When my first daughter was born, a big fever-reducer brand was recalled and has since been recalled a few more times after that. At that time, our pediatrician suggested a store brand of fever reducer and claimed it worked the same and has to adhere to the same strict standards as name brands. He even confessed that he only uses store-brand products for his own children. Since that time, I've been more comfortable using store-brand ...
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Toys With A Long Age Range Make The Best Gifts!
Watch out world! My little guy is becoming a little explorer. He scoots around the floor and will examine anything he can get his hands on. Bright colors and sounds are on his scavenger list and the Little Tikes Lil Ocean Explorers 3 in 1 Adventure Course is just what he needs to keep his interest up! This fun adventure course is big - but it has multiple configurations to fit your living space. The 3-unit course can even be separated into ...
What Nutrients to “Chews” When Expecting #BeActiv
From the time I was pregnant with my first baby, I knew Calcium would be an important nutrient in my diet. I was aware of calcium deficiencies during pregnancy from a friend who had many issues with calcium absorption during her pregnancy. Her calcium deficiency was so bad, she developed cavities which her dentist attributed to this deficiency. I just had my third baby, and while my whole world changes with the birth of each child, my ...
Lakeshore Offers Unique Learning Gifts! #HolidayGiftGuide2015
Finding that "something special" this time of year doesn't always have to be challenging. Sure, my girls ask for the typical things from Santa, which is everything they see on commercials and have to have. Their favorites are the unexpected gift- the one they didn't see on tv, the one they didn't ask for. Just recently my oldest daughter got her hands on the How Does Your Body Work? Experiment kit from Lakeshore Learning and her exact response ...
Meeting in the Middle With the Casio CGP-700 Compact Grand Piano
Last year my oldest daughter's school introduced their students to pianos with the promise of teaching them how to play throughout the school year. Unfortunately the program was cut before the children even had the opportunity to learn even the basic keys, which left my daughter sorely disappointed. I hadn't realized her interest in instruments before this and wanted to do something special for her. My closest friend is a piano whizz. She ...
Party With Lalaloopsy This Season! #HolidayGiftGuide2015
Lalaloopsy has been a hit in our house since she came out with her show. Since then, my girls ask for the latest Lalaloopsy toy they see in commercials or at the toy store. The Lalaloopsy Kitchen set was a hit, and the next best thing was the Mini Lalaloopsy Super Silly Party Playset. This has to be one of the most played toys in our home. My girls even pack it up and bring it to Grandma's house sometimes- they love it so much! I actually find ...
Peppa’s Big Splash is Coming to Town!
In just a few weeks my little girls will be surprised with one of their Christmas Gifts- a trip to see Peppa's Big Splash. This live-action show is something my 3 year old has been asking to see ever since she saw an ad for it. Peppa is her favorite character and both my girls love watching the show as they unwind right before bed time. I'm not sure what it is about Peppa and her family, but many of the kids in our social circle, both girls and ...
Apple Watch and Hydra Skin Sciences Turn Back the Clock Giveaway
Are you looking for firmer, younger, healthier skin? There are several ways you can go about achieving the look you desire, but do the benefits outweigh the risks? Botox became a popular solution for many women. It was quick, relatively inexpensive and did not require an overnight stay at a hospital. However, as more is understood about the long-term effects of Botox, many women are looking for alternatives without the risks. After all, who wants ...