Holistic Health, Healing Oils, and Holiday Fun

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Babes in the Backyard Meet the Expert! Thank you to Lynn Case, our Integrative Nutrition & Health Coach! What a delicious chat! Lynn is of... See more

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Lynn Case, Integrative Nutritionist & Health Coach

We were so fortunate to have Lynn Case, our Integrative Nutrition & Health Coach, join us last week for an informative and delicious backyard chat. Lynn is offering our readers special discounts to help with your fitness journey, whether you are in need of personal training, integrative health coaching or both, Lynn will work with you on the best strategy to feel like you again!

Personal Training - $150/session
1:1 Integrative Health Coaching - $150/session
*Package options available

4 Week Dual Personal Training and Health Coaching package - $300/week*
8 Week Dual Personal Training and Health Coaching package - $275/week*
12 Week Dual Personal Training and Health Coaching package - $250/week*
*Includes one personal training session and one health coaching session per week.

Email [email protected] and mention code: BABES to get 20% off any of her services and to reset your health journey today!

Insight of the Week

It’s Cold/Flu Season
Be Cautious If Using Essential Oils!

I will start by saying, it is never my goal here in the newsletter to give advice, only to provide insights for topics that either myself and/or other Mamas in the group are experiencing. With that said, I want to share a few of my thoughts on essential oils. First and foremost, check with your pediatrician before adding something new to the mix! While essential oils can be so beneficial in healing, calming and protecting, I recently learned a few key points from our pediatrician during Blake’s last cold after I admittedly applied diluted essential oils directly to her nose before bed - which turns out can be dangerous.
She is absolutely fine, but UGH - don’t be like me!

Here are my main takeaways and you may decide some or all of these aren’t accurate for you:

Infant skin acts like a sponge to anything it touches. Meaning their body will absorb anything that is applied to it.

Babies under 3 months shouldn’t be exposed to any essential oils at all. This includes pregnancy so check with your doctor before your masseuse uses lavender!

Unless you have checked with your child’s doctor, err on the safe side and avoid topical application of essential oils to your baby even if diluted in a carrier oil like coconut oil. Stick to the diffuser!

Essential oils should NOT be ingested. It is best to keep essential oils away from baby’s nose and mouth, which also means avoid using them in their baths.

There is a short list of essential oils that are considered safe to use in a diffuser between 3 months and 3 years of age (think 2-3 drops of chamomile, lavender, or fir)

Eucalyptus Radiata is the only form of Eucalyptus that is considered safe to use around babies because it is not as potent. However, to avoid confusion and risk, and at the recommendation of our doctor, we are going to avoid Eucalyptus until our daughter is a bit older. The risk is skin irritation/rashes and burning as well as respiratory issues.

In short and as always, check with your doctor to determine what is safe for you and your baby!

Upcoming Event Recommendations

Sign Up Now to Meet Santa Claus!
Embrace the magic of the season with a visit to Santa! Meet Santa, share your wishlist, and capture the experience with keepsake photos to treasure.
In collaboration with Children’s Hospital Los Angeles and Disney+.

The Grove | Santa’s Workshop
November 26 – December 24
Book Now
*We will be visiting Santa’s Workshop at The Grove on December 8th at 3:30PM in case you want to join us!

The Americana at Brand | Santa’s House
November 15 – December 24
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The Promenade at Westlake | Santa’s Cottage
November 23 – December 24
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Walk-ins are also welcome, though wait times may vary.

ONE TIMESLOT LEFT!
Fall Mini-Photoshoot Session with Betsy Newman
Saturday, November 23rd, 2:00 PM | Location change to Temescal Park, Pacific Palisades
$550 per 20-minute session (with a 10 minute buffer)
30 photos delivered digitally

In need of a family photoshoot for your holiday card or a Mommy & Me shoot with your little one to capture this moment in time? Betsy Newman is one of our very own Babes in the Backyard Mamas and she is offering this special mini-shoot opportunity for our group only! Click here to see some of her incredible work.

Get an extra $50 off with code BABES at checkout!

Mommy & Me Fall Friendsgiving Craft
Thanksgiving Baby Placemats
Hosted by: Erin Stefano, Newport Beach Artist
Sunday, November 24th, 3-4:30 PM | Pacific Palisades, address provided upon sign up
$40 per Mama/Baby pair

Join us in the backyard for another incredible holiday craft hosted by the amazing Erin Stefano, Newport Beach Artist and Babes in the Backyard Auntie! Craft supplies and refreshments are included. Please make sure you include your baby’s clothing size when you submit payment.

Montana Avenue Holiday Walk & Marketplace
Saturday, December 7th, 3-8 PM | Montana Avenue in Santa Monica - Closed to Cars!
Free!

Join us this holiday season, Montana Avenue will be closed to cards and transformed into a winter wonderland! Enjoy free photos with Santa, roaming carolers, live music, and appearances by the Grinch, Cindy Lou and Princess Elsa! We can’t wait to see you there!

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Babes in the Backyard Savings

Lynn Case, Integrative Nutrition and Health Coach
[email protected]
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