new social network for parents that we wholeheartedly endorse - momslikeme is a great resource and networking opportunity for momslike you! stop by and check it out here - make some noise, pass it on, and be amongst the founding mommas in your community.

Escape the hassles of everyday life and slip into a place where every moment matters. Day Break Massage & Bodywork in Uptown Charlotte offers a complete massage experience in a boutique studio catering to the individual's needs. Opening in Mid-August, Day Break will provide massage treatments in Swedish, Neuromuscular Therapy, Pregnancy, and other modalities as well as offer vichy shower hydrotherapy.

FAMILY FOCUS FUN CARD::than to the good folks at channel 9 you can click here and get your own family focus fun card which gives you huge savings at family fun events all over charlotte (including baby loves disco!). click here for details.

they don't just do haircuts, they make it a memorable experience for children and parents alike...from the vintage chairs to the Brio train table...they even have kids drop in just to play! they also provide themed birthday parties (Darling Diva, Pretty Princess, Let's Luau, My Doll and Me, and Ahoy Matey!) with awesome dress up, activities, crafts and party favors. Whether you need a haircut, darling hair accessory even nail & toe polishes, check out pigtails and crewcuts.

Tips, tricks, links, resources, local reviews and more from savvy Charlotte moms, Charlotte Smarty Pants is the premiere website in Charlotte for moms for the scoop on everything from how to find a good pediatrician to the chicest boutiques. check 'em out here: www.charlottesmartypants.com

get back into pre-baby shape with the pros at baby boot camp run by local moms right here in charlotte, bbc s classes are designed specifically to help moms get fit. It takes the place of a personal trainer at a time in your life when you need one more than ever. Classes combine strength-training exercises with cardiovascular drills. Pilates, yoga and abdominal exercises help improve core strength. Classes are offered in the South Charlotte area. See the website for more details and to register for your First Class Free!

Tattoos For Tots creates bright and colorful temporary tattoos for toddlers. Unlike other temporary tattoos, the designs combine printed words with pictures, engaging children to make connections between letters and sounds. Tattoos For Tots is "Wear to Learn." Created by two moms, an elementary school teacher and a graphic designer, these temporary tattoos are made in the USA and contain only safe and non-toxic, FDA approved colors. Look for the tattoo table at BLD!!

another great story of a mom who came up with a great business idea - table toppers - cool mats to put on the table so baby can eat clean! and then she added potty toppers, floor toppers and more. practical solutions to everyday problems. check 'em out here: www.tabletopper.com