How Many Is Enough … ‘Folks’ getting the “procedure?”

Kindred the Family Soul

How many kids do you have? I have two (12 and 4) and they keep me running and let’s not forget the expense.

If you had six children would you suggest to your man/partner/hubby to get a Vasectomy?

My favorite soulful family, Kindred The Family Soul, talks REAL life decisions.

Watch the Dantzler family manage family, career, bills, life, performance, branding, and a vasectomy.

Hmmm… Let me know your thoughts?

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Mommy Mojo Thursday: Meet Jamie Lloyd, Miz Cupcake

Jamie Lloyd, Little Miz Cupcake

When I decided to go on a book tour for my self-published endeavor, The Brand New Mommy: From Babies To Branding To Bliss, I did not know what to expect.

My intention was just do it, invest in brand, have dialogue and stay inspired.

Well, I received all of that and so much more. I have been meeting amazing moms/dad/grandmoms/single folk/ and simply the common denominator is regardless if you are a parent or not – we all have a story we want to SHARE.

When you are living on purpose you get calls out of no-where from folks wanting to be part of the mission and that’s how I met Jamie Lloyd, Little Miz Cupcake. She wanted to donate cupcakes to the Philly signing at the Blues Babe Foundation and buy books and invite other moms to support. What a blessing!

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5 Life Tips to Learn from the #Miami Heat

Miami Heat - photo from BleacherReport

If you are a competitor, play maker, sports enthusiast, dreamer or a ‘brand’ new mommy looking for an ounce of inspiration — check out the game of basketball and watch the Miami Heat. Continue reading

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Reason to Love Yoga: Let Go, Let Flow

I love yoga!

Yoga allows you to tap into your inner power, be present with no distraction, release tension, reduce your cholesterol, blood pressure, sleep better, and correct your posture. Yes – Yoga is a miracle drug.

Our Kimberly Garrison, certified fitness trainer and Health/Wellness contributor at TBNM shows us how to take advantage of the last days of summer with yoga.

I appreciate BNM Kimberly for her simple, results-driven techniques, and wonderful smile to get us through a workout. Thanks, sis!

Will you try yoga before the close of summer? Let me know your thoughts and please share this post with a friend.

*Kimberly Garrison is available for fitness coaching and consultations. Email her at kimberly@kimberlygarrison.com.

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Motherhood: Life Happens

I have to give a shout out to all my ‘Brand’ New Moms for their emails/calls letting me know how this site has really empowered them to take baby steps. Yes! Moms, all we can do is put one foot in front of the other and keep on moving. Life happens to all of us, it’s what we do next that matters. Build a great village of support to stay up during the down moments. Here’s to ‘brand’ you!

Motivation for all my ‘Brand’ New Moms – Baby steps.

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25 Unexpected Ways to Say Thanks to Your Mom for Helping Out With the Kids

photo courtesy of Newsone

If you’re fortunate enough to live close to your mother, there’s a good chance that she’s looked after your own children a time or two. Watching your children for an extended period, like over the weekend so you can take a short getaway or even just overnight, is grounds for something a bit more extravagant than a simple cry of “Thanks!” as you pack everyone into the car. Here are 25 unexpected ways you can thank your mom for looking after your children after the years she spent raising you. Continue reading the great tips here.

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2013: The Year of being Selfish

At 2013 Taylor Bass Spa Retreat taking time to just be.

Take Time for Self

Stop.

Chances are 2013 came in and you were busy taking care of others.

Stop.

It’s truly a ‘brand’ new year with ‘brand’ opportunities and lifestyle.

Complete this sentence: I want ____________________________.

Take 10 minutes for you right now and visualize what you want – then make the plans to achieve it.

Here’s to ‘brand’ you!

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Post Holiday Crash: Dial Up ‘Me’ Time

Word of Mom

It’s time to take a deep breath … inhale and exhale and get back to some much needed ‘me’ time. All the craziness is over – you are the prized mom upon scoring the popular Doc McStuffins doll for your little one and hubby is gaga over receiving Call of Duty Black Ops II and all is happy in your household, or is it?

When was the last time you had a moment to sit down and dial up much needed ‘me’ time?

Do the ‘me’ time test – is your thoughts and actions out of control, you can’t breathe, patience is thin and a timeout is a complete sentence for you? If you said yes, it’s time. Continue reading

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Happy 2013: Wishing you health, gratitude and *FIRE!

Happy 2013!

Here’s to a new year, ‘brand’ new thoughts and living on purpose.

I know for certain that I learned tons this year; made some mistakes, and, rose to the challenge because it was time. #growth

This was the year I gave self the gift of fitness and paid upfront (2 years) for my Lucille Roberts gym membership and remembered why I need my body. #health

I published my gem of a book, The ‘Brand’ New Mommy: From Babies To Branding To Bliss to amazing reviews from the media and you. #thankyou

Give the ‘Brand’ New Mommy as a gift this year

I really don’t like to make predictions, so I won’t. I will make an affirmation – my theme song for 2013 is courtesy of Alicia Keys and I hope you join me in setting the world of ‘brand’ you on fire.

Here’s to 2013 and the best ‘brand’ you ever!

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Money Makeover Monday: Stop Bill Collectors from Harassing You

AskTheMoneyCoach.com

How to Stop Bill Collectors From Harassing You By Using a Cease and Desist Letter

It’s no picnic when your bills are overdue and debt collectors are calling you at all hours, harassing you non-stop at home or work.

But just because you may (or may not) owe some company money, that doesn’t give an overly aggressive bill collector a free pass to violate your legal rights, intimidate and harass you, or break the law in their efforts to get your cash. Read Lynnette Khalfani Cox’s Tips here at AskTheMoneyCoach.com

Lynnette Khalfani Cox


Lynnette Khalfani Cox, The Money Coach contributes savvy financial tips to The Brand New Mommy audience.

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