Tea Collection Review

I found a great company that sells clothing for ages newborn to size 12. Alot of boutiques usually only carry a few sizes and it is hard to find older boys items as most online stores only carry for girls. This great site is called Tea Collection. They sent me a few outfits and I have to say they are super cute. First they sent me a 3-6mo romper it is from their Highland Holiday collection and it is called Diego stripe romper and it is on sale for $28.50.

It comes in 4 sizes from 0-18mo. Diego Rivera is a famous Mexican artist. We imagine he would have loved that we named a long sleeve crewneck stripe romper after him. In a soft yarn-dye rib knit. Imported.

• 100% Cotton
• Machine washable

It is super cute and very soft and I just love rompers and it does have snaps in the diaper area for easy changes.

They also sent Brendan 2 shirts and a pair of pants that are SUPER nice. They actually fit true to size and I was in love.

This is their Vauerous tee and they have sizes 6mo-12 years so if you have 2 sons you can match them. This shirt is on sale for $19.50. The graphic on this long-sleeve slub jersey tee came from a vintage Mexican postage stamp of a cowboy on a rearing horse. We know you'll be inspired to head off into the sunset on adventures of your own. Imported.

• 100% Cotton
• Machine washable

The next shirt they sent us is their Fuerte Polo shirt.

Look strong, feel strong, be strong in this short-sleeve slub jersey polo. Yes, in Spanish fuerte does mean strong. And of course it layers when the weather grows cooler. Imported.

• 100% Cotton
• Machine washable

They also sent us a really cute pair of pants that I love.

These are their Surplus Play wear pans in the color Cliff and they are on sale for $27.50. This pant comes in 2 other colors as well. Get down and dirty in these surplus canvas pants. Versatile and durable for all the ways a boy plays. Adjustable waistband on sizes 2-12 years. Imported.

• 100% Cotton
• Machine Washable

I love the adjustable waist as Brendan is really tall and skinny.

All of these items are very high quality. Brendan really liked his items and he is picky about his clothes especially his pants. This is a great online store and I highly recommend it.


I received these items for review purposes. My opinions are honest and I was not paid for this review.

Nutrisystem: Weekly post week #7

This is a great update for the week from my Nutrisystem journey. Well first off I survived Christmas and all of the temptations. I had set myself a personal goal to lost 10lbs by Christmas and I completed that. That made me feel great. I was a little worried about all of the snacks and cookies that I was surrounded by on Christmas and I did eat some and I had christmas dinner. Well what did the scale say today?

141.2 I havent seen that number in a long time. For this weeks weight loss of 1.2 which in my mind is amazing when I think of how naughty I was. Giving a total weight loss to date of 11.4lbs. I am now over half way to my goal of 130.

Want to lose weight and get healthy on Nutrisystem? Join today by clicking on the link or calling 1-888-853-4689.

Disclosure: Nutrisystem is providing their food and program to me free of charge in exchange for blogging about my experience as part of the Nutrisystem Nation Blogger Program. All opinions are my own and your results may vary.

Madre Labs Review & Giveaway

While trying to be a greener amily sometimes you forget about the small things like hair and body products. Well I have found a company called Madre Labs.

Our Mission is Simple
To create truly innovative and unique formulations of the highest quality, assisting our health-minded customers in supporting their well-being -- both inside and out, by offering finished products that WE OURSELVES want to use.

At Madre Labs, we strive to use only the finest natural ingredients deemed acceptable by our discriminating customers, as well as our peers in the natural products industry. We like to refer to our formulations as "Performance Natural".

The first product I was sent is their Balancing Shampoo and Conditioner.

• For Normal Hair
• Contains NO No-No's -- For the Love of Your Hair!
• With Açaí, Goji, Pomegranate and Seabuckthorn

Madre Labs® Balancing Shampoo gently and thoroughly cleanses your hair and scalp. It delivers the benefits of our proprietary blend of antioxidant-rich superfruits (Açaí, Goji, Pomegranate and Seabuckthorn), which helps protect hair and scalp from oxidative and environmental damage. Aloe vera and amino acids have been added to further nourish normal hair. The result is softer, shinier, more manageable hair.

I gave this one to my mom and she loves it. She also loves the smell.

The next items I received is their Moistizing Shampoo & Conditioner.

• For Dry/Damaged Hair
• Contains NO No-No's -- For the Love of Your Hair!
• With Açaí, Goji, Pomegranate and Seabuckthorn

Madre Labs® Moisturizing Shampoo gently and thoroughly cleanses your hair and scalp. It delivers the benefits of our proprietary blend of Antioxidant-Rich SuperFruits (Açaí, Goji, Pomegranate and Seabuckthorn), which helps protect your hair and scalp from oxidative and environmental damage. Aloe Vera, Amino Acids, Panthenol have been added to further nourish and moisturize dry, damage hair. The result is softer, shiny, more manageable hair.

I LOVE this the smell is amazing and it works so great on my hair. It makes it really soft and I noticed that the ends are not as dry.

The next item I tried is their Leave in Conditioner.

• Contains NO No-No's -- For the Love of Your Hair!
• With Açaí, Goji, Pomegranate and Seabuckthorn

Madre Labs® Leave-In-Conditioner maximizes your hair's luster, body and manageability. It is formulated with our proprietary blend of antioxidant-rich superfruits (açaí, goji, pomegranate and seabuckthorn), which helps protect hair and scalp from oxidative and environmental damage. In addition, aloe vera, panthenol, amino acids and a special blend of select oils, have been added to help nourish and detangle dry, overprocessed hair for easier styling. Our Leave-In Conditioner's light, citrusy scent will add a little cheer to your day.

Another great item I tried is their Moisturizing Body Wash.

• Invigorating Rosemary-Mint
• Contains NO No-No's -- For the Love of Your Skin!
• With Argan Nut Oil

Our gentle, soap-free, invigorating Moisturizing Body Wash produces luxurious lather without using harsh surfactants. Argan nut oil, which is high in vitamin E and rich in essential fatty acids, will help your skin feel silky smooth. In addition, our Rosemary Mint scent will awaken your senses, while our proprietary blend of superfruits (açaí, goji, pomegranate and seabuckthorn) will help protect your skin from oxidative and environmental damage.

The next item is their Hand & Body Lotion.

• Contains NO No-No's -- For the Love of Your Skin!
• With Argan Nut Oil
• Suitable for all Skin Types -- Fragrance Free!

Our nourishing Unscented Hand & Body Lotion helps rehydrate dry, damaged skin. Argan nut oil (high in vitamin E) plus a premium blend of select oils (rich in essential fatty acids) have been included to nourish and moisturize your skin - making it feel silky smooth. Our proprietary blend of superfruits (açaí, goji, pomegranate & seabuckthorn) has also been added -- to help protect your skin from oxidative and environmental damage

Lastly is their Unscented Hand Cream.

• Contains NO No-Nos -- For the Love of Your Skin!
• With Argan Nut Oil
• Suitable for all Skin Types -- Fragrance Free!

Our concentrated, moisture-rich Unscented Hand Cream helps rehydrate dry, damaged skin. Argan Nut Oil (high in vitamin E) plus a premium blend of select oils (rich in essential fatty acids) have been included to nourish and moisturize your skin - making it feel Silky Smooth. Our proprietary blend of SuperFruits (Acai, Goji, Pomegranate & Seabuckthorn) has also been added - to help protect your skin from oxidative and environmental damage.

I love all of their products. They a smell so great and work so well. There are items that I will be repurchasing. Their is definitely an item that will be every ones favorite. I love the unscented hand cream. It works great for my dry hands. I keep it in my purse so I always have it with me.

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Guylian Review & Giveaway

So today I have a very tasty review to share with you. It is from a great company named Guylian. They sent me a great variety of the items that they carry. Here is a pic of the overview of the items.

Guy Foubert - born in 1938 in Sint-Niklaas - was a passionate Belgian chocolatier making handmade chocolate truffles.
The story of Chocolaterie Guylian began in the late 1950’s with the marriage of Guy Foubert and Liliane. Guy and Liliane joined their names in our company name: Chocolaterie Guy-lian. Guy soon realised that the world was ready for something totally new. On which the young couple created for the first time chocolates in the shape of seashells. Guy developed the recipe of our signature hazelnut praliné filling; Lilliane added the artistic touch by designing the shining marbled look and the delicately sculptured shapes. A true love story of romance and chocolate.

To Guy Foubert, founder of Guylian, chocolate making was an art. He was a visionary, dedicated to creating the ultimate chocolate experience, one that no other chocolate could match in quality or taste. This is why the original hazelnut praliné recipe has not been changed in over 50 years and why each of Guylian’s chocolate Sea Shells and seahorse chocolates has the Guylian quality signature. They are all made the Belgian way with 100% pure cocoa butter and have our unique hazelnut praliné filling, made with caramelised and roasted hazelnuts, resulting in brilliantly shinning marbled shells with a divine taste.

When it comes to gourmet chocolate, Belgian chocolate delivers the world’s best experience. The meticulous attention to detail and the age-old traditions of Belgian Master-Chocolatiers deliver the superior gourmet chocolate that Belgium is known for.
What makes Guylian Belgian chocolate the best in the world?

• Guylian is made with 100 % Belgian chocolate
• We combine artisanal craftsmanship and time-honoured Belgian chocolate-making techniques alongside high tech production techniques.
• We use only the finest ingredients for our chocolate and fillings.
• We hold Belgium’s tradition and chocolate heritage in high regard.
• Our chocolate always has a well-balanced set of flavours that develop gradually, but also endure for a full sensory experience

Not only are these the most beautiful chocolates that I have ever seen they have to be the best that I ever tasted. I brought these with me Christmas day and they were a big hit. Even family who said they did not like truffles they tried them and loved them!
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Montagne Jeunesse Review

I have tried many facemasks before but I have found one that is not only affordable but it is great working as well. As being someone with a sensitive face I have to be careful of what I am putting on my face. Thats why I am glad that I found Montagne Jeunesse. You can find these masks at an ydrug store  as Walmart and Walgreens.

Fun, pampering beauty treats


Whether you enjoy looking after your skin, being pampered, or indulging in some me-time, be it alone or with friends, you will absolutely enjoy one of these ‘Life Little Pleasures’… With a huge array to choose from, our face masques are packed with the most delicious natural ingredients and are bursting with luscious fragrances. Suitable for all different skin types, there is one to suit every mood and everybody!

Montagne Jeunesse beauty treats are free of parabens, vegetarian approved and never tested on animals. So treat yourself today to a masque that will hydrate, nourish and leave your skin cleansed, smooth and glowing. Available at ULTA Beauty, Walgreen’s, Claire’s, Walmart, Kroger, CVS Pharmacies and other retailers across the US, these masques are available in a variety of succulent flavours, including:

• Cucumber Peel Off
• Passion Peel Off
• Dead Sea Mud
• Fruit Smoothie
• Strawberry Souffle
• Chocolate Mud
• And many more!

This is a great item and I will be using it again. I received this product to test through Influenster’s VoxBox program.

Keurig Coffee Maker Review

I finally received my Keurig coffee maker for a Christmas gift that both Danny and I wanted. We purchased the Platinum one and I love it. It is so easy to use and I love all of the different K-cups that  you can use with it. The machine is easy to use and we no longer waste alot of coffee every day.
The Platinum Brewing System brews a perfect cup of coffee, tea, hot cocoa or iced beverage in under one minute at the touch of a button. With an award-winning design, this brewer features a blue, backlit LCD display that allows you to program water temperature, set the digital clock, Auto On/Off and your favorite cup size. With the choice of five cup sizes, the Platinum brewer offers a removable drip tray to accommodate travel mugs.

• Fully Programmable
• Choice of 5 cup sizes (4 oz., 6 oz., 8 oz., 10 oz. and 12 oz.)
• Removable 60 oz. water reservoir
• Quiet-Brew Technology®
• Energy Savings Mode – Auto On/Off

I think it is so pretty and it is so easy to use.

It comes with a 12 kcup variety pack to sample some flavors.

If you are thinking about a new coffee then this brand is for you. I love this and so does my husband. You can also brew tea over ice with this one too. All the hot cocoa you need from this pot..I can not wait to try out more kcups. The next time I drive by a dunkin doughnuts I will definitely be stopping in to buy a pack of theirs to try.

Eucalan Review & Giveaway

This is a great eco friendly product review coming from Eucalan. Eucalan’s washes are non-toxic, biodegradable, phosphate and petro-chemical free. The packaging is recyclable, and it’s an eco-friendly alternative to dry cleaning (but test fabrics for color-fastness first).

This is a great product if you are a mom on the go. It comes in 4 different varieties. Natural, Lavender, Grapefruit , and Eucalyptus.

You can cut back water use by at least 50% using Eucalan.

The lanolin in Eucalan and the essential oils used to scent the product act as natural fabric softeners and help prevent static cling.

Automatic clothes washers account for about 20% of our total indoor water use

How To Use Eucalan

Before you begin: If this is the first time you have washed the article and the article contains more than one colour, ensure it is colourfast before immersing in water. To test for colourfast: dampen white 100% cotton cloth and press against coloured area. If colour transfers on to the white cloth, the article is not colourfast and should not be immersed in water. If it is immersed, the colours may run into one another.
Hand Wash:
Add Eucalan* to basin.
Fill basin with tepid water.
Insert article and soak for 15 min. (minimum).
Squeeze article gently to incorporate water and soap through fibres.
Pull article out of water and squeeze out excess water. Do not twist.
Follow drying instructions below.

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Machine Wash:
Front Load Machine:
Select Rinse and Spin cycle. Cold or tepid water.
Add Eucalan** to fabric softener drawer.
Load articles into machine and start cycle.
Follow drying instructions below.
Top Load Machine:
Add Eucalan** to machine.
Select gentle cycle and add cold or tepid water.
Stop machine. Add articles.
Allow to soak 15 min. (minimum).
Gently squeeze articles to incorporate soap and water through fibres.
Spin water out.

Drying:
Important: Dry all items out of direct heat and sunlight.
Lay knit articles flat on clean dry towel. Roll article in towel to remove excess moisture. Lay flat to dry on drying rack or clean dry towel.

Want to win a great gift pack that retails for $20? All of the scents are really nice!

Merry Christmas

Merry Christmas

Just wanted to send a message of Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays to all of you and your family from my family. I wanted to thank each of you for following my blog and being a subscriber. We are hoping for a great 2012 that will include the BFP we have been dreaming of. I hope you all stay safe and have a great time with your family's as I will with mine. 

My Brest Friend 3-in-1 Body Pillow Review & Giveaway

This is another review coming from My Brest Friend. I can't believe how many great products that they carry. They sent me their 3-in-1 body pillow for review and it retails for $55.95.

This is  a great product if you are pregnant or not.

Our unique Three-in-One Body Pillow makes sleeping more comfortable by conforming to your body throughout the night. The versatile shape allows you to adjust the support you need as your body changes by simply switching which side you use to align your hips. Streamlined design for maximum support and minimal use of bed space.

• Head, belly and knees are supported for a comfortable, ideal sleep position
• Custom belly wedge for maximum support while you sleep
• Extra soft cotton cover
• Removable cover for easy cleaning
• Extra soft filling
• Compact design takes up less space than traditional full body pillows



I really like this pillow and it is comfortable to sleep with. This is a good multi purpose pillow that you can use before during and after pregnancy. If you will be giving a gift to a new mom or for a baby shower you should definitely check out the line of products from My Brest Friend.

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imPRESS Press-on Manicure

Some of you may know that I received the Holiday Voxbox from Influenster. This is one of the products that was inside that I have been reviewing.

Introducing imPress Press-On Manicure by Broadway Nails, the revolutionary way to apply polish! Featuring advanced nail technology, you can get a salon-perfect manicure in seconds – simply peel off, press on, and you're done. There's no drying, a killer shine and a manicure that lasts up to a week! And, imPress is so easy to remove, you can change it up to match your mood as often as you want. Check out all 36 colors and patterns, including trendy brights, classic darks and animal prints. With imPress, your nails will always be your best accessory.

imPress Manicure retails for $5.99 for colors and $7.99 for patterns, and is available at CVS, Rite Aid, Duane Reade, KMart, Walgreens, Walmart and more. For a full list of online and in-store retailers, visit imPressManicure.com, where you can download an exclusive coupon and virtually try on all the colors and patterns!

To visit their web site and see all of their colors and patterns click here http://impressmanicure.com/. Here is the ones that I received..It is called Dancing Queen.

I really like this print and it is deffinatly something that I would of picked out for myself. It comes with everything you need to do your own nails.

It comes with many different sizes and I laid out the right sizes for each finger fore I put them on. The only thing that I do not like about these nails are they are really short and I had to file down my real nails off to be able to try these out. I would buy them if they were longer since they are so easy to use. I like the ease and the patterns they have to offer. They look so good on and I have gotten so many compliments on them in just the first few days of having them on. I have had to use some nail glue in a few spots but they are holding strong. Here is how the finished nails look.





I received this product complimentary to test through Influenster’s VoxBox program.

Milano Series Messanger Bag Review

This is a great review for all of the purse lovers just like me. I have found a great bag that is perfect for anyone. It is the Taylor Messenger bag by Milano Series and it retails for $36.50.

The Taylor Mini Messenger Bag is the perfect bag for running around town or traveling abroad and the long adjustable strap allows you to comfortably carry it across your chest. It features 3 outside zippered pockets on the front, 1 inside zippered pocket and 1 open pocket on the back making it easy to organize all your essentials! Measuring 12x3x12, the Taylor Mini Messenger Bag is made of our exclusive Matrix material and is available is Charcoal, Chocolate, Orange and Pear.

I love that it looks small but it has so many pockets that it makes it seem like a large bag. This is the perfect bag if you are going shopping or to somewhere busy where you may not want to carry a bag around. It comes in many different colors and mine is in the color Chocolate. I have gotten many compliments on how neat my purse is and they cant believe how many things fit inside. It also wears well and i like having it hang across my chest.

This is a great bag and I just love it. This would be a great gift for someone you know who loves purses of any age. I also think that my mom would love this purse as well. Milano Series carries many other products other than purses they have tote bags, lunch bags, diaper bags, photo storage, frames, jewelry boxes and many more. You need to check out their site.



I received this item for review purposes. My opinions are honest and I was not paid for this review.

Nutrisystem: Weekly Weigh in Week #6

This is my weekly weigh in for Nutrisystem. This is a very hard time of the year to lose weight with all of the Holiday's in each month.  I was able to maintain myself thru Thanksgiving with no weight gain. I am hoping to do the same for Christmas. I set myself a mini personal goal to lose 10 lbs by Christmas...Do you think I will make it? Well lets see what the scale said this week.

Which is a loss of 2lbs this week! For a total weight loss of......10.2 lbs...I am so excited!!! I made my goal 3 days before Christmas so there is a possibility of more loss before then. I hope to at least maintain this weight thru to my next weigh in. I am dreaming of the time I step on to the scale and it will say 139. After this month I will be stepping up the loss and trying to get a gym membership.

Want to lose weight and get healthy on Nutrisystem? Join today by clicking on the link or calling 1-888-853-4689.

Disclosure: Nutrisystem is providing their food and program to me free of charge in exchange for blogging about my experience as part of the Nutrisystem Nation Blogger Program. All opinions are my own and your results may vary.

Belly Buds Review

This review is a great find for all mommies to be. I wish I would of found this when I was pregnant with Brendan. This great product find is called Belly Buds which retail for $49.99.



Your Deluxe Bellybuds® set includes:

1 set of Bellybuds Bellyphones®
to share prenatal music and voices with your baby anytime, anywhere

4 sets of Hydrogel Adhesive Ringsto secure the bellybuds to the unique and changing curves of your belly

1 set of Silicon Covers
that dampen the external sound so you play to your baby, not your neighbors

1 Storage Pouchto take your bellybuds anywhere

1 Audio Splitterso you can hear the same audio as your baby

Bellybuds® make an ideal pregnancy or baby shower gift. Play prenatal music or the recorded voices of loved ones to the womb using VoiceShareTM, our FREE voice recording platform at bellybuds dot com. Bellybuds are specialized, wearable speakers for expectant mothers that have been uniquely designed to conveniently and safely allow the playing of music and voices to a developing child in the womb. Bellybuds consist of two modular bellyphones that gently adhere to the varying curvature of a growing belly with skin-safe, form-fitting hydrogel adhesive rings. With its comfortable belt-less design that is all but invisible under clothing, expectant mothers may now bond with and share the pleasure of music and voices with their child in virtually any location. Bellybuds plug into any standard digital music player or sound device and are easily transportable. Now every mom-to-be can enjoy audio in utero on the go! For more information, links to research and special product offers visit "bellybuds" online. Included with your purchase of bellybuds: One pair of Bellybuds bellyphones®One pair of sound-dampening covers Four sets of hydrogel adhesive rings One audio splitter for simultaneous listening One carry pouch with belt clip

Features:

Play music and voices to your baby in the womb Plugs into all common digital music players and computers, splitter included for simultaneous listening Play voices to baby-to-be from dad or grandma! Great for adoptive/surrogacy couples! Helps turn a breech baby I really love this product and cant wait to use it for our next baby. I received this product for review purposes. My opinions are honest and I was not paid for this review.

Midwest Dairy Coucil Tips & Giveaway

Family Togetherness
For Midwestern dairy farm moms, mealtime provides a cherished opportunity to create family memories. They have a couple tips on how to maximize family time during this busy season:

• We use holiday mealtime to have real conversations as a family. No cell phones are allowed! Sit down at the table (not in front of the tv), share a tasty meal and talk about your day or the things you are most thankful for. — Susan Anglin, Anglin Dairy
• To squeeze in extra family bonding during busy days, I encourage my kids to get in the kitchen and help out. Don’t worry about making a mess; it’s creating traditions and memories that are most important. — Shannon Squibb, Topwinds Dairy

Entertaining Made Easy
Entertaining is often a major component of the holidays for all families. To help keep your guests happy (and full!), Midwest dairy farm moms share tips and favorite recipes:

• Cheese trays make a tasty and nutritious appetizer. To add seasonal flair, buy cheese in block form and use holiday cookie cutters to create festive shapes; save the scraps for casseroles. — Barb Liebenstein, Wolf Creek Dairy
• My holiday guests always seem to be craving something pumpkin flavored. I have a few go-to recipes that are fresh and unexpected: Pumpkin Cheesecake Shake, Pumpkin Pancakes, and my personal favorite, Pumpkin Pie Squares. — Susan Anglin, Anglin Dairy

I was sent a great prize pack that consists of  a festive baking dish from Crate & Barrel, $30 value, hot pad; and Pumpkin Pie Squares recipe card.




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Splendipity Review

This review is coming from Splendipity. I was sent their Peapod Snuzzle me which retails for $46.99.

Invented by a mom, approved by moms using our Ultra-Soft Cotton Technology manufacturing process that ensures all fabrics are touchably soft, as well as safe, non-toxic and gentle enough for baby’s delicate skin. All universal covers are 100% organic, environmentally friendly. Features: Soft, breathable, non-toxic 7 products in 1 Universal Design fits most standard car seats and products Machine Washable Reversible.

Splendipity is THE ORIGINAL reversible carseat cover. Splendipity has multiple uses, with one simple, affordable solution! Use Splendipity as:

Infant Car Seat Cover Stroller Cover Shopping Cart Cover Nursing Shawl

Car Seat Shade Swing Cover High Chair Cover

I was also sent a set of their Burp cloths which retail for $12.00. 100% Organic Our innovative burp design gives a whole new meaning to “burp” times for babies. Our burps fit just right on the shoulder for that perfect protection, no bulk and easily portable for the mom on the go. Ultra-Soft Cotton TechnologyTM Double-sided, reversible: Fleece Like natural color with jersey like colored side Dimensions: 19.25in x 6.5in. These are super soft and just the right size. They are really absorbent also. Either one of these products would also make a great gift to any new mom. I received these items for review purposes. My opinions are honest and I was not paid for this review.