Vancouver, Fall 2007—Pre-natal acupuncture, labour and delivery classes, renowned fertility clinics, birthing doulas, high-end baby stores—the lower mainland has a plethora of services to help couples have babies, but not as many to help first-time mothers cope with the profound changes—both good and bad—they bring. According to the Canadian Mental Health Association, between fifty and eighty percent of all new moms experience the “Baby Blues,” which can be characterized as...
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Our Stretchy Baby Carrier is now available in BAMBOO and HEMP The Baby Buddha “Stretchy Baby Carrier” is already popular with West Coast moms for carrying, cuddling and discrete breastfeeding. Moms love the style and versatility; with one carrier they can carry their baby in 6 different ways. They also feel good knowing they are nurturing their babies’ spines in this ‘sling-style’ carrier. When co-founder, Alison Cross, had baby Coco she discovered not only the discomfort of wearing...
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Being proud survivors of the first year of motherhood, we fully understand that having a baby can throw even the most professional, together, intelligent woman into physical and mental disarray. A new mom can feel cast adrift when she first encounters the sometimes lonely, confusing and overwhelming ‘Baby World’. Be reassured; you are not alone in this weird and wonderful new world - there are other battle scarred comrades out there. We’d like to invite all new moms (or old hands) to join...
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Stephanimals are much more than a commodity  they are original, locally-made, handcrafted, eco-friendly stuffed animals, blankets and children's clothing, made largely from recycled and/or salvaged fibres. Every item is "unique like nature". Their soft, colourful, hand-made storybooks educate children about animals, habitats, and ways in which to help protect the environment. From every item sold, $2 CAD is donated to a local non-profit animal or environmental organisation. 
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Hedwig Schipperheijn Photography offers professional maternity photography services in and around Vancouver, BC. Because I get some of the best results with natural light and prefer candid settings, maternity and newborn sessions are done in your home or outdoor on location. The vibrancy of the sun truly make the images come alive like no other light medium can. With about 2 hours dedicated to each individual photo session, there's plenty of time to create a relaxed atmosphere and lots...
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