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By Tiernan McKay for SheKnows.com

Between coordinating the carpool to school, making lunches, and trying to make a 9 a.m. business meeting, moms are busy people. In the hustle and bustle of the morning, it's easy to neglect how we look and end up, well… frumpy.

If you find a disheveled stranger looking back at you from the mirror, don't fret. Instead fight the frump with these simple steps and look pulled together with minimal effort.


Stylish mama

Is it possible to be a mom and stylish at the same time (without totally neglecting the kids, that is)? The short answer is: YES!

"We are just so focused on the little human beings who rely on us that we often put ourselves and our needs at the very bottom of the daily to-do list," says Cyia Batten, designer and fashion expert, and one of the creative minds behind T.Cyia jewelry. "'Our kids come first!' we say, and I think we forget that part of good parenting is good self-care and part of good self-care means presenting yourself to

By Jennifer Kelman for SheKnows.com

Parents tend to believe that their children are well behaved and show respect to others while at school. Many will get upset and downright defensive if they are told that their child bullies other children. "Not my little angel" is a common thought among parents who may receive this news from school administrators or teachers.

These 5 signs can help parents recognize if a child is at risk for exhibiting bully behavior.

By Michelle Maffei for SheKnows.com

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By Chris Perrin for SheKnows.com

Nachos and cheese dip are pretty standard Super Bowl fare. In one way or another, some sort of cheese (or cheese-like product) gets melted down, maybe mixed with some chilies or sausages, and served with chips.

While there is certainly nothing wrong with your basic nacho arrangement, it barely scratches the surface of what is possible when cheese meets meat and heat.


MOVE OVER CHIPS AND DIP

If there is anything that the Super Bowl celebrates, it's excellence-in football, in commercials, and in game day snackage. That's why you should seriously consider serving Super Bowl fondue instead of everyday nachos at your Super Bowl party. If you do it right, your game day eats might be so good everyone will almost forget there's a game on...almost.

SUPER BOWL FONDUE

Really any cheese will work in a fondue as long as it melts reasonably well. Gruyère, emmenthaler, fontina, and butterkase are traditional, but there's no reason to stick with them. Instead, we

By Michelle Maffei for SheKnows.com

You've just spent the past few years as a stay-at-home mom and your kids are now old enough to go to school full-time. Are you considering going back to work but are nervous about how this decision will affect your family? Check out these ten reasons to go back to work after being a stay-at-home mom and let go of any mommy guilt that might be holding you back.

Contributing to the household finances is important

Even after your childcare and commuting expenses, do you come out a significant amount ahead? Going back to work after baby will not only add to your bank account, but fulfill your need to contribute to the household finances.

My children are in preschool or older

The need to stay home during your kids' school day lessens as they get older. When your kids start preschool, it may be a good time to head back to work, even if it's only part time.

I miss my professional identity

Stay-at-home-moms

By Patricia Conte for SheKnows.com

February 3, 2011 is Chinese New Year and the start of the Year of the Rabbit. Also known as the Lunar New Year, this important Chinese holiday is a time for food, family, and tradition. Here are some ways to honor the New Year and celebrate with loved ones.

SYMBOLS AND TRADITIONS

Chinese New Year, like most holidays, is filled with symbols and traditions.

To honor the Chinese New Year, people clean their houses to discard bad luck and to get ready for a fresh start in the upcoming year. They hang red decorations and banners to wish people good fortune and health, and it's customary to set off firecrackers which, according to lore, help scare away Nian - the beast that was thought to prey on people the night before the beginning of the Chinese New Year.

But really, what celebration would be complete without the wonderful food that everyone looks forward to all year long? This year, consider participating in a holiday you may not

By Jenn Klein for SheKnows.com

Sass. Disrespect. Talking back. Bad attitude. Snark. However you define it, pretty much every mom will encounter it at some point in child rearing. When trying to raise kids to have a sense of humor, yet also be respectful, sarcastic remarks pose a challenge. Perhaps little bits of snark and cheeky comments have a place in your home, but how much, where, and why needs to be addressed.

Particularly in the adolescent years, snark and sarcasm can be more than tools of dark humor to deal with various situations: They can be a way of life. Teenagers hone their sarcastic muscle to fine point precision and can hurl it like a dagger on demand. You may or may not have been using a little sarcasm and snark in your own parenting, but this higher level often can be shocking. It might be time to address your kids' snark and sarcasm -- and your own.

So, where does a kid learn snark and sarcasm? Often at home. Yes, there is a