Welcome to 'Mommy's Hood' where it's all about you fabulous mommas out there! This is where we celebrate Mompreneurship and also provide you with some great parenting resources. At 'Mommy's Hood you will find some of my favorite parenting books, interesting online articles, as well as some websites that I love, so I hope you enjoy and thanks for stopping by! XOXO

 

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Mompreneurs

Lisa Graystone is the Owner/Stylist of Evolution Vintage, an online eBoutique with Vintage clothing and accessories as well as designer re-sale items. The premise of Lisa's business is to empower and inspire women. Lisa pushes fashion boundaries and builds self esteem through fashion. She is the mother of two small children, an 8 week old boy and a 3.5 year old girl and she's also a step-mother to two older children, ages 8 & 12. Lisa has several celebrity clients and continues to build her clientele of fashionable women around the globe. She is a stylist, consultant, and writer. See her blog: Evolution Revolution.

Andrea Festa Zembelis is the proud owner of Lala's Cookie Jar, which is named after her daughter. Andrea loves candies, cookies, and party planning, so launching her business was the perfect way to combine all of her passions. Lala's Cookie Jar creates a wide variety of decorated cookies and tailors to company logos, designs, party themes, and special occasions. Also check out Andrea's Sugar Rush for stylized dessert bars, cupcakes, cookies, cakepops, mini cakes, and more! Visit lalascookiejar.com to see what magical desserts they can create just for you!

Nina Rappaport-Rowan first launched Kimochis™ in November of 2008. As a mother herself (to a son), Nina hopes that with the help of Kimochis™ parents will be able to teach their children about empathy, kindness, resilience, and gratitude. Kimochis™ can assist in bridging connections and opening up communication with children. Nina is definitely a busy mom as she is also a leader in the field of animation. She is the Executive Producer of the blockbuster hit 'Despicable Me' and Producer of the 1998 Academy Award winning Best Animated Short Film, 'Bunny.' Nina is known for her expert knowledge of computer animation and her skill in developing teams that can tackle innovative and complex CG projects. She is primarily known as a Producer in the family entertainment industry overseeing children's books, animated feature films and animated TV projects. To find out more about Kimochis™ go to www.kimochis.com!

Michele Nelson philosophy is, "See a Need and Fill It," and that's exactly what she does with her company Floral Compliments. Floral Compliments is the last stop in your "go-to" for accessories. Michele specializes in everything from bridals to everyday fashion accessories, to even home decor too! Her flowers are made out of ribbon using century old techniques that has lasted through generations. Floral Compliments can solve anyone's accessory frustrations. Michele understands that everyone has their own idea of what the perfect accessory is and so Floral Compliments aims to fulfill just that. Michele has two fabulous children who are her inspiration. They are 11 and 7, and she says they are "magical and full of wonder." To find out more info on Michele's beautiful designs go to floralcompliments.net.

Shannon Wyszynski says that after she had her second child she would often find herself running around retrieving sippy cups, bottles, snacks, and every other motherhood survival tool. However, Shannon never seemed to have everything she would need. This inspired her invention of The HippMama, the stylish and chic tool belt for moms! The HippMama is the practical yet chic way of carrying all of your mommy/baby essentials at an easy reach, around your hips! The belt is designed with five pouches and can carry everything from bottles to cellphones, sippy cups to snacks to keys! You can literally leave that messy diaper bag behind because yes it can even carry a diaper and wipees too! Check out The HippMama!

Meghan Fien is a proud mom to three boys. When her youngest started preschool this year, she decided to expand her creativity through her love of baking. She always made cupcakes for friends and family in the past, but when one of her best friends saw the first batch of "Posh Pops" Meghan had made, she said "You have to sell these!" So with the help of Meghan's husband Ryan, Posh Pops was officially born! To order Posh Pops click HERE.

Valérie Susskind is a fashionista mommy of three. She was born and raised in Paris, France where she was surrounded by haute couture fashion. She has since moved to New York and has earned her MBA at the NYU Stern School of Business after which she spent 5 years marketing cosmetics and fragrances for luxury brands. Valerie has now taken her expertise and passion for fashion to create TreZ’Unique, a stylish line of children's clothing inspired by her two daughters and son. TreZ’Unique is fashionable and trendy, yet traditional and classy too. TreZ’Unique provides comfort, functionality, beauty, and fun in all they have to offer. Visit TreZ’Unique at www.trezunique.com.

Laura Hamrick from Westerville,Ohio is a wife, mom to three boys, inventor & Mompreneur!  She created OnTray, which effortlessly attaches to your shopping cart, so that you can have snacks, crayons, or small toys easily on hand when shopping with your little ones! It's also great for holding coupons or a small calculator. It's BPA free & made in the USA!

Valerie Crombar just graduated her last child from high school, but still has a full schedule as the CEO and Owner of Sweet Peaches Bedding and Accessories!  This mompreneur takes pride in offering the most popular baby and children's bedding products and designs. In addition to quality customer care and exceptional custom children's bedding, Sweet Peaches Bedding also donates a portion of their profits each month to a children's charity.
 

Mompreneur Shawn Nelson is a mom to an 8 year old little girl and 7 year old twin boys!  She owns a hand stamped jewelry business called Urban Sparrow.  She custom creates trendy and hip hand stamped pieces and even has had some celebrity clientele too!

Calling all Momtrepreneurs! If you're a mom entrepreneur,
then I want to speak to you! Please contact me.

Mommy/Baby Resources

Books

 

Articles
Homeschool Rock By Dana Loesch
Potty Training Readiness Check List Reviewed By Sarah Pearson, MD, September 2006
Car Seat Recommendations By Healthy Children Organization
Healthy Eating Reviewed By Mary L Gavin, MD, February 2009
Taming Toddler Temper Tantrums By Ask Dr. Sears
3 Day Potty Training By Lora Jensen
How Do I Answer My Toddler's Questions About Private Parts? By Misc
ADHD: What Parents Should Know By FamilyDoctor.org
How TV Affects Your Child Reviewed by: Mary L. Gavin, MD October 2008  
5 Questions to Ask When Looking at Preschools By Lisa Gubernick
The Spanking Debate - Parents Magazine
How to Perform CPR - Parent Magazine
The Effects of Divorce on Children: A Potential Cause for Bedwetting by Carma Haley Shoemaker
The Co-Sleeping Debate By Dr. William Sears, Babytalk
Mom vs. Toddler By Stephanie Wood, Parenting.com

Websites
babychix.com offers a unique line of products with gift giving and entertaining in mind. The best part about it is that part of the proceeds goes to children around the world through H.O.P.E.
jcleemassagetherapy.com provides a whole body solution through their various massage therapy treatments including infant massage. They also offer classes too!
thelindsaylist.com- This is a fun blog for moms! It's a place where Lindsay says tools, tips, gripes and experiences are bursting to escape! Lindsay's blog covers everything from celebrity/pop culture to parenting/relationship topics, to fashion, to recipes, to mommy blogger interviews. So make sure to go see what has made Lindsay's list for today!
mommytomommy.tv - This is a very popular webisode series produced and hosted by Parenting Expert and Author, Kimberley Blaine, alongside other well-known Internet mompreneurs as her co-hosts. Mommy to Mommy TV celebrates from coast to coast and around the world, Multi-Media Moms, Comedians, Bloggers and Mom Entrepreneurs! The webisode series focuses on relationships, health, child-rearing, social media, along with product highlights, services, and news to improve the quality of life for moms. My webisode that I co-hosted with Kimberley on Mommy to Mommy TV will air in February!
pregnancy.org - Great information with cool Pregnancy Calendar.
pregnancyweekly.com - This also has good information and you can keep a personal pregnancy journal on it once you become a member. (Membership is free).  This website is also part of Parenting Weekly.
babycenter.com -This website also tracks your's and the baby's development.
thefunkystork.com - A website for Expectant Fathers
imperfectparent.com - A website rich in blogs, columns, features, news, and tips for the everyday parent! 
threelollies.com - This is where you can buy Preggie Pops or Queasy Drops.  They are all natural and help with your nausea once that starts to develop.  Like I said before, Gingerale or any Ginger products, such as Ginger Cookies help too.
lilaguide.com - Lila Guide is a great national go-to website for baby products, baby stores, baby shops, and parenting resources.  Just plug in your city, state, or zip code to see what local places, activities, or parenting advice is available for you.
wholesomebabyfood.com - If you're a mommy who prefers to make your own baby food rather than use store bought baby food then this is the place for you! You will find baby food recipes, tips, and so much more on this website!
parenting.com - You can't step into a pediatrician's office or OBGYN without seeing this popular magazine on the table. It's "The" go-to parenting and baby magazine and you can now access it right online too!
truebluematch.com - The True Blue Match website matches parents to other parents in their area who have similar parenting styles, personalities and interests. The point is to gain new friendships and it's always great to have a support system of other parents around you...And best of all, it's FREE of charge!

Hands Off My Belly
by Shawn A. Tassone and Kathryn Landherr

Happy Chaos
 by Soleil Moon Frye

Belly Laughs
by Jenny McCarthy

The Mother of All Pregnancy Books
by Ann Douglas

 

 

Ina May's Guide to Childbirth 
by Ina May Gaskin

Ina May's Guide to Breastfeeding
by Ina May Gaskin

The Mominatrix's Guide to Sex
by Kristen Chase

Family Finance
by Ann Douglas

 
       

Emotional Coaching Book
by Kimberley Clayton Blaine

The Birthday Questions
by Jeff Anderson

Good Parent Good Child Book Series:'Good Night'
by Stephanie Donaldson-Pressman, Robert Pressman and Rebecca Jackson

The Happiest Baby on The Block
by Dr. Harvey Karp

Matilda and Maxwell's Good Night
by Stephanie Donaldson-Pressman and Lisa Petty

The Organized Mom
by Stacey Crew

Baby Notes
by
Jennifer L Cowart
The 90 Minute Baby Sleep Program
by Polly Moore, PHD
DVDs        

Bunny Playdate directed & written by ten year old Jalen Jones. This film was created by kids for kids. Nationwide Release Date June 14, 2011

 
   

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