I ventured out to CVS this evening for the first time in a long time. Things have been so busy around here I haven't had much time to shop! Here are a few of the great clearance finds I found today:
Aveeno baby products 75% off making them under $1.50
Size 3, 5 and 6 Huggies Little Movers mega packs 75% off making then $4.49
Pampers wipe tubs and refill packs 50% off
At one CVS the Pampers Baby Fresh tub wipes were 75% off making them $0.87
CVS baby wipes
Similac 4oz formula packets 75% off (under $3)
Triple Paste tub 75% off
I just got Huggies coupons in the mail but didn't have them with me. Even without coupons it was too good to pass up. As always clearance prices vary from store to store so make sure you scan the items. The Pampers wipes will count towards the ECB spend $25 get $5.
I hope everyone has a relaxing weekend. I'm traveling back from visiting family and in desperate need of another vacation where I can sleep the whole time! Things will be back in full swing on Tuesday!
I'm having a great time visiting with extended family but I am worn out. My daughter is sleeping in the room with me and she is getting up early. My sister's daughter is in another room and we hear her on the monitor throughout the night. My son is sleeping with my parents and he's been having a rough time going to bed. We have been so busy I haven't had any time to sit down and work on blog posts. I did talk with hubby today and there are lots of fun items waiting for me at home. You won't want to miss out on them!
School is almost out and that means finding ways to entertain the kids for the summer. Taking the family to a water park, amusement park or other major attractions can add up quickly. Uniroyal’s e-book, “Family Fun for Less,” has some great tips on backyard activities that can be great way to spend time with the whole family, neighborhood and friend.
Here are some of our suggestions:
-Create your own water park by filling up a small pool in the backyard, putting out? the Slip ’N Slide® and turning on the sprinklers. Use squirt guns and other spray bottle as water guns. Try games like a water balloon toss, sponge tag or musical sprinkler (like musical chairs, have children dance around until the music stops and then the sprinkler starts and the kids get drenched).
-Create a backyard carnival by setting up stations for old-fashioned games such as a ring toss, a clothespin drop, backyard bowling or potato sack races. Face painting and estimation jars filled with candy (the closest guess without going over wins) also add to the fun. Look for inexpensive prizes at a dollar store. Don’t forget concession stands that “sell” carnival food like hot dogs, chips, soda and lemonade.
-Hosting a lemonade or Kool-Aid® stand is tons of fun for kids, plus it’s a great way to cultivate their entrepreneurial spirit. Hold one in conjunction with a neighborhood garage sale to boost traffic. To teach the importance of giving, you can even encourage kids to pick a local charity and donate their profits.
You can find more great information in the e-books over at More Mileage for your Money.
Disclosure: I received the information for this post from More Mileage by Uniroyal tires. No compensation was received.
Do you remember this post on Simple Organized Sanity where I received personalized day planner pages? I said I would give them a try for 30 and then reevaluate. The verdict is in, I love the planner pages. There is lots of space for me to keep track of what's going on and I have found myself to be much more productive when I want to cross something off the page. I went to the copy store last week and have them make me enough copies to make it through January and I will reevaluate again. I even had them printed on fun pastel colored paper!
Have you heard about the new Huggies® MomInspired™ Grant Program? This program allows inventive moms to submit original, innovative and viable new business and product ideas designed to help make life easier for parents so that they can better enjoy everyday moments with their little ones. Until June 11th, you can visit www.HuggiesMomInspired.com to apply.
This program is open to moms who have an idea or already have a product/business and need additional funding to take it to the next level. Please note that the business or idea does not have to be one that fits within the Kimberly-Clark portfolio of products.This is all about helping moms nurture their business ideas and help them grow.
Disclosure: By posting this information, I am entered into a contest to win a $250 American Express gift card from MomSelect. I did not receive any compensation for this post and thoughts and opinions expressed are my own.
Items include: a barbeque, bistro set, outdoor lighting and much more! A full description of our prize packs can be found on our contest page.
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Fill out the form on the contest page. You can also upload a picture or include a link to a video to really show us why your backyard needs some sprucing up!
I'm traveling with my parents and sister to visit relatives in Tennessee this week. That's 4 adults, 3 children (under 3) and a dog, crammed in the car for 6+ hours. Needless to say we are taking 2 DVD players, lots of snacks and pillows. I can't read in the car because it makes me sick so my sister and I will be chatting, watching movies and calming screaming children the whole way. I have some great posts lined up while I'm gone and will be posting while I am away. There are lots of Birthday Bash giveaways ending this week so I will have lots of winners to draw, keep your eyes open for emails!!!
About the book: After her fatal choice... extraordinary hope.
Why does my life have to be so painful?
What's wrong with me?
It's not going to get better.
It could all be over soon, and then I won't hurt anymore.
Kristen Anderson thought she had the picture perfect life until strokes of gray dimmed her outlook on life. Once a happy child, Kristen's world darkened after three friends and her grandmother died within two years. Still reeling from these losses, she was raped by a friend she thought she could trust. She soon spiraled into a depression that didn't seem to have a bottom.
One January night, the seventeen-year-old made a decision: She no longer wanted to deal with the emotional pain that smothered her. She lay down on a set of cold railroad tracks and waited-for a freight train to send her to heaven...and peace.
Fear coursed through me. I squeezed my eyes tighter.
It's going to be over now. The pain is going to end. I'll be in heaven soon.
As the train whistle blew, the vibration of my body stilled.
The sound stopped. The wind stopped. The train stopped.
Am I dead yet?
Amazingly, Kristen survived her suicide attempt... but the 33 freight cars that ran over her severed her legs. Now she not only had to deal with depression; she also had to face the physical pain and life without legs.
But Kristen's story didn't end there. After her darkest days Kristen discovered a real purpose for living. Now, in her compelling book Life, In Spite of Me, Kristen shares her journey from despair to hope.
Includes letters from Kristen that share messages she wishes someone would have told her-when she was depressed and struggling with loss, shame from sexual abuse, and suicidal thoughts.
About the author: Tricia Goyer is the author of twenty-four books including Songbird Under a German Moon, The Swiss Courier, and the mommy memoir, Blue Like Play Dough. She won Historical Novel of the Year in 2005 and 2006 from ACFW, and was honored with the Writer of the Year award from Mt. Hermon Writer's Conference in 2003. Tricia's book Life Interrupted was a finalist for the Gold Medallion in 2005. In addition to her novels, Tricia writes non-fiction books and magazine articles for publications like MomSense and Thriving Family. Tricia is a regular speaker at conventions and conferences, and has been a workshop presenter at the MOPS (Mothers of Preschoolers) International Conventions. She and her family make their home in Little Rock, Arkansas where they are part of the ministry of FamilyLife. For more info, please visit www.triciagoyer.com
Review: I was very moved by Kristen's story. Within the first chapter a train has run over Kristin and she is hanging onto life through a miracle. A miracle only God is capable of performing. Even professional train workers have told here that she should be dead. Life, In Spite of Me provides inspiration for anyone who has thought even for a moment that there life wasn't worth living. It's for anyone who wants to learn from experience and gain insight on how to reach out to those in their life who are struggling. While reading Life, In Spite of Me I found myself sorting through a gamet of emotions. The most powerful emotion I felt was one of love. To see Gods love shining through Kristen's friends and family and how she shares of God's love and grace through her ministry Reaching You.
Amazing Grace was a song she mentioned hearing over and over again in her mind the night of the accident. This song provides hope to so many. God's grace is powerful in changing lives and He freely gives it. Kristen was able to embrace this grace and is living her live to the fullest despite the incredible obstacles she has faced.
You can find more information and reviews on the blog tour page.
Buy it:You can purchase Life, In Spite of Me online and at a book retailer near you.
Disclosure: I received a copy of this book for the purpose of this review. Thanks to litfuse Publicity for this great opportunity.
About: cheribundi™ starts as Montmorency cherries grown in Michigan and New York orchards. We use a proprietary juicing process that was developed with Cornell University to make a drink that retains all the power and benefits of the nutrients and antioxidants found in the little round fruits. cheribundi™ has more disease-fighting antioxidants than other juices and has been tested in the lab and field by athletes and people who just work out. Because cheribundi™ is all-natural and not from concentrate, it's a feel-better and live-healthier addition to your lifestyle. What We Believe In:
More. Good-for-you phytonutrients, that is. Other superfruits and juices just can't compare. Our gentle juicing process doesn't boil away nutrients - it puts them directly into the bottle.
Testing. cheribundi™ has been tested in the lab and on the playing field by amateur, college and professional athletes. The tests have revealed that a daily regimen of our cherry juice aids everyone from pro-athletes to those just trying to stay fit or active and healthy.
Nature. The abundance of cherry-goodness in cheribundi™ is all-natural. Whew! So, while you're trying to stay healthy by being active, you can rest assured that cheribundi™ is on your side and naturally helps you live an active, healthy lifestyle.
Review: I love cherries, whenever anyone gets one on their sundae, milkshake or drink...I take it. I didn't know that cherries were so good for me. The thought of drinking straight cherry juice was a little frightening. I thought it might be too tart for my taste. I took a few sips of the juice by itself and then decided to mix it up with my soda and other juices. Visit the cheribundi™ website and you can sign up to receive an email with recipes using their drinks!
Do you children like the occasion cup of juice? Wouldn't you feel better if you knew it was providing them with healthy benefits? I let my son try out the tru cherry drink and he loved it.
Disclosure: I received a variety of cheribundi™ juice for the purpose of this review. No other compensation was received. All views expressed are my own opinions.
About: The Baby Diner is a device that attaches to any smooth table top or structure and allows a parent or guardian to secure a plate, bowl or any other dinnerware to prevent accidentally knocking or throwing of plates, bowls and even cups (with the cup holder attachment) on the floor by young children, persons with special needs or outdoor enthusiasts. It also provides a safe and sanitary eating environment when dining out. Baby Diner works great with all standard restaurant bowls, plates and baskets of all types. Practically anything that has a smooth and non-porous bottom works!
Review: As soon as the waiter brings our food I immediately take my sons plate and put it out of his reach. Mom's and Dad's, you've been there too haven't you? Crossing your fingers that the meal ends with all plates in tack and no one wearing their food. Like the creators of baby diner I too have tried many different products. I was even issued a refund for a suction plate because it DID NOT work.
When I received the baby diner I wasn't sure it would survive a date with my son. Some assembly is required to get your baby diner ready. The easy to follow instructions will have it read for dinner! I tried out the baby diner before my son used it. It suctioned easily to our glass table top and I attached a melamine plate, after a little tugging and spinning the plate was still suctioned to the baby diner and it was still attached to the table.
My inquisitive toddler sat in his chair and starred at the contraption in front of him. He looked under the plate, turned it, pulled at it, everything he could to try and get it off the table. Thankfully he realized it wasn't going anywhere and he settled in to eating his diner. I love that the baby diner doesn't touch your food so you don't have to wash it every time you use it. I'm a little of a clean freak so I would probably keep it in a zip lock bag after it touched the table at a restaurant. What a great gift idea for all the parents you know.
Buy it: Order a FREE Baby Diner HERE. You only pay shipping!
Disclosure: I received a Baby Diner for the purpose of this review. No other compensation was received. All views expressed are my own opinions.
About: Log Cabin® Syrup—a family household tradition since 1887—launches the first ever nationally distributed All Natural syrup.This introduction follows the recent removal of high fructose corn syrup from all Log Cabin products and is driven by growing consumer demand for high quality products that are all natural with no artificial colors or flavors. This new authentic syrup is made with only the finest All Natural ingredients while also being gluten free, whilst still maintaining that delicious taste.
Review: My son loves syrup. Sometimes I wonder if I put syrup on chicken tenders if he would eat them. I try to buy the low sugar versions so when I heard about log cabins all natural syrup I was really excited. During one of our typical waffle mornings I switched out his regular syrup with the log cabin. He didn't even bat an eye. The flavor of the log cabin all natural syrup is just as good as the "full of sugar" syrup we were using everyday. I enjoy the occasional waffle or french toast and this syrup is topping worthy!
Buy it: Log Cabin All Natural can be found in retailers nationwide in the specialty syrups section: Size-22 fl oz, Price- $4.99
Disclosure: I received a bottle of Log Cabin All Natural syrup for the purpose of this review. No other compensation was received. All views expressed are my own opinions.
Guest post from Adopt Us Kids:
Did you know it would take less than 1% of the U.S. population to provide a family for every child in foster care? May is National Foster Care Month and there has never been a greater need to bring attention to children waiting for forever homes. More than 463,000 children are currently in foster care and 123,000 children are waiting to be adopted. Children in foster care are loving children. They are children like Shaquane and Edlina and Albert. Every child deserves to have a home with caring and supportive parents.
Help spread the message this month to reach all Americans and teach them about the love and joy that foster care adoption can bring to your life. Visit www.adoptuskids.org to learn more about fostering and adopting. You can also join their online communities on Facebook and Twitter.
I'm the next stop on the road to Relevant over at Gather in Spirit. If you haven't already checked out the great site they have, you can find inspiring articles, blogger spotlights and more bloggers on the road to Relevant! I remember a few months ago when I first read about The Relevant Blog Conference. I think I was reading Bring the Rain Angie Smith's blog. She is part of an amazing group of speakers. I mentioned it to my husband in passing thinking there was no way I would be able to go with 2 little ones at home.
Relevant is a place to connect kindred hearts; to enjoy sweet and fruitful fellowship;
to engage one another in sharing, inspiring, and learning,
and to figure out how to integrate our lives fully with our faith and family…
all the while glorifying Him amidst this blogging tidal wave.
-http://therelevantconference.com
As the time got closer for ticket sales I started reading more and more tweets (#relevant10) from great bloggers about the conference. I decided to check into the details a little more and when I map quested how far it was from my house (I absolutely hate to fly) I realized it was less than 5 hours! I used to drive 4 hours back and forth from college, I could drive that. Besides, what mother wouldn't like 5 hours of uninterrupted alone time! I talked with my husband again going back and forth, back and forth. He was so supportive and told me to just buy the ticket and we would work it all out. So I stayed up until midnight to buy my ticket which turned into 1am, I think...I got caught up in all the tweeting about the conference. I already have a roommate, you can read more about her on her blog DUTCHbeingME. We've been exchanging emails and tweeting but I can't wait to meet her in person.
I'm still looking for sponsors to help me on the road to Relevant. If you would like your company to have a presence at this conference please visit my sponsor page for more information.
If you're going, I can't wait to meet you in October...if you're not, you should pick up your ticket and make plans to attend a conference that is sure to change your life.
About: Kuntry Klippers has been in business a couple of years now. They offer FREE shipping and NO admin charges on orders over $4. There is a small admin charge on orders under $4. The deadlines for same day shipping can be found under "shipping". You can search by categories so it's easy to find coupons that you will use. The prices are very reasonable as well!
Buy it: You can purchase coupons from Kuntry Klippers and save 15% off the first visit of $5 or more using coupon code FIRSTVISIT. Coupon Clippin' Mommy readers can take 10% off additional orders throughout the month of May by using coupon code CCM10 at checkout.
Win it: 1 Coupon Clippin' Mommy reader will win a $5 gift certificate to Kuntry Klippers.
Mandatory Entry: Visit Kuntry Klippers and tell me what coupon you could really use. Please make sure if your email address is not visible in your blogger profile you leave one in your initial entry!
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This giveaway will end on June 8, 2010 at 11:59 PM EST. The winner will be drawn via random.org. The winner will be notified via email and will have 48 hours to respond. Open to US residents only. Disclosure: No compensation was received for this post. Kuntry Klippers provided the giveaway gift certificate.
Thank you to everyone who entered and all the great sponsors. It was a lot of fun reviewing great products and sharing them with you. I still have tons of reviews and giveaways lined up over the next few weeks. I will be getting back into posting more money saving tips for you too. I had a great time celebrating my birthday with friends and family!
About:We are moms who were frustrated by the amount of stuff that left our houses, never to return. After lots of research and testing we created the perfect fun, durable labels for the stuff kids lose!
Our sticky labels and clothing labels, which are dishwasher, microwave and laundry safe, are not only practical, but also designed to be very special to each child. The labels are customized with a child’s name, favourite mix of colours and an icon (animal, symbol, etc.). We have also expanded our product line to include personalized stationery products, ID wristbands and household labels. -www.mabel.ca
I recently received the LOL sticky labels. The designs are perfect for all ages. While most of the designs are aimed at kids, I choose the flower design and got my own name on them! I love labeling things, notebooks, water bottles, you name it I will label it. The labels are easy to attach to any surface and are very durable. I must say that the online images do not do the labels justice. I was pleasantly surprised with the look and color quality of my labels.
Buy It: You can purchase lots of great items at Mabel's Labels.
Clothing Labels
Stationary Products
Kids Safety Products
Spice Labels
Skinny-Minis
Win It: 1 lucky Coupon Clippin' Mommy reader will win a Label Out Loud Essentials Combo Pack.
Product Description: Label Out Loud Essentials Combo Pack
This pack includes everything you need to protect your investments stylishly and at a great price! This combo offers substantial savings compared to buying each item individually and the wide range of colours and design motifs gives you more choice than ever.
30 Sticky Labels
12 Shoe Labels
70 Tag Mates or 40 Iron-Ons
2 Teeny Tags
Mandatory Entry: Visit Mabel's Labels and tell me what design you would get on your LOL labels. Please make sure if your email address is not visible in your blogger profile you leave one in your initial entry!
Add my button to your blog (leave me a link were I can find it)
If you have my Birthday Bash button on your blog 2 entries, 4 if prior to April 20th.
This giveaway will end on June 4, 2010 at 11:59 PM EST. The winner will be drawn via random.org. The winner will be notified via email and will have 48 hours to respond. Open to US and Canadian residents only.
Disclosure:No compensation was received for this post. All view expressed are my own opinions. Thank you to Mabels Labels for providing the giveaway prize.
Today is my 30th Birthday! My Mom is coming to have lunch with my and then hubby and I are going out to dinner. I honestly have to say I'm not upset about this Birthday. I think part of it is because I get to share it with my best friend and the best sister ever. It doesn't hurt that she is 2 minutes older than me!
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About: This Tropical Traditions Gold Label Virgin Coconut Oil is a truly unrefined coconut oil. This coconut oil is made on Mt. Banahaw and surrounding areas from organic coconuts. Coconuts are used fresh (within 24-48 hours of harvest) from small family farms on Mt. Banahaw and other rural places in Quezon Province, the coconut capital of the Philippines. Only the highest quality coconuts are hand-picked from each harvest.
Virgin Coconut Oil is a food, and is one of the best cooking oils you can use. It has been a staple cooking oil for thousands of years in tropical climates. As a cooking oil, its chemical structure is kept in tact and therefore is resistant to mutations of fatty acid chains even when used in higher cooking temperatures, unlike most vegetable oils. Research shows that the medium chain fatty acids found in coconut oil boosts the body’s metabolism, raises body temperatures, and helps provide greater energy which can lead to weight loss. For hundreds of tasty recipes from people who use coconut oil, visit FreeCoconutRecipes.com. -www.tropicaltraditions.com
Review: When I first started reading about coconut oil I was a little leary. It didn't look all that appealing when I looked at it online but I wanted to give it a shot. I like coconuts so it couldn't be too bad. I didn't want to substitute the oil in just anything so I searched around on Topical Traditions recipe blog until I found something that sounded good and was easy to make. I didn't tell my husband that I was using it because he does not like coconut and I thought he might not eat it.
The taste of the dish did not seem to vary too much from what I thought it would. I like that there are so many gluten free options using coconut products. The oil has the consistency of Crisco when is hardens. You can smell a slight coconut scent when you are using the product. I would recommend this to anyone looking for a healthy product, especially if you are making foods with some dietary restrictions.
You can keep up with Tropical Traditions on facebook and twitter.
Buy it: You can purchase Gold Label Virgin Coconut Oil at Tropical Traditions.
Disclosure: I was sent Gold Label Virgin Coconut Oil from Tropical Traditions for the purpose of this review. No other compensation was received. All views expressed are my own opinions.
Did you know that 7 out of 10 women are wearing the wrong size bra? Wearing the wrong size can result in an ill fit for the rest of their outfit, back and shoulder pain, as well as bruising and digging. Are you one of those 7 women? Apply for a Bra Makeover from Playtex!
Playtex recently launched www.PlaytexBraMakeover.com, a site where women can go to apply for a bra makeover, you can even nominate a friend. The winner will be flown to New York to receive a Bra Makeover with style expert Alison Deyette. Deyette is a fashion and trend lifestyle expert who has been featured on Bravo's Millionaire Matchmaker and TLC's Ten Years Younger, as well as in print publications.
Apply for your chance to win a Playtex Bra Makeover at www.PlaytexBraMakeover.com TODAY! While your there check out the great fit tips and find the perfect bra for you.
Contest ends Friday, May 21st, 2010
The 10 winners selected for a Bra Makeover will also star in their very own webisode wherein a makeover candidate will receive a fitting with Deyette and walk away with the perfect Playtex products. A new webisode will premier on www.PlaytexBraMakeover.com every two weeks.
Disclosure: By posting this information, I am entered into a contest to win a free bra from Playtex. I did not receive any compensation for this post and thoughts and opinions expressed are my own.
About: Each Wonder Hanger holds 5 wood, metal or plastic hangers. There are 8 to a package – enough to hang 40 garments – designed to be used together in the same closet to maximize space savings. It is also strong. Supporting up to 20 pounds, it can hold up to 5 heavy winter jackets.
Review: I'm sure have seen the commercials for this great product. I saw one just this morning. I had to try wonder hanger out for myself. I'm embarrassed to show you my closet but the wonder hanger is really great and I want you to see it in action! Even my husband noticed the change in the closet and how much space it had created.
The wonder hangers are easy to put together and use. I really like that you can use any kind of hanger with them. We have a mismatch of hangers and I certainly didn't want to have to purchase new hangers and re-hang everything. It's easy to remove a hanger and your clothes won't wrinkle. With a limited amount of space these hanger come in really handy. The hall closet could sure use a set of these! Are you thinking of all the closets your could use wonder hangers in?
Buy it: Available at major retail chains including Walmart, Target, Bed Bath and Beyond and CVS retails for $9.99 and can also be found online at www.buywonderhanger.com .
Disclosure: I received a set of wonder hangers for the purpose of this review. No other compensation was received. All views expressed are my own opinions.
About: Deborah is the owner/creator of braininsights®. She is an author, speaker, educator and parent. It is Deborah's belief that every child has great potential that can be developed when we have an understanding of how children's brains develop. Deborah has devoted her life to providing programs and materials that create this awareness for parents and educators.
Brain development right in your pocket! With the braininsights series you will easily have fun, loving and interactive experiences with your child even during your busy day! This is the way brain's develop best...and that is what children want all adults to know! ~ www.braininsightsonline.com
Review: I received these two great activity packets from braininsights
Love Your Baby- Making Connection in the first year
Play with me while I'm Three- Making connections with your three year old
The front of each card includes an activity for you and your child to do together. The back of the card provides a little insight into how the activity encourages brain development in your child. Here are a few of the activities I took advantage of and how they made an impact on me as a mother. I can only imagine how they have helped to shape the minds of my little ones.
Physical play: since my daughter has started crawling I am constantly chasing after her. I hadn't really thought about letting her climb over my like a personal jungle gym until I read the braininsights activity packets. This activity helps her to explore crawling and climbing in a safe way. I also feel more connected because she is interacting with me.
Find the color: We recently took the kids to see Sesame Street Live. While we were waiting for the show to start I played this game with my son. I would say a color and he would point out something that was that color. This game encourages him to be aware of his surroundings and distinguish between colors. I am constantly amazed at how well he is at recognizing colors!
Notice all of the good: I think sometimes I don't praise my son enough for the good things he does. This card helped to remind me that he learns from the praise as well as discipline.
The size of these activity packets make them easy to carry around with you. The are very sturdy and held together well. You will want to keep them close to you so you can take advantage of the snippets of free time during your day. They are perfect for diaper bags, in the car or stashing in your purse. I will definitely keep these packets handy over the next few years. If you don't have an infant or 3 year old, don't worry Deborah has an activity packet for you.
Also available are:
Fun while I'm one
More to do while I'm two
Play with me while I'm three
Let's learn more while I'm four
Help me thrive while I'm five
Learning how to spend time with your child and teaching them things that help them grow and learn is an amazing gift. The braininsights activity packets help foster this positive interaction between parents and children. They make great gifts for Moms, Dads, even Grandparents!
Buy It: You can purchase braininsights activity packets online.
Win It: 1 lucky Coupon Clippin' Mommy reader will win the entire Brain Development Series!
Nearly 90% of brain development occurs in the first five years of life. The Brain Development Series was created to help maximize a child's development during this influential time. This unique and beautifully designed set of six activity packets, one for each of the first five years of life, provides age appropriate and fun activities to use through everyday life with a description of how the activities enhance brain development. This set offers all six packets at a discount price. It's like getting one of the packets free!!
Children develop quickly! This set makes it convenient for busy parents to have the child development information on hand for these critical years.
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This giveaway will end on June 4, 2010 at 11:59 PM EST. The winner will be drawn via random.org. The winner will be notified via email and will have 48 hours to respond. Open to US and Canadian residents only. Disclosure: I was sent the braininsights activity packets mentioned for the purpose of this review. No other compensation was received. All view expressed are my own opinions. Thank you to Deborah for providing the giveaway prize.
Mom's Survival Guide
Save Time, Money, and Your Sanity
Product Description: Just because the childbirth, sleepless nights, and potty training days are over, doesn’t mean that the lives of mothers get any easier. Welcome to childhood; a time full of temper tantrums, sibling rivalries, and school. Thanks to the advice, tips, and techniques in Mom's Survival Guide (Hearst Books/ April 2010/ $16.95), all moms will learn how to deal with of the ups and downs of this next phase.
In Mom's Survival Guide moms will find real wisdom from experts, time-tested tips from everyday moms, and helpful stories submitted by REDBOOK readers. This book covers both serious and light hearted topics such as:
The importance of finding “me time” for all moms.
What to do when you catch your child in a lie.
How to deal with “puppy love”.
Tips for taking the perfect family photo.
How to prepare for back-to-school madness.
The best ways to handle a public tantrum.
Tips to get your child to do homework without nagging.
Written in an engaging and humorous mom-to-mom voice, this book will provide mothers with the tools necessary to create the healthiest, safest, and richest childhood for their kids. It will help them build strong, lasting relationships with their children, a crucial step before they enter adolescence. Raising children is not easy! All moms should let Mom's Survival Guide help steer them through the rough patches of childhood and allow them to enjoy raising their children.
Review: As a busy Mom I am always looking for resources to help me be a better Mom. Redbook's Mom's Survival Guide is a great book that provides information on nine great topics. I find that it's always great to seek out advice from friends but I also know that there are times when you think you are the only Mom with a particular problem. Books provide a outlet for scared Mom's who needs a little support and don't want to ask their friends. Some of the information in the book I already knew or seemed to be a no brainier but there was new and very helpful information as well. I was not able to fully take advantage of the information in a few of the chapters as my children are still very little. In time I will find myself reading up on the school information!
I have been hearing a lot lately about taking time for yourself and how important it is to do something everyday for you. Snippets from this book reminded me of the importance of maintaining the hobbies I had before becoming a Mom. This book provides real life tips and input from Mom's just like you and me. Mom's Survival Guide is a book I can see myself going back to time and time again for great advice on everyday situations. It's always reassuring to know that there are other Mom's out there who struggle with the same problems and have the same worries about their children.
Buy it: You can purchase Redbook's Mom's Survival Guideonline or at a book retailer near you.
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About Shannon: Shannon Perry is a singer, songwriter and speaker! She earned her Master’s Degree in Education with an emphasis in counseling and taught in the public school system for over 14 years before entering into full-time ministry. She has previously-released projects with both Daywind and Benson Records which garnered radio airplay on the national Christian charts. She has performed with the Houston Symphony and had the distinct privilege of performing at Carnegie Hall. She has been a featured soloist at the J&J Music Conferences in Houston, Texas, and led praise and worship at numerous women’s conferences and for the national Lifeway conferences held annually in New Mexico and North Carolina.
“If The Shoe Fits” conferences are Shannon's way of sharing her struggles and how God has brought her through. She spent months pursuing her career from a hospital chair, sitting alongside her husband as he underwent cancer treatment. Shannon has lots of new projects in the works so be sure and keep up with Shannon Perry, you won't want to miss out!
Song List
You are Incredible
The Real Thing
Bad Hair Day
Keep on Pressing on
Words Have a Way
Long Way Home
Before the Cross
Make me Aware
Take What's Yours
Make Him Known
Review: Shannon's music has provided me with calmness during some hectic times recently. While each of the songs are original, you could listen to them a few times and find yourself singing along. The music on this CD is very uplifting and inspiring. Christian music fan or not I recommend this CD as one that will create a sense of calm in the midst of chaos. If you are a busy, over-scheduled Mom like me you crave peace and quiet. I hope you will find these songs provide you with a little bit of refreshing when you need it the most.
You can listen to samples of all the songs on this CD over at Shannon's website. You can also keep up with her on facebook, twitter and her blog.
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About: Allergy season is in full swing! Did you know that Lysol can help you control indoor allergens? Using these products can help keep you and your family healthy year-round.
Allergy flare-ups are often attributed to the allergens outside your front door. However, did you know that the same allergens are found on surfaces inside 75 million homes across America? According to the Center for Disease Control (CDC), some of the most common indoor allergens, include dust mites, mold and household pets.
Some easy ways to reduce allergy suffering in the home include:
Reduce Pet Dander - Decrease your exposure to pet dander by keeping your pet out of your bedroom, since this is typically the room in which people spend a majority of their time.
Wrap Things Up - Put fabric covers over common dust mite hideouts such as pillows, mattresses and sofa cushions and wash bedding often.
Clear the Air - Prevent pollen from entering your home by keeping windows and doors closed during peak allergy season. Air filters are also considered useful for helping clear the air of lingering allergens triggers.
Wipe Down Surfaces - Be sure to frequently clean hard surfaces to get rid of allergens in your home. Use LYSOL Disinfecting Wipes to remove 90% of pollen particles and dust mite debris, in addition to killing 99.9% of illness-causing bacteria. Also use LYSOL Disinfectant Spray to kill the source of mold allergens on hard, non-porous surfaces.
Avoid Mold Spores - To help reduce mold: use an air conditioner in humid climates and avoid the use of humidifiers in dry climates. Also, run the bathroom fan or open the window when showering.
Talk to Your Doctor - It is important to talk to your doctor about whether or not allergy testing, medications, and/or other measures are recommended.
Review: Chances are you have heard of and even used Lysol products but did you know they help reduce allergens? I had no idea that by using some of their products I would be reducing allergens in my home. I hate germs, I am one of those people who washes there hands every 5 minutes.
I absolutely love the Lysol disinfecting wipes. The thought of using a sponge to clean grosses me out a little bit. With the wipes that's all you need, no spraying, sponge or towel. As a busy Mom I need something that can get the job done in a short amount of time. Lysol disinfecting wipes are the perfect solution. I have a canister under every sink, even in my car!
When using any of the 7 Lysol disinfectant spray scents you won't mind cleaning. Having young children around the house I don't like when everything smells like bleach or heavy cleaning solutions. I think I use this product just about everyday when I take out the diapers.
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