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It’s not very witty of me to write a plain and simple “WHAT A COOL IDEA!” about Aletha’s business but that’s all that kept ringing in my head during her interview.  And it kicks it up a notch for me that she’s based in my hometown of Chicago.  Kudos, Aletha, for making something our children…

Tanya can teach you a thing or two about how to start up a business book…she even went the distance and wrote a whole book about it!  This art teacher-turned-author has definitely had her ups and downs…but could not be a more positive mentor for us all. What business did you start up? I started…

Michal Chesal needs no introduction…check out her video and you’ll see why she’s so fantastic, and is doing something equally fantastic having great business experience. What business did you start up? Baby K’tan, LLC (also Pet Teek, LLC) but I’ll focus on Baby K’tan for now! What motivated you to do it? We found that…

This momtrepreneur saw a sign…and knew she was meant to help moms & children everywhere learn how to use American Sign Language.  What could be better than encouraging parents everywhere how to facilitate communication well with their babies? What business did you start up? Sign Babies.  (I had started a business before this as well).…

Leslie Haywood has something to teach us all having grill business.  If you’re a momtrepreneur full of fear, listen to Leslie.  If you’re a momtrepreneur who wonders why you got into the game, listen to Leslie.  If you’re wondering how valuable press is for any company, listen to Leslie.  And by all means, watch her…

Louise Zweben created an entirely new forum to “celebrate the life of a loved one” on SympathyTree.com.  You may have even shared a memorial site.  Her interesting story will show you how momtrepreneurs really do make it happen–moving their ideas from “I need this” to “I did this.” What business did you start up? My…

Linda McNair has quite the story to tell, and she does it exquisitely well.  This momtrepreneur moved from a high-powered position to an organic nursery farm, and did it with bravado.  You can read her blog and see below for her interesting story. What business did you start up? My husband, Trent, and I started…

How could this ecofriendly writer not become a Momtrepreneur after having been a freelance writer for Entrepreneur Magazine.  Karen not only offers an ecofriendly approach to her entrepreneurial endeavor, but great advice for fellow Momtrepreneurs, too. What business did you start up? I am the founder of Rain Frog Apparel, bamboo fiber apparel that’s ecofriendly…

Sheri Allain took storytime to a whole new level.  With her personalized photo stories, she’s also spawned an entire generation of kids who are stars before they reach the age of 2. What business did you start up? While on maternity leave, I authored an award-winning children’s story book. Our e-commerce website is Mini Me’s…