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TimeSavers: With a new baby on your hands, time is gold |

Babies are joy personified, but your new arrival needs lots of face time with you. That means learning how to make the most of your time. So how can you trim the fat from your schedule?

Managing the Work-Mothering Guilt Monster |

Have you been scratched by the prickly thorn of motherhood, otherwise known as guilt?

Is This the Baby Blues? |

One moment, you’re on top of the world, so thrilled to be a mom. Then, Boom! You’re wondering what happened to your easy-going personality and how you will ever cope with the grown-up responsibilities of motherhood. Solution? Take a moment to “think hormonally”!

After the Birth: Feeling Fab In More Ways Than One |

Yes, your body has changed. But guess what: You can be more fabulous than ever. Here’s how.

Angel Hair with Garlic and Lemon-Parmesan Bread Crumbs |

With a few quick tweaks, you can adapt this 20-minute family recipe so that the baby can eat it with you.

Baby's First Recipes |

Baby's First Tooth Photo Tips |

Want to know how to make drool look good? Get a smile from a sore-gummed baby? Or capture a professional-grade portrait of that adorable one-toothed grin? Read on.

Birth in the U.S.A.: The big picture |

In July 2009, we asked Our365 moms to answer a series of questions about your birth experiences. Almost 12,000 moms of babies born in the previous two years completed the survey. Here's the picture they painted of birth in the U.S.A.

Got Milk? 15 most frequently asked questions about breastfeeding |

Got a breastfeeding dilemma that just can't wait? Or one that's been nagging you for a while? A veteran lactation consultant answers the questions that moms most frequently ask her.

Butternut Squash with Honey, Lemon & Parmesan |

A bright, sweet and savory flavor makes this family-friendly mash a fun departure from traditional squash preparations.

Calabacitas for the Whole Fam |

This delicious Southwestern recipe is great for the whole family, including babies 8 months and older.

Community Guidelines |

What's the difference between a group and a forum? When's the right time to message your group? What exactly is a blog? Get the answers here.

Consumer Alerts |

Check back often for the latest news on baby products that have been recalled for safety and health reasons.

How to Start and Manage a Babysitting Co-op |

Looking for a low-cost, flexible solution for your childcare needs? Set up a babysitting co-op and join other moms taking turns watching each other’s children. Here's how.

Finding Time for Yourself: 6 Questions for Dana Wood |

When you're pregnant, it's all about you. So why do moms tend to stop caring for themselves once they start caring for their little one? Magazine editor and mom Dana Wood explains why caring for yourself is just as important as caring for your baby, and shares her tips for making the most of your "me" time.

6 Fun Finger Foods |

Graduating to finger foods is an exciting - and important! - milestone. So put down the spoon and let your baby dig into these healthy - and adventurous - finger foods. Make some for yourself too; they're perfect for multitasking moms.

Baby's First Recipes |

Keep checking back as we add more recipes for months 6 through 12.

Ginger Pear Puree |

This fragrant baby puree, which you can make in the microwave or on the stove, freezes well for easy thaw-and-serve meals.

4 Fun First Halloween Decorating Projects |

Looking for some baby-friendly Halloween decorating ideas? Try these!

Halloween Treats for Babies |

For a fun, festive - and healthy - Halloween, try these quick and easy baby treats. They'll satisfy candy-crazed kids as well.

How to Make Your Own Baby Food: A Primer |

No doubt about it: Making your own baby food is both more nutritious and less expensive than any store-bought box or jar. It's also tastier. No time? Zero skills? No sweat. Making baby food can be easy and fast. here's how.

Making Our Babies Laugh, LOL |

We polled moms on how they make their babies laugh - here are our favorite responses.

Taking Care of Mama |

Yes, you can take care of your baby and your body at the same time! We've got a few simple tips to help you look as nurtured as your newborn.

Submit Your Momtip |

Submit your tip for the Our365 mom e-newsletter

10 Ways to Cut Yourself Some New Mom Slack |

If Mama ain’t happy, ain’t nobody happy! So \read these 10 tips for cutting yourself some new-mom slack

Happily Ever After: 6 Questions about Partnership Parenting |

Moms and dads parent differently. That can lead to conflict. Or it can strengthen your relationship and benefit your child, according to these leading researchers in co-parenting.

Perfect Chicken Puree |

An easy-to-make, easy-to-eat recipe for protein-packed mealtimes now — and later!

Crafty Mama Photo Gifts |

Got a camera, 15 minutes, and the crafty-mama bug? Save bucks and give family and friends gifts they're sure to ooh and aah over.

Poll Central |

What's the best baby naming trend? Is it okay to sleep with your baby? We've got questions, you've got opinions: Visit Poll Central, cast your votes and see how other moms are weighing in.

Pumping on the Job: Tips from the Front

If you plan to keep your baby on breast milk when you go back to work, you'll need a plan: Where will you pump? When will you pump? And how do you talk to your boss?

No Fuss Family Recipes |

Cutting back on ordering in and eating out? Try these no-fuss, quick-cook budget recipes shared by Our365 moms.

Help! A resource guide for moms and moms-to-be |

Advice, services, hotlines, support groups - if you're looking for prenatal, postpartum or parenting help; have questions about being a teen mom or applying for government assistance; or want advice on getting Dad involved or getting child support; check out our guide.

Vanilla-Cumin Roasted Carrots |

Enhanced by a dash of warm vanilla and honey, this side dish compliments any holiday meal.

Saving Money on Organics |

Feed your baby healthy food without making your wallet sick. Check out these guidelines for going organic on a budget.

Southwestern Polenta Lasagna |

This 20-minute recipe includes a tweak that lets you adapt it for the baby while you're cooking.

The Breast-Bottle Balance: How to Make Supplementing Work for You |

If you're on the verge of quitting breastfeeding, listen up: You really can have it both ways - if you know how. Here's how to make supplementing with formula work for you and still have precious nursing moments with your baby.

Breastfeeding - It's Not All Or Nothing |

If you’re ready to throw in the towel on nursing, think again. breastfeeding is not all or nothing: While you can’t be a little bit pregnant, you can supplement with a little bit of formula -- and keep nursing.

Swap Your Baby Stuff Online |

Parents have always relied on hand-me-downs. Online recycling sites have made the circle of givers much bigger. And with the economy and the environment in such bad shape, that’s welcome news.Read about how it works and which sites are great for what.

Sweet Potato Turkey Casserole |

Jarred sweet potato puree combines with tiny pieces from your family turkey to make a quick holiday taste treat.

The Mamarazzi Photo Project |

Have your camera ready - we'll guide you through a series of photo projects all about your baby. In years to come, these pictures will be the ones that say the most about the fleeting first 12 months.

Top Ten Baby Photo Tips |

You're going to be taking hundreds of pictures of your growing child over the next few years - here's how to make every one of them count.

Two Fun Halloween Recipes |

Try these Halloween-themed healthy treats - good for ages 8 months and up.

A Safety Checklist for Used Baby Stuff |

We all want to save money and protect the environment by recycling, so it makes sense to use hand-me-downs for your child. These few simple guidelines will help you go the secondhand route safely.

Video Sharing for Parents |

Don't have a fancy camcorder? No worries. The truth is, all we really want to do is capture 40 or so seconds and then show it to everyone who’ll watch. Here's how to get it out of the camera or phone and in front of those eyes.

The 411 on Weaning |

We all know that breastfeeding is the better way to nourish a baby. But there will come a time when the baby must be weaned. How do you get your little one used to the idea? We asked Melissa Clark Vickers, an internationally certified lactation consultant and La Leche League administrator.

What Kind of Example Am I to My Child? |

Our dear friend Cathy once told us one of our favorite childrearing stories. It goes like this . . .

Four Ways to Make Dad Feel Great |

Do you like adventure? Want to travel to places unknown? Congratulations! Along with the birth of your baby comes the beginning of a lifelong adventure in learning for you and your partner—about yourselves, each other, and your child.