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Chasing the Dream: Organizing your life to reach your dreams

Sarah W. Caron — Wed, 05 Sep 2012 01:00:00 -0700

Lacking organization makes life harder, pure and simple. From managing homework and schedules to keeping your business in order, it’s key to be organized so that you have time for your family — and your dreams. Maraya Pearson, author of The Home CEO’s Guide to Life: How to Live in Harmony, Health and Happiness, offers tips and ideas to better organize your life.

The Fresh Beat Band's Tara Perry opens up

Sarah W. Caron — Fri, 31 Aug 2012 14:30:00 -0700

You might know Tara Perry as Marina, the drummer from Nick Jr.'s hit show the Fresh Beat Band. But what you probably don't know is that Perry always wanted to be in show business — and moved to L.A. on her own at 19 to follow her dreams.

6 Ideas for grilled chicken

Sarah W. Caron — Thu, 06 Sep 2012 10:30:00 -0700

OK. Grilled chicken is for dinner. But now what? Start with an easy recipe for grilled chicken and turn it into something amazing with these six ideas.

Tori Spelling welcomes baby boy

Sarah W. Caron — Thu, 30 Aug 2012 21:15:00 -0700

Actress-author Tori Spelling welcomed a son on Thursday. This is the fourth baby for the 39-year-old Craft Wars host and her husband, actor Dean McDermott.

Elizabeth Banks talks motherhood, movies and her favorite Girl Scout cookies

Sarah W. Caron — Mon, 03 Sep 2012 08:00:00 -0700

Elizabeth Banks is known for her flawless appearance on the big screen, but she's also Mom to 18-month-old Felix... and a former Girl Scout.

Chasing the Dream: Make social media work for you

Sarah W. Caron — Wed, 29 Aug 2012 09:00:00 -0700

Social media allows you to connect with others like you and share and learn from them. There are so many great moms already out there using it to chat, market and more. And the best thing? It doesn’t have to take you away from your kids. Here’s how you can use social media to support your dreams and make them happen.

Chasing the Dream: Self-marketing for the time-stretched mom

Sarah W. Caron — Wed, 22 Aug 2012 09:00:00 -0700

Short on time but need to further your career? Self-marketing is a must. But for busy moms and mompreneurs, it can be a challenge to find the time. Here's how to market yourself when time is short, without taking time away from your kids.

How to make changing schools easier for kids

Sarah W. Caron — Mon, 20 Aug 2012 08:00:00 -0700

Soon, many kids will be starting school and for some this will mean a new town, new classmates or just a new school. How can you make the transition easier for kids?

Fitness classes for a busy mom

Sarah W. Caron — Tue, 14 Aug 2012 07:05:00 -0700

Have you ever wondered what all those exercises classes are like? One mom decided to find out, trying out as many classes as possible over four weeks. Here’s what she discovered.

Chasing the Dream: How this mom helps other moms achieve their dreams

Sarah W. Caron — Wed, 15 Aug 2012 00:01:00 -0700

When Gayle Bu first became an assistant at the Gap, she helped other moms who worked there with whatever they needed — even when it meant going above the call of duty. Now this working mom is a virtual assistant who makes it her business to see her clients succeed.

Louisiana school bans pregnant teens

Sarah W. Caron — Tue, 07 Aug 2012 15:20:00 -0700

A charter school in Delhi, Louisiana, is making headlines for a controversial school policy that requires students suspected of pregnancy to take pregnancy tests — and kicks students out who test positive. Does this policy have any merit?

Mom’s guide to finding the right gym

Sarah W. Caron — Wed, 15 Aug 2012 00:01:00 -0700

There are so many options for gyms today. How do you choose the right one for you? These tips will help you find the perfect mom-friendly gym.

Chasing the Dream: Be a weight loss success story

Sarah W. Caron — Wed, 08 Aug 2012 09:00:00 -0700

Have you made it one of your personal goals to lose weight? Find out how other moms have tackled their weight issues head on — and won — with these tips.

Sharpen up your mom brain

Sarah W. Caron — Tue, 07 Aug 2012 11:00:00 -0700

Just when you weren’t expecting it, the mom brain has taken over big time. Suddenly, you lose your train of thought mid sentence and often forget the simplest things that should never be forgotten. What can you do to sharpen your mom brain?

Moms spill on how much they really sleep

Sarah W. Caron — Fri, 03 Aug 2012 12:00:00 -0700

Is your sleeping normal? Find out the truth about when moms really go to bed and how much sleep they are getting from these busy moms.

Chasing the dream: How to renew your motivation

Sarah W. Caron — Wed, 01 Aug 2012 09:00:00 -0700

When you started out for your dream, you were filled with drive and ready to conquer the world. But the hard thing about going after any dream is that it takes time and effort to get there -- and when your kids need school supplies, and your dog needs his annual visit to the vet, it’s easy to let your motivation fall to the wayside in favor of your mom responsibilities. Reclaim your motivation today.

Pack a better lunch for your kids

Sarah W. Caron — Mon, 30 Jul 2012 13:00:00 -0700

School will be starting before you know it. Are you ready for all the lunch packing that will come with it? These ideas for packing healthy, nutritious lunches will come in handy.

Enough with the Grey!

Sarah W. Caron — Tue, 31 Jul 2012 12:00:00 -0700

Look, we all know about the 50 Shades of Grey phenonmenon. And that’s great. But what if you just aren’t into it? These great new books will help you see well beyond the grey.

What's the scariest part of BlogHer conferences?

Sarah W. Caron — Fri, 27 Jul 2012 11:00:00 -0700

No matter what anyone says, there is something almost shocking about the mass of bloggers who will descend on New York for BlogHer '12. It can be a little scary even. Here's what spooked some mom bloggers at past conferences - and what to do if it happens to you too.

Chasing the Dream: When others don't support your dream

Sarah W. Caron — Wed, 25 Jul 2012 09:00:00 -0700

In an ideal world, you would define your dream, tell your kids, spouse, family, friends — everyone — and be flooded with support and offers to help you get there. But let's face it: this isn't an ideal world and some people won't support you. How do you handle that? And how do you ignore the naysayers and soldier on?