The Fall 2014 Issue Of New York Family Baby

Events & Offers: The 2015 New York Baby Show and an UPPAbaby travel system giveaway

Scoop: Stylish nursing wear, a monthly subscription box for expectant moms, a registry resource, festive nonalcoholic bubbly, a guide to a non-toxic pregnancy, fab feeding gear, the new ExerSaucer, locally-made prenatal juice, the best bibs, and an eco-friendly shopping resource

The Ultimate Directory: Your one-stop guide to NYC’s best maternity and baby resources

Stroll Call: Our bi-annual guide to the year’s best strollers

Best In Show: Baby gear winners from the 2014 New York Baby Show this past spring

According To Plan: Identifying your birth care preferences can instill confidence about having a baby and help you deal
with the unexpected–plus, tips on writing your own birth plan

5 Tips for Avoiding a C-Section: One local mom and doula offers up the facts on how to safely circumvent the need for a Caesarean birth

Picture Perfect: Local photographer Karilyn Sanders offers seven great tips for photographing babies

Motherhood & Melancholia: Local experts debunk the myths surrounding Post-Partum Depression, and offer advice to suffering moms and their loved ones

The Feeding Project: From practical strategies to asserting your rights, here’s a guide to going back to work while breast feeding—plus, a selective guide to the best breast pumps

True Birth: In a new anthology, Labor Day, a host of prominent female writers share their unvarnished stories of childbirth

Ready Or Not: The founders of the NYC Dads Group and Twiniversity offer their favorite bits of advice for new parents

Shower Power: Perfectly precious baby shower gifts selected by some of the top voices in the baby and maternity world

What To Expect When You’re Expecting Your First, Second, Third…: Four local moms with differently-sized families report from the front lines on life with a new baby

The Last Word: When one local mom-to-be’s pregnancy caused her some unexpected anxiety, it took celebrating with old friends to help put things in perspective

LeapUp Learning

At our Mandarin Chinese Immersion Day Camp we will take your kids on an exciting, imaginative journey to famous Chinese cities. History, geography, architecture, unique customs and traditions, food and more will be introduced to kids in an interactive, fun and immersive language environment. Age appropriate activities such as games, storytelling, art projects, music and theater, sports and cooking as well as special demonstrations or performances.

WCS Education - Wildlife Conservation Society

Explore nature, learn about the planet, and get close to animals&mdash;all in New York City! WCS zoo and aquarium day camps are for every young adventurer, from toddlers to teens. Campers experience hands-on learning, from STEAM classrooms and animal exhibits to nature trails and the beach. Recognized as industry leaders, the Wildlife Conservation Society (WCS) Education Department was the first of its kind to offer zoo camps and continues to provide award-winning programming. Visit wcs.education/camps to explore summer camps at the Bronx Zoo, Central Park Zoo, Queens Zoo, and New York Aquarium!

Purchase College Youth and Precollege Programs

ELEVATE YOUR SUMMER at Purchase College! Ignite your passion for the arts, in programs that include performing arts, visual arts, filmmaking, voice, songwriting and music production, multi-media production and journalism, creative writing, writing for film, photography and graphic design. In these intensive enrichment experiences, students in grades 6 &ndash; 12 engage in 1-, 2- and 4-week, full day programs designed to foster growth and independence while gaining new skills and meeting new friends with similar interests! Serious Fun. Serious Foundation. Location: 735 Anderson Hill Rd, Purchase, NY 10577 Led by accomplished artists and experienced educators, these programs teach new skills and provide social interaction with peers who share your passion. We have kept the same low staff-to-student ratio (10:1) and quality instruction that you have come to expect.  Programs meet 9:30 am &ndash; 3:30 pm, Monday&ndash;Friday.  There are no classes on Friday, July 4.  10% discount for early registration and Purchase College faculty/staff discount  Session I: June 30 &ndash; July 11 Session II: July 14 &ndash; 25 Session III: July 28 &ndash; August 8  Each program concludes with a performance, exhibit, reading, film screening, or other culminating event for families and friends to showcase the skills that they have learned. We hope that you choose Purchase College for your child&rsquo;s summer experience. It is sure to create many treasured memories for your entire family. &nbsp;