Welcome to the best of parenting roundup.  This week, we look at Babble.com's list of the top 50 Mom Bloggers of 2009, how to make a memorable memory game, and 15 cleaning hacks to save you time -- and money! 

The Top 50 Mom Bloggers of 2009 – Rated on criteria such as design, usefulness, and writing skills, these fifty ladies are some of the best blogs around.  (Something to shoot for next year?)  Babble 

Q&A: Teeny Babies and Sleep – Aside from establishing that babies are weird (and that they are people, too), this funny post looks at some of the real reasons your newborn bundle of joy isn’t so joyful… or sleepy.  Ask Moxie 

Healthful Pregnancy Habits – Eat better, rest more, yada, yada. Here are some really doable tips for keeping yourself (and your baby-to-be) on the steady track to healthy living.  And they aren’t that difficult to keep up with.  Boston Mamas 

Make a Memory Game – We love this clever and cute idea for making your own version of Memory for kids.  Use it to reinforce thinking skills and make your kids feel extra-special!  Rookie Moms 

I’m going to make this my signature, go-to recipe. I’ll only tell you about it if you promise not to bring it to any parties we’re both attending, okay?  The lengthy title almost says it all.  This brilliant take on pound cake (Blueberry Lemon, to be exact) really does take the cake… Playgroups are No Place for Children 

5 Signs Your Preschooler is a Criminal – OK, so this isn’t exactly hard science (and more of a comedic article than actual guidelines.)  But really, can’t you just imagine your little toddler in an orange jumpsuit some days?  MomLogic 

15 Cleaning Hacks to Save Time and Money – Loving this list of ways to tackle nasty domestic jobs (like cleaning the microwave.) Print it out and save it – it’s a keeper!  Life Snips 

Need Some Exercise? Get a Dog – The study that this article refers to is kind of a no-brainer.  Anyone who has actually raised a dog properly knows that they take a lot of dedication (and many walks around the block.)  Still, it’s a great reminder of one of the benefits of having a loyal companion at home – weight loss?  Healthy Theory 

What Makes People Happy?  This is really food for thought, and perfect for going into the New Year.  Read on and think about what really makes you happy?  Redeeming Riches