Making Money Online - with Facebook

With almost 900 million active users per month, Facebook is one hell of a platform to launch your hobby into a business.

Hundreds and thousands of mums and dads do it daily and whilst not all are successful, many are.

If you are sitting at home now wondering 'What If' give it a go.  It is FREE and you have nothing to loose!

The right way to navigate a supermarket or grocery store

I bet you have never considered that there is a right way and a wrong way to navigate through a supermarket!  You would be amazed at how strategic the layout of a supermarket is.

Juice Juice Glorious Juice

Juice, juice, glorious juice!  Nothing better than a glass of freshly squeezed fruit juice is there? Well, actually there is! Freshly squeezed fruit and vegetable juice.  Did you know that there is a right and a wrong way to juice? If you are into juicing here are some incredible juice recipes to get you going no matter what time of the day or night!

iPhone and iPad Accessories for Kids

The world is changing.  Technology is driving change.  Our children are being exposed to, and learning from, gadgets which were not even conceived when many of us were growing up.

The iPhone and iPad are used in almost every household, and not just by parents.  Our children, and even babies, are using them as interactive learning tools.

Their cost however makes us cringe when our toddler grabs it without a second thought.

There are a number of fantastic products on the market which can help to not only protect our iPhones and iPads from dirty and sticky fingers but from the inevitable drop to the floor.

And we have not forgotten the big kids.  Boy are they lucky.  Wait 'till you see what accessories are available for the big kids!

Read all about the iPhone and iPad accessories.

Hubs Weekly Update: Week 5

My weekly update just received from HubPages

As at 26th April 2012, day 40 into my challenge.

IN THE LAST 7 DAYS... HUB VIEWS 914  41% PROFILE VIEWS 91  -6.9% COMMENTS EVER 209 TOTAL FOLLOWERS 54

Winner: HubNugget Accolade - Again!

WOW I just won the HubNugget Accolade for my hub on Why An Apple A Day Keeps The Doctor Away.  What is more exciting is that is my second win..two weeks running!

With 58 percent of the vote, my Hub was selected by the HubPages community as a winner! 

My profile picture and an excerpt and link to the Hub is included in the weekly HubPages newsletter, which is sent to tens of thousands HubPages community members. 

I also received the HubNuggets Accolade, one of the rarest Accolades on HubPages.

You should join HubPages too. It is so rewarding.  You can contact me direct, or visit my profile on HubPages and see what it is all about.

Which one of this week's Health nominees is your favorite?

• 10% Bullying 101, Definitions of Bullying
• 20% Depression: The Bell Jar
• 5% What My Man Cave Is To Me
• 2% Five Homeopathic Songs To Fight Depression
• 5% Lies massage therapists tell: "You've got so many knots!"
• 58% Why An Apple A Day Keeps The Doctor Away

105 people have voted in this poll.

Bip Bop Bam Alacazam. It's an Onomatopoeia

Have you ever watched Batman? Have you ever read a comic? You'll know all about these incredible words if you have.

Onomatopoeia

Powerful words that add a zing to your world.  If you are a writer, you will know just how much an extra clank, thud, roar or vroom can add to your story.

Design your home office with Pinterest

If you work from home, chances are you have set up 'shop' from a spare table in your lounge, or on your kitchen table.

Many mums who work from home have done just that.

Spending money on a designer office just is not in the budget.



With Pinterest however you can design and enjoy your dream home office and visit it every day. Want to know how?

Accolade: Great Discussion Starter

Another day, another accolade! 

I have just been awarded the Great Discussion Starter Accolade, which means that my Hubs spark great discussions in the comments section.

Fun Hubbing tip: Having a Great Discussion Starter Accolade is a sign that I am making your way up in the HubPages community! 

Cinnamon - Powerful Antioxidant

Cinnamon is most known for its place in cooking, however did you know that it holds the key to many health benefits?

Cook with it, use it as an essential oil and consume it to provide benefits for those with joint pain, diabetes and so much more.

Make sure cinnamon is a condiment on your table today.

Pregnancy Gingivitis - Common and Potentially Dangerous

If you are pregnant, or planning a pregnancy, do not let your teeth be forgotten in all of the baby excitement.

Pregnancy gingivitis is all too real and can lead to gum disease and potential problems for you and your baby.

Not only are regular dental check ups important, particularly during pregnancy, but due to morning sickness, reflux, heartburn and other pregnancy side effects, there are some key steps you can take to avoid pregnancy gingivitis and avoid tooth decay all together.

A must read for anyone pregnant.

Hub Challenge Progress

Though it was about time I provided you with an update on how I am progressing with my hub challenge, to publish 100 hubs in 100 days.

• Today is 21st April 2012
• Today is Day 35 of the challenge
• Hubs Published = 41

I am slightly ahead of schedule which is a great feeling as it is not at all easy to find time to write with a baby and toddler at your heals all day.

Plus I am often finding myself struggling to come up with topics to write about.

That being said, having already won a HubNugget for my Letter Writing hub and having just been nominated again for a second HubNugget for my hub on Apples, I am feeling a spring in my step and hope to gain momentum for the next few weeks at least.

To scan through each of the 'Official Hubs' published just select 'An Official Hub' on the right of the screen.  If you prefer to select a topic such as eBay, Health, Pregnancy and Babies or even Babushka Dolls, just click directly on the topic and you will be taken to the synopsis of each hub.  Click through to HubPages to read the full stories.

I am starting to make money too which is amazing! Who'd have thought that you could make money doing this. A relatively easy task.  I'd love someone to join me and write! I'm happy to coach you.

Until next time...

Do you use an electric toothbrush? You should.

Electric toothbrushes are fun. These days you can get them in almost all colors and, particularly for kids, they are even designed with their favourite character in mind.

Clever marketing hey?

But did you know that if you do not already use an electric toothbrush you should?

To find out all about the history of toothbrushes, the introduction of the electric toothbrush and its benefits on your teeth and gums, take a look at this hub all about the humble electric toothbrush!

Accolade: HubNugget Nomination..again

I am very excited being nominated again for a HubNugget accolade!

One of my official 100 hubs, 'Why An Apple A Day Keeps The Doctor Away' was selected among 6 candidates for the weekly HubNuggets contest on HubPages.

If I win (all based on the number of votes I receive) I will receive a special accolade and be featured in the HubPages newsletter that gets issued to tens of thousands of people.

This means fantastic exposure to me, to my hubs, to my 100 Hub Challenge and to all those who support me including PlanBig.

So I need your help! Please vote for me.  You can vote daily!

This is the link to go to.

http://hubpages.com/topics/health/2155


Select the circle next to my article  'Why An Apple A Day Keeps The Doctor Away'


Then press Cast Your Vote


OR


Go to this link

http://enellelamb.hubpages.com/hub/Categorically-HubNuggets

Scroll down to the 'Health' section - my article is 'Why An Apple A Day Keeps The Doctor Away'

Please share with anyone you know. I'd love to win this.

Please let me know if you do vote also, so I can send a special thank you!

The Importance of Family Time

In our fast paced world, how do we get back to basics and introduce family time?  The importance of family time, or family bonding is critical to the health and happiness of our children.

Take time to consider this, learn the steps to take and learn how to stop and smell the roses.

Your family will be eternally grateful.

The Importance of Family Time!

Hubs Weekly Update: Week 4

My weekly update just received from HubPages

As at 19th April 2012, day 33 into my challenge.

IN THE LAST 7 DAYS...
HUB VIEWS	816	64.3%
PROFILE VIEWS	126	35.3%
COMMENTS EVER	132
TOTAL FOLLOWERS	37

Winner: HubNugget Accolade

WOW I just won the HubNugget Accolade for my hub on Letter Writing.

With 65 percent of the vote, my Hub was selected by the HubPages community as a winner! 

My profile picture and an excerpt and link to the Hub is included in the weekly HubPages newsletter, which is sent to tens of thousands HubPages community members. 


I also received the HubNuggets Accolade, one of the rarest Accolades on HubPages.

You should join HubPages too. It is so rewarding.  You can contact me direct, or visit my profile on HubPages and see what it is all about.

Which one of this week's Books, Literature, and Writing nominees is your favorite?

• 6% Five Really Lame Marvel Villains
• 9% The experiences of a lifetime InSpyre Sci-Fi, Fantasy Author Susan Dean: Rise of the Spyres
• 5% A Mother's Book Review: A Stolen Life by Jaycee Dugard
• 65% Letter Writing: Do people write letters anymore?
• 6% It's a Jungle Out There
• 9% The Easy Way to Write a Short Summary

81 people have voted in this poll.

This poll is now closed to voting.

Image: digitalart / FreeDigitalPhotos.net

Nail Polish Games: Wash Off Non Toxic Nail Polish

If you have a daughter who just loves to have her nails polished, or you are pregnant and want to avoid chemicals in any way shape or form, it is time to get yourself some water based, wash off, non toxic nail polish.

Have a nail polish game at your daughter's next birthday party, set up a beautician table and with wash off nail polish there is no need to worry if it spills or makes a mess all over their skin. 

Just wash away. No residue. No reactions.

If you are hosting a baby shower, treat the mum to be with a nail pamper - no chemicals in sight!   Wash off nail polish is an incredible product. Take a look.

Accolade: Awarded the Popular Accolade

Exciting news! 

WorkAtHomeMums on HubPages was just awarded with HubPages’ "Popular Accolade", meaning that I am popular amongst readers on the site!

The Popular Accolade is established based on the feedback people leave on your Hubs. 

Very exciting news!  If you want to read any of all of the hubs, browse through the Hub Challenge blog posts or go direct to HubPages.

Garage Sales: Buy Cheap - Resell Online eBay

Garage sales are exciting. You just never know what lemons you will find and what gold nuggets you will strike.

It is a gamble, but it is a whole lot of fun and it can be a fantastic way to work from home and make money online.

Want an eBay business?

What to buy and what to keep an eye out for can take years to ascertain, but why wait that long.  This guide will give you the insiders secrets on what you buy at a garage sale, what collectable items to seek and what you can resell to make money.

The Glycemic Index Trick

Just when you think you have understood all there is about fat, diets, what to eat, what not to eat and low G.I, comes this, a hub I stumbled upon giving us the lowdown on all things low G.I and how it is all a trick!

Oil.  That is right...oil...

Mixing oil with sugar means a potential low g.i.

Be informed..  Be aware.. Read this hub before you go shopping.

Accolade: HubNugget Nomination

I am very excited about an email I received from HubPages.

One of my official 100 hubs, 'Letter Writing: Do people write letters anymore?' was selected among 6 candidates for the weekly HubNuggets contest on HubPages.

If I win (all based on the number of votes I receive) I will receive a special accolade and be featured in the HubPages newsletter that gets issued to tens of thousands of people.

This means fantastic exposure to me, to my hubs, to my 100 Hub Challenge and to all those who support me including PlanBig and the inspiration that started it all, the Letter Writing Challenge.

So I need your help! Please vote for me.  You can vote daily!


Click on this link, Books, Literature, and Writing, click onto the circle next to my hub (WorkAtHomeMums), 'Letter Writing: Do people write letters anymore?'

Then press 'Cast My Vote'

Please share with anyone you know. I'd love to win this.

Please let me know if you do vote also, so I can send a special thank you!

10 items NEVER to buy at a garage sale

Visiting a garage (or yard) sale is so much fun.  As a child I remember being given a couple of dollars and venturing to the garage sale next door and coming home with heaps of toys.

Little did I know!

There are so many items that should never be bought at a garage sale.

Here are my 10 top items to leave on the trestle table at your next garage sale visit.

If you are wanting to buy cheap to sell online, do not go near these 10 items.

For the safety of you and your family, avoid these items at all costs. (even if they are free!)

Beauty on a Budget: 5 tips for oily skin

If you live with oily skin, like I do, you will know the trouble you have on an all too regular basis.

Shiny skin, blocked pores, breakouts, trouble with finding the right makeup...

Plus there is all the misinformation about how to best wash, cleanse, tone, moisturise....

I have prepared my top 5 tips for oily skin.

These are simple, easy tips to help you get through the day.

Hubs Weekly Update: Week 3

My weekly update just received from HubPages

As at 12th April 2012, day 26 into my challenge:

IN THE LAST 7 DAYS... HUB VIEWS 540  56.5% PROFILE VIEWS 84  12.1% COMMENTS EVER 65   TOTAL FOLLOWERS 21

SwaddleMe Adjustable Infant Wrap

Anyone who has had a baby knows all about swaddling a baby.  Swaddle this way, swaddle that way, use this blanket, use this wrap.

I think I have found the ultimate product.  It is the SwaddleMe Adjustable Infant Wrap.

For my first child I used a number of different wraps to swaddle her at night.  And almost every time she unwrapped herself.  This obviously meant less sleep for everyone involved which was not a positive step.

Now with my newborn in tow, I can safely say that the SwaddleMe wrap WORKS.

It truly works. He never gets out of it. It is so simple and easy to use.  It comes in so many great colours, fabrics and sizes that I love it and highly recommend it to any mum who wants more sleep!

FREE Online Photo Editing for Websites, Blogs and Hubs

When creating a blog, a website or writing hubs on HubPages, the use of creative images is paramount to catch the eye of the reader.

In the world of Pinterest too (feel free to follow me) we all want our images to be suitable and FREE of copyright rules.

This hub gives highlight to some brilliant free online photo editing tools, as well as some websites to gain access to FREE images.

You are only limited by your imagination.  These sites are incredible!

Are you left handed in a right handed world?

If you are left handed, and a female who is left handed, you are truly a minority in this right handed world.

The funny part is that we always have to adjust our ways.  Whether it be to use kitchen tools, garden tool, or how we use a mouse on our computer.

Some clever people in the world (probably leftys) have invented so many products for us left handed people we no longer need to look like the awkward ones.

Let's go shopping.

And why not join the left handed club. It's FREE.

Wheatgrass and its incredible benefits

Next time you order a cappuccino, consider a greenaccino.

OK, it does not truly exist in a coffee shop, but you can make one yourself with a shot of wheatgrass.

Before you screw your nose up did you know wheatgrass can actually be sweet.  And if that still does not tempt your taste buds, you can get a shot of it in your next juice you have freshly squeezed.

What is even better though is buying a wheatgrass kit, grow it at home, juice it at home.

One little shot of wheatgrass is equivalent to a kilo of vegetables. Try eating all those in one go.

Wheatgrass has so many incredible benefits!

Easy Butter Cake & Butter Cupcake Recipe

If you are feeling in the mood for something sweet, whip up a batch of yummy moist butter cupcakes.

I saw whip up because these literally take a few minutes.

I know you think making a cake from scratch is far too time consuming but not this one.

Try adding some shaved chocolate...cover with lemon icing...get the kids involved and add sprinkles.

You won't be able to stop at one and your guests will be amazed.

This is a super easy butter cake recipe that really works.

Do you eat an apple a day?

Ah, the old saying, eat an apple a day to keep the doctor away.

It is a myth or a truth?

What kinds of benefits to eating apples really provide and is there a limit to the number of apples you should eat?

With so many varieties of apples on the market, sweet ones, tart ones, ones for cooking, ones for eating, ones for juicing, there is bound to be one apple that you love!

Let's go on an apple journey, and let's keep that doctor well away!

Accolade: HubPages Engaging Writer

A lovely email was sent to me today from HubPages.  This one advised me that I was awarded with the Engaging Writer Accolade.  This means that my hubs have been recognised for being worthy of reading! Nice one I say.

This is an excerpt from the email.

You have just been awarded the Engaging Writer Accolade on HubPages, which means that you are known for writing particularly interesting Hubs that visitors read from start to finish. 

The attention span of online readers is astoundingly short, so managing to maintain visitors interest level reflects some real writing talent. Well done!

1,000 Hub Views

Exciting News

Just received an email from HubPages congratulating me on my milestone.

It read..."We just wanted to let you know that your Hubs have enjoyed 1,000 visits so far—quite an impressive milestone!  Did you ever imagine that your Hubs would be read by more people than can fill a large university lecture hall? You should be proud of yourself for a job well done! Keep in mind that traffic can often grow for years after you publish a Hub, so expect that number to continue to grow."

If you want to read any or all of my Hubs on HubPages take a moment out to have a look.

Scratch and Sniff: Clothing

What will they think of next?

I had heard about scratch and sniff stickers, but never scratch and sniff clothing!

But it exists.  Incredible.

You can buy scratch and sniff jeans, t-shirts, hats...

This hub is one in a series of 3 which I have written about scratch and sniff.

Scratch and Sniff Stickers
Scratch and Sniff Books
Scratch and Sniff Clothing

Come on a scratch and sniff journey back to the 1980s.

Scratch and Sniff: Books

 Familiar with Scratch and Sniff?  If you are you probably know all about the classical scratch and sniff stickers.

What I find truly exciting are the range of Scratch and Sniff books that are available.

Everything from Christmas stories, Halloween, Horrible Smells  and even a Travel to New York Scratch and Sniff book.

Buying a scratch and sniff book for a toddler is a brilliant way to teach them all about how to read and also what something smells like. It is amazing.

This hub is one in a series of 3 which I have written about scratch and sniff.

Scratch and Sniff Stickers

Scratch and Sniff Books

Scratch and Sniff Clothing 

Come on a scratch and sniff journey back to the 1980s.

Scratch and Sniff: Stickers and Wall Decals

Are you a child of the 1980s? If you are will have definitely heard about scratch and sniff stickers.  I loved them.  I remember them most vividly from school.

It was such a treat to receive a sticker and scratch it to see what smell it was.  Some of them were hilarious.

But I thought they disappeared.  How wrong was I.  They are here! They exist.

But not only scratch and sniff stickers, 

scratch and sniff jeans, books, wall decals, cards and so much more.

This hub is one in a series of 3 which I have written about scratch and sniff.  Follow this fun journey all about Scratch and Sniff

Scratch and Sniff Stickers

Scratch and Sniff Books

Scratch and Sniff Clothing 

Come on a scratch and sniff journey back to the 1980s.

Hubs Weekly Update: Week 2

My weekly update just received from HubPages As at 5th April 2012, day 19 into my challenge: IN THE LAST 7 DAYS...
HUB VIEWS	404	83%
PROFILE VIEWS	92	66.4%
COMMENTS EVER	45
TOTAL FOLLOWERS	16

Accolade: Awarded the Great HubPages Citizen Accolade

Exciting news! 

WorkAtHomeMums on HubPages was just awarded with HubPages’ "Great HubPages Citizen Accolade", meaning that I contribute to the community by doing things like helping people out in forums and voting Hubs up and down!

Very exciting news!  If you want to read any of all of the hubs, browse through the Hub Challenge blog posts or go direct to HubPages.

Babushka Dolls

When you hear the words Babushka Dolls or Russian Nesting Dolls, you are reminded of these lovely colourful sets of dolls that ever so elegantly fold neatly into one another.

However did you know that you can get Babushka Doll designed products for almost ever room in your home?

That's right. From the kitchen, to the bedroom.  You name it, it exists.

Delve into the history of the Babushka Doll and the exciting array of products available today.

Dark Chocolate is healthy for you.

Good News!  Chocolate is healthy for you.

Well Dark Chocolate that is.

The health benefits of eating dark chocolate in replace of milk or white are quite amazing.

Everything from weight loss, to blood pressure and a mixture of amazing findings in between.

Don't delay.  Switch to dark chocolate and even make yourself one of the most luxurious chocolate mousse desserts. It is even dairy free. All with Dark Chocolate. Be healthy and naughty at the same time.

When do babies eyes change color?

The mystery of the colour of your baby's eyes deepens.

What colour are they when your baby is born and will they change or stay the same?

Is eye colour genetic? Will you have a blue eyed baby even though you and everyone in your family has brown eyes?

When do babies eyes change colour?  And why?

Cell Phone Etiquette

Is this the original cell phone?  Cell phone etiquette.  Not a commonly discussed topic however one that is   potentially growing in concern.

Almost everyone has a cell phone.  Some people have two.  The personal story inside this hub highlights the way our society has changed since the introduction of cell phones.   Whilst it does make communications that much more speedy and efficient, it has resulted in people no longer talking anymore.

What do I mean?