Wonderopolis’ America’s Wonder Year Adventure

Wonderopolis, the online destination where parents and teachers nurture a brighter world for children through the power of discovery, has announced the launch of America’s Wonder Year Adventure 2012.The Wonder Year Adventure is open to the general public and will kick off with a hunt for (3) families and (2) teachers from diverse communities across the nation to join the family learning site for

Halloween $15 Plum Deal to Abracadabra Superstore

Have you picked your Halloween costumes yet? Well what are you waiting for? October and Halloween is almost here. To help those of you that are still shopping around for a costume I found out about a great deal. Plum District ran a Halloween offer this week for $15 for $30 worth of Halloween merchandise at Abracadabra Superstore 19 West 21st StreetFrom the Abracadabra Superstore, you'll receive

GrubHub’s NYC Digital Food Fest & $25 GC Giveaway CLOSED

GrubHub, -the web and mobile service that simplifies online ordering for delivery and pick up, has been making life in the Big Apple a little sweeter with its first annual Digital Food Fest, which started September 21 and will last through Oct. 14.The Digital Food Fest offers a unique opportunity for diners to access exclusive specials from the likes of H&H Bagels, Smash Burger, Peanut Butter &

Animal Planet Kids Halloween Costumes & Virtual Pet Parade

Animal Planet has recently launched a new line of pet and baby costumes!These unique costumes will transform your pet or baby during the Halloween craze and turn them into the talk of the party. Ranging from cuddly chimpanzee, love bird, scary raptor, the cute little monarch butterfly, and more.The baby halloween costumes are available at Party City locationsTo celebrate Halloween with a bit of

Potty Tots Training Kit Giveaway CLOSED

When my son (and I) were potty training, we were lucky to discover The Potty Tots potty training kit. I loved that Potty Tots featured a group of ten ethnically diverse preschool characters while my son loved the "Toilet Bowl" progress/reward game. The Potty Tots kit really helped me make the training process fun and engaging. It's a great tool to parents in the process of potty training.The

Disney Baby Fall Fashion Alert: Color Blocking & Polka Dots

According to Style.com, Color Forms/Color Blocking as hot for Fall 2011. Mixed bright hues and bold black & whites continue to appear on the runways. And here are some ways baby can stay on trend with Disney Baby…Style.com, also reported Polka Dots are all the rage for Fall 2011. From Stella McCartney to Marc Jacobs, designers are paying homage to the perennial print this season, and celebrities

Ghoulishly Healthy Halloween Snacks: Avocado Deviled Eyeballs

After covering Avocados from Mexico “Taste the Wow” tour I've been waiting to share more great recipes with you. I love these mean, green “Deviled Eyeballs” because they make the perfect addition to any Halloween get-together. Made green by tasty, rich avocados, this addition to your table will be a welcome respite from the piles of candy! Kids and adults will love them!Deviled EyeballsServes: 16

Upcoming Christmas DVD's: Thomas & Friends, Barney, Angelina Ballerina w Giveaway CLOSED

The holidays are fast approaching and with these new soon to be released holiday DVD's from Lionsgate and HIT Entertainment, your children will have lots to celebrate and enjoy.SHAUN THE SHEEP™: WE WISH EWE A MERRY CHRISTMASStreet Date: 10/18/11DVD SRP: $14.98Genre: Children/Family/AnimatedAge Target: Fans of all ages from 2-60Format: WidescreenFeature Running Time: 45 minutesDVD Audio Status:

Smilebox iPhone Photo Sharing App & Subscription Giveaway CLOSED

Smilebox for iPhone is the first mobile photo sharing app to combine meaningful personalization (with colorful stickers, swipes, captions and frames), flexible sharing (SMS, Facebook and more) and instant feedback from family and friends (through emoticons and comment boxes) and best of all it's FREE!Here's a link showing how the app works: http://www.smilebox.com/iphone/In case you aren't

Happy Birthday to Me via Social Media

One of the great things about social media is how it keeps people connected to you. Friday morning before I could wake up and form a coherent thought, Facebook had already alerted my friends it was my birthday.Soon the birthday greeting starting coming as a reply to my status update and in my Facebook inbox. But things didn't end there, soon other social websites I'm a member of starting sending

Chef Rocco DiSpirito New Healthy Eating Guide Giveaway CLOSED

It's Back-To-School time and you know what that means, time to make sure the kids (and you) are eating right. Chef Rocco DiSpirito has come up with a healthy eating guide to help cut at least 100 calories from any meal whether it's at home or on the go! Did you know that if you omit 1 sugar in your tea or coffee you will save 336 calories per week? (If you drink 3 cups a day)After losing more

Nickelodeon's Worldwide Day of Play: Chris Paul, Dwayne Wade, Lebron James & Kids

Being an Ambassador for Haddad Brands means my son has enjoyed wearing clothing from their Nike Kids, Jordan Kids, Nike 6.0 Kids and Levi Kids lines. But he's not the only kid looking stylishThis past weekend Nike athletes Chris Paul, Dwayne Wade and Lebron James attended Nickelodeon’s Worldwide Day of Play #WorldwideDayofPlay. Their children were also in attendance decked out in all Nike Kids

Camilla Saulsbury Ultimate Cake Mix Cookie Book

Attention fellow Chocolate-lovers, health-nuts, and cookie connoisseurs. With The Ultimate Cake Mix Cookie Book, you’ll find that the secret to some of the tastiest, easiest, and even (yes) healthiest cookies imaginable is a box of cake mix. With just a few extra ingredients and a mixer, anyone can become a baking genius!The Ultimate Cake Mix Cookie BookBy Camilla SaulsburyOct 2011, Sourcebooks,

Live Bat Encounter at AMNH

Have you ever seen a live bat? Well here's your chance during Live Bat Encounters at the American Museum of Natural History on Oct. 1.Live Bat EncounterSaturday, October 111:00 am, 12:15 pm, 1:30 pmLinder Theater, first floorGet up-close and personal with bats from around the world! Join Rob Mies, director of the Organization for Bat Conservation, for a live bat presentation. Mies has appeared on

Grover & Shalom Sesame Wishing Shana Tova

I'd like to join lovable Grover and the Shalom Sesame team in wishing Jewish families a greeting for the new year -- Shana Tova U'Metukah -- a Happy and Sweet (and furry) New Year.Video link - http://youtu.be/nxgfddo1a18Here's a "green" idea --instead of sending Shana Tova cards, send Rosh Hashanah Hanna to friends and families.Like this article? Subscribe to the RSS feed or for email updates!

Carter’s favorite Halloween looks for kids

From wearable treats for a baby's first Halloween to Sook-tacular glow-in-the-dark PJ's for older kids, Carter's has something for everyoneCarter's treats baby to the cutest and snuggliest 2 piece Halloween costumes in micro fleece with padded bodysuit for comfort.To see more visit www.carters.com/halloweenLike this article? Subscribe to the RSS feed or for email updates!

Boo at the Zoo Returns to The Bronx Zoo

Boo at the Zoo returns to the Wildlife Conservation Society’s Bronx Zoo every weekend in October with Halloween-themed family entertainment and activities. Attractions and activities embrace spirit of the season and highlight wildlife like bats, snakes and nocturnal animals that have become iconic to Halloween.Annual favorites including The Haunted Safari and Hess Spooky Hayride headline this

Bath & Body Works Halloween & Fall Items

Introducing the new Bath & Body Works Fall Essentials & Bath & Body Works Halloween Spook-tacular Boo-tique!Bath & Body Works Anti-Bacterial Halloween Deep Cleansing Hand Soap - Sweet Pea Price: $5.50 eachAll dressed up for Halloween! This powerful germ-killing hand soap is enriched with an exclusive moisturizing blend to help hydrate and soften skin as powerful ingredients leave dirty hands

Pumpkin Masters: 25 Years of Carving & Decorating

Pumpkin Masters – America’s favorite brand for pumpkin carving and decorating, will celebrate its 25th Anniversary with three new products and some carving classics too:Three All New Products for Decorating and Lighting Up The Night Reflective Stickers: A fun way to be seen on Halloween night, this kit allows kids to personalize costumes and accessories by selecting from 100 stickers in four

Kmart Fab 15 Holiday Toys Revealed by Rico Rodriguez

This week Kmart unveiled its 3rd annual Fab 15 toy list with the help of child star Rico Rodriguez (aka Manny from Modern Family). Serving as the retailer’s official “Fun Ambassador,” Rodriguez’s mission is to ensure a letdown-proof Christmas by helping parents identify hot toys that will be at the top of everyone’s holiday list and will make kids smile from ear to ear.“As a kid, there’s no

RIBBZ iPhone Cases: Shock Proof & Durable Protection

How many times have you (or your child) dropped your iPhone? As you watch in horror you cringed and hope that nothing gets broken. While accidents do happen, if you're phone isn't protected, it is possible to lose valuable data and information or have to replace the phone. Now there's no need to fret! Ribbz (for iPhone4) will keep you gadget safe in their new revolutionary covers.RIBBZ®

Holiday Coloring Page: Thomas Train, Shaun Sheep, Angelina Ballerina & Barney

I received this fun Holiday 2011 Coloring Page, that includes Thomas the Tank Engine, Barney, Angelina Ballerina and Shawn the Sheep.Just click on the photo ( pdf will open), print out and let the coloring begin. Enjoy!Like this article? Subscribe to the RSS feed or for email updates!

AllergyEats & MiniMunchers Make Dining Out Easier for Families

Dining out is a pleasure for many families, but can often be frustrating for families with food allergies or intolerance's. Now, AllergyEats , an online source for finding allergy-friendly restaurants, has partnered with MiniMunchers , a resource for children’s menus in New York City, to make it easier for families to dine out in the Big Apple."MiniMunchers is excited to partner with AllergyEats

PepCom: Jabra SUPREME & EXTREME2 Bluetooth w Noise Cancellation

A while back I attended an event where I learned about Jabra and their line of hands-free devices including headsets. I had the chance to review the Jabra Stone and LOVED it. So when I saw them during Pepcom, I stop by the booth to check out their new and exciting products and learned about a big announcement.They had announced the Jabra SUPREME - the first non-stereo headset to incorporate

Brooke Hyden & Zappos FNO Party

During Fashion’s Night Out I was invited a Zappos party where I had the chance to chat with Zappos Style Expert, Brooke Hyden. I asked Brooke what are ways mom on the go can add style to everyday outfits.Brooke recommended that moms ( & non moms) on the go, to just add one stand out accessory to a pair of jeans and everyday top! Whether that means a printed scarf, funky handbag, or bright

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FlipFlop Wines “flippin’ good deeds challenge” with Soles4Souls

A few months back I reviewed FlipFlop wines Pinot Grigio & Pinot Noir and loved them. A few months after that I reviewed FlipFlop wines Chardonnay & Cabernet Sauvignon and again I enjoyed the wines. While I'm a fan of the FlipFlop wines, beyond their wines I liked what the brand does on a social level. Through their partnership with Soles4Souls, they give a pair of flip-flop sandals to those in

Sauza Tequila Emmy Awards Drinks & Cocktails

While gathering with friends to watch this year’s much-anticipated Emmy Awards on September 18, toast to your favorite TV stars and shows with fresh-tasting margaritas from Sauza Tequila. Whether you’re rooting for 30 Rock or dying for Dexter to bring home the winged woman, Sauza has some delicious recipes inspired by this year’s nominees that are sure to make your Emmy viewing party the one to

Large Yellow Cs Appear in NYC To Raise Awareness

Have you seen the big yellow Cs pop up in New York City? Wondering what they are for? They are meant to address a serious public health issue – a disease that affects nearly 150,000 New Yorkers – more people than in any other city in the U.S. 4 million Americans have this disease, and 75% don’t even know it.It can affect anyone.2 out of 3 of the people with this disease were born between

SecuraFone App makes cell phones into safety devices for parents & kids

SecuraFoneTM, a new mobile application debuting from SecuraTrac, harnesses the power of GPS technology to mitigate the potential for emergency situations letting you know when something could go wrong before it even happens.Technology has given us the freedom to roam farther, but for parents of young children, parents of new drivers and for children of aging parents, this freedom means more worry

Walmart Offers Christmas Layaway Option

To help alleviate families’ budget pressures this upcoming holiday season, Walmart announced the launch of its Christmas layaway program for two of the season’s most popular gift categories: electronics and toys. Christmas layaway, along with Walmart’s everyday low prices, will help give families – who may be clutching their wallets a little tighter this season - a worry-free way to fulfill their

JASON Natural Holiday Treats for Your Body

This holiday season JASON Natural gives you the ultimate compromise so you don’t have to splurge on your diet or your budget. Their festive Holiday Gift Sets in Orange Clove and Frosted Plum are under $10 and absolutely mouth watering!JASON Pure Natural Orange Clove Holiday Gift Set ($8.95) is a delicious sweet and spicy scent perfect for waking you up in the shower. Have an upcoming holiday

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Fantage Talks Gaming Safely & $10 Game Card Giveaway CLOSED

Recently I attended a blogger luncheon hosted by Fantage, an online destination for kids and tweens, for a discussion about kids and online safety. During the event I also had a sneak peek at some of the initiatives Fantage is bringing to their online gaming world in the coming months – including an initiative around connecting kids with teachers within Fantage’s fun and familiar online

Laila Ali Interview: "Celebrities 4 Maternity Denim" Auction

During Fashion's Night Out., I was invited to meet Laila Ali, Vogue’s FNO at Destination Maternity celebrity host, to learn more about the embellished designer "Celebrities 4 Maternity Denim" collection, Laila and 8 other celebrities have put up for online auction.During my meet and greet with Laila, I asked about the design on her decorated designer denim for the Destination Maternity and March

Chef Gordon Ramsay Kmart Kitchen Collection

Anyone who's watched Hell's Kitchen or MasterChef knows about Michelin-starred Chef Gordon Ramsay and his high expectations. So when I was invited to an exclusive reveal of Kmart's Gordon Ramsay Everyday kitchen collection I knew this kitchen collection had to be something special for Chef Ramsay to add his name and stamp of approval.As I previewed the Gordon Ramsay Everyday Kitchen Collection, I

Lion King 3D: RealD Glasses, Activity Pages, Recipes & Crafts

To celebrate the release of THE LION KING 3D in theaters, you need to "Be Prepared!"THE LION KING 3D Simba-themed RealD GlassesSealed in individual packaging to ensure they are sanitary and of high quality, limited-edition, Simba-themed RealD 3D glasses are designed to fit children 8 years of age and younger.Standard kids’ RealD 3D glasses are also available at theatres throughout North America.

Kids Club 13 Event: Martha Speaks at the New York Botanical Garden

Recently Kids Club Thirteen and Martha Speaks held an event at the New York Botanical Garden, where guest saw a cornucopia of fresh food growing in Mario Batali’s Edible Garden.Members of Kids Club Thirteen enjoyed free admission to the New York Botanical Garden on the day of the event, private meet-and-greet with Martha Speaks, special activities related to gardening & growing fresh food, and

The Bullying Academy Anti-Bullying Curriculum

These days, it's not enough to learn reading, writing and arithmetic, as 1 out of 4 kids are bullied in person and 43% have been bullied while online. Now that schools are mandated to address this alarming epidemic, Tommy Walser, a 23 year-old New York University Law School student from Florida, is leading the charge. Tommy Walser is the founder of The Bullying Academy, a free online resource

Victoria Beckham & Nosefrida the Snotsucker

It looks like Baby Beckham has her first cold (not surprising as the average baby catches 8 to 10 colds each year before they turn 2), and Mum Victoria has discovered the solution to keeping little Harper snot free – NoseFrida the Snotsucker. Recently Victoria tweeted a picture of NoseFrida and said “The Snotsucker!! x vb”Nosefrida the Snotsucker was developed by Swedish ENTs and Pediatricians

Running Away to Camp Orenda

Recently I posted about Camp Orenda as a great place for families who wanted to "Get Back To Nature" and just enjoy time together. I liked that Orenda wasn't far way from the City and offered so many different activities. So when I received an invite to visit I was thrilled.It's been a long while since I've been outside New York City much less hiking or camping. The demands of full time work,

Pepcom 2011: Nyko Zoom for Kinect

This week I attended the Pepcom Holiday Spectacular. I will share all about the show in another post but I wanted to share first about one of the products I checked out, which was the Nyko Zoom. With a series of proprietary lenses and a simple clip-on design, the Zoom lets players enjoy Microsoft Kinect games in 40% less space, and requires no additional power or batteries.Perfect for apartments,

Threads of Color Emerging Designer Competition, “A Global Perspective “

October 1st thru October 31st, Threads of Color presents their first Emerging Designer Competition, “A Global Perspective “.WINS A CASH PRIZE…WIN A MENTORSHIP…SHOW OFF YOUR WORKTHE SCHEDULE:Oct 1st Registration OpensOct 31st Registration ClosedNov 8th Top (3) designers postedNov 9th Online voting opensDec 9th Online voting closedDec 15th Winning Designer AnnouncedJanuary

oneCARE Travel Necessities: Stain Remover, Wrinkle Releaser, Laundry Bag

Plan on traveling this holiday? Don't fret over packing. With these travel necessities from TheoneCARE Company, you won't waste time meticulously folding your t-shirts and struggling with the hotel iron.On the way back home, separate all of your dirty clothes from your clean ones with the Tide Odor-Absorbing Travel Bag. The fabric is specially infused with technology which traps and eliminates

48 Hours Roundtable On “Bullying: Words Can Kill”

This week I was invited to attend a roundtable discussion about a topic all parents need to know about. Bullying. As a new school year begins across the country, more than 160,000 children will stay home every day because they are afraid of being bullied. During the roundtable discussion I watch a preview of the CBS News/48 HOURS presentation “Bullying: Words Can Kill.”caption: 48 Hours Mystery

Pharmadus Helps Teas Kids Line

For thousand of years, it's been known that teas and herbs have many health benefits. When I was a child, my mother gave me tea to sooth an upset tummy or help me cope with a cold. Now as a mother I do the same with my son. I was please to learn more about Pharmadus and their line of HELP Kids teas, which are intended for a child's palate and produced naturally using no foreign

Talk Like a Pirate Day "Jake & the Never Land Pirates

Talk Like a Pirate Day is just around the corner this Monday, September 19 so hope you are ready to celebrate "Jake and the Never Land Pirates"-style! Dont forget to watch the special "Jake and the Never Land Pirates" Talk Like A Pirate Day marathon and new episode."JAKE AND THE NEVER LAND PIRATES" – MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 19(6:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m., ET/PT)In celebration of National Talk Like A Pirate

Winner Carmex Lip Balm Prize Pk Giveaway

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Bloggers and the "Pay for Play" Issue

There seems to be no easy answer to the issue of paying bloggers to post content. Some companies want their information shared for free. Some in exchange for a provided product. While other companies don't mind as long as it's disclosed as "sponsored content".Bloggers on the other hand are tired of "sharing" information that doesn't really provide much value for their blog and their

JUMBiES teach kids it's ok to be different

I'm a big fan of toys that encourage children to think in new ways. When I first saw JUMBiES, I thought it was a cute idea. But I was really impressed that these adorable plush toys can teach children to use their imagination while developing an understanding of tolerance.Each JUMBiE is a combination of two animals that instead of being born, were all jumbled up when the storks carrying the

Lester’s NYC Back to School Fun Event

When it comes to trend-setting back-to-school style, Lester’s has everything your child needs to hit the hallways looking fresh and turn heads this fall. On September 18th, guests are invited to hit the racks and shop fall’s hottest new looks while putting a personal spin on purchases with custom airbrushing by Painted Armor, Swag Stamp Laser Printing and an awesome selection of feather and fur

Triscuit Thin Crisps Chile Pepper Review & Giveaway CLOSED

A few months back I attended the Triscuit Home Farming event. During the event I enjoyed snacking on Triscuit Crackers covered with different treats. So I was excited when an offer to try the new Triscuit Thin Crisps Chile Pepper came my way.AboutTriscuit Thin Crisps Chile Pepper has a bold and spicy taste and is made of 100% whole grain wheat. And like all Thin Crisps, Chile Pepper is small,

Brookstone debuts LELO intimate massagers

During Fashion Night Out, I attended Brookstone's in-store shopping event at its Rockefeller Plaza location. That night the store was transform into a mini spa where visitors could demo the variety of massagers and massage chairs. Visitors also received a preview of the newly launched collection of LELO intimate massagers from Sweden.LELO Liv, Gigi and MiaLiv is an elegant mid-size personal

Getting Violent Lips at Warren-Tricomi Salon

During Fashion Night Out I stop by the Warren-Tricomi Salon at The Plaza for a complimentary Violent Lips temporary lip tattoo application. I wasn't sure what to expect but since Violent Lips are a line of natural and vitamin enhanced temporary lip tattoos which are FDA approved, AND vegan, I figured I can take a chance. Besides on a night of fashion and style I needed something to give me some

Orange Juice & Biscuits 2nd Year Anniversary Party

Recently, friends and supporters of the fashion and pop culture blog Orange Juice & Biscuits came out to The Brooklyneer in NYC to celebrate 2 fierce years of OJ&B with the sites Editor-in -chief Jonathan Valdez.The Brooklyeer was filled with NYC influencers and trendsetters who had a great time mingling and dancing to music mixed by DJ VKNY while sipping on specialty Satisfaction Vodka cocktails

A Day of Disney's The Lion King

Yesterday seemed to be a day made just for Disney's Lion King. First my son and I attended an advance morning screening of The Lion King in 3D. While I can't "officially" tell you my thoughts on it yet, I think we all know how awesome the movie was in 2D so you KNOW it's even more awesome in 3D. Look out for my review of the 3D version of the movie later this month.After the screening my son and

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AMNH The Wired Child: How 21st Century Technology Affects the Brain

This special course for adults will focus on the use of technology by children and adolescents, exploring issues important to parents—and everyone else—in this wired age. Learn about fundamental and advanced brain science and the physiological impacts of extensive personal use of current technologies.The Wired Child: How 21st Century Technology Affects the BrainThursdays, September 15-October 13,

Verizon & Motorola Announces DROID BIONIC Available

Verizon Wireless and Motorola Mobility, Inc., has announced DROID BIONIC will be exclusively available beginning Sept. 8. The DROID BIONIC is the first Verizon Wireless smartphone to combine 4G LTE with the power of dual-core 1 GHz processors, 1 GB of RAM and a stunning 4.3-inch qHD display - all in a sleek form factor that makes it the thinnest 4G LTE smartphone from Verizon Wireless.DROID

Sleepy's Tips to Get Kids Back to a School Sleeping Schedule

Recently Sleepy’s hosted a back-to-school, back-to-sleep event where "The Sleep Doctor" Michael Breus MD, shared tips on transitioning kids to school sleep schedules as well as some food & drinks that help aid with sleep. As a parent who's having a hard time readjusting both my sleep schedule AND my son's, I looked forward to hearing what Sleepy's and Dr. Breus had to say.During the event I

Manilla's Farnoosh Torabi Shares Money Saving Advice

A few weeks ago I joined a group of women invited to learn from renowned personal finance expert Farnoosh Torabi about how busy moms can manage their family’s bills, subscriptions, rewards and more - especially by using Manilla, a free online program that syncs up all accounts and simplifies managing them.During the meeting Farnoosh showed us some area where we lose money without even realizing

Support Read for the Record Day & Entered $77 GC to 77Kid Giveaway

On October 6, millions of people across the globe will read the same book, Llama Llama Red Pajama, as part of Jumpstart’s annual, Read for the Record Day. For the past five years, Jumpstart, a national education organization, has hosted this global event, bringing together celebrities like Bill Cosby, Justin Beiber, Vince Vaughn, Pattie Labelle, Matt Lauer, representatives on Capitol Hill,

Lester’s, Warren-Tricomi & Violent Lips FNO Events

Check out these awesome FNO events from Lester’s, Warren-Tricomi and Violent Lips!Warren-Tricomi and Violent LipsWarren-Tricomi Salon at The Plaza presents an evening of fashion-forward beauty with Violent Lips. Guests will be treated to complimentary Violent Lip temporary lip tattoo application, makeup touchups and trend-setting fall hair how-tos courtesy of the Warren-Tricomi beauty

Bonpoint & DivaMoms #FNO event for Kids

Why should the kids miss out on FNO? Lyss Stern founder of Divamoms.com has an event planned just for the budding mini fashionistas...Come experience the first US concept store for Bonpoint and shop the new Fall Collection. Meet Karl Johnson, celebrity paper silhouette artist and have your child's portrait done between 4-5pm. Savor fun cherry inspired treats and bubbly for mom and have your

Back To School Backpack Safety Tips

Back to school has started and for some school children, this will mean an increase in back pain caused by backpacks being overloaded or worn improperly. They’re a must-have for going back to school, but overstuffed packs can take a toll on young bodies. Dr. Andrew Casden, associate director of Beth Israel’s Spine Institute has tips on how children should wear their backpacks to avoid future

Rue La La Launches “Little Rue” for Kids

Recently I was invited to celebrate the launch of Little Rue - Rue La La's destination for all things stylish for children. Beginning September 6, every Tuesday evening at 8:00p.m. EST the littlest Members of Rue La La (and their grown-ups,) will have access to small-fry style with kid-worthy Boutiques filled with apparel, accessories, experiences and more, specifically tailored to families.To

Strawberry Shortcake Takes A "Stand" Against Childhood Cancer

In support of Childhood Cancer Awareness Month this September, Strawberry Shortcake is teaming up once again with Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation to help raise awareness and funds in support of the fight against cancer.Families across the country can take part in the second annual campaign by hosting Strawberry Shortcake Alex’s Lemonade Stands with funds going toward ALSF in support of cancer

Lester's Hot List Item - POP Phones

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Eight Gadgets to Optimize Your NFL Season

After an excruciating four months, most of you have put aside your lockout gripes and embraced the upcoming NFL season with the usual body-painted passion. For those of you enjoying the NFL action and want to optimize your viewing experience (both at home, or in the stadium) here are eight gadgets that should get you the most bang for your buck:Binoculars - A must-have for any pigskin aficionado

Jungle Speed Board Game by Asmodee

Looking for a new game for family game night? Then check out Jungle Speed, a game that has taken Europe by storm and is coming to America! With more than two million games sold, Jungle Speed is set to capture America's imagination with its fast pace and exciting game play.Developed by Asmodee, the European leader in the distribution of board games and collectible card games, Jungle Speed is an

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Carmex Lime Twist & Vanilla Lip Balm Review & Giveaway CLOSED

As the weather changes from summer to winter keeping lips soft and moisturized is important. During the winter many people ended up with chapped lips which can be painful. Thankfully Carmex lip balm products, has introduced two new limited edition flavors: Carmex Lime Twist and Carmex Vanilla click sticks.AboutThe new Lime Twist and Vanilla Click Sticks not only provide moisture and healing of

The Children's Place Back To School $25 Gift Card Giveaway CLOSED

Recently I was invited to visit The Children's Place store to see their Fall 2011 & Back to School Selections. As I toured the store, going back and forth between the boys and girls sections I was loving the fall styles.For the boys lots of layering with graphic long sleeve t-shirts, hooded pullovers and thermal knits. Jeans in different sales. For back to school, school uniforms and bookbags

Greenbuds Organic Mattress & Accessories for Infant /Toddler w Giveaway CLOSED

From birth onward, our children spend large amounts of time in their beds. Whether sleeping or relaxing a child bed is a key part of their lives, so parents know having the right type of mattress is so important. Greenbuds, an all-organic mattress and bedding manufacturer is about to hit the marketplace and I wanted to highlight the company because I like the idea behind their products.Miriam,

Al Roker Guest Stars in New WordGirl Episode

The September WordGirl Word of the Month is “Meteorologist.”



Don’t forget to tune in for this month’s featured episode of WordGirl, “Sonny Days with a Chance of Showers,” airing September 5 on PBS KIDS GO! The Today Show’s Al Roker guest stars in this all-new episode of WordGirl as meteorologist Sonny Days.Like this article? Subscribe to the RSS feed or for email updates!

Neon Buddha Fall 2011 Clothing Collection

Each design in the Neon Buddha collection of four-way stretch, 100% preshrunk and comfortable/colorful styling ensures that women feel as good as they look throughout the cold-weather season. The collection includes fashionable pullovers, jackets, leggings and skirts that provide perfect versatility to any Fall or Winter wardrobe. Each style is available in a wide color palette including this

Bliss New Bath & Shower Caddies & 20% Saving Offer

School is back in session for many college students and bliss wants here to liven up that memorable dorm experience with their NEW 'bath' to school caddies! Admit it: those shared showers can be a bit of a blah, but with the treats in this new caddy, your shower experience will be ‘spa’mazing!



The 'bath' to school caddy is a tote-able twosome packed with all of your shower essentials. Take

Speaking on Verizon Wireless Panel Connected Me w My Readers

Recently I invited 10 of my blog readers to join me during a panel discussion hosted by Verizon Wireless. While I was part of a panel of 3 mom bloggers, the focus of the discussion wasn't just about us. We were there to connect and share in a conversation with our readers. The topic? Smart Phones and how they've affected our lifestyles.During the discussion the panel shared what types of smart

Singing During Tropicana OJ Express in NYC

A few days ago I blogged about becoming a Tropicana "TropiMomma" Ambassador and joining the Tropicana OJ Express at NYC's Grand Central Station to help spread the message about the importance of a nutritional breakfast. While I was ready to help handout Tropicana orange juice or speak to people about Fruit & Veggie pledge, I wasn't quite ready when it was my turn to sing the “Good Morning” song.

Skin Care Products Good Enough to Eat

Looking for useful skincare products that are so good you want to eat them? Check these out



Treats like licorice and citrus fruits make a sweet snack, but they also have added benefits for your skin. Indulge in yummy goodness without the calories and give your face some nourishment instead.


Not only does Australian Gold Sheer Coverage Lotion SPF 30 ($9.99) smell amazing, but one of its key

Kushyfoot Flats-to-go & Lace Foot Covers Review

When I returned to work full-time I had to exchange my comfortable flip flops and sneakers for more professional footwear. While I love wearing stylish flats shoes someday's I like dress up and wear the high heel pumps. But after walking around in pumps all day my feet begin to ache. Thankfully Kushyfoot sent me their Flats-to-go and Lace Foot Covers to review so my achy feet can get some TLC

Disney Pixar Cars 2 Movie Review & Blu-ray/ DVD Release

When I was invited to an advanced screening of Disney Pixar Cars 2, I was so excited. Since I was a fan of the first Cars movie and its loveable Radiator Springs characters. I couldn’t wait to see what the characters have been up to since the last movie. I was excited to see all my old favorites and learn about the new cars being introduced in Cars 2.


Star racecar Lightning McQueen and the

The War of the Worlds Video Game Launching This Year

Being the sci-fi buff that I am, I nearly fell out my chair when I learned that "The War of the Worlds", will launch for both XBLA and PSN later this year. If you're a gamier you probably heard the buzz from PAX this past weekend, as "The War of the Worlds" was one of the few select titles to receive Destructoid's coveted Best of Show award.


The War of the Worlds is a dark new vision inspired

Debut Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Comic Sells Out

Just one week after the much-anticipated launch of IDW Publishing’s and Nickelodeon’s Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles #1, the highly praised comic has sold out.


Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles #1 ($3.99, 32 pages, full color) is now available in comic stores throughout North America.Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Ultimate Collection, VOL 1 ($49.99, hardcover, 312 pages, black and white, 9” x 12”)