Mamma Works

I don't usually tell you flat out what the "best of" something is without comparing it to something of equal attributes, but I had to bend the rule for this post.  My friend, Melissa, gave me this hand soap for my birthday, and it is the best all-natural hand soap I have EVER used!   Here's the list of things not included in the ingredient list: No parabens, No synthetic dyes or fragrances, No triclosan (which happens to be a pesticide and is in most antibacterial soaps--YUCK!, No phthalates, No PEGS, No petroleumderived ingredients, No animal-derived ingredients. This soap is gluten-free and vegan. This is the best smelling soap in the entire world. Every time I wash my hands I have to smell them. They smell like pure peppermint. After I smell them I feel invigorated. It's like getting my hands clean and aromatherapy at the same time. The price for this soap is at a higher price point than I usually like, however, it's not outrageous for all t...

Every mother knows that potty training is a stressful time for parents and children alike.  However, with some preparation, the generally traumatic time can be made easier for all. That's how I started this post let's see, um, four years ago!  Yes, this topic has remained in my Draft box for 4 years!  I guess it's not as easy as I originally thought.  However, since number 2 is on his way to going #2 on the potty, I thought it was time to revisit the topic. My first child was a dream to potty train.  Here's the scenario, "DS, you want to go on the Big Boy potty?"  DS said, "Yes, mommy." And he went.  Of course, we had some minor accidents, but for the most part, he caught on like a pro. Now, #2, he's an entirely different story.   Me:  "#2, want to go potty on the Big Boy Potty?" #2:  "No." OK, so I wait about a week and try again. Me:  "#2, want to go potty on the Big Boy Potty like Daddy and Big Brother? #...