5 Celebrity Moms Share Back-to-School Advice

Thursday, September 6th, 2012

This post was written by our friends at Celebrity Baby Scoop.

For many families, the back-to-school rush can be overwhelming and chaotic. Some of our favorite celebrity moms are helping to alleviate some of that stress and anxiety by sharing their best advice. From Elisabeth Hasselbeck’s G-Free snacks, to Bethenny Frankel’s best bargains, to Brooke Burke-Charvet’s must-haves, read some great back-to-school tips from Hollywood’s moms.

Brooke Burke-Charvet
Dancing With the Stars host Brooke Burke-Charvet and husband David Charvet are parents to four kids: Neriah, 12, Sierra, 10, Rain, 5, and Shaya, 4. The mom-of-four wrote on her blog about preparing for the new school year:

“Back to school starts now in my house even though all four of my kids are returning at different times. This year will be my most challenging school year yet. Four kids in three different schools with four different drop-off and pick-up times.

Thankfully my youngest, Shaya, will still enjoy our beloved homeschool for two days a week. We decided to put him in a “regular” program three days a week so he’ll be with more kids as his sister is moving up to kindergarten.

I hate online paperwork and envy the parents with only one child. I literally have folders, separate file cabinets for each kid, their rosters, forms, sports and miscellaneous important documents. It’s a LOT to organize. Does anyone else feel that there are way too many orientations, meet-and-greets, pot lucks and social activities this month? Multiply it by four and you can imagine my schedule. Plus during BTS nights, I am divided in numerous classrooms and for SURE missing something.

I spent the day labeling backpacks, lunch boxes, water bottles and clothes.

Here are some of my BTS MUST-HAVES. My kids love them all and it truly helps to have some go-to items to help you keep it together.”

Continue reading at Burke-Charvet’s blog ModernMom.

Alison Sweeney
Days of our Lives star Alison Sweeney is mom to son Ben, 7, and daughter Megan, 3. The Biggest Loser host is also a blogger and shared some of her best back-to-school fashion tips for the “stylin’ mom” on AlisonSweeney.com:

“School is starting again, and that means meeting lots of new people, for your kids and you. I love attending back-to-school nights and open houses and other evening events at Ben’s school and Megan’s preschool because it’s a chance to learn more about their teachers and interact with their classmates’ parents.

When I get ready for something like that, I keep my outfit simple and comfortable, but I definitely get more dressed up than I would for school pickup or running around at the playground.”

Continue reading Alison Sweeney’s back-to-school fashion tips at AlisonSweeney.com.

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10 Celebrity Mom Bloggers

Friday, March 30th, 2012

This post was written by our friends at Celebrity Baby Scoop.

Hollywood’s moms have joined the blogosphere.

From Denise Richards’ online community to Tori Spelling‘s family-oriented site to Alicia Silverstone’s eco-friendly blog, to Elisabeth Hasselbeck‘s Gluten-Free community, our favorite celebrity moms cover it all.

Take a look through our list of 10 celebrity mom bloggers.

Bethenny.com

Reality TV star Bethenny Frankel promises more than just Skinnygirl tips on her official blog! The mom of 1-year-old daughter Bryn dishes on everything from food, health and lifestyle tips. And be sure to check out her new line of Skinnygirl wines as well! “Bethenny.com is an interactive community and online destination for Bethenny’s take on leading a healthy lifestyle, parenting, giving back to the community and life as she sees it,” her blog states. “It is a go-to resource for delicious recipes, parenting advice and news on Bethenny’s latest projects.”

ToriSpelling.com

Beverly Hills, 90210 alum and expectant mom Tori Spelling shares everything from family photos, to fashion must-haves, to funny quotes from her kids on her official website. The reality TV starlet – who is already mom to son Liam, 5, and daughters Stella, 3, and Hattie, 5 months – isn’t shy to share her political views as well, having recently weighed in on the African leader Joseph Kony. “The idea for this website came from my desire to share ideas and inspiration for elevating everyday life,” Tori describes on her blog. “From crafts to entertaining, I love to be creative, and everything I do, from wrapping a gift to writing a grocery list, to planning a surprise party, has a stylish, yet personalized feel to it. It’s possible to approach all areas of life this way, and living artfully doesn’t cost a thing – except a little creativity.”

MollySims.com

Mom-to-be Molly Sims recently launched her blog and shares everything from fertility boosting tips, to updated baby bump pics, to healthy recipes. “It’s hard for even me to believe, but as of last week I’m officially five months pregnant,” Molly blogged of her pregnancy excitement. “The baby just started kicking and at this point it’s only a matter of weeks until life as I know it is going to completely change—and I can’t wait!”

PadmaLakshmi.com

Top Chef host Padma Lakshmi shares some of her family favorite recipes on her official website. The single mom of 2-year-old daughter Krishna also shares fashion, beauty and lifestyle tips. “PadmaLakshmi.com is an online community to celebrate what life has to offer,” her blog says. “The site encourages you to take a personal journey and discover your truest, happiest self while exploring the world using bare senses. Itʼs a place to cultivate new skills and a lust for adventure as well as a forum for Padma to share her honest, insightful view of the world and connect with those who believe anything is possible.”

ElisabethHasselback.com

Does anyone in your family have a gluten allergy? If so, Elisabeth Hasselbeck‘s new blog is the place for you! The busy mom of three kids – daughter Grace, 6, and sons Taylor, 4, and Isaiah, 2 – recently opened up to Celebrity Baby Scoop about her online G-Free community. “While visiting ElisabethHasselbeck.com, you will share in fashion, food and favorites that I find along the way!” Elisabeth told us. “The Deliciously G-Free community is incredible and inviting, whether you are a resident expert or new to the gfree lifestyle. The recipes and sharing are not to be missed! In addition, you can see my various posts on travel, decor, shopping, kids, family, and our great nation.”

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