Better Sleep Month: Eliminate Energy Sappers

Better Sleep Month: Eliminate Energy Sappers

Moms / Mom Tips

May is National Better Sleep Month, and for moms, better sleep – and more sleep – may feel like an unattainable goal. But if you’re sleep-deprived, life goes on; your kids still need you and all your usual obligations still loom. How do you deal with not being well-rested and…

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Getting Kids to Say “Thanks”

Getting Kids to Say “Thanks”

Moms / Mom Tips

This is a time of year when kids are called upon to give thanks, but many don’t truly know how to express gratitude. Thanksgiving is a great time to teach children why it’s important to give of themselves and to say thank you, regardless of the time of year. Incorporating…

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Summer Resources for the Campless

Summer Resources for the Campless

Moms / Mom Tips

Summer is right around the corner. And while that means vacation for the kids, it can mean a whole lot of work for parents. In the current economic climate, summer camp can be too costly for many families. That means it’s up to you to find an affordable alternative to…

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Have a Fabulous, Frugal Father’s Day

Have a Fabulous, Frugal Father’s Day

Moms / Mom Tips

With gas and food prices soaring, you’ve got to save a buck wherever you can. And Father’s Day is no exception. While you may be inclined to go out and blow a bunch of money on the special day, it’s the affordable gifts from the heart that will likely mean…

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4 Ways to Prepare For Santa

4 Ways to Prepare For Santa

Moms / Mom Tips

You better watch out. You better not pout. You better not cry. I’m telling you why. Santa Claus is coming to town. Right about now your children are probably eagerly awaiting the arrival of Santa. Although Christmas is not yet here, there things you can do to prepare for jolly…

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Why Moms Are Addicted to the Internet

Why Moms Are Addicted to the Internet

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It’s the first thing you do when you wake up in the morning, then it’s the last thing you do at night. No, it’s not brushing your teeth. For many moms, it’s checking their e-mail, social networking pages, blogs, message boards or all of the above. The Internet can be…

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How to Take Care of Yourself Postpartum

How to Take Care of Yourself Postpartum

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Whether you had a Caesarean section or a natural birth, it’s important to take care of your own body after giving birth. While a C-section, which is major abdominal surgery, is the more invasive and traumatic procedure, women who deliver naturally still need to care for themselves postpartum. Expect to…

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Sitting Pretty: Best Ways to Take a Great Holiday Photo

Sitting Pretty: Best Ways to Take a Great Holiday Photo

Moms / Mom Tips

For many parents, the family holiday picture is the nightmare before Christmas. But with a few smart strategies, it’s not impossible to get that perfect shot for gifts or cards. Digital cameras have made getting the perfect shot super-simple, especially if you’re a do-it-yourselfer. Consider using a good candid shot…

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Top Parenting Challenges: How to Deal

Top Parenting Challenges: How to Deal

Moms / Mom Tips

From potty training to breaking curfew, kids always find a way to challenge and sometimes completely frustrate their parents. As a mom, how can you cope with the curveballs kids will inevitably throw at you during their 18 years – or more – under your roof? First, gauge yours and…

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