Very Busy Mamá

A very busy mama's take on all things beauty, style, fitness and dash of cooking...

VirtuArte — Handcrafted with love

Never a dull moment over here — mostly everyday mamá stuff which is about a million different things. I'm continuing to do freelance writing work, unpack this house and get set up, spend time with...

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Moving to WordPress...

We moved to a new house and in two weeks our lives have changed drastically — for the better. My son has space to run and move and I, well, I feel less trapped and less stressed. I feel the same is...

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Busy mama hair — short, warm and wavy at Salon 46

A few weeks ago at a local event for the Kid Trips book launch I met Cindy, mama of 3 and owner and stylist at Salon 46 in Old Town, Alexandria. I lived RIGHT around the corner and had driven by...

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¡Me encanta! ARTISTRY Enchanted Garden Collection

I'm a budget conscious mamá, but I also know that buying something because it's less expensive and of a lesser quality is only going to cost me more in the long run (I learned that lesson with a...

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Newborn photo shoot with Becky A. Gardner Photography

Little L is midway into her three months of life. THREE MONTHS! I'm not sure if time has flown by to be honest — it's going just right and I'm enjoying every minute and each and every day is a new...

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BB Cream EXPLAINED!

As I mentioned earlier, I gave myself a mini-break and headed to Getting Gorgeous in NYC a few weeks ago. Sponsored by CVS Extra Care Beauty Club, I was introduced to new beauty products including...

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Getting Gorgeous with CVS Beauty in the Big Apple

I'm back! As some of you know I took time off last week to pack up our little apartment and get ready for the move to a HOUSE. This is MAJOR for us here at the Very Busy Familia — my husband hasn't...

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Very Busy Mamá is MOVING!

No, not moving blogs, but actually physically moving from one house to another. So you can imagine, one mamá, two kids, lots of boxes and endless amounts of clothing, toys and general crap to move...

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Telenovela ready with Mary Kay and Arranque de Pasión

It's impossible to grow up in a Chilean or any Hispanic household without experiencing a telenova (Spanish language soap operas). Sometimes my mother was really into one and of course we all had to...

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One hand manicure — busy mama problem or new mom trend?

All I wanted was to pretty up my nails. That's all! Is that too much for mama to ask?!! LATE Saturday night after the kiddies were tucked away, I took out my new polish to paint my nails. I was...

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Hanes Legwear: Affordable, sleek and perfect for spring!

When I see nude tights I think old school pantyhose. Even saying the word pantyhose sounds old and I think of wrinkled ankles and itchy legs. Ewwww! Are they even called that anymore? I don't know,...

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Kid Trips Book Party and Mom Achiever Working Women's Luncheon

As a very busy mamá I choose what events and networking functions I attend very carefully. With one child you can still manage to do almost everything and easily arrange a sitter or have my husband...

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From wrinkles and staines to stripes and skulls

Although you don't SEE my husband, he does exist. He prefers not to be on the blog or anywhere online. I think my husband is pretty handsome and I'd love to show more pictures of us, but I adhere...

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Effortlessly Chic | Ruth Barzel Jewelry Design Giveaway

Hello hello! What a beautiful weekend! I was supposed to have worked all day Sunday, but I just couldn't do it. I opted for being outdoors with my family and soaking up the sun. However, yesterday...

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10 Reasons To Love Redbook Magazine

I went off magazines years ago. I haven't had a proper subscription to one since....oh....I can't even remember when. And when I do want to pick one up just for old times sake, I don't know where...

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¡Me encanta! AVEENO Active Naturals

I've been a self proclaimed beauty junkie long before my blogging days. My mamá always had fragrances, creams, makeup and nail colors that I would quietly experiment with — call it the early days...

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A Hint of Mint: Color Block Top & Baby Skinnies

What a great weekend! On Saturday the Mr. and I went out. ALONE. To dinner. Then my mamá took Little M to stay with her giving us a little break. On Sunday the weather was GORGEOUS and warm and...

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Fresh Face for Spring | Neutrogena Beautiful Inside Out

Have you ever been so tired that your FACE hurts?! Yeah, that's me. Everyday. You know the story, I've got newborn in the house AND a very energetic four year old to look after and with so much...

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Ready for spring in pretty pastels

We may be ready for spring, but spring isn't being too kind. It's bloody cold here these days and Easter Sunday it was grey and rainy. Booooo! However, there are warmer moments and when that does...

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¡Me encanta! Pink Lining Blue Bouquet Bag

If you know me, you know that I LOVE handbags and that I have a difficult time with mommy/diaper bags. I am very picky and particular about what bag to carry my baby items around in. I've tried the...

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Turn maternity jeans into stylish jeggings

Little L is TWO months now and despite some rough patches there I believe I am beating the nasty baby blues and seeing brighter days. No more crying and I feel much, MUCH better. I've also been...

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Bloggers love...blazers

Blazers are all the rage now. But truth is, I've been rocking that look for ages. No, really. I have. I'm not just saying that — I LOVE blazers! I have a few that are over ten years old and still...

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Just the girls – Spring Essentials

Okay okay, so Little L is only eight weeks old, but on our walk to Starbucks this weekend while the boys went to the playground I started daydreaming of all the mami-daughter days we are going to...

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STOP the mommy wars & START the peace talks

I've judged and I've been judged. Yes, we've ALL done it. I've been a working mom, stay at home mom and a work at home mom. I've also breastfed and formula fed my children and for each of my roles...

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Style About Town: A Baby Affair

Yesterday I went out alone and headed to A Baby Affair in D.C. - an expo showcasing the best in mom and baby brands and businesses. The expo, presented by Let Mommy Sleep, a local organization who...

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Battling the baby blues

Oh my goodness! Seriously, this being a mamá of two is no joke. My life has once again changed and I'm learning to deal with it all. I don't stop all day long. And I don't sleep, all night long. I...

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Hair Cuttery | Tips for a fabulous look & experience

Hair Cuttery. Yes, I went there. And I not only got a hair cut, but I got highlights too. Risky. I know. Let's face it, Hair Cuttery is the 7-11 of hair salons - quick, convenient and inexpensive....

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Best of Beauty | Hand creams for mamas

I spend most of my day washing my hands. Any new mom (and dad) knows that you have to keep them clean before handling a newborn, before making their bottles and especially after changing diapers....

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Avoid the nasties | Protect children from RSV

Motherhood. Never a dull moment, is there? Kids get sick all of the time. I mean, Little M is no stranger to picking up "the nasties" as I call it. He has probably had it all since he began going...

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VirtuArte — Handcrafted with love

Moving to WordPress...

Busy mama hair — short, warm and wavy at Salon 46

¡Me encanta! ARTISTRY Enchanted Garden Collection

Newborn photo shoot with Becky A. Gardner Photography

BB Cream EXPLAINED!

Getting Gorgeous with CVS Beauty in the Big Apple

Very Busy Mamá is MOVING!

Telenovela ready with Mary Kay and Arranque de Pasión

One hand manicure — busy mama problem or new mom trend?

Hanes Legwear: Affordable, sleek and perfect for spring!

Kid Trips Book Party and Mom Achiever Working Women's Luncheon

From wrinkles and staines to stripes and skulls

Effortlessly Chic | Ruth Barzel Jewelry Design Giveaway

10 Reasons To Love Redbook Magazine

¡Me encanta! AVEENO Active Naturals

A Hint of Mint: Color Block Top & Baby Skinnies

Fresh Face for Spring | Neutrogena Beautiful Inside Out

Ready for spring in pretty pastels

¡Me encanta! Pink Lining Blue Bouquet Bag

Turn maternity jeans into stylish jeggings

Bloggers love...blazers

Just the girls – Spring Essentials

STOP the mommy wars & START the peace talks

Style About Town: A Baby Affair

Battling the baby blues

Hair Cuttery | Tips for a fabulous look & experience

Best of Beauty | Hand creams for mamas

Avoid the nasties | Protect children from RSV

Fashion Friday | Polka dot skimmer jeans

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