Hair Stylist Ashlee Wilcken joins us to discuss baby hair, first cuts, bows, curly hair versus straight hair. Learn if you can do something to lose your baby’s curly hair and if expensive shampoos are good for kids. Also, learn what is wrong with tear-free shampoos and products we suggest instead of the yellow shampoo bottle.

Check out some CUTE hair accessories at Baby Bliss Accessories

 

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We talk about Work/Life Balance with a woman actually making it happen–Kim Kleeman, Founder and CEO of Shakespeare Squared. Kim is known not only for her tremendous success as a young entrepreneur in the educational publishing industry, but also as a business leader and mother who advocates work/life balance for herself and her staff. Her company is featured on www.babiesatwork.org and was named a Working Mother 25 Best Small Companies in 2007.

Kim’s belief is that life is more than work: “It has always been my belief that it is possible to fulfill my professional goals in the education world while simultaneously preserving relationships with my family, with my staff, and with my friends. Our company has grown more than 800% over the last three years and continues to grow bigger and faster. To me, all this success means nothing unless I can share it with the people that mean the most.” (more…)

 

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Breastfeeding is one of the best things you can do for your child. However, it is not something that happens easily for all moms. In fact, both mom and child need to learn how to breastfeed. It might take even a few months until you both feel comfortable. We discuss tips to make it easier.

 

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We talk to Helene Byrne of BeFitMom.com about how to get your body back after giving birth–even if it was 30 years ago.  This is one you have to hear to believe.

 

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Trying to spice up the selection of foods your child eats? Shelly shares ideas for finger foods that are safe and tasty and healthy.

 

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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.

 

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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. (more…)

 

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Learn 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.

 

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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. (more…)

 

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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.

 

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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! (more…)

 

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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.

 

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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!

 

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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.

 

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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.

 

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We 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, 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.

 

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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)

 

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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.

 

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We 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)

 

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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! (more…)

 

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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!

 

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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.

 

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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. (more…)

 

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February 15th, we’re talking to James Hirtenstein The Safety Dad and Founder Baby-Safe about the most dangerous rooms in our house, with Heather from Mom4Life about things to make traveling with kids easier, and with Jami Kent about sleep solutions when your baby thinks it is time to give up the nap! (more…)

 

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We have a great show with Lisa Druxman of Stroller Strides talking about how to exercise in winter (her voice is a little soft, but the info is great). Then, we talk to PA Jeff Abrams of Alpine Pediatrics about how to deal with Winter Colds. And finally, we discuss how to bring singing into your house and add signing. Check out Babies and Moms Host Nancy Cadjan’s book Baby Signing 1, 2, 3 for great tips on singing and signing. (more…)

 

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We talk about Etiquette with Babies and Toddlers with Ellen Reddik of Impact Factory. We all discuss our chapped hands and the solutions we have found and LOVE and then Stacey discusses birth order. The sound quality is lower on this show because we had to talk over the phone due to a snowstorm. But the content is REALLY great.

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Wild Oats Cooking Class at 6:30 pm
Friday, February 8th: Fort Union Wild Oats, 6930 South Highland Drive and Tuesday, February 19th: Park City Wild Oats, 1736 Redstone Center Dr (Kimballl Junction)  Admission is free and participants will receive a coupon valid at any Wild Oats store.  NOTE: If you are not in the SLC area, check your local Wild Oats or Happy Baby for more information on classes in your area. (more…)

We’re talking to Chrissy Cianflone of SafeKids.org about fire safety with small children. Then, were talking about having realistic weight expectations and how to beat winter sniffles and about two great products we found: PureWorks Antibacterial Foam and Xlear.

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Claire Lerner from ZERO to THREE talks about on how to properly deter unwanted behaviors with appropriate discipline. We will also talk with Rachel Coleman of Signing Time about signing with children with special needs. AND we will discuss the importance of religion in the life of a child. Don’t miss it!

 

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We’re talking about Fit Moms and winter exercise, Rae Pica of Moving and Learning.com talks about keeping kids active (no couch potatoes this show) and we share Cute things you just have to have–and some of them are useful too!!

BTW: See a 3-month old reading Baby Signing 1, 2, 3. So cute!

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