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Strike up the convo – Here are 5 Mommy-Friendly tips to help you meet other moms

Some women are natural conversation starters, and some of us need more help. If you want to know how to make small talk with strangers, WoodlandsMommy.com has some tips for you! Here are 5 mommy-friendly ways to strike up a great conversation with just about anybody, whether you're super shy or bursting with confidence.

Conversation Tip # 1: Introduce Yourself.
This is one of the simplest ways to strike up a conversation. Be straightforward yet friendly. Walk up to the person with a smile and introduce yourself. Relax and let everything else follow. This strategy works even for those who are not as confident as others. Just make sure you know what to say next before making your move. For example, once the person introduces himself or herself back, you can ask them a question like "So how do you know the birthday boy?" or “How long has your daughter been dancing here?”

Is it okay to have a baby shower for a second (or third) pregnancy?

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Ah, etiquette. We all want to tiptoe within its bounds and avoid ticking off our closest friends and family when major life events roll around - like your new baby.

And yet, so often in modern life, it seems like the old ways don't always cover the new realities. Things really were simpler back when the rules were drawn up!

So, how to navigate the do's and don'ts when you're preggers again ... and again? After all, it's probably safe to assume that this baby rocks your world just as much as your first did.

So is a second (or third) shower okay, or will you be viewed as an opportunistic gift grabber? Is there any sneaky way around the horns of this dilemma - or must you throw in the baby towel, pass on the shower, and just order out for pizza instead, skip the anchovies? Read on for the answers!

7 Ways to Enjoy Life's Everyday Moments

Are you finding it difficult to carve out quality time with family? Even during the pandemic - when life has forced so many of our lives to a significant slowdown - it still hasn't been easy for some of us parents to dedicate ourselves to family time activities. Maybe we're too bogged down with work, homeschooling, or household responsibilities; or maybe the current (and crazy) events in our word are taking up too much emotional space for us to focus on anything else.

Taking the time to experience bonding activities with your family and loved ones can result in fond memories and a deeper sense of security for all involved. Here are 7 easy ways to make this happen:

1- Build Strong Bonds

Life gets busy, and in the shuffle it’s easy to overlook the importance of quality time with your friends, family, and significant others. Commit to regularly (and safely) spending one-on-one time with each loved one as a special treat you can all cherish. Even if it’s just snuggling and watching a favorite show together, crafting, or doing an activity you both enjoy, try making an effort to slow down and strengthen your bonds.