By: Maria Smith Every mom needs support, and I found shoulders to lean on in the organization, Mocha Moms, Inc. It is a support organization for stay-at-home mothers of color (though probably more than half of the members work outside the home in some capacity).  This summer, I am looking forward to getting more support and inspiration at their national convention in Las Vegas! Hundreds of Mocha

By: Staff Report We're very excited to attend the first Brooklyn Baby Expo in Brooklyn, New York with A Child Grows in Brooklyn! Not only because it's going to feature lots of great brands and bloggers, but also because we're going to be in high-reporting mode to bring YUMs the best information and tips out there. So stay tuned, send over your questions and let's get this expo

By: Staff Report In the age of Facebook, Twitter and the rest of social media world, the art of a picture has lost its touch. Sure there’s more to share online, but the actual memory and beauty of picture-sharing tends to be forgotten in the stream of updates. This holiday season, surprise and maybe even remind your loved ones what it's like to capture a moment with

By: Carolina Pichardo It was our first conference. We'll admit that we were hesitant at first... What with the sponsorship problems, questions of whether or not the show was still relevant, etc. But regardless of this, we decided to go. What better way to pop the cherry than with BlogHer 2010? Although the conference hall was full of great companies and exhibitors, we have to say that the

By: Carolina Pichardo In honor of the BlogHer conference, we figured we'll give you some tips on how to make the best of any networking event. After the childcare has been arranged, an outfit has been picked and the business cards are all decked out, it's when the real work begins. It could be difficult. But whether you're worried about what to say or just fearful of

In case you didn't know from our maddening Twitter updates, then it's time we officially announced it here! Young Urban Moms is attending BlogHer 2010 in New York City! That's right! We'll be there among the best bloggers out there! If you're a YUM, were once a YUM, are thinking about joining our savory ranks or just like the way we sound, then be on the