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Are you a busy mom who wants a makeover? Send us a "before" pic with the reasons why you deserve a makeover. Our panelists will pick their favorite, and the winner will receive a $1500 Target gift card. Find the details in the Style Me Makeover contest! Continue

Added by Momversation on October 1, 2009 at 11:50am — No Comments

6 Funniest TV Moments About Birth Control

You don't see TV shows deal with birth control too often, so when it comes up, it's pretty darn funny. Here are 6 of the funniest TV moments about birth control.
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Added by Momversation on September 14, 2009 at 10:28am — No Comments

Is It Right to Discipline Someone Else's Child?

Our panelists have discussed how they discipline their own children... but disciplining someone else's kid? That's a whole 'nother ball of wax. Certainly, you wouldn't spank another child, but what about scolding a friend's child? Or the friend of your child? Where do you draw the line between what is acceptable and what is not?… Continue

Added by Momversation on August 10, 2009 at 2:40pm — No Comments

Would You Really Be OK if Your Child Were Gay?

It's hard for gay men and women in the U.S. due to all the prejudices they face. On one hand, states like Vermont are legalizing marriage. On the other hand, the Yes vote on Prop 8 in California shows that gay rights have a long way to go. So, what would you do if your child told you he or she were gay? Would you worry that they would face discrimination and hate crimes? Would you just want your child to be happy and in love? Or are you against homosexuality for religious or moral reasons? And w… Continue

Added by Momversation on August 3, 2009 at 9:47am — No Comments

Should Your Kids See You Naked?

Is seeing naked mom going to scar your child for life? Please! Is it even possible for your infant not to see you nude? After all, for the first year of his life, he's stuck at your side. If you change your clothes, chances are, he'll be tagging along. Of course, by the time your child is 15, baring all in front of your kid is a bit... sketchy. Or is it? Giyen Kim of Bacon Is My Enemy… Continue

Added by Momversation on July 31, 2009 at 9:30am — No Comments

What Movies Are Good for Kids?

What movies are good for kids? It's a simple question that has a complicated answer. Is the Hannah Montana: The Movie appropriate? What about the movie Up? Hollywood has produced lots of G-rated films that contain themes that parents might not be comfortable with: death, bad parents, poop jokes. So how does a mom figure out what movies are right for her kids? … Continue

Added by Momversation on July 24, 2009 at 9:30am — No Comments

Should Kids Work?

Summer jobs are a rite of passage for many kids. Teens work part time in restaurants, fast food joints, and golf courses during what are often lazy days for others. And in the winter months, some kids find employment after school. But is it important for kids to have jobs outside of the home? Does it interfere with school work and extra-curricular activities? Or is it important for teenagers to "earn their keep?" Guest E.D. Hill, author of I'm Not Your Friend. I'm Your Pa… Continue

Added by Momversation on July 20, 2009 at 11:01am — No Comments

How Do You Deal With Separation Anxiety?

"Moooom! Don't leave me!" School, work, and play, your child wants to be with you 24-7. The babysitter gets an earful. The daycare provider deals with tears. And all you want is to get to your job without a big scene. Sound familiar? Mindy Roberts of The Mommy Blog asks, "How do you deal with separation anxiety?"

Is separation anxiety a problem in your home? Does y… Continue

Added by Momversation on July 17, 2009 at 11:07am — 1 Comment

Learn to Stop Procrastinating. Just Do It!

Time is a-tickin.' Don't you have something to do? You know, cleaning, paying bills, and running errands... all the fun stuff. Time to get some motivation and organization and forgo procrastination! Ah, who are we kidding? Everyone procrastinates, and it's difficult to get into the habit of good time management. And is procrastination really all that bad? Rebecca Woolf of G… Continue

Added by Momversation on July 15, 2009 at 11:15am — No Comments

Where Will Your Kids Go When You Die?

Death is a scary subject, but as a parent, it's a subject you have to think about. And the recent death of Michael Jackson has put wills and child custody into the spotlight. Does the battle over his children's custody concern you with regards to your own kids? Daphne Brogdon of Cool Mom asks, "Do you know where your kids will go if you die?" Do you have a plan for your child… Continue

Added by Momversation on July 13, 2009 at 11:00pm — No Comments

Are You Sick of Jon and Kate?

It's an addicting TV show: Jon and Kate Plus 8. Its season 5 premiere was record-breaking, and Kate Gosselin adorns magazine covers, her famous haircut (love it or hate it) spiked and blonde, her gratis tummy tuck displayed in a bikini on one of her many vacations. Jon and Kate are all over the media, but is the TV drama getting to be... boring? Giyen Kim of Bacon Is My Enemy asks… Continue

Added by Momversation on July 10, 2009 at 9:39am — No Comments

Do You Have a Good Relationship with Your In-Laws?

Your family - you can't choose them. But it's important to have a good relationship with them. And that can sometimes be difficult with your in-laws. They didn't raise you; they might not even like you (gasp!), but you have to spend holidays, birthdays, and special events with them. So, how are you dealing with in-laws? Dana Loesch of Mamalogues brings the question up for discussio… Continue

Added by Momversation on July 8, 2009 at 10:30am — No Comments

Are Your Kids Bad Eaters?

Kids and Food. It's a age old problem. You want them to eat foods which are good for their health, but what they want to eat is either fast food or something you haven't prepared. How do you get your kids to get in the habit of eating healthy food? And how do you make sure you're not cooking different meals for every member of your family just to please them. What kids eat early in life sets their eating habits for years to come. It's up to parents help them establish a… Continue

Added by Momversation on June 22, 2009 at 1:30pm — No Comments

Is Your Mom Self Overtaking Your Sexual Self?

Remember the 1998 movie, How Stella Got Her Groove Back? It was about how Stella (Angela Bassett) rediscovered the sexual side of herself again with the help of a Jamaican vacation and of course, a young Taye Diggs. Women who've become mothers are juggling so many new things in their lives, that they sometimes supress that sexual side of themselves and elevate the mom side. Its not easy to find your groove again, but it certainly is necessary. Daphne Brogdon asks the Mo… Continue

Added by Momversation on June 19, 2009 at 1:00pm — No Comments

Are Men Better Fathers Than Society Thinks?

Are Men Better Fathers Than Society Thinks? A little while back, we had a blast when the some of the Men of Momversation came on to talk about what it was like being married to mom bloggers. Since then, you have been asking us to bring on more men. We thought, what better time than Fathers Day to do it again? So we asked one of our favorite dad bloggers, Danny Evans from dadgonemad to do a "Dadversation" about how dads balance work and family, and the changing roles in… Continue

Added by Momversation on June 19, 2009 at 1:00pm — No Comments

Do You Keep a Gun in Your Home?

There are few subjects as controversial in the United States as guns. Gun control advocates vs. the right to bear arms. The The NRA vs. the Million Mom March. Child safety is important to all moms, but are guns inherently unsafe? Should there be guns and diapers in a home? Dana Loesch asks the panelists, "Do you keep a gun in… Continue

Added by Momversation on June 16, 2009 at 12:30pm — 1 Comment

Are You a Feminist?

Feminists have always received criticism from resistant members of society. In the 1960s and 70s, second-wave feminists were called "manly," "bra burners," and "man-haters." Rush Limbaugh has made a living off of calling women feminazis. So, it's easy to see why some women are hesitant to identify with the feminist movement, especially because people aren't quite sure what "feminist" means. So, are we in a post-feminism era?… Continue

Added by Momversation on June 11, 2009 at 11:09am — No Comments

Are You a Stressed Working Mom?

Work can stress you. Being a mother can stress you. So, how do you cope with the stress of being a working mom? After all, stress can cause symptoms such as headaches, anxiety, depression, and emotional, psychological, and physical exhaustion. And none of these are conducive to being a good employee or mom. How do you balance the two? Make compromises? Take yoga? Work on relaxation techniques? Our Momversation panelists talk the stress out in this episode, featuring… Continue

Added by Momversation on June 8, 2009 at 10:15pm — No Comments

Would You Leave a Cheating Spouse?

In the past few weeks, celebrity affairs have been on tabloid magazine covers and talk show host's lips (even the grande dame herself, Oprah!). Both Kate Gosselin and Elizabeth Edwards have been giving print and televised interviews about their husbands indiscretions, which made our panelists wonder how they would handle a cheating spouse. After all, both women (and many women in the public arena) have s… Continue

Added by Momversation on May 26, 2009 at 11:46am — No Comments

Summer Camp or Free Range Kids?

Ah, the lazy, hazy days of summer. Nothing to do, nowhere to go... or is that a lot to do and many places to go? During the school year, structured activities abound. You have to get the kids up, dressed, and out the door every weekday at a specified time (sometimes even before your first cup of coffee... ouch). But in the summertime, the schedule becomes a bit murky. So, do you enroll your child in a (sometimes pricey) summer program, or do you allow your kids to do wha… Continue

Added by Momversation on May 22, 2009 at 11:30am — No Comments

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