have 4 1/2 years of experience breastfeeding, and I have helped out many new moms that were struggling to nurse.

I also offer these services for an additional fee to anyone, not just clients:
Placenta encapsulation
Handmade breastmilk soap (made with your own milk)

Although I am new to doula work, I believe I have a lot of knowledge and support to offer any mom looking to have a doula by her side.

Thanks for reading! If you have any questions, feel free to email me at: nicole.m.murray@gmail.com

Nicole

http://zipadeedoula.org

Special Offer for Newborns at Barefoot Photography

Are you due sometime in January, February or March of 2009?  Book a newborn session now for the first quarter of 2009 and choose to receive one of the following gifts!

Visit Barefoot Photography's Website and Blog

A complimentary mini maternity session with an 8x10 print of your choice (A $140 value)

OR 

20% off the Collection of your choice for your newborn session (A $119 - $359 value depending on Collection)

NOT PREGNANT?  Refer a pregnant friend to this program and when they book a newborn session for the first quarter of 2009, you will receive 20% off the Collection of your choice for your own session booked from January to March.

 

Newborn session must be done within two weeks of birth.  $150 retainer fee is due at the time of booking to hold your session and receive your gift.  Retainer fee is non-refundable.  Mini session is for maternity only.  20% off Collection may be used for newborn within two weeks of birth only.  20% off Collection for referrals may be used for any session done in Jan, Feb or Mar of 2009.  Cannot be used with any other offer. 

 

Sessions must be booked by 12-31-08, so email Kimberly today! kw@photosbykimberly.com

Cooking Classes at Lost Arts Kitchen

Do you want to cook tasty wholesome meals at home, but feel you don't have the time or the skills? Wondering what to do with that strange-looking vegetable you found at the farmers' market or how to preserve the bounty of summer? Would you like to save money on groceries or quit shopping at the grocery store altogether? Do you want simple recipes that incorporate local foods and highlight their natural flavors?

At Lost Arts Kitchen, you can learn not only how to bake bread, make cheese, roast a whole chicken, and practice other lost culinary arts, but how to incorporate slow food traditions into your fast paced modern life. Find out how you can bring economy, organization, and time management into your kitchen, reduce your food bill, and enjoy delicious, nutritious meals at home.

Lost Arts Kitchen offers small, hands-on cooking classes in a typical home kitchen in NE Portland, as well as private lessons and consultations on topics such as meal planning, food storage, and kitchen organization.

Sign up for News from Lost Arts Kitchen, to receive sustainable food news, seasonal recipes, exclusive discounts, and updates on classes once a month.

Looking for a gift? Give the gift of knowledge and empowerment with a Lost Arts Kitchen gift certificate, available for any basic baking or cooking class. Shower an expecting mama with homemade food for her freezer: purchase her a Homemade in Hibernation lesson.

How 'bout a discount? Arrange a class with a group of six friends for a 20% discount or assist with clean up after class for a 50% discount. Suggestions for other arrangements are welcome. For more information, contact Chris Musser.

New Doctor in Sellwood

Dear UrbanMamas,

I am a board certified family physician, opening a solo private practice in Sellwood; until now I’ve been working and teaching at OHSU and continue to be an Assistant Professor there. The Open House is Tuesday, December 2^nd 7PM to 9PM, EVERYONE WELLCOME.

I do not do immunizations (and don’t believe much in them), but otherwise provide a full range of adult and child medical care (until June of 2008 I did obstetrics and in-patient care too, but stopped that to focus on teaching and out-patient work).

I am also an urbanpapa with 2 boys, 7 and 8 year old, of my own.

Oleg I. Reznik, M.D.

8083 S.E. 13^th Avenue, Suite 3

Portland, OR 97202

503 314-5003

www.olegreznikmd.com

email: olegreznik@olegreznikmd.com 

Give the Gift of Memories!

We're all searching for the perfect gift for friends and family each year ~ something that will stand out and bring something different to the mix of cozy sweaters and scarves!  And with the scary economy it's important to most of us that we spend frugally and practically this year.  Well, I have a great solution for you!  Give the gift of memories this season with a fantastic gift idea for your husband, wife, friend, or a special coworker or employee that deserves something very special this year.  Not only is the end-result a beautiful heirloom, but think of the fun they'll have as a family running around the park and having their photos taken!

A Gift Certificate for a creative session of your choice:

• Family Portrait Session $75.
• Children's Portrait Package $75.
• Senior Portrait Package  $75.

Each session includes an hour of photography on-location, a private online gallery, and a $25 credit toward a print purchase!

• Baby's First Year Gift Card  $299.

The Baby's First Year package is so great for a new or expecting mom.  It includes THREE one-hour portrait sessions throughout her baby's first year, each with a private online gallery and slideshow.  At the end of the year, she can choose her nine favorite photos for a gallery-framed collage to hang in her home.

Each gift card is personalized and enclosed in a festive envelope for giving with style.  Contact Amy at Moving Pictures Studio to get yours delivered in time to give at your holiday party or to put under the tree!

503.786.2157

Campbell Salgado Studio Holiday Specials

I am a long time fan of Campbell Salgado Studio and thought urbanmama readers might like to know about their holiday specials!

My first experience with Campbell Salgado was over eight years ago, while pregnant with my twin daughters. Eager to capture memories of our pregnancy, my husband and I booked a portrait session. The resulting photographs were so breathtaking that we have returned to Campbell Salgado Studio each year since, trusting Francisco and Kim to capture the gentle changes in features, expressions, and relationships in our family. And they do so, beautifully, every single time.

I have been so thrilled with Campbell Salgado Studio that I recently began assisting them with marketing - It's so exciting to share my love for such a talented team with everyone!

Here are some holiday ideas for you to consider, each of which includes a limited-time offer!

•The Winter Session Special

•A Holiday Package

•A portrait slideshow on DVD

•Custom Greeting & Holiday cards

see the Gift Idea blog post on our website for more details…

http://campbellsalgado.com/blog/#17712412

The session itself creates a wonderful memory for your family.. a moment in time when you can relax and enjoy eachother.

http://campbellsalgado.com

Piano Lessons in Inner NE/Grant Park Area

Enthusiastic, supportive, and experienced piano teacher in Grant Park area.  I have 17 years piano teaching experience and provide lessons in my home.  I try to instill a love of music in all my students!  Lessons are 1/2 hour (usually, unless other arrangements are made).  Cost per lesson is $30. Please contact Anne at painomamapdx@yahoo.com  if you are interested!

Affordable childbirth education workshop offered by experienced labor and delivery nurse

Hey there mamas and mamas-to-be!  I am an experienced labor and delivery nurse (and mama to a 1 year old little girl, Sloane :)  offering childbirth education workshops in the Portland Metro. area.  Please log onto my website at www.babyloveworkshop.com to find out more.  Let me give you the INSIDE scoop on hospital deliveries!  Thanks! Dena