My children make the world's biggest messes! Look at this - I mean, really!? Food messes like crackers are one thing, but liquid messes are serious business, especially given the quantities of chocolate milk my kids drink! At the … [Read more...]
Personal Message from Santa with Portable North Pole
Since 2008, Portable North Pole (PNP) has been lighting up children's faces by allowing them children to view a personal message from Santa! This year, PNP is expected to reach 100 million Santa message views since they begun … [Read more...]
HP Savings Center and Instant Ink Part 2 #HPSavingsCenter
A few weeks ago I blogged about the HP Savings Center and their very cool Instant Ink program. With the ink program, I've been able to make some crafty creations without ever having to worry if I will run out of ink mid-project or if each page is … [Read more...]
Fresh Step Extreme Odor Control Litter: Your Partner in Odor Elimination #FreshStepExtreme
You may or may not recall my “sniff test” post for Fresh Step® Extreme Odor Control Scoopable Litter a few months ago where I gave my neighbors and friends a whiff of three cat litter brands. Hands down, the winner was Fresh Step. I … [Read more...]
HP Savings Center and Instant Ink #HPSavingsCenter
Growing up alongside modern technology, I recall the scent of warm, freshly copied worksheets from a state-of-the-art machine in 1988, the ripping sound of multiple sheets of dot matrix edges, the frustration of PC LOAD LETTER (a collegiate rite of … [Read more...]
CoCo Key Hotel & Water Park is a Family-Friendly Getaway!
My family recently got the opportunity to stay at the CoCo Key Hotel & Water Park in Orlando, on International Drive (which, as you may know, is a very popular and fun area of Orlando to visit and vacation). After dropping … [Read more...]
Family Holiday Movie: Rise of the Guardians
Our family watches a lot of movies. It's the only time Isaac ever gets cuddly, so it's a necessity around here for sure. DreamWorks Rise of the Guardians is a fun family holiday movie that we can all enjoy! It tells … [Read more...]
Review: Mamas & Papas Baby Bud Booster Seat
With twin infants and a toddler, someone always needs a boost at a table. The Mamas & Papas Baby Bud Booster Seat can give a child 6 months to 3 years a safe, comfortable, clean and well-designed eating experience. Both my husband's … [Read more...]
B. Toys: Must Have Toys for your Little One!
We LOVE B. Toys. We absolutely LOVE them. We have a very large collection of them, in fact. The beautiful (non-pastel and non-primary, yay!) colors, the exceptional craftsmanship and materials, and FUN toys are great quality and value at every … [Read more...]
Sleep Well with the VTech Safe & Sound Pan and Tilt Full Color Video Monitor
I've used many video monitors over the years and I have to say: VTech has hit a HOME RUN with this one! It has ALL the functionality I've been missing in other monitors. It grows with you, the parent. Let me explain. When my … [Read more...]
SmartyPants All-in-One Gummy Vitamins for Adults
I am TERRIBLE at taking medicine. Terrible. I've tried to be an adult and take multi-vitamins many times (forget the nasty fishy tasting Omega 3's, I am lucky to get the basics in me) but even with my best intentions, I end up throwing away a huge … [Read more...]
NCircle Entertainment Holiday DVDs : Perfect for Family Movie Night!
Who doesn't love winter/holiday/Christmas-themed episodes of their favorite TV Shows? We certainly do! We are big Yo Gabba Gabba fans in this house - and when DJ Lance walked in wearing snow boots and a … [Read more...]
Family Fave Veggie Casserole – Country Crock Giveaway #CountryCrockCasserole
I love to cook and I especially love to cook for my family - as long as they like it! I recently took part in the Country Crock Casserole Club and was asked to make the following recipe my own. It turned out SO well and was even … [Read more...]
Happy Birthday to the Energizer Bunny! {Giveaway}
The Energizer Bunny is 25 years old - I was SEVEN when he was created! I remember the commercials as a child - he really has been around for most of my life and has entertained us with his energy for 2.5 decades! We use a TON of … [Read more...]
PlayTown My Story Maker App Review
I don’t know about you, fellow parents, but I *try* really hard to play downloaded apps before I let my child play with them. It’s way too easy for developers to add in weird stuff that I may not be ready for him to learn just yet or it may have ads … [Read more...]
VTech InnoTab 3S Wi-Fi Learning Tablet Review and Giveaway
My son is *almost* 3 (insert sad and happy mixed feeling face) and is having a blast with the VTechInnoTab® 3S Wi-Fi Learning App Tablet. The setup process through the Learning Lodge software (done by an adult) activates the … [Read more...]
Joovy Big Caboose Stand On Triple Stroller Review
When the box for the Joovy Big Caboose arrived on our porch, I thought it had to be a mistake – were there two strollers in there? (Well, kind of, yes). This stroller is monstrously huge. It holds three full size kids, so yes, it’s … [Read more...]
Explain Lice to Kids with Children’s Book Bugs in my Head!
Lice, lice, lice. The word alone is enough to make you want to burn your clothes (and all the things) should one lousy louse enter your dwelling. Pinterest boards are crawling (tee-hee) with lice remedies and lice … [Read more...]
Teach Your Toddler to Ride with The Strider Balance Bike
I'll be honest, I’ve never considered a balance bike until I was approached by Sippy Cup Mom to review the Strider with my 2.5 year old son. We watched the compelling Strider video on YouTube and were blown away by the abilities … [Read more...]
Beauty is Size Neutral: Curvation Bras Review + Giveaway #ShapeofBeauty
I have a love-hate relationship with bra shopping. Nothing – and I really mean nothing – feels better or gives you more confidence than a good bra. I love the constant quest to find the balance between price and quality, fit and … [Read more...]
