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How to buy a domain name for your baby

Kim Grundy — Tue, 28 Aug 2012 13:00:00 -0700

How do you buy a domain name for your baby or child? Today’s parents want to reserve their child’s domain name, such as www.EllaSmith, to protect their name in cyberspace and to have control over their digital identity. Find out the steps to take to buy a domain name for your baby.

Top 5 must-read craft blogs

Sarah Brooks — Fri, 24 Aug 2012 06:02:00 -0700

With thanks to Pinterest, crafts and DIY projects are off the charts. Handmade crafts are a great way to customize your home, bond with your kids, personalize a gift and simply entertain yourself! After a lot of research, we've found the best of the best crafting blogs to share with you! Trust us, you won't want to miss these.

Should I blog anonymously?

Kit @ Blogging Dangerously — Wed, 24 Aug 2011 07:17:00 -0700

In this installment of Tough Love, Kit from Blogging Dangerously offers tips on starting a blog.

Should I start a pregnancy blog?

Scary Mommy — Fri, 19 Aug 2011 07:00:00 -0700

In this installment of Tough Love, Jill of Scary Mommy offers tips on starting a blog, self-censorship and how to deal with weirdos in general.

BlogHer Conference: A networking guide for new bloggers

Sarah W. Caron — Wed, 27 Jul 2011 08:52:00 -0700

Heading to the BlogHer Conference? Bloggers from all over the world will be attending, and networking at the event. Find out how to network and make the most of your BlogHer experience.

6 Reasons your kid should blog

Michelle Maffei — Thu, 07 Jul 2011 13:40:00 -0700

Moms aren't the only ones blogging up a storm. Kids as young as elementary school are hitting the blog scene -- and it's a good thing! Should you let your child learn how to blog and post his personal perspective for all to see? From teaching technology to providing a creative outlet, discover the six reasons your kid should start a blog of his very own.

10 Blogs for special needs parents

Abbi Perets — Tue, 07 Jun 2011 11:34:00 -0700

Connecting with other parents is a great way to feel less alone and more connected. And if you’re the parent of a child with special needs, the internet can be an amazing tool for finding other parents sharing your special journey. Here's a roundup of some of the best blogs for special needs parents.

5 Best budget fashion blogs

Erica Mayyasi — Tue, 04 Jan 2011 09:04:00 -0800

Fashion blogs are fabulous, but sometimes high fashion gets a little tiresome to lust after. If you're in the mood for some byte-sized style reading but don't want to constantly be lusting after things out of your price range, then a budget fashion blog is on your docket. Here are our picks for the top five.

Mommy bloggers balance writing and privacy

Sarah W. Caron — Mon, 24 May 2010 12:00:00 -0700

Can moms who want to blog have it all -- the freedom to write what they want, the foresight to keep their family safe and the power to connect with their readers? It's a complicated question and a complicated issue that different women approach in unique ways.

How to start a family blog

Tiernan McKay — Thu, 29 Apr 2010 11:30:00 -0700

Why should you start a family blog? In this age of cyber-communication, the days of handwritten notes sharing news of little Johnny's first steps or baby Jane's first words are fading quickly. Blogging has become the new preferred form of communication for sharing family updates. It's a quick and easy way to keep loved ones informed, and the best part? Anyone can do it. If you've been resisting the blogging bandwagon, now is the time to jump on board.

Mommy bloggers share their photography secrets

Sarah W. Caron — Fri, 23 Apr 2010 19:37:00 -0700

Want to take better photos? We asked mommy bloggers from around the Web to share their tips and tricks for taking great photos. These women take and share many fabulous photos every week, so they have plenty of expertise to offer! Here's a look.

The hidden dangers of blogging

Abbi Perets — Mon, 19 Apr 2010 06:40:00 -0700

When parents blog, do kids get hurt? In your quest for comments and recognition, have you cast off the cloak of anonymity that once protected your writing? In other words, what would happen if your kids read your blog and found out how you really feel?

The many benefits of starting a blog

Lori Wilson — Thu, 29 Jan 2009 12:33:00 -0800

Blogging is a great way to share your perspective on any number of topics: your ideals and interests, a weight loss journal, celebrity news, or even your personal tips for people looking to travel the world. And just like how "a book" can mean anything from the yellow pages to a sensational fiction novel, "a blog" can mean many, many different things.

Why do you read blogs?

Ashtyn Evans — Tue, 23 Oct 2007 05:41:00 -0700

Do people really keep blogs to get sex?