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Things Your Children's Babysitter Should Know

by Mama Koala A few days ago, I got a call after dinner from a close acquaintance. She called me to ask me for a favor...for a friend of hers, someone I have never met. Her friend had an important appointment that she co…
Christmas Shopping in September?

by Mama KoalaI got an email from ToysRus about a Buy 2 Get 1 Free promotion they're having this week. I love "Get 1 Free" deals, and so of course, I had to look. As I browsed the deals online, I started making a list of…
"Baby On Board" Signs

by Mama KoalaI have to admit, I wasn't sure what the point of the "Baby On Board" sign was at first. I'm not very observant with some things, and I don't remember seeing these signs much before I had a baby. Of course, I…
Morning Chat: Are Flu Shots Safe...and Effective?

by Mama KoalaNow that it's September, the dreaded flu season is on people's minds, and hospitals and clinics have probably started stocking up on flu vaccines. According to the CDC (Centers for Disease Control and Preven…
Maid of Honor Dilemma

by Mama Koala Recently, I was asked to be the maid of honor at my friend's wedding next year. It's a big honor when a good friend asks you to play such an important role on their special day, so of course, I accepted.…
Is Sunblock Really All That Important?

by Mama Koala The older we get, it's inevitable that there are more funerals to go to. Sadly, it's not only grandparents... I'm not yet 30, but I have several friends around my age who have had to say goodbye to a paren…
Successful TV Alternatives for Busy Moms

by Mama Koala Balcony artist at workEver since Baby Koala transitioned to just one nap a day, it's been more and more challenging trying to find ways to keep her entertained when I need to do work. I suppose this is a s…
Used Children's Clothing: Store, Give, Lend, or Sell?

by Mama KoalaBabies grow out of clothing pretty quickly the first 6 months. After that, it kind of depends on your child. If your baby's like mine, you might be able to use clothing long enough to actually see a good a…
Teenage Depression Should Not Be Ignored

by Mama KoalaEveryone goes through adolescence. For some, it's not a big deal, but for others, the teenage years are sometimes difficult to endure. Pressure to study or perform well, pressure to experience new things (…
Shaving Baby's Head for Thicker Hair: Fact or Myth?

by Mama KoalaWhen Baby Koala was "crowning" during birth, the first thing I asked my husband was "Do you see hair?" I know, it's ridiculous, and yet, that's what came to mind at the time. My mom used to tell me stories…