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Childcare: |
baby daze - the ultimate organizer for new and expectant parents
Birth and Beyond.net
- Santa Monica's Childbirth Education Center
The Family Groove
- The first-of-its kind national, online magazine for parents (even grandparents or godparents or anyone else who has kids in their life). We will keep you on the beat with hip tips, top trends and everything else you need for living high style with kiddies in tow.
Bohemian Baby
- Delivers the freshest, most nutritious, delicious and healthy food for your baby during the critical period where life-long eating habits are being developed
The Mommy Outlet
- The place for moms to share, learn and even make a deal. Sell your used baby things for free and find out about the latest products for kids.
Sink or Swim Academy - The Sink or Swim Academy encourages your child to have fun while learning in the privacy and comfort of your own pool. We proudly serve the LA area - from West Hollywood to the beach. Each of our experienced instructors is WSI (Water Safety Instruction), CPR, First Aid, and Lifeguard certified. Save a Little Life - CPR & First-Aid Training for Parents and caregivers
Parentwood - Parentwood provides an extended network of support, education and training for families throughout all phases of the parenting experience
Great Web Sites for Kids - List of educational websites compiled by the American Library Association
Twins Club - Support for Southern California parents of twins and multiples
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| Resources for Expectant Mothers: |
The Baby Planners - Here to help guide you through the overwhelming maze of baby products and services available to expectant parents. Take the labor out of your delivery
Long Distance Baby Showers - The fun and easy way to have a baby shower online
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| Household: |
Better Homes & Gardens - From Better Homes and Gardens, ideas and improvement projects for your home and garden plus recipes and entertaining ideas
Fine Living - Fine Living offers ideas and inspiration to plan travel, throw a party, explore your favorite city, and buy the perfect gift. Learn about all of this through product suggestions, vacation ideas and videos
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| Culinary Arts: |
ChefTalk - The Internet's best resource for cooking information from professional chefs!
The James Beard Foundation - Recognizes culinary excellence through awards, scholarships, guest chef events, educational programs, and gourmet dinners served in James Beard's house
Patricia Clark Catering - Beautiful Menus for a Healthier World
Safari Chefs - Chef services on the Big Island of Hawaii
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| Relaxation Resources: |
Le Petite Retreat Day Spa - Award-winning luxury day spa in Los Angeles - escape the ordinary in their garden island spa setting
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| Tax & Payroll Information: |
Nanny Tax
- Nanny Payroll Service! Household employment tax compliance services by HomeWork Solutions
Legally Nanny - All the legal and tax advice you need to hire nannies and other household employees legally
Breedlove &Associates - Founded by household employers for household employers in order to help families with payroll and tax compliance for their domestic staff
Stay-at-Home Mom's work worth $138,095 - Interesting article from MSNBC about the value of childcare
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| Shopping: |
Tiffany's - Baby gifts from the world renowned jewelry company
New For Baby - Exclusive access to the hip baby's first wardrobe, designed specifically for newborns in modern colors and sweet mix and match designs. The perfect new baby gift
Modern Crib Bedding at Huckleberry Moon - Your online source for modern baby crib bedding, hip toddler and child clothing, personalized artwork, gifts, nursery decor and more! Online Gift registry and phone orders available too
The Elegant Child - Personalized baby gifts and baby gift baskets from this Beverly Hills boutique
Bub Snug -Stylish baby slings for parents on the move. Easy to use providing safety and comfort anywhere.
Also provides great resource information for new parents - see Resource page
Baby Dish - BabyBeReady Diaper Bag Survival Kits - the trendiest way to tote your baby's 1st year essentials
Go-Baby - Find products, information and advice to make travel with kids easier and more enjoyable. Go-Baby sell gear such as Baby B'Air, stroller travel bags, car seat carriers, booster seat, Kipiis bib clips, Samsonite Baby Travel Beds, diaper bags and car seat accessories
Due Maternity Clothes - Stylish Maternity Clothing for the Fashionable Mom
Stroller Strides - Total Fitness Programs Available for Moms with their Babies
Elsie's Original - All Natural Baby Products
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| Upscale Lifestyle: |
American Yacht Institute
- Professional Training for Yacht Crew, Estate Staff, and Flight Attendants
Day One Photography - Day One Photography is the harmonious integration of documentary photography and the miracle of life. This service allows parents to recall some of the most important days of their lives through a skilled and compassionate eye
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| Current Events: |
BBC
World News
C-SPAN Networks
CNN
The New York Times
The Los Angeles Times
The Washington Post
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| Financial Happenings: |
Forbes
Financial Times
Kiplinger
New York Stock Exchange
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| Essential Information for Assistants: |
Personal Assistants: Not just for J.Lo - CNN article telling of the growing desire for elite personal assistants
Ravenwerks Information Center - A company committed to your personal and organizational success
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| Employer/Employee Satisfaction: |
Dialogue: Am I Exploiting My Nanny? - A wonderful article for those of us who believe we are great employers
How to Keep Staff Happy - Tips from the Butlers Guild
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| Local Los Angeles Resources: |
Metro.net - Transit services and information for Los Angeles County
Music Center Pillow Theatre - Pillow Theatre is a series of four Saturday morning shows designed especially for families with children ages 3 through 6. Imaginative artists in music, theatre, and dance engage children in lively shows that encourage creative thinking.
Los Angeles City Search - Information about Los Angeles restaurants, activities, and much much more!
SigAlert.com - Up to the minute information about Los Angeles traffic conditions
Go City Kids - Los Angeles activities and attractions for children and their parents or caregivers
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| Local New York Resources: |
Metropolitan Transit Authority - Information on New York Subways, Trains, and Buses
New York City Search - Information about New York restaurants, activities, and much much more!
Broadway.com - Information on all New York theatre happenings/font>
The Metropolitan Museum of Art - Explore & Learn - The Met for Kids
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