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Family Portraits: You Don't Have to Hate Them Anymore

2009-10-25T18:28:48-07:00

A Better Way to Take a Family Portrait

You should know about the Simple Portrait Project. It's family portraits like you've never seen them before. Forget matchy-matchy and staged poses. Just be yourself, run around, bring your dogs, your kids or just yourself, and end up with a few captivating photos of you and yours. You might even find yourself having some fun too.

You walk away with a CD of pictures you can print for family holiday cards, Christmas or Hanukkah gifts, and get a piece of art that captures your family's personality. I've even booked a session for my whole family--all 16 of us! First family like that this decade!

Date Night Ideas

2009-10-25T18:25:18-07:00

Date Night Ideas

Learn a few tricks for getting discounts on dinner. Michael Peterson, the new chef at the White House Inn in West Chester, says he's making changes to the menu, including lobster macaroni and cheese with smoked gouda. Every Tuesday four different wines are offered at $5 per bottle. Throughout November, The White House will celebrate its 20th anniversary by offering 20 percent off the whole menu.

Get special deals and free meals at other restaurants by signing up for their e-mail lists. Mimi's Café offers a free breakfast; the Melting Pot offers a free chocolate fondue for two and Red Robin will treat you to a free burger on your birthday. Barresi's in Deer Park offers a $36 special on a take-out dinner for four people. In November and December, the special will be lobster ravioli with zeppole and salad. Read these tips and more at Cincinnati.com.

Our Sitters Change the World

2009-09-29T18:11:54-07:00

BabysitEase Sitters Cross Borders

BabysitEase provides families with sitters who desire to positively impact children not only here in the Cincinnati area, but also throughout the world. Two of these outstanding women will be traveling to India and Africa to help make a difference in the lives of people in those countries. The give back attitude and love for kids is what makes these women great sitters- and it's also what drives them to cross the globe and be the change they want to see in the world.

In February 2010 Kristin Braddock (pictured top right) will join about 35 people from Crossroads Community Church and head to Mumbai, India to work alongside International Justice Mission as they rescue girls trapped into forced prostitution. Kristin will have the opportunity to show these enslaved young women love they've never felt, and bring them hope in their dire circumstances. To financially support Kristin specifically on her trip to Mumbai, click here and then type Braddock in the search box.

Jessica Carter (pictured bottom right) will travel to Africa with Africa Inland Missions, an organization that works alongside

Invisible Children, as part of a medical mission trip. While taking some time off from her pursuit of a bachelor's degree in nursing at University of Cincinnati she will work in a high-risk clinic for orphans. Jessica leaves this fall and returns in the spring, and awaits confirmation whether she'll be working in Namibia or Tanzania. If you are interested in supporting Jessica or the work she'll be doing in Africa you can send donations to 1700 Fairway Blvd., Apt. 1, Cincinnati, OH 45245 with checks made out to Africa Inland Missions.

Date Night Ideas

2009-09-28T12:22:49-07:00

Halloween Date Night Ideas

For a date that's guaranteed to be scary:
USS Nightmare.
Sandyland Acres
Dent Schoolhouse

For family-fun date including pumpkin patches, corn mazes and hayrides:
Dream Acres Farm
Coyote Creek Farm
Blooms & Berries Farm Market
Bonnybrook Farms
Totter's Pumpkin Patch

Burger Farm Pumpkin Festival
EnterTrainment Junction

BabysitEase Says Thank You

2009-08-31T18:16:20-07:00

Let Us Express Our Gratitude

BabysitEase would like to say a sincere thank you to the families and sitters who attended the Lady Distance Classic. This is one of the BabysitEase family's favorite events because it's a chance to match faces with the names of those we get to serve on a daily basis.

We would like to offer a special thank you to Kathleen Foster, Beth Hertzman, and Leah Sparks for stopping by to say hello! And also, congratulations are in order to Stephanie Bowman for winning the registration raffle!

The BabysitEase table had several pediatricians stop by to get BabysitEase information to stock in their offices. If you think any of your doctors might be interested in putting information in their practices, please let Peggy know at peggy@babysitease.com or 859.442.SITS (7487).

Thanks again for coming out and letting us get to know you a little better.

Check Out Sitter Schedules

2009-08-31T12:44:15-07:00

Here are a few updated fall sitter schedules:

Jessica Cadwell is available: Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, and will travel within 30 min of downtown Cincinnati.

Lauren Hoover is available on Fridays until 3 p.m. from now until December, and will travel within 30 minutes of downtown Cincinnati.

Monica Alsip is available Mondays after 12:30, Tuesdays after 4, all day Wednesdays, and is flexible on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays. She will travel anywhere within a 15 to 20 mile radius of downtown Cincinnati.

Jenna Alsip is available on Mondays noon to 11 p.m., Tuesdays 3 to 11 p.m., Wednesday 8 a.m. to 11 p.m., Thursdays and Fridays 4 to 11 p.m.,
Saturdays and Sundays 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Stacey Mains is available 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays throughout the school year, and will be available full time Monday through Friday during spring and winter breaks. Stacey will travel to locations within 35 minutes of downtown Cincinnati.

Terrika Coakley is available all day Monday through Friday. She lives in Blue Ash, but is willing to travel anywhere.

Date Night Ideas

2009-08-31T12:35:36-07:00

Get a Few Ideas for Your Next Night Out

If you love the Bengals, then you'll love watching Bengals games on Fountain Square's big screen. Fans are welcome to bring their own chairs, snacks and soft drinks, but no grills, pets, or outside alcohol are allowed. Adult beverages, sodas and food will be available to purchase. Check out the full Fountain Square event schedule.

Celebrate the rich German heritage of Cincinnati September 19 and 20 at Oktoberfest Zinzinnati. This two-day cultural event features local German food and entertainment, and is the largest Oktoberfest in North America.

Let Someone Else Shop for You

2009-07-27T11:47:55-07:00

Don't Back to School Shop

Would you pay someone $10 to do all your back-to-school shopping for you? We thought so. Best Friend Errand Service wants to make your back-to-school shopping a breeze, so that you can enjoy summer just a little bit longer. Get together with a group of friends, family or neighbors and the service will run your errands for as cheap as $10 an hour.

All you have to do is send your list to Best Friend Errand Service, and they will shop and deliver for you. Call or email Best Friend Errand Service at 513-283-4535 or info@bestfrienderrand.com.

Empower Your Kids in the Kitchen

2009-07-27T11:45:24-07:00

Young Chefs Academy

Empower your kids in the kitchen and teach them about healthy eating all at the same time at Young Chefs Academy in Mason. Show your children that cooking is a lifelong skill, so that the next snack time turns into a creative concoction all on their own.

The cooking school offers a variety of culinary adventures for you and your little ones. Check out the academy's special monthly events, weekly classes, birthday parties, teen classes, team building meetings and field trip opportunities.

Stay Connected With BabysitEase

2009-07-01T07:09:52-07:00

Social Media Connects BabysitEase

Social Media is connecting everyone everywhere. BabysitEase wants families to take advantage of it to get in touch with us and each other. Check out our Facebook, Linkedin and Twitter accounts to connect with the BabysitEase team and other customers just like you.