When one visits Orlando their first thought is not necessarily harmony or seclusion.  Orlando brings thoughts of theme parks, Disney Princesses, and for certain crowds, but how about a spa in Orlando.

I’ve had just about enough of all the drama in my life. Not to steal too much from my girl Mary J, but The BadAssMama is here to tell you that I refuse to let the expectations, limitations and generalized stereotypes of other people intrude upon my life for one more second.

Let me explain.

I don’t always enjoy admitting that I’m wrong. Ask my husband, family, colleagues. Oh, they’ll tell you that I admit to being wrong, but that I do it reluctantly. Yes, I recognize that this isn’t the greatest sign of maturity, especially in relationships. But yesterday was a day in which I was proven to be wrong multiple times, and I cannot express how good it feels to have been wrong.

Some Working Mothers have to travel for business a lot. Most at some point in their careers have to travel and usually that is alone when for business. Whether one has to travel for a coference or a grand opening here are some great tips that the Sense Beach House has put together tips for the solo female traveler. These tips are are something that all of us should keep in mind as we travel solo for business or pleasure.

Nothing puts life back into perspective like a car accident or a sick child.

Let me explain.

Today is week 5 since my knee surgery.  I went back to the office for a couple of days last week and intend on going every day this week.  I will have clients in town for a few days next week and then will travel to see a client at the end of the week.  Now, on top of balancing work, kids, husband, I am trying to make sure I get my rehab in and extra Dr's appointments.  I took my 9 month old to the Dr for her check up, the Dr talked to me more about how I am doing than my daughter.  (Wow - can you believe she is 9 months already?)  My family Dr is concerned abo

For many working moms, business travel is a necessity of the job.  It can be a welcome opportunity for some “me time” (see BadAssMama’s awesome blog this week) or it can bring on separation anxiety.  For me, I usually experience some combination of these emotions when I travel without my little one.  Moms tackle the job of balancing business travel and motherhood in a few different ways; here are my best tips for you:

1) Join an airline club. Trust me, it's worth the cash

2) Take a shower in the airline club before your flight - helps you relax and get ready to nod off

3) Change from business chic to slouchy, elasticy goodness

4) Order a glass of wine and/or a chocolate chip cookie (see point 2b)

5) Get to your gate 45 minutes before boarding to beat the rush

6) Book a window seat so no one is stepping over you all night

7) Slap on a sleep mask and noise canceling headphones

8) Wake up on the East Coast!

As much as a love a good spa day, nothing recharges The BadAssMama's batteries like a good old fashioned business trip.

Let me explain.

It happens to the best of us. We just have to get out the door, finish a load of laundry, send one last email or catch our breath for one second when our kids decide that this is the perfect time to freak the F out. So what's a mama to do? For most of us (The BadAssMama included), the typical answer is to match their freakout with a mama meltdown of our own. But, nine times out of ten this only serves to escalate the situation.