Feb 13, 2012

Prenatal Yoga in Roppongi

PRENATAL YOGA
Prenatal yoga is an excellent way to prepare for the birth of your baby.
Many expectant mothers discover the inner joy and balance that is benefited from the practice and certainly continue after giving birth.


PRENATAL YOGA OBJECTIVES: 
Discover the potential to influence your body and mind in a positive way.
Experience and practice the emphasis on self-awareness, relaxation and equanimity which is the perfect preparation for your childbirth.
Adjust to your inner and outer changes with extraordinary flexibility and release physical tension in your muscles and joints.
Increase your energy and vitality and learn how to relax deeply and quieten your mind.

Classes are held by Rajay Mahtani who has been offering prenatal yoga classes in Tokyo for TPG since it’s inception by Elena de Carplus.
Furthermore, the location of the classes in the tranquil space of the Japanese Yoga Room at the Azabu Civic Community Center offers a unique opportuity to savour the experience of being pregnant in Tokyo and making new friends with other class members!

Please do not hesitate to contact Rajay for enquiries at :

rajay@gol.com




Jan 19, 2012

February 26, 2012 -PREPARATION FOR CHILDBIRTH COUPLES YOGA WORKSHOP w/ Ronna Fujisawa




Date:  Sunday, February 26th, 2012
Time:  2:30pm - 5:00pm
Cost:  3,500 yen per person
Location:  Yoga Tree, 5-5-1 Hiroo, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo, 150-0012, Japan
www.yogatree.jp

This workshop provides the opportunity for couples together to enhance awareness and confidence in pregnancy, labor and birth.

Through discussion, gentle postures, breath work, vocal toning, meditation and massage, couples will cultivate a greater relaxation, understanding and enjoyment for childbearing.  Calm and flexibility ease the birthing process, reducing pain and increasing the joy of giving birth.

Couples will practice postures together that are both beneficial and enjoyable for the rest of pregnancy and during labor.  Partners feel more connected to the unborn baby.

The presence and encouragement of a women's partner is a powerful aid to labor and delivery.  Partners will be supported to understand how to support the birthing mom with confidence and sensitivity.

Deepen your relationship with yourselves and your unborn child.  Beneficial at any time during your pregnancy.  No previous yoga experience necessary.

SPACE IS LIMITED

For inquiries and reservations, email events@yogatree.jp .  Please include your full name.

Nov 9, 2011

Distance Doula

YOUR BABY    YOUR BODY    YOUR BIRTH


No matter where in the world you plan to birth, customized and portable support through all of the decision-making that your pregnancy and upcoming birth will require you to make.

Selena Gudino has provided birth doula and childbirth preparation services in Central Tokyo, but now offers a Distance Doula service as she currently works out of the US.

The Distance Doula package includes:

  • Three 50 minute sessions
  • One session each week for three weeks
  • You receive private, knowledgeable, and consistent help working through a particular concern or decision-making process.
  • Sessions are conducted by Skype or phone

website:   www.yourbirthexperience.com
e-mail:     selena@yourbirthexperience.com
phone:     +1.804.855.4388

Oct 31, 2011

Shopping for Baby in Daikanyama

If you're in the mood for lunch and boutique baby shopping, Daikanyama is the place to go.   Several baby shops and cafes are all situated close together in this hip, quiet area of Tokyo.  I've enjoyed spending time shopping for my baby-to-be here and wanted to pass along the information to you.

Air Buggy is located on the 3rd floor in the 17 dixsept building.

The product offering includes but is not limited to:

* a variety of strollers & car seats - Air Buggy, Quinny, Stokke, Maxi Cosi
* Baby Bjorn, Skip Hop & Inglesina products
* Bambino Mio cloth diapering system
* organic skin products for mom & baby
* some clothing and accessories

Click on the below link for more information:
Air Buggy







American Apparel is located on Kyu-Yamate Dori, farther up toward Tamagawa Dori.

The products are all made in Los Angeles, California in the US and the brand is known for their selection of hip basics.

The have clothing, bibs, hats, etc for baby and toddlers.

Click on the below link for more information:
American Apparel






Aprica is located on Kyu-Yamate Dori, very close to the train station.

The product offering includes but is not limited to:

* Aprica & Graco brands
* strollers, Japanese-style electronic bassinets, diaper bags and shoes.

Click on the below link for more information:
Aprica









Komodo Beams is located just down the side street from Aprica, behind the Yoshida & Co / Porter bag store.

Products include but are not limited to:

* organic skin care & cleaning products
* earth-friendly toys
* apparel & shoes for baby & toddlers

Click on the link below for more information: BEAMS





Blossom 39 is located next to the 17 dixsept building, across from the Collex shop.

Products include but are not limited to:

* strollers - Phil & Teds, other brands
* Aden & Anais swaddle blankets & products
* baby carriers
* apparel & hair accessories



Bonpoint is located farther up Kyu-Yamate Dori by American Apparel.

This high-end French brand carries a variety of layette, apparel and shoes for baby and toddler as well as accessories.

Click on the link below for more information: Bonpoint











Carmel Baby & Child is located on Kyu-Yamate Dori.

This high-end brand from the UK has apparel and accessories for baby and toddler.  There is also a small selection of toys.

Click on the link below for more information:











Combi mini is located around the corner of the former Love Girls Market shop and is close to the 17 dixsept building.

The product offering includes but is not limited to:

* Japanese-style electronic bassinet, cribs, bedding, strollers, high chairs, layette, toys and apparel.

Click on the link below for more information:




The La Fuente Building located across from the 17 dixsept building.  It is home to a variety of small baby shops including:

* Baby & Kids
* Beanstalk
* Dad-way
* DP Shop
* La Vie
* Markey's
* Paso a Paso
* Pampolina Kid's Store
* Tokyo Mom Diary

* Cath Kidston boutique on the ground floor







Petit Bateau is located on Kyu Yamate Dori, close to the train station.

The product offering is primarily knitwear for baby and toddler.

Click on the link below for more information:




To get a better idea of where the shops are located, I created a map for reference.
Please note this map is NOT to scale!









































When you're ready for a break from shopping, DO NOT miss out on the tea light hot chocolate at the Queen's Collection Chocolate Cafe.











There are several cafes and restaurants in Daikanyama, but I love to go to Eataly for fabulous authentic Italian food, gelato and coffee.  w.eataly.co.jp/eng/welcom.html   

Happy shopping, ladies!

October 30, 2011 - Weekend Lunch Event @ T.Y. Harbor

 






TPG members and their partners met for lunch at T.Y. Harbor in Shinagawa.  Everyone had a great time getting to know each other.  The turn-out was great with twenty-four members and partners attending.  We will definitely plan another weekend event in November!

Oct 22, 2011

Japan Healthcare Info


JHI is a free service that provides information about medical procedures in Japan individualized help recommending services such as English-speaking hospitals and clinics. 

For a small fee, they will also personally set up appointments and help fill out documents in Japanese.

The JHI healthcare professional staff has had long experience with health care in Japan before they founded JHI, and they understand how complicated getting proper care can be even for a native speaker, much less for foreigners. To resolve this, JHI obtained a grant from the Japanese government to set up this nonprofit organization and website.

Oct 19, 2011

Pottery Barn Kids Now Ships Internationally to Japan

Pottery Barn Kids will now ship a limited selection of items internationally to Japan.
http://www.potterybarnkids.com/

To ship items that are not available for international shipping on the Pottery Barn Kids website, use a forwarding service such as Expat Express.  https://www.expatexpress.com/Expat/

The Gap & Old Navy Maternity - International Shipping to Japan

The Gap and Old Navy will now ship internationally to Japan!  They offer extensive collections of maternity and nursing clothing.

http://www.gap.com/products/maternity-clothing.jsp
http://www.oldnavy.com/products/maternity-clothes.jsp

Tip:  BUY THE SIZE YOU WORE PRE-PREGANCY!

    Pregnancy Massage: In-Home Service by Chiaki Spa

    www.ysmiletherapy.net/

    Oct 17, 2011

    Prenatal Pilates Presentation & Trial Class at Belly Motions Japan


    Belly Motions Japan is offering a special prenatal pilates demonstration and trial class to all TPG members!

    When:  Saturday, October 22, 2011 from 10:00am - 11:30am  -and-
                 Tuesday, November 1, 2011 from 9:00am - 10:30am

    Where:  Belly Motions Japan in Hiroo
                   www.bellymotionsjapan.com

    What:   This class will be 90 minutes long.  The first 45 minutes will be an informative presentation for moms-to-be to learn about prenatal exercise and pilates.  The last 45 minutes will be a trial class.

    RSVP:    To secure your spot, please e-mail  hello@bellymotionsjapan.com.  Members may only participate in one of the special trial classes.