Mommy Time Out

Hi! I'm Angela Hickman and I'm a Milton mom to a beautiful girl and handsome boy! Yep I have the "Million Dollar" family:) I love being a mom and my wish is to one day be a stay at home mom. It's tough being a full time employee, mom to highly energetic kids and wife to a wonderful husband. There isn't much time for a Mommy Time Out but I always try to find a little time. I love to shop and find new things that help make life easier and sometimes even more fun. My blog is all about the joys and frustrations of being a mom and hopefully helping other parents find products that will help make their life easier.

It’s that time of year again! Millions of moms are doing a happy dance because next week brings the first week of school. Then there are the ones who are sending their children off for the first time and don’t really know how to feel. I am among those mothers. On one hand I am so excited to get a little break and be able to spend some uninterrupted time with my eight month old. Maybe I’ll actually be able to take him to some mommy and me...

There are millions of stepfamilies across the nation. So it’s no wonder that Hollywood has its fair share of blended families. From LeAnn Rimes and Eddie Cibrian’s crew, to Gisele Bündchen and Tom Brady’s bunch, let’s take a look at 5 stepfamilies in Tinseltown. Megan Fox & Brian Austin Green: Hot Hollywood couple Megan Fox and Brian Austin Green are getting ready to welcome a sibling for Brian’s 10-year-old...

An important lesson every child learns one way or another throughout his life is how to share with others. With six kids of my own, and one more on the way, I’ve learned many tips that have helped me teach my children to share. 1. Lead by Example: When teaching your child to share it’s important to lead by example and do your part by sharing your things with those around you. Share whenever possible and make a point to discuss the...

Try to keep the sleep environment as consistent as possible. If your child has familiar things (and smells) around them, they are more likely to sleep a little better. Take the crib sheet from the crib with you, don't wash it. We want it straight from the crib. Take the pajamas your child wore the night before, again don't wash them. We want these things to smell the same as at home. Making it easier for your child to feel comfortable in the...

It’s time to plan for back to school! While you might immediately think of buying new backpacks, markers, lunch bags and indoor runners, you should also be thinking how you can make your morning routine a little easier! Thankfully with the change of season and the start of a new school year, the fall is the perfect time to evaluate at your daily routines and, with the kids’ help of course, make some healthy changes! Morning...

It’s no surprise that a pregnancy stereotype is that pregnant woman have to pee so often. As your baby grows, and the uterus expands, pressure is put on your pelvic muscles. One in three women, in their first pregnancy will experience an unexpected leak by the third trimester. Even after birth, seven percent of women will experience leakage because pregnancy and delivery creates a decline in your ability to control the muscles that support the...

With the Diamond Jubilee and Olympics, Britain continues to gain popularity. And although most families won’t be able to hop across the pond to take in the British sites first-hand, that doesn’t mean they can’t experience a little piece of London right here! Fashion-forward moms and dads can easily incorporate chic, British inspired fashions into their own wardrobe with the Front Snugli Union Jack baby carrier. With a modern, yet totally...

By: Jennifer Lubell How to Deal with and Deflect their comments The attack is sneakier than a Scud missile...and before you know it, you feel bewildered, bruised, and seeking shelter. No, I'm not talking about the great white shark from Jaws, or the IRS, or seasonal flu. I'm talking about those “judgmental moms” you run into at birthday parties, the playground or even at PTA meetings, eager and ready to flatten you down, at a second's...

I just spent nearly three weeks in Portugal and quite a bit of time visiting its beautiful beaches. I couldn’t help but notice how many women were breastfeeding babies of all ages. I have to admit that I’ve never witnessed so much extended breastfeeding as I did while on the beaches of Portugal. Babies from birth to what looked to be as old as five. Women openly breastfeeding their babies. No covering up. No embarrassed looks from them....

If you are plugging your ears while singing “la, la, la, la, la” with the mention of summer coming to an end, we are with you. We are hanging on until the bitter end, making fresh salads with the summer harvest from local markets, picnicking in the park making homemade ice cream. Summertime Picnic Eating outside and the warm weather is such a pleasure. I wish having friends over for supper on the patio, drinks in hand and the kids...

We love seeing our favorite celebrity moms in their everyday funky fashions. Whether it’s Jessica Alba‘s newest scarf, or Victoria Beckham‘s sky-high stilettos, we can’t get enough of Tinseltown’s latest trends. According to CelebrityBabyScoop’s recent Readers’ Choice Awards, these are the 10 best dressed high-profile mamas in Hollywood: 1. Victoria Beckham Mom-of-four Victoria Beckham never ceases to amaze us with...

In my house family mealtime is extremely important. And with mealtime comes the teaching of table manners. It’s certainly not always a formal affair in our home, but my wife and I think it’s important to teach our children how to act polite at the table. I’ve put together several helpful tips that will come in handy when you’re working towards teaching your children table manners. Practice Together: One of the best ways to teach...