If you're not planning to have a baby shower, or you're on baby #2, #3 or beyond, you might decide against creating a baby registry. Your reasons are varied: it's a waste of time, I already have everything I need, I don't want people to feel obligated to buy the baby things, etc. All of those reasons are invalid, and here's why: … [Read more...] about No Baby Shower? 5 Reasons You Should Still Create A Baby Registry
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Mom Confession #981: The Muppets
Okay, I'll admit it: I'm (most likely) a horrible mom. I complain about basic baby care, and I let my 10 month old chew on expensive television remotes. I also let him watch television; specifically, the Muppets. Some of my loyal readers will remember a time when Clark monster was obsessed with Katy Perry. Sadly (or, gratefully? I can't decide), that ship has sailed. Clark has … [Read more...] about Mom Confession #981: The Muppets
8 Moms Who Are Doing It Wrong
As parents, there are times where we all think we're doing it wrong (even if we don't admit it). Being a parent is equal parts stressful and rewarding (I hope?), but no matter what you do people will always judge your parenting style. Yesterday, I got judged in my own apartment for letting my 10-month old fling spaghetti and tomato sauce all over the living room (HE WAS HAVING … [Read more...] about 8 Moms Who Are Doing It Wrong
Why The #MomsNotLovinIt Trend Needs to End
Blogger and activist Casey Hinds of kyhealthykids.com is gaining recognition for her Twitter campaign against McDonald's using the hashtag #MomsNotLovinIt. Hinds compared McDonalds to Joe Camel, and is attacking the McDonalds corporation for targeting children. There's little doubt that the McDonald's Happy Meal is marketed toward kids; it is, after all, a kid's meal. The … [Read more...] about Why The #MomsNotLovinIt Trend Needs to End
Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, or Spouse’s Day?
There's a trend among anonymous women on the Internet: if your significant other does the bare minimum, deal with it. This attitude is increasingly prominent around holidays. Moms who complained about not being acknowledged by their spouses on Mother's Day were met with a quick verbal spanking. The reason? Well, it was Mother's Day - not "Spouse's Day", so your … [Read more...] about Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, or Spouse’s Day?