The Girl Is A Mom

Name of Blog: The Girl Is a Mom

Name of Blogger: Kimberly

Blogging since: October 2007

Number of followers today: 179 GFC

Average number of ppm (posts per month): A few posts each week.

What the Blog is about:  Kimberly is a SAHM who believes in breastfeeding, cloth diapering, baby wearing, and attachment parenting.  She also holds giveaways.

Does the author respond to comments? Yes. 

So long, farewell, auf wiedersehen, adieu!

From AJ: The mind behind the madness...

Sigh, it is with some regret and much sadness that I must say goodbye for now. I plan to occasionally post a review, but I will be releasing ownership and design to MaryAnne from The Punk Rock Mom. I expect that she will take her new and refreshing energy and make this blog into a powerhouse of information and a great community hub to boot!

Life has taken over my spare time for multiple blogs, and I have other things I would like to focus on (like design and crafting), besides, my family blog is also standing alone with no new posts...

I am excited to see what Mary Anne does with the place! I know it will knock my socks off! ;) Good-luck and goodbye(ish) Mary Anne!!

I'm not actually going anywhere, but will be stepping out for awhile!

A Redhead's Real Life

Name of Blog: A Redhead's Real Life

Name of Blogger: Larisa

Blogging since: February 2010

Number of followers today: 11 GFC

Average number of ppm (posts per month): Varies. Anywhere from 2 to 11 per month.

What the Blog is about:  Larisa is a very funny working mama and wife.  She blogs about the funny things in life, like befriending the car hop at Sonic or when her daughter started the microwave on fire.  She also has a Word of the Day feature.

Does the author respond to comments? Yes.  She'll pay a visit to your blog. 

The Bipolar Diva

Name of Blog: The Bipolar Diva

Name of Blogger: Teri

Blogging since: February 2010

Number of followers today: 367 with GFC

Average number of ppm (posts per month): 25 +

What the Blog is about:  Her blog is full of  amazingly hilarious stories and the most painfully heart touching posts. She blogs all about her amazing family (including 8 kids and 13 grandkids! :D) and her struggles and triumphs with being diagnosed as bipolar.  She is a lovely and wonderful woman with the most genuine, tough, and kind spirit. I advise you to get over to her blog and catch up- it will be the best thing you did all day!

Does the author respond to comments? Yes! She is just about the nicest and most genuine person I've met since I started blogging and she always leaves the sweetest comments.

He Wears Combat Boots, I Wear Stilettos

Name of Blog: He Wears Combat Boots, I Wear Stilettos

Name of Blogger: Heather

Blogging since:  March 2010

Number of followers today: 24 with GFC

Average number of ppm (posts per month): 10 +/-

What the Blog is about: This is a really sweet blog that follows the life of Heather as she deals with mommyhood and being 'married to the military.' Her husband is currently deployed overseas and as of late she has many sweet and touching posts about surviving deployments and dealing with being a temporary single mom. Heather's blog is thoughtful, funny and genuine, so I recommend you stop by and visit her soon!

Does the author respond to comments? Yes! She always leaves sweet comments.

Sailor & Company

Name of Blog:  Sailor & Company

Name of Blogger: Sami

Blogging since: August 2007

Number of followers today: 401 with GFC

Average number of ppm (posts per month): 15+

What the Blog is about: This beautiful blog is all about Sami and her adorable family. She posts funny and thoughtful blogs often and they are always accompanied by the most amazing and gorgeous photographs. This blog is a photophile's dream! She also has very touching posts about her relationship with her Creator and the struggles she and her family has been through. If you love pictures and funny, poignant posts, step on over to her blog. You'll fall in love right away.

Does the author respond to comments? Yes! She always leaves sweet comments.

Days

Name of Blog: Days


Name of Blogger: Roxane


Blogging since: March 2010


Number of followers today: Undisclosed


Average number of ppm (posts per month): A few posts each week.


What the Blog is about: Being a mom and wife, but not quite a domestic goddess.  She is witty and smart, and provides an angle on every day life that we all can appreciate and relate to.

Does the author respond to comments? Yes.

Claire's Creations and Photography

Name of Blog: Claire's Creations and Photography

Name of Blogger: Claire

Blogging since: On this blog, she has been posting since April 2010.

Number of followers today: 30 with GFC

Average number of ppm (posts per month): 20 +

What the Blog is about: She has two blogs, but this one is mostly about her photography and the amazing crafts she makes and sells. (I am a customer and her work is brilliant! :)) She photographs everything from her amazing and beautiful family to her awesome knitting projects. And while this blog focuses a lot on photos and crafts, she also takes the time to post on her life and the everyday happenings around her. Check her out! You won't regret it ;)

Does the author respond to comments? Yes! Her responses are always so sweet and genuine.

I Was Never the Girl Next Door

Name of Blog: I Was Never the Girl Next Door

Name of Blogger: Jaclynn

Blogging since: September 2008

Number of followers today: 95 with GFC

Average number of ppm (posts per month): 5-10

What the Blog is about: Her blog is about just what the name suggests- her life and times as a unique and unconventional spirit. She blogs about everything from Bettie Page and her awesome boyfriend and furry family member to her deployed Airman sister and her up coming arrival! Can't wait to see those baby pix! She is also a fellow photophile and I absolutely love the pictures she takes. My advice is to head on over and give her a visit as soon as you can!

Does the author respond to comments? Yes! She always leaves funny responses.

Real Life with Kids

Name of Blog: Real Life with Kids



Name of Blogger: Cate



Blogging since: February 2010



Number of followers today:  92 GFC




Average number of ppm (posts per month): It varies. A few times a week, typically.



What the Blog is about: Exactly what the title infers!  Cate's a REAL mom who writes about REAL life with her family.  Both funny and honest!



Does the author respond to comments? Yes.

The Adventures of JAMC

Name of Blog: The Adventures of JAMC



Name of Blogger: Amy



Blogging since: July 2009


Number of followers today: 55 GFC



Average number of ppm (posts per month): Daily posts


What the Blog is about: Amy is a married, working mom to 2 boys who have Asperger Syndrome.  She writes about her life, the daily ups and downs, and struggles as well as triumphs of raising her boys.  She is extremely positive in dealing with her boys, and an inspiration to other parents.


Does the author respond to comments? Yes.

365 Friendly Strangers

Name of Blog: 365 Friendly Strangers

Name of Blogger: Kirsten

Blogging since: April 2010

Number of followers today: 4
Average number of ppm (posts per month): 15

What the Blog is about: One day, Kirsten was running laps around a park and noticed an awful smell.  She also noticed someone sitting on a bench right next to the smell, content as can be.  On her next lap, she stopped to chat.  She realized there are lots of friendly people all around her and it was time to meet some of them.  Her goal is to "learn things from the strangeness of strangers."  Thankfully, she's blogging the lessons for the benefit (and entertainment) of us all.
Does the author respond to comments? No, but I bet we could get her to start.

The Odyssey: An Epic Weight Loss Journey

Name of Blog: The Odyssey: An Epic Weight Loss Journey

Name of Blogger: Meg

Blogging since: December 2009

Number of followers today: 14

Average number of ppm (posts per month): 15 (bi-weekly)

What the Blog is about: This blog is about Meg, a mother of two, who is fighting the good fight in her battle against the bulge. She is on a mission to lose over 100 pounds and is sharing her journey though her blog along the way. She posts her highs, lows, meal plans and triumphs. She is honest and sincere. Meg recently posted some progress pics and is doing a great job. This is a great job to head over to and root someone on! So go do some cheering!

Does the author respond to comments? Occasionally.

One Mom's Perfect Imperfection

 

Name of Blog: One Mom's Perfect Imperfection

Name of Blogger: Courtney

Blogging since: March 2010


Number of followers today: 210 GFC


Average number of ppm (posts per month): Daily posts

What the Blog is about: Photography, Christianity and her kids.  She participates in photography memes, and writes about time and trips with her husband and kids.

Does the author respond to comments? Yes!

Things I Can't Say

Name of Blog: Things I Can't Say

Name of Blogger: Shell

Number of followers today: 1,199

Average number of ppm (posts per month): 28

What the Blog is about: Shell started this blog as a way to be able to freely say whatever she wanted without fear of what others might think. She only has 3 people "in real life" that know she writes this blog, it's otherwise anonymous. She's honest, open, funny, and writes from the heart. She doesn't hold back, which is refreshing. She blogs about the craziness of being the mom of three rambunctious boys, a wife, being a SAHM, and anything else that she feels like! Be sure to check out her Favs page for links to posts that are her favorites, or tell you more about her. She also is the creator of 2 popular memes: Pour Your Heart Out (Wednesdays) and Blog Friend Feature (Fridays).
Does the author respond to comments? Yes

Look at the Birds...

Name of Blog: Look at the Birds...

Name of Blogger: T. Bird

Blogging since: November 2007

Number of followers today: 300

Average number of ppm (posts per month): 16

What the Blog is about: This blog is about a young momma of one (soon to be two) who details just about every aspect of her life. She is not afraid of a little TMI now that then (there really is a post about waking up to sex that everyone should read) and she takes amazing pictures that she is kind enough to share with everyone. T.Bird also hosts some hot giveaways! I like this blog because T. Bird is real and tells it like it is. You should go check her (and her blog) out!

Does the author respond to comments? Rarely.

The Girl Next Door Grows Up

Name of Blog: The Girl Next Door Grows Up




Name of Blogger: The Girl/Laura/Erika



Blogging since: August 2009


Number of followers today: 614 GFC


Average number of ppm (posts per month): Monday-Friday


What the Blog is about: The Girl/Laura/Erika tells humorous, engaging story about her everyday life, including her husband, 2 kids, her parents and her dog.  She also vlogs, and has her own meme, "Feel Good Friday."


Does the author respond to comments? Yes

The Lame Sauce

Name of Blog: The Lame Sauce

Name of Blogger: Gregg

Blogging since: Unknown

Number of followers today: Undisclosed

Average number of ppm (posts per month):  10

What the Blog is about: Gregg has just the right blend of self deprecation and humor. He's a dad who raves about his kids, thinks his wife is beautiful and will blog about scheming to get some. He keeps things fresh by posting the occasional vlog. He also keeps it real in a way that I think dads generally do better than moms; a recent post was about a stinky poop he took in his daughter's bathroom that was so terrible it actually made her cry.  There are few things more dear to my heart than a good poop post.

Does the author respond to comments? Yes, via Twitter (@the_lame_sauce)

Mom-In-A-Million

Name of Blog: Mom-In-A-Million

Name of Blogger: Rebekah

Blogging since: January 2010

Number of followers today: undisclosed

Average number of ppm (posts per month): 30 (daily)

What the Blog is about: Rebekah is a young professional in DC, mom of one (super cute) kiddo and blogs about, well, everything. She provides her readers with reviews of books that you really want to read but are too embarrassed to buy (e.g. Lauren Conrad's biography) and also books you cannot wait to snuggle up with. Rebekah keeps it real with some hilarious letters to celebs and rants about her goal to re-beautify herself from the top down (like she needs it, she is gorgeous). This blog is always an entertaining read and provides enough variety to always keep the readers interested. Really, go check it out - right now!

Does the author respond to comments? Yes, via email.

Freckle Juicer

Name of Blogger: Freckle Juicer

Blogging since: One week ago. For real, she started in July 2010. Go read.

Number of followers today: Undisclosed

Average number of ppm (posts per month): Daily thus far

What the Blog is about: Freckle Juicer has followed Gwyneth Paltrow's GOOP detox diet with hilarious results. She's brutally honest. She's got a bit of a potty mouth so if you're eyes are sensitive, beware. But if you are up from a romp through Gwyneth's insanity with a health dose of humor go check out Freckle Juicer.

Does the author respond to comments? No.

Dutch Being Me

Name of Blog: Dutch Being Me

Name of Blogger: Julie

Blogging since: December 2007

Number of followers today: 213 GFC

Average number of ppm (posts per month): Pretty much Mondays-Fridays

What the Blog is about: Julie writes about her weight loss journey, her Lifelist (101 Things in 1001 Days), and is currently working on the Bible in 90 Days Challenge.

Does the author respond to comments? Yes

Smacksy

Name of Blog: Smacksy

Name of Blogger: Lisa

Blogging since: May 2009

Number of followers today: 148

Average number of ppm (posts per month): 30

What the Blog is about: Meet Bob, the preschooler.  He loves Star Wars, his new kitty cat and his mama.  And his mama?  She's good stuff, capturing the essence of the passions and meltdowns of a little boy.  Posts are succinct, well crafted and funny.  Lots of "ahhhh, that's so sweet" moments.  You'll be grateful she posts everyday.

Does the author respond to comments? Yes

Funky Mama Bird

Name of Blog: funky mama bird

Name of Blogger: Beth

Blogging since: March 2010

Number of followers today: 148

Average number of ppm (posts per month): 27

What the Blog is about: Beth is an artist, a writer (of lots of things...including Middle Eastern cuisine), first time mommy to Gunner (aka Gunne Bear), and wife to the Viking. There is one other member of the family...their black cat (you must read her post about her obsession with the Furminator and how she ended up removing almost all of the cat's hair!). She blogs about her son, his food allergies, talking in her sleep, their recent move, their new roommates (spiders...big ones!), cloth diapering, baby wearing, and a variety of other things in a witty, engaging, and humorous way.

Does the author respond to comments? Yes

The Mommy Makeover

Name of Blog: The Mommy Makeover

Name of Blogger: Not disclosed.

Blogging since: March 2010

Number of followers today: 24

Average number of ppm (posts per month): 25

What the Blog is about: This blog is about a mom faced with PPD, reflux, sleep-deprivation and ultimately the pursuit of a better sense of self and happiness. Reading The Mommy Makeover is, to say the least, inspiring. There are many points where a lesson learned for the writing is a lesson learned for the reader as well. There is also beautiful photography and amazing stories. This is a great blog for those looking for a below the surface look at motherhood and life.

Does the author respond to comments? Rarely.

Not So Crafty

Name of Blog: Not So Crafty


Name of Blogger: Tonia


Blogging since: February 2010


Number of followers today: 160 GFC


Average number of ppm (posts per month): 12+


What the Blog is about: She's a crafter!  Gift ideas, "girly" projects, modge podge and refurbs.  She currently has an auction of crafty items until July 11th, and is donating money to The American Cancer Society.


Does the blogger respond to comments? Yes.

Ironic Mom

Name of Blogger: Ironic Mom

Blogging since: November 2009

Number of followers today: undisclosed

Average number of ppm (posts per month): 10

What the Blog is about: Leanne is a junior high school teacher and mother of six-year-old twins.  Sounds wholesome, right?  Think again.  The subtitle to her blog is "if you can't laugh at yourself, laugh at your kids."  In a recent post she compares her son to Oedipus.  In another, remarking on the twins' sixth birthday, she harkens back to their birth and refers to her newborns as "slime balls."  But, the last lines of that post are these, "You make me happy. And you make me laugh."  Snark with heart.

Does the author respond to comments? Occasionally

JDaniel4's Mom

Name of Blog: JDaniel4's Mom

Name of Blogger: Deirdre

Blogging since: May 2009

Number of followers today: 991

Average number of ppm (posts per month): 30+ (7-10 posts A WEEK!)

What the Blog is about: Blog love giving (she blogs about blogs she reads), idea sharing, giveaways galore and more! This blog can't really be defined as a "Mommy Blog" but it's more than a giveaway blog as well. Her posts are honest, her parenting tips and passions are shared about in a straightforward way. She is also a joiner, she participates in themes like "Muffin Tin Mondays" and writes product reviews as well as participating in sharing Blog awards.

Does the blogger respond to comments? Yes.

It Ain't Being Cheesy

Name of Blogger: It Ain't Easy Being Cheesy

Blogging since: April 2009

Number of followers today: 442

Average number of ppm (posts per month): Roughly 15

What the Blog is about: It Ain't Easy Being Cheesy is a lovely glimpse into a family life. A lovely glimpse that will leave you holding your sides with laughter many days. Her photos are gorgeous and so are her 3 children. Alicia knows how to school people in dog park etiquette and can spin a tale about phone withdrawal that will leave you nodding in agreement. She's the bomb and she knows it. But still, it ain't easy being cheesy.

Does the author respond to comments? Yes, via email

Our Daze in the Desert

Name of Blog: Our Daze in the Desert


Name of Blogger: Arizona Mamma

Blogging since: October 2009


Number of followers today: 333 GFC


Average number of ppm (posts per month): A few times each week.  She's been taking a bit of a summer sabbatical.


What the Blog is about: Arizona Mamma is a mom to 2 and step-mom to 1.  She loves photography, and has Tasty Tuesday and You Know You're a Mom When-sDaze features.

Does the author respond to comments? Yes

lucille in the sky

Name of Blog: lucille in the sky

Name of Blogger: Lucy

Blogging since: December 2008, but regularly since April 2010

Number of followers today: 143

Average number of ppm (posts per month): 23 since April 2010

What the Blog is about: Lucy discusses her life as a first time mom to her beautiful baby girl, Giovanna. She also discusses the challenges and successes of being a stepmother to Emile. She is a self-proclaimed health nut and writes about organic cooking and natural products. She also is the owner of Herbal Philosophy, which sells organic teas. She does everything she can to live green. Her blog is honest, open, and has a very relaxing feel to it.

Does the author respond to comments? Yes

just another day in paradise

Name of Blogger: Justine

Blogging since: 2008

Number of followers today: 36

Average number of ppm (posts per month): 15-20

What the Blog is about: This is a mommy blog, but oh what a mommy blog! She intersperses humor, ideas, letters and tons of darling pics of her little sweetie! She is a self-described "simple, fun loving, dog saving, tree hugging, new mommy, living in my own personal paradise." For a relaxing, story sharing, real-life mommy, check her out!

Hormonal Imalances

Name of Blog: Hormonal Imbalances

Name of Blogger: Diana

Blogging since: January 2010

Number of followers today: 334

Average number of ppm (posts per month): 30 (daily)

What the Blog is about: Hormonal Imbalances is written by Diana, a stay at home, eco-friendly, somewhat OCD mom who shares her adventures in mommyhood. Diana discusses everything from spit up to peeing in the shower and is by no means afraid of taboo or controversial topics. Diana also started up a series of posts to help new bloggers figure out this whole blogging madness. Diana is honest, thoughtful and always a good read.

Does the author respond to comments? Yes, via comments.

A Day in the Life of a Surferwife

Name of Blogger: Surferwife

Blogging since: September 2008

Number of followers today: 300

Average number of ppm (posts per month): 15-20

What the Blog is about: How to do justice to the Surferwife? First, to steal her self-description: "I call myself a Surferwife because I am the wife of a surfer. I do NOT surf. It's cold and wet, people." Her demonstrably biting wit is woven through all of her posts. She is kind enough to regularly regale her readers with her true celebrity encounters. When she's not dazzling you with her star-studded life, she's warm, funny and uber-cool at all times. Stop by for a visit, you won't leave dissatisifed. And you just might leave covered in fairy dust.

Does the author respond to comments? Yes, via email

Lula Lola

Name of Blog: Lula Lola


Name of Blogger: Lula Lola


Blogging since: January 2010


Number of followers today: Undisclosed


Average number of ppm (posts per month): 20+


What the Blog is about: Lula Lola is a wife and mom to 3 beautiful, active boys.  She loves photography and living life to it's fullest.  She's incredibly honest and sincere, and writes from the heart.  Her humor is infectious, and she writes in a way that you feel like she's speaking directly to you.


Does the author respond to comments? Yes!

Ann's Rants

Name of Blog: Ann's Rants

Name of Blogger: Ann

Blogging since: October 2008

Number of followers today: 341

Average number of ppm (posts per month): 7

What the Blog is about: Ann dubs herself a "stay at home humorist."  She ain't lying.  Her posts range from the satirical (prenatal search engine optimization, anyone?) to the confessional (fake diary entries from her middle school years).  Her struggles with her hair and her status as a Sconnie Jewess (jewish woman from Wisconsin) feature prominently.  She is irreverent, raucous, self-deprecating and, always, a humanist.

Does the author respond to comments? Yes.

One Love Mama

Name of Blog: One Love Mama


Name of Blogger: Morgan

Blogging since: April 2010

Number of followers today: 186

Average number of ppm (posts per month): 11

What the Blog is about: Morgan describes herself as an "aspiring domestic goddess and foodie", but she is also an amazing photographer. Her daughter Bella just celebrated her first birthday. This blog is full of beautiful photography, photos of Bella, recipes, a few giveaways, and living green. There's something for everybody!

Does the author respond to comments?  Yes

it's all good in the motherhood

Name of Blog: it's all good in the motherhood

Name of Blogger: Clare

Blogging since: April 2009

Number of followers today: 23

Average number of ppm (posts per month): 8 (twice a week)

What the Blog is about: She's a mommy of 4 children ages 9 and under. She says: "In real life, I am a stay-at-home mom who has mad skills with laundry stain removal. I also make a mean chicken soup. In my spare time, I trip over Legos and watch Yo Gabba Gabba. I try not to take myself too seriously, and I consider myself to be a recovering perfectionist. Perfection is for people without messy children. Whether I am cleaning up vomit, or taking my kids on an adventure to the zoo, I love my life." It's a mommy blog, and is full of humorous, tender and great stories about her kids and life. It's a great, relaxing read.

Does the author respond to comments? Nope.

Last Splash

Name of Blog: Last Splash

Name of Blogger: The closest you'll get is "Cannonball14"

Blogging since: September 2009

Number of followers today: 49

Average number of ppm (posts per month): 7 (twice a week)

What the Blog is about: Last Splash is a great mix of mommy blogging, life stories and funny events. In her blog, Cannonball, as she is known to her readers, details her life as a working mom of one who is trying to balance it all while simultaneously figuring out life as a "grown up". Reading Last Splash is refreshing because it is honest, real and something to which many women can relate. I recommend you give this one a read...you won't regret it!

Does the author respond to comments? Yes, via comments.

Three Pugs and a Baby

Name of Blogger: Jenn

Blogging since: 2007

Number of followers today: 185

Average number of ppm (posts per month): 25-30

What the Blog is about: Jenn does it all. She's wickedly funny, an awesome cook and a great mom. She's even got a mean face to keep pesky people at bay. She's the person you want by your side through thick and thin, hanging with you on girl's night out. Three Pugs and a Baby is full of fantastic photos and engaging stories of her son Turtle, her husband MacGuyver and her three pugs. Stop by to learn how to make great cupcakes, a DIY carnival-themed birthday party or just for a laugh.

Does the author respond to comments? Yes, via email

Organic Enchilada

Name of Blog: Organic Enchilada




Name of Blogger: Bethany



Blogging since: January 2010



Number of followers today: 47 Google Friend Connect followers



Average number of ppm (posts per month): 16



What the Blog is about: Bethany is a stay-at-home mom to a house full of boys.  She's honest, off-the-cuff and funny.  She uses her blog as her "lifeline" to the world outside of everyday mom duties.  Her stories are relatable, and she writes about so many things beyond motherhood.



Does the author respond to comments? Yes

Twenty Fingers and Twenty Toes

Name of Blog: Twenty Fingers & Twenty Toes


Name of Blogger: Cuz I'm the Mama

Blogging since: March 2010

Number of followers today: 33

Average number of ppm (posts per month): 11 per month

What the Blog is about: Looking for a blog about multiples? Cuz I'm the Mama is a first time mom to twin girls who are almost 9 months old. She blogs about their growth and development, as well as the day-to-day life of a mom of twins. The blog is very family oriented, and she posts a lot of pictures of her beautiful girls. She has been featured on the Multiples and More blog as the Shout Out of the Week.

Does the author respond to comments? Occasionally

Kludgy Mom

Name of Blog: Kludgy Mom

Name of Blogger: Gigi

Blogging since: July/August 2009

Number of Followers today: 113

Average Number of PPM (Posts per month): She doesn't have this listed, and I didn't count, but it looks like every other dayish... so 15-20.

What the blog is about: A former Chicagoan, San Franciscan, Phoenician, high tech marketer and recovering lawyer. Currently a wife, Texan, stay at home mom, fumbling foodie and blogger. She mixes humor and tosses in the occasional meme, to make a honest, fun blog that is well written and a joy to read. When I went to visit, I stayed and wanted to keep reading around.

Does the author respond to comments? Yes

Avery and Me

Name of Blog: Avery and Me

Name of Blogger: Ingrid

Blogging since: December 2009

Number of followers today: 41

Average number of ppm (posts per month): 10

What the Blog is about: Avery and Me is a classic and sweet mommy blog. Through her blog, Ingrid details her life as a new mom by sharing her thoughts on motherhood, the milestones and growth of her gorgeous little girl and other exciting happenings. She loves to share pictures along with her stories, which makes me feel like I am sharing the moment with her. This is a great blog to read if you like living life right along next to a fellow mom.

Does the author respond to comments? Rarely.

In These Small Moments

Name of Blog: In These Small Moments

Name of Blogger: Nichole

Blogging since: April 2010

Number of followers today: Undisclosed

Average number of ppm (posts per month): 20-25

What the Blog is about: In these Small Moments is an insightful, heartwarming blog about family. Nichole is a loving mother, caring wife and an overall passionate woman. Every time you read, her blog makes you think and give thanks for your family. Her tender words and touching perspective will keep you coming back and wishing you were part of the family.

Does the author respond to comments? Yes, in the comments section

A Beautiful Mess

Name of Blog: A Beautiful Mess



Name of Blogger: Alicia



Blogging since: January 2008



Number of followers today: 269 Google Friend Connect followers



Average number of ppm (posts per month): Typically 30+



What the Blog is about: Alicia's tagline is: "A blog dedicated to my personal journey through this so-called life.  Project Alicia: the good, the bad and all the stuff in between".

Alicia is completing a Project 365, hosts a Wordless Wednesday linky, and posts recipes.  She writes about the struggles and triumphs of parenting and everyday life.



Does the author respond to comments? Yes

The Life and Times of Malady

Name of Blog: The Life and Times of Malady

Name of Blogger: Kirsten

Blogging since: August 2007

Number of followers today: 118

Average number of ppm (posts per month): 5

What the Blog is about: I don't know any other bloggers who are doing what Kirsten does.  This is not a blog, it's a "blogtoon."  Each post is a cartoon that illustrates the hilarity and pathos of motherhood and being a licensed massage therapist.   A post called "Geography" features a map of the United States.  An arrow on Portland denotes, "exhausted mom, over-worked dad, sick kid."  Arrows pointing to New Jersey and Florida indicate "free babysitting."  Posts are well drawn in a straight-forward style, with great use of color.  The writing is always on par with the art.  The Life and Times of Malady is the perfect intersection of artistic talent, humor and language.

Does the author respond to comments? Occasionally.

Pull Up Your Potty Seat, This Could Take Awhile

Name of Blog: Pull Up Your Potty Seat, This Could Take Awhile

Name of Blogger: -K

Blogging since: February 2010

Number of followers today: 518

Average number of ppm (posts per month): 20+ per month

What the Blog is about: -K blogs about life with a toddler and her struggles with PCOS (polycystic ovary syndrome) and fertility (she only has one fallopian tube). She and her husband are currently trying to conceive their second child, and she discusses it openly and honestly. She writes very short posts; usually around 5 sentences. The posts are well-written, witty, thought provoking, and there is always humor hidden within. For such a small amount of writing, you will be surprised by what you take away from her posts!

Does the author respond to comments? By visiting your blog and leaving comments.

Being Tazim

Name of Blog: Being Tazim

Name of Blogger: Tazim

Blogging since: January 2010

Number of followers today: 84

Average number of ppm (posts per month): 15-49 (seems to be increasing)

What the Blog is about: Tazim is a student who blogs to release her inner creator. She is so much more than just a student and her blog reveals the inner workings of a very creative mind who might have experience as an Interior Designer and may have a BA in Art History, but is striving to be more than that through her blog. Her posts are thoughtful (and visually fun) responses to themes and memes.

Does the author respond to comments? Occasionally, but not by email.

Helms - The Blog

Name of Blog: Helms - The Blog

Name of Blogger: Abby

Blogging since: April 2010

Number of followers today: 25

Average number of ppm (posts per month): 11

What the Blog is about: Helms is a mommy of one...soon to be two kiddos. But, watch out, Helms is not your typical mommy blogger! Rather, Helms relays her tales of men (maybe that should be boys), crazy adventures, life before mommyhood and how she got to where she is today. She also shows off her very cute daughter and talks about current life events. Overall, I think she describes herself the best: "wife, mom and snark." So, if you are in for some good stories, this is the blog for you.

Does the author respond to comments? Usually through follow up comments.

AJD + Three

Name of Blog: AJD plus Three

Name of Blogger: Anne

Blogging since: December 2009

Number of followers today: 124

Average number of ppm (posts per month): 30 (daily)

What the Blog is about: Anne has two adorable children. She relates her experiences raising them as well as her own life challenges. Her weight loss journey, Couch to 5K (C25K) and employment search are all featured in her writing. Anne is open and honest making her tone very conversational. Her blog also features product reviews and giveaways. Reading this blog is like sitting down for a cup of coffee with a close girlfriend.

Does the author respond to comments? Occasionally.

Mummy Crafts

Name of Blog: Mummy Crafts...and it keeps her happy!



Name of Blogger: Craftymummy



Blogging since: August 2009



Number of followers today: 160



Average number of ppm (posts per month): 25+ per month in the past 2 months, averaged about 13 per month before then.



What the Blog is about: All things crafty!  Sewing, quilting, knitting, jewelry - you name it, she does it!  She offers tutorials, including how-to videos.  She also features other crafty folks on her blog.



Does the author respond to comments? Yes

Wherever Launa Goes, There She Is

Name of Blog: Wherever Launa Goes, There She Is

Name of Blogger: Launa

Blogging since: August 2009

Number of followers today: 44

Average number of ppm (posts per month): 15-20

What the Blog is about: Launa quit her job as a school adminstrator in Brooklyn, packed up her husband and two girls, and moved to the south of France for nine months.  She discusses her goals for their family sabbatical, and the challenge of letting go of some of those goals.  If that isn't enough to suck you in, she writes like an smart, observant angel; describing the cultural differences between France and America, how her travel style differs from that of her husband, and the ways each of her daughters experience living abroad. Oh, and there's food porn.

Her writing would fit comfortably in the pages of any decent travel magazine, or even the New Yorker.  Start at the first post in August of 2009 and keep reading.  Launa will be returning to America soon, and her first order of business should be putting together a book proposal from her wonderful blog.
 
Does the author respond to comments? Yes.

Letters for Lucas

Name of Blog: Letters for Lucas

Name of Blogger: Tonya

Blogging since: August 2009

Number of followers today: 41

Average number of ppm (posts per month): 23 per month

What the Blog is about: Tonya is a thirty-something first time mom. Her son Lucas will be celebrating his first birthday in June! The blog starts with Tonya writing a series of letters directly to her son. But as Tonya continues to write, the blog expands into not only a way to record Lucas' growth and development, but as a way for her to record her own growth as both a mommy and woman. Tonya captures the change from being a childless, married woman that has a busy and active social life to becoming a mom, without losing her sense of self. The transition is beautifully written, and worth the read. Her writing is poignant, sassy, sweet, and very honest.

Does the author respond to comments? Yes. She also visits your blog and leaves comments.

Mommy of a Monster

Name of Blog: Mommy of a Monster (I Mean Toddler) and Infant Twins

Name of Blogger: Natalie

Blogging since: March 2010

Number of followers today: 212

Average number of ppm (posts per month): 30 (pretty much daily)

What the Blog is about: Mommy of a Monster chronicles life with three young children, one of whom is a monster. Aren't all toddlers? The writing is honest and has dealt with subjects ranging from her son Tater's trucker mouth to her struggles with infertility. She shares fantastic photos of her family, her garden and her frumpiness. Funny and completely raw, Natalie lays out her life for the world to see.

Does the author respond to comments? Yes, and promptly

Blog Tip #204 - Number of Posts vs. Number of Comments

Posting more than once a day doesn't get more people to read your blog, nor does it get you more comments.

You might think you would get more comments if you write more posts. In reality most bloggers and blog-readers don't stay online all day. They come and go in starts and spurts. Once a day or every other day for posts you really want people to read is all you need.

Unless you write reviews of blogs.

Then it can be every day... and twice on Fridays.

But it still won't get us more comments.

Mommy's Pen

Name of Blog: Mommy's Pen

Name of Blogger: Sue

Blogging since: December 2009

Number of followers today: Undisclosed

Average number of ppm (posts per month): 25-30

What the Blog is about: Sue is raising her daughter Nora in the Pacific Northwest. She's trying create a positive, creative environment for Nora to grow up in and is sharing the details. Nora has just turned three and has a very unique take on life as a result - which Sue passes on to us. Her husband Ben regularly graces us with his gorgeous photography to highlight Sue's stories. Sue shares with us her parenting mistakes on a weekly basis while highlighting the beauty of family on a daily basis.

Does the author respond to comments? Yes, via comments

In Pursuit of Martha Points

Name of Blog: In Pursuit of Martha Points

Name of Blogger: Lori

Blogging since: March 19, 2010

Number of followers today: Undisclosed

Average number of ppm (posts per month): 20+ per month

What the Blog is about: Lori lives her life by Martha Points. As in Martha Stewart points.  She has a 100-point scale that she uses to measure her Martha-y-ness, and increases or decreases her current score based on her successes and failures in all things domestic. 

Example:
Making the Bed: +5 points
Losing the Kids: -10 points

If you weren't able to tell until now, Lori's blog is full of honesty and humor.  You're guaranteed to fall in love! 

Does the author respond to comments? Yes

Aging Mommy

Name of Blog: Aging Mommy

Name of Blogger: Jane

Blogging since: February 2010

Number of followers today: 210

Average number of ppm (posts per month): 15 per month

What the Blog is about: This “aging mommy” is a 46 year old first time mom. She is raising her 3 year old daughter, Mirabelle. She writes about their daily antics together, as well as about how mommy hood has changed her life. She describes the real, and not always fun, aspects of being a mom. She offers advice and useful suggestions. She has strong opinions, and offers them in a healthy, engaging manner. The “voice” of her writing is very calming and leaves you wanting to read more. The comments left by readers are funny, thoughtful, and you can tell that her readers really enjoy her blog.

Does the author respond to comments? Yes

Taming Insanity

Name of Blog: Taming Insanity

Name of Blogger: Kristen

Blogging since: July 2009

Number of followers today: 110

Average number of ppm (posts per month): 25+ per month

What the Blog is about: Humorous cool girl turned cool woman, wife and mother. Honest, at times poignant, mostly funny captured moments in her life. She has guest bloggers, a fast growing number of followers and likes to write from themes, or memes.

Does the author respond to comments? Yes

SARA SPELLED WITHOUT AN H

Name of Blog: Sara Spelled Without An H

Name of Blogger: Sara

Blogging since: November 2008

Number of followers today: 188

Average number of ppm (posts per month): 10-15 per month

What the Blog is about: This blogger is a twenty-something graduate student who originally hails from the Midwest, but is now studying in North Carolina. She is adorable, whimsical, delightful, and the closest thing you are going to get to a slice of heaven, on a Friday. Her grandparent stories will leave you in stitches.

Does the author respond to comments? Yes

PARENTING WOES, WHOAS, AND WAHS

Name of Blog: Parenting Woes, Whoas, and Wahs

Name of Blogger: Quandlequeen

Blogging since: October 2009

Number of followers today: 19

Average number of ppm (posts per month): 15-25 per month

What the Blog is about: This blogger is a 40 something mother of three and self-confessed sufferer of ADD. Forgetful, easily distracted, bad with money, flighty, forgetful, and sometimes forgetful. A humorous writer, faithful follower, and giver of great comments and insightful advice.

Does the author respond to comments? Yes

Appleseed Gifts

Name of Blog: Appleseed Gifts

Name of Blogger: Ginger

Blogging since: December 2009

Number of followers today:13

Average number of ppm (posts per month): More than likely 30+ when she gets going

What the Blog is about: This gal is a newbie but seems driven to build herself a business and a name. She has giveaways, craft ideas, blog lovefests with guest posts and talking up other blogs. Her blog is her business, she sells creative, pretty jewelry.

Does the author respond to comments? Yes

Live the Adventure

Name of Blog: Live the Adventure

Name of Blogger: Tonya

Blogging since: September 2009, though I got the impression from an early post that this is NOT her first blog

Number of followers today:68

Average number of ppm (posts per month): Varies, more recently 25+

What the Blog is about: Now this is an interesting blog. The are a homeschooling family who lives in an RV and travels where the husband has a job. Or something like that. They are working their way across the USA with 3 kids in an RV!
They have great travel tips, homeschooling anecdotes, clever ideas and stories stories stories! She is one busy mama! (and brave!)

Does the author respond to comments? Yes?

One Cluttered Brain

Name of Blog: One Cluttered Brain

Name of Blogger: Alexes

Blogging since:January 2009 (well, I think it might ACTUALLY be Oct.08)

Number of followers today:164

Average number of ppm (posts per month): Varies, from 15-30

What the Blog is about: She Vlogs. She is a devoted mommy. She is a meme joiner. She writes about so many different topics, the title of the blog is pretty self-explanatory. She is a blog love giving, comment leaver, positive type blogger.

Does the author respond to comments? Yes

A Recipe for Aperture

Name of Blog: A Recipe for Aperture

Name of Blogger: Jennie

Blogging since: May 2009

Number of Followers today: 135

Average number of ppm (posts per month): 3

What the Blog is about: Food and beautiful photography of food. If you are a foodie, this is a yummy treat for the eyes. If you like to cook, this is a treat for people who love to try new and different things.

Does the author respond to comments? Yes, and she comments.

Peterson St. Louis

 

Name of Blog: Peterson St. Louis

Name of Blogger: Lori

Blogging since: January 2009

Number of followers today: 112

Average number of ppm (posts per month): 30+

What the Blog is about:
This woman writes about her life, her family and has occasional giveaways. Plus if you like to travel, she gives the best places to visit in St. Louis.
She a blog love giving, meme participating, writer who seems to never run out of things to say.

Does the author respond to comments?Yes. Yes she does.