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Role Mommy's Potty Training Tips

If you're the parent of a toddler and are having a hard time training your little one to ditch their diapers and start sitting on the family throne, then you won't want to miss our latest contribution to AOL Parentdish! They've just launched their Potty Central section on the site, and as fate would have it, we're one of their favorite experts in that category. Woo hoo...let's throw a potty!

To check out our off beat suggestions, visit Potty Training Central on Parent Dish today!

Posted in: News on 07/02/2009

Meet the Role Mommy Experts

Role Mommy Lifestyle Editor Melissa Chapman and her brood of three live in the urban concrete jungle of NYC. When she's not busy putting someone in a time-out, stepping on action figures, hand-feeding her dog/child or braiding hair she's trying to find indulgences that remind her of her pre-kid days when she felt sexy and no one ever called her ma'am.! But above all else, she has taken a solemn vow to never- under any circumstances succumb to slipping on a pair of mom jeans! She contributes to Time Out NY Kids and iVillage, writes a blog called This mom wouldn't be caught dead wearing mom jeans and a weekly column for the Staten Island Advance.

Sports marketing executive for the NBA by day and Mom Marketing Officer by night, Nicole Bohorad is the mom of an active toddler who writes the Fave Five baby/toddler products column for Rolemommy.com. Nicole's blog discusses how baby products can be improved to meet parents' needs better. Nicole's reviews have been featured on Goodhousekeeping.com, and it is a marketing tool for Parentville.com, a new recommendation network that will allow parents to quickly and easily find and share trusted suggestions for anything from caregivers and pediatricians to websites, products and services. Nicole plans to utilize the brand as a base for her parenting handbook proposal, a "Moms Cliffs Notes" for surviving the first two years of motherhood.

Debi Silber, MS, RD, WHC The Mojo Coach™ is a Registered Dietitian with a Master's degree in Nutrition Science. She's a Certified Personal Trainer, Whole Health Coach, Lifestyle Expert - just for moms, speaker and the author of The Lifestyle Fitness Program: A Six Part Plan So Every Mom Can Look, Feel and Live Her Best and From Mom To Wow: Your Ultimate Body, Mind and Life Makeover Guide. Debi's been branded The Mojo Coach™ because for nearly 20 years she's motivated overweight, overwhelmed and unfit moms to "get their mojo back" through gradual, lifestyle change. Sign up for a free report, 52 weeks of weekly tips and a subscription to Debi's newsletter Mojo Moments at www.TheMojoCoach.com

If you're interested in becoming a contributor to Role Mommy or if you'd like to submit a guest blog, please email us at beth@rolemommy.com.

Posted in: News, Role Mommy Contributors on 07/02/2009

How to Talk to Your Kids About Sexting

Our favorite pediatrician in the know, Dr. Gwenn has just written a great article for the American Academy of Pediatrics on the heated topic of sexting and teens.

For more information about Dr. Gwenn, tune into her Blog Talk Radio Show on Role Mommy Radio or visit her website, Pediatrics Now.

Posted in: News on 06/26/2009

Role Mommy Named Top 10 Influential Mom in the Blogosphere!

So just as we were about to power down the laptop, we found out that Role Mommy was selected by Bizzie Mommy as one of her top 10 influential moms in the blogosphere. In the words of Sally Field, "You like me, you really like me!" :)

Posted in: News on 06/11/2009

Role Mommy Kicks Off Suki Mama Mania!

Role Mommy is proud to announce that we've partnered with WPIX to help their morning anchor Sukanya Krishnan usher in motherhood in style. Sukanya has only 11 weeks left to her big day and we figured we'd give her the keys to the mommy kingdom and share the inside track on all the items she'll need to make life as a new mom a piece of cake. Plus, we'll be getting some great giveaways compliments of Babies R Us and Diapers.com so if you live in the tri-state area, tune in this Friday at 8:15 am for your chance to win!

The first order of business - Diaper Bags! We'll be unveiling some stylish bags for moms and dads compliments of Babies R Us and then, we'll share all the essentials a new mom needs when she's on the run with an infant. So without further ado, here are some of our tips:

1. Feeding Time - If you're using formula, keep a few bottles of sterilized water ready to mix with formula. You can buy pre-packaged dry formula, or measure it out and keep in a formula dispenser. If you're breastfeeding, get an insulated bottle carrier to keep it refrigerated as long as possible.  Our favorite bottles hands down are playtex nursers with drop-ins since there's no bottle washing involved when you're on the go. And you'll also need a burp cloth for spit up - keep at least 2 in your diaper bag at all times.

2. Diaper Duty - you'll need at least five diapers, scent free or hypoallergenic wipes, diaper rash cream (Butt Paste is all the rage these days), vaseline (for infants), Babyganics anti-bacterial foam cleanser and diaper disposal bags.

3. Clothing - Make sure you always have an extra outfit and onesie on hand in case your baby soils their clothes - and trust us - it will happen from both ends. And always have a hat and a pair of booties or socks in your diaper bag.

4. Soothing items - Pacifier, blanket, small plush toy - If you're out and about and your baby is getting fussy, then a pacifier will become your next best friend. Make sure you buy a "pacifier keeper" so that you can snap it on their clothes and you don't lose it! Keep extra pacifiers in a ziploc bag. And never leave home without a blanket - especially if you're going in and out of air conditioned places. Also keep a small plush toy like MiYim's new organic petite line of animals for babies or wrist rattles to keep them entertained.

5. Mom Space - Don't forget yourself. Make sure to include a separate smaller bag for your wallet, keys, tissues, lipstick, breast pads (if you're breastfeeding), a Tide pen (to erase the spit up stains) and sunglasses (you will be sleep deprived - no need for everyone to see the noticeable bags under your eyes).

Posted in: Blog, News, Role Mommy Recommends on 06/11/2009

Inside the Mommy Blogger Business

Check out this video from today's Ad Age regarding the power of mommy bloggers.

Posted in: News, PR 101 for Moms on 06/08/2009

Links We Love

If you like what you see at Role Mommy, then how about sharing a little link love? Visit the Links We Love page and grab the code for our logo and embed it on your site. Then email us at beth@rolemommy.com with a link to your blog or website and we'll return the favor!

Today's link of the day goes to our friends at My Work Butterfly - an inspiring online community for career minded women.

Posted in: News on 05/23/2009

Top 10 Podcasts for Busy Moms

Thanks to Bizzie Mommy, Role Mommy Radio made their top 10 list for top shows for today's entrepreneurial moms. Also featured was Role Mommy Radio host Jessica Smith, founder of Jessica Knows.

Thanks Stephanie...more good news to come!

Posted in: News on 05/13/2009

The Role Mommy Fave Five

Hot off the presses is our latest fave five for moms.

1. Get me a donut...stat! Was in Dunkin Donuts with my daughter tonight picking up three dozen donuts for my son's 7th birthday school shindig and guess what I found out? They just started posting calorie counts for donuts, bagels and muffins and what I saw, shocked and amazed me. The calorie count on a reduced fat muffin has more than double the amount of calories of a chocolate frosted donut (500+ calories vs. 230 calories). Guess I know what I'm having for breakfast tomorrow when I pick up my medium hazelnut with skim and a splenda.

2. Free ticket Giveaway for Four - Bob the Builder in New York City. Thanks to the folks at Madison Square Garden, we're offering free tickets to the May 30 performance of Bob the Builder at the Beacon Theater. Bob the Builder LIVE! Spud's Big Mess is a singing, dancing, building extravaganza, starring Bob the Builder, his business partner Wendy, trusty machine team members Scoop, Dizzy, Lofty and Scrambler, along with other favorite friends from Sunflower Valley including the mischievous scarecrow Spud, Farmer Pickles, Mayor Bentley and more! The 90-minute stage show includes ten original songs and promotes positive messages of caring for the environment, recycling, teamwork, cooperation and, of course, the importance of a can-do spirit. Just comment on tonight's Fave Five if your child is a Bob the Builder fan and you could be a winner. And, if you'd like to purchase tickets, you can also buy one ticket and get one free. Click on this link and use the promotional code: HAMMER.

3. Virgin America Rocks the Air. Just returned from a flight from Los Angeles to NYC and have to say, I am loving Virgin America. From reasonably priced tickets, to flights that left on time; to technology offerings that range from ordering food, chatting with a seatmate, selecting your own music playlist and ordering movies on demand. Let's not forget the wi-fi and the regular TV too. If you're taking a cross country trip, then give Virgin America a whirl.

4. The Biggest Loser Finale - Stayed up late tonight to catch the winner of my favorite reality weight loss show - The Biggest Loser. Don't want to spoil it for my friends on the west coast but here's a hint - it's a she and she's 48 and looks amazing! Motivation enough for me to hit the gym in the morning. But first, it's time to hit the hay.

5. Want to win a Mitsubishi flat screen television? Well, all you have to do is visit the Woman's Day website and enter to win. Wait a second...now that's an offer I need to check out myself - my TV's are still trapped in the 90's.

Posted in: News, Role Mommy Fave Five on 05/12/2009

Role Mommy Makes Associated Press!

Check out this story from the Associated Press regarding mommy blogging and product reviews.

Posted in: News on 05/11/2009

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