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Wannabe Natalie Coughlin?

by Whitney Moss

Tue
12
2008

Ok, so the East Bay might not see another hometown girl become an Olympic swimmer for a long time, but why crush their dreams early? Canyon Swim School seems to be the unanimous choice for lessons that will actually teach your child to swim. Located in El Sobrante, this swim school emphasizes "effective" lessons. Whether your goal is water safety or competitive swimming, this is the place to ... Read more >

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Berkeley & Oakland

Whitney Moss

Whitney worked at LeapFrog Toys for several years before becoming a mom and really putting their products to the test. Together with best friend, Heather, she writes rookiemoms.com to encourage new moms to get out of the house and have more fun. The Rookie Mom's Handbook, their first book, is the best ever baby shower gift if we do say so ourselves. Whitney lives in Berkeley with a 3 year old,...Read more >

Heather Gibbs Flett

Heather was a bossy big sister and professional project manager before having her controlling ways thoroughly challenged by motherhood. When she had a newborn and her best friend, Whitney, had a six month old, they challenged each other to find activities that were at least as fun for mama as for baby and rookiemoms.com was born. The Rookie Mom's Handbook, their first book, is the diaper-bag...Read more >

Wise Words About the Comforts of a Great Book

by BeingSavvy

November
21
2008

The lives of grown-ups and children alike are filled with ups and downs. In general, the little ones cycle through their joys and miseries more rapidly and far more expressively (read loudly). But we all need a bit of comfort now and then, don't we? ...Read more >

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  7. Helping Game
  8. Spinning a Spiderweb
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