BRANDED is a philosophy.  It is a method by which Mothers and Mothers-to-be make decisions for their care, their children and family.  The BRANDED mother learns about her herself and her family. She sets out to learn about all her options regarding caring for herself and her family and/or the child growing inside her.   She carefully weighs all her options and makes decisions based on evidence and facts and that are best for her and her family.   The BRANDED mother incorporates her philosophy into her lifestyle and culture.

The BRANDED Mother doesn't actually fit any "brand."..  Rather she is unique and empowered; she is strong, she is intelligent; she is beautiful!

 

BRANDED means...

 

B - Benefits
In every situation there are options and different paths to take.  Even when there only appears to be one, in most cases that are are at least two, those being either "do" or "do not".  In some cases there are more options.
Any possible option has it's benefits.   The BRANDED mother knows her options and the benefits of each one!

 

R - Risks
Just as there are benefits in every option for every situation, there are also risks.  The BRANDED mother knows that she must always consider the risks and weigh them against the benefits. 

 

A - Awareness
The B.R.A.N.D mother keeps informed and up to date on the topics that concern her and her family.  She knows the latest and is aware of what her options are, what others are doing and why and knows where to find help when she needs it.  She is aware.

 

N - No
The BRANDED mother is not afraid to say "no" when she is not comfortable with a particular plan, method or path.  She is not concerned with maintaining status quo if she feels it will undermine what is best for her family.  She is unaffected by any opposition and knows when to agree and when to simply say "no".

 

D - Decisive
The BRANDED mother makes decisions.  She gets the facts, knows the information, weighs her options and makes a decision.  She does not let others make decisions for her.  While she will include others in her decision making process, she knows that she is ultimately responsible and is powerful and strong enough to make her own choices.  She doesn't  depends on others to make decisions.

 

E - Educate
The BRANDED mother educates herself in topics that relate to, and that affect and are important to her and her family.  She knows that the only way to make a well informed decision is to actually be informed; and she knows that well informed decisions are the best decisions!

 

D - Different
The BRANDED mother may be different from others; even from her own peers and friends.  However, this doesn't bother her.  On the contrary, she enjoys the variety of people that surround her, because - like everything else - she chooses her friends carefully and knows that everyone has something special to offer.  The BRANDED mother also enjoys her uniqueness because she is ever confident with herself and her decisions!

 

The BRANDED  mother is  strong and empowered.  She is caring and loves her family and does what is necessary to ensure that she is taking care of them in the best possible way - by making choices that are best for their needs and desires.

 

Are you a BRANDED Mother?