Author Archive for Shannon
Shannon Hughes, mom of 2 beautiful girls, wife to an amazing husband, CEO/coFounder of HHM, Working Mom Examiner of Fresno, CA, Expert Working Mom for GetButtonedUp.com. Join me in my journey to become the ultimate Happy Hour Mom
amber | this is not what i signed up for
Thanks for coming back! Congrats, you are officially a Happy Hour Mom! Make sure you check us out on Twitter and Facebook! In 2001, when I met my husband, I was a young girl with big dreams. I can sit here and say that my dreams included becoming a successful, powerful, and highly-respected businesswoman. But [...]
shocking confessions #144
“I don’t hang out with other moms. All my friends are single and childless (single myself). I’d rather sit around and chug beer, eat pizza, and talk about the men I come across rather then the new workout routine so and so learned to shed the pounds or what brand of diapers is my fave [...]
happy hour mom is the newest expert contributor on getbuttonedup.com
I am thrilled to join the GetButtonedUp.com family as a new contributor. Deemed the Expert Working Mom, my articles will focus on life as , well, a Working Mom. But more specifically, I will focus on fun tips and suggestions on getting and staying organized. As a mom, going back to work is never easy, [...]
macy’s launch of glee apparel | LA launch event at macy’s beverly center
Who doesn’t love to shop at Macy’s? Well if you are a fan of Glee AND you like to shop, tomorrow is your lucky day! Macy’s is launching a new clothing line of Glee apparel which will include everything from graphic tees to hoodies. This Saturday, at the Macy’s Beverly Center store, fashionistas and fans [...]
airline tickets have been purchased, happy hour mom sets flight to estonia
It is official. Happy Hour Mom goes international once again. My husband has signed his contract and will be playing basketball in Tallinn, Estonia. Last night we booked our tickets and the entire family will be spending the next 9 months in Tallinn! Woo hoo! It has been 2 years since the family has traveled [...]
breastfeeding is cool, right? | tess
Breastfeeding’s Cool, Right? Here in the middle of August, we who dwell in the Northern Hemisphere tend to grow weary of those little annoyances like triple-digit temperatures and stagnant, humid air. Summer may be nice at first, as it presents us with opportunities like late morning wake-ups, afternoons by the pool, and plenty of chances [...]
pregnancy bodystylers by blanqi
Who says you have to throw out fashion and perfection just because you are pregnant? Are you one of those women who can’t live without her Spanks? After kiddos I can see how Spanks could be beneficial in “smoothing” things out and making sure everything stays right where it belongs. However at Blanqi they have [...]
mixed-gender room | the final nursery design board
After a a week of design tips and featured elements of Alissa’a mixed-gender nursery project, we are proud to present you with Little Crown Interior’s final design board. It has been such a pleasure working with both Naomi and Gerri, and we can’t wait to share the final nursery images over the next couple weeks. [...]
baby shower barbecue ideas | inspiration board
It has been a while since I have thrown a baby shower, and I am excited to use some of the wonderful ideas I have found on a variety of blogs. Nowadays, when it comes time to search for new ideas or awesome recipes, I throw in “blog” or “mom blog” and the end of [...]
mixed-gender nursery | finding accessories for your nursery
When designing a room fit for a little boy and girl to share, it is important to find key elements that represent each child while still maintaining a certain amount of cohesiveness. So far this week we have covered the need for a solid floor plan, selecting the right color palette, and the importance of [...]
mixed-gender room design | selecting the perefect color palette for your nursery
Deciding what color to paint the walls has always been one of the most difficult aspects of creating the perfect living space for me. I think it has something to do with the feeling of being “permanent” but in all actuality it is not that difficult to change. Nothing that a little primer and new [...]
mixed-gender room | building a room around one key design element
When designing your nursery, it is important to develop the look around a key design element. For example, you may have an awesome vintage crib and furniture set that you plan on using. In this case, you would want to make sure and stay true to the vintage vibe. You probably wouldn’t opt for the [...]
mixed-gender room | evaluating and creating the right floor plan for your nursery
We recently partnered with the amazing women of LittleCrownInteriors.com to offer one of our own HHM Contributor’s a complete nursery makeover! Alissa is expecting her second child on August 20th, and has been faced with the daunting task of creating a practical living space for her, now two year old little girl, and soon-to-be Baby [...]
chicken enchilada soup | my famous (easy) recipe
This is a great, hearty recipe for the family. You can use your own variation of ingredients or follow the recipe below. While fresh vegetables are always more desirable, the canned option is sometimes faster and more convenient. I also use the box of Spanish or Mexican Rice, for the rice itself AND the seasoning. [...]
6 silly summer snacks | the perfect summer craft for hungry kids
satisfy those tummies with these tasty treats…
cadenlane.com is giving away money!
Caden Lane is known for super chic crib bedding, at the highest quality. You really can’t go wrong with any of their bedding options–with trendy and unique designs and textures, there is something for everyone. They recently launched their newest line of bedding, the “Boutique” Collection, full of color and style at great affordable prices.We [...]
silly summer showdown | parentsconnect.com
Every Happy Hour Mom has a silly side, and this summer it is time to let your hair down and GET SILLY with your kids. Can you imagine the look on your child’s face when you jump in the pool with all of your clothes on or let loose with the backyard hose? You can [...]
a new mentality during pregnancy | “pregnancy without pounds”
I am pregnant. Correction- I am very pregnant. I am now approaching the final month, and the end is within reach. Up until this point, I have been trying to stay active and eat healthy, but I always felt like I wasn’t doing enough. I felt a little confused as to what was okay for [...]
hazardous products are plotting against us!
Our friend Shane, momma of EnvironmentalBooty.com and personal blog about Environmental Health, wellness, and Beauty, shares the most informative information and tips on healthy living and finding ways to live that “green” life that so many of us dream of but have a hard time finding. I say that primarily because, while I try my [...]
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