Go-Go Mommy

Practicing Etiquette & An Awesome Photographer

A few weeks ago I got the brilliant idea of creating homemade cross-stitch thank you cards for Poppy's birthday party. Everyone had such a great time at her "morning sleepover" that I wanted to do something more meaningful than the typical store bought card to say thank you. (Actually I think I may have been channeling Soulemama!)

So here is the result of my work. All designs are my original Go-Go Mommy designs and while I started off with a contemporary "circles" theme (lower left), it evolved into a card of girl accessories (shoe, purse & boa) and then sleepover essentials (pillows and pajamas).

What I'm even more excited about is the fact that I also had the most incredible photographer at the party; Alie Leeflang. (If you don't believe me, just check out her website!) I can't believe that in a house full of 4 year old screaming girls she was able to get such beautiful shots. One look at her portfolio and you can immediately sense her innate gift of uncovering little ones' personalities. I can't say enough good things about her! I think this is the year we actually take a family photo for the holidays - I hope you're ready for the entire Go-Go Clan Alie!

I Got "The Nod!"

I just found out that Amy Sleep from Graco's Blog chose my post on "Banana peels and other ways to lose "cool points"." to receive Graco's "Monthly Nod" for February.

Yipee! My first major award as a blogger! Thank you Amy & Graco!

Blogging for a Cause: The Mothers Act

Today I blog in support of a very worthy cause: The Mothers Act. Although I typically like to keep my blogging to topics that are light, humorous, or related to the latest activities of my two girls, there are times that call for more serious dialogue. And this is one of them. So, I am participating in "Blog Day for the MOTHERS Act!".

The intent of the bill known as The Mothers Act is:
"To ensure that new mothers and their families are educated about postpartum depression, screened for symptoms, and provided with essential services, and to increase research at the National Institutes of Health on postpartum depression."

While I've never suffered from postpartum depression (PPD), I can't imagine being one of the 10-20% of new moms who do suffer from it. Let's face it, motherhood is difficult enough especially in the first few months. In today's world where so much is known about the "baby blues", PPD, and postpartum psychosis, it's time to help lift the weight of depression by erasing the shame and stigma associated with these conditions. And what better way than to simply TALK to new moms and sincerely ASK them how they are feeling. After all, there are moms and children out there who can greatly benefit from this Act.

I know that times can change and do change when there are there are enough voices calling out for it. Please add your voice to the mix by doing any or all of the following:
1. Blog about The Mothers Act today, October 14, 2007.
2. Link your blog to BlogHer here.
3. Display a Blog Day Mothers Act button on your site.
4. Call or write your Senator to support the Mothers Act. This Full House has provided an easy script for you:
"I'm calling because I want the Senator to vote for the MOTHERS Act, Senate Bill 1375.
I vote and live in the Senator's state."
5. Ask your friends and fellow bloggers to participate too!

Thank you!!

I also write at Silicon Valley Moms Blog as "JB".