WHY IS MICHELLE QUITTING ACTING?!? (MNShow 29)

February 9, 2012

QOTW: What’s your work/life balance? Are you a full time SAHM? Do you work in an office? What would be your ideal?

14 Pounds of Joy; Natural Tips to Induce labor; and Michelle Williams’ Mothering Love. It’s episode 29 of the Mama Natural Show.

This week’s giveaway is from Sew Me a Memory, a boutique clothing for girls of all ages. Seamstress Debbie Boren brings fresh, comfortable and stylish designs to her lovely children’s apparel. One lucky winner will receive a $30 gift certificate for her store.

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8 Signs It’s Time To Strip Your Cloth Diapers

February 7, 2012

If you’re a long term cloth diaperer, you know how important it is to strip your diapers. But when do you do it? Here are 8 signs that it’s time

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YOUR NATURAL COLD REMEDIES!?! (MNShow 28)

February 2, 2012

QOTW: What are YOUR tips or tricks to combat the common cold?

A shocking diagnosis, the million boob rally, and tips & tricks for the common cold. It’s episode 28 of the Mama Natural Show.

Here’s the Great Nurse-In’s Facebook page.

This week’s giveaway is from Barlean’s, who make the #1 best selling supplement in America. One lucky mama will win a 16 oz. bottle of their classic Flax Oil, as well as a 16 oz. bottle of their Omega Swirl. Barlean’s Flax Oil is fresh, raw, and organic, and their Omega Swirl is an omega-3 sensation with the taste and texture of a fruit smoothie. Yum yum!

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Sh*t Crunchy Mamas Say

January 31, 2012

It’s here! Written by natural mamas just like YOU. Inspired by “Sh*t Girls Say” and “Sh*t New Age Girls Say.”

If you enjoy this, please share via the “Like” or “Tweet” buttons below. XOXO!

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YOUR GROSSEST PARENTING MOMENT (MNShow 27)

January 26, 2012

QOTW: What is the grossest thing you’ve encountered as a parent?

Eye candy for pregnant mamas; top 7 super foods; and the good, the bad and the gross. It’s week 27 of the Mama Natural Show.

This week’s giveaway is from PillowMob! TWO lucky winners will win $25 gift cards, good for a puffy pillow of your funny face, shipping included!

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Top 10 Signs You’re Breastfeeding a Toddler

January 24, 2012

Here’s a fun collaboration I did with my friend Stephanie from the frowniebrown86 channel on YouTube.

Breastfeeding a toddler is pretty different than breastfeeding a newborn. Let her and I show you.

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WEIRD PREGNANCY CRAVINGS! (MNShow 26)

January 19, 2012

QOTW: What were your weird pregnancy cravings? Do you think they were emotional or biological?

Funny Parenting Products; A Pop Star’s cravings for Pop Tarts, and an Autism study supports parents’ expertise. It’s week 26 of the Mama Natural Show.

This week’s giveaway: a $25 iTunes gift card, perfect for downloading any music, movies, or books.

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Breastfeeding the older baby

January 17, 2012

I’m a huge extended breastfeeding advocate, and plan on nursing Griffin as long as he wants to.

When he was first born, I found so many awesome books and online resources about breastfeeding. I learned about the proper latch, the appropriate amounts and times to nurse (any and all times!), the best breastfeeding positions, etc.

Griff and I sailed through nicely for the first 8 months because, up to that point, he really wasn’t eating a ton of solids.

Once he did start incorporating food, he dropped his afternoon feeding. Like any first time mom, I started wondering… “was this OK?” I then started looking for books and online sources to learn more about the process of weaning.

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CELEBRITY BABY BOOM! (MNShow 25)

January 12, 2012

QOTW: How would you feel about having twins? Would you love it? Would you feel overwhelmed?

Hollywoodʼs Baby Boom, Blossom Writes an Attachment Parenting Book, and Twin Babies Are Multiplying. Itʼs episode 25 of the Mama Natural Show.

This week’s giveaway: a $35 gift certificate from Eco Chic Baby, a modern family boutique. Click to see how they can enrich your pregnancy, birth, and parenting journey.

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Beyonce DID Give Birth Naturally! Woo-Hoo, Baby Blue!

January 9, 2012

Beyonce had a natural childbirth on Saturday, January 7th, 2012. This is fantastic news. I’m so happy for her and Jay Z and baby Blue Ivy Carter!

Four months ago I did a Mama Natural Show called Beyonce’s natural childbirth. And obviously she was listening!

Just kidding.

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