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Welcome to MomConnection!

Parenting and Babytalk magazines built this interactive site so they can hear directly from moms and moms-to-be, just like you.

We want to know what you think about a variety of Mom-related issues. Join today for access to our surveys, the MomTalk Forums, and the Moms Making a Difference program.

MomConnection In The News

Deflating a Myth

Mark Dolliver looks at the steps marketers will need to take to effectively reach consumers through their "green" initiatives. The Parenting Group's Director of Strategic Insights Cheryl Wilbur is quoted throughout the section on "Looking for Earth Mothers," and MomConnection and Mom Matters are both mentioned. Learn More»

Mom Salaries

Further coverage of the MomConnection study from Tuesday's New York Daily News, which looked at what an appropriate salary would be for moms. Watch the video»

Mom's work is never done - or paid

A MomConnection survey that explores the issue of salary - or lack thereof - for moms caught the eye of reporters New York Daily News. Using current NYC pay rates, the paper calculates that a full time salary for the job of mom would be $69,135 per year; not that any mom actually gets that. 34% of MomConnection members thought a fictional salary of $100,000 was more tuned to value. Learn More»

Moms Making a Difference

Moks Making a Difference Each time you participate in a MomConnection survey, you'll be able to cast a vote for one of four charities that help mothers and children make the most of every day. At the end of the year, we will divide up and donate $15,000 based on your votes. Learn more»

 

Kudos from our members:

I love the site and features. Thanks for letting me be a part.
              ~ a MomConnection member

Members tell us…

30%
Would be most motivated to vote for a candidate who supports universal health care coverage for all children in the US
34%
Believe their work inside the home warrants a salary of $100K
58%
Have looked up an ex-boyfriend on-line once or twice

Our favorite quotes from previous surveys…

MomTalk Forums Subjects

  • Disciplining your child's playmates
  • First molars
  • When to start giving baby cow's milk

Expecting? Some discussions include:

  • Finding local postpartum support groups
  • Nausea during the first trimester