If you missed out on your family photos this summer, it's not too late!  Summer is still here, and we are still taking advantage of the long, warm days!  From now until September 21, Andrew Paul Photography is offering mini sessions that are sure to fit your schedule and your budget.  

The sugar on top... one PDX winner will be chosen to receive a free session every week! Follow the link below to enter!

http://andrewpaulphoto.com/blog/minisesh/

Bring just the kiddos, the whole family, or you and your sweetheart, and let's go enjoy the sun!

Hi there!


My name is Angela, and I am the proud proprietress of Well Earth Home Cleaning, a non-toxic house cleaning service that has been fastidiously cleaning homes Portland, Oregon since 2000. We enjoy what we do, we take pride in our work, and it shows! We are a small two-person operation, with much experience and enthusiasm between us. We use only non-toxic products that are provided by us, and are equipped with all of the necessary tools to clean your home with precision. We work as a two-person team so that your home will sparkle in half the time!  We are very pet and kid friendly ladies, and can work around your busy home and crazy schedule :)  And of course, superb references from long-term clients are available! 

WE ARE HAVING A SUMMER SPECIAL - NOW THRU SEPTEMBER 30th, 2012!!  Your first two cleanings are only $20 an hour per person ($40/hr for a two person team), when you set up a regular cleaning schedule with us.  That's 20% off our regular hourly fee :)  Just mention this UrbanMamas ad when scheduling.

Please call or email to set up a time to talk about your cleaning needs and receive an estimate. 

I look forward to meeting you!

Angela 
Well Earth House Cleaning
(971) 209-2299

ahreavis <at> gmail <dot> com

Hello!

My name is Angela, and I am the proud proprietress of Well Earth Home Cleaning, a non-toxic housecleaning service that has been fastidiously cleaning homes Portland, Oregon since 2000. We enjoy what we do, we take pride in our work, and it shows! We are a small two-person operation, with much experience and enthusiasm between us. We use only non-toxic products that are provided by us, and are equipped with all of the necessary tools to clean your home with precision. We work as a two-person team so that your home will sparkle in half the time! And of course, superb references from long-time clients are available! 

Our regular rate is $25/hour per person.  urbanMamas readers will receive an additional discount on their first two cleanings!  Mention urbanMamas and your first two cleanings are only $40 per hour for a two person team through June 1st!  (2 hour minimum, please)

I look forward to meeting you!

Angela

ahreavis@gmail.com

Hello mamas!  I'm excited to share that "Babylove Childbirth Classes" will be a featured daily deal on www.mobba.comwithin the next two weeks!  The deal is 50% off all childbirth workshops for the next year when purchased through Mobba.com.  That's $30 per person...a steal!  So, if you're not already a member of Mobba.com, now's the time, especially if you or someone you know is expecting (or planning to) any time within the next year.  My workshops are one-stop shopping when it comes to preparing for childbirth.  The workshops are a one time, 4-5 hour session on a weekend day, and includes lots of coupons and resources from all around the Portland area.  Not only are the workshops informative (I'm a labor and delivery nurse) they are personal, small group sessions so that you will come away feeling connected and empowered when your baby's birthday arrives.  Please check out my website for more information!  Best, Dena Holstrom www.babyloveworkshop.com, deenzrn@yahoo.com

Hello! My name is Jillian Brown I am a certified hypnotherapist. I am excited to offer a series of 3 sessions of hypnosis, and training in self hypnosis, for a comfortable and enjoyable childbirth. I am offering this for only $150 (generally $300). Please mention urbanmamas for the discounted price.  After the 3 sessions you will feel confident using self-hypnosis to control any discomfort during the birthing process, you will feel confident, relaxed, and excited about giving birth to your happy, healthy baby! For more information please check out my website at jillianbrownhypnosis.com. Please feel free to contact me for a free 30 minute consultation if you would like more information before scheduling an appointment. You can email me at jillianbrown1@gmail.com or call 503-523-9569.

Thank You and Be Well!

-BIG LATCH ON

-AUGUST 6^TH 2011 AT 10:30AM

-VENUE- A. LINDAHL CREATIONS PHOTOGRAPHY STUDIO

On Saturday 6th August 2011 at 10:30am thousands of nursing women and their babies across the United States will gather in their own communities to take part in the Big Latch On, America’s first synchronized nursing event in multiple locations. Our local Big Latch On will take place at A. Lindahl Creations Photography studio located in SE Portland.  Call Amanda, the photographer, to get directions 503-828-8773. Come join us for coffee, muffins and a wonderful opportunity to spend time with other mother's to have a lot of fun.  For the month of August A. Lindahl Creations will promote and support breastfeeding by offering coupons to mom’s with breastfeeding babies.

The first record for a single location was from Berkeley, CA USA in 2002 where 1,130 mothers breastfed simultaneously. The international record for one location is 3,738 mothers held by the Philippines in 2006.  Since then, there have been several coordinated international events and in October 2010, 9,826 nursing mothers were recorded at 325 sites in 16 countries.

The Big Latch On is originally from New Zealand.  It was introduced to Portland, Oregon in 2010 by Joanne Edwards as a celebration for World Breastfeeding Week. During the same week Annie Brown, a La Leche League Leader from Connecticut organized a simultaneous breastfeeding event in her home state. For World Breastfeeding Week 2011, they are working collaboratively and with the support of La Leche League USA to bring the event across the country.

World Breastfeeding Week, August 1-7, is celebrated in 120 countries and marks the signing of the WHO/UNICEF document Innocenti Declaration, which lists the benefits of breastfeeding, plus global and governmental goals. 

Breastfeeding contributes to the normal growth and development of babies, and babies who are not breastfed are at increased risk of infant morbidity and mortality, adult obesity, diabetes, cardiovascular disease, osteoporosis, and premenopausal breast cancer and ovarian cancer (both mom and baby.) The World Health Organization recommends breastfeeding exclusively for the first six months of a baby's life to optimize these benefits, continuing to breastfeed for 2 years and as long thereafter as is mutually desired by mother and baby.

For more information:

Amanda Lindahl-Lemke

Http://www.alindahlcreations.com

503-828-8773

alindahlcreations@yahoo.com

www.lllusa.org/wbw/BigLatchOn.php

http://www.biglatchon.org

Your child is unique and you should share that face with Portland!

During the month of May, AVP will be featuring the most charming kids in Portland. Join in the fun and get your captivating kid in the spotlight! Details below:

Here's how it works:

Enter your child into the contest and get your 20-minute mini session scheduled during the month of May. Amy creates magic in the studio with your child, capturing a fresh, candid portrait that expresses your child's true personality.

These spots will go fast, so call ahead to reserve your May date!

Amy will choose the most beguiling image and display it everywhere...
website
blog
facebook page

That cute little face will be famous in no time!

VOTING:

Voting will take place on Amy's facebook page and blog. Encourage your friends to vote for your charming little sprout on either site! The child with the most votes WINS the 2011 title, and...

THE WINNER:

As the winner of the MOST BEGUILING BABE IN PORTLAND, you'll receive a beautiful piece of bamboo-mounted wall art of the winning image for your home.

To Enter Your Child:

• Your child must be at least 6 months old AND sitting up, and no older than 10 years old.

• You may enter more than one of your children, of course! Each child requires a $25 session fee and will be given their own separate 20-minute sessions.

• Group photos allowed only if time permits and at Amy's discretion. Family portraits are not included in this promotion.

Contact Amy via her website, blog, email us at amyvining@me.com or call 503-367-2285.

Check out the great deals at www.efundraiserexpress.com

The Oregon Children's Choir is having an online fundraising auction now through Dec. 22nd at 8pm.

You can get vacations, spa, dining, furniture, toys, clothing, gifts, jewelry, art and more at fantastic prices. 

$25 gift cards for $6.  China hutch for $15.  Toy gift baskets for $5.  Music lesson packages for $10.  Yakima bike rack $150.

We even offer a Portland area item pick-up on Dec 23rd (in time for xmas) and free January delivery in the Portland metro area for large furniture items. 

Please spread the word to your friends, coworkers and family.

Thanks!

Questions or you have something to donate contact Susan at occyc@occyc.org

The Paramount Hotel in downtown Portland has a new hotel package just for you mamas. The 'Take the Night Off' package!

Hide away in one of their relaxing rooms with a bottle of wine, a movie & room service and treat yourself to a good night sleep with help from a soothing eye pillow and their dreamy beds.

The 'Take the Night Off' package includes:

• Executive King Guestroom with jetted bathtub
• Bottle of Oregon Pinot Noir
• One Complimentary in room movie
• $25 Credit towards room service
• Lavender eye pillow
• 2pm Late Check out

Executive Guestroom; $189 inclusive of tax 

Book online at www.portlandparamount.com or call 503.223.9900

Give the gift of pregnancy, birth and postpartum support!

Gift certificates to Birth and Family Support available for birth and postpartum doula services!

In the spirit of giving, take advantage of these holiday specials:

Save $50 off birth doula services

Buy 3 hours of postpartum doula services, get 1 hour free 

Also, watch for Birth and Family Support joining Common Ground Wellness Center in December! For more info see www.birthandfamily.blogspot.com