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And the Winner of the Om Baby Pregnancy & Parenting Center 6 Class Giveaway is…

Grace Lightner — Sat, 17 Jul 2010 13:14:48 +0000

The lucky winner is the writer of comment #22! The awesome Laura!

Congrats! We will send you information on contacting Holly to arrange for your 6 free classes!

Thank you for everyone who entered and shared the news of the Giveaway!

And a big thank you to Holly Keich and Om Baby Pregnancy & Parenting Center for offering such a great prize!

If you are pregnant or a parent in the Central PA area and you embrace a healthy lifestyle for yourself & your family, then check them out. Om Baby offers a large variety of classes and workshops for expecting parents, new parents and children. Classes range from yoga, art, healthy lifestyle, birth preparation, guidance for parenting & so much more!

You can also check Om Baby out on Facebook!

Above is the screen shot of how we chose our winner. The comment was picked according to the time it was left and the entry was checked for eligibility.

A Giveaway (6 Classes!!!) & Interview with Holly Keich of Om Baby Pregnancy & Parenting Center

Grace Lightner — Wed, 23 Jun 2010 14:31:47 +0000

Enjoy the following interview with the beautifully passionate & positive Holly Keich founder of Om Baby Pregnancy & Parenting Center. Then enter for a chance to win a free class 6 Free Classes at Om Baby!

That is right as of 6/25, Om Baby has just announced they will be giving away not 1 but 6 Free Classes! Take a whole session or bring a friend and split it with them!

How long has Om Baby Pregnancy & Parenting Center been in business?

I started teaching Prenatal Yoga when I became pregnant with my son, Hayden, in 2007. I continued teaching yoga after my maternity leave and began to seek an alternative to my full-time job that would compliment the yoga. It has been a slow progression starting with one workshop, then leading to another. Often adding classes and workshop that I was interested in as a naturally minded mama, but couldn’t find in the area. One thing led to another and Om Baby was officially born in January 2009 with our first Natural Baby Workshop.

What kind of classes and workshops do you offer?

Om Baby seeks to provide support from pre-conception to parenting a teen (eventually). We offer a whole host of classes from fertility yoga, natural childbirth classes, lactation consults, parent/child classes including art, gardening, music, yoga, martial arts and more as well as parenting and natural living workshops. Our offerings have grown tremendously since our move in March of this year. Definitely check out our website to see all that we offer including our boutique and services too!

Who is Om Baby for and what is the mission behind Om Baby?

Om Baby is for the naturally minded parent. The mama who wants to do the best for their child in the midst of what seems to be an ever increasing toxic world. The papa who wants a meaningful connection with their child in a society that seems to be spinning too fast. At it’s heart, Om Baby is for me. Om Baby is a community of like-minded parents. Om Baby is for you! Om Baby believes that you should have access to comprehensive information and resources that promote toxic-free and earth-friendly parenting even before the birth of your child. Creating a community that supports you through the journey of parenting and helps you find the answers that are right for you and your family.

Can you give us some insight on what made you start Om Baby?

The insemination of Om Baby certainly began with the presence of my son. After 2 years of trying to conceive, we finally became pregnant in 2007. An event that has certainly changed my life in many ways. Without Hayden, there would not have been Om Baby. I am the type of person (yes, Type A) that needs to know everything when plunging into something new. Well parenthood, was certainly a new frontier and no different in my approach to tackle the mountain of information out there on the topic. Throughout my pregnancy, I became more and more focused on the natural birth and natural parenting and really began to tune in to the strength, amazement and spirit in what it means to be a woman, a mother, a creator of life. Much of what I found in mainstream birthing was missing this aspect and so I felt a need to create Om Baby to fill the gap.

How long have you been teaching yoga?

I started teaching Ashtanga yoga at Be Fit Mind & Body Yoga studio in 2005, mentoring through the owner, Bobbi Misiti. I’ve been teaching Prenatal Yoga since I became pregnant with my son in 2007 and Baby & Toddler Yoga is a more recent addition last year. I’ll be starting to teach Fertility Yoga this summer and adding a Children’s Yoga class this Fall. Yoga has been a passion for me since my very first class in 2002. I’ve seen the benefits in mind and body and also seen just how beneficial it is as I have less time to do my own practice as the business grows.

What has been the best part for you since you started Om Baby?

Meeting all the wonderful people in the area. It’s made me more aware of my community, more connected and more of an advocate for grassroots programs and local businesses as well.

Can you tell us something about yourself that people would be surprised to know?

Hmmm, that’s a hard one. I think the thing most people are surprised to hear these days is that I also have a full-time job on top of all the I do at Om Baby. It’s been a challenge to accomplish it all and most days, I don’t. It’s been an interesting juggling act, but knowing the benefits that Om Baby is providing to families and the community keeps me going.

Anything special for Om Baby coming up this summer you would like to share?

I’m especially proud of our collaboration this summer with Wooden Hill Farms. They’ve been providing awesome Little Gardeners classes on-site at their farm. The classes are so fun and it’s always a joy to visit them and see the kids dig in the dirt and connect with nature. Starting in July, I’m also very excited to offer a Mindful Parenting Support Group meetings led by Joshua O’Brien, founder of the Meditation Community of Central Pennsylvania. You get the opportunity to ask questions about how to be mindful in your everyday practice of parenting and also practice those skills with your children present at the meeting. In late August, we are also working on a Summer Science Camp led by Kathy Eckhaus of Music Together in Susquehanna Valley. Therapist, Pam Moran will be presenting a workshop All About Sleep… a common topic of concern for many parents with young children. We’ve added some fun and creative workshops too like BellyCasting and First Impressions where you create and decorate ceramic print keepsakes for your child (a great idea for early Christmas gifts!) In August we’ll also be having a picnic social and kid’s movie night at Om Baby on August 7th. Hope you can come check us out, bring a friend and enjoy a fun, relaxing time with the family!

Thank you Holly!

I can personally vouch that the Wooden Hill Little Gardner’s class is so incredibly awesome & fun for the entire family! And the Art 4 Kids class is wonderful too!

Om Baby is giving away 6 free classes!

Due to the change in prize we will now be accepting entries through July 15, 2010!

A winner will be announced July 16, 2010!

To enter, just do any of the following (please leave a separate comment for each entry):

1. Post “Om Baby Center in Camp Hill is giving away a free class! To enter go to http://www.gracelightnerphotography.com/blog/2010/06/om-baby-pregnancy-parenting-center-central-pa-photographer/” on your Facebook, Twitter or local online parenting forum or group Then leave a comment here with a link to your post.

2. Go to Om Baby on Facebook and click “Like” to follow them.

3. Subscribe to the Om Baby E-Newsletter at http://www.ombabycenter.com/Contact_Us.html#Mailing_List.

4. Go to Grace Lightner Photography on Facebook and click ”Like” to follow us.

5. Subscribe to the Grace Lightner Photography photo blog to receive weekly doses of inspirational eye candy and to be the first to know about future giveaways!

Then leave a separate comment on this blog post for each of your entries. You can enter a maximum of 5 times to win!

For more information on Om Baby and it’s current schedule of classes & workshops, please visit their website at http://www.ombabycenter.com/.

Central PA’s Modern Photographer | Grace Lightner Photography

And the Winner is…

Grace Lightner — Sat, 01 May 2010 18:08:26 +0000

From the post http://www.gracelightnerphotography.com/blog/2010/04/another-giveaway-central-pa-photographer/

Comment #9! Which is Erin! Awesome!!! With final proofs on the way from her Family Portrait Session this couldn’t have been a better win! Congratulations!

Stay tuned we will continue to have more fun ways to win regularly. Have a beautiful weekend!

Grace

Keepin it Fresh! – Harrisburg & Central PA’s Refreshingly Modern Studio & On Location Photographer – Grace Lightner Photography

Another Giveaway!

Grace Lightner — Fri, 16 Apr 2010 13:58:14 +0000

Okay time for our 2nd Blog hosted Giveaway! And a fun new way to win!

We are giving away a $50 Gift Card for use at Grace Lightner Photography.

Use it towards the cost of a session (Mini Sessions are only $50!). Or towards your favorite prints, services & products.

Who can enter:

Must be 18 or over to enter and use a valid e-mail address to post. Helps if you are local or willing to travel as well =)

How to win:

3 ways to win!

Post this on your Facebook Status: “Grace Lightner Photography is giving away a $50 Gift Card! Enter at http://www.gracelightnerphotography.com/blog/2010/04/another-giveaway-central-pa-photographer/!“ Then come back to this post and leave a comment letting us know you updated your FB Status!
Tweet this: “Grace Lightner Photography is giving away a $50 Gift Card! Enter at http://www.gracelightnerphotography.com/blog!“ Then come back to this post and leave a comment letting us know you tweeted!
Spread the word on a favorite local forum: “Grace Lightner Photography is giving away a $50 Gift Card! Enter at http://www.gracelightnerphotography.com/blog/2010/04/another-giveaway-central-pa-photographer/!“ Then come back to this post and paste the link to it in the comments section!

Be sure to leave a separate comment for each different one, limit 3 entries (1 for each of the above 3 ways)!

Winner will receive:

A $50 Gift Card that you can use at Grace Lightner Photography. Your Gift Card will be mailed to you once we confirm your shipping address.

Drawing will be held:

We will be accepting comments through April 30, 2010 at 12pm & announcing the winner May 1, 2010!

We will use random.org to pick a lucky winner.

And we will be checking those FB, tweets & post links, so even if you update them just be sure you don’t remove or erase them!

Don’t forget to subscribe to our blog so you can see if you won!

Central PA’s Stylishly Modern Portrait & Wedding Photographer – Grace Lightner Photography

Spring Giveaway Results! And the Winner is…

Grace Lightner — Wed, 31 Mar 2010 13:00:17 +0000

And the winner is comment #17… Paula Brooks! And to no surprise, she was the top commenter on our Spring Giveaway Blog Post! Way to go Paula! A $50 Gift Card will be sent out to you in the mail.

We will be posting many more giveaways on our blog this year, so be sure to subscribe to the Grace Lightner Photography Blog by e-mail so you are the first to hear about them and have the best chance of winning the next time!

Eliciting & Capturing Those Beautiful Smiles – Harrisburg & Central PA Photographer - Grace Lightner Photography

Spring Giveaway!

Grace Lightner — Mon, 01 Mar 2010 17:29:39 +0000

Okay time for our first Blog hosted Giveaway! Like most in the area we can’t stop thinking & hoping for the arrival of Spring so we are going to ring in it’s welcome with a Giveaway!

We are giving away a $50 Gift Card for use at Grace Lightner Photography.

Use it towards the cost of a session (Mini Sessions are only $50!). Or towards your favorite prints, services & products.

Who can enter:

Must be 18 or over to enter and use a valid e-mail address to post. Helps if you are local or willing to travel as well =)

How to enter:

Just post a comment to this blog post! No more than 1 post per person per day, but you can post every day to increase your chances of winning! No spam or innappropriate postings please.

Winner will receive:

A $50 Gift Card that you can use at Grace Lightner Photography. Your Gift Card will be mailed to you once we confirm your shipping address.

Drawing will be held:

We will be accepting comments through March 29 & announcing the winner on our blog March 31!

We will use random.org to pick a lucky winner.

Don’t forget to subscribe to our blog so you can see if you won!

Not sure what to post? Here are some suggestions…

“Pick me!!!”

“I hope I win!”

“I’m over winter & ready for some sweet Spring Portraits!”

“The thing I most look forward to about spring is…”

“I’m going to use my GC for _______!”

“I want you to rock out our portraits!”

“I can’t wait for you to create the most awesome & best looking portraits we’ve ever had done!”

“I can’t wait to come back for more because your images are so amazing & make us look GORGEOUS!”

Providing the Harrisburg area with cool giveaways & delightfully fun & personalized portrait sessions! Photographer Grace Lightner

Om Baby Open House is March 13!

Grace Lightner — Wed, 24 Feb 2010 13:11:42 +0000

Om Baby Pregnancy & Parenting Center is moving into a brand new space along Market Street in the quaint and lovely Camp Hill area!

Mark your calendars, their Open House is Saturday March 13, 2010 from 10am – 1pm.

The new studio is located at:

2201 Market Street, Camp Hill, PA 17011

Holly will be giving out gift bags full of goodies to the 1st 50 visitors.

We have donated 15% off Session Fee Coupons for those Gift Bags!

Stop by to check out & admire the new location, learn about the upcoming classes and workshops & to just meet & mingle with Holly! You’ll be drawn by her passion and excited by the positivity Om Baby will spread in the community!

I will also be dropping by to check out the new place and chat with some new and familiar faces.

We are also proud & excited to be hanging some of our portrait artwork in the new space to add to the ambiance!

What is Om Baby? It is For more information on Om Baby please visit their website at http://www.ombabycenter.com/

Om Baby Pregnancy & Parenting Center

Camp Hill Photographer – Grace Lightner Photography

Holiday Open House at Om Baby December 5!

Grace Lightner — Sat, 14 Nov 2009 18:44:00 +0000

Parents & soon to be parents, mark your calendars!

Om Baby Pregnancy & Parenting Center is holding a Holiday Open House!
When: December 5 from 1pm-8pm
Where: 834 Rear Market Street in Lemoyne
What:

Free Admission
Free classes & workshops held throughout the day
Gift Bags loaded with goodies for the 1st 50 participants which includes a $50 Gift Card to Grace Lightner Photography
Silent Auction to benefit Capital Area Head Start families
Baby Items being sold to benefit Yogini for Uganda

We are are donating a HUGE Deluxe Portrait Package worth over $870 to the Silent Auction which includes:

2 Hour Personalized Portrait Session
The Book – gorgeous custom layouts with all the breathtaking images from your session
Metallic custom cover upgrade to The Book (sample shown below)
$100 worth of Prints & Products

For more information about this Open House please contact Holly at 717-761-4975 and visit the links above.

And don’t forget to tell your friends and bring them along!

Anya – Quite the Doll!

Grace Lightner — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 18:51:00 +0000

As a proud sponsor of an AWESOME local Mom’s Group, I donated a session package to help raise funds for their meetups as well as sponsored their 1st years Meetup.com dues. If you are a new stay at home mom in the area, definitely check this group out. They are truly a group of sweet, diverse, friendly and fun Moms (& Dad) who love to socialize with each other and with their kids. (They are currently closed to new members but should be accepting more in Spring 2010).

So the winner this year was actually a pair of very familiar faces from the past, Michelle & her beautiful little Anya. We actually tried for an outdoor family shoot that must have been jinxed because after 4 foiled attempts we decided to just shoot at the studio with Anya.

So everytime I see and photograph Anya (this will be my 3rd!) I am taken aback at how much she resembles a Porcelain Doll. Looks only of course as her personality is far from fragile or frozen, it is bursting with energy and delightful effervescence.

Enjoy!
Grace