by Taslim Jaffer | Oct 20, 2014 | Giving Back, Motherhood
Last month, as a blog ambassador for Leading Moms, I was invited to attend a presentation by Kidoodle TV. This presentation followed a free trial period of this ‘Netflix-for-kids-but-better’ product and I was curious to learn more about it. To be honest,...
by Taslim Jaffer | Oct 9, 2014 | Giving Back
Below is the press release for a fundraiser I am proud to be part of hosting. If you are a member of the writing community, or know how writing can heal the soul, you will want to read on. And if you know someone who is living with eating disorders, here is that...
by Taslim Jaffer | Sep 30, 2014 | Life Lessons, Motherhood
Last Friday, I had the opportunity to sit in a room of about 200 women and listen to the stories of other moms who, like you and me, are trying to carve out the best lives for themselves, their families and their communities. I laugh as I write that sentence because...
by Taslim Jaffer | Aug 11, 2014 | Giving Back
When I asked my 7 year old daughter why it’s important to raise money for medical care for children with life-threatening illnesses, she said, “Because I want them to enjoy their life and feel better.” Quality of life is something we all strive for,...
by Taslim Jaffer | Jul 31, 2014 | Giving Back
As a little girl, I used to watch those infomercials about starving children in Africa and bawl my eyes out. Not only did I feel sorry for these little ones with the bloated bellies and sad stories of being orphaned – I also felt an enormous burden of guilt on...
by Taslim Jaffer | Jun 27, 2014 | Life Lessons, Motherhood
Exactly 7 years ago today, I became a mother. Wait, what?! It’s only been 7 years? How is that possible when such a huge part of my identity is being a mom? I have to strain my brain really hard to remember what life was like before becoming a...
