Child Development: The First Two Years


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AWARD WINNER: National Education Film Video Festival Dove Foundation Family Approved Seal National Health Information- Merit Award

Raising a child is an exciting experience that can seem overwhelming. This enhanced DVD Video Guide, with its many Bonus Features, has been designed especially for all parents and caregivers, with the assistance of leading childhood authorities. It will help give you the confidence to face this immense challenge, and assure that your child has the chance to benefit from the fullest and most supportive early care and guidance. You will see babies just like yours involved in everyday activities. Their develop-mental periods are divided into 0-3 months, 3-6 months, 6-12 months and 12-24 months to make understanding and application easy.

SOME OF THE TOPICS COVERED
Physical Growth
Nutrition
Mobility and Motor Skills
Breastfeeding
Mouthing and Gumming
Creeping-Crawling
Bottle Feeding
Standing-Walking
Sensory Development
Separation Anxiety
Extrusion Reflex
Holding/Grasping
Playing with Other Children
Stimulation
Food Sensitivities
Teething
Diapers
Food Introduction
Transition to Finger-Foods
Rashes
Signs of Overstimulation
Eating Utensils
Language Development
Nutritional Labels
Language Development II
Sounds and Communication
Playpen Use
Positive Reinforcement

The knowledge of what your child is experiencing, coupled with love, patience and a sense of humor, will add to your child's self-confidence...and your own sense of satisfaction. It will help you to nurture your baby and create the best possible environment for your child can learn and develop.

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Childbirth: From The Inside Out (Part 1- Pregnancy and The Pre-Natal Period)


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WINNER OF...
American Video Conference/Billboard Magazine
National Education Film & Video Festival
American Film & Video Festival
V.S.D.A. "Homer" Awards- Finalist

This two-part series presents comprehensive, medically sound information that deals simply and honestly with the many aspects of childbirth. It answers many of the sensitive questions of parents-to-be, enables them to formulate a list of concerns to discuss with their physician, and promotes a healthier, safer pregnancy.

Part 1 of this six-phase program series takes us from pregnancy and the planning stages up to the actual delivery. Areas covered include Amniocentesis and Ultrasound, morning sickness and drugs. Group discussions, exercise segments and actual births make this the most comprehensive program of its kind.

This extensive enhanced DVD production includes an Interactive Pregnancy Risk Test, a Pregnancy Checklist, phase-by-phase reviews and other Bonus Features. CHILDBIRTH: FROM INSIDE OUT was written and hosted by Dr. John Tyson, an internationally recognized medical scientist and clinician, who has worked for over 20 years as a broadcast communicator of medical information. Dr. Tyson's background includes teaching, research and a clinical practice for 12 years in Obstetrics and Gynecology at The Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. He also brings great knowledge as an experienced physician, personally involved with the conduct of over 3,000 pregnancies.

PART 1 PREGNANCY & THE PRE-NATAL PERIOD
Phase 1- Preparing for Pregnancy
Phase 2- Nutrition and Exercise
Phase 3- Psychology of Pregnancy

DVD BONUS FEATURES
Over 40 Chapter Selections
Instant Access to All Chapter
Bonus Pregnancy Risk Tests
Bonus Pregnancy Checklists
Warning Signs
Bonus MusicL
Dolby Digital Stereo Audio
Digitally Mastered Audio & Video
Multi-Directional Interactive Menus

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Childbirth From Inside Out (Part 2: Delivery and the Post-Natal Period)


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This two-part series presents comprehensive, medically sound information that deals simply and honestly with the many aspects of childbirth. It answers many of the sensitive questions of parents-to-be, enables them to formulate a list of concerns to discuss with their physician, and promotes a healthier, safer pregnancy. CHILDBIRTH: FROM INSIDE OUT contains 2½ hours of information divided into six phases, covering the following topics:

Part 2 of this six-phase program series covers the actual delivery and post-natal care. Areas covered include labor room procedures, anesthetics, the various stages of labor, examination of the baby and breast feeding. Further sections on birth control, circumci- sion, bathing, diapering and post-partum depression make this the most comprehensive program of its kind.

This extensive enhanced DVD production includes an Interactive Pregnancy Risk Test, a Pregnancy Checklist, phase-by-phase reviews and other Bonus Features.

PART 2 - DELIVERY & THE POST-NATAL PERIOD
Phase 4- The Hospital Experience
Phase 5- Labor and Delivery
Phase 6- Post-Natal Care

DVD BONUS FEATURES:
Over 70 Chapter Selections
Instant Access to All Chapters
Bonus Pregnancy Risk Test
Bonus Pregnancy Checklist
Warning Signs
Bonus Music
Dolby Digital Stereo Audio
Digitally Mastered Audio & Video
Multi-Directional Interactive Menus

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Yoga Complete for Weight Loss


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YOUR NEEDS CHANGE EVERY DAY, SO SHOULD YOUR DVD!

Yoga Complete for Weight Loss™ combines the awareness and cultivation of the mind-body connection with routines that will physically challenge and tone your body. These workouts are designed to transform how your body looks and feels, while developing a deeper understanding of the issues surrounding weight management and control. Besides working core muscles, legs and arms, Mary uses the deeper aspects of yoga to actually affect your metabolism and stress levels, which studies have shown have a direct relationship to weight issues. With over 20 customized routines to suit your physical and scheduling needs, there is no better way to learn, progress and experience yoga in your home.

The Interactive Personal Trainer™ revolutionizes the practice of yoga in the home. Unlike other videos that may contain one or two workouts, this DVD contains dozens of workouts of varied lengths and purposes. Get into shape, relieve stress, increase energy, become stronger and more flexible with your own Interactive Personal Trainer™.

Mary Pappas-Sandonas is renowned for her warm, encouraging and precise approach to teaching yoga. As a certified Iyengar yoga teacher with an M.S. in exercise physiology, Mary has had a keen interest in the mind-body connection for over 20 years. In particular, Mary has explored extensively the connection between yoga, our mental and physical habits and weight control. Mary teaches at the Unity Woods Yoga Center in the Washington D.C. area and resides in Maryland.

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