Back Off Michelle Obama’s Bangs

What is it with us women and hair? I personally hate my hair, always have.  It’s fine and can’t support a curl.  I’m not alone here.  Almost every woman I know hates her hair.  I have friends with thick, gorgeous hair and they complain when it frizzes in the rain.  (You know who you are!). [...]

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Nap Nanny and Chill Recliners Recalled after 5 Infant Deaths

Hello parents, this is the second recall we’re reporting on today here at CloudMom and this one is a biggie.  Nap Nanny and Chill Infant recliners and covers have been recalled by Baby Matters LLC after 5 infant deaths. In December 2012, the CSPC (Consumer Product Safety Commission) filed a case against Baby Matters in [...]

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Stride Rite Recalls Girls’s Sandals

Head’s up, mamas and papas.  Stride Rite has recalled this pair of girl’s sandals due to a choking hazard. This caught my interest because I see how much Annaliese and Marielle are CONSTANTLY playing with their sandals by taking them on and off, on and off.  For little girls, shoes and sandals are like toys. [...]

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5 Ways to Assess Grandma’s Babysitting Skills

We all want Granny to be Supernanny, but sometimes that just ain’t the case.  Here are 5 tell-tale signs that you should NOT leave your bundle of joy with Granny. If you have others, please leave them in the comments below. You might also like: How to Deal With In-Laws Learning to Let Go and [...]

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Why Juice Boxes For Kids Really Stink

I’ve never really understood the point of kids juice boxes. Whenever my kids have one at a party or get together, they’re destined to act like crack addicts.  They start begging for more cookies and cake.  Meltdowns and tantrums are sure to follow.  This happened just last week with Annaliese at a school party.  That [...]

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Mom Stress 101: Lowering Your Standards

Take it from Ms. Perfectionist over here, one of the things that can cause a lot of stress for moms is standards that are just too high. You did it before when you got hitched (ha ha), you can do it again.  Here are 5 ways in which you can lower your standards to help [...]

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5 Easy Father’s Day Crafts for Kids

So four days until Father’s Day — who’s counting! — and I’m still weighing my options and feeling stressed about being empty-handed… Tomorrow night when my boys get home from day-camp I am cornering them with papers, crayons, tape and the like to make cards.  If we’re really energetic, these super easy crafts from Pinterest [...]

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Moms and Coffee: It’s Just Not Fair

Being a Mom puts a strain on your relationship with coffee. Tired after an early morning doctor’s appointment before work when newly pregnant?  Sorry, most doctors recommend no more than one 12 ounce cup of coffee for pregnant woman per day.  Note that when the expecting Daddy gets to sip his second large Venti latte on [...]

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Mom Stress 101: Reducing Stress

Take it from the Queen of stress, there’s nothing worse than being overstressed. It’s horrible to live your life all stressed-out all the time and also very bad for your health, as well. In my experience, here are 5 basic things that can help a stressed mama. Watch and tell me what you do when [...]

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Mom Stress 101: 5 Signs You’re Overstressed

This vlog speaks for itself.  If you’re doing any of these things, you’re just as stressed out as me and we both probably need professional help. Got any more symptoms of extreme Mom stress?  Please put them in the comments below! You might also like: Taking Time For Me Mom, Stop Comparing Yourself!

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