http://www.crispymumz.com/feed/? Latest topics Sat, 16 Jan 2010 21:47:17 GMT 10 http://i86.servimg.com/u/f86/13/86/25/86/cmhead10.jpg http://www.crispymumz.com/feed/? http://www.crispymumz.com/general-f2/what-happened-t87.htm ChewyMama
Also, Happy Birthday to snowboardnmom!]]> General Sat, 16 Jan 2010 21:47:17 GMT http://www.crispymumz.com/general-f2/what-happened-t87.htm#384 http://www.crispymumz.com/general-f2/what-happened-t87.htm http://www.crispymumz.com/introduce-yourself-f1/hello-noobie-from-aus-here-t86.htm faerie hello

I am from Tasmania ,
My name is Jess and I am a mama to 2 absolutely beautiful monsters 5 and 2.5 i actually found this forum while researching how to start my own (with a very similar theme) great mind huh ?]]> Introduce Yourself Sat, 24 Oct 2009 10:16:18 GMT http://www.crispymumz.com/introduce-yourself-f1/hello-noobie-from-aus-here-t86.htm#383 http://www.crispymumz.com/introduce-yourself-f1/hello-noobie-from-aus-here-t86.htm http://www.crispymumz.com/parenting-f3/first-birthday-party-ideas-t85.htm ChewyMama Seriously, what? It's a month away, but I'm freaking out because the stuff I want to do is not really possible. She'll be the smallest (and youngest) child at her own party and I don't think it's fair to rent a slip-n-slide or bouncy castle if she can't participate. What I'm trying to organize here is a 2-hour playdate that happens to have cake, ice cream, and pizza. We're putting "no gifts" on the invitations to reinforce the idea. I just don't want the kids to get bored. Parenting Thu, 30 Jul 2009 16:35:25 GMT http://www.crispymumz.com/parenting-f3/first-birthday-party-ideas-t85.htm#382 http://www.crispymumz.com/parenting-f3/first-birthday-party-ideas-t85.htm http://www.crispymumz.com/living-green-ish-f4/lady-products-possible-tmi-t84.htm ChewyMama I don't like throwing all of these pads away, and even though the tampons are flushable, I would like to find some that are also biodegradable. Any suggestions?]]> Living Green-ish Wed, 29 Jul 2009 19:32:47 GMT http://www.crispymumz.com/living-green-ish-f4/lady-products-possible-tmi-t84.htm#381 http://www.crispymumz.com/living-green-ish-f4/lady-products-possible-tmi-t84.htm http://www.crispymumz.com/parenting-f3/naked-moms-and-babies-t83.htm ChewyMama I had an interesting experience in a public restroom today and it made me think: When is it no longer appropriate to be naked in front of your child? Also, when is it no longer appropriate for your child to be naked in front of others? ChewyBaby is about to be a year old. I let her run around naked sometimes, but never when we have company. I also don't like to change her diaper in plain view of others - especially males. She's shown a bit of modesty, so I have an idea of what her limits ... Parenting Wed, 29 Jul 2009 18:31:22 GMT http://www.crispymumz.com/parenting-f3/naked-moms-and-babies-t83.htm#380 http://www.crispymumz.com/parenting-f3/naked-moms-and-babies-t83.htm http://www.crispymumz.com/breastfeeding-talk-f10/anti-breastfeeding-propaganda-t82.htm ChewyMama Let me just say that I don't care what other moms do. I really don't. I personally think breastmilk is the better option for babies, but I understand if a woman has health reasons or something and can't. No big deal. What is a big deal is all of this nonsense I keep reading from anti-breastfeeding people. I will not condone the behaviors of a pro-BF mother to badger or guilt a non, but I think this snotty "I'm not going to breastfeed my baby, so there!" attitude is so immature. The ... Breastfeeding Talk Mon, 27 Jul 2009 05:05:46 GMT http://www.crispymumz.com/breastfeeding-talk-f10/anti-breastfeeding-propaganda-t82.htm#378 http://www.crispymumz.com/breastfeeding-talk-f10/anti-breastfeeding-propaganda-t82.htm http://www.crispymumz.com/news-current-events-f21/elderly-mother-of-twins-dies-t81.htm ChewyMama
http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/world/europe/article6714820.ece]]> News/Current Events Fri, 17 Jul 2009 04:26:14 GMT http://www.crispymumz.com/news-current-events-f21/elderly-mother-of-twins-dies-t81.htm#377 http://www.crispymumz.com/news-current-events-f21/elderly-mother-of-twins-dies-t81.htm http://www.crispymumz.com/marriage-family-and-the-like-f6/only-child-t79.htm ChewyMama SuperBaby is going to be an only child and we're okay with that. So many other people aren't, though. I don't think it's fair to attempt to bring another human being into the world so we can have "one of each" or to prevent her from being "spoiled". This isn't a meritocracy and there is no family plantation to be inherited by producing a male heir. Also, there are plenty families with a houseful of spoiled children. I resent the fact that people would encourage us to have ... Marriage, Family, and the like Tue, 07 Jul 2009 13:17:04 GMT http://www.crispymumz.com/marriage-family-and-the-like-f6/only-child-t79.htm#361 http://www.crispymumz.com/marriage-family-and-the-like-f6/only-child-t79.htm http://www.crispymumz.com/wahm-f20/like-the-design-of-our-site-t59.htm Nina
http://www.paisleymoon.biz]]> WAHM Fri, 29 May 2009 22:57:38 GMT http://www.crispymumz.com/wahm-f20/like-the-design-of-our-site-t59.htm#288 http://www.crispymumz.com/wahm-f20/like-the-design-of-our-site-t59.htm http://www.crispymumz.com/debate-f15/tofu-is-win-t12.htm Sahel578 I think dried spicy tofu rocks. Also the fermented kind that smells like dirty diapers. And this is not the pregnancy hormones talking, dont judge me! lolz! Debate Wed, 06 May 2009 20:23:17 GMT http://www.crispymumz.com/debate-f15/tofu-is-win-t12.htm#28 http://www.crispymumz.com/debate-f15/tofu-is-win-t12.htm http://www.crispymumz.com/wahm-f20/work-at-home-scams-real-offers-t78.htm ChewyMama I see a lot of "work at home" offers and I wonder which ones are fake or real. Do you know any ones to be careful for or any that are legitimate work? WAHM Tue, 07 Jul 2009 13:07:41 GMT http://www.crispymumz.com/wahm-f20/work-at-home-scams-real-offers-t78.htm#359 http://www.crispymumz.com/wahm-f20/work-at-home-scams-real-offers-t78.htm http://www.crispymumz.com/vent-f16/i-d-like-to-punch-my-husband-through-the-phone-t80.htm snowboardnmom So, he calls me from work today and says that because I laughed last night during booty, I ruined it. "It wasn't even worth it." If I could have punched him through the phone, I would have. I HATE IT when he complains about sex. Most of the time he complains he doesn't get enough of it, and so I'm doing this 30 challenge thing (30 days, sex everyday). AND even still, he finds something to complain about. SUCH A WHINER!!!!! And because I didn't want to listen to his complaining, ... Vent Tue, 07 Jul 2009 14:55:30 GMT http://www.crispymumz.com/vent-f16/i-d-like-to-punch-my-husband-through-the-phone-t80.htm#362 http://www.crispymumz.com/vent-f16/i-d-like-to-punch-my-husband-through-the-phone-t80.htm http://www.crispymumz.com/news-current-events-f21/dad-ditched-9-kids-expecting-twins-t77.htm ChewyMama
http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,529597,00.html]]> News/Current Events Tue, 07 Jul 2009 13:05:14 GMT http://www.crispymumz.com/news-current-events-f21/dad-ditched-9-kids-expecting-twins-t77.htm#358 http://www.crispymumz.com/news-current-events-f21/dad-ditched-9-kids-expecting-twins-t77.htm http://www.crispymumz.com/general-f2/cool-mom-bad-kid-t76.htm ChewyMama
I've been in the situation where I've wanted to hang out with a friend or relative, but I knew they would have to bring their unruly kid along, so I didn't even bother calling. Is that bad?]]> General Thu, 25 Jun 2009 23:31:12 GMT http://www.crispymumz.com/general-f2/cool-mom-bad-kid-t76.htm#356 http://www.crispymumz.com/general-f2/cool-mom-bad-kid-t76.htm http://www.crispymumz.com/news-current-events-f21/mourning-celebrities-t75.htm ChewyMama
I'm not sad about MJ, per se. The world was pretty rough for him the last few years with the allegations and criticisms. I'm sure he can finally be at peace now. Same for Farrah Fawcett.]]> News/Current Events Thu, 25 Jun 2009 23:29:39 GMT http://www.crispymumz.com/news-current-events-f21/mourning-celebrities-t75.htm#355 http://www.crispymumz.com/news-current-events-f21/mourning-celebrities-t75.htm http://www.crispymumz.com/diaper-talk-cloth-sposies-gdiapers-f7/cloth-diaper-hiatus-t47.htm ChewyMama I have a ton of cloth diapers, doublers, and covers, but I still use disposables on a day-to-day basis. I feel awful about it, but it's so much more convenient. She started this thing recently where getting changed is bad and she must scream. Once you lay her down, she arches her body up so that she's only on her head and feet (think: The Exorcist), and her face gets all red from screaming. It's awful. I hear it's a phase, though. Once she gets a bit older, I'm thinking we'll go back to cloth. ... Diaper Talk- cloth, sposies, gDiapers Tue, 19 May 2009 04:11:48 GMT http://www.crispymumz.com/diaper-talk-cloth-sposies-gdiapers-f7/cloth-diaper-hiatus-t47.htm#231 http://www.crispymumz.com/diaper-talk-cloth-sposies-gdiapers-f7/cloth-diaper-hiatus-t47.htm http://www.crispymumz.com/special-diet-f18/going-vegan-t74.htm Nina We've already had a few purely vegan meals- it's been fun!

Tonight we are cooking with seitan! I'm excited!]]> Special Diet Tue, 23 Jun 2009 23:54:54 GMT http://www.crispymumz.com/special-diet-f18/going-vegan-t74.htm#350 http://www.crispymumz.com/special-diet-f18/going-vegan-t74.htm http://www.crispymumz.com/news-current-events-f21/kate-gosselin-water-nazi-t70.htm ChewyMama
http://www.usmagazine.com/news/Kate-gosselin-refuses-to-give-daughter-water-2009126]]> News/Current Events Fri, 12 Jun 2009 14:46:58 GMT http://www.crispymumz.com/news-current-events-f21/kate-gosselin-water-nazi-t70.htm#329 http://www.crispymumz.com/news-current-events-f21/kate-gosselin-water-nazi-t70.htm http://www.crispymumz.com/pregnancy-f14/gender-scan-today-t73.htm Sahel578 Its a boy! (and one that kept touching his tallywacker during the ultrasound) Pregnancy Thu, 18 Jun 2009 02:02:55 GMT http://www.crispymumz.com/pregnancy-f14/gender-scan-today-t73.htm#339 http://www.crispymumz.com/pregnancy-f14/gender-scan-today-t73.htm http://www.crispymumz.com/pregnancy-f14/free-surrogacy-t36.htm ChewyMama Would you surrogate for free? I hear women do it all the time as a "gift" or that it's an honor and a privilege or something like that. I'll never forget this one surrogate who delivered something like quads via c-section. She refused payment. She said it was her pleasure. I was barely in high school at the time but it sounded crazy to me. All I had heard about pregnancy at that point was stretch marks, weight gain, and PAIN. My pregnancy was healthy and normal. I was miserable ... Pregnancy Fri, 15 May 2009 04:30:42 GMT http://www.crispymumz.com/pregnancy-f14/free-surrogacy-t36.htm#170 http://www.crispymumz.com/pregnancy-f14/free-surrogacy-t36.htm http://www.crispymumz.com/special-diet-f18/eating-clean-t71.htm ChewyMama The Obamas do it and I want to do it, too. From what I understand it's avoiding processed foods. I'm slowly making the transition, I guess. I still love the convenience of chicken nuggets and Stouffer's meals in the freezer, but using fresh ingredients feels better. Last week, I made my own spaghetti sauce. In the store, I read the ingredients for Prego and went to get the real things. The downside is I think it costs more. A $4 can of processed sauce costs way less than the fresh mushrooms, ... Special Diet Mon, 15 Jun 2009 17:36:25 GMT http://www.crispymumz.com/special-diet-f18/eating-clean-t71.htm#335 http://www.crispymumz.com/special-diet-f18/eating-clean-t71.htm http://www.crispymumz.com/general-f2/your-mother-yourself-t69.htm ChewyMama Good or bad, does your relationship with your mother influence the type of mother you are? Mine does. I think I learned what not to do from her. When the ultrasound results told me I was having a daughter, I was very disappointed. Not because I didn't want a girl at all, but because I didn't want the same relationship I had with my mother. I recently found out that her behavior was beyond my control, and it's not my fault that things are the way they are. That said, I love my girl and I ... General Fri, 12 Jun 2009 14:45:17 GMT http://www.crispymumz.com/general-f2/your-mother-yourself-t69.htm#328 http://www.crispymumz.com/general-f2/your-mother-yourself-t69.htm http://www.crispymumz.com/military-families-f8/if-you-re-interested-t72.htm Nina www.militarycarepackages.net has some affordable stuff) his address is:
Corianton Anderson
HHC/4th EN BN
APO AE 09355

He'd appreciate it!]]> Military Families Wed, 17 Jun 2009 19:08:58 GMT http://www.crispymumz.com/military-families-f8/if-you-re-interested-t72.htm#337 http://www.crispymumz.com/military-families-f8/if-you-re-interested-t72.htm http://www.crispymumz.com/living-green-ish-f4/favorite-brands-t67.htm ChewyMama I've been a fan of Seventh Generation for a few years now. I just hate how this area has limited supplies of their products. Back in our hometown, I got SG toilet paper and paper towels, as well as dish detergent and household cleaner. Still in search of their tampons and pads. Here, I had to drive 30 miles to get SG diapers, and not even a good size (40 CT). I guess I'll just have to go to Amazon.com. Living Green-ish Wed, 10 Jun 2009 20:53:15 GMT http://www.crispymumz.com/living-green-ish-f4/favorite-brands-t67.htm#321 http://www.crispymumz.com/living-green-ish-f4/favorite-brands-t67.htm http://www.crispymumz.com/general-f2/good-movies-t6.htm Nina What other movies are out now? I need something good to watch... a feel good movie would be nice. ]]> General Mon, 04 May 2009 20:59:28 GMT http://www.crispymumz.com/general-f2/good-movies-t6.htm#7 http://www.crispymumz.com/general-f2/good-movies-t6.htm http://www.crispymumz.com/marriage-family-and-the-like-f6/father-s-day-t68.htm Nina
I got Ian a couple t-shirts from preggersnproud.com I think I'll also get him some new underwear LOL... sweet huh? I'll also take the kids out to pick something out and we'll probably work on some project... not sure what yet.. maybe a birdhouse? lol

I also need to get something for my Dad... still not sure what yet... I need to figure it out!

What are your ideas/plans?]]> Marriage, Family, and the like Wed, 10 Jun 2009 21:07:56 GMT http://www.crispymumz.com/marriage-family-and-the-like-f6/father-s-day-t68.htm#323 http://www.crispymumz.com/marriage-family-and-the-like-f6/father-s-day-t68.htm http://www.crispymumz.com/general-f2/when-did-you-get-your-1st-postpartum-period-t66.htm Nina Kelvin is over 6 months old- OK, he's my 5th kid- you would think I wouldn't wonder about this- but when will I get my period?! LOL In the past I noticed I would get it around 4-6 months postpartum (I breastfeed). Now, I did read back in my blog and it seems with Matrim I didn't get my period till he was 6 months+1week old. So Kelvin being about that same age now- I am wondering if it's coming anytime now? I feel like I've been PMSing for months LOL So I'm just curious- when did ... General Wed, 10 Jun 2009 20:36:23 GMT http://www.crispymumz.com/general-f2/when-did-you-get-your-1st-postpartum-period-t66.htm#319 http://www.crispymumz.com/general-f2/when-did-you-get-your-1st-postpartum-period-t66.htm http://www.crispymumz.com/breastfeeding-talk-f10/9-month-old-underweight-t65.htm ChewyMama Baby is in the 9th percentile in weight (87% in height) and it's scary. I'm nursing her 5-6 times a day, as well as feeding her cereal and pureed baby food. I even bought all of those Gerber Graduate snacks and Gerber toddler juices in an attempt to fatten her up some. It's weird. Her thighs are chubby, but she's still weighing in at 16 - 16.5 lbs. Has been since she was 6 months old. The ped suggested maybe I didn't have enough milk. Not even. She pulls away from me (and the spoon), so she can ... Breastfeeding Talk Wed, 10 Jun 2009 17:15:01 GMT http://www.crispymumz.com/breastfeeding-talk-f10/9-month-old-underweight-t65.htm#317 http://www.crispymumz.com/breastfeeding-talk-f10/9-month-old-underweight-t65.htm http://www.crispymumz.com/parenting-f3/hiding-places-t62.htm ChewyMama What's your LO's favorite hiding place or the weirdest place you've found something that belonged to her/him? I was in one of the bathrooms (we try to keep both doors closed!) rewrapping toilet paper that had been unspooled by a certain young lady the other day, and I looked over under the clothes drying rack to find a Wii remote. Last night, there was a sippy cup in its place. And we still can't seem to find the PS3 remote. It's been days now and it's not cute anymore. I told DH we may ... Parenting Tue, 09 Jun 2009 12:57:13 GMT http://www.crispymumz.com/parenting-f3/hiding-places-t62.htm#308 http://www.crispymumz.com/parenting-f3/hiding-places-t62.htm http://www.crispymumz.com/parenting-f3/milestones-and-competition-t63.htm ChewyMama Do/did you find yourself competing with other parents or feeling guilty about your own child's development? We were at the post clinic yesterday for DD's 9 month check-up and I let her walk around the waiting room and follow me and nurse back to the exam area. My purpose was to tire her out so she would fall asleep as soon as we were done, but I think it came of as showing off - which was so not the point. It would've been much easier for me to just push her in the stroller. Anyway, she ... Parenting Tue, 09 Jun 2009 13:05:54 GMT http://www.crispymumz.com/parenting-f3/milestones-and-competition-t63.htm#309 http://www.crispymumz.com/parenting-f3/milestones-and-competition-t63.htm http://www.crispymumz.com/parenting-f3/secular-daycare-t58.htm ChewyMama Do/would you send your child to one? Are there any in your area? I enjoy being a SAHM, but I would like to option to work part-time at least, to bring in a bit more money. Everything around here is "Heaven's Little Angels" or "God's Little Lambs" or whatever. The Christian day care closest to our house just put up letters on their marquee spelling out "It's All About Jesus!". When DH saw it he said, "It's all about not getting my money!". She's too ... Parenting Fri, 29 May 2009 16:08:32 GMT http://www.crispymumz.com/parenting-f3/secular-daycare-t58.htm#285 http://www.crispymumz.com/parenting-f3/secular-daycare-t58.htm http://www.crispymumz.com/general-f2/wedding-t60.htm Nina On May 30th, 2009, Ian and Nina married on Coronado Island If you want to see more pics check out www.xanga.com/McAnderson General Mon, 01 Jun 2009 20:07:56 GMT http://www.crispymumz.com/general-f2/wedding-t60.htm#291 http://www.crispymumz.com/general-f2/wedding-t60.htm http://www.crispymumz.com/general-f2/i-missed-this-place-t61.htm ChewyMama The computer crashed on me twice Tuesday morning, so I hauled it in to a repair shop. We just got it back last night and I've felt like I've been on a deserted island. I'm a bit embarrassed that I'm so dependent on the internet. On a lighter note, DH got me The Sims 3 this week and I just started playing last night. I'm not as hooked as I used to be. I would spend HOURS and DAYS playing when he was deployed and I was all alone. Not anymore. I've learned to play in moderation. Once baby starts ... General Sun, 07 Jun 2009 01:30:15 GMT http://www.crispymumz.com/general-f2/i-missed-this-place-t61.htm#295 http://www.crispymumz.com/general-f2/i-missed-this-place-t61.htm http://www.crispymumz.com/general-f2/what-is-up-t57.htm Nina
I'm getting married in like 36 hours...

lol nah, I'm so excited! ]]> General Fri, 29 May 2009 05:21:49 GMT http://www.crispymumz.com/general-f2/what-is-up-t57.htm#283 http://www.crispymumz.com/general-f2/what-is-up-t57.htm http://www.crispymumz.com/parenting-f3/anyones-kids-out-of-school-for-the-summer-yet-t54.htm lucretia Wow, I can't believe it my kids are going to be getting out of school next month already. Where has the time gone, phew! DD has to go to summer school though...I dont know how I am going to juggle it but I am sure it will work out. So what are some cool things to do in the summer? Parenting Thu, 21 May 2009 02:27:13 GMT http://www.crispymumz.com/parenting-f3/anyones-kids-out-of-school-for-the-summer-yet-t54.htm#257 http://www.crispymumz.com/parenting-f3/anyones-kids-out-of-school-for-the-summer-yet-t54.htm http://www.crispymumz.com/debate-f15/cyberbullying-mom-t49.htm ChewyMama
Here's more.]]> Debate Tue, 19 May 2009 04:20:12 GMT http://www.crispymumz.com/debate-f15/cyberbullying-mom-t49.htm#233 http://www.crispymumz.com/debate-f15/cyberbullying-mom-t49.htm http://www.crispymumz.com/living-green-ish-f4/wooden-toys-t48.htm ChewyMama We saw some Melissa and Doug toys at the zoo last week. It was immediately impressed. I hear wooden toys are making a comeback, too. There are a few specialty shops around here that sell their products, thankfully. I can't wait to get her first set of wooden alphabet blocks, like I had. I just don't see those around anymore. I never though twice about it, honestly. I go to the stores and go Little Tykes/Fisher-Price/Leap Frog crazy. Something about wooden toys, though. They have a certain character. ... Living Green-ish Tue, 19 May 2009 04:18:10 GMT http://www.crispymumz.com/living-green-ish-f4/wooden-toys-t48.htm#232 http://www.crispymumz.com/living-green-ish-f4/wooden-toys-t48.htm http://www.crispymumz.com/diaper-talk-cloth-sposies-gdiapers-f7/has-anyone-tried-gdiapers-t44.htm snowboardnmom I've been thinking about giving them a try... anyone have any experience with them? Diaper Talk- cloth, sposies, gDiapers Sun, 17 May 2009 15:07:56 GMT http://www.crispymumz.com/diaper-talk-cloth-sposies-gdiapers-f7/has-anyone-tried-gdiapers-t44.htm#210 http://www.crispymumz.com/diaper-talk-cloth-sposies-gdiapers-f7/has-anyone-tried-gdiapers-t44.htm http://www.crispymumz.com/general-f2/how-do-you-wake-up-t51.htm Nina In the morning, how are you usually awoken? By an alarm, your kid, the sun, your inner clock...? Once you are awake, how do you "wake yourself up"? Coffee, breakfast, ice water, tea, OJ, vodka? I am usually awoken by Kelvin around 5am, then we fall back asleep around 6, the alarm goes off at 6.. so that is a bother sometimes. Ian will wake up with the alarm and start getting the girls ready for school. Kelvin and I will get up a little later, like 7ish. I nurse him before ... General Wed, 20 May 2009 16:53:28 GMT http://www.crispymumz.com/general-f2/how-do-you-wake-up-t51.htm#249 http://www.crispymumz.com/general-f2/how-do-you-wake-up-t51.htm http://www.crispymumz.com/general-f2/birth-control-t53.htm Nina
Next month I am trying out the copper IUD. I'm scared cause I've heard the horror stories of lengthy heavy periods (which I've already had in the past). BUT I don't do well with hormone BC, so I'm excited to try this out, PLUS if I like it- it's good for 10 years- way cool!

What do you use?]]> General Wed, 20 May 2009 17:00:58 GMT http://www.crispymumz.com/general-f2/birth-control-t53.htm#251 http://www.crispymumz.com/general-f2/birth-control-t53.htm http://www.crispymumz.com/general-f2/american-idol-t55.htm ChewyMama

Anybody else watch the show tonight?]]> General Thu, 21 May 2009 03:41:32 GMT http://www.crispymumz.com/general-f2/american-idol-t55.htm#259 http://www.crispymumz.com/general-f2/american-idol-t55.htm http://www.crispymumz.com/general-f2/candy-for-babies-t56.htm ChewyMama Do/did you let your infant have sweets? At what age is it okay for kids to start? We saw a woman today with a 9 month old, and she let him have a Dum-Dum. We have a relative that let their 6-month-old have a sucker, too. Is this weird? It's really all very new to me, because I just assumed artificial sugar was a no-no for babies anyway. We also know a family that let their 3 year old have Coke and Oreo cookies. DD can't have candy until she's at least 4 or 5. Definitely not soda, chips, ... General Fri, 22 May 2009 19:37:40 GMT http://www.crispymumz.com/general-f2/candy-for-babies-t56.htm#267 http://www.crispymumz.com/general-f2/candy-for-babies-t56.htm http://www.crispymumz.com/introduce-yourself-f1/hello-from-houston-tx-t45.htm nuwave06 Hi everyone, my name is Ulanda and I found out about Cripsy Mumz on WAHM.com -- I am definitely borderline crunchy and working to become "greener" every day. I live in Houston, TX with my hubby and 2 daughters. I am currently working on a technology project and I am also an Independent EcoAdvisor for OnlyGreen, the world’s first direct-selling company to offer a complete range of eco-friendly products. I look forward to "meeting" and networking with everyone here. Introduce Yourself Sun, 17 May 2009 20:56:32 GMT http://www.crispymumz.com/introduce-yourself-f1/hello-from-houston-tx-t45.htm#219 http://www.crispymumz.com/introduce-yourself-f1/hello-from-houston-tx-t45.htm http://www.crispymumz.com/moms-of-many-or-multiples-f9/kids-kids-everywhere-d-t52.htm Nina Ok, I only have 5 kids, which isn't a "big" family to me. BUT it seems to be "big" by today's standards. So that is cool. I get weird looks sometimes in public, but it doesn't bother me anymore. I get a lot of the usual comments "Boy you got your hands full!" "Are they all yours?" "Glad it's you and not me." (I never understood that one ) Most of the time my kids are well behaved in public- so that definitely helps. Of course like ... Moms of Many or Multiples Wed, 20 May 2009 16:58:44 GMT http://www.crispymumz.com/moms-of-many-or-multiples-f9/kids-kids-everywhere-d-t52.htm#250 http://www.crispymumz.com/moms-of-many-or-multiples-f9/kids-kids-everywhere-d-t52.htm http://www.crispymumz.com/general-f2/do-it-yourself-t41.htm ChewyMama What's a DIY project that you've successfully completed? Any that's usually done by a professional counts. This morning, I got my hair appointment kicked right from under me, and tried to find a new stylist. The best salon in town doesn't do black hair. Gross! So, I surfed the web and got a pro stylist's instructions on how to do a home relaxer. I'm nervous, because I could burn my hair out, but I'm tired of these dingy, unprofessional places taking more money than they deserve while I ... General Sat, 16 May 2009 23:50:51 GMT http://www.crispymumz.com/general-f2/do-it-yourself-t41.htm#198 http://www.crispymumz.com/general-f2/do-it-yourself-t41.htm http://www.crispymumz.com/living-green-ish-f4/recycling-and-you-t46.htm ChewyMama We do it. We love it. Unfortunately, this town only accepts types 1 and 2 plastic at their facility. I'm tossing out way too many yogurt containers and I don't like it. Any strange recycling conditions in your area? Living Green-ish Tue, 19 May 2009 04:09:40 GMT http://www.crispymumz.com/living-green-ish-f4/recycling-and-you-t46.htm#229 http://www.crispymumz.com/living-green-ish-f4/recycling-and-you-t46.htm http://www.crispymumz.com/news-current-events-f21/elizabeth-edwards-t50.htm ChewyMama She's on her book tour. I think writing about everything is slightly therapeutic, but I wonder what the reaction from her children will be. From what I understand, they're still pretty young. If my dad was having an affair, I would never want to know all the details. I especially don't think I would want the world to know. What are your thoughts? Link News/Current Events Tue, 19 May 2009 04:23:24 GMT http://www.crispymumz.com/news-current-events-f21/elizabeth-edwards-t50.htm#234 http://www.crispymumz.com/news-current-events-f21/elizabeth-edwards-t50.htm http://www.crispymumz.com/recipes-f13/maiden-of-cakes-t42.htm ChewyMama
I'm also going to make an ice cream cake. I found an online tutorial. Once I get springform pans - watch out!]]> Recipes Sat, 16 May 2009 23:55:24 GMT http://www.crispymumz.com/recipes-f13/maiden-of-cakes-t42.htm#199 http://www.crispymumz.com/recipes-f13/maiden-of-cakes-t42.htm http://www.crispymumz.com/weight-loss-and-nutrition-f17/congrats-to-me-t37.htm Nina I've lost my pregnancy weight!!! lol yay! Only took me 5.5 months! I'm not 18 anymore, that's for sure! It's amazing how much longer it takes as you get older... here's a time line for anyone curious... 1st kid at 18 years old, 4 WEEKS to lose weight and get back in old jeans. 2nd kid at 19 yrs old, 6 WEEEKS " " 3rd kid at 21 yrs old, 6 WEEKS " " 4th kid at 24 yrs old, 4 MONTHS " " 5th kid at 27 yrs old, 5.5 MONTHS '' '' I'm NOT ... Weight Loss and Nutrition Fri, 15 May 2009 15:38:56 GMT http://www.crispymumz.com/weight-loss-and-nutrition-f17/congrats-to-me-t37.htm#178 http://www.crispymumz.com/weight-loss-and-nutrition-f17/congrats-to-me-t37.htm http://www.crispymumz.com/parenting-f3/car-seat-suggestions-t19.htm Nina It always amazes me how fast they grow out of the carrier!]]> Parenting Thu, 07 May 2009 19:20:04 GMT http://www.crispymumz.com/parenting-f3/car-seat-suggestions-t19.htm#82 http://www.crispymumz.com/parenting-f3/car-seat-suggestions-t19.htm