Thursday, July 24, 2008

When Staying Fit is a Feat....

Total Mommy Fitness, a local pre-natal and post-natal workout service, has created an innovative and highly successful concept to help expecting mothers get in shape and stay fit, even after baby's arrival. The Total Mommy Fitness team is dedicated to helping moms make fitness feasible by providing exercise and nutritional programs that fit into busy schedules. They focus on supporting expecting mom’s overall health and wellness during pregnancy by offering customized workouts plus nutritional advice. Their programs strengthen women for labor and delivery as well as instill a healthy lifestyle that they carry into their post-natal months. They will also create a customized, fun workout that includes the client’s baby and kids. The Total Mommy Fitness coaches travel to their client’s locations all over Austin. Whether it is their home, work, a trail, or their child's favorite park, TMF gives moms the total package to stay fit. They serve areas ranging from Steiner Ranch and Cedar Park, to Central Austin, Lakeway, and Dripping Springs To see the newly redesigned website and a list of program packages, go to Total Mommy Fitness.

Upcoming Events:

Picket Fences Baby and Barclay Papers Summer Sale

Monday, July 28th-Saturday August 2nd
Picket Fences Baby & Maternity and Barclay Papers are having their summer clearance sale. Starting Monday July 28th through Saturday August 2nd, select merchandise will be 10%-50% off. Picket Fences is an upscale baby boutique offering everything from custom bedding and nursery accessories to adorable baby gifts and clothing. They also carry designer maternity wear for the mamas-to-be. Barclay Papers, a custom stationary boutique, is located inside Picket Fences. For details on the sale call (512) 458-2565, Picket Fences is located at 1003 W 34th St.

Viacord Lunch and Learn

Monday, July 28th 12:00
Are you expecting and considering storing your baby's cord blood? Viacord, a company who offers cord blood banking, is hosting a free, informative luncheon for parents-to-be, this Monday at McCormick and Schmick’s in the Domain. This informal event will give expecting families an opportunity to learn more about cord blood banking as well as ask a representative questions. Christine Emanuel, a local mom who chose to store her baby's cord blood, will also be there to share her personal experience. Please RSVP to lvaustin@sbcglobal.net or call Christine at (512)750-3800. Seating is limited.

Jack and the Beanstalk Performance

July 18th-August 10th
The timeless tale of little Jack, who trades his cow for “magic beans,” is retold for audiences of all ages. Collaboration with Austin’s Trouble Puppet Theatre Company turns this fairytale into a fantastical puppet adventure. The performance is at the Mary Moody Northen Theatre on the St. Edward's University campus, 3001 S. Congress. For more information and schedule, call 448-8484 or go to, www.summerstockaustin.org

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