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MMR Vaccine

January 24, 2012 By Weather Anchor Mama

I knew the day would eventually come when Princess would have to get the measles, mumps, and rubella shot aka MMR. I’ve been a bit apprehensive because of the controversy surrounding this vaccine. For those of you who aren’t familiar with the vaccination, here’s some background info. Studies have shown that since this vaccine was made available, MMR cases have drastically…

A Healthier Pumpkin Bread

January 22, 2012 By Weather Anchor Mama

Ever since I was a kid I loved to bake. Corn bread, cookies, lemon squares, brownies, are just some of my favorite treats to make. But with the demands of school, work, and now a toddler, baking has taken a back seat. Aside from whipping something up on special occasions, I really don’t have time…

Talkin’ About Skincare

January 20, 2012 By Weather Anchor Mama

I’ve been getting requests to do a skincare tutorial. Here I am makeup free! You’ll be surprised at what I do to my face. It ain’t much! My morning skincare ritual is simple but effective. I start with a gentle cleanser to remove overnight build-up without stripping my skin of its natural oils. This is…

When She Refuses

January 19, 2012 By Weather Anchor Mama

Princess never liked getting dressed, but she’s gotten much better. That’s because I try to make getting ready fun. Once I get the tunes going and play with her, it’s no longer a struggle. But, in recent months I’ve noticed that she’s becoming a bit picky with her outfits. Take this tutu set for instance:…

For the Last Time She Mine!

January 18, 2012 By Weather Anchor Mama

My hubby and I have always planned on having kids. I knew that starting a family wouldn’t be easy. I’m not just referring to the financial aspects of raising a child. I’m talking about how our children would be perceived. There was a good chance that our child would have darker features like me. There…

We’ve Become Those People

January 15, 2012 By Weather Anchor Mama

How many times have you seen a mom with kid(s) in tow, struggling to keep it together? I’ve seen quite a few like at the grocery store, the mall, and even restaurants. I used to ask myself, why doesn’t she leave the kids at home so she can shop in peace, and not have her…

The Cast is Finally Off!

January 13, 2012 By Weather Anchor Mama

Who would have thought that getting Princess’s cast removed would be an all day event? I had told boss lady early in the week that I’d probably be a little late for work. The fiasco that I went through getting the cast put on made me think to cover my basis. The plan was…

How I Get Fab Hair After a Workout

January 12, 2012 By Weather Anchor Mama

Balancing career and motherhood is hard enough. But, managing my hair is even harder, especially after exercising! As a weather anchor, my hair game has got to be tight. No excuses. I’ve come up with a routine before and after my workout to keep my mane looking fab on-air. Check it out! How do…