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GeoPalz Activity Tracker Review & Giveaway!!!

I would like to introduce you all to a great product that I had the opportunity to review.  I recently received a GeoPalz activity tracker for review.  I selected the basketball GeoPalz from their huge selection.  I really like the whole idea behind this pedometer for kids.  When you buy a GeoPalz Activity Tracker you can take part in the “Walk to Win” program on their website.  Kids simply log on and register their GeoPalz registration number that is inside the cover. Next they can wear their GeoPalz Activity Tracker and be active all day then in the evening log on to geopalz.com and put in their numbers and try to win free prizes and awards.  Every mile walked earns points. Trade points in for free gift cards and credits from Target, iTunes, REI, PlayStation, FarmVille, Club Penguin or trade them for goods like Hacky Sacks, Frisbees, Soccer Balls, games and more!  Steps kids enter also unlock awards and certificates that can be printed and hung on the refrigerator or their room!  What an excellent way to motivate kids to stay active and healthy.  The GeoPalz Activity Tracker has 21 days of storage, is water resistant and tracks moderate to vigorous physical activity.


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Shoot some hoops with your favorite Basketball Pedometer. Our new Version 2.0 accelerometer can be worn on the shoe or hip. It has 21 days of storage, is water-resistant and tracks MVPA (Moderate to Vigorous Physical Activity)

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Roma Downey, Little Angels DVDs Review and Giveaway!!!

Presented by Executive Producer Roma Downey

A Fun New Educational Series Filled with BIG Adventure

Recently Released on DVD

Discover the joy of learning and friendship with this season’s most heavenly new collection! From executive producer Roma Downey (“Touched by an Angel”) comes the first three volumes of a fresh, fun and inspiring educational series that children and their parents (and grandparents too) can enjoy together in LITTLE ANGELS ABC’s, LITTLE ANGELS ANIMALS, and LITTLE ANGELS 1,2,3’s, released recently onto DVD with Digital Copy from Twentieth Century Fox Home Entertainment.

Roma Downey stated, “For many years I had the privilege of playing an angel on television, bringing a message of God’s love to millions of Americans.  As a mother, I have longed to be part of a project that would help to bring that same message to children by not only teaching them the foundations of education – but also providing strong examples of good behavior.  Little Angels does just that.  It offers critical learning skills through the lens of timeless and age appropriate Bible stories. I only wish this series had been available when my kids were younger!”

LITTLE ANGELS is an animated DVD series and has been created for pre-school aged children to teach practical learning skills like ABCs and numbers. The series is presented in a captivating and entertaining format that will help parents to teach their little angels a big love of learning while also providing hours of fun to enjoy together with exciting DVD extras.

Pre-school twins Alex and Zoe are blessed to have eight Little Angels watching over them – literally! These Little Angels live on the ceiling of their bedroom, painted there so they are the first things the kids see when they wake up in the morning and the last thing they see before they fall asleep at night. The angels come to life when the children need them most, helping guide them through the challenges of their young lives.

Featuring a great deal of interactive DVD extras including charming music videos and downloadable activity sheets, plus a downloadable bonus digital copy of each lesson that will allow for learning on the go, the LITTLE ANGELS ABC’sLITTLE ANGELS ANIMALSand LITTLE ANGELS1, 2, 3’s DVDs are a great value moms can feel good about sharing with their little angels.

The Little Angels DVD series is an important part of a whole new franchise of fun, inspiring and educational products including CDs, books, apparel and App.  To view clips and for more fun visit littleangels.com

LITTLE ANGELS 123’s Features

Little Lessons with Roma Downey

Sing-along Music Videos:
Easy as ABC
G-H-I, Me Oh My
Q to the R to the S
W-X-Y-Z

Downloadable Activity Sheets

Downloadable Digital Copy – for Learning on the Go!

Spanish Language Track

Little Lessons with Roma Downey

Sing-along Music Videos:
Adam Gave Them Names
Noah Built an Ark
Jonah Was Fish Bait
Pomegranates, Penguins

Downloadable Digital Copy – for Learning on the Go!

Spanish Language Track

Little Lessons with Roma Downey

Sing-along Music Videos:
Easy as ABC
G-H-I, Me Oh My
Q to the R to the S
W-X-Y-Z

Downloadable Activity Sheets

Downloadable Digital Copy – for Learning on the Go!

Spanish Language Track

This is a wonderful collection of DVDs that will teach your little ones educational and moral lessons.  Twins Alex and Zoe have 8 little angels watching over them who live on their bedroom ceiling.  Children will have so much fun learning through classic Bible stories like Jonah and the Whale, Noah’s Ark, David and Goliath, The Walls of Jericho, Joseph and the Coat of Many Colors, and more.  If you are looking for a fun, wholesome set of DVDs then look no further than Little Angels.
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Juliet Dream, Rust Cowl Sweater Review and Divine Top Giveaway!!!

I recently had the opportunity to review a Rust Cowl Sweater from Juliet Dream. I love this sweater, the material is soft and luxurious, it’s medium weight, not too thick and heavy like some can be. I think the style of this top is classy and graceful. I paired it with a wide belt and I love the style! It can hold it’s own by itself, but I always like to accessorize and this style of sweater accommodates for that! One thing I really like is the sleeves, they are long enough to cover the top of my hands. Some tops don’t have sleeves that are long enough and makes it feel like it’s too small, but these sleeves were just the right length. It also looks just fine if you roll the sleeves up and wear them at your elbows, and they stay there, which was helpful when I was giving my boys a bath, you moms have to appreciate that! It was very comfortable and felt good wearing it.

Juliet Dream’s aspiration is to provide comfortable, stylish apparel to expectant mothers that will reflect their beauty and confidence. They also carry attractive women’s and nursing attire, all proudly made in the USA. Since their launch in 2001, they have created a name for themselves: People identify Juliet Dream with their award-winning fit and superior quality, romantic fashions. They have attracted many customers who are looking for stylish women’s, maternity and nursing wear. Some of their customers include celebrity moms like Angelina Jolie and Jessica Alba. Apparel from Juliet Dream has been featured in many magazines including Fit Pregnancy, American Baby and Pregnancy & Newborn.

Like Juliet Dream on Facebook or follow Juliet Dream on Twitter and leave them a note, and get 10% off your order on JulietDreamstore.com!

Juliet Dream is sponsoring a giveaway on Mommy Ramblings!!! One lucky blog reader will win The Divine Top in Black . Thank you Juliet Dream for providing this chic review sweater and for sponsoring this divine giveaway!!!  Open to US residents.

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Fiesta Bakeware, Rectangular and Square Baker Review and Loaf Pan Giveaway!!!

 

Homer Laughlin began making its iconic brand of Fiesta Dinnerware in 1936, more than 75 years ago. Fiesta was originally designed by Frederick Hurten Rhead; today it is the most collected brand of dinnerware. Made at the original historic factory in Newell, WV, Fiesta Dinnerware continues to top bridal registries as the must-have in everyday dinnerware. Truly a leader in the housewares category, Homer Laughlin is the largest and last remaining major dinnerware manufacturer in the United States.

I was thrilled recently to have the opportunity to review 2 great pieces of Fiesta Bakeware.  I chose the Rectangular and Square Baker Set which consists of a 9″ by 13″  and a 9″ by 9″ pan.  The pans are dishwasher, oven, and microwave safe, made of fully vitrified lead-free china with a color glaze and made in the USA.  I selected both in the peacock color.  I was very impressed with the weight and quality of the bakeware.  The first thing I did was run them through the dishwasher.  They emerged beautifully clean and shiny and ready for their review.  I thought it only fitting to bake a pan of Fiesta Brownies to try our the 13″ by 9″ size and I made some chocolate truffle brownies in the 9″ by 9″ pan.  -They baked in the allotted time and cooked evenly.  They did not stick at all to the pan and released easily.  I put them back in the dishwasher where they came out as if they had never been used.  I find them so handy for a multitude of cooking, baking and serving needs.  Fiesta Bakeware comes in a rainbow of colors so you can mix and match any way you want.  If you are looking for quality bakeware that is safe and made in the USA, check out Fiesta Bakeware.

See how nicely they came out of the pan, now a quick run in the dishwasher and we will be good to go again.

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My Sibling & My Pal Doll For Going Green Review and Giveaway!!!

My Sibling & My Pal Dolls

 

I recently had the opportunity to review a My Pal 18″ doll. I chose the blonde haired, blue eyed Going Green doll for my nieces, because their coloring is similar and I thought they would like their new little sister to look like them! The doll has a soft body, with moveable, poseable, plastic arms and legs. Her face is detailed with a slight smile and pretty little eyelashes on her blue eyes that close when you lay her down. Her long hair has a healthy looking shine to it and is easy to brush out and style with braids, or pigtails.

My Pal’s Going Green Doll outfit is made completely in the USA, recycled from adult clothing, and re-sewn into doll clothes! Her outfit is a cute neutral style, a green t-shirt with a beige skirt, a matching headband and a cute plaid handbag. They are well made, and easy to take on and off for little girls who love dressing their dolls! Her sandals are made of recycled cardboard and covered in fabric, they are so unique and give her an earthy vibe. My niece was captivated by her new friend, and couldn’t wait to have her in her arms. I think she was pretty tickled that the doll looked like her, with blonde hair and blue-green eyes!

My Pal for Going Green doll’s mission is to help raise awareness about caring for the environment. She came with a little booklet that suggests websites and books and provides her new friends with information on going green. There are also blank pages to encourage your child to write their own story on what they have done, or are planning to do for the environment. The booklet is printed on 100% recycled paper!

My Pal also make a boy version of their Going Green Doll.

Handsome 18″ boy doll with blonde hair, blue eyes and light skin has soft body and poseable plastic head, arms and legs. Hair is rooted..

  • khaki shorts and t shirt made from re-used materials
  • matching sandals
  • recycling totebag FOR DISPLAY PURPOSES ONLY – NOT TO PLAY WITH

My Sibling/My Pal has dolls and plush toys to help kids understand how children with disabilities like autism, socialize and develop differently. Others have their own humanitarian causes to promote like My Pal for Peace and My pal the Patriot. Each doll comes with their own booklet to help explain why their cause is relevant in a kid-friendly way.

My Sibling/ My Pal provides work experience for teens and adults with disabilities with their Work Experience Program. By giving them the opportunity to help assemble, dress and package their dolls and other products, My Sibling/ My Pal is helping these students and adults get the skills they need to eventually find employment where they otherwise may not have been eligible for. My Sibling/My Pal reaches out to public and private schools and adult programs, who wish for their students and adult workers to get real job experiences.

 

 

My Sibling/My Pal is sponsoring a giveaway on Mommy Ramblings. One lucky blog reader will win their choice of the boy or girl My Pal For Going Green Doll. Thank you My Sibling/My Pal for this fantastic review doll and for sponsoring this great giveaway on Mommy Ramblings!!!  Open to US residents.

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pediped’s Spring/Summer 2012 Shoe Collection Review & Giveaway!!!

pediped® Debuts Spring/Summer 2012 Collection with New  Originals® Sole,

Expanded Adventure Line and 75 New Styles/Color Combinations

 

Trendsetting Color Palette of Jewel Tones, Metallics and

Bright Accent Colors Highlight Collection

The pediped® Spring/Summer 2012 collection makes its debut with more than 75 new styles and color combinations across pediped® footwear’s three signature lines: Originals®, Grip ‘n’ Go™ and Flex®.  Highlights of the collection include a new sole for the Originals® line and an expanded Adventure Line. Kids everywhere will be able to enjoy the outdoors in style with footwear featuring a trendsetting color palette of metallic, jewel tones and bright accent colors, and comfort with all shoes in the collection offeringpediped’s signature comfortable fit.  With styles ranging from water-safe shoes, gladiator sandals, athletic styles, boat shoes, Mary Janes and more, pediped’s expansive Spring Summer 2012 collection includes a shoe for every need and occasion!

Originals®

The Originals® line of soft-soled infant shoes that mimic barefoot walking features a new sole and continues to grow with more styles and a wider variety of colors.

Based on customer feedback, pediped® has created a more slip resistant sole. The new sole features a slip resistant diamond tread and is made of all natural high quality leather, just like before. See what these pediped® parent reviewers had to say and show about their experience with the improved Originals® sole design 

The Originals® collection will be priced at $33, and is available for children 0-24 months in age.

Grip ‘n’ Go™

Grip ‘n’ Go™ footwear is made with all the benefits of Originals®, but with special G2 Technology for active toddlers that are transitioning to walking with a more confident stride.

With over 15 new styles, the line features metallic sandals, classic Mary Janes and several new athletic styles.

 

The Grip ‘n’ Go collection will retail for $46, and is available for children 9 months to 3 years in age.

Flex®

pediped Flex® is the ultimate shoe for confident walkers who have developed a solid, natural stride.  The Flex line offers more than 60 styles in jewel tones, metallics and bright colors.

The popular Adventure Line of rugged, water-safe, eco-friendly footwear has also expanded with over 15 styles. The Minnie andAmazon for girls both come in pediped’s new summer color pool. Fin, Delmar and Sahara are three new boys’ styles making their debut, all with bright pops of color.

Flex® styles range in price from $39-$60 and are available in EU sizes 20-33 (size runs vary depending on style).

 

The Spring/Summer 2012 collection is now available online at www.pediped.com and in select retail stores.


About pediped®
pediped® footwear was founded in 2004 by Angela and Brian Edgeworth in their quest for the perfect soft-soled shoe for their first daughter. Exceptional quality, unsurpassed comfort and distinctive styling have made the award-winning company the fastest-growing children’s footwear brand in the United States. pediped® footwear has been awarded the American Podiatric Medical Association Seal of Acceptance for the promotion of healthy foot development, and preeminent orthopedic medical professionals, Dr. Mininder S. Kocher and Dr. Thomas W. Vorderer, deem pediped® shoes an excellent choice for parents/caregivers who want their children’s feet to develop naturally and healthily. In 2011 Earnshaw’s, the premier media resource serving the children’s market recognized pediped® with Earnshaw’s Earnie Awards for Company of the Year and Best Footwear.

 

pediped® footwear is sold in over 3000 stores in the United States and 40 countries worldwide with an offering of more than 120  designs for boys and girls between their three lines, Originals®, Grip ‘n’ Go™ and Flex®. Originals® (soft-soled shoes for newborns to age 2), Grip ‘n’ Go™ (thin rubber-soled shoes for children ages 9 months to 3 years) and Flex® (rubber-soled shoes for children 1 to 8 years) are available in EU sizes ranging from 17 to 33. For more information, visit www.pediped.com.

Sign up today to become a pediped Insider at www.pediped.com to be the first to know about new product introductions, special promotions and more.

 

 Our Views:

I was sent a pair of pediped flex shoes for my four-year old son. The style we received was the Flex Hayden in Navy/Red. When pediped says flex, they mean flex. These are extremely flexible shoes and after he tried them on, I really could not keep him still.  He told me they were great shoes for running and then quickly demonstrated his incredible speed with them.  They are quality constructed and the Velcro closures make it easy to get a snug fit and lets kids who cannot tie laces yet, get their shoes on and fastened, which is a great help to mom and dad on mornings when we are running late for preschool.  The shoes light athletic style is perfect for spring and summer.  The shoes have a suede upper, all natural rubber sole, and features the Flex Fit System, which allows children to adjust the fit of their shoes and prolong the length of wear.  These shoes have the approval of the American Podiatric Medical Association for promoting healthy foot development.

 


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Pediped is sponsoring a giveaway on Mommy Ramblings.  One lucky blog reader will win a pair of Originals shoes (0-24 months sizing).  Winner can choose boy or girl and size but not style.  Thank you Pediped for the review shoes and for sponsoring this great giveaway on Mommy Ramblings!!!  Open to US Residents!!!

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