Ever since my youngest daughter was little. I have used many slings and carrier’s. She loves to be held close. She is 4 years old now and still loves to be close to me.

ERGObaby sent me a carrier that I have used a bunch since I received it.  I was so afraid that she would be too big for it. She is only 32 lbs. The carrier that I received holds up to 90 lbs! That was very exciting.  I love the carrier. It’s easy to use, it’s organic and when I use it, my back doesn’t bother me at all. I have tried so many slings in the past where I am left with a hurt back and constantly adjusting it for her to be comfortable. I always felt like she was falling out. My boyfriend has even put the ERGObaby on and he was comfortable wearing it also.

I also love the build in hood that can be used to shade from sun or if they are sleeping to keep their head from falling to the side. You can also use the carrier for back carry, front carry and hip carry. I am comfortable using the carrier all three ways.

As you can see she loves the carrier too.

Here is a bit of information from their website.

Organic Baby Carrier Features

• Ergonomic design
• 100% organic cotton twill with 100% organic cotton sateen lining and hood
• 100% cotton batting in body of carrier to soften edges
• One inch, high density foam in shoulder straps
• Quarter inch high density neoprene foam in waist belt
• High Quality buckles tested by SGS
• Waist belt circumference from 25″ to 43″
• Fits from 5′ to 6.5′ body height with adjustable shoulder and chest straps
• Sleeping hood with elastic, adjusts in length for growth of baby
• High quality webbing, matched to carrier color
• Reinforced stitching used at all fabric intersections
• Interior rip-stop reinforcements at critical intersections
• Durability/strength tested up to 90 pounds
• Machine washable – cold, gentle cycles, mild detergent, no bleach. Dry in low heat

 

Made of Organic cotton twill, for a more elegant look and feel. An embellished version of our original Blue Embroidered carrier, this Organic favorite is adorned with embroidery, appliqué, and now features a lining of multi-colored starburst on a green background.

• With separate Infant Insert, the all-in-one carrier that can be used for all your babywearing years
• Allows parents to maintain closeness with baby while attending to daily activities
• May be worn in front, back and hip positions
• Comfortable for parent; balances baby’s weight to parents’ hips and shoulders
• Supports correct sitting position for baby’s hip, pelvis, and spine growth
• Soft, smooth feel for baby
• Ensured safety and security for baby
• Increased durability and longevity of carrier
• Maximum durability and fit
• Ergonomic design
• Fits most adult body types, from 5′ to 6′5″
• Carries babies from infancy (with Infant Insert) to 40lbs.
• Organic cotton – good for baby and good for the earth!

WIN IT!

EUGObaby is giving away a brand new carrier to one of my lucky readers.

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Tell me what you like most about EUGObaby carriers.

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I love to cook when I get the chance to.  I did a review on a 10” skillet from Xtrema Cookware. I love it! I use it everyday. Its easy to clean and store. The Xtrema Skillet has many uses. I love how the Skilletis even healthier to cook with. The skillet can go into the oven, freezer, microwave, dishwasher and more.. I need cookware that is as easy to use as the Xtrema Skillet.

Features and Benefits

• Xtreme High Temperature: Cookware can withstand 2,700 F, Steel can melt at 2,200 F
• Xtremely Easy to Clean: Non-Scratch, Non-Toxic Ceramic Glaze Surface
• Xtremely Attractive: High Gloss Black Finish
• Xtremely Versatile: Oven, Stovetop, Broiler, Freezer, Barbeque Grill, Microwave Oven, Dishwasher and Dining Room Table
• Xtremely Healthy Cooking: No Trace Metals or Chemicals Leaching from the Cooking Surface
• Xtremely Practical: Reduces Cooking Time and Uses Less Energy, Foods Stay Hotter Longer
• Xtremely Tasty: Ceramic Far Infrared Cooking Enhances the Food Flavor and the Entire Cooking Experience
• Xtremely Durable: Cooking Surface can not be Scratched, even by Metal Utensils and Industrial Steel Wool

The potatoes that I cooked didn’t stick to the skillet and to me they cooked a little bit faster. I love being able to serve my family food that was cooked “healthier”.

Win It!

Xtrema is giving away one of their 10″ Skillets just like the one above.

Mandetory Entry:

Visit Xtrema and tell me something else you learned on their site that I didn’t mention above

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Scooby-Doo has been around since I was little. My kids love watching Scooby-Doo.  The new The Thirteen Ghosts of Scooby-Doo has 13 episodes on one DVD.  This DVD kept my kids busy for a while and like everyother movie we watch they have to watch it a few times a day. Over 5 hours of Scooby Entertainment on 2 discs.

Synopsis: The 13 Ghosts of Scooby Doois about the adventures of Scooby Doo, Shaggy Rogers, Daphne Blake, and Scrappy-Doo chasing after more mysteries. Now they are joined by a magnificent warlock called Vincent Van Ghoul, who is a cartoon caricature of Vincent Price(who also provides the voice), and a mischievous boy named Flim-Flam. Together they have to catch 13 ghosts and put them in a magical “Chest of Demons” that Scooby and Shaggy were tricked into opening by two sneaky ghosts named Weerd and Bogel.

Win It!

I have 3 copies of The Thirteen Ghosts of Scooby-Doo to give to three of my lucky readers (1 per reader).

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I hate when I am sitting in bed or on the couch and my laptop gets hot on my legs. I was able to try out the ThermaPAK Laptop Cooler and I use it all day everyday. It helps my overheating laptop by shifts from solid to gel as it absorbs heat. I have tried the fans that you can plug right into your computer and it never worked because it just blew the hot air around. With the ThermaPAK it kept the laptop cool and at the same time didn’t burn my legs.

Laptop overheating is a common problem for tech savvy moms and ThermaPAK is proud to offer eco-friendly solutions for laptop cooling needs.  Some unique features of our product are:

    * Portable – Each pad is lightweight, requires no refrigeration, and has no messy cords. Perfect for a blogger on the go!
    * Stylish – Slim HeatShift pads are available in 3 different colors.
    * Eco-friendly – ThermaPAK competitors use fans to cool down your laptop.  HeatShift technology requires no energy.

Features

• Performs better than USB fan cooling devices
• Cools entire laptop, not just certain sections
• Uses no fans
• Generates no noise
• Grooved channels for enhanced airflow
• Ultra slim design for mobility
• Various sizes and colors
• Fits all sizes of laptops
• Comfortable, Lightweight and portable
• No need for refrigeration
• Self-cooling
• Uses no power so laptops last longer
• Environmentally friendly
• Heavy-duty, durable, and maintenance free

A Better Way To Cool Your Laptop:

ThermaPAK’s Patented HeatShift Laptop Cooler is the most effective solution against laptop heat.  In a recent CNET study the HeatShift Laptop Cooler was proven to lower laptop temperature by more than 10 degrees Fahrenheit and significantly outperformed USB cooling fans.  Unlike the fan products that blow dirt and dust at your laptop the grooved channels on the HeatShift laptop cooler enhances airflow. 

Not only does the self cooling HeatShift dissipate heat faster and more effectively than alternative products, it uses no power (extends battery life), wires, or refrigeration- making it the most advanced, and eco-friendly laptop cooler you can buy. The HeatShift cools uniformly by using organic cooling crystals that dissipate heat away from your laptop allowing it to perform at its best while keeping your laptop at a safe temperature.  The superior design and performance of the HeatShift Laptop Cooler has received numerous industry awards such as the CES Innovations Design & Engineering Award and the iF Design Award. 

ThermaPAK is giving away the same pink Laptop Cooler for one of my lucky readers. Value $29.99

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Julie K is the winner of $50 Walmart gift card & an Aquafresh prize pack

Sharice Granelli is the winner of the VTech MobiGo System 

Congrats Everyone!!!

I’m sure many of you are just like me when it comes to water. I do not like to drink out of the kitchen sink. I only drink bottled water and have been for a few months now. Before I was a big tea and soda drinker but when I decided to get “healthy” I cut out all the bad drinks. Since then I have lost 5 lbs in the last couple weeks.

I had the opportunity to try out the Zuvo Water Filtration System. I love it. It saves me money on not having to buy bottled water. The water tastes so much better now that I hooked up the Filteration System. Before the water had a weird taste to it and from drinking the bottled water for a bit I got used to the taste of the bottled water. The  Zuvo Water Filtration System  treats non-pathogenic organisms, taste and odor contaminants, reduces aesthetic chlorine, lead, and tiny particulates and gives great tasting water from your tap. The Zuvo does use electricity but the system uses electricity only when it is on. For the few minutes a day that it’s used, it draws just 27 watts of power.

Zuvo cleans your water in a five step process:  ozonation, ultraviolet light, photo-oxidation, filtration and lead removal, and post-filtration UV. After letting it run for 5 mins like it says to do. I went ahead and grabbed my glass cup and did the test. The water was crystal clear. I was amazed at the taste. I feel safe now that my daycare kids are also getting better cleaner water for their drinks and their food that I cook.

There are two ways that you can use the Filteration System. I have mine above the counter. It was very easy to install.

Here is how it works:

I am also excited to say that the Zuvo Water Filtration is here to stay. It makes me feel so much better knowing that our water is safer and cleaner.

Zuvo is giving away a Zuvo water filtration system to one of my lucky readers. Your mandatory comment must visit the Zuvo Water website and  let us know something new you learned not discussed in this review! Retails at$ 299.99.  

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My kids love to ride bikes and now that it is warmer out that is all they want to do.  My 4 yr old daughter who is special needs has not yet had a “real bike” to ride. She doesn’t have the coordination to keep her balance.  We had the chance to try out the Strider PREbike. She was very excited to have a bike like her brother and sister. We practiced on the bike for about 2 weeks. She was kinda hesitant at first but after a few times she got the hang of it. The bike was very easy to put together and its very light weight. The bike only weights 6.9 lbs. It is easy for her to pick up and move if she needed to. The bike has no pedals so it is easier to handle for little ones that are just  learning  how to ride a bike. The bike is for ages 1-5 years old.

My daughter wants to ride her bike everyday. She feels like one of the big kids now. I have never even heard of a Strider PREbike before we got the chance to try it.  She can easily use her legs to control her bike the way she wants to. It has helped her learn to have a better balance and has helped her coordination on the bike. I recommend this bike to anyone before they purchase a bike with training wheels.  I am so glad that we had the chance to try the Strider PREbike out.  If you would like more information about the Strider PREbike please visit their website.

 Disclamer:  I was given a Strider Balance Bike to test and review free of charge.  However, I was not paid for the review and the opinions are my own.

WIN:  Win a Strider PREbike.

Mandatory entry (must be done first for extra entries to count):
Go to Strider PREbike and tell me which bike you would love to get if you win.  Valued at $99

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Let’s face it – being a mom is challenging. Each day you are going above the call of duty by being not only a mother, but also a wife, a teacher, a referee, a handy man, a comforter and more. But most importantly, you are always a mother and going through the journey is sometimes arduous but inspiring. Aquafresh is committed to lending moms a hand by supplying them with products, such as the amazing iso-active Whitening toothpaste, that achieves 33% better whitening compared to a non-whitening toothpaste. Now it’s your turn to share what makes you work beyond as Aquafresh wants to hear about these moments and celebrate you as mom through their Mom Goes Beyond campaign. 

To participate in this movement, leave a comment about an inspiring or memorable moment you’ve endured by being a mom and you could have a chance to win various prize including a $50 Walmart gift card!* By June 9^th, I will randomly nominate someone to become the grand prize winner who will receive one year’s worth of free Aquafresh product and a $500 Walmart shopping spree** and the honor of having her story showcased on the Aquafresh Facebook fan page. The Aquafresh creative team will choose the grand prize winner by July 7^th!

 So, what makes you a mom that works beyond?

Win:  One lucky reader  will win a $50 Walmart gift card & an Aquafresh prize pack.

Initial Post must be telling us why you consider yourself a mom that works beyond.

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I was contacted by M80 on behalf or Aquafresh and will be receiveing  samples from time to time in exchange for hosting this contest; however, no monetary exchange will take place.

We love VTech toys. My 4 year old daughter has a few and she is always playing with them. She takes them ever where she goes. We had the chance to try out the MobiGo Touch Learning System. She loves it. She learned how to spell her first name by using it just for the first few days. Soon as you turn on the system it asks you to type in your name and we helped her a few times but now she does it on her own. The car rides and store visits are so much better now that she has the MobiGo to keep her occupied. Such a life saver.

My daughter has no problem with using it herself. She finds the game that she likes and she will sit and play it for a long time. She also thinks its her own computer because she is always trying to play with my laptop. VTech toys are so great for learning.

The MobiGo Touch Learning System is for Ages 3 to 8 years old. Its perfect for my daughter who is four and my son who is six years old. Here is some of the features that the MobiGo has to offer:

- Touch-screen: MobiGo’s touch-screen technology adds a modern twist to electronic learning games, so kids learn while mimicking the way parents use touch-screen devices. 
- Educational games: From fishing, coloring book pages, drawing and playing instruments, kids can discover a wide variety of fun and engaging learning games. 
- Learning skills: MobiGo teaches a wide range of skills including math, vocabulary, spelling, logic and categorization. The slide open QWERTY keyboard introduces older kids to text typing skills. 
- Portable: Handheld robust gaming console makes learning fun on the go for little hands and is equipped with headphone and AC adapter jacks.

Downloadable Content: 

Additional games and content will be available for download so kids can customize their MobiGo with the latest innovative games and continue the learning and fun for years to come. Additional games and content will be available for download so kids can customize their MobiGo with the latest innovative games and continue the learning and fun for years to come.

Buy It: MobiGo will be available exclusively at Toys’R'Us stores and online starting June 7th. It will be available in August at key retailers and at www.vtechkids.com. 

Win It: One of my lucky readers will win a MobiGo Touch Learning System.

MobiGo Touch Learning System  SRP: $59.99

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