TODAY’S MUST READS

Clean Air: Duh…It’s a Must!
Clean air an issue of our time and when somebody mentions air pollution, most people automatically think of the outdoor air. However, due to the pollutants that are already lurking in our rooms, the air inside our homes can be even more polluted than what...

Public Schools: The best choice for your child?
The increasing trend of sending children to high end private schools people have started thinking unfavorably about the public schools. Is this fair?

This Thanksgiving: Just Shut Up
This Thanksgiving stay out of political arguments. The Art of knowing when to shut up. Eat more turkey, talk to the dog…zip it.
LIFESTYLE
Was I One of the Crows Now?
The bus pulled up, I kissed Jack, told him I loved him, and he got on. Then I turned and walked to the house. As soon as I opened the door to go in, the crows quieted and, all together, they flew away.
Clean Air: Duh…It’s a Must!
Clean air an issue of our time and when somebody mentions air pollution, most people automatically think of the outdoor air. However, due to the pollutants that are already lurking in our rooms, the air inside our homes can be even more polluted than what...
Hey Mama! Self Care Is a Must
Self care is a priority when it comes to raising a happy and healthy family! Here are 3 steps in the right direction of making that happen!
Ultimate Tips When Traveling with Kids
You have kids, not a life-threatening disease! You can still travel, enjoy good food, and take pleasure in all the adventures life has to offer.
Was I One of the Crows Now?
The bus pulled up, I kissed Jack, told him I loved him, and he got on. Then I turned and walked to the house. As soon as I opened the door to go in, the crows quieted and, all together, they flew away.
Clean Air: Duh…It’s a Must!
Clean air an issue of our time and when somebody mentions air pollution, most people automatically think of the outdoor air. However, due to the pollutants that are already lurking in our rooms, the air inside our homes can be even more polluted than what...
Hey Mama! Self Care Is a Must
Self care is a priority when it comes to raising a happy and healthy family! Here are 3 steps in the right direction of making that happen!
Ultimate Tips When Traveling with Kids
You have kids, not a life-threatening disease! You can still travel, enjoy good food, and take pleasure in all the adventures life has to offer.
SHOP
PARENTHOOD
Public Schools: The best choice for your child?
The increasing trend of sending children to high end private schools people have started thinking unfavorably about the public schools. Is this fair?
5 Tips on Creating a Conducive Home Learning Environment
In a home learning environment, children tend to ask more questions, develop consistent study habits, and get a better understanding of the world.
Child Athletes: How to Avoid Burnout
Almost every child who grows up loving a sport eventually decides to quit. Some kids decide to stick it out until the end of high school. Others continue playing through their college years and quit upon graduating. Very few actually become professional...
Condom 101- A Safe Video to Share with Your Teens
Condom 101- In an effort to make it easier to talk about safe sex with our teenagers and building off positive examples of institutions like Planned Parenthood, I’m setting out to change the traditional talk of sex and sex health into something more relatable.
Public Schools: The best choice for your child?
The increasing trend of sending children to high end private schools people have started thinking unfavorably about the public schools. Is this fair?
5 Tips on Creating a Conducive Home Learning Environment
In a home learning environment, children tend to ask more questions, develop consistent study habits, and get a better understanding of the world.
Child Athletes: How to Avoid Burnout
Almost every child who grows up loving a sport eventually decides to quit. Some kids decide to stick it out until the end of high school. Others continue playing through their college years and quit upon graduating. Very few actually become professional...
Condom 101- A Safe Video to Share with Your Teens
Condom 101- In an effort to make it easier to talk about safe sex with our teenagers and building off positive examples of institutions like Planned Parenthood, I’m setting out to change the traditional talk of sex and sex health into something more relatable.
RELATIONSHIPS AND SEX HEALTH

Condom 101- A Safe Video to Share with Your Teens
Condom 101- In an effort to make it easier to talk about safe sex with our teenagers and building off positive examples of institutions like Planned Parenthood, I’m setting out to change the traditional talk of sex and sex health into something more relatable.
Let’s Talk About Sex
Let talk about sex with our MOM ON THE STREET. Would you rather do dishes or have sex with your partner?
Online Dating: Merits and Demerits
Online dating: do you have the heart for it? There are many pros and cons to meeting others on the interweb. Consider this before swiping right. READ NOW
Divorce Survival Guide
If you’re getting a divorce, one of the hardest periods in your life is ahead of you, so you had better be prepared. Here are some things to think about
Condom 101- A Safe Video to Share with Your Teens
Condom 101- In an effort to make it easier to talk about safe sex with our teenagers and building off positive examples of institutions like Planned Parenthood, I’m setting out to change the traditional talk of sex and sex health into something more relatable.
Let’s Talk About Sex
Let talk about sex with our MOM ON THE STREET. Would you rather do dishes or have sex with your partner?
Online Dating: Merits and Demerits
Online dating: do you have the heart for it? There are many pros and cons to meeting others on the interweb. Consider this before swiping right. READ NOW
Divorce Survival Guide
If you’re getting a divorce, one of the hardest periods in your life is ahead of you, so you had better be prepared. Here are some things to think about
PREGNANCY
Should I Hire A Doula To Attend My Birth?
What exactly does a doula do? It is an Important question for the women who are going to become mothers first time in their life. The process of pregnancy and childbirth requires numerous time-consuming and often difficult decisions. I don’t know about...
Gum Disease and Pregnancy Complications- Yes, it’s a “Thing”
Pregnancy brings about a lot of changes in a woman’s body due the influx of hormones. One of the changes many expecting mothers aren't aware of is they may be more succpetible to oral problems; such as gum disease. A dental appointment during the first...
During Pregnancy You Must Drink Clean Water
When we’re pregnant we need to be aware of everything we put in our bodies: including the quality of the water we are drinking.
Pregnancy, Unfiltered
Why do we try to present ourselves as having a weirdly idyllic pregnancy, when, in reality, they’re often anything but? Thank you Instagram. UGH!
MUSIC
Sleepy Time For Little Ones
An instrumental play list with soothing melodies. On purpose we made sure this playlist was lyric free to ensure your little one is relaxing and drifiting off to sleep rather than singing along with EVERY song 🙂 With in our RMD families this is a requested play list night after night at bedtime.
Mama’s Gone Country| RMD Country Music Playlist
Blake Shelton crooning that he’ll be our honey bee, seriously? Slap the boots on and go find that hat girl. Every single one of us has a lil’ bit of country in us.
Real Moms Sweat- Real Mom Daily Workout Playlist
All moms need to sweat it out with a good workout! These current beats will give you the energy to power through on even the toughest of day! Real Moms sweat and we feel great doing it!
Finding Mozart in Our Jungle- Real Mom Daily Playlist
Need a Mozart playlist? Classical pieces from the greats, we should all know them, but do we? Here’s a list to play while you’re cooking dinner and the kids are unwinding from their day!
Songs for Shiny, Peaceful, Happy Children
Enjoy songs that bring out the peacful whimsy of childhood. Excellent for quiet play or resting. Great background music during creative activities. Real Moms love happy children! xo
REAL TALK
This Thanksgiving: Just Shut Up
This Thanksgiving stay out of political arguments. The Art of knowing when to shut up. Eat more turkey, talk to the dog…zip it.
Why it’s So Important to Spend Holidays with Family
Staying close to our loved ones is important and holidays are usually the perfect time to enjoy their company. Holidays with family can create special bonds
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Woes of a Stepmom: The Crazy Things People Said When I Was Expecting
When I was pregnant with my first biological child, I was already a mother to a beloved stepson.
Throughout my pregnancy, of course, I received the usual bits of advice and stories from friends and strangers alike, but I was struck by how many people felt the need to comment on the “difference” they perceived between my first son and his brother-to-be.
Vaping and Teens: What Do We Need to Know?
Vaping is a relatively new (within the last 10 years) phenomenon that teenagers and their parents are now facing. What do we as parents need to know?
This Thanksgiving: Just Shut Up
This Thanksgiving stay out of political arguments. The Art of knowing when to shut up. Eat more turkey, talk to the dog…zip it.
Why it’s So Important to Spend Holidays with Family
Staying close to our loved ones is important and holidays are usually the perfect time to enjoy their company. Holidays with family can create special bonds
Mobile previewDesktop previewEdit snippet
Woes of a Stepmom: The Crazy Things People Said When I Was Expecting
When I was pregnant with my first biological child, I was already a mother to a beloved stepson.
Throughout my pregnancy, of course, I received the usual bits of advice and stories from friends and strangers alike, but I was struck by how many people felt the need to comment on the “difference” they perceived between my first son and his brother-to-be.
Vaping and Teens: What Do We Need to Know?
Vaping is a relatively new (within the last 10 years) phenomenon that teenagers and their parents are now facing. What do we as parents need to know?