Embracing a Healthy Family

ERGOBaby Carrier and Infant Insert Review

Ergo Baby Carrier Black with Camel Lining


ERGO baby carriers  provides products to make babywearing safe and comfortable.  Juggling a newborn or infant is difficult especially when you are alone running errands.  When you place a baby in a car seat, it's an extra bundle to cart around and it gives your back a workout not to mention your arms and legs.  An ERGO baby carriers allows hands free mobility while ensuring safety.

Karin Frost, creator of ERGO baby carriers, desired a way to keep her baby near her.  Her intention was to create a product that would promote and enhance a parent's ability to safely and comfortably keep their babies as close as possible to them.  After eight years of research and good sound mothering experience, ERGO baby carriers was born.

SAFETY:

ERGO baby carriers stands behind it's safety claim by their rigorous safety testing that has been conducted and certified by by the European testing agency TÜV since 2008, and by the Juvenile Products Manufactures Association (JPMA), according to the American Standards for Testing Materials (ASTM), since 2008, and, most recently, has met all the CPSIA (Consumer Product Safety Information Act) standards mandated by Congress in 2008.


ENDORSEMENTS & FACTS:


To further back their product, they have links for endorsements, certifications, recognitions, research and safety.


PRODUCT OPTIONS:


The Original ERGO baby carriers come in a variety of colors to best suit your personal tastes.




Organic options are also available for those parents that prefer the green way to go.  Ranging from the baby carrier to the infant support cushion to backpacks and pouches.  




ACCESSORIES:


ERGOBaby offers many accessories as well to help ranging from changing pads, sucking pads, weather covers and waist extensions, replacement straps and hood replacements.  They are your one stop shop for baby comfort carrying!


The Review:



The Organic Twill Cranberry baby carrier and the Organic Infant Insert in Blush Beige were reviewed.  The mill that makes the organic fabric was organically certified in 1996.  Owner and designer, Karen Frost, created the organic line to ensure an eco-friendly alternative was offered to her customers.  Organic cotton is grown without all the pesticides and other controls used to ward of pests and control the soil conditions. It's a safe alternative in ensuing the product against your baby's skin is safe.



The Organic Twill Baby Carrier Features:

  • 100% organic cotton twill with 100% organic cotton sataan lining and hood.
  • 100% cotton batting in body of carrier to soften edges against the delicate skin of newborns/infants.
  • One inch, high density foam in the shoulder straps helps to soften the weight.  Even tiny babies can hurt after carrying them for awhile.  The soft straps helped to offset the weight and I had no pain after wearing it for an hour.
  • Quarter inch high density neoprene  foam in waste belt.  As you can see in the picture, the waste belt is wide and allows for continuous full support.  This extra protection offered comfort and a greater sense of security of not feeling like th baby was going to fall out.
  • High quality buckles tested by SGS.  The buckles were thick and felt sturdy.  Due to the size, it would be impossible to hit something and accidentally release the straps.
  • The waist circumferences fits from 25" to 43" so it's versatile for many body sizes.
  • Fits from 5' to 6.5' body height with adjustable shoulder and chest straps.  This fit my daughter, pictures, who is 5'3 and her fiance who is 6'1.
  • The sleeping hood is a smart and wonderful feature that protects and shields the baby.  It adjusts in length to accommodate the little one's growing needs.
  • Reinforced stitching is used at all fabric intersections thus increasing your assurance from a safety perspective.
  • It's durable and has been strength tested up to 90 lbs.  We tried to put the almost three year old in to see how it felt but she wasn't a "baby" anymore she said.
  • It's machine washable which is EXCELLENT!  Baby spit ups are the worse and having fabric that can be easily washed is a must have.

The color is absolutely perfect for either gender to wear.  It's smart, it's fashionable and it's organic!  All of the features above makes it a must have for any new mom and dad especially if they plan on moving around a lot or just don't want to be far away from their little one. It also grows with the child and can be worn on the back as well.
The testing offered me extra assurance in the safety department and the reinforced stitching, interior rip stop reinforcements at critical intersections and large buckles provides the finishes touches of noting this as a "buy!"


ERGOBaby Organic Infant Insert:

The ERGOBaby Organic Infant Insert is for use with newborns up to 4-5 months of age and is placed in the ERGOBaby Carrier.  It is also 100% organic cotton fabric with 100% organic cotton filling and arrives prewashed and ready to go!  It is machine washable again adding to the convenience.

The design encourages healthy maturation of the spine by supporting the pelvis, hip joint and leg position rather than putting a baby in a compromising sitting position before the spine is ready. It also supports the safety of the baby's head and neck during the critical stage of development.

It's very soft and smooth and is a great addition to ensure safety and comfort for the little one's.  The adjustable feature is also beneficial in providing security and comfort.

I also would recommend this for the first few months until the baby has picked up weight. 




Purchase ERGO baby carriers here


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NYC Good Ol' Girls Theater: Two Ticket Giveaway & Discount Info 3/31 CLOSED WINNER

CONGRATULATIONS TO ....

BENITA!

An e-mail has been sent to Benita and she has 24 hours to respond before another winner is chosen by random.org.

Thanks to everyone who entered!

Live in NYC or going to visit?  From now until April 11th, you can catch Good Ol' Girls at the Black Box Theater at the Harold and Miriam Steinberg Center for Theater at 111 West 46th Street.  



Good Ol' Girls, a new musical written and adapted by Paul Ferguson based on the stories of two prominent Southern authors, Lee Smith (The Last Girls) and Jill McCorkle (Going Away Shoes), with songs by Nashville hit-makers Matraca Berg (Reba McEntire, Dixie Chicks, Faith Hill) and Marshall Chapman (Jimmy Buffett, Wynonna, Olivia Newton-John), turns New York City into a Honky Tonk. Through the language of five unique southerners, GOOD OL' GIRLS celebrates childhood through old age with big hair and bigger hearts. Come for the music. Stay for the stories. There's a Good Ol' Girl in all of us. Let yours out.


Tickets start at $29!


If you haven't heard about Good Ol' Girls, here are some reviews:

“You won't find a more entertaining 90 minutes…than the exuberant off-Broadway revue, Good Ol' Girls."
– Associated Press
 “The cast could hardly be better…Lauren Kennedy, Sally Mayes, Teri Ralston, Gina Stewart, and Liza Vann are first-rate singers and actors!”
-Backstage, Critics Pick
“A fun celebration…There’s gold in them thar hills!”
-BroadwayWorld.com
“These game gals are packing Red-Bull power in their lungs!”
-Theatremania.com
“Good Ol’ Girls is a good ol’ time. The cast, which includes Sally Mayes, Lauren Kennedy, Teri Ralston, Gina Stewart, and Liza Vann, is a savvy group…these women, like the real-world ones to whom they’re paying tribute, can do anything!”
-Talkin’ Broadway

$29 Tickets (reg. $70)
For Wednesday and Thursday performances

$35 Tickets (reg. $70)
For Friday, Saturday, and Sunday performances

MUST ORDER BY APRIL 11th!

Performance schedule:
Wednesdays at 3 p.m. and 8 p.m.
Thursdays at 8 p.m.
Fridays at 8 p.m.
Saturdays at 3 p.m. and 8 p.m.
Sundays at 3 p.m.


3 Easy ways to order your discount tickets:

Visit www.GoodOlGirls.com hit PURCHASE TICKETS and enter code GOG29 or GOG35

Call (212) 352-3101 or 866-811-4111 and mention code GOG29 or GOG35 

Visit the box office 2 hours prior to performance time with a printout of this email,
The Black Box Theatre At The Harold and Miriam Steinberg Center for Theatre, 111 West 46th St.


*Producers reserve the right to change or revoke the offer at anytime. Offer expires April 11th, 2010, and is valid for performances through April 11, 2010. Subject to availability and prior sale. May not be combined with any other offers or discounts. All sales final. No refunds or exchanges. Limit 8 tickets per order. Internet and phone orders are subject to standard service fees. Black out dates may apply.

The Giveaway:


Two tickets (subject to availability) to see the live performance of Good Ol' Girls in NY.  Accomodations and travel are not included and are the responsibility of the winner.  This giveaway is only for the two tickets subject to availability.


To Enter:


Just leave a comment that you want to win!


Giveaway ends: 3/31 at midnight (est) - winner will be chosen by random.org.


*Disclaimer:  I received no compensation for this post.  The PR company handling the PR for this production are responsible for providing the winner two tickets subject to availability.


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The New Living Translation Break Through to Clarity Bible Contest and Giveaway 4/30


This is a really good one where it's a win-win because even if you don't win, you "win" by learning more!
Visit www.facebook.com/NewLivingTranslation and click on the tab that says “Sweepstakes."
Fill out a simple form, take a quick Bible clarity survey, invite your friends to join and you’ll be entered to win one of our exciting prizes.
With each fan number milestone a new prize will be given away.
Grand Prize
Apple iPad 64G and a Life Application Study Bible
Awarded when the NLT Fan Page hits the fifth milestone
Retail Value: $829.00
2nd Prize  - Already awarded
32G iPod Touch and a Life Application Study Bible
Awarded when the NLT Fan Page hits the fourth milestone
Retail Value: $300.00
3rd Prize – Will be awarded when fan count hits: 3500
Kindle DX and a Life Application Study Bible
Awarded when the NLT Fan Page hits the third milestone
Retail Value: $489.00
4th Prize Will be awarded when fan count hits: TBD
Apple iPad 16G and a Life Application Study Bible
Awarded when the New Living Translation Fan Page hits the second milestone
Retail Value: $499.00
5th Prize Will be awarded when fan count hits: TBD
Apple iPad 32G and a Life Application Study Bible
Awarded when the NLT Fan Page hits the first milestone
Retail Value: $599.00

Prize Eligibility – Recently updated to include more countries
Sweepstakes participants and winner(s) can be U.S. residents of the 50 United States, or residents of any country that is NOT embargoed by the United States, but cannot be residents of Belgium, Norway, Sweden, or India.  In addition, participants and winner(s) must be at least 18 years old, as determined by the Company. 

Sweepstakes Starts
March 17, 2010 @ 10:24 am (PDT)

Sweepstakes Ends
April 30, 2010 @ 10:24 am (PDT)


Wait, there’s more!
Visit http://biblecontest.newlivingtranslation.com/index.php for a chance to win a trip for two to Hawaii!
Here are the details:
Choose one of six passages of Scripture from the New Living Translation and consider:
How do these verses encourage you to know God better?
What is God teaching you in this passage?
How does this passage apply to your life?
Submit your answer and you’ll be entered to win.
Just for signing up: Everybody Wins! Win a Free .mp3 download from the NLT’s new Red Letters Project. It’s the dynamic, new presentation of the sung and narrated words of the Gospel of Matthew. You win the download just for entering! Or choose to download the NLT Philippians Bible Study, complete with the Book of Philippians in the NLT.
Every day, one person will win the best-selling Life Application Study Bible!
The grand prize: One person will win a fantastic trip for two to the crystal clear waters of the Turtle Bay Resort on Oahu’s North Shore in beautiful Hawaii.




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Link Up Your Giveaways

Don't forget to link up your giveaways!

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Thanks!

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Disney Sale on Easter & More Special Offers

DisneyStore.com

If you are like me, you love Disney.  I shop at the outlet store to get great deals and often overlook the regular Disney online store.  Right now there is a special where you can get $10 off purchases of $50 or more.

Get $10 off purchases of $50 or more at DisneyStore.com with Promo Code: DISNEY10

There is also a buy one get one free Easter plush toy special:

Buy One Easter Plush Toy, Get One Free at DisneyStore.com

Don't forget the great spring sell:

DisneyStore.com Spring Sale has arrived! Shop now for savings up to 50%!

Purchase at least $100 and get two free Alice in Wonderland tickets:

Get 2 FREE tickets to see Disney’s Alice in Wonderland with a purchase of $100 or more at DisneyStore.com with Promo Code: TEAPARTY


Tim Burton's Alice in Wonderland







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Air-O-Swiss Advanced Air Treatment Systems Review & Giveaway 3/21 WINNER CLOSED

CONGRATULATIONS TO ...

bwneyes100 AT hotmail DOT com

An e-mail was just sent!

Thanks to all those that entered!


I've noticed by comments and visiting other blogger's sites, there are a lot of bloggers that have children with chronic medical conditions just as I do.  Having clean air is essential to those with allergies and asthma which my youngest has in the most severe form.  A little over a year ago, she almost died due to an unknown pulminary issue that resulted in the wonderful doctor down in Savannah saving her life and getting us connected to another wonderful doctor in Augusta.  Subsequently, I try everything I can do ensure she doesn't crash and one area I've been in a deficit on is the air in our house.  I clean and remove the dust as best I can and frequently wash bedding in the hottest water temperature possible but there is more I can do such as cleaner air.

I found Air-O-Swiss online and found that they are a brand that I was impressed with due to the level of expertise they have available on their site.  An entire page is devoted to the Benefits of Humidification
  • Reduces discomfort, tiredness, sickness
  • Reduces to suspectibility to colds - This one is very important to me because colds are inducers to her asthma attacks.  My six year old doesn't fair well when she has colds coupled with her epilepsy.
  • Reduces chapped lips, dry eyes and dry, itchy skin
  • Helps babies sleep and feel better - My oldest is expecting a baby so this will be very helpful for him/her.
  • Helps to recover quicker from a cold
  • Reduces damage to wooden objects
  • Reduces levels of dust
There are other benefits and to learn more, just go here.

There are also interesting facts relative to clean air such as:
  • The air in a busy street is 20 times cleaner than the air in your office
  • The number of asthma sufferers rise dramatically as air pollution rises
You can read many more interesting facts about air here.

About Air-O-Swiss:

Air-O-Swiss products have been available in North America since 2001.  They have 50 plus years of experience and originated in Switzerland.  Since 2001, the Plaston International Corporation, a whole subsidiary of Plaston Holding AG, has been a leader in the high performance air humidification and purification market in North America.

Their strategic success can be attributed to their focus on a few core principles:

  • "A Close Customer Relationship - We understand our customers' needs as they relate to our technology and we act accordingly.
  • Quality - We fulfill even the highest of demands. Our goals are zero-defect products and continuing business excellence.
  • Innovation - We are geared to meet our customer needs. This concept encompasses the entire design and innovation process we employ.
  • Innovation along with Quality are the result of the understanding of our products as they relate to our customers' needs."
Air-O-Swiss have many products to choose from to help maintain healthy air.


Check out the selection at Air-O-Swift.
AOS 7146 Travel Ultrasonic

Humidification System

Now you can take AIR-O-SWISS quality with you wherever you go and enjoy healthy air anywhere! The Travel Ultrasonic AOS 7146 is compact enough to fit into your travel bag. Just add your own water bottle, plug the unit in and enjoy clean, moist air in your room. With the AOS 7146 you can ensure room humidity is just the way you like it. Efficient ultrasonic technology uses high-frequency vibrations to generate a micro-fine cool mist, which is blown into the room where it immediately evaporates.

Stay healthy and be more productive at work. Set the Travel Ultrasonic on your desk or in your office and enjoy clean, moist air throughout the day.

Thanks to the transcontinental AC adapter and exchangeable plugs the Travel Ultrasonic can be used throughout North America and Europe. The adapter means you can use your personal unit on both sides of the Atlantic.
The Review:

The Travel Ultrasonic is perfect size for those that travel a lot or need it at the office.  It's extremely compact and portable, has a little carrying pouch and allows the use of any size water bottle to be inserted for use.  I found that I shouldn't fill the bottle all the way up as the air doesn't fill the bottle back up and it caused the bottle to collapse and not work.  I was amazed at how much was emitted given how small the Ultrasonic is but it's a little powerhouse.  When it's working, it lights up blue and when it runs out of water, it turns an amber glow. 

I had my regular size humidifier set up next to the Travel Ultrasonic and watched  in comparison with little difference.  The normal size one required less refills but that was expected.  The same amount of mist was emitted from both devices. 

It arrives with a brush to clean it, instructions, the pouch to carry it and two power adapters for use in any country.

I would recommend the Travel Ultrasonic if you travel a lot, require one in a small area for a few hours or don't need one frequently.

The Giveaway:

An Air-O-Swiss Travel Ultrasonic!

To Enter:

Visit Air-O-Swiss and leave a comment on what product you would like to try and follow my blog.  This is mandatory and if you do not visit Air-O-Swiss and follow my blog, your entry will be removed.

Extra Entries (two entries each unless otherwise noted):

  • Subscribe to my blog.
  • Follow me on Twitter.
  • Tweet about this giveaway (can be done daily).
  • Blog about this giveaway (five entries).
  • Enter any of my other giveaways (five entries).
Giveaway ends 3/21 at midnight (EST).


Winner will be chosen via random.org

* Disclaimer:  The opinions based in this post are of my own.  I will receive the product listed by the sponsor company in exchange for my review of the product.


Mamavation Monday Sistahood (Week Two) Post for Week 9

After rereading the "how to" pledge to be a sista, I didn't completely answer the about me portion so this week will be both my successes and challenges and more about me.


I'm on week four of Nutrisystem and have found that I'm still hungry, if not hungrier, since being on it.  I'm seriously contemplating ending it and just eating sensibly.  I will make the decision today.  I did write my bike for almost two hours yesterday and the one challenge I need to focus on is picking up the speed to really hit my burn.  I tend to blog while I'm doing it and only stay at a 15 mph pace.  With working full time, telecommuting, and having two small kids with chronic medical conditions and are usually sick lately, it's been a challenge getting enough sleep.  It's widely known that those that do not get adequate sleep tend to be overweight.  I know first hand on that as even my middle child, almost seven, never slept through the night for the first four years which was when I was the heaviest. 
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My successes this past week include:
  • Joining Mamavation and making the Sistahood (crowds screaming)!
  • Riding my bike every day for minimally one hour.
  • Trying to watch calorie intake and nearly succeeding.
  • Eating a vegetable and fruit (at least one) every day.
My Challenges:
  • Sticking to my calorie intake.
  • Avoiding chocolate.
  • Getting enough sleep
I lost nothing this past week but I didn't gain either.

Quick Bio:

I'm a telecommuting mom who works full time.  I have five kids, three at home and two stepchildren in Texas.  Two of my children were diagnosed in 2008, within two weeks of one another, with Benign Rolandic Epilepsy and an unknown pulmonary condition that almost took her life.  Since then, the two year old has been labeled with asthma and allergies.  Both take daily medications and whenever get hit with colds, the two year old has to be monitored closely as it's usually a trip to the hospital.  Due to the six year old's epilepsy, we formed Angels4Epilepsy to give back to other children who are hospitalized with epilepsy.

I'm also an Army wife with a husband deploying to Kuwait at the very end of April or early May for a year.  He's had many deployments so we tend to lose track.  Since our marriage, this is his first year long deployment so this will be challenging especially for the younger ones.  I'm also a grandma-to-be as my almost 22 year old is pregnant with her first one.

I'm currently attempting to write a historical novel and am half way through.  I also blog on the side and review products and provide giveaways.

This Week's Goals:
  • Continue watching what I eat.
  • Kicking up my speed on my bike and/or add in EA Active
  • Lose two pounds

Youthful Tips

My Zazzle Card Got "Best" Status

I've only made a few items that have ranked best of the day and I just found out one of the cards I just made was deemed the honors!  Yeah!


Youthful Tips

Fashion Playtes Sale Expires 3/21/10


Girls are Fashion Designers



Haven't tried Fashion Playtes yet?  If you have a little girl or a tween or even a teen, you need to check out Fashion Playtes as it's a great site to let your child's creativity unleash!  My daughter loves it and I've already handed out a couple of gift certificates to friends and a niece because it's such a great place.

My daughter made a butterfly shirt that quickly became her favorite shirt and it has her name on the tag!

 


Enter SPRINGSALE10 when you check out.  Offer expires 3/21 and a $50 minimum is required.

Alvin and the Chipmunks The Squeakquel Soundtrack Review


I never saw my girls jump up and get so excited over music before I put in Warner Brother's Alvin and the Chipmunks The Squeakquel.  There are many songs they loved but their favorite is Single Ladies.  Those girls can dance and if my little one wasn't so keen on running around only in diapers, I would have recorded it as it was quite the show.


Track Listings:
1. You Really Got Me - The Chipmunks (feat. Honor Society)
2. Hot N Cold - The Chipettes
3. So What - The Chipettes
4. You Spin Me Round (Like A Record) - The Chipmunks
5. Single Ladies (Put A Ring On It) - The Chipettes
6. Bring It On - The Chipmunks
7. Stayin' Alive - The Chipmunks
8. Song - The Chipettes (feat. Queensberry)
9. It's OK - The Chipmunks
10. Shake Your Groove Thing - The Chipmunks
11. Put Your Records on - The Chipettes
12. I Want To Know What Love Is - The Chipmunks
13. We Are Family - The Chipettes & The Chipmunks
14. No One - The Chipettes (feat. Charice)
15. I Gotta Feeling - The Chipettes & The Chipmunks


If your children listen to music, they will know most of the songs if not all and will really enjoy it.  We listened to it last night, right after we received it, and I woke up to it this morning as the almost seven year old was rearing to go!

If your kids love The Chipmunks, they will love the CD and will really provide hours of entertainment and get your camcorders ready as they will want to dance, dance, dance!  I think Warner Brothers should partner up with Wii and make a dance/exercise game out of it since it encourages them to get up and move!

I definitely recommend Alvin and the Chipmunks The Squeakquel Soundtrack!

To purchase the soundtrack of MP3, just click on one of the links below:

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*Disclaimer:  I was provided a complimentary copy of this CD in exchange for my review.  Upon completing my assignment, I will receive a cash payment.  The opinions reflected in this post are of mine and were not influenced by the compensation that I might receive.


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Aden + Anais: Made for Baby Designed for You Muslin Swaddling Blankets Review

One of the first things new parents learn at the hospital is to swaddle. Swaddling has many benefits to include eliminating a startle reflex, provides comfort to a little one and giving a good night's sleep.  Swaddling in muslin, a natural cotton material, provides additional comfort while not overheating your baby.  Muslin is a finely woven, breathable fabric that is delicate yet durable.  It's also stretchy making it the perfect candidate for swaddling.  Because muslin is lightweight, it allows air to circulate the baby.

Aden + Anais has a nice collection of different products made of muslin:

Swaddle
  • Classic Collection - 100% natural cotton muslin swaddles can be used for swaddling, stroller covers, burp cloths, nursing shields, summertime and tummy time blanket, change table cover, portable crib sheets and many more!
  • Organic Collection - 100% organic and certified
  • Cozy Collection - double the thickness but still made of 100% natural cotton muslin
  • Bamboo Collection - luxuriously soft and natural

Slumber

  • Classic Slumber Collection - used over pajamas which provides extra comfort of not worrying about tangled blankets or fallen blankets.
  • Cozy Slumber Collection - four times the thickness of the Classic Slumber Collection.  The extra layers are perfect for winter.

Burpy Bibs:

  • Two packs that are made of Aden + Anais' special shape that helps to keep baby and you clean.  Made of muslin and comes in a variety of chic patterns.

Towel & Washcloth Sets:

  • Natural, gentle muslin washcloth and hooded bath towel.  Available in four designs.

Washcloth Sets:

  • Soft, gentle muslin meets durable cute patterns to help keep your little one clean.

Dream Blankets:

  • Perfect for the older baby and toddler.   Four layers of soft muslin provides warmth and comfort in fun styles.
Issie:
  • Natural muslin in the perfect form as a security blanket.  Available in two packs with great looking designs.

Swaddle Love:

  • A book featuring entertaining and practical guide on swaddling.


The Review:

The Alpha Bit Swaddle four pack which also is 100% cotton muslin and is very soft and lightweight.  The extra large size allows for full proof swaddling.  Too often in my experiences, blankets have been too small to effectively swaddle or too large and fluffy to get a good swaddle completed.  The muslin allows for such ease in ensuring the folds stay in place without worrying about the baby getting too hot.  The description states the more you wash, the softer they get.  This is very true and it feels wonderful!  No irritation or roughness.

We also found the Swaddle blanket was perfect size to lie down to protect the carpet from messes and the baby from the harsh fibers.

I loved the fact that there is an option for organic and how soft and soothing they are.  I definitely will have to try the sleeping bags as I love the idea and need to have Aden + Anais make bigger ones as my two and six year olds will not keep blankets on.

I would recommend Aden + Anais.

Follow Aden + Anais on Twitter or become a fan on Facebook.

Free ground shipping on orders $60 and over.

*Disclaimer: I was provided a complimentary four pack in exchange for my review.  I received no financial compensation.

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Yubo Lunch Boxes: New Lunch Packing System Review

If your kids are like mine, they take their lunch to school and every year, you descend upon all the stores looking for the coolest and neatest looking lunch boxes.  The modern lunch box is different from the tin cased ones some of us "older" moms remember.  The one thing in common is they require the use of baggies and are what you bought is what you get.  A new "kid" on the block is Yubo and what makes Yubo unique is not just the name but many features:

  • Patent pending modular design - allows many areas to fit a meal in one convenient, cool lunch box while protecting the food.
  • Anti-microbal, BPA-free and dishwasher safe - this is brilliant on so many fronts.  You get a microbal resistent container that is free of those harmful, cancer causing plastics and you can just throw it in the dishwasher for convenience and an extra hot, sanitary clean.
  • Reusuable containers which means no waste which is cheaper for your budget and better for the environment.
  • Faceplates that are interchangeable and can be personalized.  The lunch box changes with the mood, the interests, the personality and the year.  No more buying lunch box after lunch box when you can just purchase faceplates.  You can even get photo faceplates!
  • Available online at www.getyubo.com, Amazon and Toys R Us.


The standard lunch box is only $21.95 while the deluxe which features the custom ice pack and three containers starts at $29.95 with a free faceplate set.


You can also purchase a drink holder that conveniently places the drink bottle along the lunch box for easier carrying.  The food containers can also be purchased in a large container that is perfect for sandwiches, a two pack medium size containers that is perfect for snacks or vegetables and a two pack of small containers that holds desert or other smaller food items.

If you are responsible for fund raisers, you can even raise money for your school! With the personalized option, you can use your school logo or let the kids be creative in creating their own or choose an already created faceplate.  Just go here for more information:  http://www.getyubo.com/pages/School-Fundraising-Program


Yubo is a great concept in giving children a choice for a great looking and fun lunch box while offering a product that is safe and is better for your budget and the environment.  I would recommend the Yubo lunch box for your little one or as a gift to your little special one.

In honor of my husband's deployment to Kuwait in six weeks, I had to show one of the newest, coolest designs:  The military faceplate:

Get your Yubo now!




* Disclaimer:  I received a complimentary Yubo lunch box in exchange for a review.  No financial compensation was received.



#Mamavation Twitter Party April 12th & Campaign 4

Mamavation, a great group of women who support one another through "mamavation!"  They are a sistahood powerhouse of women of all ages who really have a common goal and that is to get healthy or stay healthy.  If you are struggling with trying to lose weight, need some friends or "sistas," or just want to be part of a great group of women, join Mamavation!  


Part of Mamavation is picking a couple of contestants who end up on a journey of weight loss.  Campaign 3 just wrapped up with great success by Lisa and Katie with an accumulated weight loss of over 45 pounds!  Now, Mamavation is gearing up for Campaign 4 with two new great contestants and you can be a part by going to www.mamavation.com to learn more.

Campaign #4 Applications Accepted March 22nd to April 1st
Voting April 5th to 12th
Twitter Launch Party April 12th
Mamavation Campaign #4 April 13th to May 28th
With this new campaign, Colleen is going to apply in the next few days and I hope you will support her in her endeavor as she's a great woman!  Once she does enter, all you have to do is tweet to @bookieboo the following:

Please tweet "Hey Bookieboo! I want @colleen_mouse to be the next #mamavation mom.  She has my support!"

More information to come about Colleen and how you can support her!


More about Mamavation:


Mamavation is a weight loss campaign and social media experiment brought to you byEarth Footwear, The EA SPORTS Active & Smooth Fitness & Gaiam. The Mamavation campaign is a unique movement in social media. Not only does it support two moms (Mamavation Moms), it also supports the first virtual healthy living sorority in social media called "The Sistahood." The Mamavation Moms are put though a 7-week healthy living bootcamp. The will receive a professional nutritional plan created by a physician that specializes in nutrition, Dr. Renna, and a fitness program created by Tracey Mallett. They will also receive two pairs of Earth Footwear, a treadmill from Smooth Fitness, an EA SPORTS ActiveTracey Mallett and Tae Bo DVDs. Their lives become a virtual open book with twists and turns and real life challenges they must overcome. The purpose behind the campaign is to inspire moms all over the internet to live more healthy. The program is managed by @bookieboo, Leah Segedie. Leah Segedie has successfully lost over 170 lbs. herself. She is no stranger to hard work and overcoming challenges in weight loss as a mom.




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