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I adore @AdoraCalcium

Annmarie — Fri, 13 Jan 2012 14:45:40 +0000

You all know I love chocolate! Sometimes I have to have it every day. A good dark chocolate can actually be healthy for you but a bit of chocolate every day can add up (that is on the scale!)

A friend of mine actually gave me these adora calcium supplements as a gift for Christmas (along with a fine gift card to @Marshalls) as she knows how much I love chocolate. She tried to explain them to me and how tasty they were and they were hard chocolate and yummy (yeah..right a supplement that tastes good). When I finally tasted them I got it! Each chocolate disk has only 30 calories per serving and provides half of your daily value of calcium. It also provides vitamin D3 and magnesium. You can take one disk up to three times a day.

Women certainly don’t get enough calcium and now we have a tasty option. There are no artificial sweeteners, no trans fats or corn syrup and they are gluten free. Adora is available online and at Whole Foods and at the Vitamin Shoppe. I have tried both the dark chocolate and the milk chocolate (Disclosure: the company sent me a package of the milk chocolate to test out) and both are creamy and oh so good! Finally, a healthier way to supplement my chocolate cravings! Taste for yourself and let me know what you think…..

A good tasting calcium supplement

@mimijumi natural baby bottles

Annmarie — Thu, 12 Jan 2012 15:06:40 +0000

I am amazed at all the creative, unique and ergonomically correct baby items available on the market today. When my first daughter arrived I thought I had the latest and greatest products. Then my second daughter was born and again I was shocked at what new baby products were introduced in the marketplace. Fast forward 7 years later and there are even better products, especially for feeding. I wish I had this mimijumi not so hungry baby bottle when my girls were born as I bet it would have made transitioning between breast and bottle much smoother.

The bottle’s design is quite unique and is based on the psychological dynamics of feeding/soothing items as transitional objects. The bottle even looks like a breast! It is also free of BPA and phthalates and it includes what they call an integrated ventilation system to aid in baby’s digestion. The 4 oz. retails for $13.99. Disclosure: the company sent me the not so hungry bottle to review.

mimijumi natural baby bottle

Tis the season of to do’s Holiday Cards

Annmarie — Wed, 07 Dec 2011 20:55:36 +0000

It’s the busy time of year: holiday parties, shopping, visits to Santa and other various things pop up like those annoying holiday cards! It’s just annoying to me as I have yet to do mine and I see all these lovely cards each day coming in the mail with happy faces and multiple photos of friends and families at different locations throughout the year.

This year I may send out Happy New Year cards as my to do list gets longer and longer. Sure, it is easier than ever to put together a holiday card – hello CVS, tiny prints and shuttyerfly.com – now if only you could write them, stamp them and mail them for me that would be fantastic!

@TeddyNeedsaBath

Annmarie — Mon, 21 Nov 2011 15:56:47 +0000

Have you ever had that problem where you tried to wash a child’s favorite stuffed animal only to have it come out of the machine warped and misshaped?

Teddy Needs a Bath! comes to the rescue! The folks at Teddy Needs a Bath! sent us this great new product to take a look at and review. What a cute concept for a new product. Teddy Needs a Bath! was developed by mom Nicole R. Townend as a safe way to wash old, dusty stuffed animals. It is The FIRST washer & dryer bag for stuffed toys. Teddy Needs a Bath! is made from materials that are recycled and ecologically conscious. The company recommends that you use it with front loading machines and that you remove all sound devices before washing. It’s best to use a delicate cycle and a gentle detergent. They also guarantee their product: 30 days/money back with proof of purchase.

You can find them at select retailers and online at Drugstore.com National Allergy and coming soon to ToysRus.com

Now, no more tears when Teddy goes to the washroom!

Feather Extensions

Annmarie — Mon, 24 Oct 2011 17:20:35 +0000

Have your kids asked for a feather in their hair? My kids begged for a feather extension in their hair for about three months. So at the start of school we went to the salon and for $10 each they put a colored feather in their hair. The money went directly to charity so I thought why not. It reminded me of high school a bit but there were no chemicals involved just a tool to tread it in and crimp it to their hair. Of course it did not last very long – only a few weeks so anytime we see a feather somewhere they want it. I prefer just clipping them on with a small clip so they can come out easily and they can change them whenever they want. Check out these sites where you can buy the crimping tools yourself and choose the colors you want!

Hair Feather

Donna Bella Hair Extensions

Hair Flairs

The Homework Box @MomsMadeEasy

Annmarie — Mon, 26 Sep 2011 15:18:49 +0000

We are in our back to school mode but my kids are not excited about homework. That is until they saw the homework box. “What’s that and can I use it?” “That looks cool” were the responses I received from my 7 and 10 year old. When I told them it was to help them stay organized with their homework they thought it was cool.

Moms Made Easy sent us one to review and we love it. If it comes time for homework in your house and there is always a delay of, where’s my pencil, stapler, etc.etc. well now there is no more excuses to not be organized with this homework organizing system. Check out my video review.

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Travel size products

Annmarie — Wed, 21 Sep 2011 14:47:56 +0000

I just love travel size products. Not only are they necessary when you travel but they are a great way to test out products you just are not sure about. I found some of my favorite products the other day in travel sizes (my kids squealed when t hey saw them as they are cute in the smaller version)

My older daughter loves this shampoo and conditioner from Organix, especially the coconut milk shampoo and conditioner. She also loves the tea tree mint. I was so excited when I saw them in the travel size. I had no idea they had a body line as well so we’ll have to test it out!

Even Fairy Tales has a travel size. The kids are ok with me spraying the Rosemary Repel Leave-In Spray and now with the 2oz travel size I can take it with me anywhere. Hello…you will be spraying the back of the head rest on the plane with this stuff!

I was so happy with my purchases and then I discovered this great site - 3Floz.com. It is the go to site for all your favorite brands in travel size items. What I love most is they have these ready-made kits to go. What a great concept!

I may have to get the Ole Henriksen starter kit and the PHYTO Petite-Smooth and Sleek Kit. So whether you are hitting the gym or traveling for a girls’ weekend you can choose The Spa Week Traveling Beauty Kit, the Kate’s Perfect Faux Tan Kit or the Back Pack Survival Kit. Ready..to..go.

The site even has an under $10 section so before you head anywhere check it out!

My travel size purchases

Eco-Friendly Lunches

Annmarie — Thu, 18 Aug 2011 20:10:59 +0000

I’ve been so busy with work, back to school shopping, etc. etc. Last week on the weekly trendymommies radio report we talked backpack safety. This week we talked about waste free lunches. Everything from stainless steel water bottles, stainless steel containers and lunch containers.

Listen in!

Waste Free Lunch

Summer Dry Skin

Annmarie — Thu, 11 Aug 2011 20:01:48 +0000

Every summer my skin is so dry and I test out so many products. Maybe that is why my skin is dry! Believe me I have tried just about every body moisturizer out there. Always on the lookout for gentle, effective products I found Auromere.

Auromere Ayurvedic Imports sent me some sample products to test out. These lifestyle products from India are a unique line of body care and gift items. The products range from incense, herbal toothpaste, handmade soaps, shampoos, massage oil and body lotion.

I love the auromere neem picks. They freshen your breath, stimulate your gums, remove food particles and plaque and leave a sweet taste in your mouth.

The Ayurvedic Hand and Body Lotion has sesame oil and almond oil which leaves skin soft and smooth. It is especially hydrating for dry, aging skin. The fragrance is so light. It is paraben and gluten free. The lotion is specially formulated with 13 skin-beneficial Ayurvedic herbs, oils and minerals so that means it helps with extremely dry skin, especially the skin on our heels that is very tough to keep hydrated. Check out all their product offerings.

Eco Lips – The best lip balm for the world

Annmarie — Wed, 27 Jul 2011 12:20:14 +0000

I have a ton of lip balm – and I mean a ton. Every new one that comes out on the market I try it. I am loving the variety of lip balms from Eco Lips. The company sent me a sampling of lip balm to test out and what a selection they have. They really know their lip balm!

Eco Lips lip balm is handcrafted in Cedar Rapids, Iowa and made with natural and organic ingredients. They have several innovative organic lip care products and have something for everyone in your family – moms, kids and dads.

Eco Tints are their naturally glistening lip moisturizer – perfect for mom on the go and if you don’t have time for lip liner and lipstick but want a bit of color and moisturizer. This line moisturizes your lips while providing a sheer tint and they have six shades. They contain organic plant oils, beeswax, as well as natural earth mineral and provide a shimmering glow. The plush red is a nice light shade of red.

Eco Lips Gold is their ultimate lip moisturizer and also unflavored – this is especially good for kids that need moisturizer but tend to lick off the fake flavored kind. This one is best for every day use.

Eco Lips Sport has an SPF 30 and comes with a clip to attach to a backpack (perfect for Dad). There is also a Eco+Lips medicinal and a vegan lemon lime bee free lip balm.

But my favorite which I put by my bedside is The Lavender Lemon Calming Lip Balm. Made With Essential Oils of Lavender and Lemon and Olive Fruit Oil to calm your senses – perfect for the end of the day. This is from their ONE WORLD lip balm collection and they fuse Fair Trade Certified Cocoa Butter, USDA Organic Certified ingredients and exotic oils from around the globe. These are a chubbier lip balm packaged in large 0.25 oz tubes and made with 40% recycled material.

Eco Lips Lip Balm