http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/feed/? Latest topics Sun, 14 Dec 2008 22:35:01 GMT 10 http://i13.servimg.com/u/f13/11/74/29/45/2007lo10.gif http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/feed/? http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/entertainment-f4/calling-all-moms-hearts-at-home-conference-just-for-you-t55.htm JulieKaiser You don't have to be a stay-at-home mom to love taking the day off and attending a conference designed specifically for your job as a Mom. I've gone five years now and always found the weekend to be motivational and high energy. Best part? No kids! There are hands-on practical workshops on everything from babies to teenagers, marriage and home management. The key note speaker this year is Ken Davis, and he is hysterical. I heard him a couple of years ago and cried I laughed so hard. If ... Entertainment Fri, 18 Jan 2008 19:56:56 GMT http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/entertainment-f4/calling-all-moms-hearts-at-home-conference-just-for-you-t55.htm#129 http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/entertainment-f4/calling-all-moms-hearts-at-home-conference-just-for-you-t55.htm http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/parenting-information-sharing-f6/training-cups-t188.htm lfrench Has anyone used the Dr. Brown's Training Cups? My son will be 9 months old on Jan. 2nd. Would anyone recommend these? I was searching for bottles on Walmart.com and these came up. I was curious about them. If you have used them, can you put formula in them? Thanks! Parenting Information Sharing Sun, 14 Dec 2008 22:35:01 GMT http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/parenting-information-sharing-f6/training-cups-t188.htm#419 http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/parenting-information-sharing-f6/training-cups-t188.htm http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/parenting-information-sharing-f6/in-home-daycare-very-small-one-opening-now-available-t182.htm gwasmer Hello moms! I have a small daycare in my home for up to three children, ages 6wks-5yrs. One of the children I watch is moving on to a preschool, so I now have a opening for a full-time mobile child aged 9mo-2yrs, which is available starting 9/22/08. I am the mother of a 14-month-old boy who is sweet and funny and loves other kids! I have a warm and comfy house, and your child will receive all the care and encouragement I give to my own son. My goal is to create a joyful & loving environment ... Parenting Information Sharing Wed, 10 Sep 2008 17:47:54 GMT http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/parenting-information-sharing-f6/in-home-daycare-very-small-one-opening-now-available-t182.htm#405 http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/parenting-information-sharing-f6/in-home-daycare-very-small-one-opening-now-available-t182.htm http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/featured-topic-this-week-f24/survey-for-prizes-t187.htm Carrie We are thrilled to launch our 2008 Annual Reader Survey. Now's your chance to help us take measure of the website: what works, what doesn't, what resources you use over and over and what areas we need to increase or improve. We want to hear from you! The survey takes about five minutes to complete. We know you are busy so we wanted to make your time worthwhile. Our area sponsors have generously stepped up to offer our survey participants the chance to win amazing prizes, which will be given ... Featured topic this week! Mon, 17 Nov 2008 03:26:10 GMT http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/featured-topic-this-week-f24/survey-for-prizes-t187.htm#417 http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/featured-topic-this-week-f24/survey-for-prizes-t187.htm http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/all-about-food-f3/unusual-read-no-sandwiches-lunch-box-ideas-t53.htm Suz My kindergartner does not eat cold sandwiches (or string cheese!), so packing a lunch for him is pretty tough... any ideas (esp. for protein???)? I'm sure we're both getting tired of his "usual" ... Gogurt, NutriGrain bar, goldfish crackers and banana!!! All About Food Tue, 15 Jan 2008 03:49:34 GMT http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/all-about-food-f3/unusual-read-no-sandwiches-lunch-box-ideas-t53.htm#124 http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/all-about-food-f3/unusual-read-no-sandwiches-lunch-box-ideas-t53.htm http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/going-green-f9/freecycle-t49.htm pcsportinclays
I am a member, and it has really come in handy for cost cutting ways to save when finding/getting things for children.

If some of you (who are not members) do so before this Saturday, you should join us at a big free for all that is being held on Saturday.

Join us in all kinds of fun with freecycle!!]]> Going Green Fri, 11 Jan 2008 05:02:19 GMT http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/going-green-f9/freecycle-t49.htm#111 http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/going-green-f9/freecycle-t49.htm http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/shopping-f5/consignment-resale-shops-t63.htm Kim L. Little Does anyone have any favorite consignment or kids resales shops you love? Shopping Mon, 28 Jan 2008 01:49:24 GMT http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/shopping-f5/consignment-resale-shops-t63.htm#164 http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/shopping-f5/consignment-resale-shops-t63.htm http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/parenting-information-sharing-f6/lasik-t186.htm bam920
Have any of you or do you know anyone who had LASIK done in the area?

If so, tell me who to see or who to avoid. We need to figure out if my husband can get this done next year.

Thanks in advanced.
Mindi]]> Parenting Information Sharing Sat, 18 Oct 2008 20:39:58 GMT http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/parenting-information-sharing-f6/lasik-t186.htm#413 http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/parenting-information-sharing-f6/lasik-t186.htm http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/parenting-information-sharing-f6/protocol-for-birthday-party-t185.htm Boomer We are having a birthday party for our soon-to-be 6 year old son. It is his first big party. My question has to do with presents. My son has been to a few parties where the gift-opening is a little over the top and unbearable, sometimes taking well over an hour. While I would prefer to not have gifts brought at all, my husband feels like we should allow gifts since this is our son's first big party. So my question is whether or not it would be rude to just have him open gifts after the kids ... Parenting Information Sharing Wed, 08 Oct 2008 15:49:48 GMT http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/parenting-information-sharing-f6/protocol-for-birthday-party-t185.htm#411 http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/parenting-information-sharing-f6/protocol-for-birthday-party-t185.htm http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/parenting-information-sharing-f6/errand-sitter-needed-t184.htm Lescoop77 Hello. Currently, I am a stay-at-home mom of an infant who is almost 7 months old. The closest family that my husband and I have is over an hour away. Currently when I need a sitter we have grandma come up - but it is beginning to get difficult as far as schedules. Therefore, I am looking for someone who could watch my son while I ran small errands here and there (i.e. doc appts, grocery shopping, etc.). Is there anyone out there who would be interested in this, know someone who might be ... Parenting Information Sharing Thu, 02 Oct 2008 19:39:06 GMT http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/parenting-information-sharing-f6/errand-sitter-needed-t184.htm#410 http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/parenting-information-sharing-f6/errand-sitter-needed-t184.htm http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/parenting-information-sharing-f6/wwwsittercitycom-t81.htm Amy C. Ridley www.sittercity.com and wonder if anyone is familiar with this service? Has anyone tried them? Does anyone have any information about them to share? If you haven't heard of them, check out their website. If the service is as good as they advertise, it could be awesome! Thanks!]]> Parenting Information Sharing Thu, 07 Feb 2008 01:12:21 GMT http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/parenting-information-sharing-f6/wwwsittercitycom-t81.htm#212 http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/parenting-information-sharing-f6/wwwsittercitycom-t81.htm http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/parenting-information-sharing-f6/doula-t96.htm bam920
Private message me if you want.

I am going to deliver at St Johns and if it matters we are having a VBAC this time around.
Thanks in advanced!]]> Parenting Information Sharing Fri, 29 Feb 2008 23:19:02 GMT http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/parenting-information-sharing-f6/doula-t96.htm#254 http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/parenting-information-sharing-f6/doula-t96.htm http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/parenting-information-sharing-f6/gas-colic-t183.htm Isabellasmommy
Vanessa]]> Parenting Information Sharing Sat, 20 Sep 2008 04:28:28 GMT http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/parenting-information-sharing-f6/gas-colic-t183.htm#407 http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/parenting-information-sharing-f6/gas-colic-t183.htm http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/activity-corner-f1/moms-club-open-house-t181.htm Carrie MOMS Club Monthly Socials – Open to Members and Non-Members
Wednesday, September 17th, 10:00 am: Fall Open House at Southern View Park (S. 4th St., Southern View). Non-members welcome!

Email: momsclubssil@hotmail.com for more information.]]> Activity Corner Wed, 10 Sep 2008 01:02:45 GMT http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/activity-corner-f1/moms-club-open-house-t181.htm#404 http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/activity-corner-f1/moms-club-open-house-t181.htm http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/parenting-information-sharing-f6/2-year-old-needs-fun-activity-without-parents-t178.htm JULIE BOEHLER My two year old is only talking using one words. His doctor is concerned because he should be using 2-3 words together. We had a speech evaluation done today and the therapist told us that she thinks he needs to be in a daycare setting away from his parents and brother a few days a week. Most daycares have you pay for full time even if you take him part time. His Grandparents take care of him during the day. We were hoping to find something like fun shop but without us being there with ... Parenting Information Sharing Wed, 27 Aug 2008 01:50:56 GMT http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/parenting-information-sharing-f6/2-year-old-needs-fun-activity-without-parents-t178.htm#397 http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/parenting-information-sharing-f6/2-year-old-needs-fun-activity-without-parents-t178.htm http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/parenting-information-sharing-f6/potty-training-t177.htm TwinsMom06 I am need of help....I am beginning to potty train my nearly 2 yr old boy & girl twins. I am looking to get any advice on where to begin? Parenting Information Sharing Fri, 22 Aug 2008 03:13:32 GMT http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/parenting-information-sharing-f6/potty-training-t177.htm#394 http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/parenting-information-sharing-f6/potty-training-t177.htm http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/parenting-information-sharing-f6/cloth-diapers-at-our-target-t180.htm Carrie I was at Target yesterday and they had one little row of cloth diapers (they were on an end cap on the first isle of baby items facing the furniture). They are the Bum Genius 3.0 One Size Pockets. They also are carrying wet bags for cloth diapers (or other needs). If you cd, please consider buying from Target. It will show Target that there is a market for these eco-friendly choices in Springfield. I bought one for the new baby (even tho I just bought a whole bunch). If ... Parenting Information Sharing Fri, 29 Aug 2008 01:48:29 GMT http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/parenting-information-sharing-f6/cloth-diapers-at-our-target-t180.htm#399 http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/parenting-information-sharing-f6/cloth-diapers-at-our-target-t180.htm http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/going-green-f9/cloth-diapers-at-our-target-t179.htm Carrie I was at Target yesterday and they had one little row of cloth diapers (they were on an end cap on the first isle of baby items facing the furniture). They are the Bum Genius 3.0 One Size Pockets. They also are carrying wet bags for cloth diapers (or other needs). If you cd, please consider buying from Target. It will show Target that there is a market for these eco-friendly choices in Springfield. I bought one for the new baby (even tho I just bought a whole bunch). If ... Going Green Fri, 29 Aug 2008 01:47:40 GMT http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/going-green-f9/cloth-diapers-at-our-target-t179.htm#398 http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/going-green-f9/cloth-diapers-at-our-target-t179.htm http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/parenting-information-sharing-f6/new-multiple-sets-in-the-nicu-t144.htm TABLEFOR6 Ya!.......There are 3 new triplet sets in the NICU doing really well. They all seem to be around 3 pounds now. We are so proud of the parents and St. Johns staff for doing such a great job. Keep your eyes open because rumor has it that there are 4 more expecting sets in the Springfield area. Go MOMS!!!!! Keep up the good work. If you get the message and are expecting please call Leslie at 391-4662 or Kelly at 487-7034 so we can mentor you through the pregnancy and hopefully get the best ... Parenting Information Sharing Tue, 29 Apr 2008 11:23:48 GMT http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/parenting-information-sharing-f6/new-multiple-sets-in-the-nicu-t144.htm#339 http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/parenting-information-sharing-f6/new-multiple-sets-in-the-nicu-t144.htm http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/going-green-f9/pres-bush-signs-legislation-banning-lead-phthalates-t176.htm Jen Dillman President Bush Signs Legislation Banning Lead and Phthalates More Recent Articles Search The Soft Landing Blog -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- The Soft Landing Blog - President Bush Signs Legislation Banning Lead and Phthalates President Bush Signs Legislation Banning Lead and Phthalates Woohoo! This is momentous news, sure to cause waves of changes across the country. The New York Times released the announcement, ... Going Green Sat, 16 Aug 2008 00:47:46 GMT http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/going-green-f9/pres-bush-signs-legislation-banning-lead-phthalates-t176.htm#393 http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/going-green-f9/pres-bush-signs-legislation-banning-lead-phthalates-t176.htm http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/technical-assistance-f21/profile-photos-t119.htm Kim L. Little how do I post a photo in my profile?

the forum novice,
thanks!]]> Technical Assistance Tue, 08 Apr 2008 03:54:05 GMT http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/technical-assistance-f21/profile-photos-t119.htm#292 http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/technical-assistance-f21/profile-photos-t119.htm http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/going-green-f9/back-to-school-eco-style-t173.htm Jen Dillman Back To School … Eco-Style! Here are some green tips to apply at school According to the Green Book © 2007, each American consumes on average over 6 napkins per day! If we all use just 1 fewer napkin per day, it would save 150 million of them from hitting the trash can! Practically speaking, we still need to use napkins and paper towels, but we can set the example for schools to use recycled paper products and encourage less waste overall. Thank you to Springfield Mom Noel ... Going Green Wed, 06 Aug 2008 00:24:13 GMT http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/going-green-f9/back-to-school-eco-style-t173.htm#387 http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/going-green-f9/back-to-school-eco-style-t173.htm http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/going-green-f9/restore-donate-or-purchase-go-green-t175.htm Kim L. Little A great way to go green is to recycle your household goods and materials and save money too! We just got a new kitchen sink and recycled our old one to ReStore. Have you been to ReStore, the store that sells all sorts of household supplies, materials and wares both new and used on Jefferson. Profits from the store go to Habitat for Humanity of Sangamon County. It's a fantastic store! Donate some of your materials, and stay and shop for reduced price painting supplies, cleaning supplies, ... Going Green Tue, 12 Aug 2008 02:53:37 GMT http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/going-green-f9/restore-donate-or-purchase-go-green-t175.htm#390 http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/going-green-f9/restore-donate-or-purchase-go-green-t175.htm http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/featured-topic-this-week-f24/do-you-use-facebook-let-us-know-t174.htm Kim L. Little Forum users: Do you use Facebook? Yes or No...or maybe so? I was a maybe so, until last night, when a friend finally nudged me to get into Facebook. I was immediately hooked and could not believe how fast and easy it was to get a page launched and how quickly it connected me with names and faces from my past, present...and future! The interconnections from my high school, college, work and personal life just kept coming! We'd like to know if we set up a Springfield Moms group on ... Featured topic this week! Tue, 12 Aug 2008 02:50:01 GMT http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/featured-topic-this-week-f24/do-you-use-facebook-let-us-know-t174.htm#389 http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/featured-topic-this-week-f24/do-you-use-facebook-let-us-know-t174.htm http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/all-about-food-f3/dynamic-deals-page-coming-soon-t166.htm Kim L. Little hi everyone..we are working on a new dynamic deals page featured all of the cool promos for your birthday, punch cards shopping reward programs, etc. Have a great deal you know of? We want deals and rewards for adults AND kids!! Send on in!! here are a couple sent in this morning by Aimee Ayers Mansfield-- thansk! The Noodles Company offers a free dish for your birthday 18 and older . If you sign up, you get one meal free with the purchase of another meal. Here is the Noodle Company http://www.fishbowl.com/clt/ndls/lp/join/join.asp Lone ... All About Food Fri, 01 Aug 2008 16:31:57 GMT http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/all-about-food-f3/dynamic-deals-page-coming-soon-t166.htm#378 http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/all-about-food-f3/dynamic-deals-page-coming-soon-t166.htm http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/going-green-f9/green-books-t172.htm Jen Dillman
Thank you!]]> Going Green Wed, 06 Aug 2008 00:22:05 GMT http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/going-green-f9/green-books-t172.htm#386 http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/going-green-f9/green-books-t172.htm http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/going-green-f9/ask-ecomom-t171.htm Jen Dillman http://www.springfieldmoms.org/resources/going_green.htm#Ask_EcoMom called Ask Eco Mom! Email me or post your questions here. All questions will be entered into our monthly drawing.

Thanks!!]]> Going Green Wed, 06 Aug 2008 00:20:45 GMT http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/going-green-f9/ask-ecomom-t171.htm#385 http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/going-green-f9/ask-ecomom-t171.htm http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/entertainment-f4/batman-t170.htm Carrie Just saw it over the weekend and it was pretty good. Stuck with me for a while too. A bit freaky I have to say! They are saying it may pass Titanic for all time sales!! ]]> Entertainment Mon, 04 Aug 2008 13:12:43 GMT http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/entertainment-f4/batman-t170.htm#383 http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/entertainment-f4/batman-t170.htm http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/shopping-f5/any-spot-great-deals-on-back-to-school-items-t169.htm Carrie Anyone find some outstanding deals for back to school items?? Shopping Mon, 04 Aug 2008 13:09:40 GMT http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/shopping-f5/any-spot-great-deals-on-back-to-school-items-t169.htm#382 http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/shopping-f5/any-spot-great-deals-on-back-to-school-items-t169.htm http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/parenting-information-sharing-f6/lll-in-decatur-t168.htm Carrie The LLL in Decatur is hosting meetings the 2nd Friday of the month at Westsminster Church at 10am. (in Decatur) The Westminster Church in Decatur is on the corner of Fairview & W. Main Street. Parking and entry are located on Park Place Street on the west side of the church. Please use the most convenient parking lot located on the north side of the building, or street parking on Park Place Street. Call LLL of Decatur anytime to ask breastfeeding questions · Lisa ... Parenting Information Sharing Mon, 04 Aug 2008 13:07:21 GMT http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/parenting-information-sharing-f6/lll-in-decatur-t168.htm#381 http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/parenting-information-sharing-f6/lll-in-decatur-t168.htm http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/entertainment-f4/il-state-fair-t161.htm chrisrace I was wondering if you guys had any suggestions for things to do at the fair with younger children who are too young for the big rides that doesn't involve just hanging out in the Adventure Village? Entertainment Thu, 31 Jul 2008 01:31:53 GMT http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/entertainment-f4/il-state-fair-t161.htm#372 http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/entertainment-f4/il-state-fair-t161.htm http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/featured-topic-this-week-f24/dynamic-deals-page-coming-soon-t167.htm Kim L. Little hi everyone..we are working on a new dynamic deals page featured all of the cool promos for your birthday, punch cards shopping reward programs, etc. Have a great deal you know of? We want deals and rewards for adults AND kids!! Send on in!! here are a couple sent in this morning by Aimee Ayers Mansfield-- thansk! The Noodles Company offers a free dish for your birthday 18 and older . If you sign up, you get one meal free with the purchase of another meal. Here is the Noodle Company http://www.fishbowl.com/clt/ndls/lp/join/join.asp Lone ... Featured topic this week! Fri, 01 Aug 2008 16:32:28 GMT http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/featured-topic-this-week-f24/dynamic-deals-page-coming-soon-t167.htm#379 http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/featured-topic-this-week-f24/dynamic-deals-page-coming-soon-t167.htm http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/entertainment-f4/online-resource-for-selecting-and-reviewing-books-etc-t102.htm lisamarch I've been on goodreads.com for a few months now. You can keep a list of what books you want to read, what books you are reading, and what books you have read, and you can review the books you've read. And, you can invite friends to the site and share ideas. When they have updated their lists, you get an email to see what they've added (they find out when you've posted, too). It's a great way to find new books to read, make friends, etc. Entertainment Tue, 11 Mar 2008 02:02:51 GMT http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/entertainment-f4/online-resource-for-selecting-and-reviewing-books-etc-t102.htm#267 http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/entertainment-f4/online-resource-for-selecting-and-reviewing-books-etc-t102.htm http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/activity-corner-f1/directory-is-live-and-updated-t165.htm Kim L. Little The Birthday Party Resource page on the main site continue to be one of our top viewed pages thanks to jen dillman's efforts and lots of great ideas from our readers. Did you see the list of at-home parties written by local mom, Allison Klint? Great and fun ideas! Whether you have an at-home party or off-site party...continue to share your ideas! http://www.springfieldmoms.org/resources/birthday_party_ideas.htm Activity Corner Fri, 01 Aug 2008 16:24:32 GMT http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/activity-corner-f1/directory-is-live-and-updated-t165.htm#376 http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/activity-corner-f1/directory-is-live-and-updated-t165.htm http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/going-green-f9/any-remaining-neighborhood-sales-to-post-t164.htm Kim L. Little springfieldmoms.org@gmail.com

TODAY and tomorrow is Colony West, Brentwood, Montvale subdivision sale....ENJOY!]]> Going Green Fri, 01 Aug 2008 16:21:20 GMT http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/going-green-f9/any-remaining-neighborhood-sales-to-post-t164.htm#375 http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/going-green-f9/any-remaining-neighborhood-sales-to-post-t164.htm http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/featured-topic-this-week-f24/new-single-parent-support-group-social-network-t163.htm Kim L. Little We are also proud to be the sponsors of a NEW support group (social network) of single parents that are springfieldmoms.org readers. Whether you are a single mom or single dad, join us on Saturday August 16th at 4:00 p.m. at the Washington Park Pavillion (the big covered area near the playground.) Look for the springfield moms shirts and fliers. You are welcome to bring your children. Email Springfieldmoms.org@gmail if you can join us. If you cannot attend the first meeting, email ... Featured topic this week! Fri, 01 Aug 2008 16:18:42 GMT http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/featured-topic-this-week-f24/new-single-parent-support-group-social-network-t163.htm#374 http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/featured-topic-this-week-f24/new-single-parent-support-group-social-network-t163.htm http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/activity-corner-f1/new-single-parent-support-group-social-network-t162.htm Kim L. Little We are also proud to be the sponsors of a NEW support group (social network) of single parents that are springfieldmoms.org readers. Whether you are a single mom or single dad, join us on Saturday August 16th at 4:00 p.m. at the Washington Park Pavillion (the big covered area near the playground.) Look for the springfield moms shirts and fliers. You are welcome to bring your children. Email Springfieldmoms.org@gmail.com if you can join us. If you cannot join us and would like to remain ... Activity Corner Fri, 01 Aug 2008 16:17:35 GMT http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/activity-corner-f1/new-single-parent-support-group-social-network-t162.htm#373 http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/activity-corner-f1/new-single-parent-support-group-social-network-t162.htm http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/shopping-f5/peacelovemom-t-s-t118.htm Kim L. Little Calling all GREEN moms! It's a little pricey, but it's a website full of creative t-shirts to make all moms smile. They have a promo going on right now, if you use Greenmom in the checkout, you can get the organic, Green mom T-shirt with free shipping and a free canvas bag for $38. If that isn't your style, check out the other slogan T's "Balanced Mom," "Lucky Mom" and the one I love that I received for my birthday "WonderMom!" They are all available at ... Shopping Tue, 08 Apr 2008 03:50:45 GMT http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/shopping-f5/peacelovemom-t-s-t118.htm#291 http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/shopping-f5/peacelovemom-t-s-t118.htm http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/what-s-new-f2/need-a-part-time-full-time-sitter-t160.htm gamobaby I am testing this post. I read the guidelines and could not tell if it was against the rules to post this. Please delete if so, I do not want to break the rules of this neat site! Our little family just moved to Springfield and we are settling in. I used to work full time as a social worker. I have my MSW. Now, however, I stay home with my son. I am hoping to connect with some working parents who may need full time or part time childcare during the work day. I would like to help ... What's new Thu, 17 Jul 2008 20:10:27 GMT http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/what-s-new-f2/need-a-part-time-full-time-sitter-t160.htm#370 http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/what-s-new-f2/need-a-part-time-full-time-sitter-t160.htm http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/parenting-information-sharing-f6/any-other-adoptive-families-t159.htm gamobaby Hi. My name is Katie and I am the mom to a wonderful son who was born in Ethiopia, Africa. My husband and I are adoptiong again from Ethiopia and our daugther will be home early next year. I participate in the Ethiopian Cultural Club in IL (www.ethiopiankids.net) and have heard that there are some other families in Springfield that have adopted from Ethiopia. We have just moved here from up north and know no one! I am hoping to connect to some other adoptive families (not nessesarily from Ethiopia) ... Parenting Information Sharing Thu, 17 Jul 2008 20:02:33 GMT http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/parenting-information-sharing-f6/any-other-adoptive-families-t159.htm#369 http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/parenting-information-sharing-f6/any-other-adoptive-families-t159.htm http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/shopping-f5/gift-should-be-useful-for-all-t158.htm Anonymous Not only birth day gift .. all the gift should be useful for our dally life .i think so.. For child they will count for interested things also. So it should be good looking, interested, it means you have to care full about child interest also, and useful. Site is trying to give good idea about birth day gift. It is really appreciable . 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Tanya]]> Activity Corner Wed, 02 Jul 2008 22:04:01 GMT http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/activity-corner-f1/isn-t-there-any-playdates-around-t157.htm#366 http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/activity-corner-f1/isn-t-there-any-playdates-around-t157.htm http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/parenting-information-sharing-f6/skin-care-t156.htm spfldmom08 Just wondering if any of you mom's have ever wanted to pamper yourself and had a facial peel/chemical peel/microdermabrasion done? Where did you go? What procedure do you recommend or not recommend? I'm interested, but have no idea where to go or who to see in the Springfield area. Any info or recommendations would be appreciated! Parenting Information Sharing Mon, 30 Jun 2008 04:45:34 GMT http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/parenting-information-sharing-f6/skin-care-t156.htm#364 http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/parenting-information-sharing-f6/skin-care-t156.htm http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/activity-corner-f1/free-summer-movie-programs-t152.htm Kim L. Little Don't miss these terrific FREE programs this summer in the Springfield area: Illinois State Museum: Summer Movie Series FREE admission! flier here Kerasotes Theaters: Summer Movie Series at ShowPlace East 8 on Dirksen Parkway FREE admission this year flier here Summer Reading Programs at area public libraries. pdf fliers are available on Kim's Blog on the main springfieldmoms site Scroll to June 8, 2008. More here. http://www.springfieldmoms.org/blog.htm Activity Corner Mon, 09 Jun 2008 21:24:48 GMT http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/activity-corner-f1/free-summer-movie-programs-t152.htm#357 http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/activity-corner-f1/free-summer-movie-programs-t152.htm http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/parenting-information-sharing-f6/summer-sitter-needed-t149.htm hebxi1 My husband and I are looking for a sitter for the summer. We have 3 children, ages 11, 9, and (almost) 8. We live near Springfield High and will need someone from June 4th through August 22nd, with the first week of August off for our family vacation. Ideally we would like a driving-age teen or a college student, with the ability to take the children to the library, park, and possibly the water park. If you or someone you know is interested, please call me (Becca) at 553-8164 and ... Parenting Information Sharing Tue, 13 May 2008 16:34:56 GMT http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/parenting-information-sharing-f6/summer-sitter-needed-t149.htm#347 http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/parenting-information-sharing-f6/summer-sitter-needed-t149.htm http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/entertainment-f4/blessed-sacrament-garden-party-tonight-t155.htm Bruinsmom1 The Blessed Sacrament Garden Party is being held tonight at Blessed Sacrament School (on the corner of Glenwood and Laurel behind the school) from 5:30pm-9:30pm. There will be rides,games, food and lots of fun for everyone! Bring the family and come help celebrate a great Blessed Sacrament Tradition! Entertainment Wed, 18 Jun 2008 19:40:27 GMT http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/entertainment-f4/blessed-sacrament-garden-party-tonight-t155.htm#360 http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/entertainment-f4/blessed-sacrament-garden-party-tonight-t155.htm http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/what-s-new-f2/pampered-pooch-contest-june-2008-t154.htm Kim L. Little www.ohmydogonline.com and enter your spoiled furry one into this contest! Don't miss her $5 off your first $25 purchase coupon on Mom's choice, exclusive for our readers. no purchase necessary to enter the contest!

[url=http://www.springfieldmoms.org/sponsor_coupons.htm#Oh_My_Dog!_A_Bow_Wow_Boutique]http://www.springfieldmoms.org/sponsor_coupons.htm#Oh_My_Dog!_A_Bow_Wow_Boutique[/url]]]> What's new Mon, 09 Jun 2008 21:29:27 GMT http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/what-s-new-f2/pampered-pooch-contest-june-2008-t154.htm#359 http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/what-s-new-f2/pampered-pooch-contest-june-2008-t154.htm http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/going-green-f9/neighborhood-garage-sale-list-updated-weekly-t153.htm Kim L. Little Thanks readers for helping us build a GREAT list of neighborhood area garage sales-- it's a low-cost fun activity and fun to bring your kids... trash to treasure have fun! thanks to lisa barutcu and amy mcfadden and to our webmaster dawn dively for keeping this page up to date! you can link to it here: or click on Garage Sales from the A-Z indexhttp://www.springfieldmoms.org/resources/garage_sales.htm Going Green Mon, 09 Jun 2008 21:27:13 GMT http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/going-green-f9/neighborhood-garage-sale-list-updated-weekly-t153.htm#358 http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/going-green-f9/neighborhood-garage-sale-list-updated-weekly-t153.htm http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/going-green-f9/green-flooring-solutions-t151.htm Jen Dillman Green Flooring Solutions by Stephen Frankenstein Your flooring choices can be an integral part of maintaining a “Green” home. There are many choices that you, the consumer, can make to minimize the environmental impact of your household. Most of these choices are not only representative of today’s colors and designs, but cost no more then standard flooring options. Here are a few tips for “Thinking Green!” when planning your flooring choices in the home. 1. Recycle! We ... Going Green Thu, 29 May 2008 12:12:07 GMT http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/going-green-f9/green-flooring-solutions-t151.htm#356 http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/going-green-f9/green-flooring-solutions-t151.htm http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/going-green-f9/dry-cleaners-t147.htm lisamarch I'm wondering if anyone knows of a local dry cleaner that has gone PERC-free. I looked by zip code on nodryclean.com and also on findco2.com, but no companies are showing up. In fact, from one of those two websites, it looks like there is only one such dry cleaner in the whole state. Any suggestions? For now, I guess we just be sure to take our dry cleaning out of its bag immediately, and hang the clothes for an hour in the garage before putting them in the closet. Going Green Fri, 09 May 2008 22:07:03 GMT http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/going-green-f9/dry-cleaners-t147.htm#344 http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/going-green-f9/dry-cleaners-t147.htm