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» Welcome To University Of Mom! |
 We are a diverse group of women and men in all stages of parenting. We offer parenting information from moms and dads, single parents, blended families, step parents and adoptive parents. If you are already a parent or are expecting or trying to conceive, we are here to share, laugh, learn and graduate Parenting 101 with high honors! Come join the Parenting Board that has everything you need.
Our mission statement is simple. Supporting parents from all corners of the earth who are doing the most important job in the world; raising happy, healthy and confident children.
We believe in the importance of family and we also understand the need for a virtual night out when the children are fast asleep.
Visit our message board if you want to share ideas, ask questions, vent and bond with others who are walking along that same parenting path. Check out our book forum for the latest book reviews; our "Ramen Noodles" freebie forum for great giveaways; the arcade has every game you can imagine; don't miss out on our contests and competitions for your chance to win great prizes. We also have BLOGS!! Start your own or enjoy reading others!
 So, grab your favorite beverage, get comfortable and join us! This will be the only Parenting Board you'll ever need! If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us:
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» The Power of Laughter |
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Apr 02, 2009 - 2:09 AM - by Vi
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 When’s the last time you had a good laugh? Take a moment to relive the good feelings that come with real laughter.
We pay money to laugh. At the movies and a comedy clubs. We stay up to catch the jokes on late night talk shows. We delight in finding something funny in our lives to laugh at. When we laugh, we get pleasure. What a joy! What a blessing!
Certainly there are times when life presents major challenges when we need to act clearly, but behaving responsibly and efficiently doesn’t preclude humor and light-heartedness. In fact, a flexible, fluid, upbeat approach and attitude is crucial to being effective and creative in our lives.
Laughter, play, spontaneity and improvisation are integral aspects of being human, healthy, happy—and successful. Tribal peoples laugh, sing, chant, drum, dance and act out stories as basic ways to relate socially, to make individual and collective decisions, and to achieve their goals in daily life.
Inspiration and breakthrough are often born from the spirit of playfulness and exuberance. A spontaneous wink, a funny smile, a comic gesture can facilitate change and harmony in the most blocked situation. Through conscious merriment our spirit can emerge and work its magic.
Take a Tip from the Kid In You
Preschool... [Read More]
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» Emotional Management For Single Moms |
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Feb 21, 2009 - 4:06 PM - by Vi
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Emotional Management For Single Moms - The Top 7 Tips to Help You Work With Your Emotions
By Louisa Chan
(Publisher's Note: Being a single Mom can wreck havic on your emotions. The information provided in this article will help you in bringing your emotions under control.)
Single mothers often find themselves experiencing heightened states of emotion as they try to make ends meet while taking care of family, work and the children all on their own. Emotions are powerful and you want to know how to work with them to your advantage.
Single moms often find themselves experiencing heightened states of emotion as they try to make ends meet while taking care of family, work and the children all on their own. Emotions are powerful and you want to know how to work with them to your advantage. Here are the top 7 tips for managing your emotions:
Tip 1 - Pen Down Your Emotions - When you feel emotions getting the better of you, pen down your thoughts and emotions. The physical act of getting it down on paper and reading it out loud help you process the emotions and things get clearer. You see why you are affected and understand what triggers to look out for as you begin to deal with the source causing you the stress.
Tip 2 - Nice Hot Cup of Herbal Tea - There... [Read More]
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 Meet The Staff - Dream |
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Dec 07, 2007 - 5:49 PM - by Dream
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Hi, I'm Mary, I am a 42 year old Single Mom to 4 Great kids.(well sometimes they are great .) I have embraced my 40s, I find that I finally know myself,and feel comfortable in my life.
My Kids are The most important thing in my life. I have a 15yo daughter,and three sons ages 14,11, and 9. They sure keep me busy especially since I have sole custody and they are with me 24/7.
I am very proud to be on Staff here at UofMom. This is a place to laugh, cry, vent, whatever you need to do. There is always someone who has either been there or that will be there to lend an ear.The members on this board all have different life experiences and contribute... [Read More]
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» Student Of The Month |
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UofMom Student of the month
I am Colleen. I live between Cleveland and Akron Ohio. I have been married to DH Rob since 2001. We have a son who turned three in February. We also have an Alaskan Malamute dog, an american short hair cat, a mixed long hair cat, and a goldfish named Otto. I love reading, traveling, and anything that makes my son smile. We are suckers for pets too!
We asked colleenz a few questions and here are her answers:
Did you always know that you always want to be a mother? No - not until I was between 25 and 30.
What is your most challenging moment of the day? THE SCALE!!!
What is your favorite saying when disciplining your children? (PG rated of course!) You have to the count of three ...ONE...
How does UoM help you survive the day? It helps me laugh and know that I am not alone in my frustrations.
Funny Facts about our SOTM!
My dress size is 12, but I am working on it.
I use Crest, but not with the spin brush - that scares me.
Once, when I was fourteen I shoplifted candy with my friend Linda. We got BUSTED by the store security guard! Crafty Linda called her neighbor who pretended they were our parents and we got off scot free! Still - it freaked me out and I never did it again.
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» "Power Positive" by Bajita |
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Jan 02, 2009 - 11:34 PM - by Sandy
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Intro:
 I love to drive. I do some of my best thinking while headed down the interstate for hours. Sometimes, I have so many ideas running through my head that I have to grab a napkin while at a rest area to jot them down just so that I can think about something else.
This past weekend, I spent the 3 hours of highway stretching out in front of me pondering optimism and pessimism. Why is it that so many people tend to have a negative outlook? What are the results of continued pessimism? More importantly, how can they change when they are surrounded by the negativity of other people? I decided the answer is simple. We make this change like any other, one step at a time and one day at a time. We don’t have to live with a permanent frown.
This particular thought process brought me to the decision to write a series of articles on optimism, which I would like to call “Power Positive”.
Please understand, I am not a counselor, therapist or any sort of religious guru. I am just a normal person who likes to think and write. It is my belief that if I can help one person gain some perspective, then I consider this a worthy cause. Also, if you would like to discuss any topic further, feel free to PM me on the message board.
Power Positive: Part 1: “The Importance of Persistence”
Happy New Year Everyone!
With the beginning of every New Year, we hear lots of people talk... [Read More]
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