Nuby No-Spill Flip-it Cup Review

 

Today I will be sharing the Nuby No-Spill Flip-it cup.





The No-Spill Flip-it cup is great. I love the bright colors and so does my son! The best part is the "Flip-top". It is great to be able to easily cover the straw without having to remember a cap. My son loves to flip it closed too. It is so easy he can do it himself! It is great to be able to flip the top and then stick it into the diaper bag pocket. I don't have to worry about it leaking in the bag, or it getting dirty. The cup is easy for my son to hold. Also the straw is soft so it doesn't bother his teeth. He is getting his 2 year molars in right now and it hasn't bothered them at all.

The Nuby No-Spill Flip-it Cup is Available at these retailers:

• www.BuyBabyDirect.com
• www.diapers.com
• www.babyearth.com
• www.amazon.com
• www.cvs.com
• www.cookieskids.com

Till next time XOXO

 ***Disclaimer: I was given this product for free to review on my blog as part of the Nuby Mommy Blogger program. All opinions are my own and were not influenced.***

Cloth Diaper Resources

Facebook Buy, Sell, Trade Groups

General

• https://www.facebook.com/groups/ClothDiaperSwap
• https://www.facebook.com/groups/ClothDiaperSwapII

 For Specific Brands

• Applecheeks-  https://www.facebook.com/groups/AppleCheeksFSOT
• Rumparooz - https://www.facebook.com/groups/RaRFSOT
• BumGenius - https://www.facebook.com/groups/135672763216249
• Thirsties - https://www.facebook.com/groups/368680933197169
• Gdiapers - https://www.facebook.com/groups/269253056486700
• Charlie Banana - https://www.facebook.com/groups/149444978511490
• GroVia - https://www.facebook.com/groups/152650234831021

 Local

• Great Lakes Bay Region -  https://www.facebook.com/groups/GLBRclothdiaperBST

Support

• Great Lakes Bay Region - https://www.facebook.com/groups/GLBRclothdiapersupport
• Lansing -  https://www.facebook.com/groups/127051580757132
• General - https://www.facebook.com/groups/whatthefluff

Websites

Buy or Sell

•  http://www.clothdiapertrader.com
•  http://www.diaperswappers.com

Support

• http://dirtydiaperlaundry.com
• http://paddedtushstats.com
• http://www.clothdiapergeek.com
• http://www.kellywels.com
• http://www.diaperpin.com

If I missed any groups or websites please email me at tayarmj520@gmail.com or leave a comment and I will add it to the list. Anytime I discover a new resource or group I will add it too.

Till next time XOXO

Spring Henna Workshop

I'm very excited to share this great Henna Workshop with my readers. I love Becca's work! She did my belly while I was pregnant with my daughter. I will be attending Becca's class in May to learn more about Henna. It is believed that if you have Henna done in the last weeks of your pregnancy it will help you have an easy labor, and ward off any evil spirits surrounding the birth.

Image by:

Amazing Vision Photography by Kelli Rase

 

 

Spring Henna Workshop
Hosted By Legacy Art Studio & Gallery-Midland, MI

Sign-Up Now!
One-Day Henna Workshop: $65 Per Person
Class Length: 3+ Hours (Middle Eastern Appetizers Included)
Class Age Range: Teen or above
Class Skill Level: Entry Level

Workshop Includes:
• History of Henna and various cultural interpretations.
• Where to purchase henna powder.
• Where to find henna resources such as designs, cones, bottles, tips, etc.
• How to mix a henna recipe to obtain the best stain.
• How to make and fill traditional henna cones.
• How to apply and preserve henna designs.
• How to take care of your henna tattoo.
• How to charge for henna, book parties, events, etc.
• Hands-on practice with “sample” henna cone.
• Hands-on practice with henna patterns/designs.
• Hands-on practice applying real henna on yourself and one another.
• Hands-on practice drying, preserving and gilding the henna with glitter.

All participants receive the following:
1. Workbook: “Intro to Henna” CD (Includes step-by-step instructions, design patterns, and several other goodies.)
2. Practice: Hands-on practice in mixing and applying henna.
3. Ready to Start Kit: Henna cones and prepared henna ready to apply up to 50 small henna designs.
Henna Art By Becca
rswatz@svsu.edu
Facebook RSVP HERE

Till next time XOXO

Kindle Fire Giveaway

Welcome to the Kindle Fire Giveaway!

 Adventures in Mommyland is happy to share this great giveaway for a Kindle Fire. Good luck and enjoy!

Hosted by Giveaway Promote.

Sponsored by Spend With Pennies.

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In today’s economy, we need to stretch every dollar we can. Spend With Pennies helps make that simple by finding the most current deals, freebies and prizes for you every day!

We have teamed up with a great group of bloggers to bring you this fabulous giveaway. One lucky winner will receive a 7” Kindle Fire courtesy of Spend With Pennies.

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Enter to win a 7" Kindle Fire 8GB.

7” Kindle Fire 8GB without Ads

The perfect family tablet, with the best in kids' entertainment.

• All new — 40% faster, twice the memory, longer battery life
• Ultra-fast web browsing over built-in Wi-Fi, easy-to-use email works with Gmail, Yahoo! and more
• The most popular apps and games: Facebook, Twitter, Netflix, HBO GO, Pandora, Angry Birds Space, and more
• Kindle FreeTime: set screen limits, create child profiles, and more
• NEW Kindle FreeTime Unlimited - just for kids. Unlimited access to books, games, apps, movies and TV shows.
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Refer your friends using your unique link at the top of the Rafflecopter for even more chances to win.

One winner will be chosen at random from all valid entries.

Open in the United States.

Ends at 11:59pm EST on February 10th, 2013.

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Sunday Family Update + Announcement

Well another Sunday has come and gone. The weeks are flying by over here. My kids are growing and changing by the day! It is so cool watching them develop their own personality.

My daughter for sure has changed so much in the 6 months she has been with us. I can't believe a half of year has already went by since her birth. She is getting close to crawling already. I would say in the next month or so she will start. I can already tell as soon as she starts being mobile she won't stop just like her big brother.

My son has been doing a lot better with his jealousy issues. I try to take time every day to spend one on one time with him, and it has worked so well! I love how much he is growing and changing too. He is becoming so talkative. My son has been going through "calling me by my first name" thing again. Its actually pretty hilarious to hear him call me "Taya" instead of "mom".

Now for  my update and announcement. I want to spend more time writing about "Adventures". There is so many cool things to see and do in my area. I want to show my readers what fun and exciting things we do around here. I am also looking for local readers to add to this. If your interested in writing about your "Adventures" please email me! Or you can leave a comment below and I will get back to you.

I will continue to do reviews and occasional giveaway so that will not change. I will also be covering cloth diaper, breastfeeding, and babywearing information. I would love to continue teaching so I'll be working more on teaching material and resources for cloth diapers.

Till next time XOXO

Computer Problems

Over the last few days I have been trying to get my laptop back up and running. I have got it going pretty good now. I have a lot of work to catch up on so please bear with me. I appreciate everyones patience!

I'll be working on some reviews and cloth diaper articles over the next few days. I'm hoping to get at least one of each done by tomorrow.

I'll be posting my Sunday Family Update as well tomorrow. I have some exciting news to share in tomorrow's post. I also have a giveaway going live Monday.

 

Till next time XOXO

Even a 2 year old can blog...

Watch "MARVEL War of Heroes Trailer" on YouTubei

My son was playing with my phone last night and decided to "share" this on my blog. It didn't save but I thought I would share anyways. Apparently my son wanted everyone to know about this LOL

Till next time XOXO

Rumparooz Giveaway!

I love Rumparooz. They are one of my all time favorite cloth diapers. Rumparooz has been my go to night time diaper for a few years. I love all the cute prints and fun colors Rumparooz offers too.

 Here is a mini break down of the Rumparooz One Size cloth diaper.

Rumparooz OS on the smallest setting. It fits Newborns 6-10 pounds.

Rumparooz OS on the largest setting. It fits 27-35+ pounds.

     

My daughter is on the Medium setting which is 17-27 pounds. She will be 6 months at the end of January.

I really love the fit of Rumparooz and so does she!

Now I'll show you a step by step guide on how to stuff the Rumparooz OS pocket diaper.

 

The Rumparooz comes with 2 soaker pads.

"Each diaper comes with a free microfiber "Rumparooz 6r Soaker". This unique and super thirsty insert will grow with the diaper and has 6 different size and absorbency settings to customize for your babies need. The 6r Soaker also has custom settings for the different areas that girls and boys need absorption most." Quote from Rumparooz Website.

1) Snap the larger soaker pad down.

To use both inserts snap the smaller insert on top of the larger one.

2) Open your pocket located in the back of the diaper.

3) Grab the TOP where both inserts are connected ( or snapped over if your just using one).

4) Stuff your diaper by pushing it to the front of the diaper.

5) Put on your baby :)

So now for the fun part! Use the Rafflecopter form below to enter to win this beautiful Rumparooz OS Pocket Cloth Diaper.

Open to US only. a Rafflecopter giveaway



Good Luck and Enjoy! <3 

Till next time XOXO

Teaching My First Cloth Diaper 101 Class Celebration

I am happy to announce that teaching my first cloth diaper 101 went great! I think everyone learned a lot, and I really enjoyed teaching. Over the next few weeks I'll be writing several posts including going over how you can get started teaching about cloth, a how to teach guide, a post about my experience, and a post with resource links.

To celebrate my first class I want to give away this beautiful Rumparooz OS pocket cloth diaper. This was my reward for teaching at Sweet Peach Baby Boutique.

 "Will work for cloth diapers!" ;-)

 I'll be doing a mini review of the diaper with my giveaway post. More or less to tell my readers why I love Rumparooz! It is definitely one of my all time favorites! I'll be working on the post during nap time so it should be up tonight! Make sure you check back later for your chance to win!

Till next time XOXO

Giveaway post is HERE :)

Bloggers Wanted: Switch to Cloth Event

Bloggers Sign-Up: Free Event

Dates: February 14th to March 14th

Hosted by SAHM of Drama Queens & a Prince, My Cloth Diaper Stash, A Year With Mom and Dad, Mommy of One and Counting and Adventures of Mommyhood. The prize is an amazing cloth diaper prize package featuring over $250 in cloth diapers and supplies.

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Generation's Collection Charm Bracelet Giveaway

Welcome to Simply Southern Couponers 

"Generation's Collection Charm Bracelet Giveaway"

Hosted By: Simply Southern Couponers

Co-Hosted By: Tyrneathem

Sponsored By: Initial Outfitters

Initial Outfitters is a direct sales company that offers boutique style shopping at home and specializes in personalization. The products feature jewelry, embroidered towels & handbags, and much more! To find out more about Initial Outfitters and view their current link of personalized jewelry and gifts, visit their Facebook page here. 

The Generation's Collection is a collaboration of rustic and classic charms, as well as silhouettes, representing a woman and the different people in her life.  With the Generation’s Collection, you can create a piece that captures all that is meaningful and special to you and wear it as a daily reminder of your many blessings.  This collection is fun because you can add to your piece with the birth of a child or a milestone in your life. Carry your memories with you with Initial Outfitters Generation's Collection Bracelet.

To read my full review click here.

There is some really cute charms! This would make a great Valentines or Mother's Day present! I am happy to share this great giveaway with my fans. Good luck and enjoy!

Event Details:

January 23, 2013-February 6, 2013

Open to US

Must be 18 years of age or older

Prize:

One lucky winner will receive a Generation's Collection charm bracelet with 6 charms of their choice that tells their story.

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A special thanks to my Sponsor for sponsoring this event, to my Co-host and also to a great group of blogger friends for helping Simply Southern Couponers promote the Generation's Collection Charm Bracelet giveaway.

*Please be sure to visit them all*

 Disclaimer: Simply Southern Couponers and Adventures in Mommyland is not responsible for the awarding of the prize. Initial Outfitters is responsible for prize fulfillment. I received a product for free in exchange for my review, and did not receive any compensation for this giveaway. This giveaway is no way sponsored, endorsed or administered by, or associated with Facebook.

Bloggers wanted: Generations Collection Charm Bracelet Giveaway

Blogger Opp: Generations Collection Charm Bracelet Giveaway

Date: January 23, 3013-February 6, 2013

Sign-ups close January 21, 2013

*Prize* 

One Generations Collection Charm Bracelet with 6 charms of winners choice!

Requirements:

FREE Facebook or Twitter link with announcement post!

If you choose not to post the cost is $5

Additional links are $3

No Google+ please!

Daily Picket Fence Votes or Daily Klout are $4 

Co-Host Spots available for $10

(Up to 5 links on Rafflecopter, Blog Name and Link on giveaway post)

Host pages are available first come first serve for $5 in the order of sign-ups.

*The blogger with the most referrals will receive a Co-host spot at no cost*

Please send Paypal to jgseigler@yahoo.com.

Go HERE to sign up.

Nuby Easy Go™ Suction Bowl and Spoon Review

Today I will be sharing my review of  Nuby's  Easy Go™ Suction Bowl and Spoon set. If you travel a lot with your kids it is a must to have several storage bowls for snacks and/or meals. We don't travel or go out a ton but when we do I always pack snacks for the kids.

The bowl is a great size. Its big enough to hold cereal for older kids, a snack for toddlers, and purred baby food or oatmeal for babies. The lid fits on perfectly and snaps shut so you don't have to worry about anything falling out or spilling. My favorite part is that the lid has a compartment to hold the spoon so it doesn't get dirty or lost. If you do happen to lose the spoon I have found that the majority of the other spoons I have will fit into the compartment.

The bottom of the bowl has a suction base. You can press the bowl down on a high chair tray or table and it will stay put! There is a little tab you lift up once you are ready to remove the bowl.

The bowls are made from break resistant plastic so they will hold up! The bowl and spoon are also dishwasher/microwave safe! Things that can go into the dishwasher are a HUGE plus in my book!




The Nuby Easy Go™ Suction Bowl and Spoon set retails for $3.99. You can purchase one at the following retailers:

• www.amazon.com
• www.diapers.com
• www.cookieskids.com
• Burlington Coat Factory
• Ross
• Buy Buy Baby

Till next time XOXO

 

 ***Disclaimer: I was given this product for free to review on my blog as part of the Nuby Mommy Blogger program. All opinions are my own and were not influenced.***

Tropical Traditions Coconut Oil Giveaway

 I am a huge fan of coconut oil! Tropical Traditions Virgin Coconut Oil is great. It has a fantastic texture and taste, and it is very high quality. I am so pleased to bring you this great giveaway! Make sure to check out the video's and links to learn more.

Check out this great video on Coconut Oils many uses!

Now for the fun part!


Win 1 quart of Gold Label Virgin Coconut Oil!

Tropical Traditions is America’s source for coconut oil. Their Gold Label Virgin Coconut Oil is hand crafted in small batches by family producers, and it is the highest quality coconut oil they offer. You can read more about how virgin coconut oil is different from other coconut oils on their website: What is Virgin Coconut Oil?

You can also watch the video they produced about Gold Label Virgin Coconut Oil:

Tropical Traditions also carries other varieties of affordable high quality coconut oil. Visit their website to check on current sales, to learn about the many uses of coconut oil, and to read about all the advantages of buying coconut oil online. Since the FDA does not want us to discuss the health benefits of coconut oil on a page where it is being sold or given away, here is the best website to read about the health benefits of coconut oil.

Please use the Rafflecopter Form below to enter. Good luck and enjoy!

Open to US&CAN only!
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***Disclaimer: Tropical Traditions provided me with a free sample of this product to review, and I was under no obligation to review it if I so chose.  Nor was I under any obligation to write a positive review or sponsor a product giveaway in return for the free product. Also if you order by clicking on any of my links and have never ordered from Tropical Traditions in the past, you will receive a free book on Virgin Coconut Oil, and I will receive a discount coupon for referring you.***

Knot Genie Review and Giveaway

If your kids are anything like mine they will absolutely hate getting their hair brushed! My son has super curly, fine hair that turns into a tangled mess so easily. It really is a constant battle to brush his hair. All that changed as soon as I received the Knot Genie! Now there isn't a battle at all and my son actually enjoys brushing his OWN hair! I am amazed at how well it works. It even does a great job on my curly mess. My son has definitely inherited his curly hair form me!

Here are some tips from Knot Genie when dealing with curly hair:

- Never brush curly hair when it is dry! Brushing dry curly hair disrupts the curl pattern, making it large and frizzy. Use the Knot Genie to brush curly hair only when it is wet.

- If you love that tight "springy" look, brush your hair in the shower or bath with the Knot Genie and then simply squeeze in styling product afterwards, being careful not to re-stretch the curls.

- At night, pull your hair into a loose pony tail. Pulling the curls up or back helps contain the curls so you are not tossing them around all night.

- Consider long hair. While many people think curly, hard-to-manage hair should be cut short, often that leads to a "mushroom" look. Extra weight pulls curls down and makes them gorgeous, especially when cut with long layers.

The Knot Genie comes in several colors and patterns. The full size Knot Genie retails for $19.99 and the Teeny Genie retails for $14.99. I received the Camo Cloud Knot Genie Brush to review and one to give away!

Now for the fun part! Enter in the Rafflecoptor below for your chance to win a Knot Genie!

Open to US only

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***Disclaimer: I was given this product to review for free on my blog. All opinions are my own and were not influenced. Also this post contains my Affiliate links. If you make a purchase by clicking on the links I will receive a commission.***

American Girl Doll Giveaway

I've always loved American Girl growing up. I will definitely be getting my daughter one when she is older. I am happy to post this giveaway! Good luck and enjoy!

Hosted by:

NYSavingSpecials, Your Fashion Resource, My Four Littles, Ann I Am, Barbara's Beat, Life's Cheap Thrills, We Have It All, 

Mamal Diane ~ keeping it simple, 

Sweet N Sour Deals, The Naptime Review, Cotton Ridge Homeschool, Kaisy Daisy's Corner, Mommie...Again, Capri's Coupons, Michelle Gills Blog, Just a Little Creativity, Monica's Rants, Raves & Reviews, Stay a Stay at Home Mom, Mommy Bear Media, My Devotional Thoughts, Mindfully Frugal Mom, Simply Sherryl, Spend With Pennies, Phillyfun4kids and B & V Savings

We are happy to bring you this great giveaway.

The American Girl Doll giveaway.

Jan 20 to Feb. 19, 2013

We will have two winners.

Winner number one will get:

Doll + Starter Collection.  

Winner gets to choose skin color, hair color and eye color.  

Value $120.

Winner number two will get:

One American Girl Doll with the box.  

Winner gets to choose which doll they want.

Value $105.

Winners will need to choose their prizes from American Girl Doll website.

Winner can not change prize for any other American Girl Product.

To be part of this giveaway you need to be 18 years or older.

This giveaway is only for US residents.

To gain entries to win, fill out the form below. 

All entries are optional.

Good luck! 

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Adventures in Mommyland is responsible for prize.  If you have any question please send an email to nysavingspecials@gmail.com

Little Pnuts December Special Delivery Age 2

Little Pnuts is a quarterly subscription box service with four Special Deliveries each year. Each box comes with three to five toys that fit your child's age and development. My son who is 2 years old received his first Special Delivery a few days ago. I won a box from Simple City Life. I am really excited to share this great subscription box with my readers!

Here is a look inside our December box!

1) Zoo Animal Block Puzzle by HaPe. ($15.99) My son really loves this. The blocks are great for stacking as well as making different animal pictures. We have been having such a great time playing with the blocks. They are made out of wood and are top quality.

2) Tim's Building Machines Puzzle Book by Haba. ($14.99) This is a great 3 in 1 picture book! It has several great activities included.

3) Number Matching Puzzle by HaPe. ($14.99) I really love the bright colors and that it has dots to correspond with the numbers as well as pictures along the sides.

4) Clicker Clacker by Haba. ($13.99) This is definitely a very fun musical instrument! My son loves making "music" with it.

I think the Little Pnuts Special Delivery is great. The toys are super high quality and Eco-friendly. My son has had endless hours of entertainment from the toys included in our package. I will definitely be purchasing a 1 year subscription for him. I love that the box only includes toys. It will be a great way to discover great toys and have fun teaching my son new things. I will be doing separate posts for each of the toys included in our Little Pnuts Special Delivery so be on the look out!

Till next time XOXO