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August 2, 2014 · 1:18 pm

Tommee Tippee’s Fiesta Fun Time, Color Collection Bottles Make Baby’s World Brighter!!!

As a Tommee Tippee Mommee and ambassador for the brand, I am excited to let you know about a great new collection of brightly colored, Closer to Nature bottles. The Fiesta Fun Time Collection of Closer to Nature bottles combine the features you want with colors to make baby’s world a little brighter.

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The limited edition set of six bottles is available now on Amazon.com. I just love the bright colors, the set is like a rainbow! The Closer To Nature bottles have a revolutionary nipple to mimic the breast’s natural flex, the compact shape of the bottle allow for more natural feeding and for baby to be closer to mom or dad, the slow flow nipple and easi- vent valve eliminate excess air flow, bottles are BPA free and easy to clean. Now you can turn feeding time into a party and color baby’s world with fun!

Closer To Nature Bottles Feature:

Revolutionary nipple

Revolutionary nipple developed with breastfeeding experts and moms to mimic the breast’s natural flex, stretch and movement, closer to nature bottles makes feeding time easier for mom and baby. The soft silicone nipple feels like skin, and gently elongates and flexes during feeding to mimic natural breastfeeding action.

3 way Compact Shape

The compact shape of Closer to Nature bottles allows baby to feed in a natural position and to be closer to mom or dad. The easy hold bottle can be held in 3 ways–cradled comfortably in the hand, gripped in the same way as a traditional wide neck bottle, or held from the base.

Super Sensitive Easi-Vent valve

The slow flow nipple with a super sensitive valve eliminates excessive air flow, so little ones ingest more milk and less air.

Easy to Clean & Use

Closer to Nature bottles and nipples are easy to clean and fill. They are microwave and dishwasher safe, yet light and easy to hold. The easy hold bottle is marked in millimetres and ounces and has a hygiene seal cap to keep germs out and drips in.

Breast like Shape

The soft silicone nipple feels like skin, and gently flexes during feeding to mimic natural breastfeeding action. The breast like shaped nipple allows baby to latch on easily and further supports the transition between bottle and

breast.

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· 12:27 am

Success Creations Handmade Masquerade Masks Review & $50 Gift Certificate Giveaway!!!

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Success Creations is a mask company that has been in business for over 25 years in Lakewood, NJ. They are unique and one of the only companies in the entire USA that specializes only in designing some of the most gorgeous handmade masquerade masks ever created. Masquerade masks are all they do, and it truly shows in the quality of their designs.

Success Creations works closely with talented mask designers to bring their original, unique, and high-quality masquerade masks to life. Each mask is carefully decorated by hand using only the finest materials available, and checked for quality to ensure that our customers receive a mask that they will love and be excited to show off at their party or ball!

I recently had the opportunity to choose a couple of masks for review. The first style I picked was the gorgeous Ruby Dreams on a stick . This mask is a shimmering red Fashion mask with two premium quality red ostrich plumes accented by a large red handmade sequin applique with flowing stands of red sequins and red ribbons. The opposite side has a smaller red sequin applique with flowing red sequins and red ribbons. The mask is mounted on a 10 inch stick but the same style can be purchased with ribbon ties if desired.

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The second mask I chose was the Impressions fashion mask. This elegant mask has a sweep of ostrich and coque feathers on the side. A swirl of rhinestone trim accents the msk beautifully. It is accented with a silvery filigree flower, black filigree disc and a crystal jewel added to each side. It secures with ribbons. This mask is available on a stick as well and comes in 4 different colors.

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These masks are so gorgeous and extremely well made. The craftmanship is evident and you will not find masks liek this at your local costume shop. They are works of art decorated by hand by artists right in the USA!

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July 31, 2014 · 1:54 pm

Finn + Emma® Made For Organically Grown Babies!!! Exclusive 20% Off Discount Code In Post!!!

Do you have a little one? Maybe you have a new grandchild or just searching for a great baby gift. Whatever the reason, if you are looking for quality, organic, safe clothing and accessories for baby, you will want to check out Finn + Emma®. Have you heard that 1/3 pound of chemicals including pesticides, chlorine bleach, formaldehyde, ammonia, lead and phthalates go into the production of a single conventional tee-shirt. These toxins have a negative impact on the environment, the workers in the fields and factories and of course the little one wearing the shirt. Considering the skin is the largest organ of the body, these chemicals that are worn directly on the skin are easily absorbed and that’s really scary!

Finn + Emma® believe in the balance of stylish and sustainable, whimsical and sophisticated, classic and contemporary. With fresh prints, modern colors,and heirloom quality construction, they are creating a new world for the organically grown baby. One where boring designs and toxic chemicals are a thing of the past, and adorable, wearable, remarkable organic cotton is abundant!

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All Finn + Emma® products are designed and tested according to applicable rules and regulations. In the U.S., this includes acts enforced by the Consumer Products Safety Commission, and those defined by the American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM). As per CPSIA, Finn + Emma® tests post-production samples of all regulated products, using certified third-party laboratories. These products are labeled with tracking information to identify the manufacturing date and location of each product. This is something that gives parents, grandparents and let’s face it anyone that is concerned about chemicals and toxins peace of mind.

I recently reviewed the Long Bodysuit in the Word design. The long sleeves of this 100% G.O.T.S. certified organic cotton bodysuit keep little ones warm and protected. The bodysuit features lead and nickel free snaps with coconut inserts that make it easy to dress squirmy babies and toddlers. The super soft, organic cotton is so comfy and this versatile bodysuit can be worn alone or pairs so well with pants. This bodysuit is an essential piece to have in any little one’s wardrobe. This bodysuit is made using low-impact inks and dyes.

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Another Finn + Emma® product I had the chance to review was the adorable Piper the Elephant organic Teething Ring. Lots of textures for little ones cutting teeth on this teething toy. The hand knit teething ring features and uncoated hardwood that is finished with a bit of beeswax, no harsh chemicals here! The ring is soft, smooth and safe to bite to help ease the pain of growing those pearly whites. Toy is made with 100% G.O.T.S. certified organic cotton and is eco-friendly using non-toxic dyes and sheep’s wool stuffing. The toy is fair trade and is hand knit by artisans in Peru.

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July 30, 2014 · 2:17 pm

Johnson’s Baby Introduces Their Reformulated Baby Products!!! #PromiseToBaby

Johnson’s Baby was flooded with concerns from parents and grandparents over the safety of ingredients used in their baby products. In 2011, the company said they were going to start phasing out ingredients like formaldehyde and reducing traces of dioxane 1,4. Now in 2014, Johnson’s Baby said they have met that goal. The reformulated products are making their way to store shelves around the world and will replace existing products over the next several months. Even before their removal, customers would not have found formaldehyde or 1,4-dioxane listed on bottles because they aren’t technically ingredients.

Formaldehyde, which has been identified by government scientists as a carcinogen, is released over time by preservatives, like quaternium-15 and 1,4-dioxane is created during a process to make other ingredients mild but is also linked to cancer in animal studies. Johnson’s Baby says that the products were always safe and that they reformulated the products for the peace of mind of parents. The company also states that parabens were removed from most of the new and improved baby care line, ahead of their 2015 commitment to do so. For more information on this and Johnson & Johnson’s policies and timeline, visit safetyandcarecommitment.com.

A new video was just released by the company to mark the debut of the reformulated products. You can view the video below.

In the video Johnson’s Baby states that they were inspired by a Japanese legend when making the commitment to children to reformulate the products. The legend says that when you make 1000 origami cranes that it signifies a hope granted and a promise fulfilled. The company brought their employees and even the employee’s children together to make the cranes or storks to deliver their promise.

I think the origami storks are a beautiful way to show the fulfillment of a promise and I have never before heard that Japanese legend, but will now share it with my children. As a parent this reminds me of the promises we make to our kids to keep them safe, provide for their needs and to love and nurture them. I would never want to use a product with ingredients that are unsafe or questionable on my children and as the mother of a cancer survivor this is paramount to me! It’s a step in the right direction that Johnson’s Baby is removing these ingredients. What do you think?

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July 29, 2014 · 6:51 pm

Early Bird Pricing On Lovable Labels’ Back To School Packs & Enter Our Giveaway To Win One!!!

I love summer so much that I don’t even want to think of Back to School, but I know it will come whether I do or I don’t. If you are getting things ready for back to school, there are still a few more days to get early bird pricing on Lovable Labels’ Back To School Packs and save $5 off the regular price. These huge 150 plus label packs are only $39.95 and ship free to the US and Canada now through July 31st, so hurry! Labels are super durable and safe for dishwasher, microwave, washer and dryer.

Back To School Label Packs Contain:

Over 150 labels!

– 30 sticker

– 80 slimline labels

– 12 Shoe Labels

– 48 Press N’ Stick Clothing DOTS

– 12 Square Labels

– 2 Mini Metal Tags

BTS Sports Pack

Back To School Diva Pack

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July 28, 2014 · 11:00 pm

Schoola Helps Schools In Need When You Buy or Donate Kid’s Clothes!!! #clothes4schools

Are you back to school shopping for your children? Maybe going through clothing they have outgrown, wondering what to do with it all? If you are, you may be interested to know how Schoola can help you and your child’s school. Schoola is an online shop dedicated to recycling brand-name children’s clothing, with 40% of the proceeds going to schools in need. The innovative new program – which saves parents money and gives back at the same time – has been heralded by Fox News, the LA Times, Forbes and Parenting Magazine.

Mommy Ramblings was selected to participate in a special campaign called “20 Days of Schoola” Adopt-a-School. Mommy Ramblings was given of choice of 3 deserving schools and it was hard to choose, but we selected a small school in the Bronx called KIPP Academy. KIPP Academy has a goal to raise $25,000 to fund a music program. KIPP Academy works hard to support kids who need all the help they can get. Ninety-five percent of its students qualify for free or reduced-cost lunch. More than one in seven receives special education services. Music helps KIPP Academy reach and engage every child who enters its doors. The slogan on the Music Room wall sets the stage—All of Us Will Learn Music. No matter what backgrounds they come from or what challenges they face, they learn lessons together that will serve them the rest of their lives.For more about Kipp Academy and how Schoola helps schools in need watch the video below.

I was blessed growing up to be able to go to a school that had the funding to offer all kinds of great in school and after school programs for students. Sadly many schools today cannot offer as much to students and so students are denied the opportunity to participate in art, music and sports programs that can stimulate and nurture natural or learned talent.

My older children were also able to participate in programs like I was and their school years were enriched with music lessons, great art programs, sports programs, extra curricular programs and more. My younger children who are just entering school are also able to do the same, but many schools have been impacted by lack of funding and have had to cut programs like music, art and sports.

You Can Help

You can shop on Schoola for back-to-school clothing, even clothing new with tags and for every transaction that is processed by going through this link, Schoola will donate $1 to KIPP Academy. That’s not all, everyone that requests a donation bag through the same link will help too because Schoola will donate $1 for every requested bag to Kipp Academy. Perhaps the best part is, if you send in a donation bag of clothing, you can fill out the name of a school you support and for every $5 in sales, Schoola will donate $2 to the school you selected!!! That’s a real win-win for Kipp Academy and the school of your choice!!! You can follow Schoola on Twitter and Facebook to keep up to date on all the latest happenings.

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· 2:19 am

Master Bath Reno Update Featuring Concealed Cabinets!!! #CurbAppeal

Have you wondered what part of the master bath ren0 we are up to? Did you think we were finished and going to do the big reveal? I wish we were finished. We have so many home improvement projects occurring simultaneously in our home right now, it feels like we are living in an episode of Hoarders. What I mean by that is, since we had to empty rooms and closets, we are now storing so much in towers of boxes and bins it feels like our stuff is taking over.

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I cannot wait until the master bath is finished and it almost is but there have been such delays with the tile contractor and things have been done backwards. He needs to finish the tiling of the stairs around the whirlpool and grout certain areas and then he still has to finish prepping the walls for paint which is going to get dust over everything again and should have been finished but let’s not even go there!

Anyway, you probably remember posts about the medicine cabinets and how we decided to go with Concealed Cabinets. If you missed that, you can read about it HERE and HERE. We installed 2 of the extra-large concealed cabinets on either side of the vanity. It was an easy install and they look great. Concealed Cabinets look like a picture frame and you can add whatever art work you like to the door front and change it whenever you want too!

For this review and update, I just put some scrapbook paper in the back of some prints I had. I am changing them to something that fits the entire space and will be using photographs I took of our lake and gardens. I tried two different papers with the prints but decided to use the print and changed the one that had the solid green-blue metallic paper. Until, the other prints come in, these will do and it’s just as well since we still have a lot of dust and construction to come.

This was a very stiff metallic paper and it looks very weird in the photo because of the way it reflected the light and it looks like two different colors. That is not how it looks in real life but I did like the look of the print paper better so changed them.

I have not put anything inside yet, since as you can see the walls still have to be finished.

This is the print background that I decided to put in the other as well until the enlarged photo prints come in.

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Concealed Cabinets are made of REAL WOOD, no plastic and come in different sizes and finishes. We choose the white in the extra-large size. If you are looking for a change from the traditional look of ordinary medicine cabinets, a concealed cabinet could be just what you are looking for. Right now they are having a SIZZLING SUMMER SALE and you can save 20% at www.concealedcabinet.com. You can follow Concealed Cabinet on Facebook and Twitter to see the latest news and updates on their product line.

Stay tuned for more updates and hopefully very soon the big reveal of the Master Bath!!! I am keeping my fingers and toes crossed that it will not be much longer.

Innovators sponsored our project by providing us with the 2 Concealed Cabinets, as always, my views and words are 100% my own.

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July 24, 2014 · 12:44 am

Hatley, Kids’ Raincoat and Rain Boots Review!!!

My two little guys like anything with wheels! Tractors, monster trucks, race cars, hot rods and vehicles of all kinds are always a hit with them. We recently had a chance to review some items from Hatley. When I saw the Farmer Jack Kids’ Rain Boots and the Hot Rods Kids’ Raincoat, I knew they would love them. I really bought them in the sizes to fit the oldest one but when the little guy saw them he had to try them out! The boots are super high quality and have nice handles to make pulling them on a cinch for kids, they are super stylish puddle jumping boots that will definitely be put through the paces. The raincoat is very well made with nice pockets, cozy terry lining and ample hood to keep little ones dry on rainy days.

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Hatley’s mission is to create fun, well designed, nature inspired apparel and gifts for the whole family in an ecologically responsible way. Sleepwear, Footwear, Beachwear, Outerwear, Daywear, Accessories, Gifts and More are what you will find when you browse Hatley’s site. They even have free shipping when you spend $50 or more and an outlet shop for great savings!
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Features:

Handles to make boots easy to put on
Soft jersey lining
Please keep in mind that our rain boots run a size large to allow room for thick socks and the inevitable growth of those little feet
Grippy bottom for maximum traction
Match back to rainjackets and umbrellas to complete the look

Available sizes: 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13. Boots: Rubber. Lining: 100% Cotton.

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Features:

Front pockets
Comfy terry lining
Machine washable, hang to dry
Pick up the matching boots and umbrella to complete the look
PVC Free

Available sizes: 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8. Shell: Polyurethane. Lining: 78% Cotton, 22% Polyester. 100% PVC-free.

To see the great selection of products visit Hatley.com!

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July 20, 2014 · 10:37 pm

Chicken Soup For The Soul: “Home Sweet Home” Book Review & Giveaway!!! 3 Winners!!!

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Whether you call an apartment, condo, or a house home, there is not much doubt that you probably feel like there is no place like home! Do you feel like Dorothy clicking the heels of your ruby slippers 3 times at the end of a long day? If so, you will probably love the Chicken Soup for the Soul Book, Home Sweet Home which is filled with 101 stories of Hearth, Happiness and Hard Work. The book makes a great housewarming or hostess gift, is perfect to present to a new neighbor, or just to read yourself when you want some “me time”.

Enjoy stories about the excitement of moving into a new home, buying and selling, visiting your childhood home, remodeling stories, DIY disasters, downsizing and what makes a house a home. Experience joy, laughter and inspiration in the stories about everything we do to make a home. I can totally relate at this point to the remodeling and DIY disasters in the book since our home is in a state of craziness with all the renovation projects we have going on. You can purchase this book on Amazon.com.

Chicken Soup for the Soul Publishing is sponsoring a giveaway on Mommy Ramblings! 3 lucky blog readers will win their own copy of Home Sweet Home! Thank you to CSFTS Publishing for the review book and for sponsoring this great giveaway on Mommy Ramblings!!! Open to US residents.

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July 17, 2014 · 12:55 pm

Show Dasani What Makes You Sparkle & You Could Win A Vacation!!! #SparkleWithDASANI #ad

This post was sponsored byDasani but all opinions as always are my own.

What makes you sparkle? For me, it’s just relaxing and soaking in the day with my family. I love taking some me time while relaxing in a comfy chair watching the birds and my kids play or sharing some morning coffee on the porch with my husband. I love summer so that is my favorite time of year to get my Sparkle on! We live on a lake so swimming and sailing definitely add to my sparkle and of course bliss would be ending the perfect day in my tub with relaxing music.

What makes you SPARKLE?

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