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Demonstration Classes ahead

Friday, December 9th, 2011

I know many families are unsure of what class would be best for their little one. To help in making this decision Bellani is offering several demonstration classes at no charge to the community. Pre-registration is required and taken in person or over the phone only. Please feel free to call with any questions, 401-234-1279.

Kindermusik Village (for newborn through 18 month olds) Friday, December 16th at 9:45 am

Rock-a-Baby RI (for newborns through 4 years old) Thursday, December 22nd at 11:45 am

Little Van Gogh Art Class (for children 18 months – 3 years old) Thursday, January 5th at 10:30 am

Preschool Dance Class (for children 2.9 – 5 years old) Wednesday, January 4th at 9:30 am and Saturday, January 7th at 10:30 am

Dance Class (for children 18 months -2.9 years old) Wednesdays, January 4th at 10:30 am and Saturday, January 7th at 9:30 am

Tot Gym (for children 6-12 months) Saturday, January 7th at 11:30 am

 

 

 

25 Reasons to take a Child Development Class at Bellani

Wednesday, November 30th, 2011

1.  The instructors are super cool.
2.  You don’t have to be an artist, a singer or a yoga person – just a caregiver that wants to have fun with their baby!
3.  You need bright colored rooms to block out the gray – dismal winter.
4.  You enjoy watching your child try something new.
5.  You like having other caregivers around you – to listen and to support you.
6.  Having something to look forward to each week lightens the load of daily parenting duties – diapers, laundry, cooking, cleaning, diapers.
7.  You like to laugh.
8.  You like to tell others about all the little things your child is learning to do.
9.  Exposing your child to other children is sweet, hillarious and so important.
10.  Bellani has the feeling of home – filled with people that care and are so happy to see you.
11.  You love how each classes’ hello song makes you feel.
12.  Kelly (and Julie, Jen, Amanda) give advice and insight into any product in their store – a class and personal shopping assistants – yeah that works.
13.  We truly want to know you and your baby.
14.  Sometimes you want to go where everybody knows your name…and they are always glad you came.
15.  Your child is a sponge and wants/needs to experience new rhythms, places to crawl, colors, shapes and more!
16.  Winter is still here.
17.I f you are a member you get 10% off.
18. “Music is a valuable activity that contributes immensely to the development of a child.”
19.  Learning to be fit as a child = a fit adult later in life!
20.  “Participating in art activities helps children to gain the tools necessary for understanding human experience, adapting to and respecting others’ ways of working and thinking, developing creative problem-solving skills, and communicating thoughts and ideas in a variety of ways.”
21.  In Little Explorers they are moving their bodies, socializing and problem solving all in 45 minutes!
22.  Being part of community builds self-confidence.
23.  You and your child are not interrupted – truly a bonding time.
24.  Your only job is getting here – not even on time just in time.
25.  The instructors are super cool.

 

So what class will you be taking, the schedule is up and ready for registration!

New Moms Groups in RI

Wednesday, November 9th, 2011

This new little person in your life has burst onto the scene and revamped your life in a matter of seconds. They’ve also somehow managed to turn everyone around you into “experts” with lots of baby raising advice to give. Did we mention baby’s arrival turns everyone into a regular Roger & Ebert, ready with a thumbs up or down at your every move? They mean well but it’s certainly not always welcome.

New motherhood is like a roller coaster ride – exhilarating highs and sudden dips with lots of speedy blurriness in between. It’s an amazing ride but exhausting and always more fun when you’ve got friends to share it with. Friends who also enjoy and ride roller coasters, catch our drift?

Our New Moms Group is the perfect place to find other roller coaster enthusiasts!

What exactly can you expect from our New Moms Group?

  • You’ll surround yourself with women who can identify with this new phase in your life. They’re operating on just as little sleep as you are.
  • You’ll enjoy some special time with your baby and get to witness them make some of their first friends.
  • You’ll find a second home here at Bellani. Clean, welcoming facilities where you and your baby can relax.
  • You’ll discover a place where you can be the parent you want to be – no judgment.
  • You’ll find answers to your burning questions – diapering, breastfeeding, sleeping, teething, you name it, we got it covered. Your New Moms Group facilitator and our staff are each trained experts in a variety of topics affecting mothers, babies and families.
  • When you walk through our doors, you’re entering a village of families. You gain access to the expert advice of our staff but also the wisdom of parents who’ve been there.

See those adorable babies up top? These are babies who met when their moms decided to join us for a New Moms Group. They met when they were just weeks old and now, a year and a half later, they’re still friends.

Are you a new mom? Bring your newborn to 6 week old baby and join us for our latest New Moms Group starting  November 29th. You’ll find your own little cheering squad for your role as a mom and friends who’ll ride the roller coaster with you!