For women looking to find a coffee alternative, Lajoyce Waajid, founder of Nubian Hue Non Brew, has the perfect solution. She has developed a faux coffee using all natural ingredients including a variety of herbs and spices. With the mission to help women improve their health by reducing caffeine consumption, this mom of 3 has…
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5 Tips for Holiday Budgeting
Holiday spending has many consumers saying “bah humbug .” A national survey by Experian finds that shoppers risk debt by not budgeting properly for the holiday season ‘Tis the season to be jolly — but it’s not so jolly for many consumers, as the holidays can cause financial stress and often put consumers into debt….
CEOMOM Book Club: Teaching Kids Diversity: “Sonya Sahni and the First Grade”
Teaching diversity to children can be challenging and intimidating for parents. With the current political and social climate of America, it has become more relevant that parents take the initiative to help children understand cultural differences. Our efforts to teach diversity to kids must be intentional and strategic to ensure age appropriate understanding. Dr. Soma…
Meet Mary Cantwell: Helping Families Sleep Better
Becoming a parent brings immeasurable joy. With that joy, come sleep deprivation and the challenges of getting your child on a sleep schedule. Adequate sleep for both mom and baby is vital to maintaining optimal health; physically, mentally and emotionally. Certified Pediatric Sleep Consultant, Mary Cantwell of Rest to Your Nest, understands this all too…
Turkey on the Table: Teaching Kids Gratitude
Moms desire to give their children the best life has to offer. Yet sometimes the best doesn’t always translate into gratitude. Kerry Maunus and April George, founders of Turkey on the Table, are 2 moms who have made it their mission to teach kids across the world not only how to be grateful, but to…
Kandi Burruss: Balancing Reality, Motherhood & A Growing Empire
Actress, songwriter, music producer, reality television star, restaurateur and entrepreneur are all roles that Kandi Burruss-Tucker plays on a daily basis. It’s no wonder her impact is immeasurable in film, music and television and among her millions of fans. If you ask her what her most important roles are, she will respond without hesitation, being…
CEOMOM Book Club: Meet Annie Parnell, Author of Missy Piggle Wiggle Book Series
In 1947, Mrs. Piggle-Wiggle made her debut in a series of books centered on misbehaving children and magical cures. Although written decades ago, the stories and lessons depicted in Mrs. Piggle Wiggle are as relevant today as they were then. Annie Parnell, great granddaughter of original author Betty MacDonald, understands the sustainability of Mrs. Piggle-Wiggle’simpact on modern parenting. In collaboration…
New Breastfeeding App Improves How Moms Track Milk Production
Breastfeeding is both beneficial and rewarding for mother and baby. It is recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) that mothers breastfeed their babies for at least 12 months. The World Health Organization recommends up to 2 years for breastfeeding. As mothers work to create a breastfeeding routine that works best for them and…
Yandy Smith Talks Her New Children’s Book, “My Blended Family”
Tranquilo Mat: Changing How Mothers Soothe Babies + REVIEW
One of the greatest challenges parents of newborns face is trying to sooth a colicky or irritable baby. Known as the fourth trimester, once outside of mom’s womb, a newborn baby is getting adjusted to her new environment. With common conditions such as allergies, colic and irritability, parents often experience sleep deprivation as they fight…