tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-77113214091157814192024-03-12T19:40:59.458-07:00The Reynolds Mom - Sacramento, Roseville, California BloggerSacramento Area Mommy Blogger from Rocklin, California, writing reviews for organic, natural, eco friendly, green products and local events and services. Northern California Blogger!Ashley Rhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00691749521137302333noreply@blogger.comBlogger1080125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7711321409115781419.post-73646157209461190182015-12-25T08:00:00.000-08:002015-12-26T22:13:35.838-08:00Merry Christmas & Happy New Year<div style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif; text-align: center;">
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holiday season marks a special time of festive occasions surrounded by
friends and family. It's a wonderful time to count the blessings we
have, to recount Jesus' birth at Christmas, and to reflect on another
year behind us. </span></span></div>
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season is especially sweet for me as I get to bask in the joy of having
a baby again. Another little one to spoil and to share my favorite time
of year with! There's something a bit magical about this time of year. Throwing on some Christmas music, decorating the tree and sipping apple cider while wrapping some presents. The chilly days just make me want to snuggle with my kiddos on the couch all day long!</span></span></div>
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From our family to yours, may you have a wonderful Christmas and safe New Years. </div>
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Ashley Rhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00691749521137302333noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7711321409115781419.post-49774552191575345992015-12-23T21:59:00.000-08:002015-12-26T22:00:24.020-08:00Be Money-Wise in 2016 With a Toyota Prius {Review}<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">The Reynolds family got to test drive a 2015 Toyota Prius for a week, and it was mostly business for me. And, besides the lack of 4x4 off-road capabilities, the Prius did incredibly well at getting me to work, going to the store, driving the kids around, all while avoiding the gas station. <br /><br />I figured with all the money I saved on gas, I could easily afford to rent a truck for the one or five times a year I truly need to haul something around. (Ok, in reality for me, 1-5 times a decade is a lot). </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">The car is truly spacious. We simulated a trip to Costco and Trader Joe’s and unbelievably, the car seemed to have just as much usable space as our compact SUV. </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">We also simulated a father son camping trip. The hatchback is truly versatile, it makes a small car feel much larger. Our neighbors have a couple of the Prius C, they take it to the snow covered mountains quite often.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">The car we tested had every creature comfort imaginable, some features were quirky, and I truly did not know what to do with the space. Enter in my bowl of granola, there’s also a spot for minimally packaged soymilk under the center console. Did you notice the bamboo spoon? I know you did. </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">I don’t know how much I can believe the center dash computer, but I averaged on my commute about 25 miles per hour on the freeway (that sad fact I can confirm) and 63 miles per gallon. My current commuter car gets about 25 miles per gallon. I figured that I saved about $3.00 a day in gas alone. It may not seem like a lot, but I like to think about those three extra dollars in terms of hamburgers. I can only imagine the next Toyota commercial I see on TV… Buy a Prius, get 10,000 hamburgers over your driving lifetime! I am only kidding, but its kinda sorta true.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Now, if Toyota would only let me test drive the Toyota Tacoma Off-Road, I can only imagine how many fewer hamburgers I would eat. <br /><br />Enter The Reynolds Dad Dream Sequence: <br /><br />“Dear The Reynolds Mom, please let me buy a Toyota Tacoma. It’s just like going on a diet. I read an article online about it. Your husband will be even hotter in that truck!” </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Errrp (that's how I write the sound of brakes), in reality, sometimes there is a choice to be practical. 99.99% of my driving is in town, on the highway, in the city and on paved roads. The Prius is not going to be the envy of the guy parked next to me at Bass Pro Shops. However, I’ll know I am doing my part to conserve so generations can enjoy the outdoors forever in our country. USA! USA! USA! <br /><br />I just got the sudden urge to ditch all my cars and get on a horse. Giddy up! <br /> </span></span><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjAfJYSzxW3ns5q36fxmJooxKoYP6juTSkNKiCevOMi9P0MiclpyzDrxbSC5yv8dSDwinEbj0U0V6j9iUSjg61jCHk3ZS0zAMgMmnp3ZpgecZoWm_k8x0yAI4JQ4qS_kGLNVj8GTNNcS38/s1600/Sig+.jpg" /></span></span><br />
Ashley Rhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00691749521137302333noreply@blogger.com16tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7711321409115781419.post-34040078279366361702015-12-11T10:00:00.000-08:002015-12-11T10:00:05.095-08:00Best Buy Revamps Santa Rosa Store Just in Time for Holiday Shopping Season #BestBuySanFran<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">On our visit to see family for Thanksgiving, we stopped by the newly revamped Best Buy store in Santa Rosa, California. Best Buy remodeled all 21 San Francisco area stores over the summer, spending $10 million dollars on enhancements, just in time for the busy holiday season. Keeping up with the latest and great in technology, new shopping features now provide customers with more choice in appliances, a best-in-class home theater shopping experience and new shopping areas from top brands.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">The Santa Rosa store now features one of eight San Francisco Pacific Kitchen &<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"> </span>Home stores, where customers can get premium brands like Wolf, Viking, Miele and Bosch. For customers looking for a truly custom kitchen, shoppers can work with a Pacific Sales representative to design an entire space that fits their needs. I've gotta say that I was absolutely drooling over the gorgeous kitchens displayed in this new department.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Since 1995, Best Buy has invested nearly $300 million within our communities. They focus their giving on programs that leverage technology to inspire and engage teens and help them prepare for college and careers. In the San Francisco Bay area, Best Buy has partnered with many organizations that help to bridge the gap in digital literacy and help teens develop 21st century skills to prepare for the future. Two thumbs up to Best Buy for their continued commitment to local communities and helping youth thrive. </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">With Christmas just three weeks away, shopping for gifts is in full force around here. My favorite gifts to shop for are the kids' toys. I consider it so much fun to go into a store to see and touch the toys I'm considering. I feel like <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">a kid again, on the hunt for the best toy out there!</span></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Not every toy lives up to it's promises and with so many toy options out there it's important to <b>do your research</b><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"> and <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b>find reviews from other parents</b>.<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"> </span>That's what I've done here with my to<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">p 10 baby toy picks at buybuy BABY<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">. <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">M<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">y picks are mostly toys that we own<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"> already and high<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">ly re<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">commend. <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">A few are toys that we will own after opening gifts on Christmas mor<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">ning, and <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">a couple are on our wishlist still<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">. </span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">I chose a few gift options in the more pricey range, but most are affordable for all budgets. I've made it easy for you to<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">choose a gift that <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">works for you<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">! </span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">A few notes before you shop. First, consider the age of the baby you're shopping for, and what is developmentally appropriate. Baby toys these days will typically have the appropriate age range listed on the product packaging or online listing. Some toys will absolutely work for young babies all the way into toddlerhood, and those are definitely my favorite.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Also, consider that your gift doesn't necessarily need to light up, use batteries or make a ton of noise to be exciting. Sure, those things are great (and we own plenty), but sometimes going simple is just as good. Some of baby girl's favorite toys are simple stacking cups that she loves to knock over, and a stuffed toy green bean that she loves to chew on. </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><br />So without further ado, here are my top ten baby toy picks from buybuy BABY this holiday season.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">1. <b>My Busy World Cube by ALEX Toys</b> - $69.99 </span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Five bright and colorful sides of exciting activities will captivate and engage your little one. This sturdy wood cube features curvy bead mazes, peek-a-boo doors, spin and match animals, turn and learn ABC tiles and racing vehicle rollers. Baby girl enjoys this cube very much! It has so many components to it that she'll probably discover something new every time she plays with it for quite a while. <a href="http://www.buybuybaby.com/store/product/alex-reg-toys-my-busy-world-cube/1017927000?Keyword=alex+wood+cube">Buy it now</a>.</span></span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"> </span></span></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">2. <b>Jiggypotamus by kiddopotamus</b> - </span></span></span></span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">$19.99</span></span></span></span></span></span><br />Kiddopotamus is a new line from Summer Infant! This toy is a cuddly plush that jiggles, shakes, and giggles when squeezed. Baby girl was a bit unsure of this one at first, but now thinks it's quite hilarious! Sure to delight your baby and toddler alike, get ready for plenty of laughs! <a href="http://www.buybuybaby.com/store/product/kiddopotamus-reg-jiggypotamus-in-blue/1044624682?Keyword=kiddopotamus" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Buy it now</a>. </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">3<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">. </span><b>PortaPlay Convertible Activity Center by Oribel</b> - $149.99</span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">This impressive activity center is a boun<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">cer and activity table too, making i<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">t a versatile </span></span></span></span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">gift</span></span></span></span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"> and a </span>cost-effective<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"> </span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">product</span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">. It features a unique forest theme, 5 clip<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">-</span>on toys <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">with a unique f<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">ore<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">st theme, <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">and it <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">all folds <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">flat</span> for space-saving storage and<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"> easy po<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">rtability. </span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span><a href="http://www.buybuybaby.com/store/product/oribel-portaplay-trade-forest-friends-convertible-activity-center/1045149726?Keyword=wood+toys" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Buy it now</a>. </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">4. <b>Whoozit Space Blankie by Manhattan Toy</b> - $14.99</span></span></span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">A fun</span> blankie <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">with</span> two spinning rattle balls, a discovery mirror and a teething corner. Perfect for <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">all babies, especially<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"> </span>those<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"> </span>just learning to grasp toy<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">s a<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">nd </span>be<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">gin to develop</span> fine motor skills. It </span>clips to activity <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">ce<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">nters and </span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">car seats <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">too</span></span></span></span>. </span></span></span><a href="http://www.buybuybaby.com/store/product/manhattan-toy-reg-whoozit-space-blankie/1044085124?Keyword=hape" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Buy it now</a><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">.</span> </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">5. <b>Have It All Ball by kiddopotamus</b> - $14.99<br />Let baby explore the color, texture, sounds and ribbons of this new toy from kiddopotamus! The leaves crinkle, the ball squeaks, and there's a mirror too. Give it a big squeeze and a monkey pops up from the middle. Baby girl loves the different textures on this toy, which is a nice large size for little hands. <a href="http://www.buybuybaby.com/store/product/kiddopotamus-reg-have-it-all-ball/1044624644?Keyword=kiddopotamus" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Buy it now</a>. </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">6. <b>Parum Pum Pum Drum by B.</b> - $34.99<br />This highly rated instrument set by B. is bound to <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">c<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">reate lasting memories o<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">f musical creativity with your baby.</span></span> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">The set i</span></span>ncludes silly centipede
drumsticks, jingle bell ants, a busy bee maraca and clacker, a cute
caterpillar tambourine and 2 shaka-shaka eggs<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"> which <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">conveniently</span> fit in<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">side the drum. </span></span><a href="http://www.buybuybaby.com/store/product/b-parum-pum-pum-drum/1017609564?categoryId=32097">Buy it now</a>.</span></span></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">7. <b>Bandana Buddies Animal Activity Toy in Ellie the Elephant by SKIP*HOP</b> - $14.99</span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">This guy is a great size and full of <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">exciting </span>textures, patterns, and sounds<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">. It </span>features a teether, rattle ring, and mirror too<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">!</span> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Attach to the car seat for on<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">-th<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">e-go entertainment or keep in the play room, this (and all the animal characters in this line from SKIP*HOP) are sure to be <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">one of <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">baby's favorite plush toys. </span></span></span></span></span><a href="http://www.buybuybaby.com/store/product/skip-hop-reg-bandana-buddies-animal-activity-toy-in-ellie-the-elephant/1043033560?categoryId=30527" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Buy it now</a>. <br /><br /> </span></span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">8. <b>Activity Garden by Little Tikes</b> - $79.99<br />This interactive play center transforms into an open two-sided play environment. It features </span></span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">a Tap-a-Tune piano, shape-sorter mailbox, open-close window
shutters, movable telescope, crawl-through obstacle course and more. Plenty of play opportunities make this an excellent gift choice that will grow with your baby into toddlerhood. Baby girl will be getting this as her "big gift" on Christmas morning! <a href="http://www.buybuybaby.com/store/product/little-tikes-reg-activity-garden/1042641377?Keyword=little+tikes+activity+garden" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Buy it now</a>.</span></span><br />
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unique take on stacking cups, this set is a new family favorite in our
home. These cups stack, nest, and fit together to form balls that really
roll. A cute yellow ball that jingles adds another element of fun. The
cups are different shapes and have numbers too, which create <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">so many</span>
possibilities in this one somewhat simple toy. </span><span style="font-size: small;"><a href="http://www.buybuybaby.com/store/product/fisher-price-reg-stack-roll-cups/1015354097?Keyword=fisher+price+cups" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Buy it now</a>. </span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><br />10. <b>Sit-To-Stand Learning Walker by VTech</b> - $34.99 </span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Music, lights, and plenty to do will engage your little one with this walker, a popular choice by parents. Baby girl LOVES sitting up to use it at the moment, but will be pushing it around as she learns to walk soon enough! The play panel is removable for use on the ground during tummy time also. It features three spinning flowers, five piano keys, colorful rollers, three light-up shape sorters and a telephone handset. <a href="http://www.buybuybaby.com/store/product/v-tech-reg-sit-to-stand-learning-walker-trade/1015948205?Keyword=vtech+walker">Buy it now</a>. </span></span><br />
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Ashley Rhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00691749521137302333noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7711321409115781419.post-84154661749605074812015-11-29T23:08:00.000-08:002015-11-30T07:48:50.459-08:00Personalized Holiday Gift Ideas from Minted {Giveaway - Ends 12/7} <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">It's the season of giving! Are you out of ideas for anyone yet? <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">A</span> personalized gift is always a thoughtful choice, and one that's easy to create with Minted this holiday season. <br /> </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif; font-size: small;"><a href="http://www.minted.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Minted</a> is a marketplace of beautiful stationery, home decor, photo gifts and more, <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">with designs</span> </span><span style="font-size: small;">powered by a global community of independent artists.<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"> T<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">hey're<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"> well known <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">for their <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">large selection of <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">custom</span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"> photo<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"> cards, in case you<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"> haven't sent your<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"> Christmas cards </span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">out yet. <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Personally, my</span> fa<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">vorite products <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">from Minted are their personalized gifts<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">. <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Let's highlight a few of my favorites!</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Notebooks, Address Books & Day Planners</span></b></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Choose from hundreds of cover options, select the interior pages and binding type, and customize as needed to include a photo, the recipient's name or other text. My personal favorite is the <a href="http://www.minted.com/journals?it_category=n_gifts&it_id=c2i1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">person<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">alized </span>notebooks</a>, which I have personalized and given to several of my friends and family. I have even made several for myself! They are a wonderful size (5.5" by 8.5") and are great for list-making and record-keeping. I currently have one designate for everything homeschooling related, and another for personal notes. </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Give <a href="http://www.minted.com/gifts/personalized-stationery?it_category=n_paperie&it_id=c1i9ps" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">stationery</a> with a monogram, floral masterpiece or bold design. Personalize it with the recipient's name so they can send correspondence in style. There are options for him, her, and even for kids. Stationery can be <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">foil-pressed and there are shap<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">e options <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">to choose <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">from if you'd like something other than a typical rectangle. <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Stationery <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">is</span></span></span></span></span></span> printed on luxurious paper and delivered in an embossed white gift box.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-size: large;"><b><i><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">About H<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">eilala Vanilla</span></span></i></b></span><br /><i><a href="http://www.heilalavanilla.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Heilala Vanilla</a> began as an aid project over eight years ago, when a vanilla plantation was established by a New Zealand family, in partnership with a local family from the village of Utungake in Vava’u, Kingdom of Tonga. In 2005 the first crop was harvested and brought back to New Zealand, and was snapped up by local chefs. <br /><br />Since these small beginnings and a first harvest of 40kg of dried vanilla pods, Heilala Vanilla has grown spectacularly, harvesting 3.5 tonne of vanilla in 2011. This has had a significant impact on the local community, providing employment and infrastructure. <br /><br />Products are sold into specialty food retail and fine dining establishments and gourmet food manufacturers. Markets have been established in New Zealand, Australia, Malaysia, Singapore and the United States. <br /><br />Retired New Zealand dairy farmer John Ross and his son-in-law Garth Boggiss, who has a horticultural background, have built up a vast knowledge of growing this very specialised crop by meeting and visiting vanilla growers in many parts of the world (including Tahiti, Reunion Is and Costa Rica). A plantation in both Tonga and in Tauranga has enabled a complete focus on the intricacies of growing vanilla. </i></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">I received <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">a couple Heilala Vanilla products</span> to <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">sample for myself<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">.</span> The <a href="http://www.heilalavanilla.com/collections/vanilla-syrup" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Vanilla Sy</a><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><a href="http://www.heilalavanilla.com/collections/vanilla-syrup" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">rup</a> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">is<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">a sweet<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">syrup with a base of vanilla <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">extract, vanilla bean and sugar. It's contains a whole vanilla bean so the rich vani<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">lla will <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">be present until the last drop. The syrup is great for adding to coffee and other beverages, smoothies,<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"> </span>and as a topping on <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">pancakes <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">or desserts. <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">It has a true s<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">yrup</span> consi<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">stency and smells deliciously rich and <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">fragrant.</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">The </span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><a href="http://www.heilalavanilla.com/collections/vanilla-sugar" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Pure Vanilla Bean Sugar</a> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">is just sugar, powdered vanilla beans and v<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">anil<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">la <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">extra<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">ct. </span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">It has <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">a <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">strong </span>vanilla essence throughout that <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">is fabulous on or in cookies, cakes, pastries, a<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">nd other baked goods<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">. </span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"> </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Looking for a super simple vanilla-infused dessert for the holidays? This homemade custard using Heilala Vanilla beans and sugar are sure to impress your party guests.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-size: large;"><b>Vanilla Custard by the glass</b></span> </span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Makes: 2 ½ cups</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><b>Ingredients:</b><br />1 Heilala Vanilla Bean, split</span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">2 cups full cream milk<br />6 egg yolks<br />2 tablespoons super fine sugar</span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">1 tablespoon Heilala Vanilla sugar for sprinkling</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><b>Directions:</b><br />Scrape the vanilla bean seeds into the milk in a heavy-based saucepan. Add the vanilla bean and heat until the milk is hot but not boiling. Leave to infuse for 5-10 minutes.<br /><br />In a bowl mix together the egg yolks and sugar, then add the infused milk, stirring constantly. Wipe out the saucepan and return the mixture.<br /><br />Cook over a low to moderate heat, stirring constantly until the custard thickens enough to lightly coat the wooden spoon. <br /><br />Pour custard into a clean bowl, sprinkle with vanilla sugar to prevent a skin forming. Leave to cool, then cover and refrigerate. Remove vanilla bean before serving.<br /><br />Serve vanilla custard in glasses or pour into a jug and serve with poached fruit.</span></span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><br /> </span></span><br />
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through Medela Recycles. </span></span><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">The
end goal is to provide NICU mothers with the same high-quality
equipment they use at the hospital during their stay at a </span></span><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">RMHC House</span></span>. </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">The mothers who are parting with their pumps
are providing a new mother with a baby in the NICU, the support and equipment she
needs to continue to provide breastmilk for her baby. To date, there have been <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">over</span> 8,000 pumps recycled as Medela strives to meet a goal of 12,000 recycled
pumps this year.<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"> Can you help Med<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">ela reach that goal?</span></span></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">I use a <span class="il">Medela</span> Pump In Style and have been very
happy with it<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">.</span> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">I love seeing </span>that there is a recycling program in place
for when I'm done with my pump. </span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">I also still have the</span> pump I used with Buddy<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">. It's s<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">itting in a box...<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">somewhere. <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">I wish it were a Medela pump that could be recycle<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">d and help contribute to this great program. </span></span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif; font-size: small;">I love that Medela is helping </span><span style="font-size: small;">families reach their breastfeeding goals in the midst of difficult circumstances!</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">To find out more about Medela Recycles and to recycle your used Medela pump, visit <a href="http://www.medelabreastfeedingus.com/medela-recycles">Medelabreastfeedingus.com/medela-recycles</a>.</span></span><br />
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Ashley Rhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00691749521137302333noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7711321409115781419.post-74016383216461106042015-11-20T06:30:00.000-08:002015-11-20T08:37:40.711-08:00Shopping for a Video Baby Monitor at buybuy BABY<div style="text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">With <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">our</span> outdated <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">audio baby monitor <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">becoming increasingly unreliable<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">, <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">I</span> recently began researching the world of video baby monitors. </span></span></span></span>I<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"> must admi<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">t that sometim<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">es I <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">find <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">electronics</span> a bit overwhe<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">lming<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">, especially when there are so many options to choose from. <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">I suppose I'm a bit technology<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">-</span>challenged<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">! </span></span>Options are great, but only when you know what you'<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">re looking for<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">.</span> </span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Knowing that <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">bu</span>ybuy<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"> BABY <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">has not let me<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"> down in the past</span></span>, I knew they c<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">ou</span>ld help me sort <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">through all the video monitors. </span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">P</span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">roduct</span> expert Desiree at <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">my local <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">buybuy BABY was amazing! <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">She walked me through all the <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">important features <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">to look for</span> </span></span></span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">and helped me understand each one so I could </span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">narrow down <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">all my</span> options</span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">. Ultimately I walked out feeling confident that I <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">chose</span></span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"> the best <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">video monitor</span> for my family. </span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Buying a</span> video baby monito<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">r has been on my to<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">-do list for a while now. </span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">The added security of <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">rea<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">l-time video is certainly comforting<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"> and definitely <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">an overdue upgrade from our previous audio-only monitor. </span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Although baby girl sleep<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">s in our room, <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">there are times each day that I'm not in there with <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">her. <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">And k</span>eeping the bedroom door open while she sleeps is just not very practical when big brother <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">is busy playing <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">and I have <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">cho<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">res to tend to<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">! I needed a<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"> simpl<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">e </span>video monitor that i<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">s practical for<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"> use during naps and at night for a couple <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">hours before I go to bed. </span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span><b><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"> </span></b></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">What <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">features <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">should you look</span> for in a video mon<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">it<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">or?</span></span></span></span></b> I've gotta say that their are pros and cons to each of them, so it's important<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"> to consider your s<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">leeping si<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">tuation <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">and de</span></span></span></span>cide what features<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"> </span>you need before you buy. I'd recommend reading online reviews and asking your mommy friends about their monitors too. While all video monitors <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">include</span> pretty standard features<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">, these are the features I <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">found most important to consider. </span></span> </span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><b>WiFi & HD</b> - </span></span>These are the two biggest things in the world of video monitors right now. With WiFi you can access the monitors feed through your smartphone via
an app like Hubble for Motorola. This allows parents to use their smartphones as the parent unit from anywhere you get a WiFi signal. This might be a useful feature for parents who want to check in on baby while they're at work. If you have an unreliable WiFi connection at home you may not want to select a WiFi monitor. WiFi monitors also have HD, but there are HD options that do not utilize WiFi. Both WiFi and HD are more costly <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">too.</span> </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b>Infrared Night Vision </b>- This ensures a clear view of your baby at night, without <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">any lights<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">. <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">In a dark room, this is a <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">super important<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"> feature. </span></span></span></span></span><b> </b></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b>Pan, Tilt & Zoom</b> - While zoom is pretty standard, pan and tilt are nice to have. At this point I have only used the pan and tilt to set up our monitor in the right spot, but it will be awesome for scanning the room when my daughter's a toddler and sneaking out of bed to play during nap time.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><b>Room Temperature Display</b> - Keeping baby at <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">a <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">comfortable</span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">temp<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">erature is important for safety reasons but also to en<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">sure <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">restful sleep. <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">I know i<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">n my home th<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">ere <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">are hot spots and cold spots depending on the time <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">of <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">day<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"> and also the time of year.<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"> This feature <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">gives parents import<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">ant information without having to go into baby's room. </span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span><br />
<b><br /><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Two-way Audio <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">C</span>ommunic</span><span style="font-size: small;">ation</span></span></span></span></b><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"> - Although I don't quite see th<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">e absolute need for this<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"> feature, some parents might like being able to talk or sing to baby without going <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">into the <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">room. </span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><b><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">M</span>ovement <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">D</span>etection <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">&</span> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">S</span>ound <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">A</span>ctivation </b>- <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">V</span>ideo monitors with th<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">ese features will turn off the <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">live video <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">and/or audio<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"> after a designated period of time unless motion or sound are detected. This <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">conserves the<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"> battery <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">life of the parent unit, and also </span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span> </span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span><br />
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<b><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Screen <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Size <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">& Cl<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">arity</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></b><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"> - </span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Some screens <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">on these video monitors are pretty tiny. <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">I personally <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">prefer a monitor with <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">a 3-inch minimum screen size<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">. Seeing <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">video monitors in person at your local buybuy BABY is really your best bet<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"> to ensure you get a monitor with <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">a good clear picture, although <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">none that I saw <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">were less than average. </span></span></span></span></span> </span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><b>Additional Cameras</b> - Some monitors allow you to add extra cameras<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"> if <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">needed<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">, and still <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">view <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">and control them with one parent unit. </span></span></span></span></span></span></span><br />
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</span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><br /> After weighing all the great options at buybuy BABY, we chose the <a href="http://www.buybuybaby.com/store/product/motorola-reg-mbp36s-wireless-enhanced-2-way-audio-baby-monitor-with-3-5-inch-digital-screen/3258387?Keyword=Motorola+MBP36S">Motorola MBP36S</a> digital video baby monitor. It features a decent 3.5-Inch Color LCD Screen, pan, tilt, 2X zoom, infrared night vision, room temperature display and two-way audio communication. The baby unit even has five lullabies to soothe baby (controlled by the parent unit), and has a large range of up to 600 feet. This monitor has the option of adding additional cameras if we need to add any in the future, and has a power-saving mode that can be set to turn off the live video portion after 5, 30, or 60 minutes so you don't drain the battery if not plugged in. There are alerts if you are out-of-range from the baby unit, and also if you have a low battery on the parent unit. </span></span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif; font-size: small;"><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: xx-small;"><br />This particular video monitor does not have are movement detection and sound activation. When the live video on the parent unit is in power-saving mode (audio will still be on), it will not automatically turn back on if movement or sound are detected. This could be a major drawback for some, but you have to just press the video button to turn it back on. </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: xx-small;">The Motorola MBP36S has more features than I probably need for the little use I require, but I like the large screen size and the pan/tilt capability in particular. The video is really clear during the day and night. One thing that I don't like about this monitor is that the parent unit will beep when you turn it on if the baby unit is off. Ummm, that's no good. So we just keep the baby unit on all the time now to avoid waking up baby girl if we turn off the baby unit. Overall I do like this monitor though and I feel like this monitor is pretty intuitive, even for a technology-challenged mom like me. The price is also pretty reasonable for a video monitor. </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">I received this <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">beautiful bouquet of hy<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">drangeas on my doorstep several weeks ago<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">. Isn't it amazing!? </span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">The delicate <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">nature of hydrangeas seemed like a risky choice for sending flowers via mail, <span style="font-family: 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Ashley Rhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00691749521137302333noreply@blogger.com10tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7711321409115781419.post-610314179652549272015-11-12T07:00:00.000-08:002015-11-12T07:00:06.249-08:00Keep Your Baby Close With An Arm's Reach Co-Sleeper {Giveaway - Ends 11/25}<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Bringing home a brand new baby comes with enough worry and anxiety. Feeling comfortable with where they will sleep doesn't have to be add to it. If there's one thing I absolutely could not live without with a newborn, it would be an Arm's Reach Co-Sleeper. <br /></span></span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"></span>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: xx-small;">I received complimentary product for review purposes. All opinions are 100% my own. </span></span></span></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">When we b<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">rought home baby girl this past March, <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">we were exhausted. <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">I laid her in her Co-Sleeper next to me, and we drifted off to sleep.<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">When she woke to nurse, I simply sat up, lifted her out of her Co-Sleeper and nursed her. I didn't even have to get out of bed!! <i>T</i><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><i>his</i><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">, THIS, <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">was a beautiful thing I had <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">not ex<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">perienced with Buddy. </span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span> </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">When Buddy was born, we live<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">d in a on<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">e-bed<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">r<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">oom apar<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">tment with<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"> his <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">crib on the other side<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"> of the room. I naively thought I had no need for a <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">bassinet<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"> </span>type of <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">pro<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">duct<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">. Hindsight is always 20/20, right? <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Looking back I would have probably <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">had an easier recover<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">y and a better <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">chance a<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">t breastfeeding directly instead of <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">pumping for <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">that first</span> year.<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"> Getting in an<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">d out of bed<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">so often after birth </span>(especially w<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">hile recovering from a c-section) is <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">not at all ideal. </span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Recommended by leading pediatricians and sleep research experts Dr. James J. McKenna Ph. D and Dr. William Sears, the <a href="https://www.armsreach.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Arm's Reach</a> Co-Sleeper is a bassinet that attaches flush to your bedside. A lowered side gives you quick, easy access to your baby, while giving your baby a separate, safe sleep environment. <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">The entire Co-Sleeper is portable and travels quite well. </span></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">There are four breathable mesh sides, a 4-inch sleeping nest height, and patented attachment strap and plate to securely attach the Co-Sleeper to your bed. Several pockets and the entire area underneath the mattress give plenty of storage space. The mattress is firm yet comfortable for baby, and comes with a removable, washable sheet. Additional sheets and mattresses are available, including some organic options.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Co-sleeping has numer<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">ous benefits<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"> for mom and baby<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">. </span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Keeping baby close is important to promote bonding, <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">help baby feel secure</span>, and t</span>hose first few weeks are especially crucial <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">in</span> es<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">tablishing <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">your milk supply <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">for brea<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">st<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">feeding<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">.</span> </span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">It saved my sanity every night when sleep deprivation would rear it's ugly head. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">By having <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">baby girl<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"> just an arm's reach away</span>, I could quickly <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">respond to her needs without having to get out of bed. <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">And <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">s</span></span>urely I'm not the only mom that found it <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">necessary</span> to make sure their baby was breathing a bazillion times at <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">night<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">!</span></span></span></span></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">After a few weeks I found it more comfortable to breastfeed sitting in my rocking chair than rearranging pillows to nurse in bed in the middle of the night. But to avoid the sleep-deprived walk to the living room, I moved my rocking chair into my room, right next to the Co-Sleeper. Night feeds <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">are a total breeze this way, even when most nights take an hour for <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">baby girl to go back down.</span></span></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">This particular model is the <a href="https://www.armsreach.com/shop/co-sleeper_bassinets/mini-arc-cosleeper" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Mini Arc Co-Sleeper</a>, and converts to a free-standing bassinet when the lowered side is raised up and secured. There are other models available that are larger than this and also convert to a playard for extended use past the bassinet stage.</span></span>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Our</span> Arm's Reach Co-Sleeper has be<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">en <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><i>amazing</i> for our family. </span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">While we found<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"> </span></span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">bed-sharing</span> necessary a few hours <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">here and there after the first couple months,<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"> </span></span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">co-sleeping <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">was and is still <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">the best way for us all to get the most restful, safe<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"> sleep. </span></span></span></span></span></span></span> </span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Baby girl finally outgrew <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">her Co-<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Sleeper </span></span></span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">nearly a month ago, which was actually quite bitter<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">sweet<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">!</span> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Into her crib she went<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">. But, <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">I'm not too sad because we actual<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">ly moved the crib into our room, <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">right next to our be<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">d! So much for a nursery...but I love having my baby girl so close. And <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">she does too.</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span><br /> </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Ultimate Swaddle Blanket<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">s are<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"> soft, <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">warm, and<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"> generously sized<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">at 42<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">" x 42". </span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">M</span>ade in the USA from premium<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"> 100%</span> cotton flannel</span></span>, they breathe better than <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">swaddl<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">ing <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">products made from sythe<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">ntic fibers, thus pro<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">viding a safe<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">r sleeping environment for baby. The b<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">lankets feature a 123 Swaddle instructional tag, mak<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">ing swaddling an easier task fo<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">r <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">new parents<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">. </span></span></span></span>SwaddleD<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">esigns <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">is an</span> advocate of safe sleep practices, promotin<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">g the SwaddleDesigns <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Goldilocks <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Guide - <i>Baby should </i><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><i>not be too hot or too co<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">ld</span>, but just right - comfortabl</i><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><i>y warm</i>. </span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span> </span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">I tested many swaddle blankets with baby girl. I loved most of them (each for different reasons), but my favorite for swaddling at night were the Ultimate Swaddle Blankets from SwaddleDesigns. I also used these when Buddy was a baby, if that gives any indication of just how much I love these blankets. The 100% cotton flannel doesn't stretch like a muslin blanket does, so I found it to be much more difficult for my babies to escape their cozy swaddle. </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Swaddling has many benefits, which I have personally experienced with both of my children. Swaddled babies tend to sleep better and for longer stretches due to the snug environment, similar to the womb. This always helps decrease the instance of the startle reflex, which does not begin to decrease until around six months of age. There were many times swaddling helped to calm my children when they were simply overtired and needed extra help calming down so they could sleep. </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Although the Ultimate Swaddle Blankets are amazing for cool weather, I even swaddled baby girl every night in one through the summer. A onsie underneath was all she needed, and she was comfy all night. During the cooler months I find the SwaddleDesigns Ultimate Swaddle Blankets to be an absolute essential. Winter is coming so get yours now!</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Our days of swaddling may be over, but we still love our swaddle blankets for tummy time, for car rides or mama snuggles, or as a quick nursing cover. I still have Buddy's Ultimate Swaddle Blankets within reach, and those are from seven years ago! These very functional blankets last well beyond the newborn swaddle stage and are certainly a great baby purchase. We made it with just two of these swaddles, although three or four is ideal.</span></span><br />
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finally gave up here in Northern California. I couldn't be more happy
to say goodbye to the lingering heat and welcome the mounds of falling
leaves. </span></span>Buddy's officially fall-ready with a cleaned-out closet, a few new pieces to wear, and some snazzy new shoes from <a href="http://www.florsheim.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Florsheim Kids</a>' latest </span></span><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Fall/Winter</span></span> collection. </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Florsheim Kids is all about rich details. Their boys dress and casual shoes are old-school inspired with a modern take, vibrant colors and high quality materials. Whether you need a classic wing-tip, an oxford dress shoe, or a sporty lace-up Florsheim Kids has many styles to choose from.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">This season we chose a style that will work for all occasions. The Varsity Slip Jr. is a versatile athletic slip on that features smooth leather and suede uppers, elastic gores, an EVA footbed and rubber soles. </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">A grippy rubber sole is the perfect choice for this style as wet weather approaches. Buddy likes to test out every new pair of shoes by running in them. These passed the test, and have proved to be a comfortable shoe for everyday wear as well. </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Heel tabs
and elastic gores make this an easy grab-and-go style for any busy
family. </span></span><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Slip on styles are Buddy's favorite. </span></span>The navy color and bright yellow contrast is right on
trend, along with contrasting white stitching that makes this style stand as it's own fashion statement. If you look closely you'll notice two yellow grommets on the inside arch of each shoe.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Florsheim Kids offers shoe styles</span></span><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"> that are versatile and can be worn everyday, to church and to special occasions with ease. Elevating any look is as easy as simply wearing the right pair of shoes. Navy goes with pretty much anything, and I love the pop of yellow that peaks out from this style. They're a fun choice, and they certainly look great on Buddy too! </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">The Varsity Slip Jr. is available in two colors with a retail price of $50. Shop today for this style and more at <a href="http://www.florsheim.com/">Florsheim.com</a>. </span></span><br />
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Ashley Rhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00691749521137302333noreply@blogger.com22tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7711321409115781419.post-5651173798850426312015-10-24T13:28:00.001-07:002015-10-24T13:28:03.888-07:00Introducing Solids with the OXO Tot Sprout Chair from buybuy BABY<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Baby girl is already six months old and ready to join the family around the dinner table. Starting solid foods is a big milestone, and one that necessitates some preparation ahead of time. Undoubtedly the largest purchase for most families during this time will be a high chair, followed by bibs, spoons, and every baby-food-making gadget or accessory you can imagine. The right high chair for each family will of course vary greatly, so the opportunity to view as many as possible in person is a good idea.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">After a trip to buybuy BABY I was sold on the <a href="http://www.buybuybaby.com/store/product/oxo-tot-reg-sprout-trade-chair-in-pink-walnut/200322?Keyword=OXO+Tot+sprout" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">OXO Tot Sprout Chair</a>. </span><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">They have plenty of high chairs to choose from, and most definitely no shortage of differing features among them. There's an option for every budget and every style. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">After having an all plastic, Fisher Price Space Saver
high chair with Buddy, I was determined to find high chair that would
be more appealing to the eye<span style="font-size: small;">. </span>In addition, t</span>he <b>three features I was hoping to find</b> in one high chair were </span><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">one-handed tray removal, all or partially wooden, and the ability to convert to a toddler/youth chair. Ultimately this narrowed down my search quite a bit, and the OXO Tot Sprout Chair is exactly what I wanted.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">The OXO Tot Sprout Chair is a high chair and youth chair in one. It boasts a sleek, modern design that your baby won't outgrow, and neither will your home decor. The <b>gorgeous walnut</b> of the Sprout Chair blends perfectly with our hickory floors (there is a light birch available as well). I love the roomy seat for baby, yet the overall compact design that let's it tuck away in a corner if needed. <br /><br />Although I love the look of a wooden high chair, the downside is that it will show wear sooner than plastic. That's just the nature of real wood. So far we've managed to cause a few nicks here and there, but nothing too terrible. A touch up pen made for wood covers any blemishes with ease. </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">The Sprout Chair is designed to grow with your child from age 5 months to 5 years. The </span></span><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><b>5-point harness</b> works wonderfully to securely hold your child from 6-36 months. All straps are fully adjustable<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">. The high chair mode comes with bottom and back seat cushions that attach with heavy duty velcro. Everything
is fully removable, making it easy to clean after a meal, and to do any necessary deep
cleaning over time. The cushions are firm and wipe up easily.</span></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">The plastic is BPA free and has a matte
finish, so there's no shiny plastic to be found here. Instead
it lends to the modern design of this high chair.</span></span> </span> </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">During my hunt for high chairs when
Buddy was a baby, I learned that a one-handed tray removal feature is a
MUST for me. </span></span></span><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">It's
something that I personally prefer as I like to have one hand free to
hold baby back a bit when putting the tray on or removing.</span></span></span> I'm so glad the Sprout Chair was designed with <b>one-handed tray removal</b>!<br /> </span></span><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"> </span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">While the tray on the OXO Tot Sprout Chair is a bit heavy,
it is one-handed, right in the front, it's depth adjustable and slides off easily. It also
lies flat on the surface you place it on, just in case you're dealing
with an absolute mess of foody liquid.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Beyond it's use as a high
chair, the Sprout Chair transitions to a <b>youth chair</b>. It truly grows with your child through age 5! Converting to the youth chair is a simple process and takes just a minute. There are three seat height positions and depth adjustments that click into place, as well as a height adjustable foot rest. The seat pad and center post are removable and a full
square seat cushion (included) fits in their place. The 5 point harness can be
removed at this point as well. No tools are required for conversion to the youth chair, or back to the high chair mode.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Baby girl has certainly been enjoying her new high chair! She already knows to expect something yummy when I strap her in. Although we're offering just purees right now, with the tray adjusted as far back as it goes, finger foods will have little room to sneak down and make a mess in the future. </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">We've slowly eased into starting solids with sweet potatoes, avocados, pears and prunes over the past few weeks. We tried carrots last week and had a reaction, so we're at a stand still right now. Despite the stress of that, I can say that having a high chair without any quirks is one less thing to deal with. I love everything about this high chair.</span></span><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"> </span></span><br />
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Tot brand shopping spree at buybuy BABY in preparation for introducing
solids and bought several of their <a href="http://www.buybuybaby.com/store/product/oxo-tot-reg-feeding-spoon-set/126357?Keyword=OXO+Tot">spoon sets</a> and <a href="http://www.buybuybaby.com/store/product/oxo-tot-reg-roll-up-bibs/3246252?Keyword=OXO+Tot">bibs</a> as well. We also chose the Green Sprouts by i play </span></span><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><a href="http://www.buybuybaby.com/store/product/green-sprouts-by-i-play-reg-glass-sip-39-n-straw-cup/3255277?Keyword=green+sprouts+cup" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Glass Sip 'n Straw Cup</a> for water since I wanted a glass option this time around. </span></span>I could rave about each of these all day long! </span></span><br />
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Ashley Rhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00691749521137302333noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7711321409115781419.post-85854234901738964372015-10-18T17:12:00.000-07:002015-10-19T11:40:55.344-07:00Choosing Your Dinner Destination Is Easy With Groupon Pages<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">When deciding on a new place to dine out, I like to do a bit of research beforehand. Knowing there are gluten-free options, the price point, positive reviews and if there are any current deals going on are all very helpful. Groupon has just made dining out a lot easier.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><a href="https://www.groupon.com/biz/rocklin-ca/the-pizza-place-rocklin" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Pizza Place</a> is a local pizza joint here in Rocklin, California. Their Page on Groupon Pages not only includes their location and contact information, but verified tips from real customers, a tidbit about the restaurant, photos, and any groupons that are currently available. </span></span><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">You can even follow a business and get notified when they run a Groupon deal. Talk about convenient.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">I don't have time to go scouring the web for reviews and pertinent information for every potential dinner destination. I love that Groupon is really trying to showcase the restaurants and businesses that they run deals with. Learning about a restaurant and the people behind it is a great way to personalize the dining out experience. </span><br />
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Ashley Rhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00691749521137302333noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7711321409115781419.post-46524944134070480982015-10-14T21:00:00.002-07:002015-10-14T21:00:34.665-07:00Popular Classic Toys of the Past 150 Years<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">It is no surprise that we love classic toys, vintage games, and puzzles from a bygone era. These retro playthings have an inherently unique quality – a sense of history that pulls us back to vintage Americana, classic Europe, and beyond. </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">From basic sock toys of the late 1800’s to metallic Slinky’s of the 1940’s, classic toys and games have soldiered on to stake a claim in our collective histories. Now, you can observe firsthand how some of these popular classic toys have evolved over the past 150 years. Cap guns of the mid 1800’s allowed young kids to play Cowboys and Indians – all while real Cowboys moseyed down the streets next to them. Robby the Robot toys and outlandish Ray Guns ushered in the Space Era, providing young kids with plenty to dream about. From Hula Hoops to Sea Monkeys, and beyond – we simply love classic toys, and this new infographic will take you on a stroll down memory lane. <br /><br /> Classic toys and games from Tin Toy Arcade deliver hours of fun and a unique experience that can be shared by those of all ages. Take a moment and check out our compilation of the most popular classic toys from the past 150 years! </span></span><br />
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Ashley Rhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00691749521137302333noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7711321409115781419.post-41130542800590310042015-10-12T08:30:00.000-07:002015-10-12T08:30:01.609-07:00A Safer Nursery Environment with BreathableBaby <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">I'll never forget the screams of Buddy when he was a baby, getting his arms and legs stuck in between the crib slats in the middle of the night. I knew that I would not give in traditional bumpers but at that time I was not aware of any other options. Before baby girl arrived I spotted the </span></span><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Breathable Mesh Crib Liner at Target and knew I had to have it.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">The </span><span style="font-size: small;">Breathable Mesh Crib Liner is made from a lightly-padded, breathable mesh that uses </span></span><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span class="a-list-item">exclusive Air channel technology (ACT) fabric to maximize air flow. </span>In the interest of testing the breathability of the mesh, I smashed my face right up against it. I could breathe as though nothing was there, and I instantly felt relieved to have found a safe bumper option for my baby girl. The liner tucks below the mattress for a secure, safe fit.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">The 100% polyester liner does not contain any chemicals, flame retardants or formaldehyde. It's completely washable, not scratchy at all, and protects baby from major bumps and bruises, and from getting stuck between crib slats. </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">I received the </span></span><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span class="blue"> Mesh Crib Liner as part of the </span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span class="blue"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">BreathableBaby </span></span></span></span></span>3-piece Safety Crib Bedding Set. This set also includes a </span></span><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">white crib skirt and a white nursery blanket. The blanket consists of two layers of different breathable fabrics and features rounded corners. While it's not a large blanket and doesn't belong IN the crib with baby, it's perfect for times you'd rather not use a heavy blanket to cuddle with baby.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">We may not be using the crib yet (the best laid plans never go as intended, right?), but when we do, baby girl will be safe. </span>The </span><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Breathable Mesh Crib Liner not only keeps arms and legs safely inside the crib, but pacifiers too! I remember reaching behind Buddy's crib in the middle of the night to retrieve all the pacifiers that he had dropped. With the liner in place, everything stays inside.</span></span>
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<br /><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">The white mist color is a very bright white, and perfectly gender neutral. This set is also available in pink or blue, and all three colors can be found on <a href="http://www.amazon.com/BreathableBaby-Safety-Crib-Bedding-Piece/dp/B00IP8A1IK" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Amazon</a> for about $30-$40.</span>
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independent in their own homes for as long as possible. This can then
significantly decrease pressure on local health services. Some of the things
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: xx-small;">Disclosure: This post is brought to by UnitedHealthcare Children’s Foundation.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Kids love a good joke, right? Buddy is
my little joker around here. His current favorite joke book has dozens
of sticky flags poking out, bookmarking his most loved jokes. My search for another joke book for him is over with this new release!</span></span></span><br />
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<b><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-size: large;">UnitedHealthcare
Children’s Foundation (UHCCF) just released two new joke books with proceeds funding child medical grants for families in need. </span></span></span></b><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">The books – <a href="http://www.amazon.com/Little-Book-Laughs-Riddle-Kids/dp/B0157A2E60/ref=sr_1_13?ie=UTF8&qid=1443020921&sr=8-13&keywords=uhccf" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">“Little Book - Big Laughs” Riddle Book</a> and <a href="http://www.amazon.com/Little-Book-Laughs-Knock-Knock-Kids/dp/098979377X/ref=sr_1_10?ie=UTF8&qid=1443020921&sr=8-10&keywords=uhccf" target="_blank">“</a><a href="http://www.amazon.com/Little-Book-Laughs-Knock-Knock-Kids/dp/098979377X/ref=sr_1_10?ie=UTF8&qid=1443020921&sr=8-10&keywords=uhccf" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Little Book - Big Laughs” Knock-Knock Book</a>
are available on Amazon.com for just $5.99 each. They include more than 350 knock-knock jokes and 500 riddles that were submitted by
kids around the country to share laughter and smiles with other kids. The books are ideal for children ages 4 to 12, but can
be enjoyed by anyone who loves a good joke.</span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"></span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">The
first Little Book-Big Laughs joke book was released April Fools' Day
2014 and was a Mom’s Choice Gold Award recipient for juvenile books. The
success of the first book helped propel the idea of creating two additional
books for a joke book series.</span></span><br />
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<i><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">“The inspiration behind these books is to bring smiles and laughter to children, whether in a hospital, in the car or just hanging out with friends and family,” said UHCCF President Matt Peterson. “Earlier this month, we awarded our 10,000th medical grant, and the proceeds from these books will help us further our mission of helping thousands’ more families in the years ahead.” </span></span></i><br />
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Ashley Rhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00691749521137302333noreply@blogger.com9tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7711321409115781419.post-24236083376715126522015-10-06T09:33:00.001-07:002015-10-06T09:33:48.702-07:00The Number Lovin' Oven - New from LeapFrog! {Giveaway - Ends 10/18}<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"></span></span><span style="font-size: small;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhv-zMzkp54EwOYQELaopGwDBRMrUt0a4HOgJq-zts9brS5vU8OLecz9lDnf-MxKPuL8vVZQkjUFfzDjdO1FqLhYEkJjcigmbl6qUWSpxBYiKV3JZKzFv2yCfzFncOvS-1_-H83GMfJREs/s640/LeapFrog+Oven+2.jpg" /></span><span style="font-size: small;"></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><br />The <a href="http://www.leapfrog.com/en-us/store/p/_/A-prod19289?Dy=1&collection=%2Fcontent%2Fshared%2FAuto-Suggest+Panels">Number Lovin' Oven</a> is the latest addition to the LeapFrog collection of educational, learning toys for children. Add this one to your little one's wish list this holiday season - it'll be here before you know it! Toddlers and preschoolers will love this interactive play oven and all it's fun features that encourage early math skills.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Although my littles miss the target crowd on this toy, both kiddos are still enjoying it. Baby girl loves toys that make noise right now, and she likes to grabs the pieces which fit perfectly in her little hands. Buddy just loves toys that are for younger kids. At almost 7 years old, he can't get enough of them! They play well together and it only gets better as baby girl gets older and interacts more and more each day! </span></span><br />
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Ashley Rhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00691749521137302333noreply@blogger.com16tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7711321409115781419.post-47724527041157732072015-10-05T20:25:00.000-07:002015-10-05T21:59:38.642-07:00Not Another 'How to Get Your Pre-Baby Body Back' Article<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-size: xx-small;">Disclosure: This is a guest post.</span><br /><br />Browse the Internet, watch TV, or flip through a parenting magazine and chances are you'll come across advice for new moms who want their bodies to "bounce back" after pregnancy. It's pretty whoever coined that phrase has never been pregnant, because it sounds so simple.<br /><br /> The truth is — notwithstanding photos of celebrity moms who emerge a few weeks after giving birth with flat tummies and perky breasts — your pre-pregnancy body is pretty much history. Every woman's experience is a little different, of course, but even die-hard exercise junkies know that hardened abdomens remain disguised by wrinkled skin that spills over the top of their jeans.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh9CFenHr97-gbdj1RTZKagGzHzipdDeZYgGwBTkxDASdzAorjt5e-xKCNy7m38Cr1MJhDfRfPq2sEiK7E375uMXyWE9BAHnUmgY8oL00AO6-EIDFhyphenhyphenHDTgM8eNDDT_WIIuX61RadnaOdE/s1600/Reynolds+Mom+Blog+Post+Photo.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh9CFenHr97-gbdj1RTZKagGzHzipdDeZYgGwBTkxDASdzAorjt5e-xKCNy7m38Cr1MJhDfRfPq2sEiK7E375uMXyWE9BAHnUmgY8oL00AO6-EIDFhyphenhyphenHDTgM8eNDDT_WIIuX61RadnaOdE/s400/Reynolds+Mom+Blog+Post+Photo.jpg" width="266" /></a><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">As <a href="https://www.scarymommy.com/unrecognizable-post-baby-parts/" target="_blank">another blogger</a> said, "I really don't know why it's called a muffin top. Muffins are delicious and make me smile. But the dough ball that continues to rise over the top of my pants is not delicious and it does not make me smile." <br /><br />Experts warn that when it comes to getting that post-pregnancy body back in shape, neither crash dieting nor a stringent exercise program is the way to go — particularly if you've had a difficult pregnancy or a C-section delivery or are breastfeeding.<br /><br /> The talk about getting back into shape refers mainly to a woman's midsection. Post-pregnancy breasts, of course, are a lost cause. It's not uncommon for women to drop a full bra size after having a baby. That's compared to the pre-pregnancy breast size. They get saggy, they get smaller, and if you have more than one baby, it gets worse with each pregnancy.<br /><br /> So let's stipulate that exercise and healthy eating habits should be encouraged, but they won't tighten your skin or boost your breast size. That's why plastic surgery — specifically a "mommy makeover" —is an increasingly popular option. <br /><br />If you're like many women, it's likely you've waged an internal debate about plastic surgery. Post-pregnancy bodies should be appreciated for what they are, says one voice. But I'm really, really not happy with this body, the other voice counters. <br /><br /> The author of an <a href="http://www.salon.com/2013/04/27/plastic_surgery_after_the_baby/" target="_blank">article</a> that appeared on the Salon website summed it up this way: <br /><br />"Never in my life would I have guessed I'd get plastic surgery. I disdained women like that: insecure and shallow about their looks. And yet, after having two children, I found myself at 25 years old with the body of an old lady. My grandmother’s 82-year-old figure was more feminine. My body was like a rubber band that had been stretched one too many times, unable to snap back into its natural shape."<br /><br /> A mommy makeover combines body contouring procedures such as a tummy tuck and liposuction with cosmetic breast surgery in a single operation. A tummy tuck removes excess abdominal skin and, when needed, repairs abdominal muscles separated by pregnancy. Breast surgery usually includes a breast lift, which is often combined with breast augmentation. <br /><br /> On his <a href="http://www.wayneyamahatamd.com/procedures/mommy-makeover.cfm" target="_blank">website</a>, Sacramento plastic surgeon Dr. Wayne Yamahata says the benefits of a mommy makeover often go beyond physical changes: "Many women with children tend to put off taking care of their own needs. But pursuing a desire to get that pre-pregnancy body back can have both physical and emotional benefits. Most women feel more confident and have renewed energy after a Mommy Makeover." <br /><br /> Indeed, the satisfaction rate among patients is reportedly very high on the RealSelf website, a very popular online forum where people who are either considering or who have had plastic surgery can connect with other potential patients and board-certified specialists. <br /><br /> The website includes a "Worth It" feature that gauges patient satisfaction rates for different treatments and procedures. Of the 3,661 reviews submitted during a 24-month period, <a href="http://www.realself.com/Mommy-makeover/reviews" target="_blank">98% rated mommy makeover surgery</a> as worth it. <br /><br />Hard to argue with those numbers. It's safe to say, however, that satisfied patients are those who carefully research potential surgeons and ultimately select a specialist who is board certified and is experienced performing the procedures involved in a mommy makeover. <br /><br /> The decision isn't easy, of course. But it's helpful to know you're not alone. </span></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Helloooooo fall! I've been impatiently waiting for summer to end because my favorite jeans and flannels have been calling my name! </span><span style="font-size: small;">I love fall as its not too hot, not too cold, but juuuust right. Fall means school is back in session, pumpkin spice everything, and </span><span style="font-size: small;">i can turn on my oven any time of
day without overheating the whole darn house (and<i> that</i> means lots of
baking and hopefully some good freezer meal prep too). I also love the change in seasons for all the new shoe collections and style trends that pop up! </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><a href="http://www.umishoes.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Umi Children's Shoes</a>' new Autumn/Winter 2015 collection is now available. I'm seeing fun textures, colors, and modern classics for boys and girls!</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">The <a href="http://www.umishoes.com/shop/style/35767-001.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Riley</a> is a leather buckled chukka, perfect for any outfit whether it's casual or dressy. The buckle detail features a hook and loop closure, so these are easy to put on and take off without needing mom or dad's help. I love the additional orange detail along the rubber sole's edge, which really gives these "boots", as Buddy calls them, tons of personality. They seem really well-made and durable, which I need of course with my busy boy.</span></span><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">I adore this style and would consider it a must-have this season for any young boy. Buddy continues to reach for these the most on his way out the door, no matter what our destination may be. The Riley is versatile and really elevates any look you're going for, and is available in tan color too.</span></span><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></span>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">This time we chose a style for baby girl as well, her first pair of Umi's! This is the <a href="http://www.umishoes.com/shop/style/30723-650.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Poppy B</a> in pink, which is also available in navy, gold, or silver. The mary jane style is one of my favorite for baby girl since the adjustable closure helps keep the shoes on. </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">The Poppy B from UmiBaby boasts lots of texture, quilted sides and a shimmery canvas to boot. The uppers, lining, and footbed are all canvas, and the polka dots on the footbed just kill me! These are a great everyday shoe for any little girl, and will go with pretty everything. They're just darn tootin' cute!</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Can you tell these are still huge on baby girl? Haha, yes, they are way too big. I don't think I got an accurate measurement on her little feet (she's such a wiggly thing!), so she can't quite wear these and probably won't until spring. The thicker sole is probably best for a walker anyhow, so that's okay. However, I'm really excited about Umi's new <a href="http://www.umishoes.com/shop/styles/babyShoes/baby/page0.html">infant collection</a> that just came out, which is probably a better option for baby girl right now. </span></span><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></span>
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Ashley Rhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00691749521137302333noreply@blogger.com22tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7711321409115781419.post-65425388900540964822015-09-29T20:28:00.002-07:002015-09-29T20:28:25.487-07:00Bringing Awareness to EMF & RF Radiation Health Risks<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><i><span style="font-size: x-small;">The following is a guest post from Mark Kramer of <a href="http://harapad.com/">HARApad</a>, Mark is an engineer with a passion to help people live their lifestyle without the harm from radiation from electronic devices.</span></i><br /><br />Extremely low frequency (ELF) radiation and radio frequencies (RF) expose you to different levels of radiation. RF devices include mobile phones, induction heaters, and antennas. ELF on the other hand is associated with video display terminals and AC electricity. The electromagnetic fields (EMFs) created by modern technology have a significant impact on human health. With considerable research conducted on EMF suggesting a negative impact on health, it is now more important than ever to protect yourself. As a result, to better understand the health risks associated with electromagnetic radiation (EMR), please refer to the infographic below.</span></span><br />
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Ashley Rhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00691749521137302333noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7711321409115781419.post-62736090241118754572015-09-28T08:24:00.000-07:002015-09-28T08:24:57.974-07:00buybuy BABY :: Helping You Through The Adventures of Babyhood<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Sometimes I step back, take a deep breath, and feel the overwhelming sense that <i>these days are not going to last</i>. </span><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">These precious moments of motherhood with my children simply will not keep. The days are long and tiring, and yet far too short. </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">The baby
stage is like a fleeting moment, gone before we realize it's already
passed. Baby girl is still a baby, but I feel like I blinked and she's
suddenly a big girl! Sitting up, starting solids, rolling everywhere and even (finally) starting to nap on her own. This time of babyhood moves fast, but it sure is beautiful. </span></span></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Along for the adventure, I'm thrilled to share that I've partnered with <a href="http://www.buybuybaby.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">buybuy BABY</a> once again to kick off their <b>babyhood Influencer Network</b>. </span></span><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">On occasion I'll be sharing about my favorite new finds at buybuy BABY and how I use them to further enhance the grand experiences of motherhood as I raise baby girl through babyhood. </span></span></span></span><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Through the </span></span><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">joys and triumphs, the ups and downs, and the
tears and frustrations, buybuy BABY can help guide you through. </span></span> </span></span></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><a href="http://www.thereynoldsmom.com/2015/02/10-baby-registry-must-haves-at-buybuy.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Register for your baby shower</a> with the guidance of a </span></span><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">buybuy BABY Registry Consultant who has the expertise to help you every step of the way. </span></span></span></span>Buybuy BABY has a massive selection of competitively priced baby products to celebrate babyhood and beyond, and everything that comes with it. They carry every baby essential and all the fun stuff too! From baby gear to apparel, swaddle blankets, feeding accessories, maternity and nursing wear, toys, nursery decor and so much more. Literally everything you need from pregnancy to toddlerhood can be found at buybuy BABY!</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"> We just passed baby girls' half birthday. For six whole months we have been blessed with her beautiful presence. These precious days will not keep. The good, the great, and the difficult will just be memories. </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">I will miss her sweet laugh and her rolling across the room. I will miss her chubby cheeks and her little baby hands and feet. I will miss worrying about her breathing while she sleeps. </span></span><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">I
will miss the hours of </span></span><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">her </span></span>screaming nearly every day for
months, saddened I couldn't fix her. I will miss middle of the night nursing sessions. I will miss needing to carry her for naps. <i>I will miss this time I'll never get back</i>. </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">And so I choose to relish in these moments, in this time, and in this babyhood while I have it. No regrets. Just a joyful heart through all the adventures to come. </span></span><br />
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