Parenting
mom bloggers reveal their motherhood mishaps
AIRS Thursday 2/28:
Mothers break their silence and reveal their secrets about the not so perfect side of motherhood.
If you think motherhood is all sunshine and rainbows, today's show should come as a big shock. We're exploring all the hush-hush elements of motherhood—those things that we, as women, rarely discuss. We've even set up our own "mommy confessional" outside the studio, where our audience can open up about all their not-so-perfect motherhood moments.
Are there parts of motherhood that make you crazy? Sound off below!
They are some of the best-known moms on the web. Together with Ricki, they're pulling back the curtain and revealing the not- so-perfect side of motherhood.
Heather Armstrong, founder of Dooce.com and often hailed as the mother of all bloggers. Go behind the scenes with Heather Armstrong - the 3-part interview!
Catherine McCord, creator of Weelicious, a blog dedicated to healthy simple recipes for kids.
Amy Nobile, co-author of I Was a Really Good Mom Before I Had Kids
Alicia Dunams, author of Goal Digger and a founding Friend of Ricki
Daphne Brogdon, founder of CoolMom.com, a humorous slant on parenting, politics and pop culture.
And, via Skype... Friend of Ricki, Multiple Mayhem Mama, Samantha Kemp-Jackson.
Do you relate to these moms? Share your dirty little secret!
Then, meet Ally and her husband, Jamie. Ally says she’s contemplated divorce, just to get time away from her kids. Jamie is at a loss and doesn't know how to help her. Ricki introduces them to author of "Time for Mom-Me, 365 Daily Strategies for a Mother's Self Care," Mia Redrick who offers to help Ally work through her feelings and get what she needs to live a better life.
What advice would you give Ally to find balance and build a more peaceful home life?
Finally, motherhood and technology often go hand in hand. Lifestyle Tech Expert Carley Knobloch shows off some of the coolest tech gadgets to help moms simplify and streamline their busy lives. Do you have a favorite tech gadget that makes motherhood easier or more enjoyable? Tell us!
Check out photos from today's show and share your motherhood confession in the comments below!
