Patch Picks: Businesses with a Twist

Patch Picks highlights editor and reader picks of great local businesses, destinations, services, organizations, ways to spend a day off, and more.

If you’re strolling or driving around town, or surfing the Internet, you’ll notice business after business after business. We can get our hands on just about anything we’d like or need, from a quick takeout lunch, to a new cell phone, to a gift for someone special. We can chose from endless stores that offer practical products and services, but there are some businesses out there that are uniquely distinct, and offer us something we might not have thought about.

Goin’ 2 Grammy’s Baby Equipment Rental

Taking your kids on vacation, or even a visit to Grandma’s house, can be exhausting with all the items you have you pack up for the trip. From car seats to toys, pack-and-plays to strollers, the list is never-ending. What if you could have everything waiting for you at your destination? Goin’ 2 Grammy’s provides all of the supplies a typical infant or toddler may need. You just order and pay online, and it’s delivered to your destination. According to the website, all equipment is sanitized and inspected for safety. Goin’ to Grammy’s serves Delaware, Philadelphia, Bucks, Montgomery and Chester counties, as well as the Poconos.

Froo ish Uhn

It’s swimwear and shorts season, so that typically means more folks are watching what they eat. It seems like there’s a new diet popping up every day, and many of those plans focus on overall nutrition and wellness. That includes the Media-based nutrition club, . Each client can receive an individual evaluation, and a nutritionist will map out an eating plan based on that client’s needs and tastes. There are a variety of different meal replacement smoothies packed with vitamins and nutrients. Call 610-368-8092 for more information.

Lovely You

Having to go through chemotherapy, radiation treatments or any life-altering illness can be difficult for an individual, as well as their loved ones. mission is to help ease the pain. The one-of-a-kind boutique, located in Media, offers a large assortment of wigs, hats, scarves and turbans. Lovely You carries accessories, specialty sleepwear, and skin care products as well. One-on-one consultations are available. Visit the website for more information.

Martinizing Dry Cleaning

Going green has become the standard these days. Why shouldn’t the neighborhood dry cleaner follow suit? chooses to use Green Earth, which is an eco-friendly cleaning solvent. Not only is this beneficial to the environment, your clothes aren’t left with a strong chemical odor, and Green Earth is gentler on the items. Not to mention, the Martinizing employees are always cordial, and can turn around your clothing in an hour if need be.

Family Pet Resort

You’re heading to the beach or the lake for the weekend and are wondering what to do with Fido. Newtown Square’s Family Pet Resort can take care of your dogs and cats while you’re away. The facility offers pet boarding that is staffed 24 hours a day. There’s ample space for your dogs to get good exercise, and quiet areas for your more reserved cats. Family Pet Resort also offers grooming and a training program too. Check the website for more information and pricing.