Babies are born with a sucking reflex and while it helps them latch on to a bottle or breast for feeding, it is sometimes so strong that sucking on something other than a food source is needed for comfort. As a breastfeeding mother, I was advised not to introduce a pacifier or bottle for the first 4-6 weeks to prevent nipple confusion.Before I had children I would cringe when I saw two year olds … [Read more...]
It’s Mega Swagbucks Day!
Increase your chances of winning Mega Swag Bucks denominations (10, 20, 50, 100) on Mega Swag Bucks Day! Swagbucks guarantees over 10K Swag Bucks will be awarded in MEGA bills EVERY Friday! Have you joined Swagbucks yet? If not, what are you waiting for?! Mindy and I have both cashed in Swagbucks in exchange for FREE Amazon gift cards that took no effort to earn. At swagbucks you are rewarded … [Read more...]
We’re Back…Sort of!
I survived a camping trip with my two year old and 7 month old. In fact, I even enjoyed it! I am very luck to have married into a great family. I am so thankful for all of the help we got with our little ones over the past few days. I don't think I would have lasted if it weren't for them!Mindy is also back from a whirlwind trip to a TJ Maxx/Marshalls Event. It was a very quick trip but it sounds … [Read more...]
Review & Giveaway: Coraline on DVD
Some of my favorite movie characters are animal sidekicks. From Sebastian the lobster in Little Mermaid to Abu, the quirky little monkey in Aladdin, these films just wouldn't be the same without humor that they bring to the movie.In Coraline, the animal sidekick is a nameless black cat (or maybe his name is Cat). While he didn't bring as much to the table, in my opinion, as the previously … [Read more...]
How to Save a Bundle on Professional Portraits
This will be a huge challenge for some of you. It was for me, and continues to be. Portrait studios know that parents have a major weak spot when it comes to their darling children and believe me, they will try to take advantage of that. You could easily end up spending hundreds of dollars on portraits but with a little bit of restraint (okay, a LOT) I can tell you how to get a complete … [Read more...]
Giveaway: Petz Fashion: Dogz and Catz Nintendo DS Game
In Petz Fashion: Dogz and Catz, players design cute and stylish outfits for their puppy or kitten, dress them up and enter them in fashion shows. Players choose their kitten or puppy from a large variety of breeds, care for them and develop a strong relationship with them. Use the stylus to design unique patterns and pick from different colors to create cute outfits for your pet kitten or puppy. … [Read more...]