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Possibly moving to Louisville - Recommendations?

We are very close to making a move to Louisville, can anyone give me some great recommendations for:

Pediatrician or family doc that supports delayed vaccination 

Eye Doctor

Best Hospital to take children (in case of emergency) 

Reasonable and reputable hair salon

Massage Therapist

Hot Yoga Studio

Mom's group

Fun places to take the kids

Gym with an outdoor pool

Neighborhood to live - I have gotten lots of recommendations for St. Matthews - I would love to live somewhere that is extremely family friendly and we can walk to parks and stores.

Catholic Elementary School/Church

Farmers Markets or best place to buy local and organic foods 

THANK YOU! 

Heather ~ Mommy to Brayden - 4/06, Nolan - 3/09, & Micah - 4/11 www.mybluegrassbaby.com

Re: Possibly moving to Louisville - Recommendations?

  • I moved to Louisville in Dec. 2007, so I don't have the best insider info, but I'll recommend what I can.

    What part of town will you be living in? 

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    We are very close to making a move to Louisville, can anyone give me some great recommendations for:

    Pediatrician or family doc that supports delayed vaccination 

    Eye Doctor  After visiting several different eye doctors with a persistent problem, I'd highly recommend Dr. Hogan at Vision First.  My husband and I both see him now and really like him.

    Best Hospital to take children (in case of emergency)  I'd say Norton's because if it's an extreme emergency Kosairs Children's Hosptial is part of the Norton Healthcare system.  Norton's has 5 area hospitals that each have a 24-hour emergency department, there are 11 Norton Immediate Care Centers, and 72 primary and specialty care physician offices around the area.

    Reasonable and reputable hair salon Z-Salon is a great Aveda salon and spa.  I've loved everything I've had done there - haircuts, color, massage, facial, eyebrows, etc.

    Massage Therapist

    Hot Yoga Studio  Betsy's Hot Yoga Louisville - there are a few locations around town

    Mom's group

    Fun places to take the kids  The zoo is great.  I also like Bernheim Forest.  It's just outside of town but is worth the drive (maybe 20 minutes).  There are picnic areas, trails, a pond you can fish in, play areas, etc.  It's a nice park.  The city of Louisville also maintains nice parks throughout the metro area.

    Gym with an outdoor pool 

    Neighborhood to live - I have gotten lots of recommendations for St. Matthews - I would love to live somewhere that is extremely family friendly and we can walk to parks and stores.    I live in Highview.  It's family-friendly and everything we need is nearby but we can't really walk to parks and stores.  St. Matthews is a nice area of town, but I'm not familiar with it enough to recommend anything to you - sorry.

    Catholic Elementary School/Church

    Farmers Markets or best place to buy local and organic foods  http://www.louisvillecsa.com/csa/marketlist.aspx  is a link to a site that describes the different markets in town.  I've only been to the Heart of St. Matthews Market and it was nice.

    THANK YOU! 

    I am not much help, but maybe I gave you some information that helps.  Good luck on the move.  It's a nice city.  I really like it here.  Let me know if you have more questions.

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  • I don't know what "reasonable" is for you, but Z Salon in Louisville is a great hair salon and massage spa.  I've gotten great service, and they are no tip, so the price is what you see listed.  Google them!  I love Z Salon.
  • Hi! I live in the hikes point area, right by St. Matthews. I believe St. Matthews is a great place to live! Especially considering your questions above. There are many catholic schools/churches in the area, Seneca park is nearby, and there are many places along Shelbyville road you could walk to if you find a house in the right spot. One of my best friends lives in the area and we have walked to dinner on more than one occasion. 

    Best Hospital to take children (in case of emergency): I am partial to Baptist East because they are very nice and have taken good care of family members. But I have no experience with children there. I would have to agree with another poster on Norton's because it is associated with Kosair's Children Hospital. St. Matthews is very close to Baptist East and Norton's.

    Reasonable and reputable hair salon: There are several nice hair salons in the St. Matthews area. I have been to Z-Salon at hurstbourne and Shelbyville and loved my visit. 

    Massage Therapist

    Hot Yoga Studio

    Mom's group

    Fun places to take the kids: Waterfront Park, Children's Museum, Huber's Farm in Starlight, IN.

    Gym with an outdoor pool: Jewish Community center, Northeast YMCA

    Farmers Markets or best place to buy local and organic foods: Whole Foods on Shelbyville Rd, Paul's Fruit Market is also a great place to find local food. There are many events held throughout the year in Louisville that will help you to become familiar with what the city has to offer.

    Don't forget to go to the St.James Art fair!

     Good Luck with the move! 

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