Tuesday, December 9, 2008

"Zaida Baby -My First Keepsake" ...give a gift of love for just $39.95!

"Zaida Baby -My First Keepsake" on sale this holiday season
for just $39.95!

Just enter the promotion code 'holiday' at the checkout!

So much more than a baby book!
  • storytime for the unborn
  • positive prenatal bonding
  • pregnancy journal
  • baby’s first year
  • beautiful photography
  • time capsule
  • scrapbooking
  • for single moms & two parent families
  • printed in North America
  • 144 pages
  • FSC approved recycled paper
Click here to order your copy of "My First Keepsake" in time for Christmas!
(orders must be received by December 17th...and you don't need a paypal account to order!)

Thursday, October 16, 2008

My First Keepsake... "a meaningful and treasured gift."

"Zaida Baby - My First Keepsake" is thrilled to receive such a brilliant review by Mary, of Now Entering Momville.

"In person, "My First Keepsake" is even more breath-taking than the website could possibly illustrate. This book is rich with stunning images; if you have it sitting a top a table in your home, it would be appealing to anyone who leafed through it, not just family members. The book also has reassuring and timeless sentiments such as , "We'll both make mistakes as we embark on this journey together. And that's okay." The Zaida Baby book is written as a love letter from mother to child. Imagine your adult child reading those words, knowing you mouthed those phrases to her before she was ever born. This would be such a meaningful and treasured gift to give an expectant mother."



Now Entering Momville readers will get a chance to win "My First Keepsake" by
entering the Zaida Baby Designer Book giveaway. Simply tell Mary which of the book features you enjoy most. Here are a few responses so far...

  • "I like many of its features, but especially the page that says "How did it feel to hold me in your arms for the first time?""
  • "I love the inspirational love letter to the baby!"
  • "I love that there is not only a pregnancy journal with scrapbooking, but also a baby's first year with scrapbooking! How wonderful!"
  • "I like the prenatal pages. Everyone does the first year milestones but now you have a nice spot to write about when you first felt the baby move."
  • "I used my blog to mark many of the events of my pregnancy, but it won't be the same for her to read it on a blog, as it would be to read it from this super elegant book. That is what I like best - that it is elegant and will stand the test of time."



"My First Keepsake" can be purchased at the following local retailers: Chapters, Angel Worn, Room for Two, The Baby Depot, Nursery Rhymes and Is this Chair Taken.

Thursday, September 18, 2008

76 New Testimonials for "My First Keepsake" !

"Zaida Baby - My First Keepsake" has received phenomenal feedback during the 'does mommy love it' contest giveaway!! 76 responses made it their most successful giveaway so far! I am truly excited after reading all of the comments. This is a giant step forward in bringing awareness to the topic of prenatal bonding....and one step closer in helping to produce a future generation of emotionally secure and healthy children.

Here are just a few of the responses...
and just a few more reasons to love "My First Keepsake!"

  • "I think it is gorgeous! It would be a great present for the arrival of our son sometime in the next few weeks! I love the stuff you girls find. Keep up the good work!"
  • "this book is fabulous! i would love to have it!"
  • "I love the idea of having a classy baby book that can be kept out all the time!"
  • "My niece is expecting her first baby. I would love to give her this. Thank you so much!"
  • "This book is gorgeous! It’s so ‘hip’ compared to the other boring pink or blue books out there. LOVE IT!!"
  • "I would love to get this book for my stepson who is expecting his first child in January."
  • "i love this book and need one for the new one on the way!"
  • "I wish there would have been something like this when my daughter was born (she’s 4 now). I have someone special in mind if I win this. thanks so much."
  • "love it !! would be ‘fortunate’ to win this ‘gift’ ! my baby arrives in 5 weeks !! i will pass along the info. btw- ‘mommy LOVES your site’."
  • "The book looks so lovely and chic."
  • "I’d love to give this beautiful book to my daughter for her baby!"

Congratulations to Mary Jenkins! She replied..."You’ve sold me on it! My daughter is about to turn one, but I’d love to chop up the old baby book and paste it in the zaida book!"
Well Mary, it looks like you have a new project on your hands! Have fun...and it'll make a great bedtime storybook too.

"My First Keepsake" can be purchased at the following local retailers: Chapters, Angel Worn, Room for Two, The Baby Depot, Nursery Rhymes and Is this Chair Taken.

"My First Keepsake" can also be purchased online. Click here to order your copy today!
(and you don't need a paypal account to order!)


www.zaidababy.com/myfirstkeepsake


Friday, September 5, 2008

'Back to School Press for "My First Keepsake"'



Who says that you need to be outside of the womb to learn? Just because you don't have a school age child, doesn't mean that you have to wait until your child is 4 years old and off to kindergarten before you begin educating them. Medical research proves that unborn babies are capable of learning before they are born. This is considered to be the time when your baby is at its peak.

Tuesday, August 26, 2008

Mommy loves 'Zaida Baby - My First Keepsake!'


I'm truly honored that 'Zaida Baby - My First Keepsake' is featured on doesmommyloveit.com. The goal of the ladies behind this fun and fresh website is to help you, the reader, make better decisions on products that you may be thinking of purchasing. They strive 'to make your life with your children easier and more enjoyable'. Now that's great!

Each product is rated one of four ways:
  1. Mommy loves it.
  2. Mommy likes it.
  3. Mommy thinks it’s okay.
  4. Mommy says don’t bother.

And the final verdict is.....


"There is so much I could say about this book to get you to buy it. But I’ll let you wander through her site and discover the features along with her 15 reasons to read it instead. They are all true. At $59.95, this book is worth every penny and would be a great life-long gift for the expectant mother in your life".



Get your copy of 'Zaida Baby - My First Keepsake' for the expectant mom in your life and join Zaida Baby's goal to produce future generations of healthy, emotionally secure children!


www.zaidababy.com/myfirstkeepsake


Monday, August 25, 2008

Sweet Summer Day

A drive through the country on a sweet summer day.
I can't think of anything I love more.
What a perfect backdrop for capturing family at play.







Monday, July 7, 2008

Oprah wants to hear from you! New Moms...have you heard about "Zaida Baby - My First Keepsake"?

NEW MOMS: What did you get at your Baby Shower?

Oprah wants to hear from you about the BEST and WORST GIFTS you received when you were expecting a baby. So go ahead and tell her about "Zaida Baby - My First Keepsake"...the perfect gift for every expectant mother.

Contribute to the Oprah Winfrey Show here.

www.zaidababy.com/myfirstkeepsake

Friday, July 4, 2008

Enter to Win a Free Copy of 'Zaida Baby - My First Keepsake'!

Visit the Canadian Babies website for a chance to win a copy of 'Zaida Baby - My First Keepsake'!

Simply share your pregnancy announcement story....and the winning entry will be randomly drawn on July 7th.

Good luck!


www.zaidababy.com/myfirstkeepsake

Saturday, June 7, 2008

Zaida Baby - My First Keepsake and Toronto 4 babies.com


Toronto4Kids is a Free website dedicated to promoting what's best and what's available to children, parents and educators living in the Greater Toronto Area. In August 2006, Toronto4Kids launched www.toronto4babies.com a Free Online Directory for Babies & Tots (0-3 years). It also provides resources and information for Expecting Parents.

This months online issue of Toronto 4 babies.com features an article on the importance of prenatal bonding. Be sure to visit this informative website when preparing for your little one.



Monday, May 19, 2008

"Zaida Baby - My First Keepsake" available at Chapters!

Thanks to everyone who came out to Kitchener Chapters on a rainy long weekend. Prenatal bonding is so important and it was a pleasure to share that knowledge with you.


The inspirational love letter written from a parents perspective in "My First Keepsake" is an invaluable gift of love. Parents can read this affirmation to their unborn baby and start parenting months before their baby is even born. This love letter is mutually beneficial and you can repeat this affirmation daily...keeping this elegant black hardcover keepsake on your coffee table or nightstand.

Zaida Baby - My First Keepsake...for your lucky baby.
www.zaidababy.com/myfirstkeepsake


"Zaida Baby - My First Keepsake" available at Chapters!

Saturday, May 10, 2008

Zaida Baby takes a platform on the power of prenatal bonding.


Parenting starts before birth...
Learn the Importance of Prenatal Bonding
Chapters Kitchener (by Sportsworld)
Sunday May 18th, 2008
12pm - 2pm

Thursday, May 8, 2008

Zaida Baby - My First Keepsake review in Indie Birth 'zine'

Indie Birth is a online publication and a 'zine' that is published by Maryn Leister...who is also the pregnancy editor for BellaOnline. Indie Birth's propose is "to fire up the minds of modern-day mamas, so that they are inspired, educated and aware of all the choices surrounding them concerning their pregnancies and births."

I love this.

Maryn contacted me after reviewing my book for BellaOnline (a review that I am so proud of) and asked if she could publish it in Indie Birth also. Of course I am thrilled. Thank you Maryn for connecting with "My First Keepsake" the way that you have. I am so touched by your words and take delight in knowing that I have succeeded in creating something that will challenge the way that people think about pregnancy and birth.

To read Maryn's 'zine' publication click here.

Prenatal bonding is so important and "My First Keepsake" will help parents to establish an emotional connection with their unborn baby.

When do you start loving your baby? www.zaidababy.com/myfirstkeepsake

Friday, April 25, 2008

Zaida Baby supports the Poster Boy Campaign

For a great cause!

The 105.3 Kool FM Poster Boy Campaign is now underway. Get involved to help raise money for The Grand River Regional Cancer Centre. You can make donations at the Poster Boy location...in front of the Grand River Hospital, or on-line here.

The annual Poster Boy auction is being held at Conestoga Mall tomorrow, Saturday April 26th from noon until 5pm in the centre court area. Hundreds of items are being auctioned at amazing prices, and the best part is that all of the money raised will go directly to The Grand River Regional Cancer Centre.

Click here to see the overwhelming list of contributions from the community...including a donation by yours truly.

Look for Zaida Baby under 'Once in a Lifetime'.

A word from Kool FM's Jason Herrington.


www.zaidababy.com

Saturday, April 12, 2008

Zaida Baby and Blue Skies Yoga

I have had the pleasure of getting to know Janine Keller, owner of Blue Skies Yoga over the past few months. She invited me into her prenatal yoga class where I sat amongst her "goddess's" and enjoyed the relaxation these mom-to-be's had come to experience. This was my first introduction to yoga, and I have to say that I certainly enjoyed it. The class finished with a palm full of cream to massage onto my belly and then a group reading from "My First Keepsake". When Janine asked me to do a book reading with her class I was thrilled. It was a great opportunity to talk to these mothers about the power of prenatal bonding and to share my "baby" with them. I have already been back once to talk to a new prenatal class, and I look forward to classes to come!

Blue Skies Yoga has opened an Eco Store!


www.zaidababy.com/myfirstkeepsake

Sunday, March 30, 2008

Zaida Baby celebrates Earth Hour.

Zaida Baby is a company committed to making a difference in this world. If we all take small steps together in the same direction, then we literally create the world we visualize....and if we can see it with our mind then we can make it a reality. By supporting Earth Hour we did our part to promote electricity conservation.


www.zaidababy.com

Wednesday, March 12, 2008

Zaida Baby - My First Keepsake, BellaOnline Product Review!

Providing "an encouraging, supportive publishing community for women" is the mission statement behind BellaOnline. BellaOnline offers a wide array of resources to woman. Topics include health and fitness, family, hobbies and crafts, home and garden....but these are really just a few. You'll just have to see for yourself! And why not start with something that I am very proud of?
Zaida Baby - My First Keepsake
was reviewed by the pregnancy editor, Maryn Leister. And what a brilliant review!

"Sandy's book will help remind any pregnant woman, no matter where she comes from, that it is okay to love her body and to love the process and that there is value in connecting with her baby way before birth. And that she, as well as her baby, is truly fortunate (the meaning of “zaida”)".

Click here to read the full article.



www.zaidababy.com/myfirstkeepsake

Sunday, March 9, 2008

Zaida Baby - My First Keepsake at Chapter's Waterloo

Looking for an opportunity to get up close with Zaida Baby - My First Keepsake? Come and visit me today at Chapter's in Waterloo from 1-3pm where I will be demonstrating various ways to fill out this unique keepsake. See you there!


www.zaidababy.com/myfirstkeepsake

Sunday, March 2, 2008

Canadian Babies Product Showcase...Featuring Zaida Baby - My First Keepsake!


Visit Canadian Babies...an A-Z directory for all things baby! "Canadian Babies is THE online resource for new and expecting parents in Canada!" And while you're there be sure to check out the product showcase where you will find a brilliant product review on Zaida Baby - My First Keepsake"

My favourite line..."Of course, this makes a great shower gift too! Your friend, sister or daughter will thank you for acknowledging her modern, stylish and elegant side!"

Visit www.zaidababy.com/myfirstkeepsake for more details on this must-have keepsake!

Wednesday, February 27, 2008

Zaida Baby - My First Keepsake Retailers

I understand that ordering online is not for everyone...so if you're the kind of person that would rather get out and shop (I know I am!) then here are a list of 'fortunate' retailers that are carrying Zaida Baby - My First Keepsake! Happy Shopping!


  • Angel Worn - Waterloo, On
  • Chapters - Kitchener, On
  • Chapters - Waterloo, On
  • Domestic Abode -online retailer in Vancouver
  • Is this Chair taken? - New Hamburg, On
  • Nursery Rhymes - Brantford, On
  • Room For Two - Kitchener, On
  • The Baby Depot - Kitchener, On
  • Tobi Blatt - San Diego, California

www.zaidababy.com/myfirstkeepsake

Thursday, February 21, 2008

Zaida Baby - My First Keepsake and Chapters Waterloo!


Great news! Our local Waterloo Chapters has invited me to join in a book signing/demonstration on March 9th between 1 and 3pm. During this time, I will demonstrate how easy Zaida Baby - My First Keepsake is to fill out.

So...I was hoping to get a little help from you and your friends. I am looking for snapshots of your little ones to put into the following categories...


  • Baby's first photograph
  • A photograph holding your baby
  • Baby's homecoming
  • Special people to remember (midwife, first house guests, special visitors...)
  • Something funny (I'd like to see a picture involving spaghetti here!)
  • A big smile
  • Baby's first haircut
  • Baby's first birthday
  • A bathtub shot....yes...can't have a baby keepsake book without the bathtub shot!
  • A photograph of your house
  • A photograph of your grandparents
  • A family photograph

...you may send 4x6's, 5x7's or 8x10's (contact me for my mailing address) or send jpeg images to me at sandy@zaidababy.com


I look forward to some great shots!

www.zaidababy.com/myfirstkeepsake

Wednesday, February 20, 2008

Zaida Baby supports Breastfeeding in our Community.

This is for all the mothers who fear breastfeeding their baby publicly..."think of it not as your right to breastfeed, but as your baby's right to eat". This statement was made today at the Region of Waterloo's Public Health 'Baby-Friendly Initiative Forum' on Breastfeeding in our Community. And doesn't that just say it all? Among today's speakers was Barbara Hall, of Ontario's Human Rights Commission. I listened intently as she spoke about the rights of pregnant woman and really felt saddened to learn that there are pregnant woman who are being discriminated against for breastfeeding in public. In Ontario, woman are legally protected from harassment and discrimination because of their gender....and this protection includes pregnancy and breastfeeding. For information on your rights as a pregnant woman, visit the Ontario Human Rights Commission . Knowledge is Power!

www.zaidababy.com

Sunday, February 17, 2008

Win 'Zaida Baby - My First Keepsake' with the Avannabel Baby Boutique Photo Contest!







Zaida Baby
is proud to be the photo contest sponsor for the Avannabel Baby Boutique Photo Contest!


Details...Current contest: Ends 2/28/08.
To celebrate the month of love- send us a photo of your little one at his or hers "sweetest". For example, a photo of your child hugging a sibling or kissing the family pet. Our prize is a beautiful keepsake journal from Zaida Baby. A $60 prize!

For details on the contest, or to find the most amazing products for your little one, please check out the Avannabel Baby Boutique!

www.zaidababy.com/myfirstkeepsake

Tuesday, February 5, 2008

Zaida Baby - Back in Business!


I am excited to announce that Zaida Baby - My First Keepsake is being very well received and is flying out the door to homes across Canada and the United States! As a result of this success, the photography component of Zaida Baby is now back in business...so please keep me in mind if you are celebrating a pregnancy or a little one and I would be happy to come to your home to photograph this special time. I look forward to working with you....happy pregnancy!

www.zaidababy.com

Monday, January 28, 2008

A letter from the author behind Zaida Baby - My First Keepsake.

Zaida Baby = 'lucky' or 'fortunate' baby

Meaning 'fortunate baby' Zaida Baby - My First Keepsake was created to reach a large audience. Having worked directly or indirectly with children for over 20 years, I decided that I wanted to be someone who could make a difference in their lives. The concept of the first 95 pages of my book are meant to speak to you, the reader...like chicken soup for the soul, but with beautiful maternity and baby photography that is meant to touch your soul as you begin on your own pregnancy journey. Perhaps it's your first child, or your third. But when you read Zaida Baby - My First Keepsake to your pregnant belly you are doing wonders for your baby! Your voice is the most important thing for your child to hear. Not music...music comes second. Parents' voices are number one. When you read 'Zaida Baby - My First Keepsake' to your belly you will create a positive environment in which your baby will thrive. And it also caters to your emotional needs with the pregnancy journal...oh...and then there's all the fun things to fill out for your baby's first year!!! And it's not overwhelming. You can finish this keepsake and you will pass it on. What a special moment...and what a fascinating journey you are on.

And hey....friends are always looking for unique shower gifts. Why not drop a Zaida Baby hint :)

www.zaidababy.com/myfirstkeepsake

Thursday, January 24, 2008

Zaida Baby - My First Keepsake...the New Maternity Trend.

Zaida Baby - My First Keepsake....the new baby book on the market that is also the new trend. Mothers everywhere are ordering this book and it is pretty exciting to see! The whole intention for this book was to reach a large audience, and we are well on the way! It has such a positive message and allows expecting mothers the time to sit and relax and enjoy reading to her belly, knowing that it is the healthiest thing that she could be doing. Begin your journey of positive pregnancy and join mothers everywhere as you experience for yourself how wonderful this book really is.

www.zaidababy.com/myfirstkeepsake

Monday, January 14, 2008

Top 15 reasons to purchase the 'Zaida Baby - My First Keepsake' book

More than a pregnancy journal, a baby book and a coffee table book....this keepsake has it all! Here are the top 15 reasons why you should purchase Zaida Baby - My First Keepsake, either for yourself or as a gift for an expecting friend.

1. It's one-of-a-kind!Zaida Baby - My First Keepsakeis in a class of its own! It is the first baby book to include a storybook for your belly. The first 95 pages of this keepsake begin your journey of positive pregnancy. As you read aloud to your belly, your baby begins to grow and develop in a safe and nurturing environment. Medical research proves that parents' voices are the most important sounds in a baby's environment...and simple conversations have such a huge impact on your child's self-confidence. This story is very positive, and it reminds parents about the important things in life. This positive story is accompanied by stunning black and white photography, both maternity and baby. The photographs are warm and touching and celebrate the beauty of pregnancy. (Like chicken soup for the soul, but with photography that speaks to a mothers soul as she begins on her own pregnancy journey).

2. It's making a difference! Zaida Baby - My First Keepsake is already making a difference in the lives of children. Reading this positive story to an unborn baby will impact their lives in many ways. A book titled, 'The Secret Life of the Unborn Child' by Dr. Thomas Verny, details two decades worth of medical research that proves your unborn baby is...
* Capable of learning.
* Able to hear and respond to voices and sounds.
* Sensitive to his/her parents' feelings about him/her.
* Capable of responding to love.
* An active, feeling human being.
Prenatal and birth experiences form the foundation of human personality. Dr. Verny writes, "Everything we become or hope to become, our relationships with ourselves, our parents, our friends - all are influenced by what happens to us in these two critical periods". So, make sure that you are providing your child with the best environment while he's/she's in utero. And what better way than by reading such a positive story with such a positive message?

3. It's all in one! Zaida Baby - My First Keepsake provides mothers with an emotional outlet during pregnancy, allowing them to journal their thoughts and feelings. And with the growing trend of maternity photography, mothers can include their own maternity photographs. In baby's first year, parents can write funny stories, sweet stories and preserve all of those precious first year memories, including many spaces for photograph's. Also, Zaida Baby - My First Keepsake is a time capsule. In a section titled 'The Price Of Life', parents can record the cost of a loaf of bread and a package of diapers etc. How fun to own a keepsake that tells you these details about the year that you were born?

4. It's uplifting. Zaida Baby - My First Keepsake is all about positive pregnancy. From the story that you read to your belly, to the memories that you preserve.

5. It's do-able. The information that you gather is fun and easy to fill out. Zaida Baby - My First Keepsake is the kind of keepsake that you can actually finish!

6. It was made just for you! Zaida Baby - My First Keepsake was designed for expecting mothers worldwide. This keepsake speaks to multi-cultural, faith-based and mainstream audiences.

7. It's a unique keepsake. Zaida Baby - My First Keepsakeis the perfect keepsake to pass down to your child. It is so fun and easy to fill out...you will finish this book! And just like keepsakes are meant to do, you will pass this on one day. And what an amazing thing to share with your 20 year old! They will remember the story that you read to them every day inside the womb, and they will thank you for being such a positive role-model.

8. It's fresh, it's different and it's unlike any other baby book on the market! Zaida Baby - My First Keepsake is a refreshing alternative to the current baby books on the market. This keepsake is like no other. It's like a keepsake for your heart and your baby's heart.

9. It celebrates the beauty of pregnancy. Zaida Baby - My First Keepsake celebrates how far women have come in the 21st century. Pregnancy used to be hidden under baggy clothes...now it's all about celebrating the growing life inside of you!

10. It's for all mothers! Zaida Baby - My First Keepsake can be used by single mothers, and two parent families.

11. It's stylish. Done in black linen with silver foil stamping, Zaida Baby - My First Keepsake is pure elegance.

12.
It's durable. Zaida Baby - My First Keepsake contains 144, 100lb pages (meaning 144 pages of great quality paper!) surrounded by a hardcover exterior.

13.
It's portable. Zaida Baby - My First Keepsake measures 8x10 inches...the perfect size to carry with you in your purse or diaper bag! (Fill it out while you are waiting to meet a friend for lunch!)

14. It's FSC approved. Zaida Baby - My First Keepsake is printed on high quality paper that is certified to the standards of the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC), meaning that the fibers used in its manufacture have come from well-managed forests.

15. It's 'home' made. Zaida Baby - My First Keepsake was produced in North America!


Begin your journey of positive pregnancy with this must-have keepsake for the modern mom. Order now!

If these 15 reasons are not enough, check out sample pages at
Zaida Baby - My First Keepsake

www.zaidababy.com/myfirstkeepsake




Friday, January 4, 2008

Zaida Baby and OBGYN clinics Nationwide!

I met Jon Harb while at the Mom2B trade show in California. His company, Mother's Intuition Inc, has been in the baby and maternity business now for seven years. They are the manufacturers of Bella B Natural Bodycare, including the ever popular with pregnant celebrities...Tummy Honey Butter - for stretch mark prevention. (Gwyneth Paltrow and Christina Aguilera to name a couple fans).

Jon invited me to join him in a
Co'op OB marketing program that has just been launched. This marketing program distributed 221,000 booklets featuring posh momma and baby products to OBGYN clinics nationwide, along with samples of Tummy Honey Butter! A full page ad showcases Zaida Baby - My First Keepsake. Click here to see other posh products advertised.

Wednesday, January 2, 2008

Zaida Baby winning on Google!


Zaida Baby currently commands ALL TOP 5 RESULTS ON GOOGLE. Have you googled Zaida Baby lately?

When you do, you'll see that the world's most popular search engine knows about Zaida Baby.

Try for yourself... Click here to google Zaida Baby.