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Breast Pumps, bras, accessories and more

 

For Nursing, Maternity bras, accessories and pumps:  Birth And Baby in Lind Washington

Shop online and mention "LLL of Sandpoint" in the comment section when you checkout!  They will donate a portion of their proceeds to LLL of Sandpoint!  I LOVE the Jenique Bras -- the ONLY bra I will wear ever!!!  Go to:  www.BirthAndBaby.com



For breast pumps, custom fitted bras, and supplies - as well as for those hard-to-find items, you've got to stop by Mother's Haven, in Coeur d' Alene, and see Margaret! It's like going home when you walk into here store! She can help you get the pump that's just right for you, and she only carries the best! - My favorite is Medella! Ask about her infant massage and Baby Sign classes too. Tell her LLL of Sandpoint sent you! 208-676-1300; 1034 N. 3rd, in Coeur d' Alene. 


 

Craniosacral Therapy, Massage, Wellness and more

 

Ilani Kopiecki, BA, CMT, & IET has her office, Stepping Stones Wellness Center,  in downtown Sandpoint, and is a skilled practitioner who works with all ages to enhance your wellness. Check out "craniosacral therapy" on the sandpoint wellness council website: www.sandpointwellnesscouncil.com,  or give her a call: 610-2005.  I don't know HOW this woman does what she does - but she is INCREDIBLE!  I felt taller, lighter - and a relief that I can't start to explain after my visit with her!  I had no idea how much I needed to see her - until I did! -Thanks Illani!  Check out our upcoming events for her next mother-baby clinic in November!  She plans on offering theses clinics every quarter or more! 

Here's what one mother had to say about CST:

 

Kimberlee,
When my daughter was 8 mos old, a good friend told me about Craniosacral therapy. My daughter spit up chronically, not small amounts but alot everytime. I called the lady my friend referred me to (this was in Utah) and described my daughter's spitting up issue to her. She said that it was likely due to her axis in her neck being rotated at birth and since the axis was connected to the digestive tract, it would cause the chronic spitting up. I said that yes, in fact, her head and neck had been pulled on during the birth to help get her out (she weighed 10 lbs) and had caused her distress and to cry alot after the birth. After my daugher received the Cranosacral therapy, she never spit up again. It was a night and day difference. I have since then taken my other children to have CST work done and have been many times myself, especially after childbirth as it will, in essence, put your body back in place. CST removes birth trauma, and we all have birth trauma as it is not an easy process for either baby or mother. This is such a great deal with Illani. Anyone with children, babies or not, should take advantage of this clinic. I already have three time slots reserved!
  

 

In Coeur d' Alene: Coeur d' Alene Hand Therapy and Healing Center - another great resource for Craniosacral therapy, which can be very helpful for very fussy babies, by the way.  They have a whole host of Physical Therapy Services as well.  Call:  208-664-2901; or on the web: www.cdahandtherapy.com.

 

 


Toys and Gifts

 

Zandoozles:  in Ponderay (208-265-7242) is a fun store that you and your children will enjoy browsing through!  Robin has a nice variety of toys, puppets, crafts and more!  OOOohh, the Plasma bikes are really cool!   If you're gearing up for a birthday party, you'll love all the fun party favors she has!  -And your kids will love picking their own prize from their bins....something for every budget at Zandoozles Toys & Gifts.

 

 

Becca Moon is the owner of Little Fingers and Toes, and she has a great offer for new mothers! - Be sure to check your LLL of Sandpoint Gift bag for your coupon!  Preserve the memories you are making now with one of her custom clay impressions.  James is now almost 15years old ... his baby hand print means a lot to me!  Check out her website:  www.littlefingersandtoes.net; or call Zandoozles for her schedule here in Sandpoint:  208-265-7242

 

 Cindy, with Discovery Toys, is happy to help you throw a FUN party - birthday, Christmas, Summertime - anytime...or just call her for your catalogue or to purchase something special for your baby:  cindymadison5@yahoo.com; or give her a call: 208-610-6966.  We just had a party - and I highly recommend it!

 

 


Marilyn McDonald: Ind. Marketing Executive, Melaleuca ~ Wellness Products and Career Information:  208-263-7174

 


 

Sandpoint Furniture - across from the Bonner Mall off Hwy 95 in Ponderay - beautiful furniture and bedding for you and your growing family.

 


Beauty and Skin Care

 

Kimberlee: Ind. Mary Kay Beauty Consultant: 208-265-9347;   www.MotherMeBeautiful.com


 

Cloth Diapers, Training Pants and more


You'll always get a bargain when you stop by Little Raskall's Resale, in St. Maries. Sue has a super fun thrift store where you'll find incredible bargains on gently used clothing- from newborn to adult...even Maternity and medical uniforms, cribs, basinets, swings, toys, book -- you name it! If you're looking for an easy way to transition into or start out with cloth diapers, ask Sue about Cushies! I'm still using my cloth diapers that are 13 years old! - Talk about an investment that has more than paid for itself .... 3 times, in fact. Call Sue at: 208-582-1274. Or stop by at 612 Main Street, in St. Maries.  Thanks for all you do to support mothers in our area, Sue!


Melissa is the new owner of a fun consignment/thrift shop dedicated to babies and kids In Sandpoint... Butterflies & Bullfrogs: 1607 Highway 2; (208) 265-4422. She has a great selection of  gently used and like-new clothes, toys, shoes, books, and slings too!  Stop by and say hi ~ and tell her LLL of Sandpoint sent you!

For babies' first shoes (and more) my kids have all started off with Berti's handmade, deerskin- with durable, flannel lined baby shoes! I love these because they OOOoooze comfort, stay on, and there is no uncomfortable elastic rubbing their delicate skin. Berti's Gloves does more than baby shoes - so check her out! www.berti4gloves.com on the web, or 208-689-3111 by phone, and Tell her LLL of Sandpoint sent you. These puppies are hand made, reasonably priced and always a favorite! We are asked about them ALL the time!



For Photography:

In Sandpoint: Call Jackie of Jax Creations 208-265-3516 or check out her website (lots of cool pics): www.jax-creations.com -- She did all the great pictures of our family on this site!  She will help you capture the beauty of your pregnancy and all that's joyous about your growing family.  Thanks Jackie!


In St. Maries: Call Julie Speelman of Speelman Photography: 208-682-4262 or e-mail: speelman@integrity.com



Breast Pumps, bras, accessories and more

 

For Nursing, Maternity bras, accessories and pumps:  Birth And Baby in Lind Washington

Shop online and mention "LLL of Sandpoint" in the comment section when you checkout!  They will donate a portion of their proceeds to LLL of Sandpoint!  I LOVE the Jenique Bras -- the ONLY bra I will wear ever!!!  Go to:  www.BirthAndBaby.com



For breast pumps and supplies - as well as for those hard-to-find items, you've got to stop by Mother's Haven, in Coeur d' Alene, and see Margaret! She can help you get the pump that's just right for you, and she only carries the best! - My favorite is Medella! Ask about her infant massage and Baby Sign classes too. Tell her LLL of Sandpoint sent you! 208-676-1300; 1034 N. 3rd, in Coeur d' Alene. 


 

Bradley Method Childbirth Education Classes  - click on the "events" tab to see her upcoming class dates!

 

Michelle Patzer, instructor:  208-819-4947

 


 


 

Books on Breastfeeding

As an avid reader, the Womanly Art of Breastfeeding, published by La Leche League, was my first exposure to LLL. This is a fantastic book to read while your pregnant as well as a great book to have on hand while you're nursing! - The index is very helpful and it's easy to find answers to problems, questions and concerns. The pictures are great while you're learning different nursing holds. The conversational style is like having a La Leche Leage Leader at your fingertips! At $16.95, the sales of these books through Kimberlee go to support mothers in our area through LLL of  Sandpoint. Also call for information about monthly meetings and events!  Kimberlee: 208-265-9347 or 877-807-1927