Little Kids, Big City (Lora Shinn)
BPA-free baby: Bisphenol-A alternatives in Seattle
by lshinn ()E-mail Lora at littlekidsbigcity@nwsource.com; see past articles on the index page.
Seattle mom Christine Hanna didn't relish the thought of Bisphenol-A leaching from her baby's bottle into his morning meal. As an employee at the Sightline Institute, a non-profit environmental think tank, she felt perturbed at the chemicals in "all kinds of products that babies drink and eat from, mouth, and sleep on."
No-doze summer science
by lshinn ()Contact Lora Shinn at littlekidsbigcity@nwsource.com. See previous posts at http://littlekidsbigcity.com.
On Tuesday, May 27, at noon, the Seattle Parks and Recreation Department opens registration for their fact-packed nature programs. If you haven't been before, the Environmental Learning Centers' classes aren't snore-inducing biology lectures. Instead, the hikes and walks are more like a hands-on PBS nature show, without the gory bits.
Hey, four eyes! You're totally cool, kid.
by lshinn ()You can reach Lora "Four Eyes" Shinn at littlekidsbigcity@nwsource.com. Previous articles are available at http://littlekidsbigcity.com
Remember that "Little House on the Prairie" when Mary Ingalls got her groovy granny glasses (If you don't, see this tightly edited YouTube version), and went through some perfunctory peer humiliation?
Play Pokemon, win free stuff
by lshinn ()What's your favorite Pokemon card? E-mail Lora at littlekidsbigcity@nwsource.com.
Last week, Nintendo released a fresh batch of Pokemon cards: The Majestic Dawn deck.
Pokemon is strategy-based card game first released in 1998, and now on the comeback. There's math and tactical maneuvers, and the Pokemon critters are pretty cute. Loudred is my favorite in my daughter's box of cards. Loudred looks like a freakish blend of an alligator, marshmallows and Bjork. What's not to love?
Blue Highway Games is located at 2203 Queen Anne Ave. N. Call (206) 282-0540 to reserve a seat in the weekly league. Register up to a month in advance.
City Parents: Susan Cavanagh, The Diaper Whisperer
by lshinn ()Do you know a unique Seattle family? Perhaps you're living in one? Contact Lora at littlekidsbigcity@nwsource.com to nominate a Seattle family for a profile.
See previous blog pieces at http://littlekidsbigcity.com.
Baby's Bottom Line is just like a pizza delivery service -- with diapers instead of deep-dish. When Seattle-area sleep-deprived parents want to order cloth diapers, Susan Cavanagh will hand-deliver a wide variety of prefolds, pockets, inserts, doublers, fitteds, all-in-ones, one-size-fits-all diapers and zebra-print covers to match.
She'll even help parents select a diapering system that works for their lifestyle and budget, or teach parents how to put ON the diapers, using her model baby doll (it's so model, it never cries).
Baby's Bottom Line is a virtual storefront; free in-city delivery or shipping for orders over $50. Phone: 206-301-9456 or 888-212-8131; consultations in her diaper showroom for a small fee, applied towards your next purchase.
Other source of cloth diapers in Seattle: Birth and Beyond, and Baby Diaper Service.
This weekend's parent picks
by lshinn ()Got an upcoming event you'd like Seatle parents to know about? Contact Lora at littlekidsbigcity@nwsource.com. Check out other events, reviews and stuff to do with kids at http://littlekidsbigcity.com.
Need something to do this weekend? Several no-cost options:
On Thursday, May 29, incredibly fab kids' author Gail Carson Levine visits the Ballard Library at 6:30 p.m.
Sling support for the carrier-challenged
by lshinn ()Contact Lora at littlekidsbigcity@nwsource.com. See previous posts at http://littlekidsbigcity.com.
I was the last kid in class to figure out shoelaces. So when it came to babywearing, I often found myself hopelessly entangled in my Moby Wrap with a screaming baby, until a patient (and more adept) friend showed me the ropes.
To accompany Lilium's great article on baby carriers, I've put together some resources for those of us requiring additional advice and hands-on help.
Katie Pedersen/Metrosupials: Sling lending library, private consultations and classes. Call her at 206-633-7831 for more information on any of the above.
Brynn Stonehouse: $45/baby for a 45-minute private session; Save 10% on sling or carrier purchase at appointment; To make an appointment call: 206-525-9035
Gracewinds: First Saturday of every month, 10-11:30 a.m. $10 per session, small class sizes. To RSVP call 206-781-9871.
Wanted: kids who like to play
by lshinn ()E-mail Lora Shinn at lora@lorashinn.com. See previous articles and entries at http://littlekidsbigcity.com.
Local game company Cranium (2025 1st Ave. #600, in Belltown) is seeking playtesters. We've done this before with our daughter and had a blast. Participants receive a free Cranium game and a behind-the-scenes glimpse at how games are designed.
Here's the deal:
The new TeachStreet.com offers up a class act
by lshinn ()Contact Lora at littlekidsbigcity@nwsource.com, read past entries at http://littlekidsbigcity.com.
Does your child want to play the piano -- or the ukelele? Maybe he'd like to draw cartoons like Jim Davis of "Garfield" fame? TeachStreet.com presents a way to browse for your next French tutor or Kindermusik class.
More info:
Celebrate a city family every Tuesday: Today, meet the Meyers
by lshinn ()Know a cool Seattle family? Nominate them by e-mailing Lora at littlekidbigcity@nwsource.com. See previous articles at http://littlekidsbigcity.com.
After perservering through two years of infertility, Niki and Michael Meyers learned that they were expecting twins.
