Busy Mom’s Online posted an interesting article about the online tools Digital Moms are using to enjoy the internet and stay connected with each other.

Moms, does cabin fever have it’s grip on you? 

Are you ready to climb the walls or break out? 

We’ve got your winter blues solution!  You need some ‘girlfriend time’ and you need it bad!

The first annual Winter Conference (February 21-23) features 18 Moms each sharing a message of fun, encouragement and inspiration.

Sponsored by Mom’s Radio Network, the virtual event is totally free and can be attended by telephone or by web conference room. 

Visit the site to register today!
http://www.momsradionetwork.com

My brother moved his family out into the country and even though crime is not as common in the boonies, my sister was very uncomfortable about being at home alone with her babies so far away from town.

My brother’s answer was to install a home security system, complete with monitoring and loud sirens.  I don’t know if it made her any more comfortable about being so far from others but it did give her a sense of peace knowing that she would know if anybody tried to enter the house.

Wouldn’t a Security System be the coolest family Christmas gift? Well.. maybe for New Years?  You can get the Laser Shield security systems at Kmart, Home Depot, Sears and other home stores. 

Do you keep up to date on financial news and trends?  Raising a family, especially adding a new baby can create a lot of stress for your household income.  It’s important to stay informed so that you can make the best decisions about your spending.

The Thrify Scot can help you with everything from credit cards, secured loans, mortgages, savings accounts and home insurance.

I don’t know about you but I don’t use credit cards and the only loans I have are for my car and house - but I’m starting to put money away for retirement and I can always save money on insurance if the option comes up.

I’m trying to be more informed but it’s hard.  The topic isn’t too exciting - at least not until I get a few thousand earning for me!

Cheryl Lage is mom to fraternal twins and she is going to be sharing a regular segment with Baby Talk Radio listeners where she will get to give us a peak into the life of a family with double everything.

Her first segment airs this week so stay tuned!

You knew things would change once the baby was born, but didn’t quite grasp how much they would change.  Now you find yourself thinking about situations in entirely different light.

Walking your new baby in a stroller is great exercise for you and the fresh air is fantastic for you both.  Nonetheless before you take off for a walk there are a few considerations to ensure you are prepared to keep the both of you safe.

If at all possible walk with another adult or walk inside a mall where there are lots of people.  It’s just safer.  Always carry a well charged cell phone.   Do not talk on the phone while you are walking.

Some people feel safer talking to someone on the other end of the phone while they walk.  However your are unable to focus on your surroundings.  You need to have domain awareness at all times.  Constantly look in all directions.  If you’re talking on the phone, you’re distracted.

Carry a whistle with you.  There are many that are bracelet style and have stretchy cords for easy carrying.  If someone decides to attack you or take your baby, you need to make some noise – and lots of it.  Additionally, blowing a whistle directly into the perpetrator’s ears will cause some damage.

If you’re in danger do not yell “Help!  People, unfortunately do not want to get involved.  You’re much better off screaming “My Baby!” or “Fire!”  Both of those will illicit more assistance than “help”.

Attitude is everything.  Even if you have to fake it until you make it – pretend you are not fearful of anything.  Hold your head high as you walk.  If someone passes you look them directly in the eye and say “Hi”; walking with your head down only signals that you are fearful and weak.

Being a new mommy carries with it an awesome responsibility.  Don’t be fearful and don’t be careless – you’ll settle into motherhood just fine! 

Your days of hopping in the car for a quick run to the store are gone – now that you’re a mom.  Now that you have a new baby almost everything you do, you’ll have to think about it in a different light.

As you enter and exit stores consider these simple steps. Avoid parking next to a van.  The extra effort could save your life.  A van is a large object that could block the view of any wrong doing.

As you walk to and from your vehicle, hold your keys so that the pointy key part is sticking out from your first and second finger.  If someone approaches you from behind, you can easily turn around to poke out an eye or scratch the neck or face with the key.

Never leave your baby in the cart alone – even for a few seconds.  Keep your hands on the cart at all times.  It does not matter that you have the cart and the baby in view.

No matter how much you would love a hand from a well meaning stranger, do not accept. If someone tells you that you just dropped some money – keep walking. That trick has been used before to get women to stop long enough to be snatched.

If you end up in an elevator with someone, look that person directly in the eye and comment on something about their physical description.  Say “my husband has deep green eyes like yours.”  Or “did that tattoo hurt?”  Asking such questions lets the other person know that you could identify them.  They’ll think twice before following through on any previous plans to cause you harm.

There is no need to be fearful of shopping trips.  Just be smart and don’t let yourself be a victim.

Yes, You can read Baby Talk Radio… we’re slowly transcribing and publishing our transcripts on the site for those who cannot listen - or want to go back and learn more about something that has been shared on the show.

You can find these show’s transcribed so far:

http://www.babytalkradio.com/babies-and-pregnancy-060506.htm

http://www.babytalkradio.com/babies-and-pregnancy-061206.htm

http://www.babytalkradio.com/babies-and-pregnancy-061506.htm

 

Lots of parents blog about a new baby, but what if you took things a step farther and used the fun technology of podcasting to share your excitement and joy with friends and family far and wide with a Baby Podcast?

Baby Talk Radio has created a Guide that will show you how you can set up a podcast without spending a cent.  It’s free with your Baby Talk Radio membership.

 

If you’re a iTunes user like I am, you can now subscribe to the Baby Talk Radio podcast via iTunes by visiting this link.