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Made from a durable microfiber with faux-leather handles, I like that this bag can be carried as a tote, or slung on my shoulder when I need to have my hands free (when don't I??). Available from Simply Bags, this laptop bag will only set you back about $40, and includes monogramming. You can have your full monogram, or just an initial, stitched on in a fun, contrasting color. My bag is chocolate brown with a pretty kiwi "M" on the front.
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Remember "Little Red Riding Hood"? Well, now you can wear this adorable version of the fable by Swedish artist, 
Wow, what a fun idea! The folks from 
Calling all Bay Area moms out there! If you haven't yet found 
On Momfinds: 
Being a mom isn't always easy. In fact, it rarely is. But with a big dose of humor and a few tricks up our sleeve, we're better equipped to get through the day. Crime reporter, mother and now author, Amanda Lamb, sure knows how to keep smiling through the worst of it. I just finished reading her memoir, 
, and took heart that other moms have to deal with some of the same, crazy and at times, laughable, stuff that keeps life interesting.
Ok, so maybe Jessica Seinfeld isn't a 
, Missy offers up yummy recipes for things like burgers, burritos and pasta, with a few surprise guest stars - vegetable purees. She also gives us busy moms some quick fixes for boosting the nutritional profile of kid-approved favorites like Jell-O, Spaghetti-O's and macaroni and cheese from a box. Missy realizes that we don't always have the time to cook, so she gives us some easy ways to have our kids eating more vegetables without them being the wiser!
By now, most of us have embraced denim as a wardrobe staple. Perfect for wearing to the playground, denim looks just as good when having a rare night out. A fairly new take on denim, the trouser cut, takes denim up a notch and gives it a dressier interpretation. With a flat front and wide legs, this cut is quite flattering to a number of figure types, and looks cute whether paired with a pretty sweater and flats, or a sexy top and heels.
In the latest GO International installation for 
This spring, the hot trend for hair is short, as in a short, angled bob that's cut slightly longer in front than in back. Think Katie Holmes, Posh Spice or Paris Hilton. Don't want to conjure up their images, you say? Well, think about this. It's a flattering cut that works well for both straight and curly hair. It's also sleek and easy to style, shaving precious minutes off your morning routine.
On Boston Mamas: 
As a mother, we all know how nice it is to be recognized for our efforts. Now, here is your chance to recognize someone who was there for you when you were sick, feeling down or just needed a hug. 
We moms sure log a lot of miles on our feet each day. Just running around the house to gather coats, snacks and necessities for a quick outing is enough to wear me out. On days like this, I can't even think about wearing anything other than my most comfy shoes. It helps when they're as cute as these.
A while back we reviewed the 
Depeche Mode. Fast Fashion. Like food, fashion can be distilled down from handcrafted couture into a mass produced production line so that a mere three weeks after models are seen slinking down the runways, curiously similar styles can be found in stores. Unlike food, though, fashion weathers the translation a bit better. One of the big names who does this well is 
To top your look off with a dash of fun, this jaunty little 
Creating innovative products isn't always the goal when parents design something that will fill a need. But it happens, and quite often, too. The 
Ok, you're pregnant. Now what? You know you'll need a boatload of diapers, but what else? There are so many options out there for baby, it's easy to get overwhelmed. You need some well-informed and experienced advice about what you'll really need at each phase.
, as well as a newborn consultant and mother of three. She has coached hundreds of families through early parenting, has worked in hospital nurseries and run a daycare center, among other things. In short, she knows what it takes to be prepared when babies and kids are involved. In her book, 
to 
) to parenting books and DVD's. She also give suggestions on what music your baby will enjoy. At the end of the book, Elaine offers up some great resources for online shopping. She breaks it all down into a master shopping list, which can be very helpful when it comes time to create a baby registry or make that first shopping trip for baby gear. 
With low-rise jeans being the popular trend these days, most of us have at least one pair in our closet. But the downfall to wearing low-rise jeans, as most of us know, can be showing off London and France as we sit down at the park, or bend over to tie our child's shoes. It can be embarrasing, to say the least.
