Thanks to StrongBoard for sending me a sample. As always, all opinions are my own.  I'm always on the hunt for more tools for effective home work-outs. I live in a small town that doesn't have a gym so all of my exercising is done at home. We don't have a ton of space for equipment, but I recently added something that I've found to be incredibly effective that I wanted to share with everyone. As we head towards Mother's Day, this could make a great gift idea for a mom or grandma in your life Read more [...]

EmilyReviews writers were sent product samples for inclusion in our mother's day gift guide. There are affiliate links in this post. All opinions are our own. If mom is feeling stressed these days, give her some relief and let her enjoy NextEvo Naturals Stress Reset Extra Strength Ashwagandha Gummies.  These easy to take gummies are clinically shown to reduce cortisol levels, increase DHEA, support healthy stress levels, AND promote mood, emotional well-being, mental clarity, Read more [...]

Thanks to Heirloom for sending me this amazing video book! As always, all opinions are my own. This spring we took an epic week-long trip to Universal Studios and Walt Disney World with my mother-in-law. She hadn't been to either before, so seeing her reaction to the magic of everything was amazing. It was especially wonderful because we and our kids got to experience it with her! As usual, I took a million photos and videos. I made an Heirloom Video Book for my parents for Christmas and I knew Read more [...]

Thanks to Nat Geo Kids for sending me these books. As always, all opinions are my own. There are affiliate links in this post.  I think we're *finally* going to start seeing consistent spring weather in Minnesota this week! We were gifted a week in the seventies and then it dropped back down below freezing and started snowing again - NOT cool. This upcoming week will still be chilly in the 40's and 50's, but it's definitely better than snow. To ring in spring, we've got some super fun new Read more [...]

Thanks to Pure Micronutrients for sending me a variety of supplements. As always, all opinions are my own. You should speak with your doctor before starting any new vitamins or supplements.  Over the past few years I have done countless hours of research on vitamins and supplements. I try to eat fairly well overall with lots of fresh fruits, vegetables, and locally grown meat, but I know there are gaps in my nutrition. There are so many supplements on the market that it can be hard to figure Read more [...]