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New Momference Make-Over Starting in the Spring of 2008, Momference will present events geared toward truly changing and empowering the lives of women everywhere! Events will focus around the areas of:
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Calling all Divorced Women Are you divorced, going through a divorce, or know someone who is getting a divorce? Everyone does!
The April 9th and 12th Momference event, sponsored by Laura Campbell of the DSpot, “Divorce: Passion, Power, and Play,” is the ideal way to help yourself or someone you love deal with the issues surrounded the break up of a marriage. As the perfect gift of healing for yourself or a way to help a loved one struggling with the pain of divorce, the small registration fee of $39 includes both days of the event, a special virtual goodie bag, and podcasts of all of the sessions to review at your leisure! The keynote speaker of the “Divorce: Passion, Power, and Play” event will be Dr. Pepper Schwartz, the author of Prime: Adventures and Advice about Sex, Love and the Sensual Years. She is a renowned author, lecturer and authority on the subject of sexuality and relationships. Pepper wrote the column “Sex and Health” for Glamour magazine for seven years. She has appeared on such television programs as The Oprah Winfrey Show, Dateline and Dr. Phil, and on programs for the cable television network Lifetime.
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Addressing Special Needs Did you know…1 in 5 families in the United States have Special Needs children?
If you have a special needs child or know someone who does, then you can fully understand the trials and tribulations associated with caring for their needs. In our April 26th “Special Needs: Managing STRESS with a SMILE” event, sponsored by Stephanie Haber of The Special Needs Family, special needs families are given the best tips and tactics finding happiness in the chaos.
Whether you join the Momference “Special Needs: Managing STRESS with a SMILE” to bring peace to your own home or provide sanity to a loved one struggling to manage, the small registration fee of $39 includes a full day of tele-classes and webinars, a special virtual goodie bag, and podcasts of all of the sessions to review at your leisure!
NOTE: This event qualifies for a special discount for groups of 5 or more! If you have group that would like to register for the “Special Needs: Managing STRESS with a SMILE” event, then please contact marketing@momference.com for details.
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Archive for February, 2008
26 Feb
Momference 2008
26 Feb
Backseat Driver
It’ll be a few years until I need to worry about my son being out there on the road, driving, but he’ll have a hard time being patient waiting for that day to come, I have a feeling.
Just the other day, as I was sitting behind four or five cars at a red light, he calls from the back seat, “Mom, you’re not driving the right way.” I looked up to make sure I was on the correct side of the road (just recently he and I were driving on the incorrect side of the road – but that’s another story).
As the light turned green, I started to move forward behind the other cars. I was still trying to figure out what he had been referring to, when a second later he yells, “Both of your hands need to be on the steering wheel.”
I took a quick glance back at him and smiled. “You’re right, Dominic,” I said, “I was driving wrong way.”
Instead of telling me it was OK – as he’s said before when I have admitted to doing something wrong, he says to me, in a very matter-of-fact voice, “I’ll show you how to drive.”
I will be a nervous wreck once he actually does get behind the wheel for the first time. Although by then, there will hopefully be some new technology that will allow me to have a GPS tracking system on the car so that I can make sure he hasn’t been run off the road or fallen asleep at the wheel – or worse – lying about where he is.
Thinking back to my own years and the first years of freedom, it was much different then. My mom was excited to learn that I purchased a pager for myself. (Note to self: Must check to see if people – besides doctors – still use them.)
My mom would page me when I was out too late or past my curfew or didn’t come home the night before. I can’t say that having a pager made her life any easier. I would either ignore the page and not call her, or call her back and casually explain why I just had to spend the night at my boyfriend’s house – again.
Being young and having freedom is exciting. It’s just as exciting – if not anxiety-inducing – for parents.
That’s why, when I heard about this new 
system, I wanted to know more. Will this be something that is going to be even more technologically advanced when the time comes for me to really have a use for it?
I don’t usually think that far ahead, but when it comes to the safety of our children, what a parent wouldn’t do…
What do you think? Is this GPS Tracking System too invasive? Do your teenagers have the right to total independence when they get their license to drive?
24 Feb
Great Goods
This is long overdue since these companies were actually discovered back in September at the ABC Kids Expo held in Las Vegas every year.
While there are many trade shows and conventions dedicated to children’s furniture, fashions and toys throughout the year, the ABC Kids Expo is by far the must-attend event for companies looking to promote their products to independent retailers.
Supercharged Pillow by Pixel Organics
Kid’s Messenger Bag by Fleurville
Diaper Wallet by Pineapple Cove Baby
Dazzle Stroller by Silver Cross
Picadilly Car Seat Cover by Pure Joy Collection
Cashmere Blanket by Jesse Walker
Bounce-A-Bye-Baby from Luna Lullaby
Metro Hooded Towel & Washcloths by Baby Dry Goods
Twin Shoppers by Clean Shopper
Tooth Fairy Pillow by Petunia Petunia
Children’s Bookholder by Jack and Jill Furniture
“I’m Pooping Right Now” Onesie by Rebel Ink Baby
Dinosaur Rubber Boots by Hatley
Toad Stool by Levels of Discovery
Maternity Shirts: Astrology by Little Baby Signs
“Couldn’t Wait” Preemie Onesie by Fig Leaf Baby
More to come this September…
23 Feb
Play Based Learning
My 4-year old son has a much different childhood than mine already. He not only knows how to work the DVD player and his own DVD remote controlled video game, but he can text message (the ABCs) and can work the mouse – and my computer – better than I can. Which is why I’m thrilled that he will be going to school next fall – Pre-K – which is play based. It is so important for children to explore, discover and learn through hands-on projects, experiments and work together to create.
There has been much research on play based learning and, just recently, I have been introduced to the concept of playtime and just how much children benefit from the non-structured activity that I grew up with outdoors, indoors – in the winter – and throughout my youth.
Now, I don’t know about the rest of you, but I was one of those people who chose to have kids because I enjoy playing. I still do and I – hopefully – always will. A recent study done in the UK was quite disappointing to read, although it didn’t really surprise me. The Pica Perspective sums it all up quite nicely.
And, because I feel play is so vital to today’s youth, I dug up some quotes related to play to inspire the child in all of us to remember what it was like to be young and having “nothing to do.”
“Play is the highest expression of human development in childhood, for it alone is the free expression of what is in a child’s soul.” – Friedrich Froebel “You can discover more about a person in an hour of play than in a year of conversation.” – Plato “Play is the highest form of research.” – Albert Einstein “We do not stop playing because we grow old. We grow old because we stop playing.” – George Bernard Shaw
- “You’ve achieved success in your field when you don’t know whether what you’re doing is work or play.” – Warren Beatty
“If you want creative workers, give them enough time to play.” -John Cleese
- “The parent who gets down on the floor to play with a child on Christmas Day is usually doing a most remarkable thing — something seldom repeated during the rest of the year. These are, after all, busy parents committed to their work or their success in the larger society, and they do not have much left-over time in which to play with their children.” – Brian Sutton-Smith
“It should be noted that children at play are not playing about; their games should be seen as their most serious-minded activity.” – Michel de Montaigne
22 Feb
Organic Milk
I’m trying to stay healthy and keep my son interested in fruits and vegetables. He has no idea that he’s eating right although occasionally he’ll ask for “junk food” and never really puts up a fuss when I say, “No.”
For a while we were both drinking soy milk and then I realized that it might not be the best choice for a growing little boy. And, since he and I are together for only 60% of the time – and most of that time he’s in school – I’ve decided to switch us both to Organic Milk.
Horizon has a cute little logo and a bright red (at least the kind we buy) carton so I can’t miss it in the dairy section.
More information on raising organic families can be found in Kiwi Magazine, another new favorite of mine.
21 Feb
Baby Love
Just when you thought I had gotten over baby fever, the situation gets worse. I find out in less than a week if I will be welcoming a new neice or a new nephew. I am so in trouble, either way. I’m planning an all-out shopping spree once I get the word.
2-cute
9 Months to Grow
Addys Closet
Adriana Primadonna
All About Savvy
A Sweet Pea
Avannabel Baby
A-Sweet-Life
Baby Bendiksen
Bare Babies
Babies Buddies
Baby Bella USA
Baby Browns
Baby Center Store
Baby Island Boutique
Baby Oliver Boutique
Baby Splendor
Beautiful Wishes
Bebe Cakes Boutique
Bella and Blue
Belly Bump Maternity
Birth and Beyond
Blue Moon Gift
Bosom Buddies
Bumble Boutique
Busy Bodies Boutique
Busy Mommi
Buttercream Baby
Carlapie
Charlynn Belly n Baby
Chic Baby Gift Baskets
Chic Blvd
Childrenz Corner
Ciao Bella Baby
Cloth Babies
Cozy Babies
Craftsbury Kids
Cutiepie
Dedes Doodles
Diaperbags
Diapergrams
Doodles by Diane
Doody Baby
Embellished Mom
Fairies Frogs
Gift Habits
Gifts n Creations
Hands Free Baby
Hip Mom and Baby
Honeydew Babies
Hotsie Totsies
Innovative-Baby
Inventive Parent
Itty Bitty Ideas
Jennie Jean
Just Multiples
kbmac
Kismet Maternity
Lets Go Strolling
Little Buttercup
Lollipop Kisses
Mama Gaias
Mama i bebe
Marriage and Carriage
Maternal Secret
Melina J
Missfitz Inc
Mod Mama
Mom and Baby Sport
Mom 4 Life
Mommy 2 Reese
Mommys Thinkin
Mom Ready
Monkeemoos
Mothers Joy
My Letter Design
My Retro Baby
My Sweet Dreams Baby
New Mother New Baby
One Red Hen
One Stop Baby
Pincinella
Polkadot Whale
Polka Tots and What Nots
Poshie Tots
Precious Personalities
Puddle Ducks
Rubys Kids
Sassy Tots Boutique
Scribble Scrabbles
Shop 61 West
Shop Planet Kids
Shower Your Baby
Snazzy Tots
Starlight Baby
Stay My Baby
Stone House Boutique
Stroller Mama
Super Momz
Super Kid Smart
Swanky Slings
Sweet and Simple
Sweet Baby Boutiques
Sweet Noelle
Sweet n Sassy Boutique
Takeout Baby
Tattletail
The Bag Lady
The Blissful Baby
The Organized Parent
Tikesville
Two Funny Girls
Two Hip Moms
Two Little Elves
U the Mom
Vitas Boutique
Waddle and Swaddle
Whateverz
Whimsy Baby
Y Not Shop
More to come later.
20 Feb
Giveaways
I’ve been in touch with at least two different companies who plan on working with me to set up a few giveaways to readers. I’m hoping to have these offers finalized in the next few weeks so be sure to subscribe now so that you won’t miss out on the opportunity to receive some hip new products, or books, or merchandise. I won’t give away what the items are just yet. You’ll have to wait and see for yourself.
20 Feb
Hip, Hot Products for Babies & Tots
bebe POD From Prince Lionheart
Designer Baby Booties From Baby Bella Maya
Birthday Tees from Madison Rose, Inc.
Steal of the Day:
Stan by Vincent
18 Feb
Lessons for Life
Cultural Anthropologist Angeles Arrien says there are only four rules in life:
- Show up
- Pay attention
- Tell the truth
- Don’t be attached to the results.
How I wish this were as easy as it sounds. She offers plenty more thoughts and ideas – found on her website – to get you thinking and reflecting.
17 Feb
Birth Order Compatilibity
Ready for relationship advice you can really use? To get your instant birth order analysis and find out the most compatible guy for you, just select the option that best describes your sibling situation. They’ll take care of the rest!
Birth Order Compatibility
I’m the youngest and have one older sister which means my results claim:
Feminine is your middle name. You can flirt along with the best of them, and no one has a better imagination, especially when it comes to romance. In fact, sometimes you surprise yourself with the amazing, offbeat, creative ideas that pop into your head. If you could put even a fraction of your brainstorms into practice, you’d quickly become a millionaire. And speaking of money, it’s more important to you than to other women. Not only should you be sure to find a career that will satisfy you, but you should pair up with a guy who will help you achieve your dreams. Together you’ll take big risks and aim for the stars—the financial stars, that is. Your best match is an older brother of sisters, although he may feel you’re not as feisty as the younger sisters he grew up with. An older brother of brothers could also be a good match, even though he might not understand your feminine side as much as you’d like. A younger brother of sisters could keep you amused and entertained, but he might annoy you at times with his lack of attention.
If you’ve already found someone to spend the rest of your life with – this article discusses the importance of keeping your relationship emotionally healthy in order to keep the individuals involved physically healthy – a must-read.
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