Being Mommy

Caffeine and Breastfeeding

Jun 11th, 2010 | By momchats | Category: Being Mommy

It is recommended by doctors that women stop drinking caffeine when they become pregnant because it can adversely affect the developing child. Caffeine is a diuretic which may cause the mother to not produce enough amniotic fluid. But is drinking caffeine and breastfeeding also a no-no? Here are some points to consider. But the serious [...]



Safety Tips for Theme Parks

Jun 9th, 2010 | By momchats | Category: Being Mommy

Children love the speed and thrill of amusement and theme park rides and so do I! At the same time, many of us worry about the wild and fun theme parks. Are they safe for your child or should you keep your children from them? These questions plague parents, especially when they see news reports [...]



Listen to the Replay from our Preview Call

Jun 8th, 2010 | By momchats | Category: Being Mommy, Featured, More Than Mom

Moms in business – On Saturday, June 5th, we had a special preview call with Lisa Robbin Young! In it, we learned from her personally about * The critical connection between values and beliefs * How what you believe about your clients dictates your success * Why changing your beliefs “overnight” will usually fail * [...]

 



Tips for Traveling With Your Breastfed Baby

Jun 4th, 2010 | By momchats | Category: Being Mommy

You have spent awhile getting used to breastfeeding your child at home and getting into a comfortable routine. Traveling can really mix up this routine and present new challenges, especially for a breastfeeding mother. Here are a few tips that can help ease you into a more enjoyable and comfortable trip with your breastfed baby. [...]



The Importance of Infant CPR Training For New Parents

Jun 1st, 2010 | By momchats | Category: Being Mommy

When a new baby arrives, along comes the responsibility of keeping your new baby safe. If an emergency would occur, are you prepared to handle it? Would you know what to do? Your first line of defense when an emergency strikes is drawing on your abilities to save the life of your child. You need [...]



Can You Drink Too Much Water While Breastfeeding?

May 30th, 2010 | By momchats | Category: Being Mommy

When you choose to breastfeed, it is vitally important to replenish liquids in your body. This need may precipitate a woman to wonder, “Can you drink too much water while breastfeeding?” The question may seem almost silly, but the question remains and deserves an answer. The short, simple answer is that yes, you can drink [...]



Dieting & Pregnancy: Is it Safe?

May 26th, 2010 | By momchats | Category: Being Mommy

When a woman is pregnant, she may be unhappy about the amount of weight she’s gaining. She may consider doing something about it but wonders: dieting and pregnancy – is it safe? Upon first thought, it might seem it couldn’t do any harm, but the facts may tell differently. Of course an expectant mother wants [...]



10 Ways You Can Spend Quality Time With Your Family This Summer

May 20th, 2010 | By busymomma | Category: Being Mommy

When it comes to spending quality time with your family, there are many things that you can do that are free or low cost. The following ideas are both in-home and out-of-the home ideas. 1. Game Night – Pick one night a week or one night every 2 weeks and plan a family game night. [...]



Carnival Themed Backyard Birthday Party For Kids

May 12th, 2010 | By momchats | Category: Being Mommy, Holidays

When it comes to planning a birthday party for a child, we usually look for creative ideas. Every year we sit down and try to come up with something different and unique. This past spring, my sister came to me and asked me to help her plan a party for her 8 year old son. [...]



Mommy Guilt – How to Stop It

May 6th, 2010 | By busymomma | Category: Being Mommy

By Aurelia Williams, author of Getting out of the SuperMom Trap Mommy guilt is one of the most common feelings mothers go through at some time. Moms will feel guilt for not being able to provide the very best for their children. This makes them see themselves as inferior at being a parent as other [...]