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we are a nike free family! #nikekids

May 21, 2012
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Whether our husband’s like to admit it or not, when it comes to buying for the family, us women hold a lot of power. It only makes sense…we typically have better taste, more time patience (and a greater desire) to shop, and apart from those impulsive purchases, we have the inherent need to know everything about a [...]

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enter mixbook’s dad’s got talent contest 2012

May 19, 2012
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Father’s Day is quickly approaching, and Mixbook has launched the Dad’s Got Talent Contest to honor your favorite dads.  I am a personal fan of Mixbook, so I was thrilled when asked to be one of five judges for this year’s contest. HHM will help choose five first place dad photos to win $50 gift [...]

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sticky bellies :: maternity milestone photos

May 15, 2012
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Sticky Bellies are a fun way to keep your Facebook fans updated on your baby bump status. I love tracking the pregnancies of my girlfriends who are now living all over the world, and the best way to do it is on Facebook. The Sticky Bellies are easy to use, and can even be re-used [...]

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happy mother’s day!

May 12, 2012
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Today is meant to be a day full of love and pampering, when us moms can put ourselves first– without feeling guilty. The ultimate day full of “happy hours!” We wish you a day of relaxation, love, and “me time,” just promise us that you will let this day be about you : ) Besides, [...]

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rainbow cinco de mayo piñata cookies

May 5, 2012
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These rainbow Cinco de Mayo piñata cookies are too stinkin’ cute! SheKnows.com has a thorough how-to article and video {you can watch it in the top right of this page} to guide you in making these festive treats. I found them too late for our Cinco do Mayo festivities, but I have to admit, I am ready [...]

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nike young athletes innovation summit, first class affair

April 29, 2012
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As you all know, Nike recently selected HappyHourMom as one of the lucky (blessed) blogs to take part in the Nike Young Athletes Innovation Summit. Now, ideally I would have been posting blog updates real time throughout the trip, from start to finish, but I was just having too much fun with my daughter being [...]

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inside look at the nike sports research lab #nikekids

April 28, 2012
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Nike puts a great deal of time and energy into its research and development team,  employing some of the greatest minds for the Nike Sports Research Lab. One thing was clear, after spending a day on the campus of the Nike World Headquarters–Nike as a whole has an insatiable desire to meet the needs of [...]

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kohl’s summer shopping: sunglasses, hats, bright colors…oh my!

April 27, 2012
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As a mom of two young children, my shopping trips often consist of loud kiddos, staring shoppers, the occasional laugh, the frequent cry, the children’s clothing department, and a giant headache. So, as I ventured into our local Kohl’s department store with my best girlfriend, I felt like a kid heading into Disneyland–no children, girl [...]

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packing my bags for the nike young athletes innovation summit!

April 24, 2012
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Since the birth of my three-year-old daughter, my oldest and I have not had more than a few hours of “mommy-and-me” time. She has been longing for quality time with me, and I am elated that she and I will be taking a trip this week–just the two of  us! The best part is what [...]

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one simple way to save money & energy, take a load off and start today!

April 12, 2012
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Go green, eat organic, save the environment…these are all common words and phrases that have become hot topics and obsessive trends over the past decade. While I have always been supportive of these efforts and often eager to be a part of the positive initiatives, I have to admit that I have also been overwhelmed, [...]

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easter table settings and decor

April 7, 2012
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Happy Easter to all of our Happy Hour Moms! With beautiful pastels paired with vibrant colors, Easter table-settings are always full of inspiration. Here are some fabulous ideas found across the web to help you get creative for your Easter celebrations. I am loving the gorgeous Martha Stewart tree and details seen above, and couldn’t [...]

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mercedes-benz fashion week | ruby roxanne designs

April 4, 2012
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HappyHourMom.com has long been a fan of Ruby Roxanne Designs, so it only seemed fitting that Toni and I donned our favorite cuffs as we took the streets of New York during our time at Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week as on-air correspondents for Diet Pepsi. The cuffs were perfect for every occasion, be it our casual [...]

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alicia silverstone chews up food before feeding it to her son {VIDEO}

March 29, 2012
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If you own a television, computer or radio, there is a good chance you heard about (or watched) Alicia Silverstone’s latest home video featuring her son “baby bear” eating chewed up food from her mouth (premastication at its finest). It is incredible how this story has hit the media, and blogs, as it seems moms [...]

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national earmuff day, cover your ears in style

March 13, 2012
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In honor of National Earmuff Day–yes, that’s a day, and yes it’s today, March 13th–we thought it’d be fun to share a collection of fun, unique, and trend-setting earmuff’s that any mom will look great in. While we might be nearing the end of ear-muff season, it’s never too late for an awesome accessory, or [...]

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nina bella, vintage religious jewelry

March 11, 2012
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I am all about simple, unique accessories that can make a statement, and even make your outfit, without overwhelming your look. When I lived in Berkeley, CA I discovered my love for vintage clothing and accessories for this reason alone. The rarity of vintage items often make them an unrivaled staple piece for your daily [...]

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diy confetti lantern, perfect for gender reveal baby shower

March 5, 2012
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Today was I long day, and I was in desperate need of a mommy happy hour. So I took a 15 minute break to visit some of my favorite inspiring blogs for a little dose of fun. First stop, the Hostess Blog, where I can always count on amazing party inspiration. The first post to pop up [...]

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hhm book club :: let the happy hours begin!

March 3, 2012
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It has been a long reading leading up to the launch of the Happy Hour Mom Book Club, but only seemed fitting that we start an interactive mommy group to help promote our much-needed happy hours. This will be a low-stress book club, with thought-provoking, conversation-starting reads that will be stretched over a 4-6 week [...]

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giveaway | transition from breast to bottle with mimijumi

February 26, 2012
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One of the hardest things to do as a working mom, is head back to work. To complicate things even more, moms who are exclusively breastfeeding must transition their little ones to the bottle. Finding the perfect breast pump is one thing, but finding a bottle with a nipple that closely mimics a mother’s breast, [...]

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diet pepsi style studio designer genoveva christoff :: mercedes-benz fashion week

February 15, 2012
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Genoveva Christoff was one of the four regional  designers selected to work with Simon Doonan for the Diet Pepsi Style Studio Show. Doonan, the style commentator for the evening and creative director for the event, concepted three looks for each of the designers to develop and Genoveva did a fabulous job bringing a refreshing look [...]

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creative valentine’s day crafts, bloggers know best

February 14, 2012
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Valentine’s Day might not be a fan favorite for all as we enter adulthood, and our like/dislike often changes based on relationship status, but for kids V-day is a day full of fun, puppy love, and class parties. While candy hearts, chocolates and stuffed friends are a go-to gift for our loved ones, generic, mass [...]

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