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The Mamamia Team getting their ‘model’ on.

There are some days at Mamamia that are just like some people imagine. Film crews. Trying on clothes. Putting on make-up. Crazy chaos. The vast majority of days are not like this. They are more like any other workplace. Group emails about the kitchen being a pigsty. Couriers coming and going. Trips to get mail and coffee and sandwiches. Bitching about the internet being slow or the printer being broken AGAIN.

But on Monday this week, it was perhaps the trippiest day we’ve ever had at Mamamia. We launched our shopping site and A Current Affair came to do a story on it. Which meant we called in every available Mamamia staff member and intern as well as Mia’s children and their friends to model clothes, shoes, bags and accessories that are being sold here on Mamamia.com.au/shop.

And Harry, the office dog-mascot was thrown into the mix because hell, why not.

It was all hands on deck. Ring-leader of the circus was Mamamia Shopping editor, the unflappable Jasmine Garnsworthy who had worked tirelessly along with our tech and shopping team for weeks to get the site up and ready.

As Jasmine directed traffic, putting outfits together and making sure we were accurately reflecting Mamamia Shopping’s mantra: ALL SIZES, ALL PRICES, ALL AGES, there were some hilarious moments.

Like the number of times the phrase “An intern needs your strapless bra – get it off” was shouted across the office as the male members of the MM team ducked for cover.

Here are some of the images as we all got our model on for a couple of bonkers hours before resuming normal transmission:

Did you hear the news? Mamamia has a shopping site!

 

And here is what went to air on A Current Affair – who were extraordinarily fast, professional and lovely.

To buy any of the items we were wearing for this shoot, you can go here.

And don’t be a stranger – after crashing the site when the story went to air on Monday night (apparently that happens every time A Current Affair does a story about a shopping website because their audience are so big and so responsive), we’ve ironed out the tech hitches and your shopping experience should be hunky dory.

And this is just the beginning – we’re adding more stock every single day. Not to mention the daily flash sales where you can save a motza on fashion and beauty products. Like this awesome deal:

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One of the Mamamia Shopping flash sales that is happening. Right. Now. (Run don’t walk.)

Enough from us. What’s been happening in your world? What’s on your mind?

 

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  1. ljene

    The NSW government is cutting funding for TAFE fine arts courses. These courses are the mainstay for women, particularly women seeking a change in direction after years in the workforce or motherhood duties.TAFE fine arts courses are ideal for women, offering learning with caring and companionship. Graduates are inspired, mentally healthy, and eager to seek employment, whether in a formal setting or just setting up a market stall to earn a few extra bob.

    Regardless of the costs and resources, men’s rugby fields and cricket nets are always maintained. The arts are just as important. Ladies, we cannot let the TAFE fine arts courses be diminished. Please sign our petitions and write to your local MP.

    For more information, please see http://www.communityrun.org/petitions/fund-art-education-in-nsw-tafe. And if you’re on Facebook, friend the campaign at https://www.facebook.com/SaveArtinTafe

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  2. Deb

    Mia I saw you on the today show the other morning and you had the most gorgeous boots. Are they sold on your shopping site?

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  3. fee-bee

    Can somebody tell me what breed of dog the gorgeous Harry is please? He looks so cheeky and smart with just the right amount of attitude…

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  4. louem

    Currently off the pill for a month on doctors orders. My partner and I have had unprotected sex a few times with the thought in mind that if I fall pregnant then YAY! but if I don’t then that is okay because we were not really trying. I asked him today after my surgery when I am allowed back on the pill, does he want me to start taking it again. He wasn’t sure, and neither am I. I am a little concerned because I take it for acne reasons (I don’t have acne anymore but did as a teen and was eventually taken off all my stronger medication and left on the pill which has worked) I am worried I will start breaking out all of a sudden if I don’t go back on it.

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  5. kaysull

    OMM – Its Thursday. Friday tomorrow. Swans vs Collingwood at ANZ stadium.
    also, i broke my ankle 2 weeks ago. (NO, i wasn’t drunk, yes i had been drinking) if i have to explain that to one more person who automatically thinking i was drunk out of my mind, ill probably slap them!
    I’m slowly coming to terms with my leg cast and I’m dealing with the issues that using crutches to get anywhere brings. All i want is to be able to walk and drive again. its weird to me that i haven’t actually walked anywhere in 2 weeks. i hate relying on everyone else to do what i need done. I’m really independent so asking someone to carry my glass of water is really ridiculous to me. anyway i understand that there are worse people in the world than me, so i should stop complaining. only 4 weeks to go! :)

    Hope you all have a wonderful weekend!

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  6. pozzy

    I think the guy I like (who I thought liked me back) is actually a player.
    I’m not one hundred per cent sure yet, but am feeling disappointed and a bit deflated nonetheless. Upon reflection, he seems to have been strategic, maybe it is because he’s a player, maybe it’s because of confidence issues, but he’s definitely had his guard up – more than me even! I just hate the games and want a real boyfriend :( I’m worth getting to know, and worth keeping around damn it!

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  7. Butterflies

    Whoops, missed open post, thought today was Wednesday (but what a pleasant surprise to find I’m one day closer to the weekend than I thought!).

    I need some advice, hubby and I are currently trying for bub no. 2, and we are in the dreaded 2 week limbo till we find out if we are successful this month. We have a night out on Saturday, lots of alcohol and dancing and FUN!! My question is, do I stick to the soft drink just in case or do I carry on having a wine or 2? I was thinking of doing a pregnancy test on Sat morning but it will be a couple of days early.

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    • Anonymous

      Stick to soft drink. Why risk it?

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  8. Cinnamon

    I didn’t get a chance to write last night over here (morning over there) so I’ll write now. Uhhhh first of all had a crazy night last night hence why I didn’t write here. Was working until late, by the time I got home it was 10pm, had dinner and was so tired I passed out on top of the bed until 4am. Woke up to see husband was no where to be found so went and saw he was passed out on the couch. Went back to bed only to wake up again at 6am and not be able to sleep until 8 and then woke up again at 9am! Feeling like crap today and my throat is SORE!

    Anyway this week, well the end of last week start of this week was a bit shitty for me, got into a MASSIVE fight with the husband but it’s all good now thankfully! Just want to send a shout out to Rach the Muso for her support and helping me see things from another perspective :)

    Time to go cure the throat!

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    • Rach the Muso

      I’m glad I helped…I thought maybe I was a bit preachy… :(

      Sending you good sleep prayers for tonight! :)

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      • Cinnamon

        Hey Rach, I just saw this for some reason I’m not getting notifications of replies to my email anymore!

        Not preachy at all! Thanks I hope so… still got a sore throat :(

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  9. Sunita

    Congratulations on the new shopping website but I have to wonder – why are most of the models on the shopping website very slim and pale? I understand that you are using images created by the suppliers, but it does seem to contradict the mamamia ethos of celebrating diverse body types. I would hope to see various shapes, sizes and ethnicities in the future. Would certainly encourage me to buy more. Thanks.

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    • jasmineg

      We hear you! We are aiming to address this in editorial, but right now on the shopping site our hands are really tied with what images our brands supply us. Posts like wardrobe week are one way we continue to show a ‘real’ representation of women – all ages, sizes and ethnicity.

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  10. elle

    OMM: Struggling with some issues from the past..
    I was sexually assaulted at 19 and my mum responded badly and did not offer any support or comfort when I desperately needed it. I ran away from home and then begged my father to stay with him. He let me stay for 2 weeks but his new wife didn’t want me to stay any longer and I had no choice but to go back to mum’s. Two years afterwards when I went to hospital for depression/anxiety my mum apologised for her response. However it has been 3.5 years and I am still triggered by memories of the assault and have not been able to fully forgive my mum despite currently living with her. There have been many other times where she has ‘abandoned’/not been there for me when I have really needed her but this incidence was by far the most painful. I also feel a lot of hurt that although my dad supports me, I feel he prioritises his wife over me and my sister. I really needed him at that time but he sent me back to mum’s despite knowing the situation and how much pain it was causing me.
    I cannot discuss these issues with my parents at all, I have tried in the past and they become extremely defensive and don’t engage.
    After the assault I fell into a series of relationships. Since May this year I made a decision to be single for awhile due to finding I was relying too much on my partner’s to provide emotional support. Now I am single I think these issues that I have tried to push away are coming up again and I am struggling with how to cope with them. I feel angry and hurt at what happened to me and my parent’s response and don’t know how to move forward and if I will ever be able to forgive them. However I also NEED them in many ways and rely on their support so feel conflicted between love and anger. Has anyone else had a similar experience?

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    • Cinnamon

      Hi Elle,

      First of all sorry to read about everything you have gone through. It’s extremely tough when the people you are closest to aren’t there for you in your times of need. I suggest going to see a counsellor if you aren’t already. By yourself at first and then maybe you can see if your mum will go with you. I think it would help you a lot to actually talk to someone, but of course make sure you are comfortable with the counsellor as this is very important as well.

      Best of luck to you.

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    • Gracie

      Hi Elle,
      I’m so sorry to hear that you have gone/are going through all of this.
      You may already be doing this, but are you seeing a counsellor?
      They would definitely be able to help you work through this.
      Be kind to yourself.
      xx

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    • lolo

      Hi Elle,

      I’m so sorry for your pain. I went through a similar experience at the same age, and the healing process was long – really long – but I did get there. A great counsellor, time, being kind to myself all helped. But I think the main thing for me was finally starting a family of my own. One day, you’ll have your own family and all the drama of your family of origin just won’t seem so meaningful anymore.

      Trust me, there are good things ahead for you, Be kind to yourself xo

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  11. Annonymous

    Please please, (if you don’t mind the begging in here) can you add what your S, M, L and XL sizes are equivalent to in the new shop.

    You have a wonderful chart relating Australian sizes to other countries but no where that explains whether your eg. Small is an 8 or a 10.

    Just checking as they are different for a lot of places.

    Many thanks and congratulations on all your hard work.

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    • jasmineg

      Most of our sizes run ‘true to size’ but sometimes there is variation across the different brands – we are working right now on uploading size guides (with measurements) for every single clothes brand on the shopping site. In the meantime, we have live chat where you can ask the Mamamia Shopping Customer Care team for detailed size and fit advice xxxxx

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      • Annonymous

        Many thanks jasmineg and Congratulations again.

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  12. oopsyboops

    OMM: ok this is hard to admit, but I’ve been struggling a bit with motherhood. Both the kids are at that very demanding stage, and it is so hard to be enthusiastic about playing with them when I am sooo tired.

    But this week we’ve had some lovely moments. Monday Miss C deciced it was her toy elephants birthday so we went up to the park with a picnic and some treats and had a party (even wrapped some presents) and yesterday we spent all afternoon making pictures with glitter and rice (filled balloons and popped them over paper). Then i had an idea to make glitter handprints – cover their hands with glue, place them on paper, then sprinkle with glitter. We made two perfect set of glittery handprints. Now everytime I walk past them I just smile at these tiny, glittery, perfect little hands. It was just what I needed to remind myself how lucky we are.

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  13. phoodietweets

    Mamamia shopping – still too excited for words over this one!

    Watched the ACA segment – looked like so much fun to film and will be logging on tonight to saw if I can grab myself some new tops…. serious top deficit in my wardrobe….

    OMM – Party planning….. my son’s 1st birthday party is coming up and I tend to go a little crazy over kid’s parties….. I LOVE cooking for them and planning and pulling everything together but it is loads of work and gets a tad full on towards the end. Will be blogging it all so stay tuned!

    Excited to sit down now with my cuppa and scroll the comments below…. Open post is possibly my have regular MM post….
    :)

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    • Phoodietweets

      In bed on iPad now….. “have” above was meant 2 be fave….

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  14. Narci

    OMM: I went off the pill for the first time in years, and I lost a stack of weight straight away, which is I wasn’t expecting. For the first time in years I LOVE how I look naked – I’m prancing around in front of my mirror in my undies like an idiot, and loving it. Now I just need to find someone to show it off too…

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    • afw

      The pill made me an emotional blimp ! My boobs were bigger – and not in a good way but a tight, over-sensitive way, plus I got clingy with my bf who I didn’t remotely love at all. 5.5 years off it and not looking back.

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      • Anon

        The pill sent me nuts! Literally. I was almost scheduled into a psychiatric hospital but luckily only had to stay a few days due to my specialist who believed what I told him. No one else would listen. I would love to see Mamamia do a story on this topic. I’m sure it’s not just me.

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        • Yes!

          It’s not just you!! I believe the law firm I work for looked into pursuing a class action regarding a particular pill with very nasty side effects. It hasn’t gone ahead, but the fact they looked into it indicates how many women were contacting us about their terrible experiences with that one pill.

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        • Cinnamon

          Not just you. It was driving me bonkers as well and as soon as I stopped things got MUCH better!

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    • Which Pill?

      I’d be very interested to know which pills all you ladies were one as I recently went back on triphasil and am worried about side effects.

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    • Cassidy

      Hi Narci, can I ask, which pill you were on?

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  15. Cleo

    OMM: I’m really opposed to standardised testing and think results can be misinterpreted, manipulated and can detract from teaching. However, my son’s NAPLAN results came back today and his results are exceptional. I’m ridiculously pleased so now feel like a complete hypocrite! Lol. Think I’d still rather do without the testing though!!

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  16. Danielle0072

    Hi all! I have recently become inspired to start my own business from home to be able to contribute to our finances while being a sahm. I want to start a proofreading service & have contacted book publishers & magazines. The thing is I have received no feedback, not a peep. So the questions I’m asking are…has this type of business become somewhat redundant; do I need to just try harder to get my foot in the door (so to speak); is there too much competition in this industry to make obtaining work too difficult? Any advice or leads would be great!

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    • Zepgirl

      Sorry, I don’t have any advice for you, if you do manage to get work as a proof reader, let me know! Have you just sent letters and/or resumes to the publishers? If so, you NEED to do a follow up phone call. Gets you on their radar.

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    • kineticcopy.com.au

      Hi Danielle

      I’m not sure where you’re based but I’m in WA, working as a freelance copywriter. Don’t give up on your proof-reading efforts – I would suggest setting up a basic website and getting some SEO done to make sure you rank highly when people google ‘proof reading services’.

      I think you’ll find most proof-reading work comes from companies (or their design studios) that produce annual reports, brochures etc. and need them checked. Don’t forget the student market either, especially international students needing their sizeable essays, etc. proof read.

      I hope I have helped!

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  17. Dana

    Hey Jamila, I have a question for you? (is it okay to ask here?)
    I saw you pop on on weekend today, and was really intrigued that you were speaking as a muslim community representative. have you always been a spokesperson? I was really suprised as you don’t mention that at all on mamamia, but now you are a being touted as a spokesperson for the muslim community. does it feel odd?

    thanks!

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    • jamilarizvi

      Hi Dana!

      My family background is Muslim – though I’m not religious myself. I was speaking with Today as a witness to the protests and as a journalist but given my name and looks they asked for some opinion from that perspective as well.

      I did feel a little uncomfortable about it to be honest, I was quite anxious to stress in that interview itself and in subsequent interviews that I’m not a member of the Muslim community in Australia.

      Jamila x

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      • Dana

        Thanks! I thought it was really left field questioning and you handled it brilliantly.
        You’re ace.

        Now, can we talk about your Kardashian interview already?!??

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  18. Anonymous

    I de-winterised my body from top to toe over the last few days. New hair colour, mani and pedi, facial and I got a LOT of body hair removed thanks to a brilliant lady who didn’t mind that I haven’t waxed anything since February. She was thorough, but BOY did it hurt.

    One day later, my period started, nixing the adage that you should never get your bits waxed the week before your period.

    And in related news, ouch, Ouch, OUCH.!!!

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  19. Mrsvs

    Omm: on the hunt to buy new bedding set and cant decide between a sheridan set or splurge some more on a moss river sheet??

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    • afw

      splurge, splurge !!

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    • Anonymous

      Moss River have a big sale online.

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    • afw

      We spend at least eight hours in bed per day – that’s one third of your life – puts it into perspective ?! Worth the spend.

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  20. Anonymous

    im pretty sure the $15 bag mentioned in the clip is selling for $115 on the website?
    the website looks amazing though – so excited!

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    • intern

      Hi Anonymous,
      I’ve just had a chat with the shopping team. Due to the editing process, the clip makes it sound as though the bag is $15. The entire Monique range of bags starts from $14.95 but that should have be made clearer, so our apologies.

      They’ve also asked me to let you know that we’re rolling out a more diverse range of brands over the next couple of weeks. We’re really glad you’re excited, so are we!

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  21. Help

    Fashion Question:

    Bright red dres has been purchased for my upcoming birthday. I have a gorgeous pair of cream heels for it as well. What colour Lippy to wear? I’m a fanatic. Is red with a red dress to much?

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    • lucy

      Red! I love red lippy with a red dress, such a standout.

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    • phoodietweets

      I think red with red is awesome! Especially if you’re the birthday girl! Go for it!

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    • kp

      If red lipstick with a red dress it wrong, then I don’t want to be right! I think it’s a stunning look. Go for it!

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  22. ashamasha

    omm ….i clicked on zoes post and got comments for the open post?

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  23. Jennafer

    This is prob random but does anyone know where I can buy the chaste tree herb? I am hoping to fall pregnant and it was recommended on an MM site yesterday.

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    • Robyn

      Ive got some from when I was trying to conceive, and I just checked the bottle and it says “practitioner dispensing only” … Brand is Medi Herb. I got it from a naturopath who specialized in women’s fertility. Try searching Natural Therapy Pages for one close by you :)

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    • Helpful

      I think it’s also called vitex (chaste berry) and most health food shops have it.

      Great after you’ve given birth too to get things back in balance.

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      • Jennafer

        Thanks Robyn and Helpful. :-) I found a health food store that stocks it under Vitex. Fingers crossed!!

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        • princesstan

          Priceline stock Vitex in the Blackmores range…around $14 a bottle I think.

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  24. Help...

    Bit of a sad/difficult topic OMM this week…

    I’ve been very sick recently following an operation. I basically struggle to get out of bed, have difficulty eating and I am exhausted after a shower. My mum is an angel and has been taking really good care of me while I haven’t been able to care for myself.

    Mum has gone back to work this week as she couldn’t get any more time off and I’m doing ok by myself, but not great. Mum asked my sister (who I love dearly and am very close to) if she’d come round at lunch time to help me get something to eat. My sister is a uni student so she doesn’t have a designated lunch hour to get back for.

    The problem is, my sister is a great person in so many ways but unfortunately her worst trait is selfishness. She comes around for about 10-15 minutes, chats a bit to me, borrows things from my wardrobe and uses the computer. She’ll sometimes take something out of the fridge for my lunch but that is it. In other words, she doesn’t do a whole lot to help me – she’s just really helping herself.

    For example the other day she came over and commented that there was cat hair all over my bedroom floor. My cat is taking medication at the moment that has a side effect of making her fur shed a lot. She went on and on about how it was getting everywhere but despite me dropping some hints she never thought to pick up the vacuum and give the room a quick once over for me. It’s just such a foreign concept to me because both Mum and I are really considerate, caring people who would have done it in a heart beat. When my sister was sick last year I took really good care of her – changing her bed linen, cooking her meals, doing loads of washing and keeping the house clean and tidy for her. It is often those practical things that you need help with when you’re unwell.

    I’ve spoken to Mum about it and she says it’s just the way my sister is and we have to accept that. But I think selfishness is such an unattractive quality that undermines her true personality. I used to think that she’d grow out of it but she hasn’t.

    So, do I say something to her? Or let it go? I just feel sad because one day I might really really need to her help with something – and I feel like she might not be there for me. Which breaks my heart.

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    • Charlotte

      Firstly I hope you are recovering well from your surgery.

      Selfishness is tricky to tackle, possibly your sister is not even aware that she is being so. I would try and be open about how you are doing and say something like “I hate asking for help but I am really struggling with xyz since my surgery and would really appreciate if you could help me out whilst I’m recovering”. I have a sister with a similar personality trait and the way I address it is with subtle hints, it works with her as she is particularly sensitive and gets the hint. I help her out a lot too. If all else fails, perhaps you need to just accept that that is a part of her personailty and seek help from a friend or community support service. Sending you light & love X

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      • Help...

        Thanks for your lovely comments Charlotte x

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    • Stevie

      Some people just need to be asked. Ask her for the help you need, don’t just expect her to know. Some people (myself included) can seem very self centred but just aren’t naturally aware of what another person might need and they won’t pick up on hints. There are not (I hope!) many people who would deny a sick person help. Just speak up instead of bemoaning her selfishness. You might be pleasantly surprised.

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      • Help...

        Hi Stevie,

        Thanks for your reply. I’m sorry to say that I’ve become afraid of asking her directly as she seems to see it as a personal attack.

        For example I asked her to help me make my king size bed the other day (which is a mission, sick or not!) and she flew off the handle, saying that she had her own things to do and not to boss her around etc. Subtle hints don’t seem to work either so I am getting to the stage where I wonder if calmly sitting her and talking about it would be best. Thanks for your comments though.

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  25. Rach the Muso

    Ugh, now OMM is Cory Bernardi.

    http://www.perthnow.com.au/news/national/libs-in-crisis-over-hysterical-gay-marriage-claim/story-fndo6ejf-1226477135076

    WTF??

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    • Anonymous

      Well, he has resigned now so: good riddance. Now he can spend as much alone time as he likes with his camels and other assorted beasts !!

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  26. amyaims

    Yay for the new shopping site, so many bargains!!

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  27. stacey87

    OMM: My little girl, who had an ear infection and tonsilitis last week, and fell over and split her lip and grazed her whole face on Sunday, has now got a bad tummy bug and cannot keep anything down!

    Poor little princess. I bought her some Tinkerbell undies today so that should cheer her up haha :)

    Also OMM is the hot picture-framing guy in the shop accross from my work. I know I am not single but he is delish to stare at from my desk. Sometimes he even looks back at me! (or maybe that is just my eyesight being silly again ha.) He also has the same name as my boyfriend. Fate! haha.

    Hope everyone is having a feel-good week :)

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  28. flirby

    it would be great if the IT techies could work on getting the galleries working, if they have sorted the gliches with the shopping site?

    it seems like the problem with the galleries has been going on forever now …

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    • Gracie

      Yep, I haven’t been able to look at any picture galleries for months now :( ….Which is a big shame, because I love to see what’s going at MM.

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    • G

      they’ve been working for me fine for ages! try another browser?

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  29. Lizi

    OMM: A job application to finish today, and an interview to go to tomorrow. (fingers crossed!). Meanwhile, doing all the things you do when you have some spare time: the doctor (first pap smear in far too long), dentist, optometrist …

    Also OMM: I love Spring – everything in the garden is blooming, bees are buzzing, weeds are sprouting. And the grass is growing before my eyes – I mean *literally* (leaves room to go and mow the lawn).

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    • savannahofaus

      Good luck with your interview!

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    • Jess

      Good luck with your job interview and just a reminder that we shouldn’t leave the most important thing – our health, for when we have spare time.

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  30. NewName

    OMM: 39+1 pregnant, period pain like cramps since last night and loose bowels (sorry for TMI!). Thinking my little boy is really on his way!!! Also, remembering what’s involved in getting him from in there to out here……agghhh!

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    • Petal

      Good luck, keep calm and remember to breathe! x

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    • stacey87

      awww :) best best best of luck with your labour and your little man :) I hope everything goes smoothly and well!

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    • Jennafer

      Yep sounds bub is coming!! My tip is RELAX and breathe. The pain might startle u a bit but don’t fight it. Your body doesn’t put you thru pain u can’t handle

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    • NewName

      Thank you Petal, Stacey and Jennafer, well not much has happened since I posted. Thought something more would have happened by now, still the same though. Labour with my first son was about 8 hours and hoping this one will be quicker! Relaxing and breathing….! x

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      • Jen

        How exciting! Remember to rest now and look after yourself while you wait.

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  31. Advice wanted

    This is a bit embarrassing but I want some advice on bum pimples.

    I have had a few (say 2-3 per each cheek) come up in the last few months. They are not the little whitehead kind, they’re more like medium sized red blind pimples that are a bit raised and can get red.
    They also get sore if I touch them at all. Anyone else get these? I am 30. No kids.

    I shower 1-2 times per day so I don’t think it is hygiene. Not on the pill and do not wish to be as it generally disagrees with my body and emotions. I much prefer a natural solution (topical creams, dietary changes) rather than medical/ prescription.

    I only care as I want to look good in the nude and feel confident – especially in approaching warmer months, and also have q romantic prospect n the horizon. I don’t want to feel worried about getting naked with someone! Booking a bikini wax ought to be my biggest concern, not this.

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    • Anon

      Google Epsom salt baths. Also apple cider vinegar. I’m pretty sure I’ve read they might fix it. Good luck!

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    • Petal

      Have you tried an exfoliator? They may be blocked pores. Otherwise, head off to your GP.

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    • Lolly

      Not a problem I have experienced but my boyfriend when I first met him had a similar problem on his back – I got him a back scrubber for the shower to really exfoliate well (and a light exfoliating scrub for his neck when he got ingrowns from shaving) which worked and cleared it up apart from the odd one now and then. Also if you work out make sure you shower straight after as I’ve heard not doing so can cause pimples on the skin.

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        Thanks to all that replied. I am going to try all of these suggestions ! Cheers.

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  32. Sarah

    Lots today:

    1.I think I fell in love with Hanson again after the mini gig on the radio yesterday.
    2.Job is going swimmingly – Had to take a day off today from gastro though.
    3. Mamamia shopping is making it really hard to resist buying some red shoes.
    4. I think I have a crush, for the first time in forever! It’s the blushing everytime he looks in my direction kind of thing. I’m a teenager all over again!

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  33. tanlee

    OMM: How addictive the new shopping site is even for someone who doesn’t like shopping. Love the sealed section.

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    • iamevilcupcake

      There’s a sealed section!!!! Um, I mean, yeah that’s cool . . .

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    • Rach the Muso

      Mmm, thanks for the heads up! :D

      Although, I kind of like getting advice from the girls in those stores. Am I weird?

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  34. maggie

    OMM – Pain. First session of bootcamp yesterday and I could barely turn over in bed last night! Bootcamp was in the pouring rain, covered in mud and grass but SO satisfying once I finished it! Tomorrow will be hard though after being stiff and sore from the first session.
    If can only gt easier from then on!

    I got to keep remembering it’s for the greater good!

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  35. What is OMM? Well, on Monday night, I finally got my act together and uploaded my application to study a Masters in Information Management!!

    I feel like I’ve taken this big huge step towards a (hopefully) more “me” profession. I think I’ve given law a big enough shot. I finished uni in 2008, so have been working as an articled clerk/solicitor for almost 4 years now and whilst I like the law, I don’t like being a lawyer in the traditional sense.

    I have struggled with feeling foolish, a failure and like I can’t “hack it” for a long time. For me, the hardest mental hurdle to overcome is losing the title. Which is a pretty good indicator of needing to change!

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    • Anonymous

      I feel the same way about my job, but have only been in it for just under two months. Had a post, but it seems to have dissapeared and it was long and cant be arsed typing it again – even decided to have a screen name…boo!! Anyway, good luck with your studies and choosen career path. I think that it is good to have gotten out now before you are there for longer and become jaded, but harder to take the leap! :)

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      • You’re right – and too – the higher up I go the harder it is to drop the income levels, so better to leave earlier rather than later!

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    • Guesty

      Congratulations on taking that big step! My husband is in a similar predicament to you. It’s comforting to know that others are going through such a similar situation.

      It’s so difficult to decide to take a step off the legal ladder cause it would be very difficult to hop back on. The hours are tough and the environment sometimes tougher. There’s always someone there willing to climb over you to try and get ahead. And realistically, how many people can make it to partner??

      Good luck with your studies and your future happiness away from law. Who cares about losing the title and being able to say you’re a lawyer. I’m sure you will gain so much more in your new career :)

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      • Thanks! What I hate the most, more than billable hours, more than clients more than anything, is the absolute pressure to be perfect 100% of the time and the serious implications if you make a mistake.

        My days are constantly full of anxiety about giving a letter to my superiors with a typo or spelling error in it or missing an important document. It’s just too much!

        Best of luck to your husband too!

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  36. Cat

    OMM – I Leave on Sunday for ten weeks backpacking through South East Asia – I cannot believe it’s finally happening :D

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    • afw

      Make sure you take Maxolon (plus a Doctor’s prescription) and Imodium (preferably the disolvable kind you don’t need water to take). Trust me. You ought to hope not to use them, but best be prepared. Other than that, have lots of fun!

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      • Cat

        I’m have bad reactions to Maxolon unfortunately – Mum’s been in hospital too after allergic reactions after taking it – runs in the fam… but I’ve got the Imodium at the ready :D

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        • MJ

          Not as effective, but taking some ginger tablets may help?
          They work for me.

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  37. Loop

    OMM … why do marriages have to come with arguments? They just SUCK!

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  38. iamevilcupcake

    Had lunch with Gamer Guy yesterday. Was really good to see him. Except the freaking bastard looked gorgeous. God damn him. It’s such a shame he only wants to be friends :( Oh well!

    And damn you Mamamia shopping, I already have my eyes on a handbag. My guess is it will be purchased by this arvo. Bloody hell.

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    • Petal

      You’re a strong person Cuppy – don’t know if I could be friends with a man that I had feelings for.

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      • Lucy Ormonde

        Hehe. I have my eye on so many handbags…

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      • iamevilcupcake

        Problem is we are best mates now. Would be a shame to end an awesome friendship just because one dunderhead fell for the other person.

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        • Rach the Muso

          Cuppy, I did it for 5 years, before the both of us couldn’t stand it any more…then I married him (well, that actually took him another 7!).

          I both feel for you and admire you, it takes a certain strength, and the only way I could deal with it (wine aside) was to focus on the strength of the friendship itself.

          They have a way of constantly reminding you what could be without them realising they are doing it, right? :)

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          • iamevilcupcake

            It would help me greatly if he was an asshole because I could get over him so much easier! Everything about our relationship is perfect except for the whole he just wants to be friends thing.

            And yeah, they are good at putting you in a relationship without actually putting you in a relationship. So frustrating!

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            • afw

              He probably has to see you happy with another man before he ‘gets’ it.

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            • serious question

              I think I may be the female version of Gamer Guy. Am I doing more harm to my now friend by wanting and enoying having him in my life?? Would I be more of a friend by letting him go completely? Would this be the “right” thing to do even though I prefer being part of his life? I would really like to know.

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            • serious question part 2

              I wish to add to the comment I just made. It’s in pre-mod, hoping this gets posted together.

              Previously when we were more, he did not want me. Going cold was a bi-weekly event for him (which was actually amusing) so I called that aspect of us off. Deep down he does not want me as more than a friend, I am certain of this and have told him so. I am completely fine with this because I really enjoy him as a person and as a friend. I am no longer someone who gets all wrapped up in the concept of “the one”. My take on life is “what will be will be” and to enjoy the wonderful people who are a part of my life in the now.

              Can men and women really be friends?
              I think it is possible unless the friendship is becoming a detriment to their relationships with others. Maybe I should ask him if my presence in his life is having a negative impact. Maybe I don’t want to know the answer!

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            • Sam

              Story. Of. My. LIfe.

              Took me 10 years to work out that it’s not so bad if they know you have feelings for them. My advice would be to tell him, but let him know that there’s no expectation attached to it.

              One of my best friends knows that I actually love him but it’s never gone any further than general affection. It’s not as bad as you think! I’d be delighted if a friend told me they fancied me!

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            • iamevilcupcake

              To Serious Question, just from my point of view, me being the one with the feels, Gamer Guy the one not with the feels, it’s not harming me in anyway that he doesn’t feel the same. I know I have to get over it. I would much prefer to have him in my life in the friend capacity than not having him there at all.

              But if the roles were reversed? No idea. I’m no expert in understanding how guys process their feelings.

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  39. sarzieb

    I am loving the new shopping site, it looks awesome. Now I just need a job so I too can join in on the spending. I have a job interview on Tuesday so here’s hoping it goes well.

    I’m really nervous about the interview as I haven’t been to one for over ten years. It’s also a group interview which just freaks me out!!

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  40. savannahofaus

    Loving the online store!

    What’s happening in my world? Well, I’ve had to move back to my parents thanks to my former flatmate not paying his rent for two months. And since the lease was in my name, I had to pay up to avoid a bad tenancy record, despite me having lived in that property for three years and being a very reliable tenant. Not very impressed. The former flattie has repeatedly promised to repay me but has so far only managed to repay $200 in the last two months. Ugh.

    In happier news, survived my sisters wedding the other weekend! She was such a beautiful bride and it was an amazing day. All the hard work paid off haha

    OMM: The lovely Senator Bernardi and his charming comments regarding legalising gay marriage. Absolutely appalling.

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    • Anon

      I feel your pain sister! Happened to me aswell. Its unfortunate that people think that they can free load – I was lucky enough to break my lease. And not matter what reference checks you do on a person, there’s always one that slips through the net. I hope that they repay you the money. All I can say is that try and move in with people that are recommended and / or you know – I’ve had a bad experience moving in with strangers, I know its not always the case! Look out for yourself, I would add the person to the lease next time you are sharing because when people sublet they feel they have no obligation to pay.

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      • savannahofaus

        Yeah, to say I’ve learned a valuable lesson would be an understatement! I just don’t understand how anyone, let alone a friend, could do that to someone else? That was the worst bit, he was actually a friend.

        At least being at home again I can save some cash and pay off my credit card! Just have to deal with feeling like a bit of a loser living with the parents at 28 :S

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  41. Anonymous

    OMM…. Our baby boy due in two weeks & our major house renovations that are not finished (about 6-8 weeks worth of work to go)!

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    • afw

      So excited about your baby boy ! Awww… bay-beees !

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    • Lizi

      Tell the baby to wait until the new nursery’s ready, or else …! :-)

      Best of luck with bub AND renos.

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    • oopsyboops

      oh how exciting. We did the same but thankfully the renos were finished when bub was two weeks, but it meant he had to spend a week in our room until is room was ready. It will all happen. Good luck

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  42. Rach the Muso

    Just found out literally half an hour ago that my Pap was clear, so shouldn’t need a biopsy, but still have the colposcopy part of it. Relief!

    Heading off to tap class now, so that’s OMM right now! Also feeling useful…I had a productive day of helping people out today (within my job). It might be altruistic, but I like the sense of achievement that brings.

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  43. Petal

    Can’t wait to have a look at the shopping site – bloody fam & work commitments are sucking the life out of me at the moment – it looks fantastic. ESP that blue tshirt in the above pic – I have similar patterned pants & would never think of putting that colour with them. Brillo!

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  44. vivacious

    OMM: Frocktober. I’ve done it for the last two years and the site opened yesterday to register so I’m all set up for a third year of fundraising.

    If you don’t know what it is, October is Frocktober, a month of raising funds for ovarian cancer research by wearing frocks (dresses). You design your own challenge. You might wear a dress every day of the month, a different dress every day of the month or the same one. You might wear a dress on Fridays or hold a special dress up afternoon tea. Whatever you do you get sponsored and contribute to a great charity.

    The Ovarian Cancer Research Foundation is trying to find an early detection test for ovarian cancer. At present ovarian cancer is commonly diagnosed at advanced stage with only 20-30% of women surviving beyond five years, compared to more that 90% when the disease is detected and treated early.

    I will be blogging my adventures in frocks at http://blithemoments.blogspot.com.au/ and if you are interested, please sign up and have a go. It isn’t often that we can raise funds just by getting dressed!

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  45. Charlotte

    So excited about this fashion launch- am just about to check it out!

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