Friends of the Store

We get asked about different baby-related services all the time. So, we decided to provide some references for services we don't provide at the store. There are NO kick-backs here. These are friends we are happy to recommend.

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The Art Of Sandra Dee

Looking to spice up your child’s room? Sandra Dee paints murals, faux finishes, decorative accents and furniture with any subject, any style on any surface. She's painted for hundreds of homes including celebrities such as Kobe Bryant! You can see her incredible work on the walls of our store, or visit her extensive portfolio online at www.theartofsandradee.com. You can call Sandra at (818)398-0877.

Baby Sitters Guild

An on-call agency since 1948, with babysitting service 24/7 including holidays. Sitters are screened for experience, all have been parents, many CPR certified. Rachel and I have used them and are very happy to give our recommendation. For more information, call Bea at 818-552-2229.

Los Angeles Family Magazine

"Your Essential Parenting Resource", Los Angeles Family is a locally produced monthly magazine that provides parents information on a variety of family subjects. Read the always helpful "Health & Safety" section, get new entertainment ideas from "Family Fun Stuff", check out departments from "Baby" to the "After School Activity Guide", or peruse Dr. Jenn's column for parenting advice. Pick up a copy at our store (it’s free!), or visit them on-line at www.familymagazinegroup.com.

MOMS Club of Burbank

MOMS Club of Burbank is a non-profit support group for stay-at-home moms. Part of a national organization, Burbank members get together monthly for various activities. But most importantly, you will receive support from a group of moms you know the challenges you face as a stay-at-home mom. For more information, visit www.momsclubofburbank.com, or call (818)237-3272.

Mothers Of Pre-Schoolers (MOPS)

MOPS is a wonderful support group for women with children ages newborn through pre-school. An international organization with chapters throughout Southern California, MOPS provides, speakers, books and other resources on parenting, but most of all, it provides a loving environment of women who want to learn and share their experiences in parenting. Rachel is a member and can't recommend this group enough. For more information, call 888-910-MOPS or visit www.mops.org.

Once Upon A Princess

Once Upon A Princess is a character company that specializes in performing fairytale characters for little girls' birthday parties and special events. Have your special princess meet Cinderella, Sleeping Beauty, Snow White, The Little Mermaid or a host of others! We had Belle from Beauty and the Beast visit Sarah on her third birthday, and the afternoon was delightful. For more info, call Stephanie at (626) 622-1220 or joyfulprincess@hotmail.com.

Photography As An Art

A professional photographer for 15 years, Harvey Branman parlayed his love and talent for photographic art into a commercial career in photography. Having captured numerous fine art awards for his landscapes and nature studies, Harvey experimented with the idea of shooting photographs of people, pets and products with an eye of an artist. The result was "Photography As An Art," his method that portrays the subject with feeling and style which is uniquely its own. Visit Harvey at www.harveybranman.com or call (818) 954-9294.

Pregnancy Massage

Peggy Duncan CMT, LMT is a message therapist with a specialty in pregnancy! Give her a call at (818) 383-5511 or pkdauncan@sbcglobal.net.

Heartlight Doula Services

A doula’s role is to provide continuous physical, emotional, and informational support for women and their partners during labor and birth. Barbara Weeks, M.Ed., CD (DONA) is a certified doula who can be reached at (818) 378-4195 or bkzweeks@earthlink.net.