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mocktail turned cocktail | cherry POM bomb

August 29, 2010

Looking for a fun new beverage to cool down the end of your day? Happy Hour Mom is featuring another addition to our HHM Signature Drink Bar. Cherry POM bombs are a refreshing blend of pomegranate, cherry and blackberry and leaves no drink watered down with fruit integrated ice cubes. Whether you are in need [...]

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modern highchair must-have | joovy nook

August 22, 2010

Besides a bed, a high chair is the second most important apparatus in a child’s life. Whether it is used for traditional mealtime rituals, a quick snack or just a safe place to play with some toys a functional, safe and stylish high chair is a must have. With so many choices available in today’s [...]

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it’s fair time, celebrate on-a-stick

August 12, 2010

You know when school is right around the corner when the all of the fairs start popping up. Supposedly, the epitome of all state fairs is the Iowa State Fair. Just because they had a Broadway show named after it, I’m still not convinced it deserves all the glory.  What does everyone first think of [...]

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the perfect dessert for your summer bbq | happy hour mom’s strawberry pie cake

August 12, 2010

It’s a cake!

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oilo GIVEAWAY and review | designer lighting

July 26, 2010

Oilo is one of the hottest up and coming designers in nursery couture baby bedding. Their modern, luxury organic designs are the absolute essence of what the brand means. Although Olio is not actually a word, it is borrowed from the Hawaiian words, “lio” (small sprout) and “ho’oilo” (the cool, rainy season). When the fall [...]

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alice in wonderland

July 25, 2010

Today’s happy hour will be spent daydreaming in the wonderful world of Alice in Wonderland. What happens when you put a handful of amazingly creative women together…something inspiring beyond your wildest dreams. The concept is created with vibrant colored photography, perfect party accessories, drool-worthy clothing items and the finest details from cupcakes to lights. There [...]

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UPDATE! WINNER! win a baby sling on hhm | mod mum giveaway

July 22, 2010

Congratulations Lona! You have won yourself a Mod Mum Baby Sling of your choice! From animal mamas to humans the bond between mom and child is unlike anything in the world. Animals around the world transport their young. From kangaroos carrying babies in pouches in the Australian outback to penguin babies perched on their parents’ [...]

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UPDATE! WINNER! win a baby sling on hhm | mod mum giveaway

July 22, 2010

Congratulations Lona! You have won yourself a Mod Mum Baby Sling of your choice! From animal mamas to humans the bond between mom and child is unlike anything in the world. Animals around the world transport their young. From kangaroos carrying babies in pouches in the Australian outback to penguin babies perched on their parents’ [...]

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HAPPY HOUR MOM ON THE TODAY SHOW

July 15, 2010

I have been feeling under the weather the past few days, so it was nice to wake up to good news. This morning I woke up to a text message from a girlfriend of mine; Hers: “I just saw Happy Hour Mom quoted on The Today Show.” My response. “What? Really, what were they talking [...]

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win a baby sling on hhm | mod mum giveaway

July 14, 2010

CLOSED!From animal mamas to humans the bond between mom and child is unlike anything in the world. Animals around the world transport their young. From kangaroos carrying babies in pouches in the Australian outback to penguin babies perched on their parents’ feet in the frozen Antarctic it is important to keep a close eye on [...]

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win a baby sling on hhm | mod mum giveaway

July 14, 2010

CLOSED!From animal mamas to humans the bond between mom and child is unlike anything in the world. Animals around the world transport their young. From kangaroos carrying babies in pouches in the Australian outback to penguin babies perched on their parents’ feet in the frozen Antarctic it is important to keep a close eye on [...]

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green eggs and ham our way

July 7, 2010

We all love the classics of Dr. Seuss…right? When a new opportunity to throw a gender neutral baby shower came about I new I could incorporate some of the mama-to-be’s favorite childhood classics into a fun and exciting theme. Stay tuned for more on the detail of the event. For now, enjoy the simple, easy [...]

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fourth of july dessert | the perfect craft for the 4th of July

July 2, 2010

Try it yourself with free printable downloads!

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oh say can you see…

July 2, 2010

Get patriotic with these scrumptious desserts and adorable crafts. Make a day of it and let the kids be a part of the planning and decor by getting involved in the preparation for your July 4th festivities. All of these creations can be found on Martha Stewart’s site, and all can be picture perfect if [...]

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nursery design | hhm interview with little crown interiors

July 1, 2010

design the perfect nursery/room for your little one…

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cupcake burgers

June 29, 2010

Perfect for your 4th of July Celebration!

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baby shot shower game

June 28, 2010

Baby Shower Games….some love them and other LOATHE them. Being the competitive crazy person that I am it is my personal goal to win any and every game possible. The sweet lovely ladies that surround me at such an event never even knew what hit them. So when the tables were turned and it was [...]

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introducing happy hour mom’s signature drink bar

June 24, 2010

Drink Bars are the perfect way to quench that summer thirst!

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WINNER! my little cupcake baby shower | jessica

June 5, 2010

A yummy baby shower, and a fabulous Give Away from Party Box Design!

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celebrate memorial day

May 28, 2010

Get inspired this Memorial Day weekend The Party Dress way! Kelly and her party ideas are a constant inspiration. Red, White and Blue in pure luxury. We’re just praying for perfect weather. What are your big plans for this holiday weekend? BBQ, boat party, or a weekend spent working in the yard? No matter what [...]

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