Monthly Archives: February 2012

Common Sense Weight Loss Tips That Really Work

Posted on February 29, 2012 by Alison

According to recent Gallup polls, around 60% of Americans would like to lose weight and over a quarter of them are actively trying.  For many, this is a stressful and frustrating process – but it doesn’t have to be! Follow … Continue reading →

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Potty Training Boot Camp

Posted on February 29, 2012 by Jessica

We as parents love when our child is potty trained, but not so much the training aspect of it. As a mom of five children, I have been asked what has worked for me. While I do not pretend to have … Continue reading →

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Easy Homemade Pizza Dough

Posted on February 28, 2012 by Becky

One of my son’s favorite foods is Pizza.  When he has his friends over this is what we like to make.  The kids like to make their own creations, it is filling (hard to achieve with teenagers who are bottomless … Continue reading →

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Menu Planning Made Easy

Posted on February 28, 2012 by Rachel B

When we were first married, my husband and I would try to be the first to ask the dreaded question at the end of each day, what’s for dinner? We never had a plan, and it took us forever to … Continue reading →

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It’s Time For A Perspective Check-Up

Posted on February 27, 2012 by Meg

What did you think when you looked in the mirror this morning? Did you stand back and take it all in, thinking you’re feeling pretty good today? Or did you lean in close and think, “There’s a blemish, there’s a … Continue reading →

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How a BUSY MOM stays FIT!!

Posted on February 24, 2012 by Natalie

I know what you are thinking… “She is a fitness instructor so she gets PAID to work out!!!  If I got paid to workout, maybe I would be more fit as well!”  I am here to tell you that, we … Continue reading →

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Add Flair To Your Cupcakes – Color Stripes, Rose Patterns, and Filling

Posted on February 24, 2012 by CCs Mom

Next time you’re asked to bring cupcakes to an event, try these decorating tips to add a little flair to your dessert. Wouldn’t it be neat to frost the cupcake to look like a rose or with a little food … Continue reading →

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Every [Child] is Different

Posted on February 23, 2012 by Kellie

Earlier this week, L received her 3rd round of Botox Treatments on her right side, and so she has been a little weaker due to the recent treatment. I typically put her in her leg/ankle brace so she’ll have a little … Continue reading →

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Is It Possible To Live Without Media?

Posted on February 23, 2012 by Becky

The other day I was looking around at my family.  My son was playing a video game on the computer, my husband was watching Netflix on the TV, and I was upstairs doing something on my laptop.  We were spending … Continue reading →

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IntelliGender: Product Review

Posted on February 22, 2012 by Jessica

IntelliGender is an at-home urine based gender prediction test. They claim a 90% accuracy rate as early as 10 weeks gestation when the directions are followed strictly. We only discovered IntelliGender with our last two pregnancies, so my review is based … Continue reading →

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Cake Pops Tips and Tricks

Posted on February 22, 2012 by Rachel B

Cake Pops are all the rage right now. Being sold at school bake sales, taking the place of cake at birthdays, and even finding their way into Starbucks. I mean, how could you resist these cute little balls of goodness? … Continue reading →

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Spyware: What It Is and What You Can Do About It

Posted on February 21, 2012 by Alison

True story: every time I hear the word “spyware” I think of the little pointy-nosed characters in the “Spy vs. Spy” comics. It makes me chuckle – but the truth is that spyware is a real threat that can compromise … Continue reading →

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Journey 2: The Mysterious Island

Posted on February 21, 2012 by Monica

So it was President’s Day, the kids were out of school…so what do we do?  Head to the movies!  The only thing playing that we all could agree on was Journey 2: The Mysterious Island.  The kids wanted to see … Continue reading →

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Save Children With Special Needs

Posted on February 20, 2012 by Mom With A View

Last weekend my husband and I went to the movies and, prior to our featured film, we saw both the ad from Coke-a-Cola and an upcoming new movie to promote saving the chimpanzees.  Not to mention the inaccuracy regarding their … Continue reading →

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Mourn With Those That Mourn-Part 1

Posted on February 17, 2012 by Monica

The most common question asked of me after my husband passed away is “Is there anything I can I do for you?”.  I can see in people’s eyes that they want to help, but they don’t know how.  The problem with that … Continue reading →

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Creating a busy box for your child: Part 1-What to put in it?

Posted on February 16, 2012 by Rachel B

Do your kids go crazy in the waiting room of the doctor’s office? Do they freak out if they have to spend more than 10 seconds in the shopping cart at Target? Do you dread taking them to restaurants? If … Continue reading →

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Pants that FIT the Exercise!!!

Posted on February 15, 2012 by Natalie

Do you ever get overwhelmed when you walk into a Sports Authority, Nike, or some other fancy workout store????  Well, you are not the only one and I am a fitness instructor and I wear a lot of different pants!  … Continue reading →

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Antipasto Chicken Sandwich

Posted on February 15, 2012 by CCs Mom

I keep waiting for my husband to surprise me with a cleaning lady. It happened once in the long ago.  When I was pregnant with my daughter I was big and unwieldy and the last thing I wanted to do … Continue reading →

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How to make a Plastic Bag Holder

Posted on February 14, 2012 by Becky

I don’t know about you, but I have a ton of plastic shopping bags that I do not want to throw away.  I know that you are not supposed to put them in the recycling container because it jams up … Continue reading →

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Mindful Breathing

Posted on February 13, 2012 by Stacy Gibbons

Laundry. Cook dinner. Bath Time. Work. Mop the floor. Dust. Vacuum.  Workout. Call back friend. Kids to school. Change diaper.  Clean up spill.  Gas up car…. just to name a few of the tasks we as mothers do almost daily. … Continue reading →

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The Lost Value of Work

Posted on February 10, 2012 by Kellie

Recently at my job, I’ve observed and participated in a few interesting conversations regarding work. There are quite a few fellow employees that think work is standing around at the front desk, talking to each other about the woes of … Continue reading →

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Fun, Free Ways to Entertain Your Kids on a Cold Day

Posted on February 9, 2012 by Jessica

Whether it’s raining, snowing, freezing, or sweltering hot outside these easy activities will keep your little ones free from the dreaded whining phrase we all know, ” Mommy I’m bored.” As a mom to five children under the age of eight, … Continue reading →

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Roasted Vegetable Salad

Posted on February 9, 2012 by CCs Mom

There’s a cute little restaurant in Steamboat Springs, Colorado called ‘Sweet Peas’.  It’s an all-organic eatery that offers simple sandwiches and salads, all made with seasonal ingredients. When we visit Steamboat we always look forward to lunches at this restaurant … Continue reading →

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The Truth About Mommy Brain, Part 2

Posted on February 8, 2012 by Rachel A. B.

If you read the first half of my article, The Truth About Mommy Brain, you’ll know that while there is no scientific evidence that shows women experience memory loss after pregnancy, the crazy life of a mom often leads to … Continue reading →

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Reuse and Save $150!

Posted on February 7, 2012 by Ann

Be organized. Be creative. Be good to our environment. Here are 10 simple money saving ideas worth trying ($150 worth) 1. Pantry Organizer: $3-18 vs. Empty Salad Mix Container: Free It’s never easy to keep the pantry organized with empty … Continue reading →

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This New Mommas Top Five {Beauty} Faves

Posted on February 6, 2012 by Jennika

As a new momma I quickly discovered that “beautification time” was one of the first things to fall off the priority list. I am learning how to streamline my morning routine so I decided to share the things I simply … Continue reading →

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The Woman in Black – Movie Review

Posted on February 6, 2012 by Monica

I went to a movie on opening night!  I almost never do that, but both kids were out of the house, how could I not?  My son was at a camp out and my daughter was at a sleep over, … Continue reading →

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The Truth About Mommy Brain

Posted on February 3, 2012 by Rachel A. B.

On my way to give a presentation for a local company, I said a quick goodbye to my son and our favorite babysitter, took a last look in the mirror at my six-month pregnant self, and ran out the door. … Continue reading →

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Quick and Easy Salmon Spaghetti

Posted on February 3, 2012 by CCs Mom

Last week my son decided I was no longer cool.  How can that be?  I shower him with kisses when he’s with his friends.  I sing the latest Justin Beiber song really loud in the car.  If he has a … Continue reading →

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A Widow’s Advice

Posted on February 2, 2012 by Monica

As a new widow, I get looks from people who seem like they really want to ask me questions about my experience, but they don’t quite know how to do it.  I mean really, what would they say?  So I … Continue reading →

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Mommy Myths: Here’s the Real Story

Posted on February 1, 2012 by Annie

I remember those carefree days before I had children.  The days where I would look at other mothers, silently judging them in my head, saying to myself, “When I am a mother I will NEVER let my child eat a … Continue reading →

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Monster Cookies (Can be Gluten Free)

Posted on February 1, 2012 by Becky

I am with Cookie Monster, I LOVE cookies.  They are the best when they are still warm from the oven.  I especially love cookies with oats, peanut butter and M&M’s in them.  This is the time of year for baking … Continue reading →

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