Maria Pilar Clark is a mom times two and Windy City-based writer who moonlights as a social media strategist for Ogilvy Public Relations Worldwide. She is the founder and editor of One Mom Media and creator of Disney Social Media Magic on Facebook. Email her at mariapilarclark@yahoo.com for submission guidelines or tweet @mariapilarclark.

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Dora the Explorer gets into a hairy situation
June 21, 2011
America's favorite explorer is back with Dora the Explorer: It's Haircut Day! The four-episode DVD set includes "Dora's Hair-Raising Adventures," where Boots gets his first haircut.  

Penelope Cruz brings equality to the pirate playing field in Disney's 'Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides'
May 25, 2011
Being a mother has come naturally for Spanish actress, Penélope Cruz, as has playing the first female pirate (ever) in Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides. 

Johnny Depp is Captain Jack Sparrow in Disney's 'Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides'
May 20, 2011
Disney's new Pirates of the Caribbean sails into theatres with Johnny Depp at the helm. In chatting up the father of two, it became evident the character and films are close to his heart. 

Giveaway: Disney 'Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides' Treasure
May 19, 2011
Captain Jack Sparrow is back, and Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides sails into theatres everywhere in Disney Digital 3D on Friday, May 20th. Gather your crew to see the latest adventure, and be sure to dress the part with treasure courtesy of Walt Disney Studios. 

Mother's Day 2011: Gift Guide + Fresh Produce Giveaway
May 5, 2011
Super heroes are the stuff of legend. So are moms. Read on for a streamlined list of pretties and practicals ranging from cheap to steep and campy to fancy that will go great with those hand-drawn kiddie-made cards mom loves. 

Sleepy springtime: Cosmotot's bedtime finds for Chicago babies and toddler
May 5, 2011
There’s nothing like watching little ones nod off in the comfort of a cozy room. With that in mind, Cosmotot collected the latest sleep-themed finds to inspire sweet dreams. 

Sharky and Bones take Disney Junior by storm
April 29, 2011
From the depths of Davy Jones’ Disneyfied locker comes the comedic duo of Sharky and Bones, front men of the Never Land Pirate band, and part of Jake and the Never Land Pirates, the newest breakout show to hit Disney Junior. 

Ribbies Clippies give little girls a clean sweep
April 25, 2011
Pin uneven bangs in place with Ribbies Clippies that easily stay in no matter what the hair type. 

Make potty talk a page turner with Flattenme books
April 25, 2011
Who knew that once we became parents, conversations about politics and global warming would take a backseat to topics surrounding more basic bodily functions?  

Honestbaby tees say it like it is
April 25, 2011
Celebrate life's little imperfections with combed-cotton snark from Honestbaby.