Finger Foods that Kids Like
July 3rd, 2008
Trying to spice up the selection of foods your child eats? Shelly shares ideas for finger foods that are safe and tasty and healthy.
Great Water Toys
June 29th, 2008
We give our picks for the best summer pools and tips for staying safe from germs and drowning. We love the
Li’l Squirt Baby Pool from One Step Ahead–the best for kids who are timid about pools or if you just want to splash around ($19.95) and the Soft Seat Baby Pool with Canopy from One Step Ahead–the bottom of the pool really is soft so no rocks poke your baby from below and the canopy (see pic below) helps cut the sun’s glare (only $14.95). Read on for tips and listen for our other suggestions: Read the rest of this entry »
Adjusting to Summer
June 26th, 2008
Do the summer days scare you? So much time and no structure? Dr. Byran Korth discusses how to adjust to a summer schedule and what kinds of things to do with your kids to make the days fun and interesting for all of you.
Blowing Things Out of Proportion
June 24th, 2008
Claire Lerner from Zero to Three discusses blowing things out of proportion and going off the deep end. How do we get back to normal and how do we keep ourselves from blowing up the next time? Like the Hulk says “Don’t Make Me Angry. You Won’t Like Me When I Am Angry!”
Keeping Food Safe
June 22nd, 2008
Keeping food safe is important for everyone in the family, but even more so for small children. Listen to tips to keep your food safe. Then check the Partnership for Food Safety for more tips.
Humor and the Healthy Child
June 19th, 2008
Having a sense of humor is incredibly important. We talk to Ellen Reddick of the Impact Factory about the affect of humor on our children socially, emoionally, mentally, and even physically. Read the rest of this entry »
Leaving Work to Be Home–a Doctor’s Decision
June 17th, 2008
Dr. Kari Lawrence has a thriving OB/GYN practice in one of the states with the highest birth rates. She talks to us about why she decided to leave her practice to be home with the kids and what she is learning about motherhood now.
Caring for Common Injuries
June 15th, 2008Learn how to care for the common injuries kids suffer with Dr. Alton L. Thygerson, author of over 40 books including BLAST! Babysitter Lessons and Safety Training.
Germs–Good or Bad? A Giveaway Too
June 12th, 2008
Sarah, a listener and first-time mom describes her fear of germs and her child and how she found out that some germs actually help your child. She tells us about the research and what you can do to avoid asthma, cancer and other diseases by being a little less healthy.
We’ve also got TOTALLY CUTE jewelry for your baby that is actually a safety device. Baby Emi’s Cambodian Jingle Bells jewelry, fashion and function meet in an adorable way. Read the rest of this entry »
Cheap and Kid Friendly Travel and Giveaway
June 10th, 2008
With gas prices so high, summer fun seems too expensive. Here are some ways to have fun without going broke at the gas pump. We are also giving away a SnapNGo–the coolest thing to help you install car seats without scratching up your hands! Read the rest of this entry »
Most Dangerous Safety Hazzards
June 8th, 2008
Did you know that more people die from preventable injuries than from any disease? Today, we talk to Dr. Alton L. Thygerson about the most dangerous things for our children. He is the author of over 40 books including BLAST! Babysitter Lessons and Safety Training. Next week, we talk about how to take care of common injuries.
Sleep Patterns in the Summer
June 5th, 2008
Jami Kent tells us if it is wise to relax our kid’s sleeping patterns during the summer months and how to deal with the fact that it is light when kids go to bed.
Check out the pictures of the cabinets that Shelly helped Nancy build in her laundry room! Read the rest of this entry »
Water Safety and Gifts for Dad
June 3rd, 2008
A child can drown in 1 inch of water. We talk about how to secure and keep your child safe from the threat of water during the hot summer and in the home. Listen and learn what you MUST know to keep your baby safe. Then, we learn about some fun gifts for Father’s Day from Laurie at Pregnancy Gram.
Note From Nancy: This topic is very close to my heart because my cousin’s baby drown in the bathtub with her just feet away. There are some things you MUST know and MUST do to keep your child safe. Summer is dangerous so learn how to keep your baby safe. Here is a life vest that works to keep the baby upright brought by our favorite One Step Ahead. Make sure you use the right kind so you don’t compound the problems.
Potty Training in ONE Day–No Joke!
June 1st, 2008
Listen to the author of the Potty Training in One Day book. Tricia and Nancy are heading into the potty training stages with their daughters and after prolonged experiences with their sons, they are both looking for a better way. Narmin Parpia explains what a mom needs to do to decide if she is ready for this very structured approach to potty training. Listen and Learn!
New Format Starts June 2008
May 30th, 2008We are moms and we know you don’t have an hour to yourself so we are posting our shows in 15-20 minute segments so it works for your schedule.
Starting June 2008, our shows will post three days a week–Monday, Wednesday and Friday so you can listen to us more often but in a manageable time. If you have more time, just download more shows and listen to them back to back.
We’re still as funny and interesting as ever–and we still have great give-aways. And we still want to hear from you about what you like and what topics you want us to cover so send us emails and let us know how we can help you be the best MOM you can be with less stress and less confusion!
Show 64: Picky Eaters and Teaching Kids about Money
May 30th, 2008
The Guru of how to feed your children, Ellyn Satter discusses how to help your child learn to eat healthy and how to keep from starting bad habits that could lead to eating disorders or obesity. Ellyn’s approach flies in the face of what most moms think they should do so listen and see what Ellyn has to say. You will be surprised and it may change the way you do things–it did for us!
Then, Janell talks about how to teach your kids about money. An interesting discussion that will be enlightening.
You could win a Piggy Platter. We also have a coupon for our listeners for a free Platter Pix with your purchase of a Piggy Platter. Add your choice of Platter Pix as well and the price is deducted from your order. The coupon is FR33PIX.
Free PlatterPix To Go with our FAVORITE Piggy Platter
May 29th, 2008
You could win a Piggy Platter by listening to our show. If you don’t win, we still have something free for you when you order a Piggy Platter.
We have a coupon for our listeners for a free Platter Pix with your purchase of a Piggy Platter. Add your choice of Platter Pix as well and the price is deducted from your order. The coupon is FR33PIX.
SmartyParents is a great company so check them out!
Show 63: Momnesia, Household Balance
May 22nd, 2008
Do you ever feel like having babies ate your brain cells? Well you might be surprised at the reality! You might be right. We will talk about it and discuss what you can do to stop suffering from Momnesia. Also, we have Kathy Peel, author of Desperate Households on to discuss how to keep our household balanced. Kathy Peel is called “America’s Family Manager” by journalists and millions of women. The author of 19 books which have sold over 2 million copies, she has appeared extensively on television and radio and in video productions. Kathy has appeared on Oprah, Today Show, Good Morning America, The Early Show, CNN, and everywhere else!
And we have More giveaways for the Month of Moms and we will be giving something away to save your beautiful hands! Listen to find out about this great product and learn how to WIN it!
You could win a Piggy Platter. We also have a coupon for our listeners for a free Platter Pix with your purchase of a Piggy Platter. Add your choice of Platter Pix as well and the price is deducted from your order. The coupon is FR33PIX.
Show 62: Little Things Mean Great Mothering, Saving Memories
May 15th, 2008We talk to Katie Van Dyke, author of Stop Struggling, Start Parenting, about how the little things add up to great Mothering. Then, Tricia shares ideas with us about how to Save the Memories we are making with our children.
Also, we continue our giveaways with books and more. Today, we give away a Piggy Platter valued at $35 and more. Nancy LOVES the Piggy Platter and has used it in her house for the past 3 years. It not only works as a place mat that catches everything–it also serves as a great learning station where kids can draw, learn letters and practice writing. Nancy’s son uses his every day and Nancy credits the Piggy Platter with the ease at which Alex learned to write his letters and spell (in 1st Grade). Besides all that, it keeps the frustration down when the occasional spills occur because the Platter contains the mess so that it doesn’t roll down on to the floor.
April Winners and a Cool Video
May 12th, 2008We have our winners for all the April contests–Zoobie Pets, Squeaker Sneakers, PediPeds, Robeez, and much more. We have given away approximately $300 so far and have more to give in May.
Remember to send your You Know You are a Mom If. . . statements in to win the Circle of Sentiments necklace.
Here are two cute videos sent in by a listener of her daughter signing! Check them out!
Show 61: Mother’s Day with Our Moms
May 7th, 2008
Our mothers are the ones who rocked us, raised us, taught us right from wrong, and helped us launch into our own odyssey as moms. So isn’t it fitting that we spend the week before Mother’s Day talking to our own moms and giving them credit where credit is due (for the good and the bad). We talk to our moms and find out where our strengths and fears come from and we discuss what our moms wish that we did as mothers (yes, it could get dicey, but that is part of the fun). When you meet our moms, you will quickly understand why we are the way we are (if it wasn’t clear bef0re). So join us for an hour of mother-daughter conversation!
And remember to send in your “You Know You are a Mom If” statements to win the Circle of Sentiments Necklace.
Check out this totally cute YouTube video created by a friend of ours. He shot kids in our neighborhood for a commercial and this is the long version. It makes you feel good to be a mom! Happy Mother’s Day!
Pictures: Nancy with her Mom Karen (top), Shelly with her Mom Gail (next)
Show 60: Mother Daughter Connection with Dr. Northrup
May 1st, 2008
We talk with nationally-acclaimed author and OBGYN, Dr. Christiane Northrup about the connection between mothers and daughters. Learn how your mother’s health affects you and how long your baby’s cells stay in your body. There are so many important connections to be discussed.
Plus we have more things to give away and tons of fun chatting about being a mom. Join us for the fun! And remember to send in your “You Know You are a Mom If” statements to win the Circle of Sentiments Necklace.
Show 59: Power Struggles Learning Boundaries and more with Claire Lerner
April 24th, 2008We spend the most amazing hour talking with Claire Lerner, the Director of Parent Education for Zero to Three.org. Zero to Three is a national nonprofit multidisciplinary organization that supports the healthy development and well-being of infants, toddlers and their families. Claire is also an adviser for Sesame Street. Claire is amazing at answering questions and giving great advice that helps everyone!
(Picture: Nancy, Claire, Tricia, Shelly)
Power Struggles Learning Boundaries and more with Claire Lerner: Play Now | Play in Popup | DownloadSo Much Good Stuff! Free Stuff, Great Info
April 21st, 2008
We’ve got so much good stuff over the next month or so! Tell Your Friends about Babies and Moms and then listen to win. We’re giving away shoes, plates, necklaces, sunglasses, books, platters, and WAY more. Just listen to win!
Then, we’ve got some incredible shows coming up. Listen to Claire Lerner of ZERO to THREE and Dr. Christiane Northrup who talks about our connections with our mothers and daughters. We’ll discuss Momnesia, Household Balance, Picky Eaters and Saving Memories.
Don’t Miss the Month of Moms and all the giveaways we have. Send us your You Know You are A Mom Statement and you’re entered to win a custom silver necklace. Read the latest ones sent in from our listeners!
And Help Us Celebrate the release of Nancy’s New Board Book–More Please! It is released on May 11 and we are giving away 10 copies!
So much good stuff–tell everyone you know about Babies and Moms!
Show 58: Spring Cleaning, Kids’ Shoes, Signing with Kids
April 17th, 2008
We talk to Laura Lawrence about how to break cleaning down into manageable pieces, the shoes we love and have tested, and signing with our kids–how are things going.
Here is the promised video of Anna walking with the Squeaker Sneakers. I lost her original one (the first day she wore them) by doing the typical accidental recording over. She is still a bit unstable in this video, but you can see how she walks and squeaks. My husband and I LOVE hearing the squeak. It is really cute and comforting to know where she is now that she is mobile. We call it our homing device.
Spring Cleaning, Kids' Shoes, Signing with Kids: Play Now | Play in Popup | Download
Anna Wears Squeakers: Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (76)Show 57: Potty and Bath Tools, Back to Exercise, Birthing
April 10th, 2008
We talk with Heather of Mom4Life about Potty Training and Bathing Products created by moms to make time in the bathroom better. We talk with Lisa Druxman, founder of Stroller Strides and author of Lean Mommy about how to get back to the Exercise Routine. And Shelly shares some very enlightened birthing information that is from all the way back in the 1950’s! You will be amazed! We also introduce our You Know You are a Mom If Contest. Enter to win a custom made necklace from Circle of Sentiments! Listen to us on Babies and Moms Radio or in iTunes! Read the rest of this entry »
We Have a Zoobie Winner!
April 4th, 2008
We have our first Zoobie Winner! Rhonda won the Zoobie Pet of her choice! Congrats!
Zoobies are the winners of our Squeal of Approval and our Kids LOVE them. Anna sleeps with her blankie from the crocodile every night. Nancy ended up buying 2 for her son after he saw Anna’s. Check them out at their website http://www.zoobiepets.com/ or check local stores–they are in over 900 stores now!
Remember that we are giving away hundreds of dollars of things over the next 2 months. Listen to win!
Show 56: Dental Issues; Challenging Children; Saving Memories, PTPA Awards
April 1st, 2008
April 4: We discuss dental issues during pregnancy with Dr. Kerry Maguire of Tom’s of Maine. Then Claire Lerner, director of Zero to Three, discusses challenging children. Tricia shares tips for keeping memorabilia from your child’s life. And finally, we announce the winners of the PTPA Media Awards . Join us!
Show 56: Dental Issues; Challenging Children; Saving Memories, PTPA Awards: Play Now | Play in Popup | DownloadShow 55: Stay at Home Vs Working Moms–Who’s Better
March 24th, 2008March 28: We discuss the Mommy Wars and whether stay-at-home moms or working moms are the best moms. Dr. Byran Korth will discuss the fact behind the debate. We’ll also discuss our Babies and Moms Community Powered by MothersClick.
Show 54: Guardians, BDay Parties and Fire Safety
March 20th, 2008
We discuss how to play a birthday party for your child, how to choose guardians and the most important documents you need, and fire safety–the products that REALLY help. Read the rest of this entry »
