Exhibits
Don’t miss your chance to explore the best Richmond has to offer in family friendly products and services at the Va Family Expo (previously the Va Baby & Child Expo)! Current exhibitors* include:
*Exhibitor list may not represent complete list of exhibitors; additions and updates are posted every Friday.
Sponsors
A Bun in the Oven
Richmond’s only independently-owned maternity store, A Bun in the Oven thrives on helping pregnant moms to be find a comfortable and flattering wardrobe for those most important nine (or is it ten?) months. Find one-of-a-kind outfits that will make even your non-pregnant friends jealous. Open seven days a week in Carytown! Visit us at 3461 West Cary Street or online at www.intheovenmaternity.com.
All About Kids Magazine
All About Kids Magazine is Richmond's newest and most comprehensive resource for parents. Pick up your FREE copy at any Wal-Mart, Sam's Club, Kroger, Blockbuster or select Hollywood Video, Food Lion and Ukrop's stores. www.allaboutkidsmagazine.com
Babies "R" Us
At Babies "R" Us, your little one's beginnings fill our every thought, too. We're dedicated to providing exceptional guest satisfaction by offering products of the highest quality and value, knowledgeable associates who can assist with every type of purchase, and an unparalleled shopping experience in a comfortable and inviting environment. www.babiesrus.com
Mix 103.7
Mix 103-7 combines the best adult-appeal contemporary music with time-tested favorites of a generation. From Dave Matthews Band and The Goo Goo Dolls, to Kelly Clarkson and Sheryl Crow, Mix 103-7 has the perfect at-work favorite blend of music. Start your day with over 2 hours of commercial free music, starting at 8:30, on the New Mix 103-7! www.mix1037.com
Virginia Women's Center
Virginia Women's Center offers women a life-time of care. We combine medical excellence with practical conveniences. For obstetrics patients that means: Onsite maternal-fetal medicine. Onsite labs. Onsite nutritional counseling. Evening appointments. Staff who, at the end of 40 weeks, feel like family. Find out more at www.virginiawomenscenter.com.
Exhibitors
About Town Moms
About Town Moms takes you on historical neighborhood walks, private museum tours and cultural adventures with your child. Our tours educate you, bring variety to your week and introduce you to other families. www.abouttownmoms.com.
Along For the Ride & Charlottesville Baby Sling
Along For the Ride and Charlottesville Baby Slings have teamed up to bring you a wide range of stylish and comfortable baby carriers for newborns through 4 years old. With everything from stretchy wraps to pouches, ring slings to mei tais youll find a quality, brand-name sling to suit you and your baby perfectly. Visit our booth to choose the perfect baby carrier for you and your baby and enter our raffle for a free custom sling. Live demonstrations all day. Try before you buy. www.alongfortheride.biz/
Bath & Idea Center at Noland Company
Noland’s Bath & Idea Centers provide expert customer service, as well as luxurious plumbing fixtures from renowned manufacturers within the United States and Europe. Each showroom displays bathroom and kitchen products showcased in settings that allow customers to experience first hand their functionality. 2101 Staples Mill Road, Richmond, VA 23230. 804-254-8100. www.noland.com
BeBellisimo
For your precious child, BeBellisimo imports high quality baby garments in hypoallergenic fabrics with hand embroidered finishes, as seen on our gorgeous Christening gown sets. Our orthopedic arched shoes are all in leather and suede. We carry various colors and styles. BeBellisimo imports from South America.
Brickworkz LEGO® Mosaics
Turn your baby or family portraits into creative LEGO® artwork! Watch the brick artists at Brickworkz turn your pics into bricks! Visit our booth at the Expo and watch a live demonstration. To see other examples, please visit www.brickworkz.com or call (804) 915-8725.
Chattering Children
Chattering Children is a non-profit organization that offers a center-based spoken language program for children with hearing loss. Using our approach, young deaf children learn to think, listen, talk, and learn without using any sign language.
Clear Sight Ultrasound
We are a 3D/4D Pre-Natal Ultrasound Facility. We offer various packages (based on time) that include the ultrasound session, a VHS video of the session with the 2D, 3D and 4D segments set to music, a CD with all the pictures taken during the session, plus several printed pictures of the baby. We will do DVD upgrades on the VHS video for an upgrade fee. Located at 9550 Midlothian Turnpike, Suite 102, Richmond, VA 23235. Phone number: 804-601-2500. Fax number: 804-601-2499. www.clearsightultrasound.com
Cornerstone Christian Nannies
Cornerstone Christian Nannies is a Nanny Placement Agency. We place Nannies in families homes to care for the child/ren. We have been in business since 1989 and we are a member of the Better Business Bureau. We place Nannies as Live In and Live Out. Full/Part Time, Tutor Time, Temporary Care (1 day-6 weeks). Our website is: www.christiannannies.org. 804-649-0060.
Creative Memories
Creative Memories offers both traditional and digital scrapbooking albums, supplies and services to help you get years of photographs organized and preserved—quickly, easily, and safely because it's Your Life ~ Your Story ~ Your Way! Creative Memories also offers independent sales consultants the opportunity to own and build their own home based business. www.mycmsite.com/sites/lisaowen (800) 341-5275
Deanna Miller Photography
Deanna Miller Photography specializes in children's and family portraiture. There are set prices that include an on location photo shoot, image editing, and a disk of high resolution images that are copyright free which means you can print them anywhere and share them with anyone you choose! www.deannamillerphotography.com
Discovery Toys
Play with your children... It’s the best investment you’ll ever make!! We have games, toys and books for all ages. www.discoverytoyslink.com/judystoys
Glenmore Yoga & Wellness Center
Glenmore Yoga provides a nurturing environment for families to develop a healthy lifestyle. Yoga is for everyone! We offer classes for all ages including Prenatal, Mommy & Baby, Children and Teens. All instructors are registered with Yoga Alliance. We also offer prenatal and postnatal massage and Infant Massage training. www.glenmoreyoga.com
Highlight Reel
Don't let all the video that you've taken of your children just sit unwatched! Let us create a DVD video montage of your home movies and photos, set to your favorite music. Commemorate your child's early years with this special keepsake that will be cherished for years to come. A Highlight Reel also makes a unique and treasured gift for dad, grandparents and family. www.highlight-reel.com
Hats by Stephanie
Hats by Stephanie presents simply irresistible baby and toddler hats locally designed and created just for your little ones. Bright colors adorn a wide selection of both classical and unique styles for baby. Tucked into its own gift box, each hat is a big hit at baby showers. www.hatsbystephanie.com
The Little Gym of Glen Allen
Motor Skill Development made Fun! The Little Gym offers classes in Gymnastics, Sports Skills, Karate and Dance for ages 4 months-12 years. These classes are all taught in a way which grows the child’s skills at their own individual level and pace. You will see the success in your child’s eyes when they run out of class into your arms each week. We also offer Birthday Parties, Parent Survival Nights and Camps. For more information stop by our booth, call 804.266.7700 or visit our website at www.tlgglenallenva.com.
The Manners Company
While most of us strive to set the best possible example for our children to emulate, there are times when a little extra help goes more than a long way. The Manners Company offers courses for children of nearly all ages from toddlers, to high schoolers. All in a friendly, peer-to-peer setting to insure the maximum learning experience. Our youth etiquette programs are taught through the University of Richmond's Continuing Studies Program. Private classes of 6 or more are available.
Memorable Meals
Memorable Meals is a Personal Chef Service. Services include customized dinner solutions, dinner parties and home events, interactive cooking lessons and parties and gift certificates for any occasion. (804) 720-4576. www.uspca.net/va/mmeals
New York Life Insurance Company
New York Life Insurance Company has been a leader in the insurance and financial services industry for over 160 years. If the goal is to fund your children’s college education, protect your family during your working years, or guarantee your own retirement security…we can help make that happen. That's what makes us The Company You Keep®. www.kellydecker.com.
Polkatots and Whatnots
At www.PolkatotsandWhatnots.com you will find coordinated and personalized items for ladies, children, and more. We offer hair bows, shoes, and other accessories. In addition we have an array of essentials and gift items including our ever popular Diaper Cake, the perfect shower gift.
Primerica Financial Services
A child changes your life. From toys to diapers, your spending is going to change dramatically! Primerica Financial Services can HELP! Primerica provides a FREE Financial Needs Analysis that gives a detailed overview of your current situation and suggests a personalized game plan for your financial security. Primerica offers a variety of products including Term Life Insurance, Legal Protection Programs, Consolidation Loans, Mortgages, Education Savings Accounts, and other investment options. Call Mike Leonard or Anthony Jardine at 323-9510.
Safety Angels
Through the National Promise Campaign and Car Seat Safety events Safety Angels is working to teach parents, grandparents, and caregivers how to properly install their children’s car seats. We are implementing a national strategy bringing all states together as a team to keep children safe. To learn more about Safety Angels please visit www.safetyangels.us.
SmartChoices
SmartChoices™ is a premiere collection of personal care products specially designed to help new moms feel their best during pregnancy and postpartum. Our postpartum recovery products and breastfeeding products were designed with women's input from all over the globe and helps new moms embrace the natural changes and developments in their lives with confidence and femininity.
Spa Epidauros
Experience the calming, peaceful environment of spa epidauros, where you will enjoy a full range of spa services provided by certified professions.
We are the only spa in Richmond specializing in prenatal services. We have
3 Massage Therapist on staff certified and specializing in Prenatal Massage. Please go to www.spa-epidauros.com for more information on our services and spa team.
Stroller Strides
Stroller Strides is a unique workout that you can do with your baby! Make new friends, get in shape and watch your baby love every moment of it! She will love the interaction and the action of Stroller Strides! It's a total workout combining cardio, strength and flexibility using your stroller, your baby and the environment. We turn the outdoors into a total gym! Stroller Strides classes consist of a Power Walk and body toning exercises using your stroller and your baby. In 50 minutes, you will get a total body workout improving your cardiovascular endurance, your strength and your flexibility. Whether you're a beginner or an expert exerciser, Stroller Strides can provide you with your ideal workout. It's up to you to create the intensity, but we will create the fun! www.strollerstrides.net/richmond
Tiny Foot Delivery Plus
Tiny Foot Delivery Plus offers a unique selection of birth rentals, customized floral arrangements, adorable gift sets, balloons and much more; all exclusively produced by Illusions Floral Designs. Call 804.513.2239 and speak with Ms. Yolanda Vaughan.
Tots On The Go
Tots on the Go sells strollers and travel accessories for the active family. We have personally tried and tested many of our products such as the innovative Phil and Teds E3 Buggy which has been acclaimed by Baby Bargains as "Best Bet for doubles stroller". We also carry other name brand items such as the ERGO Baby Carrier, Karma Baby Slings, and Bertini. www.totsongo.com
Virginia Wellness Associates
Virginia Wellness Associates promotes full body wellness in an effort to optimize the health of our patients. Our unique combination of chiropractic care, massage therapy, and relaxing body treatments help our patients relieve stress, and achieve an overall balance that increases energy and maximizes potential. We treat the causes of illness and disease rather than the symptoms and are confident that once you have experienced our professional services, you will be a patient of ours for some time to come. www.virginiawellness.com
WeeCare by JFS
The WeeCare Program by JFS can make sure you and your new baby start off right with assistance in completing daily chores, attentive care to older children, and much needed respite for tired moms. Simply call WeeCare and arrange for a visit by a nurse to discuss your specific needs. www.jfsrichmond.org/weeCare.html
