Kids Chicago - April 14, 2008

Womb Service

Spring 2008 Maternity Guide

Somebody made a money shot into the deposit box, and now you’re renting out the guest room. Right-o, preggo: Time to get organized.

Learn
Start with prenatal classes from Baby Feat. Labor and delivery nurse Krista Terwin travels to your home (in Chicago and on the North Shore) for birthing lessons, nutritional counseling, infant CPR training, and more.

Plan
For postnatal advice, attend the Green Parenting 101 class at Be By Baby (1654 West Roscoe Street, at Lincoln Avenue, Lakeview; 773-404-2229) to glean tips on ecofriendly diapering, feeding, and toys.

Prepare
Be a stylish mama-in-waiting in knit tunics, tanks, and dresses from Hatch Maternity (Preggers, 900 North Michigan Avenue, at Delaware Place, Downtown; 312-943-6262; Kickin’, 2142 West Roscoe Street; 773-281-6577).

Wear
Streamline your wardrobe with Ninetimesthree; the boxed set of three comfy cotton basics (top, skirt, trousers) is ideal for expectant moms.

Inhale
A spritz of Demeter’s Play-Doh fragrance will add a sweet finishing touch.

And remind you of the kid in you.

HELP
Humboldt Park Earth Day Cleanup & Celebration
What: Tidy the park, plant seeds, get your face painted, and learn to cast a rod.
Why: You’re the pick of the litter.
When: Sat., 9 a.m.-2 p.m.
Where: 1359 N. Sacramento Ave., at Division St. (312-742-7529).

SNOOP
Hana’s Suitcase
What: Chicago Children’s Theatre presents play based on real events during the Holocaust as seen through the eyes of children.
Why: Pack it in.
When: Thru May 11. Sat., 11 a.m., 2 & 5 p.m.; Sun., 2 & 5 p.m.
Where: Storefront Theater, 66 E. Randolph St., at Michigan Ave. (312-742-8497).

CHOMP
Playful Trayfuls
What: Colorful face-shaped eating trays encourage playing with your food.
Why: Tray chic.
When: Hunger strikes.
Where: Online at playwareproducts.com.