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CPMC BabySteps™ is California Pacific's unique and innovative program designed to go beyond medicine.

We are dedicated to aiding parents in a time when they seek advice, support, community resources, and answers to health related concerns through group-building & knowledge-sharing.

We invite San Francisco families to build and maintain their social network both online at cpmcbabysteps.org and offline at community events designed to bring parents together.

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Postpartum Depression Also Happens To New Dads

Jun 23, 2010 Tori Kropp RN
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a link to youtubeDepression frequently affects pregnant women and new moms. But a recent analysis of several studies involving over 2500 men, have shown that 10% of newborn fathers also experience postpartum depression.

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Is Depression During Pregnancy Linked To Later Teenage Aggression?

Feb 12, 2010 Tori Kropp RN
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A new, British study [ http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/35257279/ns/health-pregnancy/ ] was recently released that showed a possible link between a woman's depression during pregnancy and later teenage aggression in her children. Although it is vitally important to continually research the subject of pre and postnatal depression [ http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7JOm9NMFOXI ], I am critical of this particular study.

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nanny is looking for a part time job

Sep 19, 2009 wilma
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0 replies Hi, my name is Wilma. I am a part time student at CCSF. I am looking for a part time job from 12:00 PM to 6PM. I am interested to work between 25 and 30 hours per week. I have a lot experience from newborn to teenage. I have a background as a kindergarten teacher. I have excellent references. I worked for a family for almost 8 years and I cared for 3 children since they were babies. I do speak Portuguese, French and English.
My schedule is flexible. I have CPR and First Aid Certified.
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Fox 17 Interview: Healthy Eating During Pregnancy

Jul 30, 2009 Tori Kropp RN
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Last week I was interviewed http://www.fox17online.com/videobeta/watch/?watch=3851c11f-c05e-421c-97de-bb57781d5e97&src=fronton the Fox 17 Morning News in Grand Rapids, Michigan. I’d like to take my neext coup of blog posts to address the things we talked about. The newscaster and I initially discussed how diet and exercise should be approached during pregnancy. There are also lots of blogs http://www.blogcatalog.com/topic/healthy+pregnancy+diet/ that you can participate in related to healthy eating during pregnancy.

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Orgasmic Birth

Jun 22, 2009 Tori Kropp RN
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I recently viewed a film called “Orgasmic Birth”. In it several women discuss the “bliss and ecstasy” that they felt during their “natural" childbirth experiences. Other “experts” discuss, rather clinically, how this occurs. In having attended over 3000 births, in hospitals, birth centers, homes, bathtubs, hammocks, on the floor, in beds, pick up trucks and more, I have never had a woman tell me she experienced an orgasm during her birth. Intense sensations and emotions? Yes. Loud, verbal expressions, often similar to what a woman might express during an orgasm? Yes. Incredible wonder, amazement and bliss? Yes. An actual sexual, toe curling, “oh my god” orgasm? No.

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Nanny

Jun 12, 2009 Amric
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Hello,my name is Amra and currently i'm looking for full time position.I have over 5yrs of experience and great references,CPR...i live in Walnut Creek,Ca.I'm 27yrs old mature,honest and person with i lot of energy,love being outside,sports,art and craft,reading,meeting new people and learning about new cultures/customs/languages...I love my job,being around kids having their love and trust is my biggest prize.If you are interested please feel free to contact me for any further informations.
amric_23@hotmail.com

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Scheduled Birth-What Does It Mean?

May 20, 2009 Tori Kropp RN
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Scheduled birth, labor induction, the ever-increasing cesarean section rate, elective primary c/section...It’s enough to make your head spin. What does it mean? How do you make sense of it all? I’ve made a 1-minute video which can be found at http://thejoyofpregnancy.com/content/blog/ outlining the current trends around all of this.

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Nanny share available in Noe Valley

Aug 19, 2010 uktotak
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We are currently in a share care arrangement with another family, who decided to move out of town in early September.

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Nanny Share in Potrero Hill

Jul 26, 2010 staceyjmassey
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We are expecting our first baby in November and are looking for a family to Nanny share with in Potrero (or close)

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Nanny Share in Potrero Hill

Jul 26, 2010 staceyjmassey
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We are expecting our first baby in November and are looking for a family - preferably in Potrero (or close) to Nanny share with.

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Natural Nannies LLC

Jul 26, 2010 naturalnannies
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Natural Nannies LLC is a group of nannies that share a common commitment to the well being of children and are naturally good at the care we provide. We are available for occasional childcare- date nights and/or regular nanny work- both short and long term. We are based out of San Francisco and work within the city and Marin and Napa area. We care for children Infants to 12 years old. Our company charges no registration fee for families.  All nannies are TB screened, Infant/child CPR certified and First Aid trained and all nannies are Independent Contractors. Every member has been thoroughly interviewed and reference checked before ever working for our families. We hold meetings every two month to exchange ideas on childcare and business growth. Our rates are $18.00/hr for one child, $22.00/hr for two siblings, and $25.00 for three siblings.  Group care or Sharecare, which is when one nanny will care for 2 or more non-sibling children, is $12.00 per child. There is a three-hour per shift ($54 for one child, $66 for siblings, and $75 for 3 siblings. Prices for Group Care may vary.) If you are looking for amazing, caring, and reliable nannies, as well as ongoing childcare feel free to contact us. You can email us at naturalnannies@gmail.com or call (415) 839-5310. If you and your family are interested in becoming a part of our Natural Nanny Family, we will email your family an informational packet to fill out.  After you fill out the info packet, you can begin interviewing nannies that match the needs of you and your family.

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Ask the Safety Guy: I have a newborn; where and when should I begin my babyproofing?

Jul 23, 2010 Dana
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It is not too early to start making your home safer for both you and your baby.  You are right to recognize that you have several months before your baby becomes mobile enough to get into a lot of trouble, but here are several issues you may want to address right away.

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Amazing PT Nanny Available

Jul 21, 2010 Runi
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Our AMAZING PT nanny is available 2 days a week starting
this month. Dina has been a nanny for many years and is a
mom herself. She has lots of experience with newborns,
toddlers and older kids. She has excellent references from 3
families.

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Small Jewish Preschool Welcoming to All Ages 2-5 Has Openings

Jun 25, 2010 jewishpreschool
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Location
Congregation Adath Israel has recently opened a brand new, small intimate Jewish Preschool - the only one in the Sunset District. Our total enrollment is 15 students. We are conveniently located on Noriega at 26th Avenue.

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