Yeah, you know you're supposed to combine carbs and protein for all-day stamina...blah, blah, blah. When you're in the thick of it, you go with what works. Check out what these moms rely on:

"Red Bull and coffee. When I really need a kick, I'll pull out the chocolate-covered espresso beans." --Jana Rivera, Houston, TX

"Upbeat music and dancing with my son, because he doesn't care that I have two left feet." --Sheri Donner, Almont, MI

"When I'm falling asleep driving, I blast cold air on me, sit up straight, and sing very loudly." --Lisa Bain, Parenting staffer

"Running in place for a few minutes, imagining I'm the Steelers's quarterback, usually pulls me out of my slump." --Ann Sackrider, Parenting staffer

"Loud music on my iPod gets me through late-night feedings (and pumping)." --Ashley Bryan, Las Vegas, NV