Busy Moms

Why busy parents should schedule sex

Lisa Steinke — Tue, 21 May 2013 09:00:00 -0700

Who says a roll in the hay has to be spontaneous? In fact, life is so busy that if we don't make a bedroom appointment with our man, what's the likelihood it's going to happen?

Chic shorts outfits for stylish moms

Colleen Kratofil — Wed, 01 May 2013 00:00:00 -0700

Anyone — even busy moms — can pull off the latest trends with the right basics. Pair these shorts with the right shirt and be the most stylish mom at the playground.

10 Fun flats for moms on the go

Colleen Kratofil — Wed, 01 May 2013 00:00:00 -0700

With everything it takes to raise children, it may be hard to remember to spend time on yourself. But being busy does not have to be synonymous with dressing poorly. These 10 flats contain all the workings of a shoe that can keep up with your every demand.

How to reduce the stress of the holidays

Kori Ellis — Fri, 14 Dec 2012 14:00:00 -0800

With the countdown until Christmas in full swing, your stress levels are likely out of control. But don't let this festive time of year freak you out. With a little planning and even some downtime, you'll be ready to celebrate the holidays... sans meltdowns!

Agendas built for mom

Sarah W. Caron — Fri, 16 Nov 2012 10:00:00 -0800

Between the kids, the pets, you and maybe even your significant other, there are a lot of dates, times and deadlines to keep track of. That's why it's so important for moms to have an agenda that really speaks to them. But should you go paper or app? And what agendas are best for your family's busy schedule?

Mom story: I had 5 kids in 6-1/2 years

Julie Weingarden Dubin — Thu, 08 Nov 2012 08:00:00 -0800

Most moms’ first inclination after having five kids back-to-back probably isn’t “Hmmm, I think I’ll start a business,” but that’s exactly what Melissa Lawrence, 42, of New York, New York did with her internet resource for moms — and she’s never looked back.

When did being busy become so cool?

Katie Kavulla — Tue, 06 Nov 2012 10:00:00 -0800

It seems like lately, busy is the new black. You hear it every day from fellow moms — "we're just so BUSY." And while some families certainly do have schedules that would make your Google Calendar cry, doesn't it seem like proclaiming you're busy is just the hottest new way to tell other moms that you're doing it all?

10 Sanity and time-saving tips for moms on the go

Kori Ellis — Tue, 04 Sep 2012 20:38:00 -0700

For busy moms on the go, life can get a little chaotic at times. Make your life less hectic and keep your family organized with these sanity and time-saving tips.

Best calendars for busy moms

Kori Ellis — Tue, 04 Sep 2012 13:23:00 -0700

Between juggling your work schedule, family events and kids' activities, life can get a little hectic. You need to stay organized and on top of things or you may start to miss deadlines or important events. One thing that can really help is a good calendar.

With or without your kids: 9 Workouts that work for every mom

Charlotte Andersen — Thu, 16 Aug 2012 10:30:00 -0700

Stay fit, healthy and happy with these expert tips on managing motherhood and exercise.

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.

How to fall in love with healthy, delicious foods

Karen Hawthorne — Sat, 04 Aug 2012 12:02:00 -0700

A lot has changed for 21st-century women, but one thing hasn’t: Moms still juggle insanely busy lives and their needs usually fall last on their own list, says Columbia University-certified health coach Beth Aldrich. That includes eating — as in, really loving what you eat. Because that bag of chips you downed watching the final episode of Lost for a third time actually didn't really make you feel that good. Here's how to fall in love with delicious — and healthy — food.

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.

What I'm loving this week: 5 Great iPhone apps for busy moms

Audrey McClelland — Fri, 13 Apr 2012 08:00:00 -0700

What are the best iPhone apps for busy moms? Here's my go-to top five list!

5 Fast and fun workouts for busy moms

Michele Borboa, MS — Mon, 26 Mar 2012 12:01:00 -0700

Don’t you recall hearing the horror stories of your friends who had kids and reluctantly chucked their fitness out the window? You may have then thought that they were using motherhood as an excuse to not break a sweat and you may have even thought that you’d never let kids stand in the way of your workouts. But here you are with kids and you're seeing that finding time to exercise is an emotionally wrenching struggle. Good news: Instead of pining for those two-hour trips to the gym, simply put these five fast and fun workouts on your busy mom schedule.

Best apps for moms of 2011

Kori Ellis — Thu, 29 Dec 2011 11:00:00 -0800

Every busy mom needs a little help now and again. These cool apps will help you organize your life, save a little money and much more. Check out some of our favorite apps for moms for 2011.

Holiday cards for busy moms

Christina Holt — Mon, 19 Dec 2011 12:30:00 -0800

The holidays are upon us once again and just like last year, they came way too quickly. If you had planned on ordering holiday cards and picking up all those extra stamps but didn't get a chance, you should definitely keep reading. See how even the busiest of moms still have time to send some holiday cheer to family and friends this year -- and all for free!

Stress-busting tips for busy moms

Naomi de la Torre — Fri, 02 Dec 2011 09:30:00 -0800

Lunches packed? Check. Children bathed? Check. Peanut butter cleaned off the drapes? Check. When you are a busy mom, you do more before 9 a.m. than most people do all day. Check out these simple stress-busting tips and take time to do more than just survive the daily chaos.

Best beauty products for your cubicle

Laura Williams, M.S.Ed. — Sat, 19 Mar 2011 19:38:00 -0700

When you spend as much time at work as you do at home, you know you need a secondary supply of beauty products front-and-center in your office. To avoid looking like you have officially moved into your cubicle, choose discreet and practical beauty products that will enhance your work performance without giving your boss pause.

Fast fitness: Ten 10-minute exercises

Kendra Y. Mims — Tue, 15 Mar 2011 04:21:00 -0700

If you find your schedule packed with work deadlines, family activities and a busy social life, you may not have the extra time to spend hours at the gym whipping your body into shape. Instead of kicking your fitness to the curb, fit these ten 10-minute workouts into your day.

Your New Year household cleaning plan

Tiernan McKay — Mon, 24 Jan 2011 07:53:00 -0800

Oh, to have a full-time cleaning lady! Every mom dreams about it at one time or another. But for most of us, hiring a cleaning crew to regularly tidy up our homes is not an option. This year, combat the effects of clutter on your life by developing an easy-to-follow house cleaning schedule.