After looking at several properties, we settled on the medical building directly across the street from the hospital where I work. First, it makes us a very convenient location for moms discharging from the hospital without their babies to come and rent a pump. Second, I get many referrals from local pediatricians and OBs and it helps to be close to their offices. Third, office space is much less expensive than strip malls and fourth, you get to keep "doctor's hours." :)
There is a clinic room where I see lactation patients, a small classroom, a bathroom (not all offices have their own!) and we converted the waiting room into a boutique. We have no employees, yet. It is a true family business, with Tim often working on the weekends when I am at the hospital. The kids spent many hours there this summer, and have helped a lot, too.
Thought I would post some photos for those of you who haven't seen it in a while, or at all. It is a little "chaotic" right now, as I have some additional things for the holidays, and a display for an upcoming ceramic handprint workshop that is taking up an entire table. If you click on the pictures, you can see the full-size photo.
The front door
Come in!
Herbal products for mom and baby
Natural toys from Germany
Baby carriers, slings, blankets and warm animals
Breastfeeding covers, burp cloths and tea
Cloth diapering supplies (very popular!)
Organic clothes, shoes
Check-out counter, with a chair for new moms to sit and ask questions (my favorite thing!)
Breastpumps, nursing bras and supplies
The Hallway to the exam room, bathroom and classroom
Consultation room
Comfy chair for mom and baby
Weigh station, sink and diapering area
Trying to make the industrial restoom a bit cuter
Our official colors!
Dear Shellie,
Love the pictures.. you have added quite a bit of stock since the last time we were there, it has been a while!! Place looks great and we are so proud of all that you personally and also as a family have accomplished! Can not wait to see you guys, and we will have to be sure to go to the store and maybe all can take turns working!!! Love, Dee