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July/August 2010
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Director's
Musings
- (page 4) It takes a village to survive motherhood, with GGMG by your
side.
Sensory
Integration Activities
- (page 6) Nurture the healthy development of your child’s
senses through simple games and gentle play.
From
Glamping to Camping: Northern California Family Vacations
-
(page 8) Like a bit of comfort thrown in with your family camping? See
some great Bay Area options.
It’s
Child’s Play: The Importance of Developmentally Appropriate
Toys - (page 10) Provide your
child with developmentally appropriate toys to help facilitate growth
and learning.
Moving
With Young Children - (page
12) Tips on dealing with the stress of moving and a smooth transition
to a new home.
Daditude:
The Shadow - (page 16)
Playing hide-and-seek with your jam-covered toddler.
Books
for Kids: All the Families of the Rainbow
- (page 18) Celebrating non-traditional families of all shapes and
sizes.
Ask
the Expert: Brushing Battles
- (page 19) Dr. Nancy Hsieh answers questions on teething, cavities and
your child’s first visit to the dentist.
Social
Events / Contest
- (page 5)
GGMG
Playgroups
- (page 13)
Operations
Thank You
- (page 14)
Volunteer
of the Month
- (page 17)
July
Calendar
- (page 20)
August
Calendar
- (page 22)
Kids
Activities
- (page 24)
Just
For Moms
- (page 26)
Educational Series
- (page 27)
Community
Support
- (page 28)
Members Discounts
- (page 30)
New Arrivals
- (page 26)
Classifieds
- (page 39)
June 2010
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Director's
Musings
- (page 4) Lessons of volunteerism and passing the torch
Neighborhood
Emergency Response Team Training
- (page 6) This free training series offers tools for survival
following a natural disaster.
All
Aboard: The Search for
'Really Useful
Engines' in the Bay Area -
(page 8) Local and day-trip train excursions for your railway obsessed
tot
Unleashed:
Walking Dogs
and Kids in San
Francisco - (page 10) Tips
for a successful outing with your child and the honorary member of your
family: your pooch!
Lovin'
the Haight:
Neighborhood Review - (page
12) Trip through the past and present in the ever-changing and
expressive Haight district.
Daditude:
Seeing
Red - (page 16) What to do
when your toddler starts makin’ waves.
Books
for Kids: Fairy Tales
- (page 18) Take your children into an imaginary world where anything
is possible.
Ask
the
Expert: Speech and Language Development
- (page 19) Speech therapist Kim Scott provides guidance on early
speech and language topics.
GGMG
Playgroups
- (page 14)
GGMG
Volunteer Appreciation
- (page 17)
June
Calendar
- (page 20)
Kids
Activities
- (page 22)
Just
For Moms
- (page 24)
Community
Support
- (page 28)
Membership
/ New Arrivals / Recruiting
- (page 30)
Classifieds
- (page 39)
May 2010
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A
Letter from Your Editor -
(page 4) Celebrating the bond of motherhood and showing gratitude for
our own GGMG volunteers this Mother’s Day.
Community
Supported Agriculture (CSA) -
(page 6) Support local farms, and healthy eating with this introduction
to CSAs and easy recipes for your harvested fruits and veggies.
Mommy
Makeovers - (page 8)
Combining medically necessary and cosmetic surgeries for postpartum
bodies.
Pelvic
Health - (page 10) Stop
suffering in silence: consider these local resources for pelvic pain
and incontinence.
Babysitting
Alternatives - (page 12)
Creative ways to save a little money while getting an evening to
yourself.
Successful
Playgroups - (page 14) Joined
a playgroup yet? Bookmark these “best practices” to
get your new group moving along or keep your current group active.
Daditude:
Fun - (page 16) An outing
dangerous enough for a toddler
Books
for Kids: Tickles and Laughs
- (page 18) Get silly with these giggly fun books.
Ask
the Expert: LASIK (page 19)
Dr. Ella Faktorovich offers an eye-opening perspective regarding vision
correction procedures for expectant and new moms.
GGMG
Announcements- (page 5)
May
Calendar- (page 20)
Kids
Activities - (page 22)
Just
for Moms - (page 24)
Members
Discounts - (page 28)
Announcing
SubClubs- (page 30)
New
Arrivals- (page 30)
Classifieds
- (page 39)
April 2010
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Director's
Musings-
(page 4) Reconnect with nature and embrace outdoor adventures with your
child this spring.
Greening
Kids’ Parties-
(page 6) Hosting an eco-friendly party doesn’t have to be
difficult or expensive, and it can be just as fun for the kids.
Preschools
with a Green Thumb- (page 8)
If you’re looking for the
perfect green preschool, here’s a selection of programs
throughout the city.
Green
Fatigue- (page 10) Whether
you’re a committed greenie or
have just come round to composting, we could all benefit from a fresh
environmental start.
Hiking
Bayview Hill- (page 12) The
forty-four-acre Bayview Hill in the
too often overlooked southeastern
quadrant of San Francisco offers panoramic views of the city.
Get
Green: What We Can Do in Our Own Homes-
(page 14) Learn more about composting and cloth diapering.
Daditude:
Mine- (page 18) Are toddlers
inherently greedy?
Books
for Kids: Earth Day- (page
20) Get in the green spirit with
these books.
Ask
the Expert: Newborn
Nuances- (page 21) Dr. Julia
Getzelman provides some sound
direction to help you navigate your way over the hurdles of the first
couple months of your child’s life.
April
Calendar- (page 22)
Kids
Activities - (page 24)
Just
for Moms - (page 26)
Partnerships
- (page 27)
Playgroups-
(page 28)
Community
Support- (page 30)
Classifieds
- (page 39)
March 2010
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Director's
Musings - P.4 Learn more
about our new and improved playgroup formation process.
A
Pinch of Irish Fun - P.6 Go
green... and celebrate St. Patrick's Day this year.
Just
Singin' in the Rain - P.8
Stay dry with these rainy day ideas.
International
Flavor, Local Access - P.10
Ethnic markets are heaven for adventurous cooks seeking
inspiration and economic refuge from Whole Foods.
Fun
in the Fog - P.12 Plan an
excursion to the Sunset neighborhood...just be sure to wear layers!
Daditude:
Chatterbox - P.16 Our new dad
columnist weighs in on the hilarity of
toddler speak.
Books
for Kids: Dogs and Puppies -
P.18 Yes, they shed. Yes, they drool. And yes, they jump everywhere,
but they are so much fun! Here's to our four-legged furry friends.
Ask
the Expert: Cuddles and Co-sleeping
- P.19 There are plenty of ways to make co-sleeping a safe option.
March
Calendar - P.20
New
and Improved Playgroup Process
- P.22 Ask
the Expert: Cuddles and Co-sleeping
- P.19 There are plenty of ways to make co-sleeping a safe option.
Kids
Activities - P.24
Just
for Moms - P.26
Community
Support - P.28
Classifieds
- P.39
February 2010
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Director's
Musings - P.4 Look for a more
streamlined and efficient playgroup formation process this year, as
well as new faces on the Board of Directors and Steering Committee.
Gung
Hay Fat Choy! - P.6 Ring in
the Chinese New Year with festive family activities.
Coastline
Romance - P.8 Escape it all
with a romantic getaway to Mendocino, just in time for Valentine's Day.
Raising
a Child Who Loves to Read -
P.10 Wondering which books to read, and how often to read them? Learn
early literacy skills for young children.
Discover
Glen Park - P.12 Despite
feeling like a world away, this gem of a neighborhood, with greenery
and lack of tall buildings, is easily accessed from most parts of the
city.
Kiddie
Keepsakes - P.14 Take
advantage of some of these innovative ideas and services to help you
part with treasured items without losing the memories.
Books
for Kids: Snow - P.18 Take
your child on a snow journey through books and let them fall asleep
with an open window to snow-covered mountains.
Ask
the Expert: Your Breastfeeding Questions Answered
- P.19 Learn how often and when to pump, as well as what to do when
teeth strike.
February
Calendar - P.20
Kids
Activities - P.24
Just
for Moms - P.26
Members
Discounts - P.27
Community
Support - P.29
Classifieds
- P.39
December 2009/January 2010
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Turning
the Page - P.4 A farewell
from the editor's desk, and a call for service for more GGMG volunteers
- keep the adventure going!
Skiing
and Sleigh Rides - P.6 With
winter around the corner, here's a sampling of family friendly snow
destinations recommended by GGMG members.
Celebrate
Giving - P.8 Explore eight
local opportunities for holiday generosity this season.
On
the Twelfth Day of the Holidays, San Francisco Gave to Me...
- P.10 This holiday season is just brimming with bright lights,
spectacular shows and fun family adventures - it makes you remember why
you live in the Bay Area!
Keeping
it All Straight: Stay Organized with Family Calendars
- P.14 Sometimes the most useful pieces of advice are the things no one
tells you about: like how to manage a busy family schedule.
Making
the Most of Your Space - P.16
Check out these ideas for making the most of your urban space, no
matter how small it may be.
Books
for Kids: Holidays - P.18
Whether you plan to see the snow, or just pretend like it's winter in
sunny California, check out this selection of books to see you through
the end of this year and welcome the next.
Ask
Parents Place - P.19 After
six years of advice, longtime contributor and parenting expert Lee Ann
Slaton looks forward to retirement.
December
Calendar - P.20
January
Calendar - P.22
Kids
Activities - P.24
Just
for Moms - P.28
Classifieds
- P.39
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