Just For Moms

What Should a Mother do When She Learns She is Expecting?

July 1, 2012

The phrase “working mother” is redundant. ~Jane Sellman Congratulations! Learning you have become pregnant is very exciting. It can also be very stressful and overwhelming – especially if this is your first baby. Pregnancy Is Normal! Pregnancy and birth is a normal part of life not a disease or an affliction and the vast majority [...]

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Why You Need a Healthy Pregnancy Diet Plan

May 6, 2012

Throughout the pregnancy, an expectant mother should be well-nourished. This is extremely important in order to have a healthy baby and easy delivery. In order to do this, you need to have a pregnancy diet plan. You can find lots of diet tips for pregnant women online and in self-help books. These tips won’t be [...]

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The Name Game: 5 Things I’ve Learned About Wearing My Mommy Crown As An ‘MTA’

November 1, 2011

When I first got married and became a second mom to two wonderful kids, I was often asked by my friends, “So what do the kids call you?” I used to wish I could answer back “They call me Mom” or, in Sidney Poitier style, “They call me Mrs. Tillman.” But alas, the short answer [...]

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A Few Ideas for Your Baby Registry – 7 Things Every New Mom Needs

September 21, 2011

A Few Ideas for Your Baby Registry – 7 Things Every New Mom Needs Bringing a baby into this world is definitely an enjoyable experience. Usually, the birth of a child is quite spontaneous and for this reason, you have to prepare a few things in advance. Luckily for you, the baby shower can help [...]

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Managing Parenting and Going Back to School

July 30, 2011

Managing Parenting and Going Back to School It’s the end of a busy workday. I sit back and think about all that I’ve accomplished… and all that I haven’t. And this is how it is. You begin your day with a list of things to do, and you get as much of it crossed off [...]

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The Joys of Craigslisting

July 26, 2011

The Phil & Teds double stroller… ahhh… a dream to steer, simple to fold up and to unfold, and small to store. There just isn’t a better stroller on the market, and the price indicates that. Ranging from $600 – $1000+ it is way beyond my price point. However, when I want something I generally [...]

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