Babies Advantage 310.850.8880 babiesadvantage.com Notes: She offers home visits or telephone consultations; works as a post-partum doula (showing how to feed your baby, cord care and more) and a lactation consultant. Serves the LA area or Santa Barbara Soft Slumber Kathleen Sullivan 310.276.1605 softslumbers.com
Baby Nurses/Post-Partum Doulas :: San Fernando Valley
The Chapman Family Center Director of Postpartum Services—Karin Auger 310.439.2129 Chapmanfamilycenter.com
Buckingham Nannies 13737 Ventura Blvd. Sherman Oaks, CA 91423 818.784.6504 buckinghamnannies.com Notes: Buckingham nannies is an award-winning nanny agency, placing both live-out and live-in nannies for full-time and part-time positions. They are the recipient of Los Angeles Magazine's "Best of L.A." award
Nannies Etc. 19625 Ventura Blvd. #200 Tarzana, CA. 91356 818.342.5454 nanniesetc.com Notes: Provide wonderful, nurturing baby nurses
Baby Nurses/Post-Partum Doulas :: Hollywood/West Hollywood
Jill Spivack Sleepy Planet 11645 Wilshire Blvd. Ste. 1100 Los Angeles, CA 90025 310.573.9474 sleepyplanet.com Notes: An amazing Mommy & Me class that gives you knowledge on each stage of your baby's life up to 12 months
The Nanny School LA 11870 Santa Monica Blvd Los Angeles,CA 90025 310.979.0967 thenannyschool.net Notes: Offers Mommy & Me classes (one of the owners is Nanny Stella from the show Nanny 911
The Maple Counseling Center 9107 Wilshire Blvd. Beverly Hills, CA 90210 310.271.9999 Notes: Offering classes such as Mindful Parenting for expectant or new parents
Mommy & Me :: Silverlake/Los Feliz
La La Ling 1810 North Vermont Los Angeles, CA 90027 323.664.4400 lalaling.com
Mommy & Me :: San Fernando Valley
Baby's First Class 14368 Ventura Boulevard Sherman Oaks, CA 91423 818.501.BABY Notes: For newborn to 18 months. Babies First Class is taught by Jackie Rosenberg, OTR, child development specialist. Children play in an environment filled with sensory and motor experiences while parents are led in a discussion by Jackie. There is also a class offered for second time mothers dealing with issues such as sibling rivalry, jealousy and anger
Aidan’s Place 1350 S. Sepulveda Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90025 Notes: Everyone raves about this place. It’s a Universally Accessible Playground (for children with disabilities) with all kinds of fun equipment to climb on
Ocean Park Playground 2400 block of Barnard Way at Ocean Park Santa Monica, CA Notes: What’s better than letting your little one swing and play in the sand with beautiful views of the Pacific Ocean? Bring towels and hit the beach afterwards or take a stroll on the boardwalk.
Santa Monica Pier 200 Santa Monica Santa Monica, CA 90401 www.santamonica.com Notes: A fun place to take a stroll, look at the sites and ride the merry-go-round.
Douglas Park 1155 Chelsea Ave Santa Monica 90403 Notes: Check out the ducks in the pond and freely roaming around the grounds--kids love it! Stop by the Whole Foods down the street and bring a picnic.
Parks & Playgrounds :: Silverlake/Los Feliz
Griffith Park 4730 Crystal Springs Drive Los Angeles, CA 90027 323.913.4688 laparks.org Notes: A great place to stroll around—the L.A. Zoo is there, a carousel, pony rides and Shane’s Inspiration (a fun park for kids to play)
Los Angeles Zoo 5333 Zoo Drive Los Angeles, CA 90027 323.644.4200 lazoo.org
Parks & Playgrounds :: San Fernando Valley
Van Nuys/Sherman Oaks Recreation Center 14201 Huston St. Sherman Oaks, CA. 91423 818.783.5121 gocitykids.com Notes: Very big, offers tons of classes and leagues, toddler sandbox with safety swings, smaller slides, and plenty of shade.
Lake Balboa/Anthony C. Beilenson Park 6300 Balboa Blvd. Van Nuys, CA. 91406 818.756.9743 laparks.org Notes: 80 acre park with huge 27 acre lake in the middle. Great walking path for babies in strollers with beautiful cherry blossom trees.
FUNdamentals of Music and Movement 10469 Santa Monica Blvd Los Angeles, CA 90025 310.398.2500 fundamentalscenter.com Notes: A refreshing change of pace from gymnasiums
Kidnasium 808 Wilshire Blvd Santa Monica, CA 90401 310.395.6700 kidnasium.com Notes: Clean and well-run, this place is perfect for little ones to run around and have fun (for kids 6 months to 7 years)
SmART Space 12958 Washington Blvd Los Angeles, CA 90066 310.827.2458 smartspacela.com Notes: Encouraging imagination, art and music. Check their website for a variety of classes offered
Gymboree Westside Pavilion Mall 10800 West Pico Blvd Los Angeles, CA 90064 310.470.7780 gymboree.com Notes: Offers a variety of classes such as Gymboree (starting at 0 -6 months), Art, Yoga Fun and Baby Signs
Moosica Electric Lodge 1416 Electric Avenue Venice, CA 90291 310.306.1854 electriclodge.org Notes: Multicultural music and dance for newborns to 4 years old. Bring the stroller and take a walk along Abbot Kinney Blvd (it's one street over) after class--stop by Stroh's Deli for a sandwich or snack
My Creative Kids 11301 W. Olympic Blvd., #110 Los Angeles, CA 90064 310.473.6090 mycreativekids.com
Creative Space 11916 W. Pico Blvd Los Angeles, CA 90064 310.231.7600 creativespaceusa.com
Music Together of Santa Monica Various locations Santa Monica, CA 310.396.4436 Notes: Suchi, the teacher, is wonderful with the kids; lots of singing and playing with instrument
Gyms, Play Areas, Classes :: Silverlake/Los Feliz
RIE (Resources for Infant Educarers 1550 Murry Circle Los Angeles, CA 90026 323.663.5330 rie.org Notes: A specific style of parenting that is about observing and respecting your child; Not for everyone, but some people really love it
Gyms, Play Areas, Classes :: San Fernando Valley
Piano Play 14237 Ventura Blvd Sherman Oaks, CA 91423 818.789.6110 pianoplaymusic.com Notes: Offers great music classes
My Gym Plaza De Oro_ 17175-B Ventura Blvd. Encino, CA 91316 818.385.0888 my-gym.com
Kids Gym USA 12526 Riverside Dr. Valley Village, CA. 91607 818.762.5437
Kids Gym USA 5520 Crebs Ave. Tarzana, CA. 91356 818.343.1120 Notes: After circle time, babies play on equipment, climb through tunnels, and work on walking with the help of special toys
Gyms, Play Areas, Classes :: Hollywood/West Hollywood See nearby neighborhoods
A Woman’s Touch Simone 310.459.8868 Notes: Simone is fantastic and finds a nanny that fits into exactly what your family is looking for
Nannies Unlimited Agency 321 S. Beverly Dr., #J Beverly Hills, CA 90212 310.551.0303
The Grapevine LA 269 S. Beverly Drive, Suite 438 Beverly Hills CA 90202 310.601.7442 thegrapevinela.com Notes: Not only can they find you a nanny, if you’re looking for a chef or estate manager, they can help you with that too!
Yahoo! Group: Nanny Exchange LA nannyexchangeLA Notes: This group offers a forum for people to post the need for a nanny or information on nannies that are looking for families
Family First LA 2118 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 1099 Santa Monica CA 90403 310.276.5844 familyfirstla.com Notes: Family First provides referrals for professional and experienced nannies, childcare providers, newborn care, and other domestic staff to keep your newly busy home running smoothly
Nannies :: Silverlake/Los Feliz
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Nannies :: San Fernando Valley
The Grapevine Caroline Bassett 310.601.7442 www.thegrapevinela.com Notes: The Grapevine does thorough, personalized background checks and interviews. Also, Caroline is very hands on in the process of finding you just the right fit
Buckingham Nannies 13737 Ventura Blvd. Sherman Oaks, CA 91423 818.784.6504 www.buckinghamnannies.com Notes: Buckingham nannies is an award-winning nanny agency established in 1988 to provide Los Angeles and Ventura counties with the finest, English speaking professional nannies and domestic help. Placing both live-out and live-in nannies for full-time and part-time positions, Buckingham Nannies enjoys the highest reputation for integrity with families and nannies. We are the proud recipient of Los Angeles Magazine's "Best of L.A." award
Nannies Etc. 19625 Ventura Blvd. #200 Tarzana, CA. 91356 818.342.5454 www.nanniesetc.com Notes: Provide wonderful, nurturing nannies
Great Aupair greataupair.com Notes: A service that finds au pair's throughout the United States. Be sure to throughly interview and do background checks on any caretaker that you invite into your home
The Grapevine Caroline Bassett 310.601.7442 www.thegrapevinela.com Notes: The Grapevine does thorough, personalized background checks and interviews. Also, Caroline is very hands on in the process of finding you just the right fit
Au Pairs :: Silverlake/Los Feliz
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Au Pairs :: San Fernando Valley
The Grapevine Caroline Bassett 310.601.7442 www.thegrapevinela.com Notes: The Grapevine does thorough, personalized background checks and interviews. Also, Caroline is very hands on in the process of finding you just the right fit
Great Aupair greataupair.com Notes: A service that finds au pair's throughout the United States. Be sure to throughly interview and do background checks on any caretaker that you invite into your home
Sittercity.com Notes: Many beloved babysitters have been found here. It’s a reliable site—be sure to interview lots of people before you settle on one (interview them at a local coffee shop if you don’t want a stranger just showing up at your home before you meet them)
Baby Sitters :: Silverlake/Los Feliz
Sittercity.com Notes: Many beloved babysitters have been found here. It’s a reliable site—be sure to interview lots of people before you settle on one (interview them at a local coffee shop if you don’t want a stranger just showing up at your home before you meet them) Sensible Sitters 323.230.7598 audrey@sensiblesitters.com rachel@sensiblesitters.com Notes: A branch of the NYC based service
Baby Sitters :: San Fernando Valley
Babysitter’s Guild 818.552.2229 Notes: It's a very established service
Sittercity.com Notes: Many beloved babysitters have been found here. It’s a reliable site—be sure to interview lots of people before you settle on one (interview them at a local coffee shop if you don’t want a stranger just showing up at your home before you meet the
Baby Sitters :: Hollywood/West Hollywood Sensible Sitters 323.230.7598 audrey@sensiblesitters.com rachel@sensiblesitters.com Notes: A branch of the NYC based service
Sittercity.com Notes: Many beloved babysitters have been found here. It’s a reliable site—be sure to interview lots of people before you settle on one (interview them at a local coffee shop if you don’t want a stranger just showing up at your home before you meet them)
Babies Advantage 310.850.8880 babiesadvantage.com Notes: She offers home visits or telephone consultations; works as a post-partum doula (showing how to feed your baby, cord care and more) and a lactation consultant. Serves the LA area or Santa Barbara
Birth and Beyond 1750 Ocean Park Blvd, Ste. 206 Santa Monica, CA 90405 birthandbeyond.net Notes: Offers childbirth classes as well as classes on breastfeeding, infant-care and CPR
The Pump Station 2415 Wilshire Blvd. Santa Monica, CA 90403 310.998.1981 pumpstation.com Notes: Breastfeeding support groups, lactation consultations, monthly topic series
Twinsight 1137 Second Street, Ste. 109 Santa Monica, CA 90403 310-458-1373 twinsight.com Notes: for families expecting multiples…and new parents of multiples
Dy-Dee Diaper Service 626.792.6183 dy-dee.com Notes: For those who choose cloth diapers--this service drops them off and picks up your dirty diapers (and washes them for you!)
Support Groups/Resources :: Silverlake/Los Feliz
La La Ling 1810 North Vermont Los Angeles, CA 90027 323.664.4400 lalaling.com
The Pump Station 1248 Vine Street Hollywood, CA 90038 323.469.5300 pumpstation.com Notes: Has amazing breastfeeding support groups (you don’t even have to be a breastfeeder—you can still go there for support); also offers other monthly topics where speakers come to give talks
Dy-Dee Diaper Service 626.792.6183 dy-dee.com Notes: For those who choose cloth diapers--this service drops them off and picks up your dirty diapers (and washes them for you!)
Peachhead groups.yahoo.com Notes: A Yahoo group devoted to all things motherhood. Very supportive community
A Mother’s Haven 15928 Ventura Blvd., Suite 116 Encino, CA 91436 818.380.3111 amothers-haven.com Notes: Classes for expectant moms and new moms, mother and baby yoga, workshops, events
Support Groups/Resources :: Hollywood/West Hollywood
Notes: A nationwide company that offers unique and comprehensive full body workouts done either outside or inside. You will NEVER be bored. The best part? Baby can come with you and the stroller is incorporated into the workout...genius!
Mommy Getaway Kiersten Morgan and Stacy Matulis 323.459.3496
Notes: Imagine a full spa day complete with child care...in your own home! Well, Kiersten and Stacy, a certified yoga instructor and masseuse, have made that dream a reality. Kiersten will teach an hour of yoga while Stacy cares for your child and then Stacy takes over to sooth your tired muscles while Kiersten plays with your tot. Both Stacy and Kiersten have worked as nannies so they are kind and gentle with children. Enjoy!
Notes: Offers post-natal pilates to help your body get back into shape after baby
Yaz 1101 Abbot Kinney Blvd Venice, CA 90291 310.396.6993 go2yas.com Notes: Spin away that excess baby fat--classes are only 45 minutes, but they're effective!
Yogaworks - Santa Monica (South) 2215 Main Street Santa Monica, CA 90405 310.664.6470 yogaworks.com Notes: One of the original yoga centers in Los Angeles. Very comprehensive list of classes.
Yogaworks - Santa Monica (North) 1426 Montana Ave Santa Monica, CA 90403 310.393.5150 yogaworks.com Notes: One of the original yoga centers in Los Angeles. Very comprehensive list of classes. Yogaworks - Westwood 1256 Westwood Blvd Los Angeles, CA 90024 310.234.1200 yogaworks.com Notes: One of the original yoga centers in Los Angeles. Very comprehensive list of classes. Yogaworks - Pacific Palisades 15327 Sunset Blvd Pacific Palisades, CA 90272 310.454.7000 yogaworks.com Notes: One of the original yoga centers in Los Angeles. Very comprehensive list of classes. Winsor West Fitness 12231 Wilshire Blvd Santa Monica, CA 90025 310.442.1030 Notes: Great pilates classes conceptualized by the well known instructor, Mari Winsor.
Brigitta Dau Pilates Instructor Westwood, CA 310.441.5185 Notes: She offers private or group sessions
Exhale - Santa Monica 1422 Second Street Santa Monica, CA 90401 310.899.6222 exhalespa.com Notes: Get ready to want to move in! Exhale is an incredibly serene Zen-like environment with great classes and massage.
Exhale - Venice 245 South Main Street Venice, CA 90291 310.450.7676 exhalespa.com Notes: Get ready to want to move in! Exhale is an incredibly serene Zen-like environment with great classes and massage. Lisa Goldenthal Personal Trainer 310.991.1081 lisag@adelphia.net
Notes: A nationwide company that offers unique and comprehensive full body workouts done either outside or inside. You will NEVER be bored. The best part? Baby can come with you and the stroller is incorporated into the workout...genius!
Pilates Metro 3178 Glendale Blvd. Atwater Village, CA 90039 323.906.0088 pilates-metro.com
Silverlake Yoga 2810 1/2 Glendale Blvd Los Angeles, CA 90039 323.935.0496 silverlakeyoga.com
Mommy Getaway
Kiersten Morgan and Stacy Matulis
323.459.3496
Notes: Imagine a full spa day complete with child care...in your own home! Well, Kiersten and Stacy, a certified yoga instructor and masseuse, have made that dream a reality. Kiersten will teach an hour of yoga while Stacy cares for your child and then Stacy takes over to sooth your tired muscles while Kiersten plays with your tot. Both Stacy and Kiersten have worked as nannies so they are kind and gentle with children. Enjoy
Notes: A nationwide company that offers unique and comprehensive full body workouts done either outside or inside. You will NEVER be bored. The best part? Baby can come with you and the stroller is incorporated into the workout...genius!
Babes In Backpacks 818.667.7126 babesinbackpacks.com Notes: This is a company geared for mothers who want to hike with a baby or toddler. On Tuesdays and Saturdays the hikes are intended for the child to go in an off-road stroller or carrier, depending on the terrain. The hikes on Thursdays are toddler walks geared for tots to walk on their own and experience nature. The locations vary from week to week
Cardio Barre 12530 Riverside Dr. Studio City, CA. 91607 818.761.4525 cardiobarre.com Notes: A unique class that combines barre work and light weights. The environment is upbeat and encouraging and it is a very intense, effective workout
Mommy Getaway Kiersten Morgan and Stacy Matulis 323.459.3496 Notes: Imagine a full spa day complete with child care...in your own home! Well, Kiersten and Stacy, a certified yoga instructor and masseuse, have made that dream a reality. Kiersten will teach an hour of yoga while Stacy cares for your child and then Stacy takes over to sooth your tired muscles while Kiersten plays with your tot. Both Stacy and Kiersten have worked as nannies so they are kind and gentle with children. Enjoy!
Mexico City 2121 Hillhurst Ave LA, CA 90027 323.661.7227 Notes: Great Mexican food; go early to avoid the crowds
Casbah Cafe 3900 W. Sunset Blvd Silverlake, CA 90029 323.664.7000 Notes: Their coffee is to die for (we recommend the cafe mochas); a funky little coffee shop with sandwiches, treats and a section for shopping (check out the mini-tunics for kids)
Pho Cafe 2841 W. Sunset Blvd Los Angeles, CA 90026 213.413.0888 Notes: When you have a hankering for noodles
Yuca's 2056 Hillhurst Ave Los Angeles, CA 90027 323.662.1214 Notes: A taco stand that serves delicious tacos--a great place to stop when out on a stroll or when you just want to grab a quick bite
Alcove 1929 Hillhurst Ave. Los Angeles, CA. 90027 323.644.0100 Notes: Strong coffee, big delicious salads and a big outdoor patio!
Stroller Friendly Establishments :: San Fernando Valley
Watercress 13567 Ventura Blvd. Sherman Oaks, CA 91423 818.385.1448 watercress.com Notes: The decor is clean, modern and open (very conducive to strollers) and the food is delicious! All fresh organic ingredients. Right now, open for breakfast and lunch only but we hope that changes soon.
Aroma Cafe 4360 Tujunga Ave. Studio City, CA. 91604 818.508.6505 aromacafe.com Notes: Combined bookstore/cafe with great food and a huge outdoor patio
Stroller Friendly Establishments :: Hollywood/West Hollywood See nearby neighborhoods
Diana Henderson Photography 626.716.2600 dianahenderson.com Notes: She can shoot at her Pasadena studio, in your home, or at the location of your choice. Uses digital
Classic Kids 1627 Montana Avenue Santa Monica, CA 90403 310.395.1468 Notes: Beautiful photography, printed on beautiful archival paper. Not for the budget-conscious. Uses film
VeroFoto Photography P.O. Box 11766 Marina del Rey, CA 90295 323.691.3883
Lisa Reilly Photography323.304.2841 lisareilly.com Notes: Lisa Reilly Photography specializes in natural light, on location portraiture for maternity, birth, babies and children.
Infant/Family Photographers :: San Fernando Valley
Jennifer Johann 818.590.0885 jenniferjohann.com Notes: Jennifer really captures the personality of your child
Lisa Reilly Photography 323.304.2841 lisareilly.com Notes: Lisa Reilly Photography specializes in natural light, on location portraiture for maternity, birth, babies and children.
Infant/Family Photographers :: Hollywood/West Hollywood
Lisa Reilly Photography 323.304.2841 lisareilly.com Notes: Lisa Reilly Photography specializes in natural light, on location portraiture for maternity, birth, babies and children.
