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our mom’s were wrong! you can’t have it all.

April 23, 2010

Remember the old saying “we’ve come along way baby?”  I got to thinking the other day about how far woman have really come since the 1950’s and how differently our lives are from our mothers and grandmothers. I guess what generated this was a conversation at a gathering when a few of the ladies I [...]

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tess | in search of breastfeeding classes and support in fresno

February 12, 2010

British philosopher Bertrand Russell once said, “The good life is inspired by love and guided by knowledge.”  And in the minds of most women who want the “good life” for their babies, a more accurate statement about breastfeeding will never be found. It is first a powerful love for the precious baby being nurtured within [...]

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jennifer | who are birthmoms, really?

February 11, 2010

Chances are, you know an adoptive parent or an adopted person, but when you get to the third member of the adoption triad, a birthparent, far fewer of you have someone who immediately pops into your head, right?  A birthmother (or “firstmother” as some prefer), is defined for our purposes here, as a woman who [...]

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carolyn | my daughter won’t eat in her high chair, help!

February 7, 2010

Several months we moved into a new home. Throughout the chaos, we found ourselves having “picnics” on the floor for a week or so until our dining room table arrived. Ever since then, my daughter refuses to eat in a high chair, booster seat, etc. I find that I’m somewhat successful in getting her to [...]

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mioara | famous soup recipe

February 5, 2010

In Lebanon is called “sharba” in romania its “supa” and to anyone that eats this soup it is the “best soup you’ve ever tasted!” Ingredients: 4 medium carrots 1 green pepper 1 medium white onion 2 small zuccini, chopped 2 small tomatoes, chopped 2 medium potatoes, small cubes 1 handful Eqyptian rice oil 3 tbls. [...]

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tess | the amazing value of postpartum lactation care and support provided in the home

February 5, 2010

Much has been said about the benefits of breastfeeding for both mother and baby throughout the life spectrum. Additionally, it is common knowledge that while most women initially choose to breastfeed, some will not succeed past the first few days.  The question, then, is what can be done to close this gap. If most women [...]

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jennifer pedley | you mean i don’t have to go to china to adopt a baby?

February 2, 2010

Many people don’t realize that domestic adoption has always been the most common way in which Americans adopt children. Adoptive Families Magazine reports that in 2008, there were 25,000 to 30,000 infants adopted in the U.S. (excluding foster and relative adoption), more than all the international adoptions from every country combined! In the last fifteen [...]

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carolyn | when your kids say they don’t like you

February 1, 2010

“I don’t like you” is a common refrain of the three-year-old, quickly replaced at four by “you’re not my friend” and “you’re not coming to my birthday party.”  Preschoolers, who are just beginning to engage in reciprocal relationships, wield this power over their peers and attempt to wield it over their parents.  Don’t take it [...]

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quick garlic tip from mioara | in a dash

January 31, 2010

Hate chopping garlic? How about when you need only one or two cloves? I swear that between my family and I we have tried so many different kinds of garlic presses to avoid using our fingernails to scrape out all the leftover chunks…so gross. (love garlic, hate when you smell like it all day!) Lebanese [...]

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tess johnson | hhm’s newest contributor

January 31, 2010

Thanks again to Happy Hour Mom’s most recent guest host, Tess Johnson, RN, PHN, IBCLC. An incredible woman, mom of three, and one of the best resources for your lactation needs here in the Central Valley. Check out Tess’s website for more details at http://www.tjlactation.com. Her services include: Home Visits, phone consultations, etc. Eco-friendly breastpump [...]

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meet jennifer pedley

January 27, 2010

We are honored to have Jennifer Pedley join our team of amazing HHM Contributors. Jennifer will be touching primarily on issues pertaining to adoption (from considering adoption, to adoption plans, emotions, and aftermath) and I can’t wait to, not only become better informed on the topic myself, but to enlighten those of you who have [...]

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martha-marie | acne during pregnancy

January 26, 2010

It is very common for women to experience “acne” during pregnancy.  The truth is “acne” during pregnancy is  really just hormonal breakouts.   They will slow down or stop once your body normalizes after delivery.  For some women, this will last through the second trimester or even all the way through breast feeding.  Your first thought [...]

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carolyn | my oldest son is regressing, help!

January 24, 2010

My three year old was doing really well with his new baby brother up until the last month. He was almost potty trained. He always did no. 2 in the potty and always stayed dry at school. He also was so nice at sharing toys. Now he doesn’t want his little brother to touch his [...]

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in a dash | healthy lentil soup recipe

January 21, 2010

Try this lentil soup recipe from our international contributor, Mioara, this dish  is delicious for  any season… and healthy too… IN A DASH! 1 large onion, chopped lentils 1/4 cup rice (egyptian) 1 large potato in medium cubes 1 head of kale or spinach 1 large lemon 2 tbls. chopped celery leaves 1. Wash and [...]

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meet gena kirby

January 19, 2010

We at Happy Hour Mom are excited to welcome our newest contributor, Gena Kirby, to the HHM family. Her resume is impressive (you can check out the details on her About Page) and her personal experiences and refreshing sense of honesty make her blog informative AND entertaining. Here is the latest article Gena shared on [...]

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carolyn | my preschool son wants a princess bike

January 18, 2010

My 3 ½ year-old-son wants a princess bike for Christmas.  I have no objection to his preference, but want to purchase a bike that will last for a few years.  He rode a black bike at the store and loved it.  When we came home, he reiterated his desire for a princess bike.  Should I [...]

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mioara | happy hour mom welcomes international contributor

January 12, 2010

Introducing Mioara’s international cooking style…IN A DASH! Hi everyone. I’m Mioara Farah. I am of Romanian origin living in Lebanon  for almost 20 years. During this time I have created my own way of cooking basic recipes by combining the styles, ingredients  and spices from from many cultures in creating my cuisine. My goal is [...]

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martha-marie | a facial from your kitchen

January 12, 2010

For a skin revitalizing, at-home facial you may not have to go further than your kitchen.  Sugar may be bad for our hips, but it can give our face a great glow.  Sugar and olive oil make a great scrub for your face.  Take about one tablespoon of white sugar and mix it with just [...]

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carolyn gatzke | agressive behaviors

January 10, 2010

When my child doesn’t get his way, sometimes he will strike out at me, either kicking me or hitting me, and/or using angry words (”If you don’t let me do XYZ, I won’t ABC!!”).  I try to stay calm and explain that I won’t let him hurt me, but I would love some suggestions on [...]

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snack girl | ants on a log

January 6, 2010

The Snack Girl shares this yummy snack, perfect for “Happy Hour” with the little ones…

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