A great way to get the kids excited for heading back to school is by picking out a really fun backpack and lunch pail for them.  Since these important items are used every single day for the entire school year, there are many things to consider.  Not only is style at the top of the important list, function and durability are also leading the list.  So today, I am excited to partner with Built NY on a review of their Big Apple Buddies line as it meets all my requirements! What's A Big Apple Read more [...]

Thank you to HoMedics for sending product for review in exchange for my honest opinion. It's August. That means that summer is winding down and cooler, drier fall air will be here before we know it. With the drier air (and especially if we have a sick family member) I like to use a humidifier. HoMedics has a great humidifier option for babies and beyond. The HoMedics MyBaby SoundSpa Ultrasonic Humidifier can be a tool to help babies and children to sleep longer and more soundly. It Read more [...]

In the summertime I get to be a stay at home mom with my daughter who is now 20 months old. I love it, but sometimes I struggle to come up with new fun activities to do with her to keep her busy and entertained at home. This activity is one that I came up with when I was thinking about what I could do to use up her leftover rice cereal. You only need rice cereal, water and food coloring. I used approximately 1/4 cup cereal in each container and about 1/2 cup water. It doesn't need to be exact. Read more [...]

Have you jumped on the essential oil bandwagon yet?  When I first heard about oils quite a few years ago, I wasn't quite convinced.  But as time went on and my husband and I started looking at more natural ways to live, treat illness, and eat, essential oils became a topic of discussion.  I'll say right now, I was ready to give them a try but my husband drug his feet.  So when I first started, I'd only use them for the kids and I.  But once my husband finally gave them a go, even he admits that Read more [...]

I received the Boulevard Clicktight Seat from Britax in exchange for this post.  All opinions are my own. July is almost over which means that the big Britax Stars And Stripes Event is nearing an end too!  There's never going to be a better time than right now to pick up an amazing car seat for your child and Britax has a great selection to choose from.  And the best part is that the Starts And Stripes Event means that you can receive 25% off select seats!  But hurry, this big sale ends July Read more [...]

I received the Floatimini Rash Guard & Capris to facilitate this review.  All opinions are my own. This summer, I've made it a special point to spend extra time outdoors with the kids.  Many times, this has come in the form of heading to local parks and playgrounds.  Sometimes there are splash pads or water options available as well which makes the trip a little more fun.  But either way, keeping the kids safe from the sun is always on my mind.  While I do utilize sunblock too, I love having Read more [...]

Thank you to Chicco for sending cups for review in exchange for my honest opinion in this review. Chicco NaturalFit is a line of cups for babies and toddlers that allows you to "mix it up for a custom cup" and "get a grip on sips without the drips". There are three sizes of cup and six different spouts that are all interchangeable. Chicco has cups for every age and stage. We received the Chicco NaturalFit 360° Trainer and the Chicco NaturalFit Insulated Rim Spout. My daughter is 19 Read more [...]

Even though Summer is in full swing, our family has still been enjoying a little bit of tv time now and then.  We've had some really hot days lately and it's just been miserable outside as the breeze is even super hot and doesn't offer any relief.  So instead, after lunch when the sun is the hottest, we'll all head to the living room, turn down the AC, draw the curtains, and enjoy a movie.  The kids love this special time as it gives them a chance to just wind down and cool off.  Sometimes, they Read more [...]

Thank you to Adorology for sending product in exchange for my honest opinion in this review. Adorology is a company I have fallen in love with over the past several months. I have had the privilege of trying out two of their awesome stretchy multi-use car seat covers, a set of bandana bibs and also a nursing pillow slipcover. Today, I am happy to share with you their newest product: A Diaper Bag! The Adorology Diaper Bag comes in a gray and white feather design. The bag is made out of nylon Read more [...]

I received clothing from Little Me to facilitate this review.  All opinions are my own. I am so excited that it's summer time and can hardly believe that the 4th of July is already upon us!  The old saying about how time flies is so cliche but ultimately very true and the calendar reminds me every single day.  So as I was on the hunt for some classic and fun styles for our daughter to sport this summer, I once again turned to Little Me. With the 4th so close, the first outfit I wanted Read more [...]