The reviewer has been compensated in the form of a Best Buy Gift Card and/or received the product/service at a reduced price or for free. We know what the kids want this season. It's all about the toys. My girls have already started making their lists and know what they want, but the best part? They each choose a gift THEY really want to send to someone in need. We started this tradition about 3 years ago and it's something they've come to ...
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Empowering Families To Make Healthy Meals This Season
This post was sponsored by the National 4-H Council as part of an Influencer Activation for Influence Central and all opinions expressed in my post are my own. My kids have been in the kitchen with me from the time they were able to sit in their highchairs. It started off as an easy way to keep them within arms reach while I made meals, but as they grew and became more aware, their interest in cooking with me also grew. During our busy school ...
Lightseekers Provides Augmented Reality Fun
Disclosure: Product provided for review. All opinions are my own. This upcoming holiday season is all about electronics and smart toys. We are a very tech-driven family and love to try out the latest gadget and toys, so when we were asked to review the new Lightseekers Awakening Toy from TOMY, we were ecstatic. My 5-year-old even said it was something she’s had her eye on, which surprised me because I didn’t even know she knew what it ...
Minor Food Swaps Help Us Maintain Our Weightloss Progress!
Disclosure: This is a partnered post with Skim Plus. All opinions are my own. My husband and I went on a weight loss journey together last March, and we’ve lost so much weight but gained a whole new perspective on food. My husband weighs less and feels better than he did when we got married, 10 years ago! What we’ve taken away from this experience is that we can still enjoy our favorite foods, but in moderation. I know, I know.. it’s ...
A Spooktacular Halloween Party with PJ Masks!
Disclosure: My family received items as part of the PJ Masks Ambassador program. All opinions are my own. If you have kids in school then you know how busy October is with the various parties, activities, and events. My kids’ social schedules put mine to shame, as they have Halloween dances and parties with their friends. We definitely get our money’s worth when it comes to Halloween costumes and love when there’s a theme assigned to the ...
What’s In Your Baby’s Food?
This post is part of a sponsored campaign for Clean Label Project. I received compensation for my participation, but my review and opinions are my own. Last week I had a conversation with another parent in the school office. I was picking up my sick child early, and he was picking his daughter up to go to her scheduled doctor appointment for a well-visit. He asked my opinion on a specific vaccine, and I was hesitant to tell him what ...
Super Easy Halloween Caramel Apples With the Kids
Candy apples are my all-time fall favorite. I love the sticky sweet coating on my favorite Granny Smith Apple. It wasn't until my oldest came along that I started liking caramel apples. I was never a big caramel lover, but coated on top of a tart apple, caramel is perfection! This fun treat is easy to make and kids will love to help. You can change the colors or toppings to suit your taste buds. [recipe] ...
Over The Counter Relief for Eczema
I try to ignore my eczema. I've suffered from eczema since I was 8 years old. I remember my feet being so itchy I would rub them against that ugly brown carpet my mom had in my room. The friction would create a rug burn on my foot that would create a temporary relief of my symptoms. Of course, this led to an infection and my mother searching for answers and relief. She took me to a highly regarded dermatologist in the city who prescribed a myriad ...