Avoiding Preterm Birth, Health Care Disparities for Children, Breastfeeding News Then and Now, Hillary Clinton's Five Million Dollar Loan
Thursday, February 7, 2008
It's always a good idea to treat yourself to a little extra something from time to time. The next time you're on the hunt to give yourself a boost we recommend trying a new lip color. It will transform your look and your attitude. We recommend finding your special color at Sephora.comHere's what's new today on MommyToo.com
- Did you know breastfeeding controversies have literally been the same for thirty years. See the similarities.
- Research confirms minority children are given less adequate health care than whites. See how this affects black and brown children throughout the country.
- Mama Noire weighs in on Hillary Clinton's five million dollar loan to her own campaign. Read why this is a sign her campaign is on the ropes.
- Preterm birth is a major problem in the black community. Discover health information from the March of Dimes.
Meet Terri Williams, a mom of two living in Charlotte, NC. Join Terri on the Mommy Too! Network.
Become Terri's friend.
Labels: health, mom tips, mothers, pregnancy, women
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Your Organic Baby, Breastfeeding Envy, Our Weekly Pregnancy Shopping List + Win a Trip to the Super Bowl
Saturday, January 5, 2008
If you go to the grocery store today don't casually drift by the florist. Instead stop and buy yourself a beautiful bouquet of flowers. You can buy a fresh bouquet for under $4 in most places. That's a small price to pay for a little daily bliss.Here's what we've been working on today.
We know some moms only buy organic baby food for their infants. Here are the USDA certified brands we recommend.
If you're newly pregnant you'll need to buy maternity clothes to flatter your beautiful bump. Check out some of this week's hot items from MothersWork.
If there is one debate that causes much division among mothers it's breastfeeding vs formula-feeding. Do you think so-called lactivists make some mothers feel inadequate? Weigh in.
Calling all football enthusiasts among us! Click here for your chance to win a trip to the Super Bowl.
Labels: children, health, mothers, parenting, politics
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Kids Entertainment, Baby Bibliophiles, and Ethnic Home Decor
Wednesday, January 2, 2008
This time of year everyone encourages us to think of ourselves. We go from thinking of others and celebrating the spirit of giving during the holidays to getting caught up in a me, me, me, self-absorption syndrome. While getting ourselves straight has its definite advantages, we also believe in thinking of others all year long. We found a wonderful nonprofit called the Women's Bean Project based out of Denver that helps women break the cycle of poverty and unemployment. You can support them
by purchasing some of their products like a bag of free-trade, organic coffee or even organic soup mix. Here's what's new on MommyToo.com.
- We've taken a look at fantastic, new books for your budding bibliophile. Check out the list.
- We've reviewed two of the latest kids' DVDs to hit store shelves. See which one we liked and which one was just OK.
- New research says getting enough sleep can help prevent diabetes. Read why.
- If you're on the prowl for adorable baby clothes check out our review of a Lands' End outfit for baby girls.
- Do you want to add cultural flair to your home this year? Visit these e-retailers that specialize in global wares.
Labels: children, health, pregnancy, women
posted by Jennifer James @ Wednesday, January 02, 2008,
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Happy New Year!
Tuesday, January 1, 2008
This year don't make any resolutions. Resolutions were made to be broken. Instead, make revelations about your life, your passions, your desires, your hang-ups, your joys, and insecurities. And then throughout the course of the year, take baby steps to create a more revitalized and refreshed you. That's much better than going to the gym for three days straight and then never going back or trying to change your diet in one day. It's OK, mom -- take baby steps toward happiness, not one giant leap.Here's what's new on MommyToo.com.
We're big advocates of breastfeeding, but we draw the line at breastfeeding a seven-year-old! Watch this video, then tell us what you think.
It's cold outside, so you definitely want to stay warm. Why not stay warm and help the environment, too? Read our review of Ecolution's Hemp Organic Rainbow Scarf.
Learn important tips to help prevent your baby from succumbing to SIDS.
All pregnant moms want to avoid stretch marks. See how to smooth away birth marks in our feature for {tummy tips} tuesday.
Are you a crock-pot fan? If yes, we've got great sales for crock-pot addicts.
SAY SOMETHING: What do you plan to do differently as a mother in 2008? Let us know on our parenting blog.
Labels: children, families, health, parenting, pregnancy, sales, women
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Happy Kwanzaa + Real World Wednesday
Wednesday, December 26, 2007
We hope you had a great Christmas. If you are celebrating Kwanzaa tonight -- Ha
ppy Kwanzaa!Here's what's going on at MommyToo.com today.
- Every Wednesday we will be featuring a mom who is blogging about her pregnancy. Check out our very first featured mom in our {real world} wednesday section: Yemi from Don't Eat My Buchela.
- Are you a breastfeeding mom who tries to pump at work? Is your employer supportive? Read how long nursing mothers' breaks are in Dubai; you'll be surprised.
- Do you have a family pet? Dr. Susan Nelson offers tips for taking care of your family pet this winter.
- Walmart.com is having a massive clearance sale. See how low their already low prices have b
ecome.
TOPIC DU JOUR: Will Smith and Hitler
You may have heard Will Smith is getting harangued on celebrity sites for saying something about Hitler being good in a Scottish newspaper. Who knows what he said; we think Will was misquoted and someone is trying to give him a headache during the holidays. Do you think Will might have slipped up, or do you give him the benefit of the doubt placing all blame on the reporter with a wayward pen?
Labels: families, health, in the news, parenting, pregnancy
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Monday, December 24, 2007
If you've been looking for couture maternity wear or inexpensive, yet high-quality baby care, we've got that for you this week.
A new year means a new you! Ford Models Gelila and Lisa Perry tell you how to get flawless skin and how to apply eyeliner, mascara and eye shadow on darker skin tones in Health & Beauty.
Books. Books. Books. Here are our latest adult and children's book picks.
Plus, we've got everything you'll need to create a spa retreat at home.
DON'T FORGET
- We're giving away a Lands' End diaper bag -- two of them! All you need to do is leave a comment and you'll be entered.
- Plus, be the next member in the Mommy Too! Network. Sign up today and meet moms. It's FREE!
Labels: children, families, giveaway time, health, parenting, pregnancy
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Friday, December 21, 2007
- If you're anything like us you've waited to the last minute to do your Christmas shopping and now it's a little too late to ship holiday presents in time. Not to worry! You c
an still send flowers. Check out 1-800-Flowers' Last Chance Sale.
- Are you a hip pregnant mommy? If not, we've featured some of the hottest maternity clothes from MothersWork.
- It's hard breastfeeding in public, but not when business establishments are breastfeeding-friendly. Do you know of a business near you that welcomes nursing moms? Share your story.
- New research says overweight children can lose a considerable amount of weight if they simply eat peanuts or peanut butter and fruit. Do you think it could work?
DON'T FORGET!
Meet moms! Join the Mommy Too! Network and be entered automatically to win great prizes!
Remember, we're giving away two Lands' End diaper bags. Click here to enter!
Labels: children, health, in the news, parenting, pregnancy, sales, women
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Tuesday, December 18, 2007
- Do you agree in bedsharing? Many mothers, especially in traditional,
indigneous cultures, believe in bedsharing between infants and mothers. Increasingly American mothers are adopting the practice in their own lives. Bedsharing advocates believe this is a great way to foster a bond between mother and child and medical professionals believe bedsharing is a sure way to increase a baby's SIDS risk. What do you think? Click here to weigh in.
- Did you know that Motherhood Maternity stores offer in-store fitting experts? Click here to read more about how you can get sized to look fabulous with your growing belly.
- Do you love beautiful sweaters? Who doesn't? Liz Claiborne is running a 50% OFF sale on ALL sw
eaters. Click here to hop on this spectacular holiday sale.
We know you all saw the season finale of I Love New York 2! Were you just as disappointed as we were when New York picked Tailor Made? Or, were you cheering because of her choice? Weigh in the comments.
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Who do you support? Barack or Hillary? Take our poll.
Labels: celebs, families, health, in the news, parenting, women
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Black Women and Breast Cancer
Tuesday, November 27, 2007
All this week NBC Nightly News with Brian Williams is airing a special series about African-American women. Tonight, Dr. Nancy Snyderman reported on the increasing number of African-American women who are getting breast cancer at younger ages and the type of breast cancer that is extremely difficult to treat. I, for one, am glad the information is getting out that black women need to get early onset screening, but there is a huge point that has been missed: breastfeeding. I am almost positive many African-American women have no idea that they can lessen their likelihood of getting breast cancer by simply breastfeeding. And even if a mother cannot breastfeed exclusively, something is certainly better than nothing.
On my Black Breastfeeding Blog, I have mentioned many times before that I breastfed both of my daughters for two years each. I did it as much for their health and well-being as my own. I know that breastfeeding provides great natural healing and health for women and babies. More African-American women simply need to breastfed and I guarantee some of these breast cancer numbers would decrease.
Let me know what you think.
Labels: health
posted by Jennifer James @ Tuesday, November 27, 2007,
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