Know Your Car Seat Ages and Stages I participated in an Influencer Activation on behalf of Influence Central for Chicco. I received a promotional item to thank me for participating. New and veteran parents alike often do not know exactly when and if they can transition their children to the next step in car seats. I've seen far too many toddlers still strapped into infant carriers and far too many littles moved up from forward facing seats to … [Read more...]
Chipotle Copycat Salsa Recipe
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Chipotle Copycat Salsa Recipe With many of us focusing on a healthier version of ourselves for the New Year, we thought it would be good timing to share our Chipotle Copycat Salsa recipe. Paired with our Chipotle Lime Rice recipe, you almost can't tell you are dining at home! INGREDIENTS 3-4 Tomatoes, diced 1/2 Red Onion, diced 1/4 Jalapeno, diced 5-7 stems of Cilantro Juice of 1 Lime 1/4 tsp Kosher Salt The directions are … [Read more...]
Aurorae Yoga Review
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Aurorae Yoga Review Samples were provided for review purposes. All opinions are my own. I am starting the new year on the right foot by spending more time with my family and doing some serious stretching and yoga. It would be nice to feel comfortable in my body again. The Yoga and Stretching really helps! Of course, starting Yoga in the new year requires some awesome new gear! Aurorae has the coolest and most unique stuff that I have … [Read more...]
Ditching Cable | Streaming Entertainment Options for the Whole Family
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Ditching Cable | Streaming Entertainment Options for the Whole Family With rising costs for cable and satellite television, and concerns over the pending Comcast/Time Warner merger, people are looking at ways to get their entertainment fix without having to depend on the big television providers. Fortunately, thanks to the availability of high-speed internet, and the popularity of online streaming, those looking to cut the cord from their … [Read more...]
Dyson Heater Hot + Cool Fan
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Dyson Heater Hot + Cool Fan Sample received. All opinions are my own. Buying a home with an open floor plan was a priority for us. We love the open spaces, how even if you're in the next room you don't feel shut out, and how roomy the rooms feel with high ceilings. What we didn't consider at the time was one huge detail... heat rises. Yep. All of the heat from the bottom floor quickly drifts UP to the top floor leaving everyone on the … [Read more...]
Monday Morning Link Up | Giveaway Linky
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Monday Morning Link Up | Giveaway Linky Welcome to Monday Morning Link Up! This is a great way to spread the word about your giveaways and find a few to enter as well! The rules are simple: 1) Giveaways must be family friendly 2) Check out a few giveaways for yourself! (there is no obligation to enter any) U Konserve Review | Reusable Lunch Sack #GIVEAWAY | ends 1/14 Winter Car Care Tips | $30 Visa #GIVEAWAY | ends … [Read more...]
McCormick Sesame Chicken Stir Fry
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McCormick Sesame Chicken Stir Fry Sample received. All opinions are my own. Coming home late from work, you want something you can grab fast and easy for supper. Tonight we used the McCormick Sesame Chicken Stir-Fry. I cooked up my chicken and added my veggies and then let them all cook together until the chicken was finished cooking all the way through. Then I just added the McCormick Skillet Sauce simmer for a few minutes and you now … [Read more...]
Haba Doorway Puppet Theater
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Haba Doorway Puppet Theater Sample received. All opinions are my own. Haba Toys has some ingenius products on their site. The Doorway Puppet Theater is no exception... it looked like something my children would enjoy. The first time I saw the Doorway Puppet Theater all I could think was, "now someone was thinking when they designed this, pure genius." Taking it out of the box there isn't any kind of assembly required. Just pull it out … [Read more...]
pediped Contest | Name That Shoe!
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pediped Contest | Name That Shoe! Promotional item received. All opinions are my own. pediped® Announces Official Shoe Naming Contest Children’s footwear brand will name a shoe after one of its greatest fans Award-winning children's footwear brand pediped® will name a new style after one of its fans. Parents and caregivers around the world have the opportunity to submit their child’s name for the chance at naming a pediped® shoe after … [Read more...]
aden + anais swaddles and blankets
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aden + anais | swaddles and blankets Samples received. All opinions are my own. Finding a line of baby blankets that are not only aesthetically pleasing (aka adorable) but are also beneficial to baby can be hard. Fortunately I found aden + anais. Overheating is a leading factor for SIDS. aden + anais’ stylish and breathable 100% cotton muslin swaddles ($22.00-$54.95) help safely regulate baby’s body temperature when used for … [Read more...]
