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Mama Manifesto: The Bitter Truth About Chocolate

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The Bitter Truth About Chocolate. It's almost Halloween. My kids are already shaking with anticipation of the crazy costumes, the parties, and most importantly, the avalanche of candy to come, but for me, the thrill is gone. Last week I stumbled upon a short news item. That opened my eyes to the human cost of all that chocolate in their trick-or-treat bags - and we're not talking cavities. Buy Fair Trade and/or organic chocolate. A coalition of groups, including Green America and Global Exchange, is work...

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Mama Manifesto: Meet The Mama's: Sharon

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Meet The Mama's: Sharon. Married, mother of three, living in the beautiful San Francisco Bay area. Old enough to have seen The Police in concert when they were the new, hot band, and crazy enough then to sneak backstage.]. HOW LONG HAVE YOU BEEN ON YOUR MOTHERHOOD JOURNEY? My husband John and I met via the Internet 1998, back when online dating was still considered appropriate only for the desperate or crazy. Life in our house is crazy, hard, fun, rewarding and messy. Time (see above.) Determining wh...

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Mama Manifesto: Product Reviews/Advertising

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The Mamas are always on the lookout for the latest and greatest products and services for busy moms and families. Got something you think Mamas out there would love? If we feel the same way, we would be happy to give your product some exposure to our readers. To find out where to send samples, email us at mamamanifesto@gmail.com. Want to reach a host of saavy and well-informed readers who love to shop? Consider advertising on Mama Manifesto. TOP 5 REASONS TO ADVERTISE WITH MAMA MANIFESTO:. Mama Manifesto...

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Mama Manifesto: Meet the Mama: Heather Mattos

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Meet the Mama: Heather Mattos. We are happy to introduce our newest mama at Mama Manifesto! Heather Mattos has been a long-time reader, and we've been a longtime fan of hers, so we were thrilled when she agreed to join our team. Here's a litte more about Heather:. HOW LONG HAVE YOU BEEN ON YOUR MOTHERHOOD JOURNEY? It all started with a "happy surprise" in December of 2000. Over the past 9. WHAT IS ONE OF YOUR HARDEST “MOM MOMENTS” THAT YOU WILL ONE DAY LOOK BACK ON AND LAUGH? My youngest just weeks old.

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Mama Manifesto: meet the mama: Jessi

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Meet the mama: Jessi. We are very happy to announce we have a new mama on board! Please join us in (officially) welcoming the very funny, very inspired, Miss Jessi. Here's a bit more about Jessi:. How long have you been on your motherhood journey? I sort of stumbled into motherhood in 2006 when I tried natural family planning (aka - the rhythm method) without totally understanding how it works. Oops. But, yay! What is one of your hardest mom moments that you will one day look back on and laugh? So now, i...

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Mama Manifesto: mama love: pinterest edition

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Mama love: pinterest edition. There is no doubt that one of my favorite things to do is to check my daily Pinterest. Feed It is eye candy and provides inspiration for crafts, recipes, decorating and a little daydreaming (especially my dream kitchen on the home that I will probably never have but like to think about). Here are a few of the things I have pinned lately that make my heart swoon . I wish pinterest had been around when I still had napping babies in the house. This idea is brilliant! It will be...

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Mama Manifesto: Turn this MERRY into MIGHTY Christmas

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Turn this MERRY into MIGHTY Christmas. It is difficult to escape the heaviness that lingers in the air right now. The tragedy in Connecticut stands in heavy contrast to the "Christmas spirit" that 'tis the season. I have a 6 year old son. I am a teacher. I am entrusted these beautiful children, these souls, to instruct and shepherd as they are in my care. It is unfathomable to ponder a moment like that in my classroom. Innocence shattered. Fear unbridled. Ugliness and evil screaming out. And all the fears.

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Mama Manifesto: The Water Habit: Moving Way from Sugary Drinks

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The Water Habit: Moving Way from Sugary Drinks. Last week, I wrote a post over at Babble where I talked about the fact that my kids exclusively drink water. A lot of people replied, saying that they had difficulty getting their kids interested in drinking water. I thought I would share what has worked for us. Yes But not fruit juice. I did not mean to have that wine glass in the picture, but yes. Technically there is some occasional “fruit juice” in the house, but only for me.). Yes But not fruit juice.

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Mama Manifesto: Last Minute Mother's Day Gift Ideas -- Think Fair Trade

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Last Minute Mother's Day Gift Ideas - Think Fair Trade. It's almost Mother's Day. And if you're still shopping (or suspect that your spouse or kids haven't quite wrapped up. Gift yet) take a look at the socially responsible. Mother's Day Gift Guide over at Fair Trade USA. Certifies and promotes products that support fair wages and better lives for millions of farmers and workers in more than 70 countries worldwide. Women who work on Fair Trade Certified farms. If you live near a Whole Foods Market. I lov...

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Mama Manifesto: Negotiating Screen-Time with Kids

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Negotiating Screen-Time with Kids. It seems like I’ve been writing about screen time. Explaining the system in action over at Babble. The next day, the kids can redeem the stick with screen time. I set the timer to 30 minutes, and what's that rings, their time is up. It is simple but it works. When they decide that they wants to redeem their screen time, they turn their stick in to me. Kids can choose to use their screen time together. For example, my kids might decide to watch a. Are you comfortable wit...