BEING A MOM

Being a mom for the first time is such a wonderful experience and so overwhelming at the same time.

A look at the medical and social communities views on being a mom of AMA.

Being a mother is undoubtedly and inarguably one of the hardest, if not "the" hardest job a woman can ever do. Yet, many moms will never get the recognition they deserve. I asked a variety of mothers what the hardest part about being a mom is. Here are their answers.

Thank you to all the moms out there.

Austism affects 1 in every 150 children born in the U.S. I share my heartfelt journey of taking care of an autistic son.

Somebody once said...

This is written to my child, and yours. Mayit minister to you and your child, regardless of your age.

When I become a neophyte mom it was really hard. Now three of my kids are already teenagers. It's doubly challenging. Maybe generation gap? It is more than that I think...

The benefits and disadvantages of being a mom later in life.

Another holiday, another list of fantastic food freebies! Find out where to get Mom a free breakfast and cup of joe, and where to find free desserts to celebrate Mother's Day 2010.

The unexpected challenges a first-time mom faces in her child's first year are usually not traumatic, life-altering events - they're the everyday trials that no one prepares you for!

Being a mom is all about caring, loving and, best of all, hitting each milestone with stride. All you mothers out there know just what I am talking about. Check out these great milestones we have hit.

A funny,true story about the struggles of trying to maintain some kind of dignity while being a mother.Wondering if you've still "got it"!

Being the mom of 2 kids who have gone through the stages of infant, toddler and now small children I have to confess that it was not all it was cracked up to be, especially when it came to the toddler years.

Have you been considering having a baby of your own, being a mom? Did you evaluate to see if you are ready for children?

Many stay at home moms turn to freelance work to make an income. This is a great idea as it allows the mom to contribute to household bills and be home with her children.

There are many "how to's" on baby proofing your house that can be read online or purchased from the book store, but here are a few tips that I have found to be helpful in my many years of being a mom of 3 and a daycare provider.

We've all had to go to the store with our children. One mom tells a story on eBay while selling the cards her kids snuck into the cart and conned her into buying.

In this day and age it seems that the word "mom" has grown to have a negative conotation, one that suggests it applies only to women who wear their hair too short, their jeans too high and prefer comfortable shoes.

Moms are extremely busy these days - and that's just by being a mom! They forget to take time out just for themselves. Rest and relaxation are two things that moms desperately need.