Last week we had a photo shoot with Santa Fe based photographer Kendra Lauman.   It is so much fun to see these new Teres Kids clothes come to life.

Here are a few pics, hope you enjoy.

The following petition is going around hoping to ensure that Toys R Us uses Responsibly Sourced Cotton. http://www.thepetitionsite.com/takeaction/294/648/588/?z00m=20181352

Whether these allegations against Toys R Us turn out to be true or not, exploitative child labor is a serious, widespread problem. At Teres Kids, responsible sourcing is a core ethical business practice that also enables us to sustainably produce higher quality products. Teres Kids remains committed to creating children’s clothing that meets the highest standards for comfort, quality and durability.

I am now recommending Teres Kids clothing for my pediatric patients.  Over the past year I have seen how a simple change in clothing has made a big difference for kids that are considered “highly sensitive.”

As a family medicine doctor I frequently hear from concerned parents about children who are both perceptive and sensitive, but get overwhelmed by loud noises, sounds or smells or have difficulty with changes.  Parents tell me how they had to cut labels out of shirts or had to turn clothing inside out for their kids to be comfortable.  They also tell me about how their children are insightful and ask deep and profound questions.   These children fit the description for a highly sensitive child, and about 1 in 5 children are born this way.

As a doctor, I make it clear from the beginning that parenting a highly sensitive child can be exhausting… they may cry continually, have meltdowns at parties, and “overreact” to seemingly minor discipline.

One of the keys to successfully raising a highly sensitive child is recognizing the gift your child has.  In time, parenting a highly sensitive child can be deeply rewarding, as these children show amazing empathy, creativity, and insight.    If their sensitivity is recognized and managed as the gift that it is, these children become talented artists and thinkers.

It is important to know that highly sensitive kids have very finely tuned nervous systems, that make them more aware of their surroundings – including their clothes.  What may seem like a little tag or seam to you or me, is a huge annoyance to someone who is highly sensitive.

As a physician and the parent of an very highly sensitive six year old, I began to research clothing that could be used for highly sensitive children and I found Teres Kids.  I switched out the clothing for my son and noted what a difference it made.  I then started writing “prescriptions” for Teres Kids clothes for some of my highly sensitive patients.  The reports I have gotten back from parents have been superb… “he stopped squirming… she pays more attention now… he is not irritable anymore.”

I have been amazed, but it really just makes good sense.  Highly sensitive kids are wired differently.  Their nervous systems are taking in a lot of information and if you can help turn down the irritations and distractions, they will turn out to be incredible, caring and loving kids.

There are a number of sites on the web to learn more about highly sensitive kids, but I think the best is at www.hsperson.com, and Elaine Aron’s book, “The Highly Sensitive Child” was a lifesaver for my wife, my son, and me.

John Fogarty MD MPH

Santa Fe, NM

Happy Holiday from Teres Kids!

Thank you for helping Teres Kids have a great 2011.  It’s been a joyous year.

As a gift from us to you, enjoy daily giveaways and discounts December 13th thru December 24th during our Holiday Countdown.

Visit our facebook or twitter pages to discover each day’s holiday event including:

giveaways

2 for 1 days

free shipping

gift with purchase

gifts for mom……and more!

Happy Holidays!

We were a bit sluggish, it being the day after Thanksgiving. We started with much needed coffee.

All hands were on deck to receive, tag and merchandise Teres Kids.

The products look great!

Job done. Time to relax.

Visit Indigo Baby tomorrow November 26th to celebrate Small Business Saturday. If you live outside of Santa Fe, check our store locator for a locations of small businesses near you.

Kathy Marrocco
Tricia Lewis
Heather Ashton
Virginia Ginsburg
Robyn Chandonnet
Susan Haynsworth
Liz Wolfson
Carolyn Dillon
Carolyn Serafini
Esther Roberts
Cathy Anderson
Clementine Wood
Megan Auer
Melissa Sears Moore
Susan Heimbach
Lorissa Longfellow
Aelysea Webb
Romel Pascual
Karen Waters
Wendy Woodhall
Maria Sutinen
Maria Porinchak
Jess Rivers
Rachel Cleary
Elizabeth Beglin
Heather Coburn Snyder
Grace Ly
Dawn Chandler
John Fogarty
Sheila O’Connell
Nina Koh
Julien McRoberts
Lindsey Biel
Angie Thompson
Alison Sarinopoulos
Amy Rasmussen
Shirley Amacher
Nell Merlino
Esha Chiocchio
ADA AKAJI
Lisa Hill

Visit our campaign, and pick up a great perk! Tell your friends about Teres Kids, our IndieGoGo campaign and our great perks.

It’s been great to hear what folks think about Teres Kids and our IndieGoGo campaign:

In our family a few healthy garments are preferred over a closet full of mass produced clothing. Thank you Teres Kids for giving us a simple healthy way to dress and to live. —Santa Fe, NM

My son loves your clothes! I love your vision! Thank you for the opportunity to participate in this way. —Bellingham, WA

I believe that Alex Merlino and Marianne Broughton have created a gem of a clothing line. My daughters and I love it! I run a brand of Girls’ school focused on health and wellness and however, whenever I can make it happen, we will dress all of our girls in Teres clothing! —Denver, CO

At Teres Kids we thoughtfully design every item, thinking of each detail and how to create the softest garment possible, we consistently deliver the highest quality product.  Our high-quality clothes last a lot longer and that means better value.

With your help, Teres Kids is able to cut extra additional clothes for our Winter 2011 production and get yummy soft clothing to more kids.

Labor Day weekend, I ran 8 miles with the inspiring Heather Synder. Heather is one of the founders of Walk Now for Autism Speaks, the super successful fundraising arm of Autism Speaks. This year Heather is running her first New York City Marathon on Team Autism Speaks with a fundraising goal of $1 million.

For inspiration today visit Heather’s blog: www.UnconditionalPeople.com

Feeling too tired to walk but you’d like to support Heather.  Click on the TEAM UP button on her blog and sponsor her today!

Nell Merlino, Teres Kids advisor and supporter, rang The Opening Bell today at the New York Stock Exchange today!

Nell is the founder and CEO of Count Me In for Women’s Economic Independence, the leading national not-for-profit provider of resources, business education and community support for women entrepreneurs seeking to grow micro businesses into million dollar enterprises.

Nell is an inspiration. Teres Kids is very fortunate to have Nell on our team…..and I for having Nell as a sister-in-law. Nell is an incredible leader for women in business, a great friend and one hell of an auntie.

If you own a woman owned business, visit Count Me In today!

Our crowd funding campaign on IndieGoGo is off to a great star with more than 1000 visitors so far!  It’s exciting to engage people who believe in Teres Kids and what we stand for.

Total comfort for all children =
Ideal for kids with tactile sensitivities

Easy on – easy off = It’s easy to get dressed

Hand-selected organic fabrics =
The clothes feel great

Age appropriate designs =
Appeal to parents and kids

Made in the USA =
Superior quality and value

Visit the campaign, pick up a great perk and pass it on.

http://igg.me/p/39032?a=227356&i=shlk