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March 14th, 2008
We know lots of mommies. We’re always impressed at their ability to multi-task—holding a baby and sending a text message to the office, all while walking and eating a sandwich? Oh, and look good doing it? Very impressive. As a tribute to moms in Portland and beyond, we bring you the Portland Picks Mommy Guide. These are some of our favorite go-to places, products and services, and everything on this list can make a mother’s life easier, more enjoyable, and in some cases, more meaningful. Read on, dear friends, and pass this on to the mommies in your life! Portland Picks Mommy Guide: |
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Achieve Wellness: Before and After Baby
Sometimes you need a little help getting your “wellness act” together. It’s not easy to juggle fitness, nutrition, weight management, stress and the other life issues that affect you. Call Stephanie Antoinette Horace of My Girlfriend’s Doula—she helps new and expecting mothers and families make sustainable, positive lifestyle changes, from childbirth and parenting education to creating accountability. Oh yeah. My Girlfriend’s Doula |
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Shopping is simply more fun at cheeky b. In the kids’ corner, you’ll find must-have Sweet Tooth Fairy Pillows, Babylegs (baby leg warmers!), eco-conscious wooden toys, kids’ Sigg Water Bottles (cute and enviro-friendly!), and bilingual flashcards (smarter babies!) While you’re there, pick up something delightful for yourself: jewelry, handbags, home décor … or a super silly hand puppet of your own. cheeky b |
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What if we told you of a Magical Healing Balm that treated diaper rash, rough and itchy skin, and even scratches and bruises? What if we told you the ingredients were harvested by Flora’s very own herbalist, and then ceremoniously mixed by a priestess? You’d have to try it! It’s truly miraculous, and like all of Flora’s products, truly lovely. |
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Our mom loved the bowl haircut, but boy, it was awful. Kids today want something better—experienced stylists, highlighting, games, organic products, treats … even mini manis and pedis! Find them at Sit Still, A Salon Shoppe for Kids. They even host fun birthday parties, and parents, you can get your hair cut too! Why didn’t we think of this? Sit Still, A Salon Shoppe for Kids |
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| 5 | Photos with Style |
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We heart local art—especially whimsical paintings like those by A.T. Whim, whose work is heavily influenced by children’s books and flights of fancy. It’s affordable, too, and perfect for a child’s bedroom or as a wonderful gift. The prints are on archival fine art paper with a matte finish, available online and at Powell's Books at Cedar Hills Crossing. |
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Baby photos are so precious—starting with the sonogram. So why miss an opportunity to make a memory? Simply Silhouettes now offers My First Silhouette, which takes standard ultrasound photos and creates a modern silhouette. You can customize the size and color, and order as a canvas or a print. What a beautiful keepsake! |
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Photographing babies—best job in the world? Melissa Hathaway Photography makes it seem so! They specialize in modern lifestyle photography for newborns, babies and families with a fun, upbeat style. Choose your location or visit their studio loft—each experience is unique, tailored to you, and designed for lasting impressions. Memories last a lifetime with perfect photos that are perfectly you. |
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| 10 | A Fresh Approach to the Basics Plum Tot’s unique and local line of baby basics is distinctive and delish! We love the bibs, burps and hooded towels—perfect shower gifts! Their cleverly designed GO blankie (with seven different uses) is essential for moms and babies on the go! Make someone special happy! Receive 15% off by entering MOMMYGUIDE in the discount section at checkout until March 31. |
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Becoming a mama is a wondrous, life-changing experience—so commemorate the journey with a special memento. Maternal Journey's elegant sterling silver pendants are just right for dangling over mothers' hearts. Each design is a conceptual take on fertility, pregnancy and motherhood. They're meaningful gifts for moms, moms-to-be, grandmothers, nannies, godmothers, midwives … any woman with the nurturing soul of a mother. |
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It can get pretty cute when Sofia Bean is in the hizzy. Their affordable baby clothes are so practical and cute. Little sheep and doggies adorn the sweetest little tops, bibs, blankets and hats. Buy one piece at a time or Build Your Own Box, like a three-pack of onesies for $30! Don’t forget the new line of ShooFoo shoes! |
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Where are the styles and brands you want to wear? Generations is your local resource for maternity, nursing, and children's apparel and accessories. Their contemporary selection and hard to find items are amazing, and their remodeled space joins them with Tara Chatterton Photography. Check out her Custom Portrait Events, and mention Portland Picks before March 28 for 10% off! |
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| 14 | A Few Things You’ve Been Meaning To Ask |
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So there you have it. We hope you’re inspired to treat and treasure the mommies in your life—especially if one of the mommies is you! |
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