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Mother’s Day with Baby2Baby

By Ashley · Comments (0) · May 7th, 2013

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As Mother’s Day approaches, I am thankful for my own mother and father who were able to provide for my sister and me, and am grateful to do the same for my son. Many families that struggle to care for their families, and thankfully, the incredible organization Baby2Baby is there to help. This Mother’s Day, help another mother in need.

From Baby2Baby:

This Mother’s day, we celebrate the moms of over 50,000 children served by Baby2Baby. These women struggle against enormous odds to provide the most basic items for their families. In honor of these women, and all mothers, Baby2Baby has created a special opportunity for you to give back.

With your support, we will distribute the most essential items – clothing, strollers, car seats and other gear – to low-income families throughout Los Angeles in honor of Mother’s Day.

Please visit our registry today and purchase an essential item for a Baby2Baby family.

Items can be purchased by clicking HERE.

  • For $30 you can provide a stroller
  • For $40 you can provide a toddler with two brand new outfits
  • For $60 you can provide a newborn with a car seat

With your help, a child who is sleeping on the floor can have a safe and cozy crib; a mother who carries her toddler in her arms all day can have the gift of a stroller; a family with a baby on the way can rest easy knowing they have a safe ride home from the hospital and through baby’s first months.

This Mother’s Day, give a Baby2Baby mother in need the gift that every mother wants – to be able to provide for her child.

Warmly,

Kelly Patricof
Norah Weinstein

Co-Presidents
Baby2Baby
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To read more about Baby2Baby and to find out more about volunteer opportunities, click here! 

 

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International Children’s Film Festival

By Ashley · Comments (0) · May 3rd, 2013

I‘m super excited for the 8th annual REDCAT International Children’s Film Festival, which kicks off this weekend!

With three weekends of acclaimed, international short-film programs, the beloved festival returns to delight movie-goers big and small. This global tour of charming, funny and poignant films —hailing from Argentina, Australia, Brazil, Colombia, Denmark, Estonia, Iceland, Japan, Puerto Rico, Russia, Singapore, Spain and Taiwan, among others—is an awe-inspiring journey for the whole family. Festival highlights include the latest in both live action and animated shorts, and a very special Nickelodeon Family Fun Day!

The program runs from Saturday, May 4, 2013 to Sunday, May 19, 2013, and tickets are only $5! Take the whole family!

For more info, visit:

http://www.redcat.org/event/redcat-international-childrens-film-festival-2013

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An Honestly Ultimate Baby Shower

By Ashley · Comments (0) · March 27th, 2013

What an honestly exciting opportunity! Nominate a deserving mom-to-me to win a fabulous baby shower from Jessica Alba and the Honest Company! Details below.

Honestly Ultimate Baby Shower

THE HONEST COMPANY CO-FOUNDER JESSICA ALBA LAUNCHES

HONESTLY ULTIMATE BABY SHOWER CONTEST FOR DESERVING MOMS-TO-BE

Facebook Contest Will Award Curated Baby Showers in Multiple Cities across the Country

 

WHAT: In celebration of Mother’s Day, four deserving moms-to-be will receive the ultimate dream baby shower in their hometown hosted by The Honest Company’s co-founder Jessica Alba! The baby showers will take place in New York City, Los Angeles, Chicago and Austin in May.

From now through the end of March, friends and family can nominate “deserving moms-to-be” for the baby shower via photo/word essay or video entry through a contest application located on Honest’s Facebook page. The definition of “deserving moms-to-be” and the criteria to be judged on is: someone who is working hard to create a safe and healthy environment for her family while dedicating herself to the service of others and charitable work, education, or overcoming adversity. This qualification is parallel to the mission of The Honest Company whose goal is create a more sustainable planet starting with non-toxic and eco-friendly essentials for every member of the family.

The four winners, chosen by The Honest Company in April, will receive a baby shower for their closest friends and family hosted by Jessica Alba. From fun activities to generous gifts from The Honest Company and collaborating family companies, the moms-to-be will be fully prepared to take on this exciting motherhood adventure.

WHO:  Jessica Alba, co-founder of The Honest Company in collaboration with: Land of Nod, Tea Collection, Orbit, Naturepedic, Cloud B, HATCH Collection, Stonyfield, Beco

WHEN: March 12-March 31, 2013: Nomination Period http://www.facebook.com/TheHonestCompany

April: Winner’s Announced

May:  Honest Baby Showers

WHERE: Baby Shower Locations: New York City, Los Angeles, Chicago, Austin

ABOUT: The Honest Company (www.Honest.com), founded by Jessica Alba, Christopher Gavigan, Brian Lee and Sean Kane, was created to ensure that parents have access to non-toxic, eco-friendly, beautiful family products that don’t break the bank. Honest.com offers essentials for every family member including diapers, wipes, bath, skin care and home cleaning products conveniently door-delivered through a monthly subscription service of customized product bundles or for single item purchase.

 

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je t’aime paris

By Ashley · Comments (0) · March 14th, 2013

This post originally apeared on Move LifeStyle.com

Paris. Le sigh. I’ve always been drawn to France, Paris in particular. The City of Light has a hold on me; a magnetism that I can’t quite explain. Perhaps it’s the rich history, the decadent cuisine, the abundance of art, the cool nonchalance of the locals. Maybe it’s all of that and more. I love the cafe culture, the walkability of the city. I’m crazy about the Centre George Pompidou with its incredible collection of modern art. I love picnicking on the grass at the Jardin du Luxembourg, sipping Côtes du Rhône rosé and watching the birds fly overhead.

I could go on. Instead, here are a few things I love about Paris.

The Eiffel Tower

Yes, it may be cliché to mention the Eiffel Tower as one of my favorite things about Paris, but the city’s landmark is quite a spectacle. 1050 feet above the Champ de Mars and the river Seine, the tower offers a rather spectacular view of the city. Who wouldn’t want to be kissed atop the tower, among such glorious sights? Yes, Katie Holmes and Tom Cruise were engaged upon the Eiffel Tower, but let’s not hold that against it.

The Ballet

The Paris Opera Ballet is the oldest national ballet company in the world, founded in 1669. Many classical ballets are centered around romantic plots: Romeo and Juliet, Giselle, Les Sylphides. Dance is an expression of art through the body, a sensual act. To attend the ballet in Paris, where ballet began, is certainly something with which to fall in love. Visit the Palais Garnier and indulge in the opulent beaux-arts neoclassical architecture, or attend a performance at the Opéra Bastille, with its ultra-modern geometrical glass walls.
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The Sacré Cœur

The Sacré Cœur basilica perched on the top of the Montmarte butte is constructed of white stone and manages to gleam even in the gloomiest of Parisian skies. Stately and statuesque, it’s a glowing beacon seen from many corners of the city. A detailed mosaic covers the interior of the dome, while stained glass windows flank the walls. No matter what religion, if any, you claim, the basilica will move you, which seems only natural as its name means ‘sacred heart.’

The Pâtisseries

Paris is pastry heaven. The narrow cobblestoned streets are dotted with patisseries, their windows filled with rows of the most beautiful confections I’ve ever seen. Or tasted. Buttery, flaky pain au chocolate, light and sweet tarte aux poires, and of course, les macorons. I love each and every bite.

The Shopping

It’s no secret that Paris is the fashion capital of the world, so obviously, the shopping is equally as fabulous. Find modern furnishings in the Marais, vintage books and trinkets along the Seine, and if your budget allows, or if you’re in the mood to browse, wander the shops along the Champs- Élysées or along Avenue Montaigne. I’ll admit my affinity for Christian Louboutin heels. I love to visit the modest shop on Rue de Grenelle. Those red soles always get my heart pumping. J’adore.

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a Splendid giveaway!

By Ashley · Comments (0) · March 13th, 2013

If you read Move LifeStyle, you already know about the fabulous giveaway going on this week. If you don’t, a) you should be reading it, and b) you should go enter to win!

Move LifeStyle has teamed up with Splendid, makers of the softest, most comfortable tees (and then some) in the world, and is giving away three, (count them: THREE), $150 gift cards to spend at Splendid. If you’re a fan of Splendid like I am, then you know they have an incredibly cute their line of children’s clothes as well as stuff for mom. I mean, look at the wardrobe on these sweet babes! Think of your little one outfitted in bright stripes just in time for Spring… It’s a no brainer.

To enter the Splendid sweepstakes on Move LifeStyle, click HERE. You can also enter the Pin to Win portion of their contest by clicking HERE! 

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club momME events!

By Ashley · Comments (0) · March 11th, 2013

Are you expecting or know someone who is? Simplify all your registry needs and get answers on products from the experts! Check out the upcoming events from Club MomMe! Use code ‘silverlake’ to get $5 off your ticket.

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Happy 2nd Birthday!

By Ashley · Comments (0) · March 6th, 2013

A very happy second birthday to my sweet Rhys!

Me: “Rhys, how old are you? Are you two?”

Rhys: “No, no two.”

No two, huh? Yeah, bud. You and me both. I can’t believe it, either.

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A Dance Request

By Ashley · Comments (0) · February 28th, 2013

It seems s though my son may follow in my footsteps. The boy loves to dance. When the mood and music strike, he’ll politely request, “Dance?” with his little outstretched arm, and continue to ask until I’ve risen and joined him on the hardwood living room floor, the dance floor. This is an even that happens often in our home, whether it be mid-story, during dinner, or after a bath.

This morning, Rhys’s little friend Finn had his first taste of his persistent dance requests. And as you’ll see, persistence does, indeed wear down resistance.

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Heywood Grilled Cheese Shoppe

By Ashley · Comments (0) · February 27th, 2013

Say cheese! Heywood in Silver Lake is having a grand re-opening party this Friday night! We were lucky enough to attend their soft opening last summer, and can’t wait to try out the new sandwiches recently added to their already delicious menu. I mean, seriously. Who doesn’t love ooey, gooey, melted cheese between two perfectly buttered and grilled slices of bread? Here’s the flier they sent out today, in case you’re not on their mailing list. (But you should be.)

Hope to see you there!

Heywood Grilled Cheese

Heywood Exclusive!

You’re Invited to our Grand(Re)Opening

Featuring $2 sandwiches!We had such fun the first time around, we thought we’d do it again! We’ve upgraded our look – and our menu – and we can’t wait to share it with you. Join us for an evening of celebration and check out the new digs – and sandwiches!The Official Heywood
Grand (Re)Opening Party
Friday, March 1st
6:00 – 10:00 pm

We will be celebrating with the launch of TWO brand new sandwiches! We want everyone to try them, so we are making them available for just $2 from 6pm to 10pm. Hope to see you here!

We are located at:
3337 W. Sunset Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90026

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happy valentine’s day

By Ashley · Comments (0) · February 14th, 2013

The two things I love most in this world.

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