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It’s EASY to Clean and Be Green!

March 13, 2012 By 1 Comment

I have a 3.5 year old and a 1.5 year old. Anyone with young children can only imagine the type of mess they can make while they eat. Yogurt will cover the table, the chairs, and the floor. Yogurt finds places that seem absolutely impossible only to be discovered when it has been hardened and caked and virtually impossible to remove.

I would use all sorts of chemicals trying to remove these dried food spills and only feel half satisfied as it would take a lot of grunting and elbow grease and nail picking to remove some stains. Then I happened to turn cleaning products around and look at the ingredients. What the heck does all this mean?

Now, these certain chemicals and products (that shall not be named) are used for all purpose counter tops, but they are not chemicals you can ingest safely. Yet — we are putting them on our eating surface? I started to feel very uncomfortable with this and started researching more natural and green house cleaning methods.

I was growing incredibly frustrated with my research as I was not finding anything TOUGH enough to really help me clean the surfaces the way they should. The glass table that we eat at still was not perfectly spotless. I thought many times of just tossing the table to the front yard and letting someone else deal with the mess.

Then I met Claire, who introduced me to this wonderful new product called Norwex. Immediately she sent me the following products:

Blue Enviro Cloth - This multipurpose microfiber Enviro Cloth removes dust, dirt, and grease from all washable surfaces. Available in four colors allowing you to color-code for different purposes or rooms.Use it dry for dusting, or damp for cleaning walls, tiles, bathtubs, counters, metal surfaces, car interiors, etc. Between laundering, simply rinse, wring out and hang to dry.

Window Cloth - The Window Cloth allows you to clean windows, mirrors, jewelry, and shiny surfaces with water alone. Clean dirty surface first with a moist Enviro Cloth, then polish with the Window Cloth for a streak-free shine. On less dirty surfaces, simply spray water on the surface and polish with the dry Window Cloth.

Hand Towel Antibac - The NEW Norwex Antibacterial Hand Towel, a great companion to our wonderful Bath Towel! Dries fast with incredible absorption.

Ultra Power Plus Laundry Detergent - Ultra Power Plus is a highly concentrated, superior stain removing powder that is biodegradable and contains no fillers. It cuts through grease and grime, leaving clothes soft and fluffy. Whites are whiter and colors are brighter. Safe on all types of fabric. Works in all water temperatures. Washes up to 40 loads. When used with the Norwex Magnet Ball, washes up to 70 loads. Comes in a convenient resealable bag.

REVIEW

When I review a product that comes with performance and longevity claims, I like to really take my time and use and abuse the product — just to make sure. After all, I really need to believe in the products that I recommend.

The first product that I tried was the Enviro Cloth. On the surface, these cloths like ordinary microfiber towels but they are so much more. They are actually infused with silver which helps to suffocate bacteria and viruses leaving a clean surface with OUT the chemicals.

(E) Ecoli swabbed on the counter. (F) was the counter after the ecoli was wiped off with a Norwex cloth.

One of Claire’s neighbors did a scientific experiment in which they swiped their counter with ecoli and then did swab tests to measure the amount of ecoli left after varying cleaning methods including wiping with a plain cotton cloth, spraying with 409 and then wiping with clean cotton cloth, and then simply with the Norwex Enviro Cloth. You can check out Claire’s Norwex Facebook Fanpage to see the entire experiment.

I was deeply disgusted that the 409 looked to make the problem worse. Millions rely on products like 409 to sanitize and clean their counters but yet the ecoli was still there in such an incredible amount? Disgusting.

The Norwex cloth, on the other hand, did the best job of cleaning the counter top from the bacteria and with out any chemicals! Cleaning the Norwex cloths are easy too — just pop in the wash on HOT and voila. You don’t even need to “wash” them. Simple HOT water will do! I LOVE that and am amazed that a product can virtually self clean itself.

The first surface I attempted to clean with my Norwex Enviro Cloth was the dining room glass table that Carli likes to decorate with yogurt every single morning. I wet the cloth with warm water and rung out any excess water. I wiped it over the glass counter and was amazed that all this yogurt mess came up with ease (no grunting involved.) It was seriously easy.

Then, because I was cleaning glass, I used the window cloth to dry and polish the tabletop. I was amazed that it took away any streaks or handprints and the table looked the way it should — and all this without chemicals! I immediately wiped my french doors, as they are leading off from the dining room onto the porch and Carli finds her dirty fingers to the door, too! They wiped clean. So simple.

The next product I tried was the body cloth. I was wondering how it would feel against my skin. The moment it was wet, however, it slid over my skin as if I was washing with silk. For such a “soft” rub, I was amazed at how well of a job the body cloth did at exfoliating my skin without any irritation whatsoever — or soap! Now, I have Florida feet. I wear flip flops or sandals year round so my heels can be a little rough. However with just a minute or two of using the body cloth, my feet were feeling soft again.

The laundry detergent that I was sent required very little to effectively clean your clothing. With just a few tablespoons, the load of laundry was soft and fresh with no lingering laundry detergent smell. For those with sensitive skin, it is important that the detergent be washed away completely and we had absolutely no issues with our laundry detergent from Norwex. If you have an High Efficiency (HE) washer, then you may need as little as a TEASPOON. It lasts such a long time because so little is needed to do its job.

Multiple colors for multiple rooms!

PURCHASE

I am amazed at all the different products that are available from Norwex. You can clean your entire household with Norwex products!

  • Microfiber Cloths All your cloth needs can be found here. There are cloths made for windows, a travel pack for on-the-go, dusting, and removing lint.
  • Floor Systems If you are like me, hard floors can be a pain in the but to keep clean. I absolutely loathe mopping and the products used to clean floors from well-known companies involve chemicals that cause cancer! Not Norwex though – their floor system products are simple, easy, and green! NO chemicals needed! (Though, personally — I love using tea tree oil just for the wonderful tea tree smell!) But like I said before, nothing but water is needed!
  • Kitchen Cleaning – The towels look so unbelievably soft and I love the fact that they they come with Norwex’s Antibac technology. I spend a lot of time in the kitchen cleaning (although it doesn’t look it) and every possible kitchen need I have, Norwex has a product made especially for it!
  • Home Essentials — Car wash, laundry, carpet cleaners and more! So many fun products that I can not wait to try.
  • Kids – Norwex even offers a kid sized floor cleaning system. Carli hates the vacuum, but she loves to help clean in any way that she can. A kid sized floor cleaning system form Norwex would be sure to continue encouraging good cleaning habits in children. Also offered are antibac bath towels and a natural bubble bath/bath wash.
  • Personal Care – I have heard FABULOUS things about the silver-infused toothbrushes. I absolutely LOVE the idea that they self-sanitize. (Do you know any other toothbrush on the market that can claim that? I sure don’t!) I am also interested in the crystal deodorant. As our skin pours soak up what we put on our skin, normal deodorant has begun to worry me. All those man-made chemicals soaking into our skin? However the Norwex Crystal Deodorant is made with mineral salts.
  • Bath and Body Care – A scrub for your pets, towels for your hair, and lotions and body washes for your every need.

FORGOT TO MENTION

Every product from Norwex has a 60 day satisfaction guarantee. If the products are not up to your expectations and approval you can simply return the product within 60 days of your purchase date for a refund. (Though I highly doubt you’ll be disappointed!)

I also forgot to mention that the cloths have a TWO year warranty. Norwex products are worth the investment and your household and home will thank you.

 

 

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La Yapa: Organic Quinoa with a Cause

February 14, 2012 By 3 Comments

A Quinoa Company with a Cause

As you know, Kate’s diet is quite limited. Well over her 1 year of age, she was on breast milk and a handful of fruits. We had introduced corn (in the form of Kix cereal) a few months ago but wanted something full of nutrition.

Researching and using the experiences of other FPIES Moms, I decided that our next venture would be with the use of Quinoa.

The Benefits of Quinoa (as taken from La Yapa Organic website):

Quinoa is a power-packed grain that contains an exceptional balance of amino acids, vitamins, and minerals.

Quinoa is the gluten-free “grain” that once fueled the Inca empire. The Incas recognized that Quinoa improved their health and stamina and regarded it as a sacred food. Today, nutritionists consider it one of the best “superfood” in the world.

Quinoa (Chenopodium quinoa) is generally referred to as a grain, but is, in fact, the seed of a plant that is a relative of leafy green vegetables such as beets, chard, and spinach. Like its relatives, quinoa is a good source of dietary fiber. It is rich in essential nutrients, such as magnesium, manganese, iron, tryptophan, copper, riboflavin (vitamin B2), and phosphorous. Quinoa is considered a complete-protein food because it contains all nine essential amino acids. Quinoa is also gluten-free.

Quinoa is not only nutritious, it is delicious. Cooked quinoa is mild and buttery, and slightly crunchy. The most common quinoa seed is golden in color, but there are other varieties in colors such as red, black, pink, orange, and purple. The darker-colored seeds have a more crunchy and earthy texture when cooked, as well as more fiber.

Quinoa’s nutritional components

  • Quinoa’s nutritional components are known to be good for a variety of ailments:
  • Magnesium - Reduction of migraines and heart failure
  • Amino acid lysine –  Essential for tissue growth and repair
  • Riboflavin (vitamin B2) –  Necessary for proper energy production within cells
  • Manganese and Copper –  Provide antioxidant protection
  • Whole Grain Fiber Protective against certain cancers, childhood asthma, and gallstones

To learn more about Quinoa, check out the wikipedia article.

The Food Trial for Kate

Food trails can take days and weeks to get an accurate view on what an FPIES child can tolerate.  As with any new trial, I get extremely anxious. I wanted this pass for her so much. Because Quinoa is such a powerhouse of foods, my little girl needed it in her diet and I needed doctors off my back (hah!)

On day one we give her 1 tsp of the La Yapa Quinoa Puffs (which are extremely teeny tiny!)  She enjoyed picking them up with her fingers and it was definitely a good small motor skill practice, as she doesn’t have the same food experiences that other children have, who have been eating finger foods months before Kate.

Then we waited. 1 hour. 2 hours. We hit the usual 2 hour mark for a reaction, and none. She was happy and content and no odd poop issues (but most importantly — NO FPIES reaction!)

Day 2 she was created with 2 tsp of La Yapa Quinoa Puffs. Success. Every day we added another tsp to her previously tolerated amount. Sometimes FPIES kids can have a build up reaction, in which they may not have a reaction the first or second time, or even the third. But sometimes quite a few ingestions later, their body finally has had enough and says NO MORE! *DANGER!* *DANGER!*

I was worried about a possible build up reaction, but we have now been “trailing” Quinoa for about a month or two, now, and she seems to like them just fine. The puffs are fantastic. They are light and airy and taste great as a stand alone snack or for regular eaters, a cereal, a yogurt topping, etc.

We moved on to Quinoa Flakes, which are a bit different then the Quinoa Puffs.  Quinoa flakes, when cooked this way — is like a creamy oatmeal but very earthy in taste so it helps to add some of your favorite flavorings — honey, or brown sugar. I added salt to mine and it definitely helps.  Kate was not a fan of the flakes because of the earthy taste so we had to get really creative in hiding the flakes. (I used my Baby Brezza baby food maker to blend bananas and a tablespoon of quinoa flakes and it created an incredible thick and creamy baby cereal. But, more about the Baby Brezza coming up in another post!)

I loved the idea that I could hide this super nutritious food in with her other foods and give her amazing nutrition. I mean — just how many 18 month olds do YOU know that eat quinoa? Most young toddlers are eating gerber puffs and mum mums. (Believe me, I remember and have been there once upon a time.)

So now, thanks to La Yapa Organic — we get delicious and nutritious finger foods for our special little eater. :)

Support farming families in Bolivia.

The Company

What I really liked about the company itself is that it is T-I-N-Y. I really feel like if you purchase from La Yapa, you are not only purchasing wholesome organic food for your family, but you are also supporting a family (and many families) in the process and not just some major corporation.

La Yapa only gets their organic quinoa from one source — farming families in Bolvia through fair-trade practices. The families are paid fairly for their work, and La Yapa is helping to support not only the farmers who work, but the families, and that each child receives a well-rounded education in the process.

To learn more about La Yapa’s Cause: [click here]

The customer service was AMAZING. I spoke with Tania, who was very helpful in addressing any possible allergen issues or cross contamination issues that La Yapa may encounter. I felt confidant enough to try their product(s) and Tania had sent me a few samples in the mail just days later. The sandwich bag sized sample of the puffs that we received lasted us a LONG time. In fact, we just ran out yesterday and will need to be ordering more promptly! Kate really likes her teeny morsel snack and I feel very happy giving her this wonderful super food.

Overall

We are thrilled that we could call quinoa a pass, and we are even more thrilled that the company we will choose to get all future quinoa products for in the future, is such a great company. If you want to start your baby right (it’s the perfect FIRST food), then I definitely recommend the puffs. They are so incredibly tiny that you will not (at all) have an ounce of worry of possible choking. (I am SUPER paranoid about that kind of stuff, but the puffs are the PERFECT size for little fingers.)

If you’re an FPIES parent or a parent of a child with allergies, I urge you to check out La Yapa Organic for your quinoa trial needs.

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SCENTSY: Join the Scentsy-Love Bandwagon [*GIVEAWAY*]

October 19, 2011 By

WIN THIS: LIMITED Snow Day Warmer

PLEASE tell me you have heard of Scentsy?

No?

Well, Scentsy is all sorts of awesome and I am kicking myself for not jumping on the bandwagon earlier.

After my best friend, Blair, started talking about the product and all the scents she wanted to get, I started to pay more attention. She threw a party and I decided, I’ll walk the plank into the unknown and try out Scentsy.

Scentsy is a plug-in wickless candle. When you plugin a Scentsy warmer, it uses a low wattage lightbulb to illuminate the warmer, and warm the melting dish. Usually in the melting dish you would have 1-2 cubes from a scent bar of your choice. The deliciously scented soy wax melts fairly quickly and fills the room (about 200sq feet) of an amazing, mouth watering, smile-inducing scent.

Mmm… is your nose begging you, yet?

I ended up purchasing the Graphite Mid-Sized Scentsy Warmer, along with 3 scents to try out:

  • Pumpkin Marshmellow - Sticky, sweet marshmallow spooned onto fresh-baked pumpkin and wrapped in a graham cracker crust.
  • Cinnamon Bear - Crisp, spicy cinnamon, reminiscent of Red Hots candy with a touch of cloves.
  • Perfectly Pomegranate - Dark and juicy pomegranate with a sweet berry finish; this is a classic.

I eagerly awaited my package and when it arrived, I was impressed that my soy wax scents came sheltered with dry ice! I immediately smelled them and they smelt soooo good. I was surprised just how heavenly they smelled– and just as described, if not better!

The first one I tried was the Cinnamon Bear, as I am a huge huge fan of the apple-cinnamon type smell. When Scentsy describes it as resembling Red Hots candy, they weren’t kidding. It smells EXACTLY like Red Hots. A few hours later, I turned off my warmer and tried to pour the wax back into the bar holder, as instructed. That sooo was not happening.

I found that placing the warmer in the freezer for about an hour (until dry and cold) and then taking it out, turning it over, and tapping it — quickly releases the melted wax from the melting dish. I place the scent into a plastic bag for later use and move on.

Pumpkin Marshmallow. Oh YUM. Freaking A, it’s so yummy! I could go ON AND ON about how much I loved my Scentsy Warmer and the 3 bars I had purchased, but you get the idea; I love it but let’s move on with the show.

PURCHASE

Scentsy is not sold in stores. Sure, you can get Scentsy wannabes, but you’d be missing out on the high quality products and scents (as well as costumer service) that you get when purchasing through an Official Scentsy Consultant.

I am hosting my VERY OWN Scentsy party and EVERYONE is invited. It’s online, of course!

CLICK HERE TO ORDER

Make sure you are purchasing under Well-Read Reviews: Allison Vaughn. As your host, it helps me earn more Scentsy products! If you are interested in hosting your own Scentsy Party, feel free to contact the consultant, my friend, Melissa Perez.

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Check out the “Combine and Save” page for custom Scentsy packages. You end up saving quite a bit that way.

REMEMBER

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Now, the part you are probably REALLY waiting for.. (It’s okay to admit it.. You’re here for the giveaway!)

WIN THE SCENTSY GIVEAWAY

Up for grabs is the 2011 Limited Edition Full-Sized Warmer, titled Snow Day (as seen above). Snag it while it’s hot (and the weather is cold!). It retails for $35. Most limited edition Scentsy warmers go for about $60+ on eBay after they are discontinued. SUCH a deal! Plus, this one is FREE. :)

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Runs October 19th 2011 – Nov. 9th 2011
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KidFresh: Guiltless for parents and yummy for kids!

October 18, 2011 By 19 Comments

Yummy Yummy!!

I may have been watching too much Yo Gabba Gabba — but I look at this Kid Fresh Quessadillaand can imagine it saying, “I want to go to the party; the party in your tummy! Yummy, Yummy!”

No, seriously — it’s that good.

The family and I were doing our usual weekly grocery shopping in Publix when I was looking in the frozen food meal section (for myself). The bright green packaging stood out to me. What is this? I had never seen it before! Forrest wanted to keep going but I couldn’t get my eyes off the brightly colored packaging. While it was meant to attract the kids, it sure did a great job of attracting my attention.

I grabbed a box of the cheesy quesadillas. One of the first things I notice is that there is a small graphic on the cover indicating hidden veggies. I immediately flip it over to the back where the ingredients are listed — carrots. Hmmm.

So we leave with some of the quesadillas and the Wagon Wheels Mac and Cheese. I can’t wait to try it out for lunch, the following day. Now, as Carli is pretty impatient (as most 3 year olds), I was quite happy that the time was limited to just 5 minutes.

Before handing it to her, I try a bite. Oh, wow. I try another, before I can hear the inevitable whining from Carli. “Mommy, I want my mac and cheese, please!” So I give it to her, reluctantly. I want it. But, I know it’s for Carli so I resist my own temptation.

It wasn’t like other kid’s macs and cheese. It was real cheese. Honestly, I couldn’t tell there were carrots in it. They did some amazing hiding of the veggies.

If you’re a parent, who wants something to quickly serve their children (who may lean towards being a little picky) then I definitely recommend the KidFresh line. We have only tried the two, here, and they were a huge success! Can’t wait to taste — er — I mean give CARLI the other lunches.

Let’s just say, we are both impressed!

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BOVER BAGS: Move on over for Bover! #PackNPlay

October 13, 2011 By 17 Comments

Bover Bags in a variety of patterns!

If you have had a child, you know how important a pack ‘n play is for travel. It’s your makeshift play area, crib, gate all-in-one. However lugging one around isn’t necessarily the easiest.

My pack ‘n play goes with me almost everywhere. Because we are in the middle of moving I have had to go over to the old apartment more than once to pack and bring things to our new home (all while having my two young ones with me.) When I don’t have my baby gates, or the big toys — or anywhere truly safe for my kids to be while I pack, my pack ‘n play is a necessity. But it sure is a pain taking it places!

Then I discovered the BOVER BAG. It’s so incredibly easy you’ll wonder where it’s been your entire life. ;)

It's so easy!

I picked out the Bover Bag in the Colleen (black and white) damask pattern as damask is simply my favorite! When it arrived, I was suprised how hardy and well made it was. Although it is a little difficult to tell in the pictures, the outer material was a quilted cotton and it was lined with a shiny satin material which feels soft against the skin. For a minute, I was almost jealous of my pack ‘n play.

The Bover Bags are made to withold a little abuse, that’s for sure. My pack ‘n play is HEAVY, but my Bover Bag feels like it was made especially for my pack ‘n play!

The great thing about this bag is that you don’t have to use it just for pack ‘n play purposes. In fact, it has many uses! I even tried putting my photography equipment (my stands) in the pouch and it worked just wonderfully, making carrying them around a breeze! Other uses include:

  • Children’s toys
  • Luggage
  • Laundry
  • Beach gear
  • Sports equipment
  • Extra storage
  • Really big purses

Personally, I think the Bover Bag would make a great gift for a loved one going to college. I am sure they would find a use for it; whether as a laundry bag, or a travel bag when they come home to visit. The patterns and materials used are trendy and up to date, so they are actually really cool to be seen with.

Bover Bags start at only $75. They have multiple uses and make great gifts! I am really happy with my bag and I have no doubt that you will be, too!

I received one or more of the products mentioned above for free using Tomoson.com. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers.

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The Sunshine Dress Pattern REVIEW & GIVEAWAY. (Ends 9/02)

August 22, 2011 By

The Sunshine Dress (Pattern) by Monique Daley

I love to sew. I started sewing when Carli was about 9 months old. I taught myself on my old $100 Brother machine. I started with sewing squares and I moved up to cloth diapers and eventually ventured onto children’s clothing. I can tell you one thing — there is nothing more self satisfying then making something by hand for your children that they love.

Before I started sewing clothes, I was really intimidated by the idea. I still am, to some extent, so I need something that was really easy and quick. I needed it easy so I wouldn’t get discouraged and anything that took a long time to make would prevent me from making more of the same item. The Sunshine Dress, a pattern designed by Monique Daley, embodies all that is great about making your own kid’s clothing. It’s easy, it’s quick, and oh so cute!

From start to finish the dress took maybe an HOUR out of my time to do. Just an hour. I was pleasantly surprised and Carli was very eager to try it on. Here are some things to consider when sewing up your own Sunshine Dress.

The short-sleeved version.

1. Use a VERY stretchy fabric. I used a jersey but it wasn’t stretchy enough and contributed to size discrepancies that I faced.  Carli is a petite one and most size 3Ts are big on her. However I found it to be a bit snug. I think this is due in part to my fabric selection, however. I also used the same fabric around the neckline and it did not fit over her head. The neckline was too small for her so I had to cut it and add a hoop and button in order to accommodate her — uhh — big head. :) I haven’t tried with any other fabric but when in doubt — size up.

2. If you are going to hem the dress, you may want to make some bloomers underneath as it is a bit short,or just use the length of the next size up to add some length to the dress. Or you can use your serger to make a tight edge (rolled hem, I think it’s called) and not hem at all.

I really liked that the Sunshine Dress was so easily customizable. The pattern comes with two options, short-sleeved and long-sleeved but Monique has set it up to make it very easy to modify to your own needs. As I live in Florida, I wanted something really cool for Carli to wear so I simply modified it to be sleeveless.

I really do not know why I was so intimidated to make this dress. It truly was easy and would make for a wonderful project for an advanced beginner.

Purchase

You can purchase your VERY own pattern from Sew Me a Garden for just $9.95 and now you can get a discount by CLICKING HERE, a discount made especially for Well-Read Review readers! So for a limited time, you can get $2 off the Sunshine Dress pattern!

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Review & GIVEAWAY: Melissa & Doug Kid’s Trunki (Ends 8/19)

August 5, 2011 By

Sponsored by GummyLump.com

Description:

Taking a trip with Trixie (Pink Trunki) means the fun begins when packing! Your child will delight in tucking in favorite clothing and toys for a night at grandma’s or a family vacation.

This is the ideal suitcase, full of child-friendly features for traveling or stay-cations!

Educational Value: A great way to foster independence and self esteem in children. Your child will be able to pack his own things and pull his own suitcase along like the big people do!

Review:

Check out Carli’s reaction when she discovers what is in the box sent from GummyLump.com. Please ignore the vacuum in the back. Having a 3 year old means vacuuming constantly. (I’m sure you know how it is..)

I can honestly say (as you can see) that Carli LOVED her Melissa & Doug Trunki. At first she thought it was a car, which was fine as she could ride around on it. The Trunki is quite sturdy, made of a hard plastic. It is made especially for the loving “touch” of a child. ;)

The Trunki comes with many stickers so that your child can personalize it. You can make it look like an animal or simply make a goofy face! Carli especially loved picking out which face stickers to use to personalize her own Trunki. There are also a few dozen travel patch stickers to place all over the suitcase. Even though I wanted to be very specific where the stickers went, I let Carli have at it. She really enjoyed applying all the stickers herself.

The few issues that I did have with the Trunki are small and once figured out it’s not a big deal. I felt that the side locks were a bit difficult to both install and to use, not making it incredibly child friendly. When trying to figure out how to correctly install and use the side locks, I sent them flying a few times. It was my husband who actually figured out how to correctly install them (I had one upside down) and use the side locks.

Also, although this won’t be an issue with an older child, my 3 year old liked taking off the stickers just as much as she enjoyed putting them on. So a warning for the young ones — don’t expect the stickers to be permanent. I actually think it may have lasted longer had I brushed some modge podge over it to seal the sticker to the surface. Again, it’s not a big deal.

My daughter has had her trunki for a while now and she still uses it for sleepovers at her Memaw & Papa’s house. She frequently stays over as they are two of her most favorite people in the world so it’s great that she has a suitcase that she can pack herself and take with her. I also don’t have to worry about her destroying. It was made to withstand my daughter. That is for sure! Overall, I thought it was very cute and Carli just loves it. We will be using our Trunki for years to come!

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With your choice of a Melissa & Doug Trunki & matching Totebag and Saddlebag sponsored by GummyLump.com

To see the color options, please visit the Trunki page on Gummylump.com.

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Laptop Battery Depot Saved My Computer

June 27, 2011 By 7 Comments

Need a new laptop battery?

I am sitting here in bed, recovering from my surgery on Friday. While siting in bed with a laptop doesn’t seem all that special, it is. You see — for almost a year my Dell Inspiron laptop battery decided to quit on me. I am guessing it was a bit tired from overworking on the job. (Can’t say I blame it.) It no longer wished to charge — at all.

Not having a working laptop battery meant that I had to stay plugged into the wall and any time I moved my computer ever so slightly and the plug came lose from my computer, it would completely shut down. That was not an ideal situation when I was in the middle of responding to an email or writing a blog entry. Although I am pretty good about frequently saving my work, it takes a while for my computer to reboot and takes away valuable writing time. Even so, what good is a laptop if you can’t carry it with you?

When many people are faced with computer issues such as mine, they are told that to fix this issue they are going to have to completely replace their laptop batteries. If you’re like me, you’ve looked into it and seen how pricy that can be. Many don’t want to spend so much replacing a battery when they can just get a whole new computer. However, as I was researching laptop battery replacements I discovered Laptop Battery Depot. Surprisingly, their prices were absolutely affordable. The nagging feeling of possibly retiring my laptop began to dissipate as I started looking into Laptop Battery Depot.

My experience with Laptop Battery Depot was truly an amazing one. Not only was it easy to figure out what model battery I needed to fix my computer via the website but their customer service was phenomenal. Together we confirmed exactly the Dell laptop battery I needed for my older computer (just to make sure). My order was placed Friday afternoon and it arrived with the mail on Monday. I couldn’t believe how quickly my battery (and new charger) arrived.

Even though my computer is older (built in 2006), it almost feels brand new in regards to not feeling like a prisoner to the wall. Besides finding a laptop battery from a company that had great customer service and quick shipment, I also felt the batteries were incredibly affordable! The cost for my replacement battery was just $89.95, as opposed to over $100 in places around the web, including eBay! I even got a replacement charger for just $29.95. By far the best prices I’ve seen on the web!

So, if you are like me and feel that you’re a prisoner to your wall — check out Laptop Battery Depot. They have many other brands available including:

  • Acer
  • Mac
  • Asus
  • Compaq
  • Dell
  • Gateway
  • HP
  • IBM
  • Sony
  • Toshiba

You’ll find a great deal and you’ll be relieved of having to spend the extra money elsewhere — whether on an expensive new computer or an overpriced battery. If you want to find the best deal possible, then I definitely recommend Laptop Battery Depot. They saved my computer and I am sure they will save yours, too.

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Dishwasher and Laundry Safe Labels for Kids and Baby

June 19, 2011 By 3 Comments

Custom Labels

About Applied Labels

(Taken from their website)

Applied Labels™ are custom-printed, durable, dishwasher-safe labels. Apply them to a dry and clean surface. Handle the label by the edges to avoid contaminating the adhesive. Place the label and press very firmly, especially on the corners. Wait 24 hours before washing as bond strength builds with time.

Applied Labels™ are great for coats, sweaters and uniforms with tags. They are not for use on underwear, socks or tagless T-shirts.

What I thought

I received custom labels for Carli a few months ago and I really wanted to give them a good run before giving my review. After all, they are supposed to be dishwasher and laundry safe! I had to make sure they were before I recommended a product.

The ordering process was incredibly easy. I was able to pick out her picture (I chose the ladybugs) and the font used. I was very impressed at the speed of order turn around and received my labels in under a week! The customer service answered all my questions and were incredibly professional and kind.

The best thing about these lables is that you can put the labels on almost anything!

  • Sippy Cups (or Baby Bottles)
  • Shoes
  • School Supplies
  • Electron Gadgets/ Toys
  • Clothes
  • .. and more!

I received a few sheets of the classic applied labels, which have a shiny waterproof finish and are easy to apply. Immediately I put a label on Carli’s Dora the Explorer sippy cup and awaited the first wash. Would it make it through the wash?

It sure did — and many washes thereafter without a single curl or sign of the stickiness diminishing. In my opinion the product itself is affordable and useful especially if your child needs to bring items to school or daycare and you want to ensure that the labels remain affixed. High quality labels, you won’t be disappointed!

I received one or more of the products mentioned above for free using Tomoson.com created by WebBizIdeas.com. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commissions 16 CFR, Part 255 Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising. Tomoson Product review & giveaway Disclosure.

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All the Better to Find You, My Dear.

April 19, 2011 By Leave a Comment

I was very lucky to be able to review these gorgeous kid’s labels. To really gain insight on the quality of the stickers, I figured I would use them for a few months and see how they held up with my toddler. Are they REALLY child-friendly? I mean, you know how kids manage to pull and tug on anything, right?

I ordered some labels from Oliver’s Labels in the Rococo design (as seen to the left). I ordered them with Carli’s full name (my 2.5 year old) and opted for the awesome “Found-it” capability. When you choose to use their Found-It system then you are assigned your own personal number. The label has the ID number on it, with the Oliver’s Label web address. If someone were to find your item, they can go to the website and report that they have found your item.

No worries, though. I worried that it gave away personal information, but it doesn’t. It allows the person who found the lost item to simply report to Oliver’s Labels that they found something and the company will notify the person who has lost said item. It also has your child’s name on the label so they know exactly who it belongs to.

I put adorable little feet labels in Carli’s squeaky shoes. When she takes her shoes off in a public place to play, they won’t get mixed up with other children’s shoes. Her name is right there and every one knows who the shoes belong to. We also live in Florida where sweaty kid feet is common. Carli often doesn’t wear socks (much to everyone else’s request) so her feet can get a bit sweaty and stinky. Even so, the labels have remained secure in the inside of her shoes with no sign of losing it’s stick. Carli has also made no attempt at removing the stickers either.

I love the variety of different label designs available at Oliver’s Labels.. There is everything for every taste. There are even labels available for food allergies; allergies for seafood,  soy, nuts, dairy, and gluten! Oliver’s Labels even has free shipping for orders over $30. If you purchase a package, then you’re on your way to free shipping. I can’t say enough positive things about my experience with both this company, and its product. I definitely recommend labels from Oliver’s Labels for your little one. They are adorable and high quality and you can’t beat their “Found-It” service!

I received one or more of the products mentioned above for free using Tomoson.com. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commissions 16 CFR, Part 255 Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising. Tomoson Product review & giveaway Disclosure.

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Cute, Cuddly, and Comfy — Personalized Blankies.

April 6, 2011 By 5 Comments

The same blanket that I received for Kate, except for my own text customization.

A few weeks ago I was contacted about trying out this customizable product, a soft and cuddly blanket for our little ones. I was able to go through the entire customizable process and pick out the perfect blanket for my youngest, Katelyn. Honestly? It was all very easy.

I wanted something soft, yet not anything that would be too warm for Florida Weather. I wanted something really girly and I wanted it to say something really sweet. So I ended up picking out “Natalie’s on Cloud Nine” which is $109 value. Natalie’s On Cloud Nine is made a soft minky/velour on both sides. It really is buttery soft to the touch. The blanket is outlined in a smooth ivory satin with customizable text of your choice (in the color of your choice). You can even choose embroidery text that is glow in the dark, or with additional symbols. Although I did not choose glow in the dark, I did get extra symbols around my text of a heart.

The text I chose was from one of my favorite childhood books, growing up. I imagine every parent knows the book, “Love You Forever” by Robert Munsch. I felt the famous quote from the book was fitting for such a personalization and it tells but of just a fraction of how much I love my daughter, Kate. I hope one day she will appreciate such a sentiment, and I have Fill in the Blankie to thank for that.

Side 1: Katelyn Rain (Born 07/13/2010)
Side 2: I’ll love you forever.
Side 3: I’ll like you for always.
Side 4: As long as I’m living, my baby you’ll be.

I ordered my blanket and had it on my doorstep in less than a week. I imagine it was about 4 days. It was very quick and I had imagined it would take longer, as most customizable products do! So I was actually very impressed that it arrived in such a short time.

Being the seamstress that I am, I tend to be extra picky of sewn children’s products. However my Fill in the Blankie was expertly sewn. The embroidery was done beautifully. I have seen really bad embroidery where the threads were coming loose, however my Fill in the Blankie was made to perfection! The embroidery threads were neat and secure. I have no doubt this blanket will last for a long time.

Since receiving my personalized blanket a few weeks ago, Kate sleeps with it every night. She loves the soft touch of the blanket. There is something soothing about it; the soft texture of the blanket itself and the cool satiny finish around it.

Fill in the Blankie has quite a few options to choose from. The blankets start at just $39 with a lovely heirloom looking blanket that reminds me of warm evenings near a fire. It would be such a wonderful gift at a baby shower that a parent would be sure to use. For warmer climates, they have really trendy looking sheet-blankets made from high quality cotton. If you know of a child who always needs to have a blankie near by, I would definitely recommend looking into ordering a customizable blanket from Fill in the Blankie. They are sure to impress even the pickiest of blankie lovers.

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No loose covers but the baby stays covered!

March 13, 2011 By 1 Comment

 

I received a fleece Halo Sleep Sack, size small, a few months ago. It was right on time as we needed something warmer for a few chilly Florida nights. I emphasize on a few chilly nights as we have very few in comparison to the rest of the world.

The Halo sleep sack has the benefit of being a wearable blanket that zips up (or rather down) covering the baby’s legs completely. The small comes with a removable swaddle for the baby that needs to be swaddled. My daughter Katelyn is one of those babies. Even at 8 months she needs to be swaddled when she sleeps.

I loved the way the fleece Halo Sleepsack fit. The velcro was strong and secure. Wearing it, Katelyn was a toasty little baby. I liked the sleep sack so much that I went and purchased a small interlock knit Halo sleep sack. The fleece was too warm on normal nights and it worried me, so we also needed something light and breathable as the knit.

For some reason I think the fleece version is more secure. Kate has yet to free herself from that swaddle. However on the knit, it feels a little smaller and I have a hard time adjusting her so she doesn’t break her arms free and wake herself up from her slumber. I definitely like the fleece one better, however we aren’t able to use it as much due to Florida warmth.

Katelyn is about 14 lbs and well within the weight limit for the size small (which goes up to 18lbs) yet the width of the swaddle runs a bit on the small side. Ideally I would like to take the first flap and tuck it completely over then under her before securing the Velcro top flap. I think this is the issue that contributes to her breaking free in the knit version.

Overall I am quite happy with the Halo sleep sack. It will be quite helpful in transitioning her to unswaddled sleep and keep her from kicking off her blankets, keeping them safe and secure upon her.

I recommend the fleece version for cold climates to keep the babies warm. However the knit may work for Florida beach babies or summer time infants. Though babies who are incredibly strong may find the hold on the knit version to be insufficient to swaddle with.

Allison
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REVIEW: The ULTIMATE Swaddler by Peawee Baby

November 20, 2010 By 11 Comments

About Peawee Baby:

Taken from their website:

Hi!  My name is Tamara and I’m the owner of Pea Wee Baby™ LLC.  I’m also the creator of the SwaddleBuddy™ series of swaddles and swaddle accessories.

I’m married to the best guy in the world and am a part-time WOHM to 2 girls aged 12 years apart, a brand new baby boy, along with 2 Great Danes and a cat.  I’m an accountant by trade, but since my youngest daughter was born, dreaming up swaddle designs has been my passion.

Pea Wee Baby™ LLC was born out of necessity.  My newborn daughter was a swaddle houdini, and I was desperate for a decent stretch of sleep.  Once I found something that worked for us, I had to put it out there for other mamas with their own swaddle houdinis!

My oldest daughter noticed that our baby girl’s initials (PWE) sounded out was Pee Wee.  Combining that with the image of a baby swaddled in a pea pod and Pea Wee Baby was born!

I’m extremely excited about our products!  If you have any questions, please contact me at tamara@peaweebaby.com and I’ll be happy to help!

Tamara, the owner of Peawee Baby graciously sent me one of her SwaddleBuddy Suits when she knew I was in need of a good swaddler. The SwaddleBuddy Suit is different than your ordinary Swaddler. This information below is taken from her website:

The SwaddleBuddy™ Suit is guaranteed to keep your houdini baby swaddled!  The arm restraint keeps the arms comfortably at the sides while the exterior wrap provides the comfort of being swaddled.  Unlike other swaddles that wrap the arms, the SwaddleBuddy™ Suit uses hook and loop to prevent the arms from becoming unwrapped by an especially wiggly swaddle houdini.  The Suit option keeps the upper portion of the swaddle in place and is perfect for use in swings and bouncy seats.  The hook and loop opening allows for super easy access for diaper changes without having to unswaddle.

This adorable swaddle is made of your choice of 100% cotton interlock.

Size Small will fit most babies up to approximately 15 lbs.

Size Large will fit most babies from approximately 15 lbs until they no longer require swaddling.

I was extremely, extremely excited to be able to try out the PeaWee SwaddleBuddy Suit. I was laying in bed talking to my husband about how Katelyn was frequently awaking herself by busting out of her current name-brand swaddler. Then because Katelyn loves to be swaddled as she rocks, it makes for a less secure swinging experience when I can’t properly place the buckle around her waist and between her legs.

“I think it would be really awesome if a swaddler had the option of allowing the legs to go free.” I even debating (being able to sew myself) coming up with my own if there wasn’t one on the market. Miraculously, I somehow stumbled upon Tamera’s creation, the Peawee SwaddleBuddy Suit. I was all sorts of excited!

When the suit arrived, I instantly put it on Katelyn. She smiled the widest smile and so I placed her in her swing. I loved that I was able to secure her in the swing now that the legs were free! Being a little chilly, I put a warm blanket over her legs and Katelyn smiled and cooed and stared at herself in the swing’s mirror hanging above.

Within 15 minutes, she was fast asleep where she remained asleep for a good 4 hours or so. She slept absolutely brilliantly. Since the arrival of my swaddler at the beginning of the week, I have been using it for naps and for sleeping at night and I absolutely, undeniably love it. Katelyn looks very happy and content being swaddled in the SwaddleBuddy Suit and it feels secure but not overly tight. This swaddler is amazing and I am telling all my friend’s about it who have newborns!

So if you are a mother of a newborn, or know someone who is having a baby — get a PeaWee SwaddleBuddy product. You will absolutely love it as much as I do!

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REVIEW: Karmin G3 Salon Pro Hair Styling Iron

October 23, 2010 By 7 Comments

Karmin G3 Salon Pro Hair Styling Iron

I was in need of a new flat iron. I had somehow lost my CHI in the move and my hair is not the kind of hair that you can just let airdry. You know, it’s the kind of hair that wishes to be curly (and sometimes it is) but in the hot Florida heat, it ends up becoming a frizzy mess. It’s mostly why I need a flat iron.

Good flat irons will make your hair manageable and soft, smooth, and silky. They should tame even the wildest of hair (especially those itty bitty fly aways that frame your face). I was partial to my CHI, but I really wanted to try something else.

I had the opportunity to test and review a tourmaline straightener called the Karmin G3 Salon Pro Hair Styling Iron. Even the box it comes in is just pretty. The iron itself is tiny in comparison of others I have had in the past. It’s lightweight and very modern.

The on off switch (as well as temperature gauge) is on the inside. If you look at the picture on the left, you can see a little plastic shield where the temperature gauge is. I’ve never seen a flat iron that will allow you to set it to a specific temperature. The ones I’ve had in the past just say, “Low – Med – High”. So this was truly pretty cool.

The first thing I did was took the iron to my bangs. Because of its size I was able to get really close to my roots, which means no wavy roots when you’re straightening your hair (which can be a problem if you have very tight curls!) Within seconds, my bangs were perfectly  straight! I did not even have to go over them a second time. I literally went from top to bottom in a matter of 5-10 seconds and it was done. My bangs were complete.

I have very thick hair. It’s usually the first thing stylists comment on. Even though my hair is medium-long, it can take a long time to brush, dry, or straighten. So it’s optimal that I can use equipment that will help speed that process!

Over all I was really happy with this product and even if I shall eventually find my CHI, I am retiring it for this Karmin Straightener. It’s light, compact, and works like a charm! If you are wanting one, they retail for about $129 at HairProductsPro.com BUT, come back in the month of November and in partnership with HairProductsPro.com, we will be giving away a free Karmin G3 Salon Pro Hair Styling  Iron as part of my Holiday Gift Guide 2010!

The Karmin G3 Flat Iron will make a FABULOUS gift — so keep checking back for this very generous giveaway!

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It’s no wonder why we love Little Wonder! @lwc_lesliesell

October 10, 2010 By 6 Comments

My 2 year old Carli loves to read. I mean absolutely loves it (it’s obvious who she gets that from, hehe). I was given the chance to review a book from Little Wonder Company, Inc. who does personalized children’s books.

In my lifetime, I have never had my own personalized book although they have been available since I was a child. I always thought the idea of having yourself made into a literary character and becoming one with the book was really neat. I was very excited to be able to make that a reality for my daughter and give her something that she can appreciate for years to come.

Ordering a book from Little Wonder Company ,Inc. is really easy (and really fun!). You register and create an account (like any other website) and then you get to create your characters. You can create a boy or girl. You can decide their skin color, face shape, hair (both color and hair styles) as well as eye color (I believe eye shape) and a few other details like freckles, etc.

Carli as Little Girl Wonder

Originally I chose medium skin because Carli’s Italian heritage has given her a very olive complexion in which people are always asking if she’s “been out in the sun”. She’s quite tan!  Leslie, the author, very quickly emailed me to let me know that the medium/tan skin tone was actually a bit darker than it looks on the website and I may want to actually switch to the fair. We discussed her possibly adding an olive variation in there as a few clients of hers have children with the same skin tone. Not quite fair but not quite dark. I do hope that is something that she’ll add in the future, as well as more variations with eye coloring.

But anyway — it was close enough. In the book we are able to

choose if we want to make a dedication. I wrote the first thing that came to me, telling my toddler that she’s the “best adventure we’ve ever taken” (and it’s true.) I couldn’t imagine a bigger adventure than creating and raising a child into a respectable and compassionate human being.

After we ordered, we had our customized children’s book in about a week. (It may have been less but I was in the middle of moving and hadn’t checked my mail until we got settled). For something that requires customization, the shipment time was phenomenal.

After I opened it out of the packaging, Carli instantly went, “Ooh book!” and so I handed it to her in the car and she “read” it all the way home. She gave me the stink eye if I tried to take it form her, even to help her read it. She wanted none of my help. She wanted Little Girl Wonder to herself! I could understand that. If I had a book of me as the heroine , I wouldn’t want to give that up to just anybody either.

When we got home, she carried it around with her as if it was her pride and joy, a recording of her life’s accomplishments. I was very happy that I was able to “give” her this book and I think Little Wonder Company for allowing me the opportunity to try out their personalized book product.

If you are interested in purchasing your own book, feel free to visit their website at http://www.littlewondercompany.com and/or follow the author on twitter (@lwc_lesliesell).

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We’re Crazy About @Zutano! #Baby #Kids

October 9, 2010 By 5 Comments

Katelyn in Zutano Organic Dress 0-3

I am crazy about kids clothes. C-R-A-Z-Y! I guess you could call me a clothing snob. (Go ahead and say it and I won’t argue!) I like my kids looking good, you know? I love the compliments and – heck – Carli loves them too! (What little girl doesn’t?) So I was honored to be able to try a new clothing line called Zutano. It appealed to me in the sense that it this line was made organically. As Katelyn already has sensitive skin, I couldn’t pass up the chance to try out them out.

I received a dress and matching pants from the new Organic line (not yet available on their site). It arrived just in time for Florida’s two days of “Fall” weather in the mid to late 60s. With a cool breeze, this long sleeved dress was the perfect ensemble for these light pre-winter days.

Katelyn LOVES Zutano, too!

The outfit was (as you can see) just absolutely adorable. It is a light color with pink, orange, tan, and yellow flowers on it. It’s a perfect outfit for this season! Katelyn got so many compliments on it. Everyone just had to touch it. The fabric is incredibly inviting in that way where it is just as soft as it looks. People feel the need to run their fingers over it and “ooh” at its soft texture.

I definitely recommend checking out their website, and checking out their Itzy Bitzy line. If you know anyone that is due with a new baby soon, their outfits are a perfect gift. I would have loved to receive some Zutano clothing at my baby shower! They have equally adorable outfits for boys or girls!

Zutano will be one of my picks for my 2010 Holiday Gift Guide. There is no doubt that they make amazing gifts and whoever receives it will truly appreciate all the cute and natural options available. The fabrics are absolutely amazing. The colors and patterns they choose are modern and fun, yet cute and sweet. Whether you need a sleeper sack (Oh my god, I need this!!!!!) or a onesie, Zutano has it all!

They also have gifts perfect for your older baby toddler. They have adorable dresses such as this gator short sleeved dress (perfect for my little Floridian tot!) and the gator blanket would be a perfect matching accessory for her. Carli would carry this soft blanket with her everywhere, I know it!

I really cannot rave enough about the quality of Zutano. They really have it going on. Great customer service, adorable well made clothing, and many options to choose from. Definitely check them out for this holiday season! Gift cards make FABULOUS gifts!

If you want to keep up to date with their new line and see all the delicious fabrics they have created, then please friend them on facebook and follow Zutano on Twitter.

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