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Mother's Day 2009

Four Takes on the Mom in Chief

Four successful mothers share their takes on Michelle’s choices.

The CEO Track to Motherhood

Looking for a work-life balance? Break out the balance sheets and start outsourcing.

Mother's Play

Some NBA stars got their moves from their moms.

My Mother, the Stealth Feminist

How my Haitian immigrant Manman became a liberated woman.

India Arie: The Root of My Success

WATCH a Mother's Day video exchange between India.Arie and her mom, Simpson, on tradition, independence and fabulousness.

STILL NEED A MOTHER'S DAY GIFT?

 

Here are gift ideas to suit every special mama on your list, even if that happens to be you.

  1. Super Mama: Motherhood Necklace by Red Envelope
  2. Green Mama: Garden in a Bag by Inhabitat Shop
  3. Earth Mama: Best-Tressed Hair Set by Carol's Daughter
  4. Brand New Mama: City Chic Shoulder Bag by Skip Hop
  5. Stressed-Out Mama: Jasmine Tea-for-One Set by Southern Serenade

GO SHOPPING in our photo gallery.