http://www.examiner.com/x-1978-LA-Motherhood-Examiner?cid=exrss-LA-Motherhood-Examiner en-us Mon, 23 Nov 2009 15:16:05 -0700 Wed, 15 Apr 2009 14:19:36 -0700 BlogCFC http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss http://www.examiner.com/x-1978-LA-Motherhood-Examiner~y2009m4d15-Stop-Second-Guessing-Yourself--An-Interview-with-Jen-Singer-from-Mommasaidnet?cid=exrss-LA-Motherhood-Examiner   The Go-To Mom, Kimberley Blaine interviews,  the author of, 'STOP SECOND-GUESSING YOURSELF:The Toddler Year: A Field-Tested Guide to Confident Parenting  Q. What’s the hardest part about transitioning fr... the go to mom toddlers parents book Wed, 15 Apr 2009 14:19:36 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-1978-LA-Motherhood-Examiner~y2009m4d15-Stop-Second-Guessing-Yourself--An-Interview-with-Jen-Singer-from-Mommasaidnet?cid=exrss-LA-Motherhood-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-1978-LA-Motherhood-Examiner~y2009m3d26-How-Breaking-the-Cycle-of-Mommy-Competition-Can-Help-Raise-A-Moms-SelfEsteem?cid=exrss-LA-Motherhood-Examiner  I enjoyed the book, "Tripping the Prom Queen: The Truth About Women and Rivalry" and all the info that Susan Shapiro Barash, the author of presented. She is great writer and while her points are hard to digest, I kept on reading. I ne... the go to mom mommy empowerment mommy wars Thu, 26 Mar 2009 13:32:00 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-1978-LA-Motherhood-Examiner~y2009m3d26-How-Breaking-the-Cycle-of-Mommy-Competition-Can-Help-Raise-A-Moms-SelfEsteem?cid=exrss-LA-Motherhood-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-1978-LA-Motherhood-Examiner~y2009m3d21-Embarrassing-Public-Encounters-and-Teaching-Social-Grace?cid=exrss-LA-Motherhood-Examiner Have you ever been so embarrassed when your child makes a comment in public that is completely and utterly offensive? One time in the drug store my 4 year old asked me out loud, “Mommy why are people so fat?”  I gasped wit... the go to mom embarrasssing moments with kids Sat, 21 Mar 2009 14:24:50 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-1978-LA-Motherhood-Examiner~y2009m3d21-Embarrassing-Public-Encounters-and-Teaching-Social-Grace?cid=exrss-LA-Motherhood-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-1978-LA-Motherhood-Examiner~y2009m3d11-Using-EcoFriendly-Lunch-Bags-for-Kids?cid=exrss-LA-Motherhood-Examiner     Bye bye plastic baggies! I have found smart and fun lunch bags to send my kids to school with that are more eco-friendly than the traditional lunch box.   The Go Green Lunch Box has a compartmenta... eco lunch bags go green lunch kids konserve Wed, 11 Mar 2009 12:20:13 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-1978-LA-Motherhood-Examiner~y2009m3d11-Using-EcoFriendly-Lunch-Bags-for-Kids?cid=exrss-LA-Motherhood-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-1978-LA-Motherhood-Examiner~y2009m3d6-Tips-For-the-Traveling-Parent-Seven-Ways-to-Stay-Connected-to-Family?cid=exrss-LA-Motherhood-Examiner It’s no secret the traveling parent has a challenging time staying connected to loved ones when leaving home is part of his or her career.  Children may become accustomed to having a parent absent for long periods o... working parents tips to stay connected Fri, 06 Mar 2009 13:45:50 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-1978-LA-Motherhood-Examiner~y2009m3d6-Tips-For-the-Traveling-Parent-Seven-Ways-to-Stay-Connected-to-Family?cid=exrss-LA-Motherhood-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-1978-LA-Motherhood-Examiner~y2009m2d28-Children-and-WeaponSuperhero-Play?cid=exrss-LA-Motherhood-Examiner Young children are typically not in control of their own lives. For many children, weapon play is one of the ways they can process their fears, feel safe, and experiment with self-defense.This is a natural phase, and should come after 4 or 5 years of... children and weapon play superhero play Sat, 28 Feb 2009 14:32:04 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-1978-LA-Motherhood-Examiner~y2009m2d28-Children-and-WeaponSuperhero-Play?cid=exrss-LA-Motherhood-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-1978-LA-Motherhood-Examiner~y2009m2d27-Unplug-Your-Kids-A-New-Book-For-Concerned-Parents?cid=exrss-LA-Motherhood-Examiner  As a parent I'm sure you are concerned about your child's relationship with: Computers - Television - Internet - Video Games - Music - Movies & Advertising.I have come accross a new book called Unplug Your Kids.   It is a Parent's... the go to mom david dutwin unplug your kids tv Fri, 27 Feb 2009 11:28:42 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-1978-LA-Motherhood-Examiner~y2009m2d27-Unplug-Your-Kids-A-New-Book-For-Concerned-Parents?cid=exrss-LA-Motherhood-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-1978-LA-Motherhood-Examiner~y2009m2d26-Play-Groups-for-The-Working-Mom?cid=exrss-LA-Motherhood-Examiner I I came across a great new resource web site for moms and dads called Play Groups USA.  I interviewed the Co-Founder, Jodi Van Lom, and she had some great advice for the working mommy. Jodi states:"If you are one of today's worki... the go to mom playgroups working mom Thu, 26 Feb 2009 15:17:53 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-1978-LA-Motherhood-Examiner~y2009m2d26-Play-Groups-for-The-Working-Mom?cid=exrss-LA-Motherhood-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-1978-LA-Motherhood-Examiner~y2009m2d20-Do-Moms-Have-to-Do-It-All-to-Have-it-All?cid=exrss-LA-Motherhood-Examiner  How many times do you get your fingernails or toes nails cleaned, trimmed and painted pretty pink? Not enough I bet.  How many times a week do you go to the store, do laundry or drive to a job?  I’m sure you have a clear answer ... the go to mom mommy empowerment mommy confidence Fri, 20 Feb 2009 14:36:29 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-1978-LA-Motherhood-Examiner~y2009m2d20-Do-Moms-Have-to-Do-It-All-to-Have-it-All?cid=exrss-LA-Motherhood-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-1978-LA-Motherhood-Examiner~y2009m2d20-Playground-Etiquette?cid=exrss-LA-Motherhood-Examiner HERE IS A TIP IF YOU HAVE AS RESISTANT CHILD or  a CHILD WHO WON’T GET ALONG WITH OTHERS AT THE PARK: If your child is aggressive and doesn’t want to play cooperatively with other children or ... play park etiquette kids the go to mom Fri, 20 Feb 2009 10:36:50 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-1978-LA-Motherhood-Examiner~y2009m2d20-Playground-Etiquette?cid=exrss-LA-Motherhood-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-1978-LA-Motherhood-Examiner~y2009m2d19-Comfort-Silkie-Baby-Blankeets-Provides-Tips-and-Soothing-Products-for-Cardiac-Patients?cid=exrss-LA-Motherhood-Examiner Comfort: to give strength and hope; to make strong. Over eight million American women are living with heart disease. Comfort Therapist, Jeanelle Troncone shares tips on how to comfort your heart and keep it healthy at www.comfortsilkie.com.  S... the go to mom comfort silkie cardiac patients Thu, 19 Feb 2009 10:44:00 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-1978-LA-Motherhood-Examiner~y2009m2d19-Comfort-Silkie-Baby-Blankeets-Provides-Tips-and-Soothing-Products-for-Cardiac-Patients?cid=exrss-LA-Motherhood-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-1978-LA-Motherhood-Examiner~y2009m2d16-New-test-tells-you-gender-of-your-baby-early?cid=exrss-LA-Motherhood-Examiner The "Pink or Blue" test and is available from this website.  All you have to do is prick your finger for blood put it on a card and send it to the Consumer Genetics lab. Consumer Genetics guarantees an accuracy rate of 95% or higher.No... the go to mom early gender test pink and blue Mon, 16 Feb 2009 10:21:25 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-1978-LA-Motherhood-Examiner~y2009m2d16-New-test-tells-you-gender-of-your-baby-early?cid=exrss-LA-Motherhood-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-1978-LA-Motherhood-Examiner~y2009m2d13-Understanding-the-clingy-toddler?cid=exrss-LA-Motherhood-Examiner Mommy Holly asks, “My 26 month old has been extremely clingy lately.  He cries every time I leave the room -- even to take a shower. I am not sure if it is because of his age or our new baby.”This is normal behavior for a toddler and... discipline parenting clingy toddler super nanny Fri, 13 Feb 2009 12:10:21 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-1978-LA-Motherhood-Examiner~y2009m2d13-Understanding-the-clingy-toddler?cid=exrss-LA-Motherhood-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-1978-LA-Motherhood-Examiner~y2009m2d12-A-Valentine-donut-is-a-sweet-way-to-give?cid=exrss-LA-Motherhood-Examiner  Spread the word and the love!   Does Valentines day have to be a day to only give flowers and candy?  Try giving a yummy chocolate Valentine this year.  This donut is from Dunkin Donuts, but I'm sure that many donuts shops in you... donuts valentines dunkin donuts krispy kreme Thu, 12 Feb 2009 12:41:30 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-1978-LA-Motherhood-Examiner~y2009m2d12-A-Valentine-donut-is-a-sweet-way-to-give?cid=exrss-LA-Motherhood-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-1978-LA-Motherhood-Examiner~y2009m2d11-The-No-Spend-Zone-Babysitting-Budget?cid=exrss-LA-Motherhood-Examiner  I find myself quite obsessed by some of the best mommy blogs.  The content that comes out of the keyboard of  SAHM's is very alluring.  They say how it is and make you think twice about daily living as a mom.  Here's a entry... afford a babysitter? the go to mom Wed, 11 Feb 2009 07:57:59 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-1978-LA-Motherhood-Examiner~y2009m2d11-The-No-Spend-Zone-Babysitting-Budget?cid=exrss-LA-Motherhood-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-1978-LA-Motherhood-Examiner~y2009m2d9-The-Babies-Room-A-successful-recycling-business?cid=exrss-LA-Motherhood-Examiner  What a great concept, a store in Florida, "The Babies' Room" sells both consignment and new product.  Now that's a great way to recycle.  They even have a wonderful outdoor play area for kids.  These are the type of sho... gainesville babies consignment stores baby Mon, 09 Feb 2009 10:12:21 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-1978-LA-Motherhood-Examiner~y2009m2d9-The-Babies-Room-A-successful-recycling-business?cid=exrss-LA-Motherhood-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-1978-LA-Motherhood-Examiner~y2009m2d7-How-do-you-breastfeed-eight-babies--Is-it-possible?cid=exrss-LA-Motherhood-Examiner   I am consultant for a wonderful mom resource here in LA, called The Pumpstation.  I will be starting a series of Toddler Emotion Coaching Classes there this Spring.   I really liked this article, which is an interview with Corky, who... the go to mom nursing octuplets the pump station Sat, 07 Feb 2009 08:23:25 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-1978-LA-Motherhood-Examiner~y2009m2d7-How-do-you-breastfeed-eight-babies--Is-it-possible?cid=exrss-LA-Motherhood-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-1978-LA-Motherhood-Examiner~y2009m2d6-Octuplets-Mom-states--I-was-really-lonely-as-a-child?cid=exrss-LA-Motherhood-Examiner  My biggest concern is how will theses babies fair?  Will they all be rocked and nursed as all babies so rightfully deserve?  Will they all have one-on-one conversations with their mother and learn lessons of reasoning and compassion?&... Nadya Suleman California octuplets ann curry Fri, 06 Feb 2009 13:13:04 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-1978-LA-Motherhood-Examiner~y2009m2d6-Octuplets-Mom-states--I-was-really-lonely-as-a-child?cid=exrss-LA-Motherhood-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-1978-LA-Motherhood-Examiner~y2009m2d6-Does-your-child-need-lots-of-assistance-to-fall-asleep?cid=exrss-LA-Motherhood-Examiner   Does he wake through the night or take short naps? Many people ask, “How much sleep does my child need?”  Sleep studies show that sleep deprivation problems can start with children as young as toddlers.  Lack of slee... sleep sleepy planet bed time routines Fri, 06 Feb 2009 10:17:31 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-1978-LA-Motherhood-Examiner~y2009m2d6-Does-your-child-need-lots-of-assistance-to-fall-asleep?cid=exrss-LA-Motherhood-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-1978-LA-Motherhood-Examiner~y2009m2d4-Do-working-moms-have-to-pay-a-nanny-tax?cid=exrss-LA-Motherhood-Examiner Just found this on my daily Google Search for Mommy Stories which I'm sure all working moms can relate to.BY Jane Ridley DAILY NEWS STAFF WRITER Wednesday, February 4th 2009 states writes:When Nancy Killefer withdrew her candidacy as Oba... nanny tax feds nancy killefer Wed, 04 Feb 2009 16:44:51 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-1978-LA-Motherhood-Examiner~y2009m2d4-Do-working-moms-have-to-pay-a-nanny-tax?cid=exrss-LA-Motherhood-Examiner