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Shannon Guyton

Shannon is the Site Director of TheBump.com and mom to Nathan (9) and Sophia (7), who think she is the craziest mom they know (she takes this as a compliment.) From colic to breastfeeding issues, epic tantrums to poop rockets, stay home mom to working mom - she has seen it all and lives (barely) to tell. You can follow her on Twitter @shannonguyton.

Are You a Sh*tty Mom? Find Out

“Oh no, they did not just say that out loud!” said my shocked husband as I read to him from the new book Sh*tty Mom, a totally hilarious and uncensored look at some of the impossible situations we mothers find ourselves in. We’re not talking about just the run of the mill breast milk stains... read more

Why New Moms Should Watch What They Wish For

New moms always hear their friends with older kids say “enjoy the time now, they grow up so fast.” I always thought that was total BS, because how could those moms wish for what I had – two little insatiable people who needed something from me all the time, no privacy, a slow insanity from... read more

Did One of My Kids Get an Unfair Advantage with Breastfeeding?

When my first child was born (after a grueling 36 hour labor) – he and I were an exhausted, overwhelmed, high strung, nervous mess. I had every intention of breastfeeding, but I had no idea how hard it would be. I latched him on over and over and as he fought me, we’d both just... read more

Mark Your Calendars: August 15 is Public Display of Breastfeeding Day!

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Join the boob-olution! On August 15th, moms everywhere will breastfeed in public to celebrate Public Display of Breastfeeding (PDB) Day. Why make a big deal out of breastfeeding in public? To empower moms and show the world that if a mom chooses to breastfeed, it's her right to feed her baby whenever and wherever she... read more

The Bump Digital Magazine is Here!

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Did you know The Bump has a magazine? It's a handy local guide chock full of pregnancy advice, stylish ideas and the best local deals and info -- and in the past, you probably only had a chance to read it at your local OB office (that's where we distribute the print copies). But now... read more

5 Things New Yorkers Taught My Kids in 5 Days

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Last week my kids (9 and 6) had the opportunity to join me on a work trip and experience Manhattan for the first time. Needless to say, they were blown away. Seeing this city through their eyes, I was blown away too - and more than of just the sights, but of the rich lessons... read more

How I Did Everything Right – And Still Had Trouble Getting Pregnant

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My husband and I did everything "right". We got married, we traveled, we saved money, we bought a house, and after five years of being married, we were ready to be parents on paper and in our hearts. We excitedly stopped using protection and assumed that would be enough to get pregnant and have... read more

What Happened When Daddy Went Out of Town? A Better Mommy Emerged (Eventually)

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Last week my husband went out of town for work (the nerve), and he took all sanity and order with him. Here’s a diary of how the week went, and what I learned about the parent I am and the parent I’m not (but need to be). Day one: I have this image it will... read more

The Secret to Youth? Use Baby Products

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One of our sisters at The Blush recently discovered how great baby products can be for adults. I don’t have much time to stock up on personal beauty products, so I’ve reached for the kids’ Burt's Bees lotion or California Baby body wash in a pinch plenty of times.... read more

How I Lost My Baby Weight Like a Super-Stah

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Turns out I have something in common with Beyonce and Jessica Simpson, and it’s certainly not singing talent or a sense of style. We all had a bunch of pounds to drop post baby, and we needed help to do it. Beyonce enlisted the help of a personal trainer, and Jessica Simpson just announced... read more

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Shannon Guyton

Are You a Sh*tty Mom? Find Out

Why New Moms Should Watch What They Wish For

Did One of My Kids Get an Unfair Advantage with Breastfeeding?

Mark Your Calendars: August 15 is Public Display of Breastfeeding Day!

The Bump Digital Magazine is Here!

5 Things New Yorkers Taught My Kids in 5 Days

How I Did Everything Right – And Still Had Trouble Getting Pregnant

What Happened When Daddy Went Out of Town? A Better Mommy Emerged (Eventually)

The Secret to Youth? Use Baby Products

How I Lost My Baby Weight Like a Super-Stah

Hilarious ‘Men in Labor’ Video Is a Must-See (WATCH!)

My Favorite Pregnancy Products

11 Baby Shower Dessert Ideas

Uh Oh! Royal Insider Reveals Kate Middleton’s Due Date

Hilarious ‘Men in Labor’ Video Is a Must-See (WATCH!)

Confession: Facebook Made Me Feel Inferior on Mother’s Day

Surprise! Supplementing With Formula Could Help Moms Breastfeed for Longer

Why I Lied to My Baby’s Pediatrician

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