***Disclosure: I received complimentary samples to facilitate my review. No other compensation has been provided. As always, all opinions are 100% honest and have not been influenced in any way.*** After co-sleeping for what my husband would claim was an insane amount of time, it's the end of an era. The kids are finally sleeping in their own beds. (Well, for the most part. Some mornings I wake up to find a child has snuck into my bed.) How do I feel about this long overdue transition? Well, I'd be lying if I said I wasn't a little bit sad. I love my "baby snuggles". Of course I can't deny the fact that Sophie and Xander are no longer babies. They are 4 and 5 years old. Unfortunately, this means it's time to sleep in their "big kid beds".....All alone. Without Mommy. (Yes, I am holding back some sobbing here.)
Anyway, we recently reorganized the kids rooms and purged them of any outgrown or out of season clothing. We also donated a ton of toys. We wanted to get the rooms ready to actually be lived in, so minimizing the clutter was our top priority. Another thing we did to help welcome our littles to their new rooms was adding new bedding that's not only stylish and soft, but kid-friendly, too! The folks at BSensible offer a great line of bed linens for cribs as well as Twin or Full sized beds. These sheets and pillowcases are made from a unique, moisture resistant material that is not only breathable, it is also super soft. That's right. Long gone are the days of squeaky, crinkly, uncomfortable plastic mattress protectors. (Who wants to sleep on plastic, anyway?!)
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As skin ages, it loses elasticity and begins to wrinkle. In order to combat the wrinkles that make us look old, Cheryl Lee MD has developed an entire line called the TrueLipids Rejuvenation Package. This amazing set of anti-aging technology provide deep moisture that helps diminish fine lines and wrinkles and leaves you with younger looking skin!
Dr. Lee's Rejuvenation Package includes: TrueLipids TrueTherapy Ceramide and Cream: I applied this moisturizer after my shower in the morning and my skin loves it! The cream is very thick and provides moisture for chronically dry, aged and eczema-prone skin. It's LipidRelease Technology gives your skin long-lasting, controlled moisture over time, so your skin will feel nice and dewy all day. Here's a good example of my heel before and after using TrueTherapy Ceramide and Cream (yes, these are my actual unretouched photos):
My kiddos aren't "babies" anymore. How and when that happened, I am not sure. When they were smaller, I always tried to find age appropriate ways to help them learn. Whether it's learning their ABC's and 123's, encouraging a love for reading or music, or even just teaching them to love learning in general, a baby's first years are the ideal time to start fostering a thirst for knowledge.
I wish that the Baby's Brilliant App was available when Sophie and Xander were in the infant and toddler stages. This fun app was lovingly created to help parents teach their babies everything from the alphabet to music, and even introduce them to other languages! Here are some screenshots from this fun new app!
The app is free to download, and comes with a fair amount of free materials to get started with. If you decide you LOVE what Baby's Brilliant offers,(and I think you will) additional educational content is available through in app purchases.
Here are just a few benefits of the Baby's Brilliant app:
· Hearing impaired are now included in the app
· Animations are more colorful and appealing to the baby's eyes · There are interactive videos to ask baby to click on animals to listen to their sounds · Foreign languages are easier for baby to understand · Night lights are better and more soothing for baby The Baby's Brilliant app is currently available in the Apple app store, so be sure to check it out! ***Disclosure: I received complimentary samples to facilitate my review. No other compensation was provided and all opinions are 100% honest and have not been influenced in any way.*** My husband will be the first to tell you, I am really particular when it comes to my pillows. In fact, I tend to make a "nest" around myself every single night. I am a side-sleeper, and I have to have a pillow under my head, in between my knees, and I need to be hugging one, too. My pillows have to be just right or I won't be able to get a good night's rest.
When I was pregnant? Well, perfect pillow placement was even more crucial. If you've been pregnant before, I am sure you can relate to the discomforts associated with creating humans. Boppy, one of my absolute favorite infant brands, offers the perfect solution for expecting mamas who struggle to find that "Sweet Spot" every night when they hit the sack. The Boppy Custom Fit Total Body Pillow takes comfort to a whole new incredible level, during pregnancy and beyond! Welcome to the NextBook Flexx 11 Giveaway!Hosted by: Everything Mommyhood Co-Hosted by: Life in a House of Testosterone Sponsored by: NextBook USA The NextBook Flexx 11 is a powerful system that's available at Walmart for under $250. Make sure you check out the fully detailed review over on Everything Mommyhood - NextBook Flexx 11 Review. Some of the great features of the NextBook Flexx 11:
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Summer in the Cleveland, Ohio suburbs is absolutely PERFECT, in my humble opinion. The weather is generally nice and warm without being too unbearably hot, and tons of families choose to spend as much time outdoors as possible. Hey, can you really blame us? We also have to endure winters with temps that have been dipping down into the -40° range! So when summer arrives, it's definitely something to celebrate!
One of the ways my family loves to take advantage of gorgeous summer days is by firing up the grill for a good, old-fashioned BBQ. After all, what's better than ice cold drinks paired with burgers, dogs, steaks, or even grilled chicken or veggies? Add to that family, friends, and some killer tunes, and you have the perfect recipe for summer fun. ***Disclosure: As a Peppa Pig Parent, I receive information and products to facilitate my posts. All opinions are 100% honest and have not been influenced in any way.*** Summer is here! Well, sort of. Here in the Cleveland, Ohio area, this summer has been very rainy and full of tons of severe weather, including tornadic activity. So unfortunately, most of our time has been spent indoors staying dry. The kids have not been too happy about it, either. I honestly can't say I blame them, though!
Finally, the rain stopped and the sun came out. Sophie and Xander were absolutely thrilled that they could head outside and get some fresh air and sunshine. Of course, they took some of their favorite Peppa Pig toys out to play with, too. (They just LOVE this adorable little swine!) After all, everything is more fun with your favorite friends, right? ***Disclosure: I received complimentary samples to facilitate my review. No other compensation has been provided, and all opinions are 100% honest and have not been influenced in any way.*** As many of you know, I live in a zoo. Well, not literally....But we are pet lovers, and have several cats and even a couple of itty-bitty little ankle biter dogs. We love our fur-babies, and they are a very important part of our family. We do our best to always make sure they are happy and healthy. If we can do so without breaking the bank? Even better.
So when I learned about the wide variety of pet products from Hartz, I was excited to check them out. I had already heard amazing things about their cat toys and Delectables Lickable Treats, and I also have friends and family that swear by Hartz products for flea and tick treatment. ***Disclosure: This recipe is sponsored by DataRank and Hidden Valley. As always, all opinions are 100% honest and have not been influenced in any way.*** I know I literally JUST shared an amazing recipe using Hidden Valley Flavored Ranch Dressings, but I have another that I simply have to share. It's too good not to. I have been having a blast incorporating these flavored Ranch dressings into every meal. They add a nice, flavorful punch, making even the most ordinary of dishes absolutely extraordinary.
You see, Ranch dressing is good for SO much more than a traditional salad. It can be used in main dishes, or even in delectable summer sides, like this Fiesta Salsa Pasta Salad. This is simple, easy, and a great way to sneak veggies into your diet. Even the pickiest of eaters won't be able to resist this bright, flavorful side dish. |
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