<![CDATA[Real Moms]]>http://www.sheknows.com/ Thu, 18 Apr 2013 09:00:00 -0700 <![CDATA[Moms with a cause: Advocating for children through World Vision]]> http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/988691/mom-advocating-for-children-through-world-vision As a mom to two boys, Megan Lyons has become a mom with a cause through her work with World Vision, helping families and individuals sponsor children in developing nations. But, for Megan and her family, their work to advocate for children around the world goes much further than being a Child Ambassador for World Vision. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/988691/mom-advocating-for-children-through-world-vision Parenting Parenting Tips & Advice Mom & Dad Katie Kavulla Tue, 12 Feb 2013 09:00:00 -0800 <![CDATA[Moms with a cause: The moms of Cranio Care Bears]]> http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/984109/craniosynostosis-and-the-moms-of-cranio-care-bears Both moms of children who suffered from Craniosynostosis, a condition where the plates of a newborn's skull fuse together too early, Summer and Shelby have turned their experience into their cause. Through Cranio Care Bears, these moms offer never-ending amounts of support to other families going through the process of Craniosynostosis, including their famous care packages! http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/984109/craniosynostosis-and-the-moms-of-cranio-care-bears Parenting Age by Age Baby & Toddler Katie Kavulla Thu, 24 Jan 2013 09:00:00 -0800 <![CDATA[Moms with a cause: Sending dreams to Ghana]]> http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/982507/mom-co-founds-orphanage-in-ghana Kary Doerfler, mom to three teenagers and co-founder of Dreams for Orphans, discovered that she was a mom with a cause through her work as a flight attendant. And now, having raised nearly enough money to fund a new orphanage in Ghana, as well as improving education opportunities and living conditions for the children there, Kary and Dreams for Orphans is making a difference in Ghana... and beyond. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/982507/mom-co-founds-orphanage-in-ghana Parenting Parenting Tips & Advice Child Development & Health Katie Kavulla Thu, 20 Dec 2012 09:00:00 -0800 <![CDATA[Moms with a cause: A vision for Haiti]]> http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/979403/haiti-babi-blankets-help-haitian-families With a vision that is as simple as "every mom having the opportunity to care for her child," Haiti Babi was born. Started by two women who felt moved to help moms in this poverty-stricken nation, and joined by a team who is committed to making the "moms helping moms" charity model succeed, Haiti Babi includes mom of two, Cortney Anderson-Sanford, who is our featured mom with a cause. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/979403/haiti-babi-blankets-help-haitian-families Parenting Parenting Tips & Advice Mom & Dad Katie Kavulla Thu, 20 Dec 2012 08:00:00 -0800 <![CDATA[Twice is twice as nice: Two sets of twins, plus one]]> http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/979181/mom-has-two-sets-of-twins-plus-one Traci and her husband John certainly have their hands full — they have five children that are ages 6 and under, and four of those are two sets of twins. How do they manage it all? With grace and charm, and with the ability to make it look easy. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/979181/mom-has-two-sets-of-twins-plus-one Parenting Parenting Tips & Advice Mom & Dad Monica Beyer Mon, 17 Dec 2012 13:00:00 -0800 <![CDATA[Real moms remember Christmases past]]> http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/978743/moms-favorite-childhood-christmas-gift Real moms share favorite childhood Christmas memories and that one gift they'll never forget. In today’s fast-paced world, is it possible to give our children lasting, meaningful memories like these? http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/978743/moms-favorite-childhood-christmas-gift Parenting Family Fun Family Activities Mary Fetzer Tue, 01 May 2012 06:37:00 -0700 <![CDATA[Real moms share: Favorite family moments]]> http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/954991/real-moms-share-favorite-family-moments Leave it to the moms out there to create some of the best family times ever. SheKnows shares these real moms' stories about their favorite family moments. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/954991/real-moms-share-favorite-family-moments Parenting Super Moms Guide Super Moms Guide: Family Activities Molly Cerreta Smith Tue, 18 Oct 2011 00:33:00 -0700 <![CDATA[Real moms share: My go-to family lunch]]> http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/843903/real-moms-share-my-go-to-family-lunch Every mom needs a go-to midday meal she can whip up in a hurry without worrying about complaints from the kids. When you need a no-fail lunch, check out these suggestions from other real moms. http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/843903/real-moms-share-my-go-to-family-lunch Food & Recipes Family Recipes Laura Williams, M.S.Ed. Tue, 18 Oct 2011 00:15:00 -0700 <![CDATA[Real moms share: Simple snacks my kids love]]> http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/843901/real-moms-share-simple-snacks-my-kids-love As every mother knows, kids can be finicky eaters. When you need fresh ideas for kid-friendly snacks, check out these mom and kid-tested foods that are sure to satisfy even the pickiest eaters. http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/843901/real-moms-share-simple-snacks-my-kids-love Food & Recipes Family Recipes Laura Williams, M.S.Ed. Wed, 01 Jun 2011 09:34:00 -0700 <![CDATA[Real moms share: How I keep in touch with my teens]]> http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/831059/real-moms-share-how-i-keep-in-touch-with-my-teens Teens today lead busy lives between school, extracurricular activities, part-time jobs and keeping up with friends. Many drive their own cars, making it even more difficult for parents to keep track of where their teens are throughout the day. Parents have to be creative in the ways they touch base with their teens. These moms share how they keep in touch with their busy teens. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/831059/real-moms-share-how-i-keep-in-touch-with-my-teens Parenting Parenting Tips & Advice Teen Behavior Deanna Sletten Wed, 01 Jun 2011 08:20:00 -0700 <![CDATA[Real moms share: My favorite family activity]]> http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/831057/real-moms-share-my-favorite-family-activity Families today are busy with work, school and children's activities which make it difficult for them to carve out quality time together. Spending time together helps families reconnect with each other as well as create lasting memories. These moms understand the importance of family time and share their favorite family activities. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/831057/real-moms-share-my-favorite-family-activity Parenting Family Fun Family Activities Deanna Sletten Sun, 16 May 2010 12:27:00 -0700 <![CDATA[Real moms share their organization tips]]> http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/815168/real-moms-share-their-organization-tips-1 Moms are among the busiest people on the planet and among the most vocal when it comes to sharing the strategies that work for them. Real moms just like you share how they organize just about everything from their schedules, coupons and computers to baby and kid rooms. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/815168/real-moms-share-their-organization-tips-1 Parenting Super Moms Guide Super Mom Tips Suzi Milovanovic