Kids New York - March 31, 2008

Sweet Dreamers

Swellbeing

If you are the honest parent of a 3- to 12-month-old, you’re no doubt bleary-eyed and frustrated from sleep deprivation (a favorite CIA tactic for good reason).

Toss the pacifiers, bottles, and rocking chairs and call Swellbeing.

Founder Janeen Hayward has seen it all and has simple, helpful advice and strategies that will enable your child to self-sooth.

She’ll come to you for a consultation, then establish a sleep plan that will work for your kid’s temperament and your parenting style. The fee entitles you up to five follow-up phone calls or e-mails to monitor your nocturnal progress.

No judgments. No preaching. No guilt.

Just sweet dreams for all.

Swellbeing (212-924-1913 or swellbeing.com).

HEAR
Concert with Debi Derryberry
What: The award-winning singer/songwriter — and voice of Jimmy Neutron — plays tunes from Very Derryberry and What a Way to Play.
Why: It’s genius.
When: Sat., 11 a.m.
Where: Bank Street Bookstore, Broadway, at 112th St. (212-678-1654).

PLAY
The Jumpin’ Juniper Show
What: A musical performance by The Family Jam with Tony Corsano and an amazing indoor play space for kids ages 3-10.
Why: Jump and jive.
When: Sun., 2 p.m.
Where: Brooklyn Arts Exchange, 421 Fifth Ave., near 8th St., Park Slope (718-832-0018).

DANCE
The Toy Castle
What: New York Theatre Ballet introduces kids ages 2 to 5 to the beauty of dance.
Why: Take the leap year leap.
When: Sat. & Sun., 11 a.m., 1 & 3:30 p.m.
Where: Florence Gould Hall, 55 E. 59th St., b/t Madison & Park Aves. (212-679-0401). Tickets online at ticketmaster.com.

SEE
© Murakami
What: Takashi Murakami’s amazing mix of pop, anime, and fashion dazzles all ages.
Why: The surreal life.
When: Sat.-July 13. Wed.-Fri., 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sat. & Sun., 11 a.m.-6 p.m.
Where: Brooklyn Museum, 200 Eastern Pkwy., Prospect Heights (718-638-5000).