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Hump Day Health Tip: Get Some Sleep!

Hollywood Mommy — Wed, 19 Jun 2013 22:19:26 GMT

It feels good to sleep, doesn’t it? And being able to sleep in for a mom is like winning the lottery. It's a rare achievement, and an almost impossible feat!

The Value of Living the Lessons We Teach

Sherri Clark Smith — Wed, 19 Jun 2013 18:35:12 GMT

In a few weeks, my oldest child will leave for college. I remember the tears I shed as he boarded the school bus for kindergarten!

Kindergarten – To Go or Not To Go?

Julie Cole — Wed, 19 Jun 2013 13:04:58 GMT

Apparently I blinked. And suddenly, my sixth child will be starting Junior Kindergarten in September.

Email using your Domain Name

girliemom — Wed, 19 Jun 2013 11:11:18 GMT

If you run a small business and are using your local Internet Provider for hosting your business emails – keep in mind there is another way to make your email look more professional.

Assuming you also have a presence on the internet, you do this by taking advantage of your Domain name.

Which looks more professional to you:

melissa@optonline.net
-OR-
melissa@girliemom.com

Why "Older" Moms Need to Get Over the Stigma of Being "Old" to Get a Job

Stacey — Wed, 19 Jun 2013 01:17:17 GMT

A long, long time ago, in a galaxy far, far away, there existed an economy full of companies that provided defined benefit retirement plans. On top of their desired pay levels, these plans made hiring older workers VERY expensive. Now times have changed.

Struggling With Assertiveness?

Teressa — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 18:25:42 GMT

Birthday Bash

fastfoodv — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 16:44:14 GMT

Friday was my birthday. And while I’ve enjoyed quite a few of them as the years have swept swiftly by, I, as always, enjoyed my special day. I’m a firm believer in that we should celebrate ourselves. And we’re never too old for birthdays.

Is Sibling Bullying a Concern for Society?

Melissa Moraja — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 14:23:05 GMT

This morning as I was browsing headlines, I came across one on FoxNews titled Sibling bullying is under-recognized, study finds. Of course I had to read it.

How To Live A Balanced Life

Melissa Moraja — Mon, 17 Jun 2013 22:43:33 GMT

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Losing Focus/Finding Focus

JenniferOwens — Mon, 17 Jun 2013 21:20:23 GMT

I’ve been writing this blog and keeping to my new plan for six months now, and I’ve got to say it’s going great. But let’s be honest – six months is a long time. So long, in fact, that I’m going to fully admit to getting a little distracted.

That said, I haven’t gained any weight – and if you’re at all like me, you’ll know that counts as a win. But I have lost focus and I know why.

Ten Memorable Celebrity Dad Quotes

Hollywood Mommy — Sun, 16 Jun 2013 21:30:32 GMT

Whether we pay tribute to fathers with an official day once a year, or esteem that special dad all year long, fathers are meant to be honored. A man who takes care of, spends time with and loves their child is worth celebrating. It doesn’t matter if they’re a blue collar worker, struggling to make ends meet; or an A-list celebrity, traveling the globe but still keeping family in tow, a dad is a dad at any status level.

Taya Kyle talks about her new found job

Elise Cooper — Sun, 16 Jun 2013 21:27:26 GMT

Taya Kyle, the wife of the late hero Chris Kyle has a new job. Taya is dedicated to keeping Chris’ legacy alive, after he was murdered in February of this year. She had not expected to become a working mom at this time in her life, but circumstances dictated otherwise. In the midst of working on his seco

I Married Well

TheWorkingMommysManual — Sun, 16 Jun 2013 15:14:20 GMT

For me, being a working mom is existing in a constant state of managed chaos. Two small son, plus two rescue dogs, plus demanding career, plus - you know - life in general equals a daily nail-biting existence. And, yes, I am insane because I wouldn't change a thing about it.And I seemingly hold it together pretty well. It's not uncommon for a friend or co-worker to ask "how do you do it all?" To which I always reply, "I married well." And by well I don't mean I married a trust fund baby or a billionaire. What I got is so much better than that. Truly

The Cap and Gown Dilemma

TheLearningMom — Fri, 14 Jun 2013 14:59:31 GMT

For some, the dilemma is what to wear underneath their cap and gown. For others, the dilemma is making sure their cap doesn’t fall or ensuring the tassel stays in the correct side. And for a few, the dilemma is focusing on not falling as they walk across the stage.

The Cap and Gown Dilemma

TheLearningMom — Fri, 14 Jun 2013 14:53:41 GMT

Homing at Work Helps Employees Find Balance, Says Study

Maricar Santos — Thu, 13 Jun 2013 22:01:53 GMT

Some busy parents have the option of working from home, which helps them balance family and job responsibilites. But many employees who may not have that option are trying to strike a balance by doing the reverse: “homing at work.”

6 Tips for Onboarding Successfully As an Executive

Stacey — Thu, 13 Jun 2013 13:42:13 GMT

Returning to work can be a challenge - and we expect the company to train us and help us be successful. Many companies have structured training programs for getting new hires up to speed. At the entry to mid-management levels of an organization, these programs are successful because the expectations are lower. People know these employees need time to learn the job and the business or industry.

Hump Day Health Tip: Get Some Sun!

Hollywood Mommy — Wed, 12 Jun 2013 23:32:48 GMT

Summer is just around the corner, and with the hot months fast approaching people are stocking up on sunscreen to avoid the harmful effects of over exposure to the sun.

And, because of the negative stigma associated with too much fun in the sun, like skin cancer, cataracts and wrinkles, many people are taking the extreme step and avoiding the sun altogether, opting instead to take in the hot summers days indoors.

Juggling It All?

JenYanoff — Wed, 12 Jun 2013 11:21:11 GMT

After returning to work from a 12-week maternity leave of which my pay consisted of a little short-term disability and what vacation days I had saved (which meant only using five days during my 40 weeks of pregnancy for sick or vacation), I tried to do it all. Why do we do this to ourselves? I was being cheap, or I had a lot of pride or a lot to prove (you pick), and I thought I could and should be able to put 125% into my roles as mother, wife and employee. Unfortunately, none of these areas can afford 40+% effort and I still needed six hours of sleep per night.

There is Only 1 Thing You Need to Know to Get the Job

Stacey — Tue, 11 Jun 2013 19:48:04 GMT

In today's competitive job market, job seekers are vying for jobs against hundreds of other eligible candidates. And company's know - there are other fish in the sea. Networking, researching and preparing for interviews are all critical steps to improve your chances of getting the offer.

Searching for a wholesome children's book

Wendy Kirwan — Tue, 11 Jun 2013 19:02:30 GMT

Curious George and the Berenstain Bears are definitely SFW, but they're not often discussed at the water cooler in the office (or more accurately in our case, the coffee maker.) But when you work with lots of moms and you work for Kars for Kids, an educational youth charity, children's books come up frequently in conversation. Diary of a Wimpy Kid, Gordon Korman, Madeline... they're all up for discussion.

Life Coach Lesson: Go From Whining to Winning

Teressa — Tue, 11 Jun 2013 17:20:58 GMT

Do you ever feel like you just want to whine and complain about your job, your boss, your company, your partner, your life? We all do. It’s normal, but there might be good buried beneath the bad feelings on the surface.

Dare to Dream

fastfoodv — Tue, 11 Jun 2013 04:23:59 GMT

From early childhood I’ve always been a creative person. Among many things I enjoyed, and still do, is singing and acting in plays. But one of my most favorite things was, and is, writing.

Liz’s Response: Bring on Sleep!

JenniferOwens — Mon, 10 Jun 2013 13:10:10 GMT

Yes, Jennifer, you are 100% right: Having a good night sleep has a major impact on weight and on someone’s ability to stick with a healthy eating plan. It sounds like one of the easiest recommendations to put into effect, “Sleep more and you will lose more weight.” But we all know it’s not always that easy, so putting some real thought into your sleep hygiene may be required to put this into effect.

If someone is not getting enough sleep, or a good quality of sleep, a number of things may occur that impact their ability to lose weight:

Three Phrases You Should Say to Your Child Everyday

Hollywood Mommy — Mon, 10 Jun 2013 06:33:08 GMT

It’s easy to notice the mistakes of those around us, especially our kids. After all, they’re little people, growing into adults so it’s normal that they’ll have a lot of mishaps along the way. It’s also normal to hold them accountable so they can grow into responsible adults. Sadly, on the journey to adulthood, oftentimes our fault-finding outweighs the positive aspects of the relationship with our children.