2 new Classes offered by Jordan Guignard

Good Morning, the sun is out!

We are introducing 2 new classes today, taught by local baby and birth expert Jordan Guignard. Jordan is a prenatal teacher and a active Doula.

The Prenatal Breastfeeding Class is covered over 2 evenings April 5th and 12th from 6:30-8:30pm. The cost is $50 per couple.
This is an indepth breastfeeding class, leaving nothing out.


The Newborn Care Class is 2 evenings as well April 19th and 26th again from 6:30-8:30pm. The cost is $50 per couple. This class covers general newborn care, including options for sleeping, and attachment parenting.

These classes are booking up fast, so call us to register!

Benefits of Baby Wearing

TheBabyWearer.com is a favorite online resource to learn about all the benefits of baby wearing. You can begin wearing your baby as soon as they are born or when you are comfortable, you can begin when they are older as well. Many carriers and slings are designed to carry a baby up to 40lbs. We often hear Moms say they cannot use a sling as their baby is to chubby or heavy, we believe slings and carriers make it easier than lugging your child on yoiur hip and thus injuring yourself. Wearing your baby makes shopping hands free while keeping your baby close where they want to be, reducing the tears and forming that attachment bond, that we know is so healthy.



We proudly stock Sewfunky Ring Slings in Organic fabrics, which is our preferred carrier, by being the most versitle and natural. By popular demand we will be stocking 2 other popular and fabulous carriers..stay tuned, they are on their way!

If you would like to learn more about Baby Wearing and the different styles of carriers, we have a wonderful expert that works with us. Call us to be added to our list the next class date is TBA..

Sorry Snow...But we are Accepting SUMMER items now!

Thats right, getting ready for the warm weather, I know its coming....

We are still accepting spring things, like rain gear and light jackets, but we are now
including all the summer clothing as well.

Here is also a list of items from our wish board, if you have any of these things bring them in for a quick sale


Bumbo Seat
Booster Seat
Ergo Carrier
Joovy Sit and Stand Stroller
Wood Table and Chairs
Cozy coupe Car
Outdoor Play Gym
and more...


Here are some hot items we have in store right now...

2 Toddler beds, 1 is solid wood and converts to a twin sized bed
3 excersaucers, 2 of them convert to a infant play gym
4 swings
deluxe highchair
playpen
3 backpacks
Didimos carrier
Storchenweige carrier
3 bjorns, 1 with full back support
kelty kangaroo and many more..

Pink Tags 50%off and Blue tags are 25%0ff

THIS WEEKEND!!!

We at Podlings are excited to welcome Compassionate Communication Workshops by Ingrid Bauer

Saturday March 13, 2010 – Intro/Refresher Workshop for Parents 9:30-4:00

Enjoy Parenting! This interactive Compassionate Communication (NVC) workshop

for parents (and anyone who works with children) will explore how to:

• Look deeply past a child's difficult behaviours to discover the underlying needs and

nourish connection in your family

• Learn concrete tools to respond compassionately and effectively to parenting

challenges, in ways that are most likely to be heard

• Create a relationship with your child based on cooperation and trust (and fun!)

•Transform your understanding of boundaries and limits

•Embody your long-term parenting values in your daily interactions

• Become the parent you want to be!

Sunday March 14, 2010– Deepening the Practice—general NVC 9:30-4:00

Are you longing to deepen your integration of

NVC skills and consciousness? This interactive, fun workshop is for

those already familiar with NVC basics, who want to enrich and inspire

their understanding and practice. Come to:

• Create more connection and trust in your life

• Revolutionize and expand your needs consciousness

• Discover what it means to really live without enemies

• Deepen self-connection, self-compassion and self-acceptance

• Experience needs as vital life-force, rather than as deficit

• Explore the power of interdependence, gratitude, and

compassionate authenticity

We have amazing testimonials from the teachings of Ingrid Bauer, she is the Author of my favorite book "Diaper Free" and a mother of 5

Give us a call if you would like to now more workshop is this weekend!

250.334.3483

Spring Break Fitness!

Rhonda Parker of Well Balanced Fitness and Bodywork is introducing
"Bring a Friend for Free" during Spring Break. All her classes are boasting
this deal. A great chance to get out there and feel good.
She has Yoga, Fitcamps and Circuit classes.
I personally take her classes and she has something to brag about, I love them!

check out her schedule http://www.wellbalancedbody.ca/Calendar.html

Give her a call/email or we would be glad to help at Podlings 250.334.3483


Happy Break Everyone!

Great Events Coming Up

March 13th&14th is Compassionate Parenting (Non-Violent Communication) with Ingrid Bauer Registration is on now and spaces are limited.
$85 per person or $150 per couple

March 19th, 20th, 21st is the weekend session of Birthing From Within, registrations are on now and small classes are offered so limited spaces.

Flow Yoga is being offered Tuesday Nights starting March 16th

Prenatal Yoga starts Saturdays March 27th, Popular Class Register Now!


Next Month we will offer Infant Massage!

Untangle your Mealtime

We are happy to have arriving this week, some great stainless steel dish sets by Un Tangled Living.


These sets include fork, spoon, bowl plate and cup. Eliminate Plastic! We are so excited about these sets from a great Canadian Mom. My kids use glass and ceramic now and we have had many broken dishes...this is the perfect solution and something they can pass to their kids.
These come in a cute Butterfly design or a Gecko! The perfect 1st Birthday gift.



You can learn more about Sue and her mission here http://untangledliving.com/un_about_us.html

Have a Happy Sunday!

Back for some Updates!

We are back from sun and fun filled Mexico! There is alot going on at the store and the center these days lets have an update..

Birthing From Within classes are now booking for March sessions and weekend classes, please call for more info

Wednesday mornings we have Prental Yoga and Mom and Baby drop in are $12 or call to pre-register, the sessions started last week, so plenty of time!

Saturday mornings is the Flow level 1-2 Yoga, I take part in this class and Love it!

During Spring Break on march 9th Rhonda from Well Balanced Fitness is offering "Bring a Friend for Free" Yoga night, if you want to split the cost of $12 and introduce a friend to Yoga, please pre register at Podlings or Directly with Rhonda wellbalancedbody.ca

Last week to save money and Register for the Compassionate Parenting classes, don't miss this, well worth the money, change your life and the way you parent your children. These classes sell out so get your tickets now!

We have a wonderful new podling at the store you may have already met her, Helen Utsal is also a local artist, you can check out her paintings helenutsal.com
She recently donated a painting to the YANA dinner and auction, which was a big success.

We have lots of new consignment items coming in daily as we transition into our spring and summer items.


We are also expecting some really great new stock, Co-operative Canadian board games, a new line of diapers, and new line of local wooden toys! We are busy busy and again thank-you so much for your support!

Gold medal again last night! GO CANADA!

Compassionate Communication (NVC) Workshop

We at Podlings are excited to welcome Compassionate Communication Workshops by Ingrid Bauer

Saturday March 13, 2010 – Intro/Refresher Workshop for Parents 9:30-4:00

Enjoy Parenting! This interactive Compassionate Communication (NVC) workshop

for parents (and anyone who works with children) will explore how to:

• Look deeply past a child's difficult behaviours to discover the underlying needs and

nourish connection in your family

• Learn concrete tools to respond compassionately and effectively to parenting

challenges, in ways that are most likely to be heard

• Create a relationship with your child based on cooperation and trust (and fun!)

•Transform your understanding of boundaries and limits

•Embody your long-term parenting values in your daily interactions

• Become the parent you want to be!

Sunday March 14, 2010– Deepening the Practice—general NVC 9:30-4:00

Are you longing to deepen your integration of

NVC skills and consciousness? This interactive, fun workshop is for

those already familiar with NVC basics, who want to enrich and inspire

their understanding and practice. Come to:

• Create more connection and trust in your life

• Revolutionize and expand your needs consciousness

• Discover what it means to really live without enemies

• Deepen self-connection, self-compassion and self-acceptance

• Experience needs as vital life-force, rather than as deficit

• Explore the power of interdependence, gratitude, and

compassionate authenticity

Register before February 28: $75 per person, $125 for both days OR per couple

After February 28: $85 per person, $150 for both days or per couple

To register: Email podlings@telus.net or Call 250-334-3483

How wearing Amber can help for teething

Amber is not a stone, but a fossilized tree resin. When amber is worn on the skin, the skin's warmth releases amounts of healing oils from the amber.
Amber contains analgesic properties and helps take the edge off when teething. Also great for clearing up teething redness.
Ask any mom and they will tell you how amazing it works. Not to mention the cuteness factor.

Lots of necklace styles to chose from, try it for yourself!!!