This is the first edition of our new blog carnival, Mommy Monthly. We have had a tremendous response, in just our first month, we have received an abundance of posts and we are extremely happy that we have become such a popular carnival so fast.

Thank you to everyone who submitted their posts for this past month and don’t forget to submit your newest posts for our next edition which will be up on April 30.

Amanda Harris presents When Your Child is the Bully By Derek Randel posted at eFamilyBlogger.

Tiffany Washko presents Why Spanking Doesn’t Work posted at The Attached Parent, as well as When Your Parenting Style Goes Against the Grain posted at Natural Family Living Blog.

Fiona Lohrenz presents Day Care Contracts posted at Child Care Only.

Christine presents Is Marriage Outdated? posted at Me, My Kid and Life: An American Single Mom Living in France.

Jenny presents The Media Makes Mom’s Look Unrealistic, as well as Celebrate Diversity & Unity With Regionz Kidz! posted at the so called me.

Seabird presents Poem in my pocket posted at To TwinFinity and Beyond!, saying:

“April 17 is the first annual Poem In Your Pocket Day. The idea is to carry a poem with you on that day and read it aloud whenever you like – with family, friends, colleagues, etc. Or post it on your blog, add it to your email footer, text it to your friends… use your imagination!

I’m choosing the poem “Functions of Motherhood” by Jennie Doering. What will you choose?”

Jennifer Gervens presents Day 93 posted at The Freebie Diva, saying:

“The Freebie Diva is a blog updated daily with links to legitimate free samples on the web. Additionally, separate links are posted to free coupons, by-one-get-one-free offers, and bargains. A special ongoing section on making extra money on the web has just been introduced and contains information on getting started making extra cash on the web through companies that I have personally tried and can vouch for.”

Stephanie presents Pepperoni Rolls – An errand day lunch solution? posted at Stop the Ride!.

Gloria presents Role Model posted at Saddeyezz Scraps & Snaps.

Kate presents Another First posted at THE MIND OF A MOM.

Rich Vosler presents Don’t let your struggles defeat you posted at Sales Training Tips.

Shaheen Lakhan presents Magnetoencephalography: A Breakthrough Imaging Technique for Pediatrics posted at GNIF Brain Blogger.

Fiona Lohrenz presents Why Starting a Day Care Makes Perfect Sense posted at Child Care Only.

Anne-Marie presents Get rid of flab quickly by using an exercise ball posted at This Mama Cooks! On a Diet.

Anne-Marie presents Share Baby Einstein with your baby and get moving! posted at My Readable Feast, saying:

“No matter what you think of “baby videos,” parents deserve a break. Videos help entertain kids so mom (or dad) can go to the bathroom, take a shower, or make dinner.”

Anne-Marie presents 101 Dalmatian puppies are cute, but Cruella DeVil is pure EVIL posted at A Mama’s Rant.

Julie Heath presents Preparing for Multiples posted at More4kids Inc..

Vera Lang presents Home Schooling 101 – part a posted at Raise Your Child . org, saying:

“To educate your child at home is a wonderful, richly rewarding experience that benefits you & your child. This is your opportunity and your child’s opportunity. Find out ** all ** the ‘tricks of the trade’ in this 3 part article. A must-read for those considering it.”

Christine presents The French School System and Sex Education posted at Me, My Kid and Life.

Joanne presents Transracial Adoption posted at Adoption Support at Forever Parents, saying:

“When we first started the adoption process, transracial adoption wasn’t an option that I had ever thought of. I just assumed we would adopt a white skinned child. I also never considered adopting siblings. I just assumed we would adopt one child at a time. It’s not that we were against transracial or sibling adoptions…we just never really thought about it.
Well…you know what happens when you assume”

Silveral presents Celebrity babies – new kids on the block posted at Celebrity News, and Gossip.

Lin Burress presents Launching Child Safety and Child Sexual Abuse Series posted at Telling It Like It Is.

Tiffany Washko presents Natural Remedies for ADD and ADHD posted at Natural Family Living Blog.

TherapyDoc presents The Swing Set posted at Everyone Needs Therapy.

Fiona Lohrenz presents Difficult Behaviors and Day Care Owners – Their Story posted at Child Care Only.

Sonja Stewart presents Top 10 Things Not to Say to New Mothers posted at Parenting Squad.

Kelsey presents Be True To Yourself posted at Vanilla Joy – Family Fun and Education.

Lin Burress presents Taking Care of Aging Parents as a Family posted at Telling It Like It Is.

safbaby presents Decrease world poverty, buy organic cotton clothing for your baby! posted at Safe Alternatives for Baby.

Summer presents More Than Just A Mommy Blogger posted at Wired For Noise.

Edith presents The Story of My Mother posted at Edith Yeung.Com: Dream. Think. Act..

Zork Brauk presents UFO Recession Tip 46 – Share Toys posted at It’s the Recession, Stupid!.

Aparna presents Beware of dust mites on your pillows posted at Beauty and Personality Grooming, saying:

“We all bother so much about insects, mosquitoes, houseflies and do our best to get rid of them. But we often forget about the tiny, almost invisible creatures called dust mites, which are present and booming in millions in the cozy comforts of our homes.”

Steven Chang presents Re-using Your Baby Food Jars posted at Gagazine.

Renae presents Dirty Work posted at Life Nurturing Education.

Raymond presents Common Expenses To Avoid To To Live Frugally and Save Money By Using Free Public Library Services posted at Money Blue Book.

Tip Diva presents Tip Diva | Top Ten Tips – Baking Basics posted at Tip Diva, saying:

“Baking is fun and, ultimately, delicious. But if you’ve never been in front of an oven before, there are some tips that you should know before mixing your sugar and flour.”

Jeremy Zongker presents 90 Low Cost or No Cost Activities to Entertain Your Kids All Summer Long posted at Destroy Debt.

Autumn Beck presents My Top Four Fitted Diapers posted at All About Cloth Diapers, saying:

“In the cloth diaper world, Fitteds are very popular. In this post, I list my Top 4 and tell you why I think they are the best.”

And that concludes our first edition, please submit your posts to next month’s Mommy Monthly carnival!