In the Motherhood - Coming March 26 on ABC
Friday, February 27, 2009
I have to admit, I'm a little excited about In the Motherhood, ABC's upcoming comedy about, you guessed it, motherhood. ABC and the show's producers are putting a different twist on the show by allowing real mothers to share their stories and their experiences may actually wind up woven into an episode. Pretty cool.
I've been watching some of the In the Motherhood clips for months, but now that I've noticed a huge ad push on the major mom blogs I've decided to take a look again. The show looks promising and I can't wait to watch it even though I don't have a TV. Wait. That might be a problem unless, of course, ABC runs the show online as well. One can hope.
Note: This post was written solely due to my interest in In the Motherhood. I wasn't pitched and definitely not paid for this mention. I'm simply interested to see how this show will turn out.
On the Net: http://itm.abc.go.com
-Jennifer James, Editor
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Workouts in a NY Minute
Monday, January 19, 2009
"What if I really don't have a whole hour to spare for working out?" As the creator of "No Excuse" training, David Kirsch worked with Weight Watchers to answer this often-asked question. The answer? Workouts in a NY Minute.Squeezing in your 10's
If you are too busy for a complete workout, make a commitment to doing at least one 10-minute workout per day. Ideally, you should do three or four of them, splitting up your sessions as time permits, at least, three days a week. With the Express Workouts, the routines are broken down into body parts -- often combining things like butt, thighs and hip or an overall cardio sculpting mini-session -- just enough to get the heart pumping and the muscles softly singing as you sumo lunge, plie squat, and crab race your way to a new you!
For more information or to see Express Workout videos, please visit www.weightwatchers.com.
Labels: health, moms, tips, women
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Mom Blogger Kudos
Friday, January 2, 2009
I was reading Google's Trend report today and saw that a mom blogger was trending at number 98! This is truly impressive, especially when most of the hot, daily trend topics are about celebs and stories found on big media sites. Heather from Freebies 4 Mom was featured on Inside Edition in October and they re-aired her segment again yesterday.
It's wonderful when mom bloggers make big waves on the Net and beyond. Congratulations, Heather! Plus, another great thing for me is I found another coupon mom blog. Love those!
-Jennifer James, Editor
On the Net: http://freebies4mom.blogspot.com
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More Magazine Happiness: Hybrid Mom's Winter Issue
Wednesday, December 31, 2008
Sometimes I have to pinch myself because of all of the fabulous companies I work for and work with. One of those companies is Hybrid Mom where I work as their web director. It's amazing to me to see how far they have come from the time I started working for them in January of this year. Hybrid Mom is now in over 350 Barnes and Nobles stores across the country and their covers are gorgeous. And, if I am not mistaken, their winter issue has their first celebrity on the cover. Kelly Rutherford talks about the new Hollywood Hot Mom phenomenon. Plus, there is so much more inside that speaks to hybrid moms, those of us who do tons and tons of things, but don't compromise our goals and aspirations. Instead we find a way to do everything and redefine what work means to us.
If you haven't seen an issue of Hybrid Mom you can either subscribe or check out your local Barnes and Nobles location.
- Jennifer James, Editor
On the Net: www.hybridmom.com
Labels: magazines, moms, women
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Vaseline Clinical Therapy Lotion
Monday, December 29, 2008
I received two bottles of Vaseline's Clinical Therapy Lotion, one that is lightly scented and another that is not scented at all. I have to say, I cannot find a single flaw with this lotion. It goes on smooth with no sign of flaking. The scent is not overpowering in the least, and it doesn't make your skin feel as if it can't breath.
For anyone who has extremely dry skin, the Vaseline Clinical Therapy Lotion will do wonders. While I don't have dry skin myself, I can certainly see how therapeutic it can be for those who suffer with dry skin day in and day out.
Overall, I am very pleased with the lotion and once it runs out, I'll continue to buy it for me and my family.
Speaking of buying the lotion, you can visit www.prescribethenation.com and print out a $1 off coupon for the Vaseline Clinical Therapy Lotion.
-Jennifer James, Editor
Labels: beauty, family, moms, reviews, women
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The SpringPad Makes Organization Easy
Monday, December 22, 2008
If you are anything like me, you have tried a whole slew of online organizers and have subsequently let them fall by the wayside opting instead to use pen and paper for your organizational needs. As much time as I spend online, from blogging to social networking, you'd think I'd be able to catch onto online organizing like a pro, but that's just not the case. In fact, I have resisted e-organizers at all costs. I do, however, believe I've been sold on one that takes organizing to another level: the SpringPad, a free online organizational tool that is by far the best of its kind I've ever seen or used.
After getting an eye-opening tour of the SpringPad by Spring Partners CEO Jeff Janer and using the SpringPad myself I can personally give it a resounding thumbs-up, especially for busy moms and bloggers like me who need tight organization to make it through the day with all important tasks completed.
Creating to-do lists and daily tasks -- the most essential for me -- is extremely easy to do, and once you have created them, the SpringPad automatically populates the tasks into a calendar that you can either print or refer to online. Additionally, you can schedule email reminders so you will remember the tasks you so diligently put in your calendar. One of the most useful tools you can use, though, is the SpringPad share tool. This is how it works:
- I have set a task I want to share with you. It's set for Tuesday, December, 23, 2008 and says Visit TheMomSalon.com. All you have to do is click the Spring It! link below and it will automatically load into any list you designate so you'll remember to visit TheMomSalon.com tomorrow. Sign up for your SpringPad and give it a whirl.
The SpringPad also has several lists (called springpads) already created that help make your life easier such as a weekly meal planner, a christmas card log, babysitter handbook, and medical tracker among many, many more springpads. With everything the SpringPad offers, it is a great way to get organized in the new year. Plus, it's free, and I love anything that's free!
-Jennifer James, Editor
On the Net: www.springpadit.com
Labels: moms, reviews, sites, tips, women
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Mommy Madness Season 3
Wednesday, December 17, 2008
I like to think of myself of a guru who keeps up with everything the Web has to offer in the mom space, but I must say, I had no idea about the Mommy Madness webisodes on LifetimeTV.com. Guess I'm not a guru after all.
The weekly series "Mommy Madness" stars Angela Hoover, a mom, comedian and part-time bookkeeper who just moved to Vegas with her two small children and lovable husband! I watched nearly all of the archived videos and they are quite funny, light-hearted, and entertaining. Take a look:
-- Jennifer James, Editor
On the Net: www.mylifetime.com/mommy-madness
Labels: moms, parenting, shows, sites, women
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Moms Speak Part 2: Bumkins Finer Baby Products
Wednesday, December 3, 2008
Today we are publishing 10 more excerpted testimonials from our Mom Bloggers Club Bumkins blog tour. Here's what they had to say about Bumkins Finer Baby Products. I love that the Cat in the Hat characters are outlined in turquoise and the inside of the hoodie is turquoise with white polka dots! This is by far the most stylish fleece hoodie I have ever seen. -- Luxe Tips
Labels: bloggers, children, moms
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Bumkins Blog Tour
Monday, December 1, 2008
Last week, 50 members of our social network, the Mom Bloggers Club, participated in our Bumkins blog tour. They were given the opportunity to try either the Dr.Seuss Coverall, the Dr. Seuss Footed Sleeper, or the Dr. Seuss Fleece Bunting. They also received the Waterproof Superbib and Grinch ornament. All of our members loved the products! Here's what ten of them had to say. We are going to feature ten new moms each day this week.
If you are interested in great baby products we highly recommend Bumkins and so do 50 Mom Bloggers Club members.
If you would like information on how our members can review your product email us at sales (at) themomsalon (dot) com.
- This bib is definitely water proof and I love the back. The velcro that holds the bib in place is slightly adjustable so that I can tighten it for Peanut or loosen it for Bubbie! How great is that! -- Hyperactive Lu
- The suit's material is a premium cotton interlock, which isn't too light or too heavy, so this could easily be a daytime or nighttime outfit. I can't wait to show off his suit to family on Christmas Day! -- Mom Spark
- For quality, the sheer adorable factor, the ease of use, the great design, the bright holiday color and for winning over my son's hard-won approval, this one gets a BIG thumbs-up in
my book! The back pockets were especially a big hit with my son, who like all men, is forever stuffing things in his pockets. -- A Bookworm's (Moms) Blog - The coverall has convenient snaps and is made from super comfy cotton! I am also a sucker for "the little details". -- Go Grahm Go
- The material is very soft and the outfit was true to size. It features the very popular "Thing One and Thing Two" and adorable red and white striped pockets. -- The Not-So-Blog
- Love the pockets. Super soft and it has easy buttons for those quick bum changes. -- Mommy from the Midewest
- I received the most adorable Dr. Seuss Coverall Seuss Suit to review from Bumkins Finer Baby Products. -- Moomettesgram's Musings
- This suit really seems to embody what it is like to be a child. It's bright, fun, cute, and full of pizazz! And of course, it is so well made (I wouldn't expect any less from Bumkins!). The fabric is nice and thick, the stitching is beautiful, it was made to last. They made this one with babies like Calvin in mind! -- The Giveaway
- We also received the Dr. Seuss Waterproof SuperBib which I couldn't wait to use. I got so beside myself, I forgot to take a picture of Jayden in it! Ooops! -- Mommy Daddy Blog
The bib is WAY better than those plastics bibs. It's vinyl, phthalate, and PVC FREE. It's also made in good ole' US of A, with American fabric if you're wondering. -- You're the Boss, Brandice
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Ana Tsarev Gallery Exhibit in SOHO
Sunday, November 30, 2008
Giving your children a deep sense of art or going gallery-hopping with your best girlfriends are two of the greatest things you can do in life. It's the little things that render life meaningful. Art, in some form, is most always at the root of beauty and happiness.At the New Gallery on West 57th Street in New York City, Ana Tsarev's first ever art exhibit, Journey of Discovery, will be held until February 20, 2009.
Zarev's vibrant paintings are concerned with both historic and present day rituals, traditions, and daily life. Journey of Discovery features works depicting the beauty of daily life in a wide range of scenes from the flower markets and rice fields of Southeast Asia to traditional dances of West African tribes; from Japanese kabuki and tea ceremonies to life along China's riverfront.
On the Net: www.anatzarev.com
Labels: art, moms, parenting, women
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What Will You Do with Your Minute? A Giveaway!
Wednesday, November 5, 2008
Thank you to all of you who participated in the giveaway. Entries are now closed and we will be giving a "One Minute to Move It" gift pack to all of you who have entered thus far. Thank you so much for getting involved and taking one minute to move it!
If you had one minute to help make a difference in your world, what would you do?
That's the question McDonald's is asking kids and families as it launches "One Minute to Move It" -- a global children's well-being program designed to encourage kids to see what a difference a minute can make. It is all about inspiring kids to take one minute and make it even more meaningful. Whether skipping, dancing, coloring or singing, one minute can inspire activity for thousands more minutes to come. One Minute to Move It, which is being launched this Friday, November 7, has a boost from the spontaneous and energetic characters from the new "Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa" and the new Happy Meal featuring these characters -- all to empower kids to create a minute of joyful self expression.
Also starting this Friday, November 7, the fun continues online at http://www.happymeal.com/ where kids and families can find suggestions for online and offline activities, track their "minutes moved" and enter special codes found on the delicious Happy Meal choices of lowfat Milk Jugs and Apple Dippers to enrich the activities on the site. The site also features an inspirational 30-second video with Olympian Shawn Johnson, which airs this weekend through November 16 on Nickelodeon, Nick.com and Nicktoons. Visit happymeal.com next week to see the video.
You can get one of 35 "One Minute to Move It" gift packs which each includes a complete set of the new "Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa" Happy Meal toys and a $20 Arch Card. For your chance to receive a pack:
Labels: children, contests, giveaways, moms, parenting, sites
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Gamer Moms Have New Online Community
Monday, November 3, 2008
Are you a gamer mom? If so, we have created a brand-new community just for you called Gamer Moms Club. It's a social network much like the Mom Bloggers Club where you can meet mothers just like you who are also gamers, and by gamers we're not suggesting you play for hours on end and have no "in real life" friends. Instead, gamer moms play casual online games such as Cake Mania 2 or they really get into it and have Level 70 druids on World of Warcraft. Whatever your level or interest there is something there for you!On the Net: www.gamermomsclub.com
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Get Set for Holiday Partying
Wednesday, October 29, 2008
I don't know about you, but when the holidays roll around I shut down. It becomes far too overwhelming for me. Am I the only one who comes down with a seasonal holiday sickness? Don't get me wrong, I love all the decorations and the parties and the gifts and the festivities, but I don't like to put any of that together. I would rather look, admire, and revel in the beauty of the holidays and not actually roll up my sleeves and plan anything. But, this year I am going to put together a lavish, yet inexpensive party for family and friends. Wish me luck. I'll need it.
Bed Bath & Beyond has put together a list of tips to enhance a holiday table that will surely help me. Maybe they'll help you, too.
- Color is Key! Start by choosing a color scheme that reflects the holiday. By simply changing the color of your table linens, you can dramatically change the mood of your table. For Thanksgiving, choose tones reminiscent of fall foliage such as brown, gold and burgundy. For holiday themes choose colors reflective of the holiday you are celebrating or choose silver and white for a winter wonderland. Use the colors you select in all of your elements: from
the tablecloth and napkins to the candles and flowers.
- Stepping Out. Be sure to incorporate elements of different heights on your table. In addition to tea lights or votives, use elegant tapered candles and stepped serving pieces. Choose a stepped server from the B. Smith With Style Home Collection that not only adds interest but has a small footprint to help save space on your table.
- Charge It Up! A truly easy way to enhance the china you already have is to add colorful beaded chargers. Layer them under a dinner plate and instantly upgrade the elegance of your presentation. The chargers are available in different seasonal colors such as red, gold or silver.
- Cover Up. Add chair covers to dining or folding chairs for a formal look. Plus you will help protect your chairs from food and spills. Or, add chair bows to dining chair backs for a sophisticated look. Available in sets of two, use them on all of your chairs, or just on your two end chairs depending on your desired level of decor.
- Finishing Touches. Simple additions can help pull it all together. For a fall feel, scatter deco fall leaves around the table. For a Christmas table, you may choose a more traditional holly themed cloth and table runner. For added drama, use two runners and arrange them in a "T" shape like a ribbon on gift box.
Tips + Photo Credit: Bed Bath & Beyond
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Election Night Results
Tuesday, October 28, 2008
We're not sure which TV station you'll be watching on election night next week whether it is Fox News or CNN, or another, but there is one site where you can get bipartisan election results for the national and state levels.The National Conference of State Legislatures (NCSL) is your most comprehensive source on election night. Just hours after the polls close across the country, NCSL's experts will have an analysis of party control, the ballot issues that passed or failed and trends in the states.
Here is where you can find the latest NCSL news and results on election night:
NCSL Election Battle Ground Headquarters - Election night headquarters will be at NCSL's office in Denver.
StateVote 2008 - The official NCSL election night website. StateVote contains the most detailed analysis on the 44 legislative elections and 153 ballot measures. Throughout election night, NCSL analysts will update this page with the latest results from across the nation.
The Thicket at State Legislatures Magazine - NCSL's elections experts will post periodic updates on our blog for both state legislative contests and ballot measures.
Twitter: NCSLCOMM - Our elections team will use Twitter to send the latest news on election night.
On the Net: www.ncsl.org
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Sara Lee Creates Returnships -- So Smart!
Friday, October 24, 2008
Many moms have done or are doing the whole flextime, part-time, opting out, opting in dance and oftentimes find themselves wanting to return to the workforce full-time after their children are old enough to spread their wings a bit. This decision is too often fraught with obstacles, especially for moms as they tend to remain out of the corporate world longer. To counter this, Sara L
ee has created an internship-like opportunity for experienced mid-career professionals to re-enter the workforce following an extended leave. Sara Lee's CEO, Brenda Barnes created the program; she has her own unique return-to-work story, having left PepsiCo North America as CEO in order to raise a family before being tapped by Sara Lee.
Program Objective
The Returnships @ Sara Lee (SM) program is designed to attract experienced mid-career individuals who have been out of the workforce for a number of years and who are interested in returning. Sara Lee believe this is a largely unrealized potential pool of talent; a pool consistent with our consumer profile.
Designed as internships for experienced professionals, Returnships allow candidates to re-engage with the corporate world through flexible, meaningful work and to "test the waters" prior to exploring permanent -- not necessarily full-time -- roles.
Candidate Profile
Candidates should possess the following qualifications
Education
Minimum BA or BS; advanced degree desired but not required
Years experience
Minimum 5 -- 10 years professional experience; Likely 3+ years out of the workforce
Career level
Mid-level professional in functions/roles such as marketing, sales, human resources, legal, finance, operations, ta
x, treasury, internal audit, IT
Interest
Initial 4 - 6 month "Returnships" with interest in potential permanent (possibly flex/not full-time) position; Minimum 20 hours per week for four to six months
Additional Leadership Experience
Not-for-profit, community, school, etc. leadership roles desired but not required
ee has created an internship-like opportunity for experienced mid-career professionals to re-enter the workforce following an extended leave. Sara Lee's CEO, Brenda Barnes created the program; she has her own unique return-to-work story, having left PepsiCo North America as CEO in order to raise a family before being tapped by Sara Lee.Program Objective
The Returnships @ Sara Lee (SM) program is designed to attract experienced mid-career individuals who have been out of the workforce for a number of years and who are interested in returning. Sara Lee believe this is a largely unrealized potential pool of talent; a pool consistent with our consumer profile.
Designed as internships for experienced professionals, Returnships allow candidates to re-engage with the corporate world through flexible, meaningful work and to "test the waters" prior to exploring permanent -- not necessarily full-time -- roles.
Candidate Profile
Candidates should possess the following qualifications
Education
Minimum BA or BS; advanced degree desired but not required
Years experience
Minimum 5 -- 10 years professional experience; Likely 3+ years out of the workforce
Career level
Mid-level professional in functions/roles such as marketing, sales, human resources, legal, finance, operations, ta
x, treasury, internal audit, ITInterest
Initial 4 - 6 month "Returnships" with interest in potential permanent (possibly flex/not full-time) position; Minimum 20 hours per week for four to six months
Additional Leadership Experience
Not-for-profit, community, school, etc. leadership roles desired but not required
On the Net: www.saralee.com
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Absolutely Love This: B's Purses
Sunday, October 19, 2008
Many of you have probably already heard about B's Purses as they have been featured on Rachel Ray and The View and many, many other media outlets, but since I don't watch television, B's Purses are all new to me. Even though I've only learned about them, I'm just as enthusiastic about them as countless women are across the country.Here's the rundown: If you are looking for a baby bag that has personality and is fashionable instead of frumpy and only functional, you should definitely check out bspurses.com. On bspurses.com you can customize your very own baby bag, the Scottsdale, by choosing the fabric (inside and out), handle, piping, monogramming (her name or the baby's), plastic liner, and label to fit any style, stroller, or accessory.
I love that you can design your very own purse that matches your tastes and fashion style. How many of you had a run-of-the-mill baby bag from a big baby department store? I did. Bor.ing!
B's Purses -- a company started by three savvy mom entrepreneurs -- does not simply sell baby bags, though. They sell all types of purses and bags from coin purses to get this, luggage, and each piece is customizable to your taste with a plethora of fabrics to choose from. And women are getting in on the popularity of B's Purses by becoming reps and hosting Purse Parties in their home. How innovative is that? I watched the whole video of how to become a rep. Tempting. Check it out!
-- Jennifer James, Editor
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Second Mom Blogger Mixer at Walt Disney World
Tuesday, October 14, 2008
I am such a blessed and lucky person! I was privileged to be a part of the first and second Walt Disney World Mom Blogger Mixers, the first in April and the second one this past weekend.
Walt Disney World truly cares about the people who visit their parks and it shows because they believe in speaking one-on-one with real moms to see how they can improve their parks, accommodations, and services. Not only did we get to enjoy the parks, amazing restaurants, and entertainment we also got to speak with execs in short pow-wow sessions about our feelings about Walt Disney World. I absolutely loved the strategy sessions! Wish we could have talked longer.
Friday through Sunday I finally met in real life so many moms I have been reading for years and others who I have been reading for a short period of time including:
Yolanda from Ebony Mommy
Tanyetta from Days Like These
Renee from Cutie Booty Cakes
Michele from Integrated Mother
Nadia from Mama Law
Kim from Mom in the City
Felicia from Reign of the Girl Child
Kristina from Mom on the Rise
Mel from Mel, a Dramatic Mommy
Special thanks to Maria Bailey of BSM Media, who is so awesome and such a fabulous person! Thank you to all of the wonderful people at Disney including Michelle Baumann and Leann, Annette, Super Sarah (and she was super!), Laura (who knows everything you ever need to know about Disney), Angel, and all of the wonderful Disney execs who treated us like real VIPs and cared very much about what we had to share. Thank you so much for treating us to a fabulous weekend. And above all else, thank you for caring about what diverse mothers feel about Disney. You totally "get it" and that makes us feel special. Disney rocks!
By the way, Kim from Mom in the City has a wonderful post about our first night at Disney. Check out her pictures. They're amazing.
Jennifer James, Editor
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Marketing to Mom Bloggers
Friday, October 3, 2008
Over the past few months we've noticed that mom bloggers have been heavily on the minds of marketers and PR people. Everyone wants to get into the mom blog space and utilize us to spread the message about their product. In all honesty, that's what we do best. We talk about the products we love and rave about the products we think other mothers will love and find useful as well. Moms are inherently wired to talk, just ask our husbands. When we learn about a new product or service, we spread the wealth of information because that's how we're wired to think. Plus, let's not kid around, we want to be the ones to spread the news, we want to be the influencers and the brand ambassadors.
That said, there is a specific way to approach us. Keep in mind that a great many of us receive countless pitches each day. Don't underestimate us when we say this. Our inboxes are filled to the brim with press releases, so your pitch has to resonate and cause us to remember it. Little things help us remember products like an astute PR rep who addresses us by our first name instead of simply 'Hello" or "Hi, there". Plus, PR people must follow up on their pitches, but the follow-ups need to be well-timed. Don't follow up the next day with this: "Any interest?" Most of us will chuck that email right in the trash. And finally, we know it will take some time, but take a moment to learn about our blogs. Personalized pitches tend to be effective. Avoid peppering a pitch with BS like saying, "I just love your blog" when it's clear you just stumbled across it for the first time. Mom bloggers can smell PR BS a mile away. Believe us when we say that.
Labels: bloggers, blogging, moms, women
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100 Days of Holidays
Thursday, October 2, 2008
Better Homes and Gardens and BHG.com have launched 100 Days of Holidays that runs now through Janaury 1. So, if you're looking for hundreds of free recipes, party themes, decorating ideas, craft projects, slide shows, email newsletters, how to videos, online courses and photo contests they have you covered.In a nutshell, here are few things Better Homes and Gardens is offering to busy parents who want to make the most of the holidays.
More than 400 new free recipes (starting with Halloween recipes), party themes, craft projects, decorating ideas, slide shows, and feature stories.
100 daily email newsletters from Sept. 24 to Jan. 1 offer delicious holiday recipes, easy crafts, and captivating decorating projects for all holidays. Beautiful photos and step-by-step directions take users from simple ideas to celebrations - without the stress.
50 new how to videos by BHG.com contributors Evette Rios and Sandra Lee show easy and fun projects for the holidays, ranging from creative pumpkin carving, ghoulish Halloween parties, memorable Thanksgiving centerpieces, simple and beautiful Christmas cookies, gingerbread-house secrets, and inspiring holiday decorations. This includes Quick, Easy and Inexpensive Kid's Costume: Static Cling and Cool Halloween Pumpkin.
Halloween Costume Ideas features a gallery of the best new Halloween costumes, both retail and hand-made, for everyone in the family - including pets.
Pumpkin Carving Patterns provides a stencil maker that let users carve a virtual pumpkin, and then print out the template to try at home.
Source + Photo Credit: Better Homes and Gardens
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Get a Wake-Up Call From Ellen
Tuesday, September 30, 2008
Ellen Degeneres and One a Day have teamed up to remind women how important it is to schedule your annual mammogram. In a creative push to educate women about breast cancer prevention you can go to OneaDay.com and have a free personalized phone call from Ellen DeGeneres sent to their friends and loved ones to advise them about the simple things they can do to help support their own breast health. I scheduled a call for my mom. In fact, she received hers this morning and called to say how "cool" is was. Here's how it works:-Jennifer James, TMS Founder
Labels: causes, moms, sites, women
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Click to Empower Victims of Domestic Violence: You Can Make a Difference
Monday, September 29, 2008
It is amazing to us how rampant domestic violence is in America's homes. One in four women have experienced domestic violence in their lifetime. Women and mothers, in particular, are oftentimes scared to death to break away from violent husbands and boyfriends and instead opt for more abuse in order to keep their home life "stable" for the children. National Domestic Violence Awareness Month is next month and the Allstate Foundation and "Ugly Betty" star Anna Ortiz have joined forces to help women break the chains of domestic violence. The Allstate Foundation is imploring women and men to "Tell a Gal P.A.L." - Pass it On, Act and Learn - about domestic violence and how economic empowerment can lead to a safe future for survivors.
Through a partnership with the non-profit organization Dress for Success, select A
llstate agencies across the country will collect nearly new purses and professional bags now through October 3. The donated items will be distributed to domestic violence survivors and women in need to outfit them with confidence they enter or re-enter the workforce and get back on their feet financially.
Visit http://www.clicktoempower.org/ to learn more about what you can do to help yourself if you are in a domestic violence situation or help a gal pal. There you can also enter to win an Onna Ehrlich designer purse donated by Anna Ortiz.
llstate agencies across the country will collect nearly new purses and professional bags now through October 3. The donated items will be distributed to domestic violence survivors and women in need to outfit them with confidence they enter or re-enter the workforce and get back on their feet financially.Visit http://www.clicktoempower.org/ to learn more about what you can do to help yourself if you are in a domestic violence situation or help a gal pal. There you can also enter to win an Onna Ehrlich designer purse donated by Anna Ortiz.
You can also help spread the word about help for domestic violence victims by taking one of their web badges and putting it on your blog. We've put it on our sidebar here at TheMomSalon.com. We encourage you to also help women in need by doing the same. Every little bit helps.
Labels: causes, moms, sites, women
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Mom Blogs in the News
Wednesday, September 24, 2008
In BrandWeek Seventh Generation talks about how they are using the digital space to tell moms their cleaning products are better then their chemical-laden couterparts. "One of the reasons we chose digital to be the center point of the campaign is because digital is great at doing a lot of things that some of the more traditional mediums aren't," said William Gelner, executive creative director at 180LA. "Young moms watch TV and read magazines, but the one place where they're really involved and deeply engaged is the Web. Especially through mommy blogs."
Also, the New Jersey Star Ledger names Finslippy the most popular New Jersey mom blog.
Labels: bloggers, blogging, moms
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Share Something Sweet and Help Children in Need
Tuesday, September 23, 2008
Ferrero Chocolates (love them!) has partnered with Share Our Strength, a national organization that strives to end childhood hunger in our country, for the second year of Share Something Sweet. Share Something Sweet is a partnership that strives to get the entire nation involved in erradicating childhood hunger. Although we are the richest country in the world some children go to bed and wake up with empty tummies. Ferrero Chocolates and Share the Strength have pledged to do something about it. According to Share Our Strength 12 million children are at risk of hunger, which we must say is startling and totally preventable. Share Our Strength works with a network of community groups, activists, and food programs to ensure that children have healthy and nutritious food where they work, play and live.
Ferrero Chocolates has already donated $150,000 to this worthy cause and now you can help hungry children, too. If you log on to Share Something Sweet and use it to "send something sweet" (that is, a customizable e-card), Ferrero will donate another $1 per e-card sent, up to $10,000. So easy! And for every person that joins the Ferrero Facebook page, "Ferrero Lovers Unite," Ferrero will donate another $1 to Share Our Strength (up to $1,000).
We are getting in on the action! Send us your email address at editors (at) themomsalon (dot) com and we will send you an e-card and help feed a hungry child.
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The Mom Salon in the News
Monday, September 22, 2008
Our little spot right here on the Net was featured last week in Springfield, Illinois' The State Journal Register. The article is about mom blogging (of course) and we were mentioned in the same breath as Work It Mom! and Club Mom. Hello!
Check it out: Meet moms in the blogosphere.
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New Products to Support Breast Cancer Research
Each year there are a plethora of products that are created for the express purpose of supporting breast cancer research. Here are a few that we've found this week.To encourage even more consumers to support the breast cancer movement through "Cook for the Cure(R), Presented by KitchenAid," is launching a new Ultra Power Stand Mixer that keeps pink, the symbol of breast cancer awareness, to a minimum. KitchenAid unveiled the white Stand Mixer with a pink trim band last week.
The product will be available at Target stores in plenty of time for National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. With a Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price of $249.99, this model will generate a donation of $40 to Susan G. Komen 
for the Cure(R) when you purchase it and then registers the purchase on CookfortheCure.com. Source: KitchenAide
for the Cure(R) when you purchase it and then registers the purchase on CookfortheCure.com. Source: KitchenAideAnd honestly, who thought Master Lock would make a special lock for National Breast Cancer Awareness Month? Well, they have. Who knew?
In honor of National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Master Lock, the industry leader in locks and security products, is offering a specially designed pink padlock to raise awareness for breast cancer detection and prevention. Committed to helping people achieve peace of mind by locking up their valuables, the company is also helping to unlock a cure for breast cancer by supporting The Breast Cancer Research Foundation(R) with a $10,000 donation.
The pink padlock is available at select mass retailers nationwide, as well
as online at http://www.amazon.com/. Each 40-millimeter pink padlock comes
with a matching key and is emblazoned with a pink awareness ribbon, the
universal symbol of breast health awareness. The suggested retail price is
$5.49 for a single-pack and $9.50 for a two-pack. Source: Masterlock
as online at http://www.amazon.com/. Each 40-millimeter pink padlock comes
with a matching key and is emblazoned with a pink awareness ribbon, the
universal symbol of breast health awareness. The suggested retail price is
$5.49 for a single-pack and $9.50 for a two-pack. Source: Masterlock
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Michelle Obama: One Amazing Mom
Tuesday, August 26, 2008
From all accounts it seems everyone (or at least most moms on our Twitter feed) is in agreement: Michelle Obama did an amazing job during her speech last night at the Democratic National Convention. It was filled with raw emotion, almost bringing herself to tears, and solid examples of how much she loves her family, her husband, her children and America.The cutest part of the night, though, was when Michelle and Barack's two daughters -- Malia and Sasha -- came out on stage to join Michelle and to talk to their Dad via satellite. It's official: Their 7-year-old, Sasha, is now one of the cutest kids on the planet.
Want to watch her speech? Click here.
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