Kids & Family - May 7, 2009
OMC Family Weekend Roundup: May 7-10, 2009
Happy Mother's Day, Milwaukee moms! Enjoy your weekend by doing something with the kids -- and something without the kids, too. This week's Roundup lists a variety of family-friendly events happening this weekend in Brew City.
Tags: mother's day, mom, "how i became a pirate, " "high school musical, " "willy wonka, " modjeska youth theatre, testa rosa

Marketplace - May 6, 2009
Great gifts remind mom you love her
Mother's Day is upon us -- it's this Sunday, May 10 -- and if you're at a loss for what to give mom, we've got some suggestions for you.
Tags: Mother's Day, flowers, Care4Hire, mom, gifts, what to get Mom

Kids & Family - June 15, 2007
Where are the dads?
I'd like to think that by 2007 the myths of mom roles and dad role were just that: old stereotypes that die hard. But is it true?
Tags: parenting, dad, mom, children, kids, zoo, Father's Day

Marketplace - May 5, 2005
Spa guide: Give mom the gift of soothing relaxation
The same scene plays out all over the country, over the phone, in the kitchen, watching TV, via e-mail: You ask, "What do you want for Mother's Day?" She smiles humbly and gives you that heart-softening smile, and says "Oh, nothing." Don't believe her.
Tags: Mother's Day, mom, mother, spa, massage

Kids & Family - March 29, 2004
Motherfest: Lighten up on the fat comments
"Motherfest" is a new monthly column about parenting in Milwaukee. This first installment explores the often unintentional but ridiculously rude comments pregnant women hear about their increased poundage.
Tags: pregnant, mom, momfest, baby

Kids & Family - Aug. 8, 2003
Milwaukee moms' guide to surviving maternity leave
During pregnancy, the thought of 12 weeks off from work sounds divine, but maternity leave can be downright boring and lonely. Here's a guide to help you break out of the sleep-eat-poop monotony of motherhood.
Tags: doula, mom, kids