Working Mom Tip: Get More Sleep

As working moms, we do more in an hour than most people do in an entire day. Indeed, we maximize our time. One of the ways we do that is we get by on very little sleep. We do it for so long that we start to think of sleep deprivation as normal. We begin to think that "looking good" is the same as or as good as "feeling good".

We are drawn to articles that give us tips about how to look younger, well rested, and like we worked out. We believe that looking good is as good as being healthy...

 

Looking Good Is Not the Same As Being Healthy

 

In those articles we find what we're looking for. If you have a little time, a credit card and the internet you can invest in the best eye drops, eye cream and concealer that money can by so that you can appear to be well rested. You can also purchase vitamins, drinks, and even special lights that will "give you more energy". 

Given all of our demands, who can blame us???

 

Before I got pregnant, I subscribed to the belief that looking healthy was the same as being healthy. I believed that sincerely until I was brought to my knees by an infection that almost killed me. I ran 17 miles on a Monday and was in the ICU on Thursday. While I was sitting in my hospital bed I wondered, "how could I have become so disconnected from my body that I am considered to be in "unstable condition" and not even know it???

Working Mom Tip: A Packing Checklist

"Necessity is the mother of invention."

It has been proven many times, in many industries that checklists are the way to success. Creativity and thinking are necessary, but over time, a list that was created by a team who focused on the best, most efficient way to complete a task generally leads to better results. The reason is because humans are brilliant, complicated and well human.  Sometimes we make mistakes.

Checklists are the secret to success, especially for working moms...

Free Car Seat Inspections Statewide in Pennsylvania

Keeping our children safe is every parent's greatest priority. I learned that Pennsylvania is offering free car seat inspections this Thursday, May 23, 2013 on a fellow blogger's site. So, I decided to share that information with you.

Please see the links below for additional information.

Luv Saving Money: Free Carseat Inspections Statewide in Pennsylvania

Pittsburgh Car Seat Inspections: http://apps.pittsburghpa.gov/pghbop/Car_Seat_Flyer_2012.pdf

 

Car Seat Inspections in Pittsburgh

Pittsburgh Bureau of Police
Car Seat Inspection and Education Station
c/o Special Deployment Division
312 South Main Street (West End Circle)
Pittsburgh, PA  15220
Phone: 412-937-3051

 

 

 The precious cargo protected by a car seat...

 

 

 

 

 

Upcoming Speaking Event: Issue Briefing Addressing Reproductive Health Care for Underserved Populations

The Women and Girls Foundation and FISA Foundation present Issue Briefing Addressing Reproductive Health Care for Underserved Populations: Innovative Programming for Incarcerated Women and Minors Wednesday, May 29, 2013 at 9 a.m. Calvary Episcopal Church 315 Shady Avenue • Pittsburgh, PA 15206 Please join us to hear presentations by a panel of experts that will address efforts to improve reproductive health care for incarcerated women and also the rights of minors to access confidential healthcare. Several years ago the ACLU introduced a new program, “Do You Have to Tell My Mom?” to address the complicated legal issues that arise for adolescents who have been sexually assaulted and want to seek treatment, but are afraid or unwilling to involve their parents.  This work was incorporated into a broader initiative that clarified when minors were entitled to access confidential treatment.  It resulted in statewide trainings, new practice standards and user friendly reference materials. Last year, the ACLU of Pennsylvania issued a ground-breaking report, “Reproductive Health Locked Up,” examining policies for women in county jails across the state.  The report forms the basis of ongoing work to improve conditions. Learn in particular of on-going and successful efforts in Allegheny County. Come to hear about issues that are important to women and girls, ask questions and enjoy a lively discussion.  Refreshments will be provided. There is no cost to attend but please register as space is limited. Speakers: Carol Petraitis, Director Clara Bell Duvall Reproductive Freedom Project, ACLU of Pennsylvania Professor Alison Colbert, PhD, APRN, BC Duquesne University School of Nursing Chatón T. Turner, Esq. Associate Counsel University of Pittsburgh Medical Center

A Peek Into the Life of a Working Mom: Counting My Blessings

There are days when I think even atheists praise God. Today is one of those days. Yesterday I heard some very disturbing news about a young woman that reminded me of how blessed I am and have been. It’s not that I haven’t had challenges, but knowing about the challenged faced by others has a way of giving me perspective.

Today, I got up and went for a run. The sun is shining, which is always a major event in Pittsburgh. As I ran along the river I really experienced the splendor of it. I noticed the geese, the smells and enjoyed the warmth of the sunshine on my face. With each step my faith was renewed. I don’t know why I am so enormously blessed, but I believe that right thing to do, the only thing I can do is to be grateful.

Once my toddler wakes up I am going to hug her hard and enjoy every moment with her—even the crying, whining and potty accidents! (We’ll see if that’s a reality. I am grateful, but I am not perfect.)