tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12496937488211390862024-03-12T16:57:19.049-07:00YOGA with Lisa G. BandongYOGA with Lisa G. Bandong ~~~ specializing in Prenatal Yoga and Toddler Family Yoga in San Marcos, San Elijo Hills and San Diego County since 2010. Lisa G. Bandonghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10097616510434503674noreply@blogger.comBlogger66125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1249693748821139086.post-90528191807551438632017-08-11T15:19:00.001-07:002017-08-11T15:19:47.723-07:00Bittersweet news…<br /><div class="MsoNormal">
I have big news! I am going to be taking an extended break
from teaching yoga. I have been teaching yoga since 2009, a year after I gave
birth to my first little, and I have had the privilege of teaching Pre/Postnatal Yoga through the City of San Marcos Parks and recreation since 2011. Of the
hundreds of families that have joined me in class, thank you! <o:p></o:p></div>
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This was a very difficult decision as this class continued
to grow and flourish. I will be taking this time to focus back on my own health
and family, and continue to work full time in public health. While I am on
leave, I will be utilizing the blog more, and will have more tips and
information for you here about yoga, birth, and parenting. I am still in town,
and am available to talk and meet up with any of my neighbors.<o:p></o:p></div>
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I am hopeful that someone may be interested in picking up
this class, but I was not able to find the right person before the fall
schedule was set. The city would love to see this class continue, and I would love
to put that person in touch with the
right people to get this class back on the city’s schedule. Please contact me
if you are interested. <o:p></o:p></div>
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In the meantime, thank you so very much for allowing me to
be part of your pregnancy! I look forward to seeing you and your family around
town at the park, grocery store, ball fields, etc. The soul in me is privileged to
have been here with the soul(s) within you…Namaste. <o:p></o:p></div>
Lisa G. Bandonghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10097616510434503674noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1249693748821139086.post-72603130535684784642017-05-30T16:24:00.000-07:002017-05-30T16:24:04.291-07:00Summer Session begins on May 30<table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: right; margin-left: 1em; text-align: right;"><tbody>
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Summer time is coming upon us, and the City of San Marcos Parks and Recreation's Summer Sessions have started in May and go through August.<br />
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I am hosting two 5 week sessions:<br />
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<li>July 11 - August 10</li>
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Classes are held on Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 6:30-7:45 PM at the Community Center's Meeting Room.<br />
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If you have never tried my class, then please join as my guest! Bring your partner, birth provider, and friends.<br />
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See you on the mat!Lisa G. Bandonghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10097616510434503674noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1249693748821139086.post-30874369647251308902017-04-02T11:46:00.000-07:002017-04-02T11:46:24.468-07:00Spring BreakThis years spring has brought so many wonderful blooms, so take this week to go out and smell the flowers! I'll be sending time with my littles that bloomed me into motherhood! Classes are back on April 11th. As a reminder, if you are new to class, then please come try class for free.Lisa G. Bandonghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10097616510434503674noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1249693748821139086.post-64030691939183024072016-12-22T03:52:00.000-08:002016-12-22T03:52:24.564-08:00Embolden Breastfeeding<div class="MsoNormal">
KPBS health reporter Kenny Goldberg recently highlighted
breastfeeding barriers women in San Diego experience in a three-part health
report series. The <a href="http://www.kpbs.org/news/2016/dec/07/challenges-breastfeeding/" target="_blank">first series</a> highlighted barriers experienced in health
care system including access to professional lactation support immediately
after birth. The <a href="http://www.kpbs.org/news/2016/dec/08/challenges-breastfeeding-part-two/" target="_blank">second series</a> highlighted cultural barriers including the
lack of encouragement from family, friends and the community. The <a href="http://www.kpbs.org/news/2016/dec/09/challenges-breastfeeding-part-three/" target="_blank">last series</a> highlighted barriers experienced in the work
place including adequate accommodations to pump.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Prenatal Yoga in San Marcos opens up the second health
report on breastfeeding support, and one of our beautiful new moms, Pricila
Marquez, was interviewed sharing her recent experiences as a first time mom
supporting her infant son with breastfeeding. She explains that breastfeeding
is a lot harder than it looks, and that it has taken much more from her than
expected. Prenatal yoga provides new moms weekly encouragement and empowerment as
they are getting ready for their little one to join earth side. This includes
breastfeeding support discussions that include preparations needed to
breastfeed, recommendations of independent international board certified
lactation consultants, and resources for lactation support groups both in
person and online. <o:p></o:p></div>
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Kenny Goldberg’s reporting highlights key health issues for
breastfeeding support – breastfeeding doesn’t happen in a vacuum. It needs the
support of the community whether it be: the care providers that assist with best
practices and provide solutions; the cultural shift necessary from community
that breastfeeding doesn’t have to be difficult and to provide support and encouragement
for moms to breastfeed whenever and where ever; and the absolute necessary
accommodations needed to support mothers returning back to work. The major take
away from this health reporting is that health benefits of breastfeeding are
not only for mother and baby – breastfeeding builds a healthier community. <o:p></o:p></div>
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Lisa G. Bandonghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10097616510434503674noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1249693748821139086.post-68817670243506861062016-09-05T13:04:00.000-07:002016-09-05T13:04:13.315-07:00Happy Labor Day! Classes Start 9/6<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<br />Lisa G. Bandonghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10097616510434503674noreply@blogger.com0San Marcos, CA, USA33.1433723 -117.166144933.036999300000005 -117.3275064 33.2497453 -117.00478340000001tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1249693748821139086.post-81831947649865988352016-05-27T13:12:00.000-07:002016-09-05T13:16:55.846-07:00It's Official! Class of 2016<table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: left; margin-right: 1em; text-align: left;"><tbody>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">This is for my family! Class of 2016 - Master of Public Health.</td></tr>
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<br />Lisa G. Bandonghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10097616510434503674noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1249693748821139086.post-36362100210072855852015-12-31T14:46:00.000-08:002015-12-31T15:35:36.411-08:00Ringing in 2016<div class="MsoNormal">
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The city of San Marcos has published and delivered the
latest edition of their <a href="http://www.ci.san-marcos.ca.us/index.aspx?page=42" target="_blank">quarterly magazine called <i>360</i></a>. Inside of it is a host of great information about San Marcos
happenings from how to prepare for El Nino to the latest road upgrades to
economic development updates. The city’s parks and recreation guide begins on
page 11, which has a wonderful variety of activities created for all ages that range from family
swim programs to senior computer classes to art shows and concerts.</div>
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There are so many wonderful programs through the city’s park
and recreation, and most of these programs offer the <a href="http://lgbyoga.blogspot.com/2015/10/free-trial-class-sign-up.html" target="_blank">first class free</a> – <a href="http://lgbyoga.blogspot.com/p/pre-natal-yoga.html" target="_blank">pre/postnatalyoga</a> included. Come try out classes, and feel free to contact the recreation
staff if there is a particular class you are looking for – perhaps, you may even
be willing to instruct. <o:p></o:p></div>
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My family was fortunate enough to be on the front cover of
the recreation guide because the city is highlighting the instructors involved
in the recreation programs. I have been teaching prenatal yoga through the
parks and recreation department for the past six years. I love teaching here,
and my belief is that classes should be accessible to everyone and should be
an opportunity for a community to flourish. The city of San Marcos Parks and
Recreation delivers great programs, and are wonderful collaborators. I am truly
blessed to live where I work. Check out the programs, check out the facilities,
and meet some of your neighbors. <o:p></o:p></div>
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<i>Special thank you to
my prenatal yoga model, Tania, and my photographer, Christine, for the fabulous
prenatal yoga photos both in the recreation guide and on this website. </i></div>
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<a href="http://www.ci.san-marcos.ca.us/index.aspx?page=42" target="_blank">San Marcos Parks and Recreation</a> are such wonderful people to
work with! A while back they tried a couple of promotional opportunities to
draw students into classes, and they finally found a great fit with the “FREE
TRIAL for first time students” opportunity. <o:p></o:p></div>
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This trial class provides interested students the opportunity to try their
first class for free without committing to an entire session. This opportunity
is for new students to that particular class. For instance, if you are new to
prenatal/postnatal yoga, then you qualify for the free trial.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>How To Sign Up for Free Trial Class</b></div>
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<li><span style="text-indent: -0.25in;">Confirm that the class is being held the day
that you would like to come. This can usually be accomplished by calling or
<a href="http://lgbyoga.blogspot.com/p/contact.html" target="_blank">emailing the instructor</a>.</span></li>
<li><span style="text-indent: -0.25in;">Arrive a few minutes before the start of class to fill out paperwork. The city requires students to fill out a liability release form
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That’s it! Try as many trial classes that the city offers. Most
importantly, come and try out our class: <a href="http://www.lgbyoga.blogspot.com/p/pre-natal-yoga.html">Pre/Postnatal Yoga</a> for FREE!<br />
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Lisa G. Bandonghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10097616510434503674noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1249693748821139086.post-78503538851964787682015-04-29T23:19:00.000-07:002015-04-30T19:51:42.764-07:005th Anniversary Summer Excitement!I am so excited about this summer season of yoga offerings through the City of San Marcos Parks and Recreation. First off, I am celebrating my 5th year with the City of San Marcos Parks and Recreation. I have had the privilege of teaching prenatal yoga through this wonderful community center since 2010, and this would not be possible without all of the wonderful students who have joined us throughout the years. Thank you so very much for your patronage, your referrals, and your beautiful practice!<br />
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To celebrate this 5th anniversary, I have several special announcements with regards to this season’s classes.<br />
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First off, Toddler/Preschool Family Yoga is back! It’s been on hiatus for the past two years, and I am thrilled to be offering it through the Parks and Recreation. A few items to note:<br />
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<li><b>Classes are held once a month</b>: This is on purpose, so that busy families can fit a family yoga class into their summer schedule. It is held on the second Saturday of the month. </li>
<li><b>The first class is on May 9th</b>. Are you signed up yet? Here are <a href="http://www.lgbyoga.blogspot.com/2015/03/5-easy-ways-to-register-for-classes.html" target="_blank">5 EZ Ways to sign up for classes</a>. </li>
<li><b>Class price is per family</b>: yes, that’s right! Per family. $14 drop-in or $43 for all FOUR classes. Remember they are once a month, so this covers you through August! </li>
<li><b>Family</b>: You might ask “what constitutes a family for registration purposes?” Well, exactly what that means a family. Better yet – your family! A typical family is two parents, a toddler/preschooler, and an older or younger sibling, but your family is your family. Perhaps, grandma wants to come or you have four kiddos – bring them! You just need to register your toddler/preschooler through ActiveNet. </li>
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Prenatal Yoga got a bit of a title overhaul. We have officially expanded our yoga offerings to include postnatal yoga. I have always welcomed postnatal mamas to join class and this makes it official. In addition here are a few things to note:<br />
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<li><b>Partners/birth providers</b>: register together, and they will receive a 20% discount on their enrollment package. It is beautiful way for partners to actively engage with the expectant mama. This offer extends to the expectant mama’s birth providers, and includes doulas, midwives, etc.</li>
<li><b>Punch card</b>: the city is now providing an opportunity for a five-class punch card. This replaces the drop-in format, but gives students the opportunity to come to classes whenever it works for their schedule. The punch card does expire at the end of the summer (8/31/15). </li>
<li><b>Six-week sessions</b>: this year’s summer sessions are in a six-week format, unlike this past season’s five-week format. I point this out because the total cost per session is a bit more due to the extra class. The price-per-class remains the same.</li>
<li><b>Specials</b>: On the newly updated webpage, specials are indicated under the classes, so that students can navigate the various opportunities that that city allows like the “First class FREE!” </li>
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Well, that’s just been a mouthful of great yogic fun to rock the summer. I hope you love all the additions and changes to the classes. The Parks and Recreation’s summer season kicks off on May 1st, and runs through August 31st, and there are <a href="http://www.lgbyoga.blogspot.com/2015/03/5-easy-ways-to-register-for-classes.html" target="_blank">5 EZ ways to sign up for class</a>.<br />
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It’s always been a privilege and honor to work with each and every one of you, so thank you for five wonderful years. <br />
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<span style="color: #f4cccc; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif; font-size: x-large;"><i>Lisa</i></span><br />
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Lisa G. Bandonghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10097616510434503674noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1249693748821139086.post-73102873473181751302015-03-16T23:43:00.000-07:002015-03-16T23:43:00.176-07:00Joaquin's Birth Story...<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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with such amazing women during the most transformative time in their lives.
Many births stories have been shared with me throughout the years through
conversation. I have shared my own birth stories in class impressing upon
empowerment and informed decisions. Each of us have our own beautiful journey
that we have or will embark upon. Below is the first written birth story shared
with me, and reprinted with permission by my return student, Gracie DelMar. I
am very excited to share her beautiful birth story and that of her son, Joaquin. This is
her journey…<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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</span></b><span style="background: white; font-family: 'Segoe UI', sans-serif; font-size: 10pt; line-height: 115%;">As soon as Joaquin Tre DelMar was born I knew I
had to share his birth story because I am so excited to share about God's
faithfulness and strength. We know that we all have our own individual stories
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pregnant with our third son, Joaquin Tre, we were really surprised and really
excited. Early in the pregnancy it was put on my heart to just focus on
worshipping and giving thanks to the Lord for this surprise miracle and also to
do everything I could to make the labor and delivery worshipful and peaceful. I
knew there would be a challenge to having a worshipful labor and delivery
because if I could have my way, I would have had a room full of my best
girlfriends reading scripture and praying over me so it was constant and right
there in the room with me through the intensity of labor. But I knew how my
husband would react to that idea so I knew I had to brainstorm a different
plan. I told my doula my wants and challenges and we came up with the plan for
me to make scripture cards and hang them around the house and meditate on them
before going into labor. On delivery day the plan was to gather them as we
headed to the hospital for my doula to read them through labor. To include the
feeling of being surrounded by my close family and friends, strong women of
faith in my life, I asked them to help me by sending me their favorite
scriptures on strength and whatever they thought would be helpful, and I had a
great collection of scriptures and prayers to meditate on prior to the big day!<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; font-family: 'Segoe UI', sans-serif; font-size: 10pt; line-height: 115%;">Now fast forward to the
big day!! Because both Grayson and Vincent's were 2.5/2 weeks early, I just
knew it would be any day now and we were totally ready. Especially since I
literally felt Joaquin drop so low the week before that I was completely
immobile from the pain it caused my pelvis and hips. I recovered from the
pelvic shock by Friday and was able to enjoy a sweet relaxing weekend with our
little family of 4 before we became a family of 5. I decided to make plans and
live life as usual for the week ahead. On Tuesday morning I was going on with
my plans to hang out with my father in-law and run a wood shopping errand in
Temecula for a home project. As the morning went on the low pressure increased,
however, it was not painful. No biggie - I thought. As I got home from our
morning outing at 11:15 am I checked in with my brother in law (also my
neighbor) to confirm babysitting for that afternoon. Then my plan was, feed the
boys lunch and then naps all around! I started making the boys lunch and just
as I started to do that I started feeling contractions at pretty regular
intervals. My mind went into panic -"what the heck is going on" -
mode. As if I didn't know because I was in complete denial. I called my husband
to let him know and told him to go to his lunchtime workout as planned at noon
but to just keep the phone on him. Twenty minutes later I had fed the boys the
fastest lunch ever. I scrambled to get them through nap time routines (all the
while having consistent intense and painful contractions that I couldn't even
time) and into bed, so I could start focusing on myself and what my body was
telling me. I remember my blood starting to boil, being short fused with the
boys and immediately feeling bad for it, because things were not going
smoothly. I felt fear creeping in because I was alone, the boys were acting out
like crazy, I had to make decisions for people to throw our labor plan into
action and I was in a LOT of pain!! Finally about 12:30 pm I called my husband
to come home. I still hadn't timed the contraction intervals but I just knew it
was time. After gathering my thoughts I remembered the intentions I had set
into motion for this labor. I wanted to focus all my energy on worshipping our
Father. I was definitely not focused so I took a few seconds to pray to God to
help me to remember that God made my body perfect to give birth to Joaquin and
that God would provide all the strength and comfort I needed to get through
this labor naturally. Once I finished praying I was able to finally get the
boys down for their nap. I rushed into bed to start timing contractions, called
in the babysitters, called in my Doula to make her way to my house and called
my OB to get his advice on what to do. Since my contractions were about 6 to 5
minutes apart we decided it was time to get to the hospital to start at least 1
of 2 rounds of antibiotics I needed since I was group b strep positive. My
husband walked in the door and because fear kept creeping in to take over I cried
to him "I can't do this! And I want an epidural." Perplexed he looked
at me, comforted and encouraged me, telling me I could do it and made sure he
knew how to play the epidural request when we got to the hospital. He packed
the bag (yup last thing on to-do list) and RUSHED this pregnant laboring mama
into the car. Of course without the scripture and affirmation cards - but there
was no time to turn around to get them. By this time it was 1:30 pm! All the
way to the hospital I was so uncomfortable. So I put my head back and I asked
my husband to pray over me and I listened to my worship radio station -
Hillsong United - to again refocus my intentions. Thankfully it wasn't a really
far drive and zero traffic so we made it to the hospital rather quickly. Got
checked in to the hospital room and did the first cervix check and I was
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totally stepped in and taken over. He blanketed our room with such an
overwhelming feeling of peace. I could see in my minds eye with each
contraction a scripture about strength, joy, and encouragement. At the end of
each growingly intense contraction I would thank God, thank Him for giving me
the strength and peace to endure the pain of each contraction and thank Him
that I would never have to experience that contraction again. I praised Him for
my body that He created so perfectly to birth Joaquin, quickly and efficiently.
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through contractions, I quickly dilated to 8 cm and my OB arrived. He didn't
even bother checking me, and at this point, he, my nurse, my doula, and of
course my hubby, wouldn't leave my side. They knew Joaquin was going to arrive
any minute now. And still during all of this time it was like a group of
friends sitting around catching up, cracking jokes, enjoying each other's
company. My doula would pray over me and remind me of the perfection in God's
plan for us. There was such a </span><span style="background: white;">tranquility in the room. If it wasn't for the
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of labor flew by so fast, it felt like only one minute long. And in the midst
of it there was a sudden shift in sensations of the contractions. The urge to
push came upon me so quickly! As the shift occurred I could hear my yoga instructor's
voice in my mind telling me to breathe through the pain and to relax my jaw and
mouth because it would relax my pelvic floor and make for an easier push. I
tuned in to the music playing in the background and my favorite song,
"Oceans" by Hillsong United, was playing and I asked my doula to put
it on repeat. I worshiped the Lord like I had never before! I focused on Him,
listened to my body and gave in to the urge to push. I had been given some
direction by my OB but I also felt my body just doing what it was made to do.
Even with the intense pain I was feeling, the loudness of my pushing and the
encouragement from the birthing team, there was a calm still in the room. I was
thankful for the Lord who gave me strength and focus and took away the fear.
Within moments I was holding Joaquin, a tiny little baby boy with the tiniest
sounding cry - he was healthy and he was perfect! In that moment of holding
Joaquin Tre for the first time - I instantly realized how amazing it was that I
felt God was right there with us!! He was sitting in the room with us just
covering my husband and I and our newest family member in His love and
protection! I knew immediately that it was God there with us the whole time
making it the most amazing birth experience. My goal was met. It was a
worshipful, peaceful birth and the whole time God made his presence known. We
know that God is present all the time with each brand new life that begins and
we know that God always gives us all we need to get us through any situation.
But me personally I never experienced such an obvious encounter with God! I was
so moved by this I just had to share this testimony - this piece of my story! I
hope that whoever reads this finds encouragement in being able to rely on HIS
strength and just know that HE will provide all you NEED in HIS perfect time!<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Lisa G. Bandonghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10097616510434503674noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1249693748821139086.post-7332909620681382842015-02-16T22:11:00.000-08:002015-02-16T22:11:09.021-08:00San Diego Screening of MICROBIRTH – Feb 21<div class="MsoNormal">
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MICROBIRTH is FINALLY showing on Saturday, February 21 at
Alliant International University. It's a documentary film that takes a look at
birth through the lens of a microscope and discussed the importance and
implications of the seeding of the human microbiome for long-term health and
wellness, what we can do to improve birth practices, and what we can do if that
seeding isn't ideal. With the recent controversial outcries over vaccines,
immunity, and the fate of human health & wellness, this is a MUST-SEE film!
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one swag item is worth more than twice the ticket price!<o:p></o:p></div>
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10am. Please see http://boughtmovie.com/ for the film's trailer. MIcrobirth
ticket holders can see "BOUGHT" for free. "Bought" is
showing for a $5 donation to all other viewers, and viewers will receive a swag
bag. If they decide to stay for Microbirth, they are welcome for an additional
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Lisa G. Bandonghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10097616510434503674noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1249693748821139086.post-60615647967848336702015-02-12T09:26:00.001-08:002015-02-12T09:26:42.060-08:00<a href="http://www.bloglovin.com/blog/5525673/?claim=cyz87ckm7x7">Follow my blog with Bloglovin</a>Lisa G. Bandonghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10097616510434503674noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1249693748821139086.post-10310231385647600672015-02-09T22:53:00.000-08:002015-02-09T22:53:53.951-08:00Feb 12 Pregnancy Kula Series: placenta encapsulation<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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The inaugural session of the Pregnancy Kula Series was a
great success. Thank you to everyone who made it out. The Pregnancy Kula Series
is an opportunity for the <a href="http://lgbyoga.blogspot.com/p/pre-natal-yoga.html">San Marcos Prenatal Yoga</a>
<a href="http://www.lgbyoga.blogspot.com/2014/05/mamas-to-be-create-your-community.html">kula
(community or tribe)</a> to meet local pre-and postnal providers. Everyone is
welcome! Speakers will join us for class, and then are available for a 15
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Our next guest is Claire Hyde owner of <a href="http://www.anewmoonrising.com/">A New Moon Rising</a>. She will be
joining class on Thursday, February 12, and she will be sharing her knowledge
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Claire’s passion for placenta work began after the birth of
her son in early 2013 after experiencing challenging and difficult postpartum
periods with her first two children. In becoming a Certified Placenta
Encapsulation Specialist, Claire hopes to provide health, safe, and joyful
postpartum experiences for women. Claire studied with Full Circle Placenta, a prestigious
US training center, and completed her OSHA training through Biologix Solutions.
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North County has a plethora of wonderful resources to help expectant families. The
Pregnancy <a href="http://www.lgbyoga.blogspot.com/2014/05/mamas-to-be-create-your-community.html" target="_blank">Kula </a>Series is an opportunity for the prenatal yoga <a href="http://www.lgbyoga.blogspot.com/2014/05/mamas-to-be-create-your-community.html" target="_blank">kula </a>to meet pre-and
post-nal providers. Providers will be taking class with prenatal yoga students,
and then will be available for a 15 minute Q&A immediately following <a href="http://www.lgbyoga.blogspot.com/p/pre-natal-yoga.html" target="_blank">class</a>.
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<span style="font-family: Segoe UI Light, sans-serif;">Donna is a birth doula and student midwife serving San Diego County who has passionately studied birth since 2008 and began attending births in 2010. She completed her doula training through toLabor (ALACE) and is currently a senior midwifery student. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Segoe UI Light, sans-serif;">Come join us for class and ask Donna any questions you have about doulas, midwifery, and postpartum resources!</span></div>
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Lisa G. Bandonghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10097616510434503674noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1249693748821139086.post-86269621943745606782014-12-28T22:39:00.001-08:002014-12-28T23:54:36.190-08:00Start 2015 with Prenatal Yoga in San Marcos<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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I am excited to announce the 2015 Winter/Spring schedule for Prenatal Yoga in San Marcos through the City of San Marcos Parks and Recreation.<br />
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It is such a pleasure to embark on my fifth year working with the City of San Marcos as they allow me to provide affordable classes in a comfortable non-intimidating atmosphere. This prenatal yoga class is built for both the novice as well as the experienced yogi. This is the opportunity for expectant mothers to build a community of support. Come join our community! The first class is free!<br />
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Online registration is available through the city's park and recreation portal: http://www.ci.san-marcos.ca.us/index.aspx?page=188Lisa G. Bandonghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10097616510434503674noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1249693748821139086.post-20413024736947319962014-09-14T22:53:00.000-07:002014-09-14T22:53:00.591-07:00PCOS - why should you care?<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Amanda Kohn: www.implementingdesignism.com</td></tr>
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<a href="http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmedhealth/PMH0001408/"><b>Polycystic Ovarian
Syndrome</b></a> is a common hormonal disorder affecting at least 1 in 10 women.
Estimates of greater occurrences could be as high 30% due to the rate of underdiagnoses
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<b>Why should you care? </b>Chronic diseases are the number one
cause of death in the country for women with heart disease toping the charts.
Heart disease, diabetes, cancer are all chronic conditions that are exacerbated
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<li><span style="text-indent: -0.25in;">Women with PCOS are 4 -7 times more likely to
have a heart attack</span></li>
<li><span style="text-indent: -0.25in;">50% of women with PCOS will have diabetes or
pre-diabetes before the age of 40</span></li>
<li><span style="text-indent: -0.25in;">Women with PCOS experience higher rates of
cancers including endometrial</span></li>
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September is PCOS awareness month. Get to know the <a href="http://www.pcosaa.org/About_PCOS/SymptomsofPCOS_AboutPCOS">symptoms</a>.
Get tested. PCOS can be <a href="http://www.pcosaa.org/LifestyleManagement">managed</a>. Early awareness is key. <o:p></o:p></div>
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PCOS Awareness Association: <a href="http://www.pcosaa.org/">www.pcosaa.org</a><o:p></o:p></div>
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PCOSupport: <a href="http://www.pcosupport.org/">www.pcosupport.org</a></div>
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Lisa G. Bandonghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10097616510434503674noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1249693748821139086.post-58419820967397002722014-09-12T21:43:00.002-07:002014-09-12T21:43:58.929-07:00Fall 2014 Schedule <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">
The fall schedule is now available for <a href="http://www.lgbyoga.blogspot.com/p/pre-natal-yoga.html" target="_blank">Prenatal Yoga in San Marcos</a>. Classes are held every Tuesday and Thursday night from 6:30-7:45pm through December 18 (except Thanksgiving 11/27) at the <a href="https://apm.activecommunities.com/sanmarcosreg" target="_blank">City of San Marcos Community Center</a>. Class sign-ups are available on five week session cycles with once or twice per week options. Early bird specials are available and drop-ins are welcome. This prenatal yoga class is open to all experience levels. Partners and birth care providers are encouraged to attend. </div>
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Lisa G. Bandonghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10097616510434503674noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1249693748821139086.post-21501532669826891132014-07-02T00:00:00.000-07:002014-07-02T00:00:04.541-07:00North County’s First Birth Center<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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It’s here! It’s here! I am so excited to share that it is
here! My wonderful and amazing friend, Rochelle McLean, has opened the first
freestanding birth center in North County San Diego: <a href="http://babies-in-bloom.com/">Babies in Bloom Birth and Wellness Center</a>. </div>
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A freestanding birth center, according to the American Association of Birth
Centers, “is a homelike facility…with a program of care designed in the
wellness model of pregnancy and birth.” The Babies in Bloom Birth and Wellness
Center boasts two amazingly-lovely homelike suites with freestanding tubs and interior
designer décor that would be seen in hotels and model homes. Here are some <a href="https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.10152526650624349.1073741896.52993139348&type=1">lovely
photos of the new cente</a>r by Catie at Vuefinder Photography during the sneak
peak last week. The Grand Opening celebration is on July 12 from 9am to 5pm,
and will have many demos and giveaways. <o:p></o:p></div>
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The birth center is in addition to the already successfully
Babies in Bloom Boutique that is home to many amazing, natural and hand-picked
products as well as host to many classes. Her signature Lactation Lounges are
free support groups where moms and babes are welcome to join in, weigh
baby, ask questions to Ms. McLean, and commune with other breastfeeding
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Ms. McLean is already a well-respected International Board Certified
Lactation Consultant and Child Birth Educator, and has been passionately
working with pregnant women and new families since 1999. She opened the doors of
Babies in Bloom in late 2003 from her home, where it has bloomed into the facility
that you see today. <o:p></o:p></div>
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Lisa G. Bandonghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10097616510434503674noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1249693748821139086.post-40313409193753408792014-06-29T20:41:00.000-07:002014-06-29T20:41:44.322-07:00Register before July 1 - get $5 off <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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I have said it numerous times and I will say it again. I
really LOVE working with the City of San Marcos! </div>
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Their <a href="http://www.ci.san-marcos.ca.us/index.aspx?page=42" target="_blank">Parks and Recreation</a> team
is just an awesome bunch to work with (thank you to Holly, Cathy, and team),
and every season it just keeps getting better and better. From free preview classes,
to prime time slots, to class packages, and keeping costs low and accessible to
the residents of San Marcos.</div>
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This season the city of San Marcos is offering parks and
recreation participants an “Early Bird” discount if they sign up at least 7
days prior to the first class of the season. Most of the season’s classes have
already started for the summer session, BUT <a href="http://lgbyoga.blogspot.com/p/pre-natal-yoga.html" target="_blank">Prenatal Yoga</a>’s first class is on Tuesday,
July 8. This means that students still can get a $5 discount on their class
package, if you <a href="https://apm.activecommunities.com/sanmarcosreg" target="_blank">sign up by July 1</a>. This can be used for either the combo
Tuesday/Thursday class held twice a week or for a once a week package on
Tuesday or Thursday. Options are bountiful! <o:p></o:p></div>
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As always drop-ins are always available, and classes can be
prorated if you can’t make it to the first class. I am so excited to bring
these special opportunities to you and hope that you can join us for the whole
session or at least one class. Bring your partner as they are always welcome to
join us in class! <o:p></o:p></div>
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Lisa G. Bandonghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10097616510434503674noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1249693748821139086.post-82145784587544596112014-05-26T21:45:00.000-07:002014-05-26T21:45:14.604-07:00Mamas-to-be: Create Your Community<div class="MsoNormal">
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Sanskrit, the term for community or tribe is kula. Mamas-to-be often find much
needed support from their “mama tribe,” but how does one begin to create one? </span></div>
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are having little ones around your due date. </span><span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Take note of the mamas that
resonate with you and your ideas about health, parenting and life. </span><span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">In addition
to mamas, surround yourself with providers that support your parenting beliefs.
For instance, if you want to breastfeed, then find a lactation consultant(s)
and/or support groups that will support your decision. </span><span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Additionally, reach out
to trusted mama tribes in social media. Here is a list of some of my favorite
social media mama tribes:</span></div>
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- ICAN of San Diego: http://www.icanofsandiego.org/ </span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; text-indent: -0.25in;">Lactation Support – <a href="http://www.babies-in-bloom.com/" target="_blank">Babies In Bloom</a>, <a href="http://www.kellymom.com/" target="_blank">Kellymom</a>, <a href="http://www.bestforbabes.org/" target="_blank">Best for Babes</a></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; text-indent: -0.25in;">Cloth diapering
–San Diego Real Diaper Circle: http://www.sdrealdiapercircle.org/</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; text-indent: -0.25in;">Baby wearing San
Diego: http://www.babywearingsandiego.com/</span></li>
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touch with me: www.facebook.com/YogawithLisaBandong. </span></div>
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resonate with you. Namaste.</span></div>
Lisa G. Bandonghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10097616510434503674noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1249693748821139086.post-5656137144407887522014-01-03T17:00:00.000-08:002014-01-03T17:00:02.451-08:00Preview Week: Free Class Jan 7 & 9<div style="text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-size: medium;"><strong>Space is limited - </strong><a href="https://apm.activecommunities.com/sanmarcosreg/Activity_Search?ActivityCategoryID=25&isSearch=true" target="_blank"><strong>reserve your spot online</strong></a></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: medium;">760-744-9000</span> </div>
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<span style="font-size: medium;">The city of San Marcos is hosting a preview week
highlighting many of their <a href="http://www.ci.san-marcos.ca.us/modules/showdocument.aspx?documentid=6881" target="_blank">recreation classes January 2-23</a>. I am happy to
participate in this semi-annual event once again and hope that you will join us.
Partners are welcome. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: medium;">The next session of <a href="http://lgbyoga.blogspot.com/p/pre-natal-yoga.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: #cc3300;">Prenatal
Yoga</span></a> will begin on </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: medium;">Tuesday, January 14. <a href="https://activenet013.active.com/sanmarcosreg/" target="_blank"><span style="color: #cc3300;">Sign up
online</span></a>. </span></div>
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Lisa G. Bandonghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10097616510434503674noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1249693748821139086.post-28292395355404482422013-10-19T15:02:00.000-07:002013-10-19T15:02:43.815-07:00Back from Maternity Leave<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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I have been offline for the past couple of months becoming a mom once again. I will post my birth story soon for those of you interested, but in the meantime please know that mama and baby are doing awesomely! Thank you kindly for all of your well wishes. <br />
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As of October 10, 2013, <a href="http://www.lgbyoga.blogspot.com/p/pre-natal-yoga.html" target="_blank">Prenatal Yoga</a> classes have returned back to the San Marcos Parks and Recreation community class offerings. Classes are being held once a week during the winter and then will bump up to two classes per week at the beginning of the new year. <br />
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I am very excited to be back teaching expectant mamas the art of prenatal yoga. Partners and friends are welcome to join any class. Participants can join at anytime as sessions can be prorated. Additionally, drop-ins are available. <a href="https://activenet013.active.com/sanmarcosreg/" target="_blank">Registration is available online</a> or at the Community Center counter. Lisa G. Bandonghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10097616510434503674noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1249693748821139086.post-82009666720933316292013-04-22T23:15:00.000-07:002013-04-22T23:15:20.279-07:00Preview week: Free class May 2<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-size: large;">Thursday, May 2</span></div>
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6:30-7:45 PM </div>
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San Marcos Community Center</div>
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1 Civic Drive, San Marcos CA 92059</div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">The city of San Marcos is hosting a preview week highlighting many of their recreation classes the week of May 2. I am happy to participate in this semi-annual event once again and hope that you will join us. Partners are welcome. Contact the city of San Marcos to reserve your spot: </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">760-744-9000</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">The next session of <a href="http://lgbyoga.blogspot.com/p/pre-natal-yoga.html" target="_blank">Prenatal Yoga</a> will begin on </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Thursday, May 9. <a href="https://activenet013.active.com/sanmarcosreg/" target="_blank">Sign up online</a>. </span></div>
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