Stay at Home Moms - Going Back to Work After Several Years at Home

Are you a stay-at-home mom thinking of going back to work after spending several years at home with your children? Do you feel a little scared about stepping out of the comfort of your at-home routine and going back into the "adult" world? Take heart - with a little planning and positive self-talk, you can find your way back to the world of paid work while still feeling good about what you've accomplished at home with your little ones.

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Follow these tips before beginning your job search:

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Make a list of your skills and interests. What do you love to do? What are you really good at? Sometimes stay-at-home mothers have lost touch with themselves due to focusing so much on caring for others. Decide if you want to work full-time or part-time and what kind of schedule and salary you are ready to accept. Surveys show that most success stories involve a return to full-time work, but part-time can still be an option if you are willing to accept lower wages and fewer benefits. Do some volunteering before you're ready to go back to work in order to have a better idea of what the workplace is like now. This is also a great way to acquire new skills for free. If you want a career instead of a job, get information on the training you'll need to take beforehand and figure out a way to get it. If you are returning to a career, make sure you get up-to-date about the requirements and training you may have missed out on during your absence from the workforce. Update your resume, making sure to explain gaps in your work history in an honest manner. Try to show that you have kept certain skills up-to-date throughout your time at home (e.g. time management, financial management, organizational skills) and through any volunteer opportunities you have had over the years (e.g. fund raising, heading a committee, organizing events). Take a look at employment opportunities announced in your local newspapers and online, and let people around you know that you are looking. Don't be afraid to ask if a business or organization you're interested in is hiring. When interviewing for a job, be honest about your availability. Are you going to have full-time child care or do you need a flexible schedule to still be available for your children at certain times (e.g. to pick them up after school or take them to lessons)? It's also very important to communicate your enthusiasm about getting back into the workforce! Make an effort to stay positive throughout the whole process of going back to work. You've been a stay-at-home mom for a long time, taking care of others and maybe frequently forgetting about your own needs. Confident, enthusiastic self-talk can do wonders for helping your transition back into the paid workforce.

There are around 81 million mothers in America today, all doing the best they can to care for their families and themselves. Stay-at-home mothers are in the minority and can often be made to feel inferior for having chosen to forsake their career and stay home with their children. But the truth is that every woman has the right to choose her own path through this journey called motherhood and to be proud of her accomplishments, be they juggling a career with duties at home, or being home full-time.

Whatever you do, don't diminish what you've accomplished at home over the last several years. Realize that you never stopped being a productive member of society, even though our society applauds paid labor more than unpaid labor.

Like all new beginnings (e.g. motherhood), your transition from stay-at-home mother to working mother may be fraught with difficulties and feelings of insecurity at first, but with a little time and determination, this, like all new experiences, will get much easier.

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Kidorable Raincoats - Wet Weather Gear for Kids With Personality

Most parents will agree that little ones light up with excitement when they see the various products which detail their favorite animal or theme. Most little boys love fire engines, pirates and dinosaurs, so dressing up as a fireman or pirate everyday would be every little boys dream. Kidorable can make those dreams become a reality for children as they have a fantastic range of themed raincoats designed especially with kids in mind.

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As with boys, most girls love dressing up, and a well known favourite costume for little girls is often butterflies and fairies. Again, Kidorable can make your childs fantasy come to life with a great selection girls raincoats to choose from. With Fairy, Butterfly, Lotus and Luckycat a firm favouirte with girls, along with cute animal designs such as Bee, Frog and Ladybug which are suitable for both boys and girls.

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All Kidorable raincoats come to life with these exciting and colourful designs. All of the coats have an attached elasticated hood which continue the fun theme and ensure your child will be kept dry from head to toe. The hoods are easy for children to put on and take off with easy to close poppers - ideal for little hands. The Fireman raincoat has a firemans hat for a hood, and the hood on the Pirate raincoat is pirates hat. The hood on the Luckycat raincoat has cute little cats ears.

The stylish Kidorable raincoats are made from PVC which is a hard wearing plastic fabric which is also easy to clean. You can now not only dress your child up as their favourite character, but protect them from heavy rain and wind with one of the Kidorable Raincoats. All raincoats come with a matching hanger. The girls and boys raincoats are available in a range of sizes, starting with the 'my first coat range' for 12 to 18 months and continuing right up until age 5-6 years.

Kidorable has taken into consideration that children have delicate skin. All of raincoats are lined with high quality polyester, for added comfort. One great thing about these raincoats, is that you can purchase matching accessories to complete your childs look such as rain hats, wellies, umbrellas and knitwear.

Kidorable raincoats are not only popular among children, but among parents too. Their eye-catching designs mean that their child will stand out from the crowd, and they'll have no problems getting their little one to wear their raincoat during bad weather. In fact these coats are suitable for use all year round as they are lightweight yet hard wearing. A coat that is easy to clean is an added bonus for any parent too.

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  • One hand multi position reclining seat
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Joovy Kooper Umbrella Stroller, Black Overview

The Kooper has all the features that you have come to expect from a Joovy such as a huge removable canopy with sun visor, and a large accessible storage basket. The Kooper's 1680D ultra premium fabric is as pleasing to the touch as to the eye while being ultra durable.

One-hand, infinite positioning recline seat, two cup holders and zippered pocket, and four quick release wheels are just a few features to make parents' lives a little easier. Ergonomic deluxe foam handles, all aluminum frame, and front suspension add to the solid feel of the stroller.

Baby is secure and comfortable in a five-point harness with three shoulder-height anchor points, two mesh pockets in the seat and cushioned shoulder pads. Baby can enjoy the stroller from 6 months to 50 pounds. The Kooper features a compact, traditional 3-dimensional umbrella fold for quick easy storage. It weighs in at only 17.9 pounds and meets the most rigorous product safety testing standards for the industry.

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  • 5-point harness with 3 shoulder-height anchor points
  • Cushioned shoulder padsHuge, removable canopy with sun visor
  • Large accessible storage basket1680D ultra premium durable fabric
  • One-hand, infinite position recline seat2 cup holders
  • Zippered pocket
  • 4 quick release wheels
  • 3 mesh pockets in the seat
  • Traditional umbrella fold for quick and easy storage
  • For children 6 months and up to 50 lbs.
  • Assembled Dimensions: 21"W x 31.5"D x 40"H
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  • Stroller Weight: 17.9 lbs.




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How to Find the Perfect Toy For Kids of Any Age

Shopping for my own children is easier than buying for my nieces and nephews. I just seem to know what my kids like (perhaps its the constant begging). But when holiday shopping for other children the game becomes more difficult because I don't know for sure what they would like or what would be appropriate for kids their age.

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One obvious solution is to ask their parents. That works well, but if you don't want the parents to know in advance, where do you turn to find age appropriate research information?

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I've discovered that two websites provide this kind of data pretty well. One is Amazon, although my favorite is one called Fat Brain Toys, based out of Omaha. The website is fatbraintoys.com. They have a retail store, but also this most incredible website that gives great descriptions and reviews of more cool and unique toys than you'd ever find on a Walmart shelf, and they have these great graphs that show you which age of kid actually plays with the toy in question. So a toy that the manufacturer thinks would be loved by an 8 year old is actually preferred by the 5 and 6 year olds. How would I know that without their help?

We've found this information to be invaluable in our holiday shopping and I would suggest that you give it a look if you're struggling to find that perfect gift. For once this year I don't have to beg for a list from anyone, I can buy a genuine surprise item and know that it will be unique and loved by the children I'm buying for.

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Newborn Necessities - Gear &amp; Supplies For a Baby's First Weeks

The task of shopping for your first baby can be exciting and overwhelming. It is hard to distinguish between the "wants" and the "needs" and extremely hard to stay focused on your first trip to Babies "R" Us.

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Below you will find a list for baby gear, toys, feeding, & sleeping. I do not address what you will need for grooming, diapering or clothing; make sure you add these items to your list.

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Newborn Necessities:

Infant Car Seat: you will need a rear facing infant seat. I am a big fan of the Graco Snug Ride.

Diaper Bag: Invest in one that will last, is easy to clean, and easy to organize. Make it stylish, too. A Polka Dot Moon offers many hip choices.

Stroller: Some lifestyles call for a jogging stroller while many parents can get by with a simple umbrella stroller.

Carrier: You will have several options in this category and it is a very personal choice.
Most of my friends swear by the baby Bjorn front carrier, but many love using a sling, especially one with a fun pattern like the ones from Serena & Lily. Personally, I preferred the stroller and the infant carrier inserted in a stroller. As my babies got older, I found I had a lot of use for a frame backpack, but this should really not be on your "need' list as you will not use it right away. If this is your fist baby I suggest waiting until after the baby is born, take baby with you and try on several carries to find what you are comfortable using.

Toys: For the first weeks your baby will enjoy your face the most, but eventually your baby will like some variety. A rattle with bright colors, black white patterned books and anything with a variety of texture are all good choices.

Activity: A bouncy seat or swing will be the prefect solution to giving your baby a new view of the world. Fisher price makes a handy portable swing that works great for home and travel.

Bottle Feeding: You will need to start with 4 ounce bottles and change to the 8 ounce as your baby grows. You may want to invest in a variety of nipples until you find what your baby prefers. If your baby is formula fed it is helpful to have enough to get your through the first week home. Your doctor can advise you on how much this may be or you can use this guide: Multiple the baby's weight by 2.5 ounces of formula.

Breast Feeding: Nursing bras- 3 to 4, nursing pads, nipple cream and a breast pump. There are several options available: manual, personal, electric and hospital grade. Usually the biggest factor when making this purchase is budget.

Burp Cloths & Bibs: Purchase several of these and keep them close by: In the car, the diaper bag, stroller, nursery and kitchen.

Sleeping: Many parents are very eager to get the crib set up before the baby comes home from the hospital, but the truth is, most babies don't sleep in one for a few weeks. If you are going to start the baby in your room, a bassinet, Moses basket or co-sleeper will keep the baby close and safe. A moses basket is a great option if the baby will be sleeping in different rooms. It is easy to transport. As a safety precaution you should not transport the Moses basket with the baby inside.

Other Sleeping items include:

Crib & Mattress: Choose a mattress that is not too soft, a firm mattress helps prevent SIDS.

Fitted Crib Sheets: Have at least 3 on hand to make middle of the night changes much quicker and easier.

Waterproof liners: These help protect the mattress from accidents.

Swaddling Blankets: A blanket specifically designed for swaddling works much better than a receiving blanket. A well swaddled baby often equals a comfortably sleeping baby. Buy 2 to make laundry time easier.

Monitor: For many parents this item falls into the "want" category while others cannot live without it. If your house is not too large and you feel confident that you will easily hear your baby then you will probably not need a monitor. If the monitor will give you peace of mind, then it may be worth the cost.

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