iVillage is proud to announce the winners of the Momtourage Showcase, celebrating every mom's momtourage - the people who provide her with support to get things done and be an even better mom. Thanks to everyone around the country for your great stories, tips and advice. Read on below to learn more about our three wining moms.
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Leslie Strath
- About Leslie:
A single mom and RN, Leslie starts her morning at 4:30am and is home by 3PM to welcome her son home from school. After cleaning up, paying bills catching up on email, she has about an hour before it's time to hit the sack! Her solution to a common cleaning dilemma. "When you get fruit stains on the countertop, wet the area and apply baking soda. Leave for 30 seconds then wipe up. Raspberry and blueberry stains are gone like magic." - About Leslie's Momtourage:
As a single mom, Leslie has had to take on a lot herself, and for the things she needs help with, her Momtourage steps in -- never making her feel like she is a burden! Her friends Norma, Mark and Blayne have done everything from renovating her bathroom to picking up milk when she's out!
Stacey Tate
- About Stacey:
Stacy's 45+ hour work week as an administrator, completing the books for the business she and her husband co-own, and her role as mom of 5 kids (her stepson just left for the Air Force) has left her beat! Stacy's best childcare tip for the back-to-school season? "G-R-A-N-D-M-A. They are awesome. If no grandma, check out your church. We loved our church daycare when my first two kiddos were small." - About Stacey's Momtourage:
Stacy's daily routine would not be possible without her Momtourage (mom Mary, husband John and friend Karen). Their help allows Stacey to work the 45 hours per week necessary to get health insurance for her family and the supplemental income to help pay bills.
Catherine Taylor
- About Catherine:
With 5 kids and a full-time job as a benefit's specialist, Catherine stays busy 24-7! From getting the kids ready for school, to taking them to various sports practices and everything in between, she often relies on her Momtourage to keep a humorous perspective! Her childcare tip for the back-to-school season? "Get with your friends & find out who can pick up or drop off on what days. Make a schedule. It saves a lot on gas." - About Catherine's Momtourage:
Catherine credits the support of her Momtourage (sister Charlotte, best friend Nicole and fiance Nathan) with making her laugh when she's having a bad day, providing a last-minute babysitter when she's in a jam and serving as company to go grocery shopping with her - when no one else will!
Honorable Mention
Susan Mercy
- About Susan:
As a home-schooling mom with 2 kids, who also works full-time, busy is Susan's middle name! She does squeeze in some alone time in the morning during devotions, as well as a quick read in bed after the kids are tucked in. Susan's tip for picky eaters? "Pretzels dipped in hummus is a tasty, healthy snack, either in a lunchbox or after school." - About Susan's Momtourage:
Susan looks up to and credits her Momtourage (Friends Pam, Erica and JoLana) for being there for her, even though their lives are just as full and hectic as her own!
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