A mom blog by TV host & new mommy Jill Simonian.
Ah, the days of having a newborn. Yes, I’m done at the moment, but still… the precious new beginning of life that somehow goes hand-in-hand with a bunch of “accessories” equal to furniture with ducks or monkeys or giraffes or bright-blue-and-yellow cartoon characters printed all over them. Just what you want around your house, right? [...]
And to think that I can’t stand SUVs. Don’t like driving ‘em… but now trying to find the humor in pushing them. The irony. I’d be lying if I didn’t admit I’ve been dreading this day. My tips for minimizing the ridiculousness? Don’t wear red (otherwise someone might mistake you for the caboose on a [...]
Yes, I’m new to this mommy-thing, but I’m not new to pining over luxurious products. My latest lust-worthy subject is PLUSH. Described on their site as “the posh little urbanites show” for new and expecting parents, I was skeptical. (Afterall, I was that shellshocked pregnant chick a year ago that used to scoff at events [...]
So I’ve been frequenting furniture stores these days… thanks to our big move. My recent issue has been what the heck to do with little LadyP’s room… specifically, what to get to house her growing collection of things you bounce, things you push, things that make noise… and all things baby-gear related. I’ve never been [...]
Get the *BRAND NEW* mom in your life something she’ll *USE* to keep her fabulous this Mother’s Day. If someone you love just had a baby in the last few months, this stuff is for you. All flirty, fun, functional… and personally tested and adored by yours truly. Happy shopping! Sephora Favorites Rollerball Collection for Her. [...]
In the midst of being a bit *stressed* these days (thanks to moving/renovating), I’m feeling it’s time for a good old fashioned rant. Rather than screaming at my husband, I’m letting loose on something totally unrelated to home improvement: BJORNS. THEY DRIVE ME CRAZY. THEY’RE UNFABULOUS. And at the moment I’m beginning to think that [...]
VIDEO! A NEW New-Momversation! Does YOUR house look like a nursery? Mine doesn’t… YET. (Fight the good fight, right?) You tell me. Watch & join new mommies Stacee, Liza and me as we chat about embracing the chaos (or not) in our home. [ooyala http://player.deca.tv/player.js?autoplay=0&embedCode=AxaHFjMjrFacxaAv9qDtwsqE87hfapDd&width=475&height=289&deepLinkEmbedCode=AxaHFjMjrFacxaAv9qDtwsqE87hfapDd] Tweet this!
What does “mom” mean to you? Here’s what it meant to me this weekend: Waiting for an elevator for 24.5 minutes because it’s impossible to safely take a stroller on an escalator by your lonesome at the mall. Being frustrated that your time is being wasted because you can’t take your stroller on an escalator. [...]
What are your aspirations for the New Year? Mine consist of the usual (career goals, patience, etc), but I also have one dedicated to Baby… no more baby junk invading our common areas! Now that LadyP is 3 months old, I am stripping away my excuse of “I just had a baby… I’m too overwhelmed to [...]
Who knew there was an entire culture of mothers hiding out in bathrooms in malls across America? I completed yet another rite of passage into mommyhood this past week… in the Ladies’ Lounge at my nearby Nordstrom. The things that go on in there… It was like another world! And I got stuck in there [...]
Today I’m owning up to my newfound paranoia. I’ve regrettably crossed to the other side… a side I swore I’d never visit prior to becoming a new mom. Thanks a lot, motherhood! So far, I’m not a fan of my new attitude. Yesterday I took my very first SOLO outing with LadyP. It was time [...]
I’ve established a new rule for myself at our house: No $#*! talking around guests. Meaning, absolutely no mentions of poop, diapers, peepee or gaseousness of any kind. Even if I’m thinking about it, I will resist the urge to announce “Fire Down Below” should my dainty LadyP have a ‘movement’ in the presence of [...]
Today is my last-ditch organization day before I succumb to Baby’s arrival. All laundry has been washed & put away, all dishes have been cleaned, all food has been cooked, and all floors have been mopped. My apartment has never looked better. And, there are 3 “Do’s” I’d like to pass along to YOU (expecting-mommies [...]
Hi all. Jill Simonian here. I’m a TV Host & Entertainment Journalist who somehow ended up with TWO *surprise* baby girls under the age of 2. I'm still trying to figure out how this happened. LadyP barged in September 2010 and LilMiss arrived March 2012. TheFabMom was born in 2011 as an experiment to keep life flirty, fun, focused & as close to fabulous as possible after babies. Here you will find my personal stories, realizations & rants about keeping mommyhood, lifestyle and my work on TV fab... all with a wild toddler and bouncy infant. Got tips? Send 'em my way!
