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The Gifted Mother: What Mommy Wants, But Won't Ask For

LilSugar — Tue, 02 Dec 2008 10:00:54 -0800

Moms are so busy this time of year, the last thing they have time to do is make a wish list. Preoccupied with playing Santa and planning for holiday festivities, mothers often forgo getting gifts for the sake of time and money. But if you're wondering what the woman in your life really wants, check out these options!

Jeans That Make Her Look Lean: When she's trying to shed those postpartum pounds nothing makes a mama feel better than a pair of comfortable dungarees that lengthen her legs and aren't obscenely low. Made with a bit of elastan, Hudson's boot cut "Gemini" jeans ($176 plus 30 percent off) hug her curves. She probably wouldn't spring for these on her own, but they are perfectly practical since she can sport them at the park or pair them with heels for a night out.
A Bag That Doesn't Scream Diapers: Give mommy an upgrade with a sassy satchel. This oversized handheld croco bag from Maxx New York ($230) is as functional as it is fabulous. She can use it to carry her laptop to work and it is roomy enough to double as a diaper bag. It is available in red, chocolate and black.
Housekeeping: Allow her to retire her housekeeping duties...well, at least once a week! Having someone come in to deep clean the house and organize the clutter will enable mom to have more quality time with the kids.

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Babysitting I OWE YOU: Take the kids off mommy's hands for a few hours so she can get her hair done, run errands in peace, go out with her hubby or simply finish a good book. The gift keeps on giving since she can cash it in at her convenience.
Laundry Duty: She's up to her elbows in suds, so take a load (or five) off her shoulders and offer to do the laundry for a day. While you rinse and fold, mama gets a lil rest.

The Gifted Grandmother: Grandma-To-Be

LilSugar — Thu, 20 Nov 2008 12:00:43 -0800

Her baby's having a baby and she's having a ball. A grandma-to-be bursts with excitement while she awaits her first grandchild and can't stop herself from going on countless shopping sprees at Babies R Us. Turn the tables and shower her with a few gifts for the holidays.

It's true, "When a child is born, so is a grandmother." Fill this quotable frame with an ultrasound picture to melt her heart.
Grandmama is consumed with buying gifts for the new baby, but a Jo Malone candle will warm her up. The limited-edition scent creates a festive house as she prepares for family gatherings.
Grammy's going to want photographs of the lil one all over her house, and the Polaroid PoGo Portable Photo Printer allows her to print pictures from her phone or camera at the touch of a button.

The Gifted Mother: Seasoned Mommy-to-Be

LilSugar — Tue, 18 Nov 2008 12:00:11 -0800

A mom who's expecting her second (third, fourth, etc.) bundle of joy has more experience than those pregnant with their first. Forget books on what she should expect and potions on keeping stretch marks at bay; she's already been there, done that. Sure she'd love a few extra hours in the day to catch up on her sleep or a moment's peace, but here are some gifts that will keep her plugging along during pregnancy.

Great Expectations takes the seasoned mom through 24 true stories of labor and delivery. Since she's already experienced the joy of childbirth, she'll appreciate reading other tales from the hospital bed.
The 3G iPhone is modern-day mom's brag book. The seasoned mommy-to-be will love being able to share pictures of her little ones, in preschool and in utero, with the touch of a screen.
She's already got a closet full of maternity clothes from her previous pregnancy, but she still likes to keep her look current. A fabulous pair of flat boots such as the Paige Boots from Frye will rev up her existing wardrobe.

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The Gifted Mother: First Time Mommy-to-Be

LilSugar — Mon, 17 Nov 2008 06:00:00 -0800

She may be having a baby, but you're having a fit over what to get her for the holidays. Since you can't get her what she really wants, her baby, you can wrap up a few things to make the waiting a bit easier on her.

Stretch marks are every woman's enemy, but when you've got a bun in the oven you'll try anything to try and keep those pesky spots from appearing. Mustela's Maternity Program Gift Set, which aims to make her skin less vulnerable to permanent marks, will be a welcomed part of her beauty regime.
A good pair of comfy pants will bring a smile to any new mommy-to-be's face, especially after a long day in the office. She'll live in these super soft lounge pants from Splendid.
Not quite ready to give up her chic style, a newly pregnant mom will love the Mia Bossi Caryn Diaper Bag. Sure, it's pricey, but she'll probably start carrying this gem around well before her baby debuts.

Maternity Program Gift Set by Mustela - $31.50	Splendid Pull On Style Jersey Knit Fit And Flare Maternity Active Pant - $115.00
Mia Bossi Caryn Diaper Bag- Black / White - $290.00

The Gifted Grandparent: Grandma

LilSugar — Thu, 13 Nov 2008 05:00:43 -0800

Grandmothers must have the toughest job buying holiday gifts for their own children and their spouses, grandchildren, great grandchildren and others. Don't let her get swept under the rug with another pair of raggedy old slippers. Show her some love with one of these thoughtful gifts.

Nothing says lovin' like cooking with Grams. And chances are, nobody cooks better than her, either. Create memories in the kitchen (and grab a few tips) using the festive gingerbread man tray and enjoy yourselves as you decorate the lil brown fellas.
I never met a grandma who didn't have a stash of candy around her house somewhere. Lure her tasty treats onto the pretty silver platter and out of that old outdated crystal dish.
I'm sure your Granny knows who the Queen Bee of the family is, but just in case she needs reminding, the gold charm bracelet with the tiara charm will let her know how much she is celebrated and regaled in her family ranks.

Gingerbread Man Cakelet Pan - $19.95	Michael Aram Vine Candy Dish - $88.00
Crown charm and bracelet - $1,950.00

The Gifted Mother: Pamper Mommy

babysugar — Tue, 11 Nov 2008 13:00:00 -0800

Whether you're dropping hints for yourself or you're hoping to find the perfect gift for your mommy friend or own dear mom, here are a couple of ideas to get the hamster running.

Every mom totes around water or milk bottles for their wee ones. Keep her hydrated with her own sassy SIGG bottle ($22) so she can keep up the pace with all of the pitter-patter around the house. Babies aren't the only family members that should be BPA free!

For a special night out on the town or a festive New Year's Eve bash, help mama sparkle with a black sequined jacket ($86). Paired with blue jeans and a white tee, it's just enough to spruce up a casual ensemble.

Almost every new mother can tell you the luxury of baby soft skin from cuddling their newborn for hours on end. Unfortunately, the fountain of youth is yet to be found so we are still searching for man-made remedies to keep our skin buttery soft. Instead of constantly forking over cash for facials, invest in the Clarisonic Skincare Brush ($195). My girl BellaSugar can't get enough of it! Pretty soon, daddy will have a hard time telling the difference between the baby's bum and mama's mug.

For more ideas, be sure to check out HolidaySugar for all of our holiday coverage and gift guides.

Dove Water Bottle by Sigg - $21.99	Mink Pink Ziggy Sequin Bomber Jacket - $86.00
Clarisonic Clarisonic/Kinerase Exclusive Set - $225.00

Sugarbabies: Kicking Off Thanksgiving Sugarbabies!

babysugar — Sat, 21 Nov 2009 05:01:49 -0800

This picture was taken as my daughter enjoyed her first true Thanksgiving meal. She picked at the turkey but gobbled up the sweet potatoes, cranberries and the delicious stuffing. Though her brother was only days old, she gave thanks for being a big sister. In turn, we gave thanks for having a sweet daughter and a brand-new baby boy.

Share your old or new Thanksgiving pictures with us in the Sugarbabies group. We'll be featuring them all week long on the LilSugar website... don't miss out! It's super easy, and your tot will get a kick out of seeing himself on the site.

To see how to join, read more.

Create a PopSugar Account or login to your account.
Join the Sugarbabies group
Click "New Post" under the Sugarbabies tab at the top of the page.
Give your story a "Title."
Insert a photo of your babe.
Fill in the "Body" if you want to give us a snippet of the shot.
Add keyword(s) in the tag field with relevant tags (for example mine for this story was "Sugarbabies").
Click "Create Post" to submit content.

Tell Mommy: What Was Your Toughest Postpartum Moment?

babysugar — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 00:05:58 -0800

An inspiration to many mothers who suffer from postpartum depression, superstar mama Brooke Shields continues to give hope to new moms through her raw and honest revelations. A spokesperson for the debilitating disease and depression, she recently spoke at the Hope for Depression Research Foundation in Manhattan where she recalled a harrowing moment in her life. She said:

I finally had a healthy beautiful baby girl and I couldn't look at her... I couldn't hold her and I couldn't sing to her and I couldn't smile at her... All I wanted to do was disappear and die... That was the week I almost did not resist driving my car straight into a wall on the side of the freeway... My baby was in the back seat and that even pissed me off because I thought she's even ruining this for me. I just wanted to drive into the wall and my friend stayed on the phone with me and made me safely get home.

It takes guts to talk about those dark moments but her story undoubtedly gives hope to many women who are having similar experiences. If you care to share, tell us what your toughest postpartum moment was.

Feeling overwhelmed by motherhood? Join our A Place to Vent group over in our LilSugar Community and share your plight with other moms who understand.

Model Mamas Hit the Runway For Victoria's Secret

babysugar — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 16:03:15 -0800

Host, shmost! Heidi Klum claimed she was only going to host the always anticipated Victoria's Secret Fashion Show, but the mama of four made a surprise appearance and walked her hot self down the runway with her tulleriffic attire. Having given birth to her second daughter, Lou, just over a month ago, she left the crowd in shock and awe. Also in attendance on the catwalk? Alessandra Ambrosio. The leggy new mom bared her toned tummy and long stems alongside veteran Klum. The pair certainly left some mums green with envy.

A couple of ladies noticeably absent from the show? Gisele Bündchen, Karolina Kurkova, and Adriana Lima. Gisele is still sporting her adorable baby bump, while the other two glamorous mommies just welcomed their bundles of joy weeks ago. Check out the pictures of the sassy and sexy angels at last night's sneak peek.

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Lil Links: The Batemans Go Ga Ga For Yo Gabba Gabba

babysugar — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 11:00:16 -0800

The Batemans go ga ga at Yo Gabba Gabba - Celebrity Baby Blog
Pamela Anderson tells her boys about the infamous sex tape - Celebrity Baby Scoop
Uterine tea gets mamas ready for labor - CafeMom
Decode your baby's name for a charge - ParentDish
Dad spoke to son in Klingon only for first three years - MomLogic
Zoom in on the germ spots in the house - Parenting
More moms spank than you might think - The Mommy Files
The new clean plate club - Mamaista
Custom rubber stamps - Cool Mom Picks