Infant formula maker recognizes hard-working moms for the second consecutive year COLUMBUS, Ohio, Sept. 13 /PRNewswire/ -- Amy Kaminski, a mom from Tucson, Ariz., is the grand prize winner of $135,000 in the second annual "Similac Mom's Payday" contest, sponsored by Abbott. Kaminski earned the title after her entry was chosen from more than 30,000 photo essays. According to a recent survey by Salary.com, a typical mom like Kaminski should earn $135,000 per year based on her daily activities -- a $5,000 raise over last year's figure. The Similac Mom's $135K Payday contest invited moms and moms-to-be to submit a photo showing their favorite "mom job," along with a brief caption. An early childhood educator and owner of the Tucson-based Whole Child Learning Co., Kaminski drew inspiration for her entry from the myriad of activities she performs every day while caring for her 7-month-old daughter and 2-year-old son. Kaminski's entry won over the panel of mom-judges with its witty caption and humorous photo. Her winning caption reads: All in a day's work: Accountant, activities director, chef, chauffer, counselor, delivery service, dispatcher, emergency responder, financial planner, judge, life coach, maid, music instructor, nurse, personal shopper, photographer, record keeper, rent-a-techie, rodeo clown, secretary, set designer, teacher, travel agent; whatever you call it, this Mom's favorite job is juggling! "Undoubtedly there are few callings in life that are as admirable, or as challenging, as parenthood," said Matt Harris, division vice president of U.S. pediatric nutrition brands, Abbott Nutrition. "With the Similac Mom's Payday contest, we are proud to give back to moms who give so much every day." Kaminski plans to use her winnings to support her family's expanding needs, and looks forward to paying down the mortgage on her family home. "Motherhood is a never-ending duty, and it's comforting to know a company like Abbott supports moms and recognizes all that we do," Kaminski said. "To have a loving family and be honored with the Similac Mom's $135K Payday, I feel like I'm the luckiest mom in the world!" In addition to the grand prize winner, 10 first prize winners were chosen to receive a week's salary, worth $3,000. First prize winners are: -- Minnie Freeman-Wreh, Carrolton, Va. -- Heather Leonard, Oklahoma City, Okla. -- Stacy Maxwell, Absecon, N. J. -- Nancy Phan, Saginaw, Mich. -- Chris Connolly, Fort Worth, Texas -- Bridgette Shufford, Las Vegas, Nev. -- Erin Talbot, Charlotte, N.C. -- Nicole Thrasher, West Columbia, Texas -- Kristen Wheatley, Chicago -- Stacey Wood, Houston Additionally, 20 second prize winners were selected to receive a case of Similac infant formula each. The complete list of this year's contest winners is available at http://www.similacmomspayday.com/. About Similac Similac offers a complete line of infant formulas to give babies a strong start in life by meeting their nutritional needs. The Similac brand of formulas includes Similac(R) Advance(R), Similac(R) Organic, Similac(R) Isomil(R) Advance(R), Similac Sensitive(TM), Similac(R) Alimentum(R), Similac(R) NeoSure(R) and Similac(R) Go & Grow(TM). The latest information about Similac, including high-resolution images, is available for news media professionals at http://www.e-mediaroom.com/similac. About Abbott Nutrition Abbott Nutrition develops and markets a wide range of science-based infant formulas, medical nutritionals, nutrition and energy bars, and related products to support the growth, health and wellness of people of all ages. Abbott Nutrition's internationally recognized brands include the Similac(R) brand of infant formulas; the Gain(R) brand of growing-up milks for older babies and toddlers; the PediaSure(R) brand of nutritionals and snacks for children; and the Ensure(R) brand of adult nutritionals. Additionally, Abbott Nutrition is a leader in medical foods clinically shown to address the distinct dietary needs of people with serious health conditions or special nutrient requirements, such as the Glucerna(R) brand of nutrition shakes and bars for people with diabetes. Abbott Nutrition also offers specialized nutrition products to meet the unique needs of competitive athletes. About Abbott Abbott is a global, broad-based health care company devoted to the discovery, development, manufacture and marketing of pharmaceuticals and medical products, including nutritionals, devices and diagnostics. The company employs 65,000 people and markets its products in more than 130 countries. Abbott's news releases and other information are available on the company's Web site at http://www.abbott.com/. http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20070913/AQTH030 http://photoarchive.ap.org/ DATASOURCE: Abbott CONTACT: Keri Butler of Abbott, +1-614-624-7485 Web site: http://www.abbott.com/

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