PDX Kids Calendar and Rachael May Photography at BabyFest 2012

BabyFest 2012 Giveaway

We are very excited to have been invited to join the fun at BabyFest 2012 – Northwest’s Biggest Baby Shower happening at the Oregon Convention Center, September 23-23, 2012 from 10-5pm!!

Find the PDX Kids Calendar booth at the show and …

Stop by the PDX Kids Calendar booth and enter to win one of three incredible prizes including goodies valued at over $2,500 generously donated by local businesses (see who below)! Products include everything from yoga themed birthday parties, workouts, baby toys and accessories, artwork, clothing, safety gear, workouts, gift certificates and more!

Photo booth with Rachael May Photography

Come by and say hi and have your photo with Rachael May Photography – real life, perfect moments! Rachael focuses on family photography which includes Newborns, Maternity and Seniors. Join the fun at our free photo booth at the show and receive one free digital image for printing post-event. Photo booth hours: 11am-2pm on Saturday and 2-5pm on Sunday.

We should probably also mention that Rachael will be giving one lucky family a Year of Sessions package to capture your sweet baby as a Newborn, at 6 months and again at 1 year! Your sweet baby will change so much in their first year that you’ll want to capture these amazing milestones. A Year of Sessions Package includes a Newborn Session, 6 month Session and 1 Year session (Digital images or Print Credit included in Give Certificate) and 25 Custom Birth Announcements. A $1,295 Value!

Enter to win!

Here’s the scoop on all the prizes we are giving away – total value is over $2,500!!

Our booth will be open for giveaway entry during all hours of the show, however you will only find us in the booth for photos and play from 11am-2pm on Saturday September 22nd and 2pm-5pm on Sunday September 23rd.

Giveaway Basket 1

  • One individually customized kids yoga themed birthday party from Yoga Playgrounds
  • Gift Certificate for $25 off any 5 or 6 week Baby Sign Class at Portland Early Learning Project
  • Two buckets of Yummy Dough edible craft dough
  • Skip Hop Pronto Changing Station from Grasshopper
  • zoe b biodegradable beach toys from Mamababy Boutique
  • US Map Archival Print from Rachel Austin
  • Onesie, rattle and gift certificate from Milagros Boutique
  • Family Treasures Planning Session with Candice Aiston. Up to 2 hours, in which we will go over your personal family and financial situation, show you what things would look like for your family if something happened to you, and make recommendations for planning to avoid any unpleasant or dangerous scenarios.
  • Mom+Babe Postpartum Pilates Program DVD and a GC for Mamalates birth recovery workshop
  • Gift Certificate to shop at Child’s Play Toys
  • Gift Certificate to shop at SuperKids Resale at the Gresham Sale on October 3-7 or the  Vancouver sale on October 18-21.
  • Large tile to paint with your child’s hand or foot print from Mimosa Studios
  • Onesie, baby crinkler and finger puppet book from Kids at Heart Toys
  • One month of unlimited Stroller Fitness Classes, valid at all Portland Metro, Beaverton & Hillsboro locations.
  • Jar of Just Strawberry preserves from MeeMee’s Goodies
  • Flip Stay Dry Day Pack (includes 2 Flip One-Size reusable diaper covers and 6 stay-dry inserts) from Cotton Babies

Giveaway Basket 2

  • Gift Certificate for $25 off any 5 or 6 week Baby Sign Class at Portland Early Learning Project
  • Two buckets of Yummy Dough edible craft dough
  • Ambi Toys – 3 little boats and Eeboo Decorative Letters from Grasshopper
  • MedBasics To Do Guide for Babies from Mamababy Boutique
  • US Map Archival Print from Rachel Austin
  • Family Treasures Planning Session with Candice Aiston. Up to 2 hours, in which we will go over your personal family and financial situation, show you what things would look like for your family if something happened to you, and make recommendations for planning to avoid any unpleasant or dangerous scenarios.
  • Onesie, rattle and gift certificate from Milagros Boutique
  • Mom+Babe Postpartum Pilates Program DVD and a GC for Mamalates birth recovery workshop
  • Gift Certificate to shop at Child’s Play Toys
  • Gift Certificates to shop at SuperKids Resale at the Gresham Sale on October 3-7 or the  Vancouver sale on October 18-21.
  • Large tile to paint with your child’s hand or foot print from Mimosa Studios
  • Gift certificate to shop at Haggis McBaggis
  • Onesie, baby crinkler and finger puppet book from Kids at Heart Toys
  • One month of unlimited Stroller Fitness Classes, valid at all Portland Metro, Beaverton & Hillsboro locations.
  • Jar of Just Strawberry preserves from MeeMee’s Goodies
  • Reveal Cake from Le Cookie Monkey
  • 3pk of bumGenius 4.0 One-Size Pocket Diapers from Cotton Babies

Giveaway Basket 3

  • Gift Certificate for $25 off any 5 or 6 week Baby Sign Class at Portland Early Learning Project
  • Two buckets of Yummy Dough edible craft dough
  • Rich Frog Owl from Grasshopper and Boon Swap from Grasshopper
  • MedBasics To Do Guide for Babies from Mamababy Boutique
  • US Map Archival Print from Rachel Austin
  • Onesie, rattle and gift certificate from Milagros Boutique
  • Family Treasures Planning Session with Candice Aiston. Up to 2 hours, in which we will go over your personal family and financial situation, show you what things would look like for your family if something happened to you, and make recommendations for planning to avoid any unpleasant or dangerous scenarios.
  • Mom+Babe Postpartum Pilates Program DVD and a GC for Mamalates birth recovery workshop
  • Gift Certificate to shop at Child’s Play Toys
  • Gift Certificates to shop at SuperKids Resale at the Gresham Sale on October 3-7 or the  Vancouver sale on October 18-21.
  • Large tile to paint with your child’s hand or foot print from Mimosa Studios
  • Baby goods from Little Jumping Beans
  • Onesie, baby crinkler and finger puppet book from Kids at Heart Toys
  • One month of unlimited Stroller Fitness Classes, valued at $85, valid at all Portland Metro, Beaverton & Hillsboro locations.
  • Jar of Just Strawberry preserves from MeeMee’s Goodies
  • $50 Gift Card from Cotton Babies

Fine print:
Must provide full name, valid email address  and zip code on entry form at BabyFest2012 for entry.
Only entries completed and placed in giveaway boxes at BabyFest 2012 eligible to win.
All emails will be added to email lists for PDX Kids Calendar AND businesses who have donated to giveaways.
One entry per person per basket. Multiple entries will be discarded.
All winners must be available to pick up prizes in Portland, OR.

HUGE THANK YOU’s to our generous giveaway sponsors!

Baby Boot Camp

Baby Boot Camp is an innovative stroller-fitness program that helps moms regain or enhance pre-pregnancy fitness levels and meet the physical challenges of parenting by emphasizing strength training in a supportive environment. Bring your baby. Get fit.

 

 

 

Candice Alston Estate Planning
Estate Planning for parents with kids, and kids with parents. Protecting families, inheritances, and legacies

 

 

 

Child’s Play Toys
Child’s Play is a neighborhood store with an amazing selection of unique toys and books! Free Gift Wrapping, Off Street Parking and Knowledgeable Staff!

 

 

 

Cotton Babies is the best local store for high quality eco-friendly products including a great selection of cloth diapers, baby carriers, breastfeeding products, clothing, toys, car seats and more.  Cotton Babies’ full calendar of classes and gatherings helps families connect to the community and get educated on baby basics.  By enabling families to better care for their children, Cotton Babies is changing everything.

Grasshopper
We believe it shouldn’t be hard to find cute and imaginative toys and clothes for children. We strive to make sure our toys are non-toxic, fun and promote imagination and learning.  We focus on easy to wear, well made clothes that parents and kids both enjoy.  Let’s have fun!

 

Haggis McBaggis
A children’s shoe boutique that specializes in fashionable, good-for-your feet shoes. Our goal is to find the best shoes to match your kid’s feet. We spend as much time as needed to measure and fit your child. We have a wide variety of stylish children’s shoes with a balanced selection of reasonably priced and exquisite shoes that fit a range of feet.

 

 

Kids at Heart Toys
Celebrating 25 years of carefully chosen toys and books, Kids at Heart Toys has a wide selection of classic, modern, European, green and fair trade toys for children of all ages. We offer a wide selection of infant and baby toys and books, room decor and parenting accessories.You will find a lifetime treasure for the newest person in your family at our toy store.

 

Le Cookie Monkey
Le Cookie Monkey was born in October of 2009 with a spark in its eye, a sweet tooth in its mouth and a zest for bringing hand-crafted cookies, cakes and desserts to good girls and boys no matter what the age. The good people here at Le Cookie Monkey have a passion for making folks happy with our decadent, yet funky, sweet treats and this love funnels into each and every carefully mixed recipe. You can see it, feel it and best of all, you can taste it!

 

 

Little Jumping Beans
Little Jumping Beans offers a great selection of the best organic, eco-friendly, and safe products for mom, baby, and home. From cloth diapers and non-toxic toys to baby carriers and reusable lunch gear, we have what you need for your green baby and home. Gift registry, customer rewards, and local pickup are also available.

 

 

Mamababy Boutique

Mamababy Boutique is a one-stop-shop for moms and mothers-to-be. You’ll find everything from maternity, nursing and women’s attire to preemie up to children’s size 7yr. We also have a wide range of accessories and gifts, to serve all your mama and baby needs.  Not to mention our knowledgeable staff, variety of natural fibers and products, and nursing and child friendly environment, you’ll feel right at home.

Mamalates
Wendy Foster, Birth Recovery Expert and creator of  the  mamalates birth recovery essentials program.

 

 

 

MeeMee’s Goodies

MeeMee’s Goodies is a small Oregon business.  With just a few simple ingredients, I make a mouth-watering jams that are bursting with fresh-picked flavor.  For example, my Just Strawberry Jam is made from local strawberries, sugar & pectin.  Nothing more is needed!  The fresh fruit & attention to quality is evident in every bite!

 

 

 

Milagros Boutique
Milagros Boutique offers unique, local, and sustainable gifts and must-haves for baby, child and maternity. Plus expert advice on cloth diapers and baby carriers of every kind.

 

 

Mimosa Studios
Mimosa welcomes everyone, no matter what skill level, to experience the fun in pottery painting. Mimosa Studios is fun, friendly, and affordable. People love our cozy atmosphere, design ideas and brilliant colors. We can put your children’s hand or foot prints on almost any piece for a personal gift sure to impress!

Portland Early Learning Project
PELP’s Baby Sign Language in Play classes are play-based classes that excite parents about using American Sign Language (ASL) signs to connect, bond and deepen their relationships with their babies. Our classes are designed and taught by Speech-Language Pathologists, meaning that families will learn more than just signs and classes go way beyond the basics of “more”, “milk”, and “all done”. Through songs, play, and strategy discussions, families learn how to sign effectively during the day, increase the intimacy of their interactions, enhance concept development and verbal language development, and understand how their baby sees & enjoys her world!!

Rachael May Photography
Real life, perfect moments is my Motto! Rachael May focuses on creating a positive experience from the moment you inquire until I deliver your beautiful images. I focus on family photography which includes Newborns, Maternity and Seniors. A recognized member of the National Association if Professional Child Photographers and a published Birth Photographer.

Rachel Austin Art

Rachel Austin is a full time painter and mama living in Portland, Oregon. Her work is inspired by maps and crisp moments of beauty.

 

 

Superkids Resale

Super Kids Resale is a giant kids consignment event that happens twice a year in Gresham and in Vancouver.  You can shop 65,000 items to find the essentials for your new baby, from clothes, toys, furniture and baby gear.    You don’t wanna miss this sale for savings up to 90% off retail!

 

Yoga Playgrounds
Yoga Playgrounds is a mobile yoga studio dedicated exclusively to kids in Portland, OR. Classes are held at schools, libraries, yoga studios, private homes and other locations. We also host birthday parties packed with loads of fun yoga poses, games and activities as well as special events like Storytime Yoga, Kids Yoga Journeys, Kids Partner Yoga, Superhero Yoga, Mother/Daughter Yoga, Family Yoga and much more!

Yummy Dough
Yummy Dough is a smooth, kneadable and shapeable modeling dough, which can be eaten raw or after it is baked. Created with natural ingredients, Yummy Dough turns your kids’ crafty creations into tasty treats!