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National Children’s Museum Launch Zone Celebrates Second Birthday, April 30

mydckid — Wed, 20 Apr 2011 17:44:59 +0000

On April 30th the National Children’s Museum, located at the National Harbor will celebrate the second birthday of their “Launch Zone” attraction. This area encourages children and their families to think about ways to improve our world. The event will feature arts & crafts, performances and giveaways from National Harbor area businesses including:

The Peeps Store will distribute fun stickers
NCM will raffle off two tickets for free Segway rides around National Harbor.
Ben & Jerry’s will distribute 100 “buy one cone, get a kid’s scoop free” coupons at the Launch Zone.
CakeLove will give away coupons to buy
Elevation Burger will offer small cookies and coupons for mini-milkshakes at the Launch Zone.
Aromi Café will provide a sampling of cookies and coupons for party goers

Visit this lin khttp://www.ncm.museum/launch_zone for more information about the Launch Zone at NCM and here for more information about this event:

Favorite “DC Daily Deal” Sites

mydckid — Sun, 17 Apr 2011 18:22:42 +0000

There are so many “daily deal” sites out there lately, here are a list of a few with fantastic (DC area) family friendly activities, products, services, etc!

http://www.certifikid.com/

http://www.plumdistrict.com/

http://washingtonian.sowhatsthedeal.com/

and there is of course, Groupon, Living Social, Hautelook, Gilt Groupe, Zulily, BabySteals…… on and on and on!

What is YOUR favorite daily deals site?

Using this blog…

mydckid — Sat, 16 Apr 2011 12:33:26 +0000

Don’t forget to use the menu at the right ———————————->
to search for everything for your DC Kid!
Classes, events, stores, etc!
Enjoy!

Call in the experts! DC area Night Nurses, Nannies, Doulas and More

mydckid — Fri, 15 Apr 2011 15:52:52 +0000

Here are a few resources for finding help with the little one(s)!

Hush Hush Little Baby- Baby planning, sleep training and overnight baby care

Momma Coach- Postpartum Doulas

Overnight Newborn Care - Overnight caregivers in DC area

Momease.com – this company provides the birthing classes at GW hospital but they also provides a ton more: Doulas, night nurses, breastfeeding classes, infant CPR etc.

Staffing Solutions at Mother’s Aide – Nannies, Baby Nurses

NanniesInc.Net locations in Vienna, Bethesda and Annpolis

Mother & Baby Matters – Lactation consultants, night nurses, doulas and more

White House Nannies – night care, nannies, on-site hotel care and more

Metropolitan Nannies

DONA.org Doulas

NoVA Lactation Consultants

Babies ‘n Business – lactation consultants, pump rentals, etc. located in Bethesda

A Nanny on the Net

There are many sites where you can search postings by potential nannies and other caregivers:
Care.com
Sittercity.com
GoNannies.com

You can also check forums such as DCUrbanmom.com for parent recommendations

Communikids! Language Classes for the Kiddos!!!

mydckid — Thu, 14 Apr 2011 11:37:27 +0000

How cool is this? I cannot wait until my girl is old enough to attend these language classes! They also offer summer camp.

CommuniKids, is a language enrichment program that began in 2005 for children ages 1-8 years of age. They offer language enrichment classes in Spanish, French, Mandarin Chinese, Arabic and Portuguese. As a result of overwhelming demand and interest in language, CommuniKids is now operating a Spanish and French Immersion Preschool in DC and Falls Church for children ages 21/2 to 5 years of age. Visit their website to learn more at: http://www.communikids.com

At Play Cafe in Reston

mydckid — Wed, 14 Apr 2010 20:43:35 +0000

An indoor gym for the kiddos…. cafe for mom and/or dad…. summer camp…classes and more! I wish they had one of these a little closer to their house.

This looks like an amazing place and I am hoping to check it out soon.

www.AtPlayCafe.com

At Play Cafe: Eat, Play & Learn
2254B Hunters Woods Plaza
Reston, VA 20191
ph: 703-391-6131

More Classses for Babies and Toddlers in Northern Virginia

mydckid — Mon, 14 Sep 2009 13:59:28 +0000

I think I could have a whole blog of just classes! We are so lucky to have so many options!

Parent Child University has a variety of classes for different ages and at many locations in the area…

Click here for more info and to register for a class or FREE demo!

Music with Maddy- classes available in Falls Church & Ashburn

MoBu Kids (formerly Monkey Business)- another Falls Church based class. They offer music & movement classes as well as Ballet. Class descriptions and more info can be found HERE!

Gaithersburg Parade

mydckid — Thu, 03 Sep 2009 19:49:41 +0000

From AParentinSilverSpring.com (love this blog!)
http://www.aparentinsilverspring.com/2009/09/labor-day-parade-september-7-in.html

Are You Ready For Labor Day Weekend???

mydckid — Thu, 03 Sep 2009 19:26:25 +0000

Maryland Renaissance Festival
The Maryland Renaissance Festival in Crownsville, MD
More Info HERE!

Sunday is Family Day at the Nat’s Game!
Get tickets HERE!

Bring the Kids but Really Fun for Mom & Dad
Herndon Jazz & Wine Fest!!
Monday from 12-6pm

Easy Halloween Costumes

mydckid — Sun, 23 Aug 2009 12:40:25 +0000

These look super easy to get on and off your kiddo– important in colder weather for unexpected potty breaks!

Check them out HERE on OldNavy.com