Leading up to the grand opening of the new Women’s Center, Brookwood Medical Center will be hosting a special event with featured guest Rosie Pope from Bravo TV’s, Pregnant in Heels.
Rosie Pope is the creator and designer of the renowned fashion line, Rosie Pope Maternity. She is also the creator of MomPrep, a program that helps expecting and new moms figure out solutions to the challenges of motherhood and star of Pregnant in Heels, a show where she directs and counsels upper-class mommies-to-be through their pregnancies — a hilarious and often tearful journey. From how to find the best nanny, to selecting the right fitness class and everything in between.
BirminghamMommy.com had the opportunity to talk with Rosie about parenting and get some great advice for Moms and Moms to be!
BhamMommy: What question do you get asked the most and what is the answer?
Rosie: “The most common question I get is “How do you juggle it all?” With two small boys, a third baby on the way, a husband, a business and a reality TV show the honest answer is: I am just not that sure! I am a little obsessed with schedules and reminders so I make sure to never forget anything. But, I am also lucky that I run my own business so I can often be flexible with my hours. I am able to duck out during the day to read to my son at his school library and then work late after he has gone to bed. It is tough and my husband will tell you that I often have moments when I just hope this is all worth it and I hope that I truly am building a better future for my family.”
BhamMommy: Has technology changed “mothering”?
Rosie: “Technology definitely has changed some aspects of mothering. I think it has allowed mothers to keep a lot of things that are important to them in one place, such as a schedule, contacts, photos – which can be extremely helpful – but I do worry about it because nothing beats getting down on the floor with our wee ones and playing with them rather than whipping out an app and sometimes when we are tired that app is so much easier. I think as long as we use technology as an aid rather than completely taking over our lives it is a great tool.”
BhamMommy: Mothers are notoriously hard on themselves, what is your advice for too-critical moms?
Rosie: “Ahh yes, mothers are indeed so hard on themselves and I certainly fall victim to this. What I tell my clients is if you are constantly worrying about whether you are doing the best job you can the chances are – you are in fact a very, very good mother. So, give yourself a break and focus a little more on all the wonderful things (especially the small things like little hugs and kisses) that you do for your kids every day.”
BhamMommy: Moms tend to judge one another, often times harshly. How do you recommend they rise above it?
Rosie: “Nobody knows your kids or your situation better than you so when people judge you it is important to remember why you made the decision in the first place. If you are proud of it then stand by it and if you aren’t then make a change. Ultimately, the only people’s opinions you need to worry about are your little ones’ and whether they look up to you.”
BhamMommy: You have 5 words to give to a new mom, what are they?
Rosie: “Be flexible, each day changes (that was tough to give advice in 5 words!)”
We appreciate Rosie taking the time to talk with us!
If you would like the chance to mix and mingle with Rosie be sure to attend this special grand opening event hosted by Brookwood Medical Center on Thursday, November 17th at Workplay. From 6:30 – 8pm, Rosie will lead an interactive conversation about the joys and challenges of being a new Mom. From 8pm – 9pm guests will have the opportunity to socialize and take pictures with Rosie. Throughout the evening enjoy special cocktails and “Mocktails” for Moms-to-be.
Moms-to-be may also register for a special MomPrep course with Rosie. The special course with Sneak Peak hospital tour will take place on Friday, November 18th and space is limited so early registration is strongly recommended.
For more information on all of these grand opening events or to register visit GenB.com
I can’t wait to meet Rosie! It will be a fun “Girl’s night out”!