Blog Posts by Team Mom Staff

Mommy's hiding placesWhen you're a tired and overwhelmed new parent, sometimes you need to find a little me-time... and sometimes you need to steal it.

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Planning the Perfect Birth - and Other Ridiculous NotionsDo natural childbirth classes work? Can one plan for the perfect labor experience? Why is my doctor laughing at me?" Answers to these and other questions, this week in "Life of Mom."

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Mom FriendsOf all the decisions new parents face (cloth or disposable? breastmilk or formula? co-sleeping or CIO?) the toughest decision of all is, "Now who am I going to hang out with?"

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What you need to know about car careDid you know that April is Car Care Awareness Month? Jody DeVere, CEO of AskPatty.com, joins Easy Does It host Ereka Vetrini to shine some light on what's really going on under your hood.

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DeVere says that the biggest mistake people make is "really not understanding what your car needs." To combat this, she says, "Crack open that dusty manual that's usually in the glove box of your car and understand the basic needs of your car and the intervals that those should be done. And then do it to the letter of the law. That's going to prevent a lot of costly, long-term, expensive problems."

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According to DeVere, you should become familiar with your car's service interval schedule to avoid being upsold products or services that you don't really need. In addition, she says, "Take a look around your car, and if you hear any funny noises, be able to report them with confidence. You want to approach the

The Other Side of the Diaper BagThere's nothing as satisfying as the day you say good-bye to your baby's diaper bag. And there's nothing as horrifying as the day you really need it.

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Camping 101Do you want to have a family of happy campers on your next outdoor adventure? Danielle Fernandes, REI expert, joins Easy Does It host Ereka Vetrini to share her advice for making a campsite feel a bit more comfortable and homey.

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Fernandes says that one of the main things to focus on when camping is sleeping, especially when you're camping with young children. She recommends a thick sleeping pad that's supported, even when on the ground. In addition, she suggests a fluffy sleeping bag that will make you feel "like you're at home in your comforter." Finally, bring a comfortable tent that is the right size and shape for your family.

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When it comes to food, you can keep it simple with a small stove or you can bring equipment that can help you feed a larger group. According to Fernandes, another easy option is pre-made food that is both easy and filling. It comes in a variety of options and you

Get ready for bathing suit seasonSummer is right around the corner. After a winter full of bad habits, what are some changes we can make to get bathing suit ready? Personal trainer to the stars Ashley Borden joins Easy Does It host Ereka Vetrini to share some tips.

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According to Borden, the first thing step that she tells her clients is to eliminate dairy, even if just for a week. "Only because a lot of people don't know if in fact they are lactose intolerant or not. And you don't know until you don't have it," she explains.

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Borden also says it's important to monitor your sodium intake. In addition, she says, "a lot of people actually don't even realize that artificial sweeteners are also very bloating because they are like, well, I'm not consuming any calories. But that can also really upset the stomach and bloat you as well." And finally, Borden says to drink a lot of water.

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Let's make parental loveDoes becoming a parent mean kissing your love-life good-bye? Johanna answers that burning question. With music. And dancing. And a few personal details you might wish you'd never heard.

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