Ever since the birth of my son I could not imagine my life without my smartphone.  Being able to capture my son’s “firsts” and sharing them online to be viewed by my family and friends has enabled me to become a mom that I strive to be…organized and well connected.  With cool apps (mommy meet up groups, first aid kits apps, recipes apps and family planner apps), great service coverage and awesome customer service has made this mom make the switch to U.S. Cellular  – now there really isn’t an excuse to miss any of my son’s doctor appointments, PTA meetings and date night with the hubby.

As a mompreneur, its essential to pick out the perfect cellular plan…one that offers wide area plans, national plans and family plans, which is exactly why I picked U.S. Cellular. It has helped me connect with my colleagues, friends and family on a platform of greatness…being able to connect with my followers, scheduling posts, catching up on my emails and browsing through online magazines has made the life of this blogger so much easy and fun.

I’m a happy U.S. Cellular customer, and I’m not alone. They have the highest satisfaction rating of any national carrier. If you want to know more about why I chose them, visit their website. Or you can like them on Facebook to receive special offers on new phones.

Disclosure: Compensation was provided by US Cellular via Glam Media. The opinions expressed herein are those of the author and are not indicative of the opinions or positions of U.S. Cellular®

Skinny ($16)

Classic ($20)

Almost every woman never leaves the house with one accessory: a hair elastic wrapped around her wrist. When you’re having a bad hair day or just need to put it up for convenience, that elastic on your wrist is indispensable! That’s why Mompreneur Karin Zanella created Hairbanglez, wrist glam for hair bands. Hairbanglez gives you a fashionable way to carry your spare hair elastic. Just slip it on over your Hairbanglez bracelet, worn alone or combined with your favorite bracelets. The fact that it’s hiding in your hair elastic is your little secret!

Each glossy lucite plastic Hairbangle has an indented groove designed to hold 1 elastic hair band. You simply pop the band in and out. Choose from two bangle sizes: Skinny, $16, and Classic, $20.

Currently its available only in black (which I love!), but Zanella is currently exploring adding more shades to the line…

This is great invention..its makes the perfect beauty gift for you and a friend!

Hairbangles are sold on www.hairbanglez.com and be sure to LIKE them on their Facebook Fan Page here.

*Disclaimer: I was sent this product for review purposes.  All opinions are of my own.* 

My valentine’s day week kicked off with a blogger event that my son and I couldn’t stop talking about.  Being able to meet with acclaimed actress, Roma Downey (Touched By An Angel) for the reveal of her animated DVD, “Little Angel” was a treat for the entire family.

"Little Angels" Executive Producer Roma Downey

Philanthropist, wife to TV producer legend, Mark Burnett (Survivor, The Voice, Shark Tank) and mom of two, Downey introduced her new faith-based line of animated DVDs, books, CDs, and apps for preschoolers called “Little Angels” to bloggers and press at The Four Seasons hotel in New York City. The DVD series teaches practical skills like ABCs, 123s, and identifying animals while incorporating the spiritual, moral, and ethical principles of the Bible.

Little B's First Blogger with Mommy and Roma Downey

I got the privilege of asking Downey how she was able to manage it all…and while she admitted that sometimes she drops the ball, she just picks up the balls and keeps going again.

Downey showed clips and introduced us to the “Little Angles” characters.  Pre-school twins Alex and Zoe are the central characters of the series and are blessed with eight very different angels that live on their ceilings and help them to be more understanding and helpful children. The voice of the mother is done by Roma herself, allowing her to have a small part in the actual animations. She mentioned that her son and daughter also did voice work and guitar on the very catchy theme song (which my son loved!).

God in Heaven, my Savior dear Watch over my children and draw thou near Send your little angels to be at their side To light and to guard to love and to guide. – Roma Downey’s sweet night time prayer was one of the inspirations for the Little Angels series.

You can find out more about Little Angels and sign up for updates on the Official Website or follow Little Angels on Facebook for the most up to date info.

Roma is on Twitter and can be followed at @RealRomaDowney for inspirational quotes, positive sayings and prayers.

The Little Angels DVD series is available NOW via http://littleangels.com.

Every since the birth of my son, I have been a camera and video junkie.  So thanks to my smartphone I am able to capture those spur of the moment memories in just one click.   Capturing bonding times, meeting new character friends, Lil B’s firsts and just plain ole randomness are images that have been added to my smartphone’s photo albums.

How has your phone helped document your life, your family’s life or helped you remember important events? In what ways is your phone a mini chronicle of your life?

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If you’re looking for an Android-powered smartphone at a great value, be sure to check out U.S. Cellular. They have the highest satisfaction rating of any national carrier and you earn rewards points to use on things like accessories and upgrading your phone sooner. Learn More.

Disclosure: Compensation was provided by US Cellular via Glam Media. The opinions expressed herein are those of the author and are not indicative of the opinions or positions of US Cellular.

What is the first thing you do once you know your due date? For some mothers, it’s to check what star sign their little one is likely to be! Whether you are a firm believer in star signs or just consider it a bit of fun, having an idea of your baby’s personality while it is still growing inside of you is a lovely way to bond with your child and creates even more excitement over the birth!

Conceiving on The Right Day?

I’ve actually heard of parents attempting to conceive on certain days to ensure their baby is born within their favourite star sign. While I believe this may be a bit far, (after all, if your baby is early/late will you be disappointed?) I do like the idea that as soon as your baby is conceived, it is growing its own little personality inside you, whatever star sign it is. So here is a quick look at how your baby’s star sign may affect his or her personality:

Gemini baby (sign of the Twins) 22nd May- 21st June: Gemini babies are often very chatty, so don’t be surprised if your baby starts talking before you’d expect! They love attention and copy other people’s examples. They can change their mind very quickly and prefer to have lots of activity around them to quiet, peaceful days.

Cancer baby (sign of the Crab) 22nd June- 23rd July: Cancer babies are sensitive, loving children who long to feel safe and cherished. They can often have mood swings changing from excited to upset quickly. They also have strong intuition, meaning they attach bonds very suddenly.

Leo baby (sigh of the Lion) 24th July- 23rd August: Babies born under this sign are outgoing from the moment they breathe air! Leo babies like to be the centre of attention and can cause a lot of fuss if that isn’t the case. They are intuitive and curious, and just like the lion, they don’t back down!

Virgo baby (sign of the Virgin) 24th August- 23rd September: Virgo babies can be hard to please thanks to their stubborn nature, but they are also quiet and sensitive. They love attention and quality time with mum and will enjoy a snuggle with an interesting and colourful book.

Libra baby: (sign of the Scales) 24th September- 23rd October: This little one will be walking before they’re talking! Librans love activity and exploration. They observe their surroundings and hate conflict, so make sure you never exchange cross words in front of your little Libra, this is a common theme in horoscopes for Libra’s.

Scorpio baby (sign of the Scorpion) 24th October- 22nd November: Scorpio babies can seem a little unpredictable. One minute they’re shy and reserved, the next they’re demanding a toy from a stranger! They are fiery, passionate individuals who love to be cuddled but also like their own space.

Sagittarius baby (sign of the Centaur) 23rd November- 21st December: Sagittarius babies keep their mums’ hands full, that’s for sure! They are full of life and always want adventures. They like company too though, so will try to rope you in to their exploring tendencies.

Capricorn baby (Sign of the Goat) 22nd December- 20th January: Babies born under this sign are often peaceful, well-behaved children. While they do tend to be content for hours playing or being cuddled, they have a stubborn side which means they like to get what they want.

Aquarius (sign of the Water Carrier) 21st January- 19th February: Aquarius babies are naturally friendly, so you’ll find your little one at ease with family and friends. They have a sociable nature and wish to be liked by others, so make sure you shower this little one with lots of attention!

Pisces baby (sign of the Fish) 20th February- 20th March: Often, you’ll find a Pisces baby charms everyone he or she meets, but underneath they’re actually very insecure. You’ll want to give this little one plenty of affection and encourage their curious and inquisitive nature.

Aries baby (the sign of the Ram) 22st March- 20th April: With this little one you’ll notice he or she knows what they want straight away! Aries babies can have a quick temper but it doesn’t last for long. They take the highs with the lows and aren’t fazed by much.

Taurus baby (sign of the Bull) 21st April- 21st May: Babies born under the sign of the bull will be very adventurous from an early age. They are affection and loving but if they don’t get what they want you’ll know about it! Taurus children develop a clear sense of their goals very early on, and once they set their mind to something, not much will stand in their way!

There is no doubt to those of us who are married that marriages have a fair share of drama and misunderstandings between the sexes (or same sexes). Fortunately, technology can support your quest for “happily ever after” in many ways.

The following 5 smart phone apps can be downloaded onto your iPhone, Samsung Galaxy S, BlackBerry, or Android phone to help you with a myriad of relationship woes—such as providing date ideas to spice up your Tuesday date nights, boosting your communication skills, helping you open your heart to intimacy, or bringing your current partner a little closer with some relationship advice from expert therapists. Regardless of your marriage concerns, many of the following 5 apps will help you build a strong foundation for a loving, long-term marriage…

1. Honey Do! ($0.99 – iPhone)

Creating a ‘Honey Do’ list for your forgetful husband or wife can take a lot of anxiety out of your committed relationship or marriage. The Honey Do! app lets you create to-do notes—for instance, “Honey, please remember to bring home some milk”—and send them out (via text) to your absentminded amour. And you can organize your to-dos from your honey’s to-dos thanks to this app’s robust interface that allows you to send reminders, view who is responsible for what task, and modify existing tasks say if you get swept off on a romantic, last-minute vacation.

2. Date Smart ($1.99 – for iPhone)

There’s a time in every marriage when you’ve explored every museum, seen every new movie in the theaters, and established that you’ll never eat raw fish (sashimi) again! Once you’re fresh out of date ideas, the Date Smart app can save your “same-old” dinner and a movie date night by spicing it up with something new. You can search dates by category—for instance, outdoors, romantic night in, special occasion, double date, or cultural—and Date Smart will locate the perfect spot using GPS for your next date. Impress your special someone, regardless of if it’s your first or 450th date night as a married couple!

3. Mind Over Marriage ($2.99 – for iPhone)

I bet you didn’t know that your smart phone could actually save your marriage, did you? With the Mind Over Marriage app, you and your partner can pinpoint unhealthy behaviors within your relationship—you know the ones that often end up in divorce. This app features a step-by-step preventative plan used by many mental health care professionals when counseling married couples to help them overcome and deal with common marriage issues, such as financial arguments, addiction, infidelity, and work-a-holic spouses.

4. Marriage Builder’s Radio (Free – for Android)

Why do people fall in love? And when love wanes, can it ever be restored again? If you have questions like this on your mind, the Marriage Builder’s Radio app is there with professional answers from Dr. Bill Harley, relationship psychologist and his wife, veteran radio host and producer, Joyce Harley. The program includes every relationship topic—from infidelity to partner neglect, and from restoring communication skills and sexual intimacy. Plus, listeners can email and call-in to ask Dr. Harley their own relationship quandary directly.

5. Happy Lasting Relationships ($1.70 – for Android)

Did you know that in 2012, more than 50% of all marriages end up in divorce? However, if you want your marriage to brave those odds, download Happy Lasting Relationships, an app that shares over 100 inspiring ways that you can build a solid relationship with your partner—including advice on what to do when your marriage faces an obstacle (like a nosey mother-in-law), tips on how to get to know your partner on a more intimate level, and how to get over your fears of commitment and open yourself up to true love.

Today’s Guest Post was provided by Jane Johnson.  Jane is a writer for GoingCellular, a popular site that provides cell phone related news, commentary, reviews on popular providers like T-Mobile.

Fans of Mommy Posh, Happy Saturday, because of you  – my faithful readers  – I have been nomated for the Top 25 Fashion Mom Blogs, so please  vote for me on Circle of Moms Top 25 Fashion & Beauty Moms – 2012 . Thank you so much for your support!

No sweatpants here for these momma-to-bes: Kirstin, Alessandra, Lily and uber casual, but yet still stylish Maggie all know how to accenuate their every growing belly with the latest trends.

Whose mom style are you loving the most?

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Kristin Cavallari

Alessandra Ambrosio

Lily Aldridge

Maggie Gyllenhaal

And finally the reveal of Beyonce’s post-baby bump….oh la la!

Beyonce shows off in Alice Temperley

Beyoncé wore Christian Louboutin heels with the knee-length dress and added a gold Alexander McQueen clutch and Ofira & Lorraine Schwartz gold jewelry. For an extra pop against the bold tones, Beyoncé wore cobalt nail polish and a blue ring in honor of her daughter Ivy Blue.

Looking to change your kid’s bedroom? Check out these great rooms for inspiration. Which one do you love?