Elaborating With Ellie

Thursday, January 14, 2010

What’s in a name?

We don’t have a name picked yet. Got one? Please share!

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Wednesday, January 13, 2010

I LOVE success stories. Today on NBC 4 at 5, we introduce you to a mom who took her invention from a little idea to a big success. This is a guest post from Toni Bloomfield of a new website called “Market Mommies.“ It’s a great way to shop and support “mom owned” businesses, and for mompreneurs to reach new customers and find success!

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Tuesday, January 12, 2010

Organizing the Kitchen

Today on NBC 4 at 5, a professional organizer reveals her favorite ways to whip our kitchens into shape. Here are some of her tips that we can all use to get organized. They are quick, easy, and really work!

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Monday, January 11, 2010

Another Baby on Board

My husband and I are blessed to be welcoming another baby girl to our family. I am due in April and we couldn’t be happier!

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Tuesday, November 24, 2009

New Crib Recall

The CPSC has issued a voluntary recall of more than 2.1 million Stork Craft drop-side cribs. Here’s the scoop.

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Tuesday, October 27, 2009

Baby Einstein DVD Refund

If you have any Baby Einstein DVDs at home, check out this refund offer. You can get $15.99 back for each DVD up to 4.

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Thursday, September 24, 2009

Children’s and Infants’ TYLENOL® Recall

There is a recall on Children’s Tylenol, and this affects millions of parents. Here is the information for you. I’ll be checking our bottles tonight, too.

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Tuesday, September 15, 2009

H1N1 Flu Prevention in Child Care Centers

There’s new information on the H1N1 virus and prevention of the flu in child care centers.

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Wednesday, August 26, 2009

New Car Seat Law in Ohio

The safety seat law in Ohio has changed and I’m finding most parents haven’t even heard about it. It’s a big change for parents and for children. Here’s the scoop.

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Wednesday, August 12, 2009

Money Saving Moms

I love it when moms take charge of the family finances and kick butt saving money! Here are some of my favorite money saving mommy blogs. Enjoy and feel free to add your favorite websites.

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Tuesday, August 11, 2009

Cocktails for a Cause

I’m happy to emcee “Cocktails for a Cause.“ It’s a fabulous fundraiser for Dress for Success Columbus. Here’s the scoop.

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Monday, August 10, 2009

New Research on Breastfeeding & Cancer Prevention

Researchers say there are even more reasons to breastfeed. What do you think?

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Thursday, June 11, 2009

Thankful

On a rainy, dreary day nothing beats a gratitude list. Let’s get a list going.

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Monday, June 08, 2009

Fearless

I am stunned by what I learn from my daughter. I don’t know if it is a stage my daughter is going through or if it’s her personality, but Caroline is clearly “fearless.“

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Wednesday, May 27, 2009

In One Word…

There are plenty of words to describe motherhood, but the challenge today is to pick just one.

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