 ***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.*** Last week, I introduced you all to the adorable children's luggage from okiedog. Sophie absolutely LOVES her Wildpack Suitcase, and she's gotten loads and loads of compliments on it! It's really adorable, and perfect for kids on the go!
In addition to the oh-so-precious children's luggage and gear, okiedog also offers some absolutely gorgeous diaper bags. Hey, the kiddos can't have all the fun, right? Mom deserves to carry her must-haves in style, too! The awesome folks at okiedog sent me their stunning Sakawa-Sphinx Messenger Diaper Bag to check out for myself. Yes, my youngest kids may be 4 and 5 years old, but I still rock a diaper bag. Where else would I stash all of our snacks, extra clothing, and a first aid kit? Diaper bags come in incredibly handy, even past infancy. Especially when your diaper bag is trendy and fashionable!
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 ***Disclosure: I received complimentary samples to facilitate my review. As always, all opinions are 100% honest and have not been influenced in any way.*** My family is always on the go. Now that school is in session, we're busier than ever! Kyle, my 15 year old, goes to our local high school. Sophie, my 5 year old, is being home-schooled this year. Since most of her learning is done at home, we try and get her out of the house and exploring the world as much as possible. After all, hands on learning is a favorite among children. When kids are having fun, they get excited about learning. It's a win-win situation.
One way we're incorporating learning into our everyday lives is through a membership to the Akron Zoo, here in NE Ohio. This is a smaller, local zoo, and they offer a lot of fun activities for kids of all ages. They even have special events specifically for children who are home-schooled. Pretty awesome, right? Since the Akron Zoo is just a few minutes away from our house, we try and visit regularly. We headed back to our favorite zoo a few days ago, but this time it was extra special for the kids. They were able to capture their memories using their VTech Kidizoom Action Cam! This is a lot like the much loved GoPro, but designed specifically for children between the ages of about 4-9. 
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Becoming a new parent can definitely be overwhelming, especially if it's your first baby. There's so much to think about....Feeding options, baby names, finding the perfect crib and nursery decor....And of course, every new parent needs a reliable baby monitor. Trust me here. You WILL actually use one, and often! There are tons and tons of baby monitors on the market today. Today, I'd like to introduce you to one that's very unique: The Belly Armor by RadiaShield SmartNova Digital Baby Monitor. What sets this monitor apart from the rest? Well, it offers crisp, clear, 2-way communication, temperature readings, and more.....But with 97% LESS radiation emission than other baby monitors.  ***Disclosure: I participated in an Influencer Activation on behalf of Influence Central for Rubbermaid. I received product samples to facilitate my review as well as a promotional item to thank me for my participation.*** School is finally here, everyone! For some parents, this means sending kids off to school, perhaps for the very first time. (I feel your pain!) For others, this may mean taking part a homeschool program.
In my home, we do both. My teenager goes to our local High School, but my daughter just started Kindergarten, and is enrolled in the K12 Homeschool program. We decided to try homeschooling for Sophie because she is way beyond typical Kindergarten skills, and we wanted a more individualized education for her so she remains challenged. A couple of weeks ago when we attended the initial Kindergarten assessments, it was decided that Sophie will skip much of her Kindergarten curriculum. So I guess for all intents and purposes, she is a First Grader already! Well, sort of. Since we are homeschooling, getting out and about is super-important. We want to make sure Sophie not only gets loads of hands-on learning experiences, but socialization with other kids, too. This means trips to our local museums, state and local parks, and of course, the Akron Zoo! We took our first official field trip to the Akron Zoo yesterday. We have a membership, so this will likely become a regular outing for our family. In addition to some books about animals, we also packed a healthy lunch using our new Rubbermaid LunchBlox Kids' Lunch Kit! 
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 ***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.*** Do your kids like to travel? Summer vacation may be over and done, but the Holiday season is creeping upon us. Soon, there will be Christmas and Thanksgiving decor lining the shelves of every store, and it will be time to break out all of our warmest winter apparel.
For many families, the Holiday season includes plenty of traveling. Whether it's visiting out of state friends or family, or just a weekend trip to Grandma's, loads of kiddos will be hitting the road in the coming months. If your family will be enjoying some travel, why not get your kids their very own luggage that reflects their own personal style? The folks at okiedog offer just that with their selection of fun Wildpacks luggage. They offer backpacks, shoulder bags and purses, rolling luggage, and even suitcases. Traveling abroad? Pick up a matching Passport Holder to complete the look! okiedog's luggage is durable, lightweight, and PVC-, Phthalate- AZO- and BPA-free.  Konfidence is Europe’s leading designer and manufacturer of award-winning premium protective swimwear for babies and children. Their most famous product the Original Konfidence Jacket™ has been named a 2015 National Parenting Publications Awards (NAPPA) GOLD award winner.The National Parenting Publications Awards is one of the longest running and most respected awards programs in the country. With 25 years of experience in the industry, NAPPA has been continuously celebrated as the "go-to" source for parents and professionals seeking the best products for their children and families.  “We’re excited that Konfidence is joining this year’s list of award-winning products,” says Julie Kertes, NAPPA General Manager. “With so many products on the market, it’s sometimes hard for moms and dads to find time to separate the truly great from the rest of the pack. Our testers save them that legwork by carefully evaluating hundreds of products and awarding only the best of the best.” Designed for healthy, happy, konfident, kids, UK-based Konfidence was founded in 1998 by Andrew Regan, a dad of five and today is Europe’s leading designer of premium protective swimwear for children. In addition to high quality swimwear including wetsuits for babies and children up to 14 years, other items in the award-winning Konfidence collection include buoyancy aids, swim accessories and UV sun protection clothing. Konfidence products are sold in 27 countries worldwide, including 14 countries in Europe, USA, Australia, South Africa, Malaysia, China and Hong Kong. For more information visit www.konfidence-usa.com. The Original Konfidence Jacket ™ takes the fear out of swimming with its 8 removable floats which allow for parents and caregivers to adjust buoyancy levels as a child becomes more confident in the water. The Konfidence Jacket promotes correct swimming position as well helping a child achieve a face forward swimming position. The Original Konfidence Jacket™ is constructed of high quality, durable neoprene shell with soft Lycra/Poly interior. The wetsuit grade neoprene and unique design assure that the Konfidence Jacket will stay in place and not ride up. 
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 ***Disclosure: I participated in a Blog Blast Activation on behalf of Influence Central for Grapes from Mexico. I received a promotional item to thank me for my participation.”*** During snack time, we tend to reach for healthy, wholesome snacks like fresh fruits and veggies. My kids absolutely love them, and I spare myself all kinds of "Mommy Guilt" by choosing fresh fruits and veggies over packaged, processed junk. One of our favorite snacks just happen to be grapes. Grapes from Mexico are the perfect snack selection, since they're juicy, delicious, and free of any preservatives. Oh, and I should also mention that Grapes from Mexico are also kind to the waistline, at under 100 calories per serving. Grapes from Mexico are always packed on the farm, and shipped the very next day to ensure maximum freshness. Is your mouth watering yet? Oh, and for those of you who are concerned about sustainable practices, Grapes from Mexico has a small carbon footprint, and their water conservation practices are world class. Really, it's a win-win situation when you choose Grapes from Mexico. Speaking of winning.....If you love grapes as much as we do, I have the perfect sweepstakes for you! Grapes of Mexico is offering some awesome weekly prizes in their Snack On! Sweepstakes.  About the Grapes from Mexico Snack On! Sweeps : Sweepstakes will run from Monday, August 17, 2015 – Sunday, September 27, 2015.
To participate, enter through the Grapes from Mexico microsite or Facebook page by filling out a simple sweepstakes entry form. For a chance to win additional prizes, you can take the “Snack On” quiz and survey that shows how Grapes from Mexico stack up against other snack options. You can enter the general sweepstakes up to once per day. The quiz can only be entered once. Prizes included the Snack On! Sweepstakes Weekly Prize of a $100 grocery gift card, and the Snack on! Quiz Weekly Prizes including a deluxe picnic basket with cooler ($90 value) and Bluetooth Speaker for on-the-go tunes ($150 value). Winners will be selected each week and notified directly. Winners will also be featured in Facebook posts (first name only).  ***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.*** My little ones absolutely LOVE Peanut Butter. Really, they would eat it all the time if I allowed it. While Peanut Butter is a favorite while we're spending time at home, sometimes we eat lunch on the go. Maybe we're headed to the Akron Zoo, or perhaps Sophie has a field trip with her homeschooling class. YES, she has a class, and even a teacher! While most of her learning is done at home, the K12 program does offer regular opportunities to interact with her teachers and peers offline, too.
When we will be eating around others, especially children, I make it a point to NOT pack peanut butter. My kiddos aren't allergic, but I know many kids are, and that even minimal exposure to peanuts can be deadly. I take this very seriously as a parent, and I try and make sure that I never accidentally put anyone else's child in a life-threatening situation. I've been searching high and low for a peanut butter alternative that my kids would actually like. This has not been the easiest of tasks, by the way. Thankfully, we discovered Justin's Nut Butters. They offer not only awesome Peanut Butters, but Almond Butter, too! Justin's products are made from organic, non-GMO ingredients, and are loaded with protein and nutty deliciousness. I love the fact that these products don't contain artificial dyes or flavors, and are preservative-free. That's right, folks. When choosing Justin's Nut Butters, you are tasting only the best that Mother Nature has to offer, without any added junk. |
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