A lot of things changed when I had kids, including the foods I ate and my definition of snacks. In play groups with my first child, I was always the parent that brought fresh fruit and veggies along with us while other parents opted for dry and/or processed snacks. I wanted to give my daughter the best start possible, and instilling proper habits was what I wanted to accomplish. Fast forward 5 years and another child later, packing ...
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Top 10 Questions About Flexible Spending Accounts
As the end of the year approaches, consumers with a Flexible Spending Account (FSA) are looking to maximize their remaining pre-tax money. For many with FSAs, the plan year ends on Dec. 31, signaling that leftover FSA dollars must be spent down or risk being forfeited. FSAstore.com, the only e-commerce site exclusively stocked with FSA- and HSA-eligible products, helps consumers manage and use their accounts year-round and reminds them to check ...
Fashion Doll Delightful Dollhouse from American Plastic Toys Review! #HolidayGiftGuide2014
My girls have moments between being great toy sharers and fighting over who is going to play with a toy. Usually they want the same toy at the same time, and have been caught wrestling over a sticker. Yes, children can be quite petty, but we find a way through it and try to find a earning experience out of their arguing. There are many different types of children's toys. Outdoor play equipment, kids swing sets and dollhouses are just some of the ...
Having GoodNites® Leads to Good Mornings! #UnderwearCompare
Potty training my first daughter was a breeze, but my second daughter was quite the stubborn one. Despite a few setbacks, using the potty during the day is no problem for her now. What I didn't foresee was the occasional bed wetting incidents she has experiences. We didn't experience bed wetting issues with my oldest, but as they say, every child is different! I feel that putting my child in a diaper at night time for those "just in case" moments ...
Create the perfect holiday meal with Calphalon
The holidays are all about family get togethers and some good food! We can all agree that this time of year we allow ourselves some leeway when it comes to enjoying our favorite foods and home cooking takes the lead. Having the proper tools in the kitchen is a must, especially if you host annual holiday dinners, like myself. This is the time of year I always wish I had one more casserole, one more pot, or a whisk that isn't completely bent from ...
Black + Decker Mill & Brew Coffee Maker #HolidayGiftGuide2014
About two years ago I was introduced to whole bean coffee. When using my single cup coffee maker, I would grind the beans in a food processor and fill up a reusable filter. The flavor from whole bean coffee is unlike any other coffee I have ever tasted. I love the freshness, but the two step process can be a bit annoying, especially when I need to brew coffee for multiple guests at a time. Thankfully Black + Decker had consumers like me in ...
Keep Your Little Ones Protected From RSV This Season #MC, #RSVAwareness #PreemieProtection
Cold and flu season is upon us and one virus that always worries me this time of year is RSV. My oldest daughter had RSV right after her first birthday and it was one of the scariest viruses she had. Unlike roseola which ran its course and went away, RSV threatened to linger for weeks, causing upper respiratory distress, persistent coughing, excess mucous, fever, and a lot of lost sleep. I stayed up nights watching my baby have a hard time ...
Breathe Right, Sleep In during Daylight Savings Time! #BreatheRightSleepIn
Everyone is talking about Daylight Savings, but that extra hour of sleep we are suppose to get can be useless when you are sleeping with a snorer. Sorry hubby, but the snoring is not fun! We've tried various ways to relieve his night time congestion, like sleeping in certain positions and trying various pillows. It wasn't until he tried Breathe Right lavender scented nasal strips that we both found some relief. Now, getting ...