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Does your baby daughter often get mistaken for a boy or your son for a girl?
It's hard to tell what a baby's sex is when they are that young. Did your daughter often get mistaken for a boy or your son for a girl? -
What color dolls do your kids play with?
My mother and I have discovered the great thing about late Summer: it's the Christmas pre-season. Toys go on clearance. I found this great "Rescue Pet" beagle/vet set for Megan $7 cheaper than it would have been a few… -
Pregnancy Tests Are Messed Up
To women with kids or soon to have kids or have had false alarms (nurses and doctors too): Knock, Knock. Who's there? Not your period. So you missed your period and you're wondering 'Am I pregnant?' You go get your… -
Mom: The Laundry Guru
My mother would actually be pissed to bare the title, but too bad! I don't get it! I can pour a whole bottle of fabric softener after twice the needed amount of laundry detergent and my clothes still just smell "okay"… -
Why is My Baby Looking for Trouble?
Image SourceWhy is it that babies like non-toy items much better than actual toys? We have a plethora of toys of all shapes and sizes, but my 10-month-old would rather gnaw on the remote-control. He also prefers inedib… -
Baby Beauty Queens
by Mama Ladybug I watched a preview for the show "Toddlers & Tiaras" where parents stage their children with gowns, hairspray and Loads of make up....the thing that caught my attention is that these children are… -
Pre-Baby Bucket List, Revisited While Pregnant
image source Ok...about a year ago I made a "Pre-Baby Bucket List" to help me cope at a time when everyone around me seemed to be pregnant. I figured I could focus on some goals to complete beforehand while I was stil… -
Trouble With My 11 Month Old Taking His Bottle
Ok so my sweet son, who will be 1 in 3 weeks L, is having an issue and I’m not really sure what to do about it. He has started to not want his formula bottle during the day. -
Smoking Toddler - Such a Scary Sight
This little toddler looks more like a little man when smoking that cigarette like a pro. It's also odd to me that he's sitting on a grown up's lap while others are also standing around acting as if it's normal. Now I thi… -
How Do You Afford School Supplies These Days?
by Mama Bee This is the second year I will have both of my sons in school full time. My oldest will be rockin' second grade and my middle will be showin' up as a first grader. This means we have to buy double the sch… -
My Godson Wants To Be A Girl
From the time he was 2 years old, I started noticing that my godson was different from other little boys. Whenever he goes to the mall with his mom, he would always ask for jewelry. Necklaces, earrings, shiny pendants… -
Neglect is Also Child Abuse - One Little Girl's Story
by Mama Bee I hung on to every word I heard over the T.V like it was going to be the last I'd ever hear. My 3 children, all in the living room playing as I started to cook dinner. I keep the T.V. on in the upstairs… -
"Eyes Don't like to Be Brushed" - Funny Children Chatter
As I sit here at my husband's laptop (mine went boob's up recently) I listen to the conversation between my 3.75 y/o daughter and nearly 8 month old son. It began as as my daughter wandered over to where her brother… -
Glenn Martin, DDS: Mobilizing Through Nick-at-Nite's Airwaves this Summer
Originally posted here. Inspiration to write comes from the strangest of places. Though a simple blog may not always be what one would consider novella-esque, it still requires having something in which to write. Las… -
A Family Fun Dat at the Tractor Pull... Have You Been?
A day at the Garden Tractor Pulls and I had fun! Does that make me a Redneck hick??? Here are some pictures for you to enjoy. -
Is It Wrong to Contact the Other Baby Mama?
image source My boyfriend has another daughter from a girl he knew back in high school. She is something else, I can tell you that! It eats him up everyday that his other daughter isn't in his life (we have a daughter… -
My Experience Gestational Diabetes
Image SourceI remember my heart sinking when I heard the message on the answering machine from the maternity clinic. I was 7 months pregnant with my first child and had just got back from an amazing vacation down the Or… -
Breast Feeding Oddness
image sourceAs a pregnant mommy to be that has been put on bed rest; I tend to surf around the net for the normal pregnancy and expecting tips. However, today I came across a myspace page were the mother had a chil… -
How Do I Teach My Child To Share?
image source I have a problem with my son. Every day a situation comes up where he shows us that he still isn't willing to share. He's 6 years old so he understands when we speak to him and he shares after we explain… -
Giveaway! - Karito Kids Doll
Hey Momaroo Readers! We are giving away a Karito Kids Doll! We received Gia from the company owned by Laura and Lisa called Karito Kids and they would like us to share her with one lucky winner! About Gia: Gia i… -
A Little Boy and A Little Person
image source Sometimes, kids say things out loud on a whim before you can warn them not to. What follows is usually shock and embarrassment. One time my friend and I were walking around the mall when her son saw a… -
A New Art - Coloring on TVs
I have two daughters, E age 3 and L age 1. Imagine my delight to come downstairs from putting L to bed to see E has gotten a hold of some crayons, brought them up onto the TV stand where she is sitting in a puddle of… -
"Mama Knows Breast. A Beginners Guide to Breastfeeding". Book Review
Posted by Chic Mommy USA I wanted to introduce you to this wonderful book! I simply loved it. It is fun, simple and easy to read, process and put into practice. So, breastfeeding mamas, put down the Encyclopedias (at l… -
Which is Easier? Boys or Girls?
I've heard this debate a dozen times. My husband tried to convince me girls were harder before we knew what we were expecting (it's a boy). I've heard different things from different people who have one of the two sexes… -
Meeting My Dad After 13 Years
image source This post is for the single mothers out there and for your children who probably haven't met their fathers yet...I'm meeting my dad after 13 very long and exhausting years. In these 13 years, it's been mor… -
A Holistic Education - What is the best education to give to my children?
Posted by Chic Mommy USA Once our kids reach the preschool time, we are faced with the multiple questions regarding what is the best for them. Financial reasons are one of the main concerns and we all know that it can… -
Goldfish Pond - a Great Snack Idea
Yesterday I wrote a post on ants on a log, so today I thought I would share another fun snack idea for kids (and adults too!). It's a goldfish pond! The ingredients are simple. -
Animals Are Mamas Too
This video is cute. It's a baby sea lion leaning how to swim with its mama. Have you been swimming with your child this summer? -
WWooBies... Head Scarves for Babies????
What are your thoughts? I just came across this website. Here are some great things about the wwoobies: -
It's Been Hell With My 5 Year Old Away!
...And its been the hardest thing ever! She left 2 weeks ago to visit my mom in my hometown. My mom rarely gets to see the girls, so I know it's tough for her. I try to make it a point to visit home every 3-4 months… -
Would You Want Your Baby to Learn How to Read?
image source Would you purchase programs such as Baby Einstein or others to teach your baby how to read or is waiting until he/she is in school okay? -
Ants on a Log: A Great Snack for Kids
It looks and sounds a little disgusting. At least to me anyhow, but really this is one of the world's greatest snacks! It's simple to make. Take a few sticks of celery and/or carrots spread a little peanut butter or crea… -
Don't toss your Tee!
Posted by Lauren @ SuperMom Central With our "Tee" party in full swing I've decided it's time for a little party project for the whole family! This is a fun way to combine your favorite "tee" with your favorite "tea" a… -
Do You Buy Your Child Brand Name Shoes?
image source image source My friend's baby daughter has more shoes than me! Also, her shoes are sometimes more expensive than mine as well. That little girl has so many pairs of Nike shoes I can't even count as… -
Tattoos for Tots? Microchips may be next.
In a society where latch key kids are as common as 7-year olds with cell phones it is not surprising to find a thriving product market for "safety-conscious" parents. Who has not seen supposedly sophisticated parents wal… -
Would You Let Your Child Give Her Baby Away?
by Mama Ladybug So last night during my occasional insomnia episode, I scrolled across MTV's new show called "16 & Pregnant." The show captures the lives of pregnant teenagers and their families, and how they a… -
Baby Love - When Mommy is a Friend
image source K is now, as it turns out, old enough to understand the concept "friendship". The other day while we were eating lunch, he grabbed my hand, laid his head on my arm and said: "Mommy, you are my FRIEND!" *… -
Four Awesome Reasons to Go Organic
Posted by Lauren @ SuperMom Central 1 – An All-Natural Baby Would you like to say goodbye to pesticides, herbicides, fertilizers, processing chemicals and artificial dyes? All these things are used to create the… -
When Did Your Child Start Teething?
image source My friend brought her baby into my salon and he was three months old and already teething (poor baby). I don't have a baby yet so I had no ideas babies start teething that early. When did your baby start… -
How Adoption Has Affected Me
I didn't think it would be that hard. I've prepared myself for it, right? My sister, she chose her decision months ago. That this baby inside of her would be given a home and a life she can't provide. Okay, to be hones… -
A Positive side of Eczema! Who would have known??!!
Posted by Chic Mommy USA image source I have been sharing my Journey in trying to find the cure for my son’s asthma, and today I am so happy. I think we are closer than we have thought. For a while now, we have tri… -
Hot Days, Cold Treats
Posted by Lauren @ SuperMom Central There's nothing better than sitting in the warm sun, licking on an cool, icy treat. Except maybe feeling all savvy and smart because you made them yourself! Fill paper cups with… -
I Need Tips to Make Baby Sleep Through the Night!
image source My son is now 7 months old, but still gets up 2-3 times a night. He goes to bed at 10pm then wakes up between 2-3 then again around 5 and is awake by 6:45 - 7:45. That is a good night. There are times… -
This is a Family's Real Story: Possible Effects of Vaccinations
Posted by Chic Mommy USA I found this video thanks to the efforts of Erwin Alber (Bangkok, Thailand). He is the founder of the Vaccination Information Network (VINE) and has dedicated his life to bring awareness on th… -
Please Meet Tiny Art Director and her Father! - Good Stuff!
Hey everyone! Please meet Tiny Art Director! We stumbled upon this blog of an amazing artist who put together some of his artwork along with his daughter's hilarious comments and critiques on his work. He endearingly… -
"Everyday Learning" in the Backyard
Post by Lauren @ SuperMom Central You can make your own backyard a classroom full of fun, adventurous learning and discovery! Mother Nature is an excellent ally when it comes to education - explore the outdoors foste… -
Children Will Put ANYTHING in Their Mouths!
Eww... check out the new campaign poster that is being displayed at bus stops in the UK to get people to pick up after their dogs. Those who leave their dogs' mess will be slapped with a hefty fine. This will make me… -
Do You Read To Your Children?
I take care of three kids, and at nap and bed time, they all love to sit and listen to the stories and look at the pictures. I always wonder what's running through their little minds as they drift off to sleep. Are they… -
I Am The Perfect Parent - Response to "Don't call Social Services on me!" Post
by Mama Ladybug Hello, I am Perfect Patty. No matter how tough you think parenting is, I can do it all with my eyes closed, because I am Perfect. I am the mom who tells you how to raise your child, and calls you a… -
Giving birth in an Amish Farmhouse
image source Ever since I was 15-16, I knew I wanted to give birth either at home or in a birthing center with a midwife. I was 20 and had been married for 2 months when I got a positive preg. test. A friend of mine… -
My Stroller Adventures
Image SourceI am slowly going crazy in my hunt for the perfect stroller. I used to roll my eyes and shake my head at my husband who has bought and sold over 20 cars since I've known him. Then I realized I'm no differen… -
What Books Did You Read When You Were a Child?
I read: Judy Blume - Tales of the Fourth Grade Nothing, Super FudgeRoald Dahl - Pretty much of themDick King Smith - Most of themTony Bradman and (Susan Hellard illustrated) - who wrote Dilly the Dinosaur serie… -
This is What I Get For Sending Dirty Pics to My Husband
by Mama Bee My husband and I have been married for almost 4 years. They have been, by far, the best years of my life. My husband is....well, amazing. Even that word is an understatement. My husband, I'm telling yo… -
Do You Ever Pump Your Breast Milk?
image source Do you ever pump breast milk? What are some of the times you need to pump breast milk rather than nurse your baby? -
Tips on Housework with Kids
by Mama Seahorse image sourceI recently read THIS POST and was reminded of a couple of the things I like to involve the kids with when it comes to housework.My mother was OCD about alot of things, including the layou… -
Keeping Track of Your Child's Medical Records
image source At my baby's very first doctor's appointment, we received a little booklet that allowed us to record information from that appointment and all further ones. The nurse wrote my son's age, height, and we… -
When the Milk is Too Hot for Baby
image source My friends hire a babysitter for their two daughters. The babysitter is awesome, but recently she made a big booboo. -
New Cloth Diapering Site!
image source So, about this time last year a friend found out she was expecting her third child. She had cloth diapered her first two, but was having trouble finding the right flats for the new baby. I went on a wild… -
How Do We Get My Brother To Care?
image source As I am typing this post, my mother is talking to my grandmother. They are talking about one subject that bothers the family the most, my brother. My parents suffer as they talk about him, and I suffer a… -
Linen dolls - Unique and Special
doll can be bought here Toys toys toys - they are so important for every child. But are not you and your little one bored of these mass produced toys, harsh colors and Hollywood heroes? Sometimes you need something sp… -
Don't call Social Services on me!
by Mama Ladybug I hate it when this happens! So we we're out to dinner the other day after a looong hard day of shopping. In Brooklyn, there's streets full of restaurants, so we parked the car, and just walked until… -
Pick On Someone Your Own Size!
image source Adults who hit kids are bullies. Plain and simple. I get so annoyed when people say: "I'm so glad my parents beat me. I deserved it!" Not even convicted felons are beaten in this country. They're locked… -
Making of Evian Babies and the TVC
image source According to a Pew survey, more than one out of five adult Americans still don't use the internet. What are they missing? Well they're missing the skating babies. It's a simple formula. Take babies. Put… -
Why Linen is the Ideal Fabric for Your Child
image source Linen is not just natural and environment friendly fabric, it is also fashionable and healthy. This is very important for babies and kids. Some features of linen textures, why linen is an ideal fa… -
What Do You Take for Granted?
by Mama Ladybug We get upset because our kids "Don't listen" Other parents are upset because theirs Cant listen. -
Blame Your Parents for Future Dating Anxiety?
image source I'm talking to a friend about her situation with a commitment-phobe boyfriend. All of a sudden, I remember this interesting theory, after hearing Chris Rock's comedy: any relationship or thoughts on your b… -
No Nap Time Here!
by Mama Bee You know what I miss? I miss my daughter's crib. I remember when I would put her in it and think "Ugh, I can't wait until she is in a regular bed. I'm so over this darn crib!" On her second birthday, she g… -
Breastfeeding Tirade
image source Let me just say this up front: I am a mother of three, and I have breastfed all three kids. My first, I nursed for 6 months until I went back to work outside the home full-time. My next two kids I nu… -
My Hubby's Medical Emergency - Need Advice
image source First of all, you may be thinking, "Hey, you're the one that's pregnant, shouldn't you be the one having medical emergencies?" Well, we would have thought so, but that's not what happened 2 weekends ago (… -
How many of you use the Diaper Genie?
I've been wanting to share this tip for a while, but have been forgetting. After being pained by paying $5-6 per diaper genie refill, I looked into other options. While searching the net, I found a woman who said th… -
Baby Promiscuity - Typical 14 Year Old or Out of Line?
I was never a bad kid--one of the "better" ones out there, if you get my drift. Did my chores, performed well in school, was well-mannered, and never got myself into a situation that could bite me in the behind, if yo… -
Apparently, I am an "Autisiphobe"
by Mama Elephant image source So, there is a nasty little war going on over at Autisible.com between someone with HFA and a dear blogger bud of mine. I stepped in to say I will miss this person who has always been… -
Cloth Diapering, Why We Do It
image source Cloth diapering has become a very natural part of our family life. My family and friends have gotten used to changing them and no one is surprised anymore. But why do we do it? 1. Diaper rashes- My… -
I'm a Newbie Mom and I'm Going Crazy!
Let me start off by saying, I'm a "newbie". First time mom, no experience, afraid for the life of her baby. I'm sleep deprived, stressed to the max, and on the curbs of postpartum depression. My daughter is 6 weeks ol… -
What are some of your children's favorite TV shows?
I take care of three children, two boys and one girl, ages 4 (almost 5) and 2 (almost 3). The twins LOVE watching preschool shows on Noggin and Sprout, but their older brother is more into shows like Ben 10 and Power Puf… -
The Cool Parents
image source At a party this past weekend, I was kind of freaked out to see a gray haired ( but lively ) man amongst all of the graduates. The moment he looked at me, my stomach twisted and I felt the need to have a ra… -
Tips for Raising Bilingual Children
image source I just read this post on when to start teaching your child a second language, and as an English teacher and mother of a bilingual child I thought I'd put my two cents in... so here goes:As a "linguist," I… -
Fight for the "Right to Dry!"
What if legislators learned dryers use 10 to 15% of domestic energy in the United States! What if they found out that this reduction could be obtained right away, at a negligible cost? What if they discovered that th… -
What is This Little Girl Trying to Say?
This little girl is hilarious! Do you ever catch your babies trying to talk? -
How Sex Education Affected My 1st Grade Life
From preschool all the way up to the 2nd grade, I attended a private school called Montessori School. This school promoted free thinking, individualism, freedom of choice, blah blah blah, it was basically a hippie schoo… -
Being Judgemental on Other Parents' Parenting Philosophies
image source Giving birth to Carmen the natural way with a midwife at my home was such an awesome experience. And it opened up my eyes to a kind of mothering that I know I would've turned my nose up to if I hadn't been… -
Missing Mommy and Daddy
by Mama Bee image source There I am, packing an overnight bag for 5 people (to go to Six Flags! YAY VACATION!) when he says to me, "Mommy, I don't want to go to my other mom's this weekend. Can't I just come home wit… -
Do Your Kids Have a Set Nap Time?
image source Do your kids have a set nap time? How long does an average nap last? -
Babies Eating Lemons
Have you ever seen a baby eat a lemon? Well, if you haven't here is a video montage of adorable babies and their reactions to the sour taste of lemons! See more funny videos and funny pictures at CollegeHumor. -
Why Do People Think Those Who Don't Want Children Are Selfish?
image source I was never the kind of girl to want children. I went through a phase when I was 14, but that passed by very quickly. I never had problems with kids - I just didn't want any of my own. My whole life peopl… -
Summer Fun With The Kids
by Mama Pig Whitney showing Mandi her imitation of a fountain. Caleb being his adorable self. -
Staying Hydrated During Outdoor Fun is a Must
Post from Lauren @ Supermom Central Staying hydrated during all your outdoor fun is a must, but at what cost? You can filter your children's drinking water all day but the wrong sippy will still leak BPA, putting harmfu… -
What are Good Sunscreens to Use on Kids?
image source Summer time is when families take their children out to enjoy the sun. What are some good sunscreens to use on your children when they're out? -
Positive Parenting
image source I apologize if any parents out there are already well aware of what I am about to say, but forgive me as I have only just worked it out for myself. I have two kids a boy of 6 and a girl of three and they… -
Eco-Friendly Reading for Summer's Lazy Dayz
Post from Lauren @ Supermom CentralI'm always on the hunt for small tips that make a BIG impact - on my family, my budget, and my environment. But as much as I love Mother Earth, the practical gal in me (who pays the bil… -
Let's Put Those Skills to (Better?) Use!
image source A couple of weeks ago I was at Discount Tire with my husband and Jacey. My husband decided it'd be cool to run into a ditch and mess our front tire up. ..Men. Anyway, we're waiting forever to get our c… -
What Are Some Things Your Family Likes to do on Vacation?
by Mama Bee Our mini vacation went perfectly. My husband took the kids to see Transformers while I stayed in the hotel to take a nice warm bath with a glass of wine and silence. Thursday we took the kids to Elitches a… -
The Cost of Body Image For Our Children
Welcome to our Society. Our motto that is emblazoned on the entrance as we enter this world is "Sex Sells" We cant help but to look around and see that it sells on magazines, it gets ratings, it sells products, its on… -
Popsicles that Don't Poison
Post from Lauren @ Supermom Central I'm sorry to say it, but you might want to think twice as you reach for those Otter Pops this summer. Not only do they contain ridiculous amounts of man-made sugars but they get their… -
When to Teach Your Child a Second Language
image source Remember high school? In Catholic school you could choose Latin or Spanish. What in the world could I do with Latin? And in retrospect Spanish turned out to be very useful. Today, enlightened school sy… -
Cute Roller Babies!
Check out this cute roller babies. What a great start for the day! -
47 Dead Babies And No Justice
image source More photos here. I've been in the USA for the majority of my life, since the age of two. When I was seven we went back to Mexico to a city named Hermosillo in the state of Sonora. It's one of the bigger… -
Defining a Parent - Debbie Rowe and Michael Jackson's Children
image source Last night I watched the 2003 TV interview with Debbie Rowe about her children with Michael Jackson. I believe she clearly stated that she was only a carrier of these children for MJ and that she had no p… -
To Medicate or Not to Medicate...
In May, my 8 year old daughter was diagnosed with A.D.D (she is also dyslexic). I have know since she was 4 that she had A.D.D, but getting a teacher to believe you is insane. That is actually how we found out she is d… -
Personality - Where Does it Come From?
by Mama Elephant image source Many people on the Autism spectrum credit their Autism for their intelligence and personality. While they strive for a "person first" attitude from the public, they insist that every… -
Why Water Birth. Would You Be Interested in Water Birth?
Graphic Video Alert: We are waiting for our first childbirth, and found this blog below. It’s very helpful information on water birth. Water Birth What Is It And Why Under Water Birth Is So Popular RecentlyWo… -
Response to Comments From "Having a Girl Will Ruin My Life" Post
image sourceThis is my response to this recent Momaroo post. First and foremost, I'd like to thank the Xangans who understand my feelings and gave me very encouraging comments. I really appreciate them. Some comment… -
Giveaway! - Karito Kids Doll
Hey Momaroo Readers! We are giving away a Karito Kids Doll! We received Ling from the company owned by Laura and Lisa called Karito Kids and they would like us to share her with one lucky winner! About Ling: Eleve… -
What Time Do You Normally Wake Up to Start Your Busy Day?
image source What time do you normally wake up to start your busy day? -
Am I Passive Because I'm an Only Child? Or is it Just Me?
image source I had a little experience today that made my eternal life situation apparent: I'm an only child and I'm always reminded when I find even the smallest task of asking someone not to do something as a rule o… -
My Baby Was Choking!
image source Well, Saturday was an eventful day. And not in a good way. We went to my husband's great aunt's house in Oklahoma for a fish fry. Jacey was eating some of the food then getting up and running around. (I… -
All About Karito Kids
by Mama Pig About a month ago, Emily received this great doll. It was a Karito Kid named Piper. I personally had never heard of these dolls and since I am sure I am not the only one, let me take a moment and explain… -
Rockin' Raw Snacks and How to Get Your Kiddos Cravin' Them!
Post by Lauren @ SuperMom Central After begging, pleading, threatening, bribing and cajoling my children into eating fruits and veggies (with very little success, I might add), I decided to take a different approach. I'v… -
Do You Have Weird Pregnancy Dreams?
image source I'm only nearly 10 weeks along and I'm already having the weird pregnancy/birthing dreams. Last night I had a dream that I had my baby at 10 weeks gestation and that he came out mostly normal, but I had… -
Having a Girl Will, Sort of, Ruin My Life
image source I just had my ultrascan, and my gyno informed me that my baby will most probably be a girl. Disappointment and anguish quickly overwhelmed me because I've always wanted a baby boy instead. Though things… -
Breast Cancer and Me...
image source No I don't have breast cancer. My Mom does. There are still other results that will take a few more days to be clear. But we are certain now. It is breast cancer. Stage 2 - B which will require… -
My Thoughts on Mother Pleading Guilty to Drunken Breast Feeding
image sourceI came back to the computer for a few minutes to see what was going on and I came upon this post on Momaroo. There is not very much information about the situation right now but I can see lots of people… -
Parental Point of View
How's your point of view lately? Have you found it belongs to you and you alone, or do you share it with others? I was having a conversation with Teen Dude about how his summer was going. He is 16 and full of teen. I… -
Feelings of Pregnancy- Possible to Know You're Having a Girl or Boy?
image source Do you think its possible to feel like you're having a girl or boy when you're pregnant? Or do you think its possible to get the feeling you're going to have twins? -
Attending a Birth, An Honor and Blessing
by Mama Seahorse image source Recently, a friend of mine (JJ) had a baby. She was only married for a few short months when she and her husband found out they were expecting. It was a surprise, but they handled it… -
Let It Be Known, I'm Pregnant!
image source I'm pregnant. Eight, almost nine weeks to be exact. Somewhere amid all the arguing and lack of communication, my husband and I managed to be content long enough for him to knock me up. Honestly, it could… -
School's Out For Summer, YAY!
by Mama Ladybug Today is day one of summer vacation for my family. My big girl is home everyday for the next 3 months...Kinda bittersweet I was thinking to myself last week "What Am I going to do now that she's home… -
What Do You Do for Cheap Summer Fun?
With the economy hurting so badly now, everyone is strapped for cash. What are we supposed to do for fun with kids out of school for 3 months?!? Well, we LETTERBOX.… -
Remebering Gramma
by Mama Seahorse My Gramma was from the south. North Carolina, to be exact, where the drawl wasn’t exactly thick like Texas, and wasn’t muddy like Georgia, but it was sweet and lingering, just enough to make you t… -
I Love You, Mommy
by Mama Bee image source Every morning I tell my kids I love them. Every night I tell them I love them. At least 10 times throughout the day, I tell them I love them. This morning we woke up, got ready and headed out… -
Happy 4th of July!!!
Happy 4th of July! What do you and your family have planned for today? -
Ann Coulter and the Baby Mama Drama
Currently, I am still in the midst of reading Ann Coulter's book "Guilty" and I already have some things to get off of my chest. I have to agree and disagree with Ann Coulter and her views on single moms and their so… -
Marriage: A Fallen Fairytale?
photo credit: http://www.jpgmag.com/photos/645759_________________________________________________________________________________Dearest Xangans,A friend sent me this photo, and I am very intrigued by it. It is a ver… -
Is the Hokey Pokey Really What it's All About?
by Mama Pig image source Last night I was sitting in the living room watching Caleb and Emily play. Emily was busy with her Magna Doodle (can't ever say enough great things about that toy) and Caleb was switching f… -
Keep Your Diaper On!
image source Yesterday, I was minding my own business. Sitting on the couch doing whatever. I think I was playing Sims 3 actually..Anyway. Out of no where Jacey walks up to me naked and stands beside me. I thought it… -
How Accurate are Pregnancy Test Results When Taken Early?
image source I'm going a little out of my mind with pregnancy suspicion. I was off my birth control for the required 7 days for my period but also for an extra two days because I hadn't gone to the pharmacy. Now I'm… -
Would You Lie to a Child for Her Own Good?
image source There was a plane crash in Africa a few days ago, and the only survivor so far is a teenage girl who hung on to wreckage for 13 hours before a boat found her. What struck me about this story was one sente… -
Would This Make Me a Hypocrite?
image source This incident started nagging me this morning when I was making breakfast for everyone. I asked Dulaney if he wanted pancakes or biscuits and he said biscuits. Well, then Cory chimed in that he wanted gr… -
Would You Let Your Teenager Take Birth Control?
image source I watched an episode of George Lopez, and Carmen, the soon-to-be-16-year-old-daughter was asking for birth control pills. Some plus-sides to the pill are: clears up your skinis good for your heartregula… -
My Own Journey to Holland - A Different Place Than I'd Planned in Motherhood
Before I had a baby, I always dreamed of parenthood. I don’t mean just when I was pregnant. That is a given; all pregnant women dream of motherhood. I mean that even when I was a little girl, I dreamed of growing up t… -
How Long Does "Mommy Only" Mode Last?
image source Okay, I love Megan. At present, she is the center of my universe and you cannot tell me differently. But, occasionally, I'd like a little break. A small break. Maybe 15 minutes to myself in the bath whil… -
Advice Needed: Slings and Wraps
With M, it was semi-easy to just have her down in the crib when she was napping. There wouldn't be anyone else at home, so it was peaceful and quiet. Now that there are 2 in the house, it's almost impossible to have E sl… -
Things I Love About My Children
by Mama Pig Last night I was having a horrific time staying asleep. I went to sleep fine, but Emily has a bit of a cold and kept tossing and turning. I am a crazy light sleeper, so I woke up with every turn. Some… -
Are You Still Friends With Any Of Your Childhood Friends?
image source At my wedding, one of my bridesmaids was a friend I had since I was about 5 years old. Are you still friends with any of your childhood friends? Do you think your children are making any lifelong friends…
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