The Fall 2015 Issue Of New York Family Baby

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Photo by Karilyn Sanders Photography

Editor’s Note: Let’s Talk

Events & Offers: The 2016 New York Baby Show and a New Dads Boot Camp giveaway

Scoop: Modern nursery wallpaper, fab modular furniture, a toy subscription box, a milestone sharing social network, a novel about motherhood, a pregnancy cookbook, cute new toys, adorable muslin layette picks, online prenatal yoga classes, and an e-magazine for moms

#StrollGoals: Our annual guide to the year’s best strollers–plus, a guide to shopping for a double stroller

Resource Guide: A selective guide to NYC’s best prenatal and parenting resources

Toddlers Take Over The Internet: The funniest toddler humor from around the web

App Time: The 10 best age-appropriate apps for toddlers

Ten Things I Learned In Birthing Class: As soon-to-be first-time parents, one expectant mom and her husband signed up for a birthing class—here’s what they learned

Expecting The Best For Fall: The maternity style experts at Well Rounded NY share their seasonal picks for mamas-to-be

Baby’s Best Position: The founder of the Prenatal Yoga Center explains the importance of eliminating intrauterine constraint for
a better birth experience

As Good As New: A guide to NYC’s used baby gear marketplace

Get Cookin’: Chef, food writer, and NYC mom Jenna Helwig brings fresh ideas to the family kitchen with her debut cookbooks

Be Prepared: A practical checklist of 10 items every mom-to-be should pack in her hospital bag

The Family Apartment: Top tips for finding a family home in NYC

Best In Show: Our panel of expert judges share their fave items from the 2015 New York Baby Show

Car (Seat) Talk: Key tips on car seat safety–plus, a glossary of key terms

Green Is The New Pink & Blue: A guide to creating a healthy, eco-friendly, and stylish nursery

The Mom-To-Be’s Workout Plan: With expanded editorial content and new fitness classes, FitBump is helping expectant moms train for the biggest workout of their lives

A Shore Thing New England Babymoon: An expecting couple escapes the bustle of New York for the seafaring culture and history of Newport, Rhode Island

The Last Word: For one expectant mom, making the transition from an OB to a midwife was easy—it was everyone else who had a hard time with it

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Future Stars Summer Camps

<p>The Ultimate Summer Camps Experience!  For over 40 years, Future Stars has helped campers build skills, character, friendships, and lasting memories. We offer flexible weekly scheduling in over 40 Sports, STEAM Education, and Specialty camp programs for boys & girls entering grades K-10.  TRAIN – PLAY – BELIEVE </p>

Quinipet Camp & Retreat Center

<div style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: Calibri, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><strong><span style="font-family: Oxygen; font-size: 18px; background-color: #ffffff; color: #2a2a2a;"><span style="font-family: Calibri, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Established by the United Methodist Church in 1947, Quinipet is built upon the rocks of Faith, Courage, Love, Humility and Honesty; creating a foundation that welcomes campers from all walks of life, faiths, and backgrounds.</span></span></strong><br /><br style="color: #7b8c89; font-family: Oxygen; font-size: 18px; background-color: #ffffff;" /><strong><span style="font-family: Oxygen; font-size: 18px; background-color: #ffffff; color: #3f3f3f;"><span style="font-family: Calibri, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">​</span></span><span style="font-family: Calibri, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; background-color: #ffffff;">Whether you come for one week or all summer long, you will make new friends, learn and grow, laugh a LOT, and enjoy the beautiful natural environment of Shelter Island. </span><span style="font-family: Oxygen; font-size: 18px; background-color: #ffffff; color: #2a2a2a;"><span style="font-family: Calibri, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Quinipet has all the fun of a traditional Christian summer camp - surrounded by water!</span></span></strong></div> <div style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: Calibri, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><strong><span style="font-family: Oxygen; font-size: 18px; background-color: #ffffff; color: #2a2a2a;"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt;"> </span></span></strong></div> <div style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: Calibri, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><strong><span style="font-family: Oxygen; font-size: 18px; background-color: #ffffff; color: #2a2a2a;"><span style="font-family: Calibri, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Week-Long Sessions begin the week of July 4, 2021:</span></span></strong></div> <div style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: Calibri, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"> <ul> <li style="margin-left: 15px;"><strong><span style="font-family: Oxygen; font-size: 18px; background-color: #ffffff; color: #2a2a2a;"><span style="font-family: Calibri, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Day Camp (ages 5-15) Monday-Friday 9 am-4 pm</span></span></strong></li> <li style="margin-left: 15px;"><strong>Community Sailing (ages 9-15) Monday-Friday, 9-12 or 1-4</strong></li> <li style="margin-left: 15px;"><strong>Traditional Overnight Camp (ages 7-17) Sunday Afternoon - Saturday Morning</strong></li> <li style="margin-left: 15px;"><strong>Sailing Overnight Camp (ages 9-17) <span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Sunday Afternoon - Saturday Morning</span></strong></li> </ul> </div> <div style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: Calibri, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><strong>Daily Day Camp transportation options from the north (Greenport) & south (North Haven/Sag Harbor) forks! </strong></div> <div style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: Calibri, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><strong>In-person Open Houses this April and May!</strong></div> <div style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: Calibri, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"> </div> <div style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: Calibri, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><strong>For Dates & Rates and Online Registration visit us at Quinipet.org</strong></div>

Debate Camp

<p><strong>Public Speaking, Debate and Global Awareness - - coveted skills in a camp-like environment!</strong></p> <p>At Debate Camp, we provide a fun and inspiring space for youth to develop some timelessly-important skills; to hear opposing views and to confidently articulate their ideas well in the company of others.</p> <p>Debate Camp specializes in parliamentary debate, impromptu and prepared public speaking.  We ensure that all program areas are highly interactive and suited to a variety of age groups (grades 5 to 10) and multiple ability levels.</p> <p>• day camp and sleepaway camp options</p> <p>• multi-level instruction</p> <p>• suits all ability levels</p> <p>• teaching ratio 1:8</p> <p>• parliamentary debate rounds on new topics daily</p> <p>• feedback and fun!</p> <p>• all resources provided</p> <p>Debate Camp believes in a well-balanced program where an academic focus is mixed with opportunities for traditional camp games and a fun and inspiring approach to learning. 2024 day camp options for NYC families include 3 x 1 week options in Manhattan / UES location (including our NEW 3 day Model UN camp) and NEW 1 week Overnight Debate Camp options in Maine & Rhode Island (with r/t transportation options from NY Penn Station)  All details on: https://www.debatecamp.com/newyork</p> <p> </p>