<?xml version='1.0'?><feed xmlns:opensearch='http://a9.com/-/spec/opensearch/1.1/' xmlns:s='http://jadedpixel.com/-/spec/shopify' xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom'><id>http://www.zfina.com/blogs/zfina-blog</id><title>Z&apos;fina Baby Slings - z&apos;fina blog</title><author><name>Z&apos;fina Baby Slings</name></author><link href='http://www.zfina.com/blogs/zfina-blog' rel='self'/><link href='http://www.zfina.com/blogs/zfina-blog' rel='alternate'/><updated>2008-08-29T11:03:22-04:00</updated><entry><id>tag:db1@shopify.com,2008:articles/383742</id><title>z&apos;fina prepping for the ABC KIDS EXPO</title><summary type='html'><![CDATA[<p>we've been very busy at z'fina, getting ready for the <a href="http://www.theabcshow.com/">abc kids expo</a>.&nbsp;&nbsp;this year's show is at the las vegas convention center from september 7-11.&nbsp;&nbsp;this private trade show is the primary trade show for the juvenile products industry, featuring more than 800 exhibitors.</p>

<p>this is z'fina's first year at the abc kids expo, and we're exciting to attend.&nbsp;&nbsp;we will be showing off our innovative slings and introducting some new styles.&nbsp;&nbsp;if you are attending the show, stop by and visit us at the <b>modern child pavilion, booth 5727</b>.</p>]]></summary><updated>2008-08-29T11:03:22-04:00</updated><published>2008-08-29T11:03:22-04:00</published><author><name>Mary Benedicto</name></author><link href='http://www.zfina.com/blogs/zfina-blog/383742-zfina-prepping-for-the-abc-kids-expo' rel='alternate'/></entry><entry><id>tag:db1@shopify.com,2008:articles/301231</id><title>media buzz</title><summary type='html'><![CDATA[<p>there has been a lot of buzz around z'fina baby slings, especially around our man slings!  we've been featured in three magazines recently - today's parent pregnancy issue, canadian living, and valley parent.</p> 

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<p>you can check out these articles at our <a href="http://www.zfina.com/pages/media">media page</a>.  have a look and let us know what you think.</p>

<p>also, keep a look out for z'fina in other forms of media.  we'll keep you posted on all the new development.</p>]]></summary><updated>2008-06-10T06:08:12-04:00</updated><published>2008-06-10T06:08:12-04:00</published><author><name>Mary Benedicto</name></author><link href='http://www.zfina.com/blogs/zfina-blog/301231-media-buzz' rel='alternate'/></entry><entry><id>tag:db1@shopify.com,2008:articles/260912</id><title>z&apos;fina now in stoney creek</title><summary type='html'><![CDATA[<p>if you live in the soney creek area, you can now get z'fina baby slings at <a href="http://www.babyworlds.com">Baby World of Stoney Creek</a>.  &nbsp;this is a wonderful store with knowledgable staff that can help you find anything from furniture to baby accessories.</p>

<p>if you're in the area, make sure to stop by Baby World.  &nbsp;they are located at 410 Lewis Road, #13, just east off the Fruitland Road exit on the QEW.</p>]]></summary><updated>2008-04-24T09:34:43-04:00</updated><published>2008-04-24T09:34:43-04:00</published><author><name>Mary Benedicto</name></author><link href='http://www.zfina.com/blogs/zfina-blog/260912-zfina-now-in-stoney-creek' rel='alternate'/></entry><entry><id>tag:db1@shopify.com,2008:articles/224212</id><title>today&apos;s parent babytime show</title><summary type='html'><![CDATA[<p align="left"><a href="http://www.babytime.ca/index.html" target="blank"><img src='http://static2.jadedpixel.com/s/files/1/0001/3303/files/babytime_logo.jpg' alt='babytime_logo' /></a></p>

<p>the annual <a href="http://www.babytime.ca/index.html" target="blank"><b>today's parent baby time show</b></a> in mississauga is soon upon us.&nbsp;&nbsp;this is a fun filled event for pregnancy, birth, baby, and toddler.&nbsp;&nbsp;this show allows people to try, buy, and get information on the latest products in the market.&nbsp;&nbsp;admission includes the official show guide, access to all the informative seminars, and access to all the stage performances.</p>

<p>the babytime show is being held at the <a href="http://www.babytime.ca/directions.html" target="blank">international center</a> in halls 1 &#38; 2 on april 11, 12, 13.&nbsp;&nbsp;show hours are 10am to 6pm for all three days.</p>

<p>z'fina will be at the today's parent babytime show.&nbsp;&nbsp;come visit us at booth # 260 and check out all our hottest and latest baby slings.&nbsp;&nbsp;we'll be having demonstrations throughout the event showing how to use a pouch style baby carrier, and we'll be happy to answer any questions regarding z'fina, baby slings, and babywearing.&nbsp;&nbsp;so make sure you come by and see us!</p>]]></summary><updated>2008-03-11T01:40:09-04:00</updated><published>2008-03-11T01:40:09-04:00</published><author><name>Mary Benedicto</name></author><link href='http://www.zfina.com/blogs/zfina-blog/224212-todays-parent-babytime-show' rel='alternate'/></entry><entry><id>tag:db1@shopify.com,2008:articles/213142</id><title>z&apos;fina&apos;s facebook group</title><summary type='html'><![CDATA[<p>we&#8217;ve recently created a group in facebook where you can meet other z&#8217;fina fans and share comments and photos.  it&#8217;s a great way to keep updated with our latest styles and news.  if you haven&#8217;t done so already, join our growing facebook group; we&#8217;re nearly at 100 members and growing daily.</p>]]></summary><updated>2008-02-28T10:50:58-05:00</updated><published>2008-02-28T10:50:58-05:00</published><author><name>Mary Benedicto</name></author><link href='http://www.zfina.com/blogs/zfina-blog/213142-zfinas-facebook-group' rel='alternate'/></entry><entry><id>tag:db1@shopify.com,2008:articles/209802</id><title>so what&apos;s the big deal with babywearing?</title><summary type='html'><![CDATA[<p>there's a growing awareness with babywearing.  you see more and more parents using a carriers with their children.  so what's with all this hype, you may ask.  there are many well-documented emotional, developmental and familial benefits to babywearaing in a sling.</p>  
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    <li>sling babies cry less</li><br />  
    <li>sling babies learn more - and more rapidly - because they share your vantage point, see your daily activities and witness your social interactions closely</li><br />  
    <li>in the sling, your baby feels the warmth of your body, hears your heartbeat and experiences your walking rhythm - familiar elements that help transition your baby comfortably to the outside world</li><br />  
    <li>babywearing dads broaden and diversify the baby's experience with their different rhythms, activities and voice</li><br />
    <li>plus, free your hands and enjoy your outings more when you &quot;wear, not wheel your baby&quot;!</li> 
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<p>for more information on babywearing and attachment parenting, visit:<br /> <a href="http://www.askdrsears.com/html/5/t051100.asp">AskDrSears.com »</a></p>

<p class="news">&quot;'babywearing and carrying: not all carriers are created equal&quot;<a href="http://www.drfeder.com/children/sling-babybjorn.htm" class="more"> <br />Read More »</a></p>]]></summary><updated>2008-02-24T11:43:50-05:00</updated><published>2008-02-24T11:43:50-05:00</published><author><name>Mary Benedicto</name></author><link href='http://www.zfina.com/blogs/zfina-blog/209802-so-whats-the-big-deal-with-babywearing' rel='alternate'/></entry><entry><id>tag:db1@shopify.com,2008:articles/208222</id><title>z&apos;fina in the edmonton journal</title><summary type='html'><![CDATA[<table border="0" width="100%" cellspacing="4" cellpadding="3">
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      <p><font size="3">z'fina's baby slings were featured in the edmonton journal on february 19 in an article titled, "wearing your baby in style".  a great photo of our trek sling (one of our <i>man slings</i>) is shown on the front page of the <i>look</i> section, and christian, our director of sales and marketing, is quoted in the article.  check out the <a href='/files/1/0001/3303/files/Edmonton_Journal_Babywearing.pdf' style="text-decoration:none" target="blank">article</a> and let us know what you think!</font></p>

      <p><font size="3">this was a great article on the diversity of babywearing.  edmonton is a great city with a lot of parents, many of whom are happily wearing their babies.  If you are in the edmonton area, you can see our array of baby slings, including <i>man slings</i>, at the following locations:<br />

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; <a href="http://www.bosom-babies.com" target="blank">bosom babies</a>
&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; <a href="http://www.birthingstuff.com" target="blank">birth source inc.</a>
&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; <a href="http://www.e-childrenonline.com" target="blank">e-children</a>
&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; <a href="http://www.dragonlilies.com" target="blank">dragon lilies</a>
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