Starting solids is a fun rite of passage for both parents and babies… but those little packages can feel really wasteful not to mention it gets expensive quick!

Relay Foods, Chop Suey Books, Franklin Goose and Hip to be Round are hosting a free baby food demo at the Hip to be Round store in Carytown.

You’ll learn how to make your own baby food, hear tips, watch the process and taste the final product.
In addition to learning a thing or two you’ll  have a chance to meet other moms, win door prizes and get a discount on nursing apparel.

DIY Baby Food Demo
Thursday, March 26, 2015
6:30pm
Hip to be Round in Carytown
3124 W. Cary Street
Richmond, va 23221
No RSVP necessary.

Hip to be Round is a sponsor of Richmondmom

This report, along with mounting research, makes a case that exposure to images in media and pop culture is creating a mental health crisis, as is evidenced by the steady increase in depression, low self-esteem and eating disorders in our children.

How can parents protect their kids in a hyper-sexualized culture? What’s the impact on children and their families? Are there best practices that parents can learn to open the lines of communication and talk to their kids about sexuality?

PARENTING IN AN OVER-SEXUALIZED WORLD is the next topic being presented at the RVA Parents Forum Series on Tuesday, February 10, 2015 at 6 p.m. at the Children’s Museum of Richmond- Short Pump location.

Dr. Rosalie Corona, an Associate Professor of Psychology at VCU, Brantley Holmes, Women’s Health Nurse Practitioner with Henrico County Department of Health,  and Michelle Johnston, Commonwealth Parenting Educator, will address how to talk to your kids about sex in a non-judgmental, realistic manner.

“The key is open communication with your kids. Research indicates that teens who report having good conversations with their parents about sex are more likely to delay sexual activity,”said Liz Pearce, Director of Parent Engagement at Commonwealth Parenting and the Children’s Museum of Richmond.

Parenting in an Over-Sexualized World 
The Children’s Museum of Richmond-Short Pump,
2200 Old Brick Road, Glen Allen, VA 23060

$30 per class/ per person. Cost includes dinner, class, parenting experts, and interactive Q&A session. Babysitting is available, online registration and reservations required.

Over 1 million children will see their parents divorce this year, and 50% will experience this life-changing event before turning 18.  At any age, the break up of their parents can leave kids feeling sad, angry, and deeply hurt. Often, the rippling effects of the split can impact the entire family.

How can parents provide emotional stability and guidance through this difficult transition? What are the best ways to co-parent through the adjustment to ensure healthy relationships with both parents? How can custody matters be resolved in the best interest of the entire family?

Divorce: The Rippling Effect is being presented at the RVA Parents Forum Series on Tuesday, January 13, 2015 at 6 p.m. at the Children’s Museum of Richmond- Short Pump location.

The panel of speakers includes:

Jill A.F. Gasper, Ph.D., Licensed Clinical Psychologist, specializing in working with children, adolescents, and families of divorce. Dr. Gasper is also trained in the collaborative divorce model, serving as a Child Specialist and Divorce Coach.

Lynne B. Einhaus, Ph.D., Licensed Clinical Psychologist and Collaborative Divorce Coach.

Julie Cillo, Family Law Attorney with Hall & Hall and Fellow with the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers.
This session will cover:

• How parents can provide emotional stabilty to their children
• What steps parents can take to guide children through a difficult transition
• Tips to ensure healthy relationships with both parents
• Co-parenting success stories

$30 per person includes dinner, class, parenting experts and an interactive Q&A session. Babysitting is included, reservations required. All seminars and workshops operate on a sliding fee scale basis. Scholarships and discounts are available. Please inquire.

Register for the seminar here

The RVA Parents Forum Series is held the second Tuesday of each month at 6:00 p.m. at the Children’s Museum of Richmond-Short Pump location, 2200 Old Brick Road, Glen Allen, VA 23060.  The 6-part series kicked off October 14, 2014 and will run through April 14, 2015. Cost is $30 and includes dinner, class, parenting experts, and interactive Q&A session. Babysitting is available, reservations required. Please call 804-545-1272.