A Little Bit Feminist?

Gaga has changed her feelings about the word, now claiming she is "a little bit of a feminist."

Singer Nicki Minaj and comedians Tina Fey, Amy Poehler, and Lena Dunham have spoken more positively about the idea. Dunham told UK Metro Daily, "Women saying ‘I’m not a feminist’ is my greatest pet peeve... Do you believe that women should be allowed to leave the house? Do you think that women and men both deserve equal rights? Great, then you’re a feminist." And Minaj has renamed the type of feminism to which she ascribes.  It's called "girl power." Full article.

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MamaBlogger365 – A Firm Resolve by Diane Lang

It’s already the end of January, and just 29 days ago we were thinking: I want to start this year off right. This will be the year: I lose weight, start exercising, eat better, reconnect with old friends, get a new job, etc. These are all great goals but often new resolutions become forgotten expectations, and we ignore the fact that perseverance is themost important ingredient when making lasting positive change  in our lives. This year, let’s make a promise to ourselves to keep the MOM-mentum going and embrace our resolve as permanent and meaningful. Let’s keep the energy up! Read more about our list of MUST DOS that will encourage, peace, wellness and your best life.

MamaBlogger365 – R U OUTA TOUCH? by Kim Jennings

I decided to write myself a letter – a forgotten art – as a way of kickstarting myself into the new year.

Dear Me,

I’m so sorry I’ve been so out of touch. I know you know I’ve been busy, and I know you say you understand, but really, I have no excuse for having neglected you most of this past year.... MORE

MAMABLOGGER365 – RAISING THE BAR ON MOTHER DISCOURSE

*DR. MAMA*, “Week 3 Of Atonement: Time” (MamaBlogger365)

I’m writing this month about atoning for my mistakes and trying to make some changes.  Last week I wrote about being invested in work in ways with which I’m not quite satisfied, and the week before about being invested in meal preparations in ways that I don’t think are wise or useful. This week I write about time. More at M.O.M.http://www.museumofmotherhood.org

Join the conversation: “What Is Mother” and “REFRAMING MOTHERHOOD“ what are the greatest issues facing mothers 2 day: As we continue with our MamaBlogger365 we’ll be bringing you the voices of mothers from around the word! Please write us at MamazinaMagazine@gmail.com to participate. We ARE looking for more contributors.

MamaBlogger365 initiative posted to raise awareness and funds for the Motherhood Museum.org at M.O.M. here

HOW CAN WE IMPROVE The Experience of MOTHERHOOD FOR THE ARTIST by Patrice Moerman

I studied art in college, worked as a commercial artist/illustrator for many years, then had children and my art career drifted away-partly because computers took over and partly because I devoted my time to raising kids. I loved being home with my kids and felt it was a privilege, but I was increasingly unfulfilled as a person. I worked on some paintings, but then writing songs took over and music became my total focus. I can say from my experience that creating a worthwhile work of art produces such an exhilarating feeling that I wonder if it can take the place of the intense feelings produced by motherhood? MORE

MamaBlogger365 – Stress and Strategies by the Mamapalooza Team

It’s so easy to turn inward when we think about motherhood and what it means and how we do it every day. But even celebrities are not immune to trying to do it all – of course, their circumstances and list of daily to-do’s are different, but in essence, maybe not so much, as evidenced by Gwyneth Paltrow’s recent issue of her GOOP newsletter in which she showcased how she and three highly successful friends, venture capitalist Juliet de Baubigny and fashion designer Stella McCartney are navigating modern motherhood.

You can find out more about the Museum Of Motherhood, MamaBlogger365 and our capital campaign by going to www.MotherhoodMuseum.org website and clicking on the flash page for the full vision. Or, log on and register a mother you love today by making a donation in her name. We’ll send her a beautiful letter & place her name on our ‘Friends of the Museum Page’ to acknowledge your gift. Help help us reach our goal of a physical structure in 2011!

MamaBlogger365 - Woman's Inhumanity To Woman by Dr. Phyllis Chesler

Female-female aggression is indirect and involves slandering, taunting and ostracizing one vulnerable female target, which is what happened in the South Hadley, Mass., tragedy. Often, envy of a girl’s beauty or brains, but just as often, the slightest difference (whether someone is new, an immigrant from another country, or school) will be seized upon by a female clique and treated as a high crime, an opportunity to tribally bond with one another — and as permission to torment the chosen outsider.

Dr. Chesler’s thirteen books and thousands of articles and speeches have inspired people on many diverse issues. More at www.phyllis-chesler.com

Additional article ‘Violence At School‘

We're back. Last week's MingleMediaTV show hosted 5,ooo viewers. Join us Wed. Aug 23rd 7-8PM (EST) 4-5PM (Pacific), Joy Rose and Alexis Chapman (Museum Of Motherhood and Women's Health), Jowita Bydlowska (Young Mother/Feminist Guest POV) Annette Daniels Taylor (Arts and Culture), Rebekah Spicgulia (Non-Custodial Parent and Alt Parent Perspectives) & Sandra Walston (Women In Business)- Feminist Perspectives, Commentary and Culture!

New dates and events up at Mamapalooza for BeBePaluzza Expos and New York Parks, County Fair on Sun. Sept 13th. Come join the fun.