Susan Heim

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Showing This Weekend on the Disney Channel -- My Little Pony: Twinkle Wish Adventure!

Susan Heim posted an article on - Nov 5, 2009, 7:29 am
For those of you who entered the giveaway on this blog for a My Little Pony: Twinkle Wish Adventure DVD -- and didn’t win -- you’ll be happy to know that it will air on the Disney Channel this Sat...
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Apericots: Organic Baby Clothes That Are Adorable and Even Customizable! (Giveaway)

Susan Heim posted an article on - Nov 4, 2009, 7:41 pm
If I had a baby, I would be so excited to shop at Apericots! This online baby clothing retailer focuses on customizable, eco-friendly/organic, high-quality products. Their clothes are made of 100% org...
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The November 3 Best of the Mommy Bloggers Carnival

Susan Heim posted an article on - Nov 3, 2009, 7:19 am
I’m thrilled to be the host of A Modern Mother’s “Best of the Mommy Bloggers Carnival”! Every two weeks, a different mommy blogger (like me) collects the “best of” columns from other blogg...
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This Is What November Looks Like...

Susan Heim posted an article on - Nov 2, 2009, 6:51 pm
It's November! This is what November looks like in South Florida... What is it like in November where you live?
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Rockers Nancy and Ann Wilson of Heart Are Now Entertaining Kids!

Susan Heim posted an article on - Nov 2, 2009, 8:02 am
I’ve always been a fan of the music of Heart. Ann and Nancy Wilson are extremely talented, as evidenced by the length and huge success of their musical careers. And now they’re reaching out to a n...
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5 Benefits of Online Education for Parents

Susan Heim posted an article on - Nov 1, 2009, 4:30 pm
NOTE FROM SUSAN: The job market is a tough place to be in right now, and many parents are considering a return to school to update their skills or be eligible to pursue a new career. One option open t...
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Happy Halloween!

Susan Heim posted an article on - Oct 31, 2009, 7:10 am
May all of you have a fun and safe Halloween! I’ll be trick-or-treating with my twin pirates this year!
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Join the Hannah's Socks Holiday Sock Drive This Season

Susan Heim posted an article on - Oct 30, 2009, 7:55 pm
In Toledo, Ohio, on Thanksgiving Day in 2004, four-year-old Hannah Turner helped her mom, Doris, serve food at a local homeless shelter. She saw a man with holes in his shoes and no socks, and she ask...
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Help Your Teen Find Potential Universities Through Inside College!

Susan Heim posted an article on - Oct 29, 2009, 8:55 pm
If your child is in high school, no doubt he or she is starting to think about college, especially if they’re a junior or senior. One of my sons is a junior, and he’s already received plenty of co...
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Avoiding the Big Binge for Halloween!

Susan Heim posted an article on - Oct 29, 2009, 9:24 am
Halloween is almost here, and all that candy is certainly hard to resist. It’s easy to forget the high calories associated with candy -- even bite-size candies can add up! CalorieCount.com is a real...
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Please Join Me on Blog Talk Radio's Power Women Magazine to Talk About Our Wild and Wonderful Families!

Susan Heim posted an article on - Oct 28, 2009, 9:51 pm
Do you have a dysfunctional family? Is your family tree filled with plenty of “fruits and nuts”? You’ll want to join me on Thursday, October 29, at Noon EST where I’ll be talking about my new...
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MADD: The Power of Parents to Curb Underage Drinking

Susan Heim posted an article on - Oct 28, 2009, 8:47 am
I’m the mother of two teenagers. One of them has had his driver’s license for several years, and the other will be getting his very soon. Of course, it’s great having two drivers in the family b...
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Have a Happy Halloween from Tiger's Milk! (Giveaway)

Susan Heim posted an article on - Oct 27, 2009, 7:42 pm
Halloween is just around the corner! And if you’re like me, you haven’t bought your Halloween candy yet. Before you do that, Schiff Nutrition would like to suggest an alternative! They’re the ma...
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A Worldwide Day of Extraordinary Prayer for Children and Schools

Susan Heim posted an article on - Oct 27, 2009, 3:37 pm
Moms In Touch International is hosting Arise! Cry Out!, a worldwide day of extraordinary prayer for children and schools on November 14. What is Moms In Touch? This is from their website: Are you a...
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Pledge to Make More Time for Kids by Joining Frigidaire and Jennifer Garner for the "Make Time for CHANGE" Campaign (Giveaway)

Susan Heim posted an article on - Oct 26, 2009, 5:05 pm
About a month ago, I was one of the bloggers chosen to announce the new spokesperson for Frigidaire’s new campaign: Jennifer Garner! To refresh your memory, this new campaign has two goals: to intro...
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Dear Santa, Please Bring me a nook for Christmas!

Susan Heim posted an article on - Oct 25, 2009, 12:08 pm
A wireless eBook reader is on my Christmas list this year, so I was really excited to get the news that Barnes & Noble has a brand-new one called a nook! I haven’t seen one yet (they start shipping ...
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Is Your Child Safe in the Car?

Susan Heim posted an article on - Oct 24, 2009, 9:18 pm
In September, I wrote to tell you about the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s (NHTSA) Child Passenger Safety Week. Even though the use of child safety seats is at an all-time high -- ...
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Surf Sweets Offers Great Ways to Celebrate a Green Halloween!

Susan Heim posted an article on - Oct 24, 2009, 3:51 pm
Back in March, I reviewed delicious Surf Sweets products -- naturally sweetened gummy candies and jelly beans. My family loves them! For Halloween, Surf Sweets has teamed up with Green Halloween, a no...
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Small Talk Six: In-Laws and Outlaws

Susan Heim posted an article on - Oct 24, 2009, 8:11 am
This week’s topic on Small Talk Six is “6 things (good or bad) that you credit your mother-in-law for.” (What’s Small Talk Six? Click here to find out.) This is very timely for me because my i...
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Encouraging College Students to Choose Healthier Meal Options

Susan Heim posted an article on - Oct 22, 2009, 8:52 pm
I’m a college mom. We’re fortunate to live in a university town because my son can live at home, save money, and get some home-cooked meals! But many university students don’t have that luxury. ...
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Giveaway: "Two Snowflakes," a Children's Book by Jennifer Miller!

Susan Heim posted an article on - Oct 22, 2009, 3:43 pm
I have a great giveaway going on at my TwinsTalk website! Author Jennifer Miller is offering a copy of Two Snowflakes, her charming children’s book about identical twin snowflakes, Phina and Bella. ...
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Kmart Is Offering Layaway to Help with Your Holiday Shopping

Susan Heim posted an article on - Oct 21, 2009, 12:01 pm
As a kid, I recall that many stores offered a layaway option. If you wanted to purchase something, especially a “big ticket” item, but couldn’t pay for it all at once, they’d let you put the i...
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A Fascinating Look at the Effects of Nutrition on Baby's Development

Susan Heim posted an article on - Oct 20, 2009, 10:44 am
Mom Central recently contacted me about an extraordinary website that employs amazing 3-D visuals to explain the principles of infant nutrition. The site is called InfantNutritionCenter.com, and...
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Chadwicks: Making Strides Against Breast Cancer

Susan Heim posted an article on - Oct 20, 2009, 7:51 am
All during this month -- National Breast Cancer Awareness Month -- I've been telling you about companies that are offering products that benefit breast cancer causes. Today, I'd like to show y...
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Start Your Holiday Shopping with a Wave Ripple!

Susan Heim posted an article on - Oct 19, 2009, 7:24 pm
When I was a kid, riding a skateboard was “big.” But today’s kids have many more options than we did. One of them is called a wave board! It’s described as a combination of “surfing, snowboa...
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Visit Panera Bread and Support Breast Cancer Causes

Susan Heim posted an article on - Oct 19, 2009, 11:01 am
Panera Bread is one of my favorite places! I adore their soups and sandwiches. My favorites are the Smokehouse Turkey sandwich and their Baked Potato soup. Therefore, I never really need an excuse to ...
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Small Talk Six: Indulging My Sweet Tooth

Susan Heim posted an article on - Oct 17, 2009, 2:30 pm
This week’s topic on Small Talk Six is “6 of your favorite sweet treats in the whole world.” (What’s Small Talk Six? Click here to find out.) For once, I found it hard to stop at six! Now, if ...
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California Baby Supports Breast Cancer Research with "I Love You" Products

Susan Heim posted an article on - Oct 15, 2009, 10:52 am
Throughout the month of October, National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, California Baby will donate 15% of the proceeds from the sale of its “I Love You” range of products to the California Breas...
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Turner Classic Movies Celebrates the Legacy of Singer-Songwriter Johnny Mercer in a Special by Clint Eastwood

Susan Heim posted an article on - Oct 15, 2009, 10:04 am
When Turner Classic Movies contacted me about reviewing a show about Johnny Mercer, my immediate thought was, “Johnny who?” I’m ashamed to admit that I’d never heard of Johnny Mercer! But when...
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The Internet Mommy: An Inspirational Book for Today's Women

Susan Heim posted an article on - Oct 14, 2009, 9:50 am
If you had told me ten years ago that I would be working from home, spending most of my time on the computer and the Internet, I wouldn’t have believed you. The concepts of “Twitter” and “blog...
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Biggest Cooking Mistakes People Make

Susan Heim posted an article on - Oct 14, 2009, 7:54 am
I am the worst cook in the world. I’m about as far away from a cooking expert as you can get. So, I will never be able to offer you great cooking tips on this blog. However, the people at General El...
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Going Outside with the Kids -- and Gators!

Susan Heim posted an article on - Oct 13, 2009, 8:46 pm
On Sunday, we took our twins out to the Florida Everglades. It really felt like a whole different world out there away from civilization. We walked on a boardwalk that stretched over the swamp and loo...
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Chicken Soup for the Soul: Devotional Stories for Women (Giveaway)

Susan Heim posted an article on - Oct 13, 2009, 8:02 pm
To celebrate the publication of my new book, Chicken Soup for the Soul: Devotional Stories for Women, I am giving a copy of the book to three winners! Chicken Soup for the Soul: Devotional Stories fo...
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Get a Love Light Candle from Noodle & Boo to Support Breast Cancer Research

Susan Heim posted an article on - Oct 12, 2009, 2:17 pm
It’s National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and I’d like to showcase another company with a terrific product to support breast cancer research. During the month of October, Noodle & Boo will dona...
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My Little Pony Has a New Adventure Coming Out on Tuesday! (Giveaway)

Susan Heim posted an article on - Oct 11, 2009, 9:12 pm
On Tuesday, October 13, 2009, there’s a new My Little Pony DVD coming out! The kind people at Shout! Factory, makers of the new DVD, were kind enough to send me two copies of My Little Pony: Twinkle...
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Learn More About Medicine Abuse During National Medicine Abuse Awareness Month

Susan Heim posted an article on - Oct 11, 2009, 4:38 pm
I was recently contacted by Misty Fetko, a registered nurse, mom of two, and the newest member of the Five Moms: Stopping Cough Medicine Abuse campaign. Her story really touched my heart, especially s...
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Plan the Perfect Party -- and Enter to Win an Electrolux Double Wall Oven!

Susan Heim posted an article on - Oct 10, 2009, 2:17 pm
October is the start of party season. We’ve got Halloween in October, Thanksgiving in November, Christmas (and other holidays) in December, and New Year’s after that! It can get a little stressful...
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Win a Pink Ribbon Gift Set from Extreme Diva Media!

Susan Heim posted an article on - Oct 10, 2009, 9:55 am
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. In recognition of this event, Extreme Diva Media is giving away a fabulous gift set to one reader of their blog. Each item (with the exception of the book) fe...
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Small Talk Six: Let's Party!

Susan Heim posted an article on - Oct 10, 2009, 9:23 am
This week’s topic on Small Talk Six is “6 unconventional things you think people should celebrate by throwing a party.” (What’s Small Talk Six? Click here to find out.) Is it my imagination, o...
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Are You Thinking About Getting a Pet? Try an Animal Shelter!

Susan Heim posted an article on - Oct 9, 2009, 8:42 pm
Did you know that… - Each year, approximately 4 million pets are adopted. - Of the 8 million pets that enter animal shelters each year, approximately 3 million healthy and treatable pets are e...
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Introducing the Shandle Toilet Seat Handle!

Susan Heim posted an article on - Oct 9, 2009, 12:17 pm
When I was contacted about trying out a product called the Shandle, I knew it was a perfect fit for my family. I’ll try not to gross you out here, but let’s just say that with five guys in the hou...
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Dirty, Rotten Tricksters… by Melinda Wentzel

Susan Heim posted an article on - Oct 9, 2009, 8:16 am
NOTE FROM SUSAN: I’ve always loved the writing of Melinda Wentzel, aka Planet Mom. Melinda defines herself as a “freelance writer—humor columnist—wife—Chief Boo-Boo Eradicator—and Mom Extr...
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Enter for a Chance to Win a Visit with Winter the Dolphin at Her Home in the Clearwater Marine Aquarium!

Susan Heim posted an article on - Oct 8, 2009, 8:14 pm
Here’s a great contest for kids from Scholastic, publisher of the book, Winter’s Tail. The book tells the tale of a real dolphin named Winter, who has been an inspiration and hero for children and...
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Columbus Day: How to Make History Fun for Your Children

Susan Heim posted an article on - Oct 8, 2009, 4:53 pm
NOTE FROM SUSAN: Next Monday is Columbus Day! But, unlike Halloween or Thanksgiving or Valentine’s Day, it’s not a day that’s often associated with some sort of activity for kids that really tea...
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About Me

Susan M. Heim is an author and editor, specializing in parenting, multiples, Christian and women’s issues. Her books include "It’s Twins! Parent-to-Parent Advice from Infancy Through Adolescence"; "Boosting Your Baby’s Brain Power"; "Oh, Baby! 7 Ways a Baby Will Change Your Life the First Year"; "Twice the Love: Stories of Inspiration for Families with Twins, Multiples and Singletons"; and "Chicken Soup for the Soul: Twins and More." Upcoming books include "Chicken Soup for the Soul: All in the Family" and "Moms of Multiples’ Devotions to Go." Her articles have appeared in many books, magazines and websites. Susan writes an online column for Mommies Magazine called “Loving and Living with Twins and Multiples,” as well as a blog called “Susan Heim on Parenting” at http://susanheim.blogspot.com. She is an expert on twins and multiples for AllExperts.com and a parenting expert for SelfGrowth.com. Susan is the founder of TwinsTalk, a website where parents share tips and advice about raising twins and multiples. She is a member of the National Association of Women Writers and the Southeastern Writers Association. Susan is the married mother of four sons—two teenagers and twin preschoolers.

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