Today's guest post is by Betsy Finn. She lives in Michigan with her husband, two boys, and two cats (Betsy's story). You can read more of her thoughts on life and creative musings at BPhotoArt.com. There, Betsy blogs about a hodgepodge of topics including fine art and portrait … [Read more...] about 10 things you don’t need to do while pregnant – Pregnancy Tips from a Postpartum Mom
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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 … [Read more...] about Why The #MomsNotLovinIt Trend Needs to End
What I Think I Look Like vs. Reality
Most days, I'm lucky if I can finish a cup of coffee. So, honestly, the daily showers I used to enjoy seem to be a thing of the past. And it didn't really bother me at first, because I thought I looked pretty adorable in yoga pants and ponytails. Then, I caught a glance of my … [Read more...] about What I Think I Look Like vs. Reality
KellyMom: Making Moms Feel Bad About Themselves Since 1996
I've posted on this topic before, but since KellyMom.com is a "recommended" source I keep encountering, I feel the need to regularly address the topic. When moms look for advice (online, specifically), other mothers pass KellyMom on as a valid, reputable resource. But the fact … [Read more...] about KellyMom: Making Moms Feel Bad About Themselves Since 1996
10 Ways You Know You’re a Total “Mom”
1. Your friends invite you out, and instead of thinking "YAY! Girls night!" you start doing a cost-benefit analysis that looks something like this: Time getting ready + X hours of enjoyment ÷ drinks consumed = not enough fun to make the hangover worth it. 2. Photos of people … [Read more...] about 10 Ways You Know You’re a Total “Mom”