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Thursday, August 21, 2008
CMOMs Info You Need To Know!

Thanks for Making the CMOMs’ Clothing & Equipment Sale a Big Success!

Thank you to Kia Veltkamp (Sale Chair), the Sale Committee, and all of our devoted volunteers, sellers and shoppers for making the Fall/Winter 2008 Clothing & Equipment Sale a big success!  We don't have final numbers to share just yet, but keep checking here for the updates!  We will be sending out a Sale Survey so please watch for that.  The Sale Committee is dedicated to putting on the best sale possible, and we want to know what worked, what didn't, and how we can continue to improve!     

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Scholarships

 

2008 Fall/Winter Scholarship process is now open!

CMOMs is proud to support the educational, medical and recreational needs of our members and their families via the Scholarship Program!!

Simply complete the “Scholarship General Request Form” and mail before SEPTEMBER 1ST to be considered for this cycle!

Click here to visit the Scholarship page!       

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 Show Your Support to the Potvin Family      

                                                                                     

Ellie Potvin is a 6 year old twin who has been diagnosed with Stage 4 cancer.  We’d like to show our support by sending colored cards to Ellie and her sister, Grace that your kids can decorate and mail to the family.  Please see the Community Involvement page for more information and a card you can download and mail to the Potvins.

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  Where Did Everything Go?

 

We are beginning to work on updating our web site for the next fiscal year.  These changes include re-organizing the main tabs of the site to reflect the three goals of CMOMs: Providing Support, Building Friendships, and Community Service.  Please be patient with us as we make these changes in anticipation of a new web site design to be unveiled over Labor Day weekend!  Please contact the webmaster if you have comments or questions about the changes.

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Did You Know That You Can Advertise Your Business on the CMOMs Site?

 

Many of our MOMs have multiple talents too.  We offer a business directory on the CMOMs wiki page.  You can add your business listing to the Directory of CMOMS Businesses.  Follow the wiki directions on the right side of the page to edit a wiki. 

In addition, we offer you opportunities to advertise by having a rotatating ad on the CMOMs site.  Starting August 1st, the ad structure is changing so that any mom will be able to afford a graphic ad on the CMOMs site.  See the Advertising Page for more information or contact Talitha if you have additional questions.

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Mentor Program

 

Let’s make this club not only the biggest, but the BEST!

How can we do that? One of the most significant ways is to SUPPORT other members!

Be sure to welcome new members to our wonderful club and the wild world of Multiples, and more importantly, become a Mentor! We’re expanding the Big/Little Sister idea with our new Mentor Program. Click here for more details and sign up to help out a new MOM!

 

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Not receiving cmoms.net emails or forum posts?

We’ve discovered some issues with our email protocol and are working to correct it. If you are having a problem, please post a message in the Help Desk Forum!

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Happy 1st Birthday to all of the summer babies out there this month… and their MOMmies too!

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Postpartum Depression Support – Join Us If You Need Help!

 

If your “baby blues” aren’t turning “pink”, you are NOT ALONE!

Our Support Group will continue meeting on the last Thursday of the month to support each other and get advice!

Please visit the PPD Support page for important information and to find out about the next meeting.

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Fundraisers

 

Lovable Labels

Need some labels to get organized? Want to mark your kids' jackets, cups or lunchboxes when school starts? You need Lovable Labels!

Click here to find out more!

 

Hahn's Travel Agency

Hahn’s Travel Agency gives back a generous portion of their commissions to CMOMs, thanks to member Paula H! So the next time you need to book a flight, take that much deserved weekend away, or even the family vacation to that happiest place on earth, Hahn's Travel Agency’s got your ticket!

 

Did you know you can order flowers directly from Hahn’s Travel Agency? They always have a special “Flower Feature” for you…every month! All orders placed online result in significant donations to CMOMs!

Click here to find out more!

 

CMOMs’ Merchandise

Show your pride by wearing a CMOMs t-shirt or putting a magnet or sticker on your car!

Visit the CMOMs Store for all of the available merchandise!

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NOMOTC

Did you know that being a CMOMs member makes you a member of the National Organization of Mothers of Twins Clubs?? That’s right!

Visit the National Organization page for the username and password and to learn more about NOMOTC!

 

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Member Assistance

 

Sometimes you just need a little extra help…and CMOMs might be able to come to the rescue.

You can also find information here about how to help another CMOM in need.

Click here to find out more about our Member Assistance Program.

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Don’t Miss the Latest Blogs!

 

Exclusively on our Blogs page!

 

 

Want to write your own Blog about being a MOM? Want to rant and rave and air your “dirty laundry” online??…how many piles, did you say? Become a CMOM Blogger! You can write something every day, week, or even just once a month! Contact Joyce C if you are interested in sharing your own great stories!

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Other Support Areas

 

Did you know we have Support systems in place for almost every facet of MOMhood?!?

New & Expectant MOMs

Higher Order Multiples

Veteran MOMs (for MOMs with children over 3)

Working MOMs

Nursing Support

Special Needs

NICU Support

Bereavement Support

Postpartum Support

If you need help, we’re here for you!

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Oh, and did we mention all of the other fun stuff to do on cmoms.net???

 

Don’t forget about these other areas of interest on cmoms.net… have fun!

Chat Room

Photo Gallery

Wikis

Discussion Forums (Be sure to look for the most appropriate forum to place your questions or comments. Before posting, please read the Forum Guidelines, especially for the Equipment Exchange - you’ll see it on the right-hand column on the Forum pages.)

We ask that you are courteous and respectful of other members at all times. This is a safe place for opinions and discussion. If you have any issues or complaints, please email webmaster@cmoms.net.

 

 

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Club Happenings!

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 Mark Your Calendars for the Fall Social!___________________________________________________________ 

The CMOMS Fall Social is scheduled for Saturday, October 4th from 9:30 -11:30AM at Hunter Farms.  Adults and children (over age 2) are just $3 and any other family members are welcome to join us for $5 a person.  Your admission cost includes a wagon ride, pumpkin picking, and the petting zoo.  Pony rides will also be available for an extra fee.  Please see the Social Events page (located under the Building Friendships Tab) for more info and RSVP forms.

 

 

Auction Items Available – You Can Still Make a Difference To Our Scholarship Program!

 

Not all of our donated items were snatched up at the Silent Auction in April, so you still have a chance!! We are taking “first come, first served” bids on these fabulous “leftovers” – they may even be purchased by non-CMOMs (a CMOM will need to be the intermediary, however)!!

Items include 2 Pediatric dental packages, a Karp Financial needs assessment package, and 2 realtor donations!!! You can save LOTS of moolah, but you’d better act fast!!

To date, we’ve raised over $10,600 for our Scholarship Program…WOW!! Let’s raise some more!!!

 

Visit the Silent Auction Donations page for instructions on how to claim these items!!

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Volunteers

 

We are proud to announce the 2008-2009 Executive and Full Board  - available for your viewing pleasure! But we still need volunteers!!

 

We still have many available positions for 2008-2009, including the Community Service Committee, District Leaders, New MOM Support Leaders, and Forum Moderators and more!

 

Don’t worry – you can do it! Being a volunteer is highly rewarding, and most full board positions are not extremely time consuming! Being a DL or NL is an easy (and very important!) way to get involved with CMOMs. Just think of how much you can help a new MOM navigate this crazy world of multiples!!

We also encourage “job-sharing” – co-leaders who can divvy up responsibilities, especially in larger Districts.

The more volunteers, the better our club becomes!

 

 

Click here to learn more about the available positions and become a valuable leader in CMOMs!

 

Don’t miss the President’s Message this month – sign up on her Forum to have messages delivered straight to your Inbox!

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Featured Articles of the Month

 

HIP PICKS FOR TRENDY MOMS

This column is written by our very own Traci Z! She’s got several great ideas for busy, trendy MOMs!! This month’s pick is Just 4 Twins!  Click here to read all about it!

 

BANKING FOR THE FUTURE

Fellow expectant CMOM, Bonni Lee, has some considerations and suggestions for Cord Blood Banking! Click here for the her recommendations!

 

CMOM OF THE MONTH

Our soon-to-be VP of Communications, Claire Bingham, is August’s CMOM of the Month! Click here to read all about her!!

 

DOUBLETALK

View past editions of DoubleTalk, right on your computer!

 

Would you like to show off your journalistic prowess? Write an article for us! We need articles of interest every month!

Go to the Featured Articles of the Month page to find out how to submit your masterpiece!

 

 


Membership Benefits

Not a CMOMs member yet? Click here to learn how to join!

Current and previous members: please login to the website to renew your dues. If you forgot your login password, please contact Suzanne Jones, VP of Membership.

Benefits of Membership with CMOMs

  • Collaborate with other Charlotte Mothers of Multiples (CMOMs)
  • Read our monthly newsletter with timely topics about raising multiples
  • Share and research best practices in the member only forums
  • Leverage the guidance of other experienced CMOMs
  • Join play groups in your district
  • Swap baby clothes and gear with 600 members
  • Receive new mom support, and much more!  Learn more . . .


For more information, contact Suzanne Jones


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