mommy's reviews

After our first baby was born, my husband and I knew how difficult it would be to enjoy eating out. When you have a new baby, going out to eat is very hard. Not only do you have to take the baby along, you also have to care for the baby while you are out...feedings, diaper changing and just keeping them happy becomes quite a chore. So, we decided that if we wanted to go out to eat, we would only do so on very special occasions and we would find a sitter for the baby. Now that we have three children we find that going  on dates is so much more important. When you are a busy parent, you tend to focus on children and can lose sight of your relationship with your spouse. Every year, hubby and I enjoy going out to eat on our anniversary. Our favorite restaurants consist of fine dining selections as well as family-style places. The spectrum of choices is vast, as we live around several large cities and can choose from many different restaurants. If I lived near Boston, ...

I cannot remember the last time I have had a relaxing bath ...or shower for that matter. It seems that my time in the bathroom while showering is quick and I am constantly worrying about what the children are getting into while mommy is busy. It seems some days that it really isn't fair. I LOVE having children but sometimes I also love a little "me time" and those moments are very few and far between. Having an 18 week old in the mix definitely adds a certain amount of busyness to the day and I find that diving into the bathroom for a quick shower is my way of getting out of the hectic morning routine and preparing for my day. Well, I have recently become aware of some products that Calgon carries and as soon as I heard of them, I was VERY excited...why? Because these products are just for me...for those moments when I can steal away and feel pampered. Calgon Take Me Away has a collection of bath products called Ageless Bath and ladies...let me tell you--these prod...

Right before I found out I was pregnant with Isaac, my husband began making comments to me on how sleeping next to me was like sleeping next to a lumber jack. Yes, I snored. Not only did I snore, but I snored loudly. I wasn't sure why I was snoring (I typically have issues with snoring when I am pregnant so I should have taken a pregnancy test right then...LOL!) and it really bothered me. Things took a very bad turn for the worst and one night, my husband resorted to sleeping on the couch. I remember laying in my bed in tears...wondering what I would do if I could not find a cure for snoring . It was AWFUL. The next day I spent a good amount of time on the Internet looking for solutions and my search kept taking me to one place... PureSleep . The reviews I was reading were amazing and it sounded so easy, I decided to take a closer look. PureSleep is a company that makes a dental device that is designed to prevent snoring. Here is a bit more about this device... Co-inve...

Well, we are nearing the end of summer and I have to say that my feet are looking and feeling much better these days. If you remember several months ago I was posting about how cracked and dry my feet have been and I was on the verge of seeing a podiatrist. After trying several creams and products, my feet have been so much better. I do have to keep up with my foot care because I LOVE to wear my sandals and if you wear flip flops or sandals, then you know how dry your feet can get. Today, I am going to introduce you to a company that I discovered while searching for solutions for my feet issues. I was tired of cracks and dry skin getting caught on the bed sheets, socks and clothes and when I saw this product, I just had to share it with you! Sof'feet is a foot care system that has been created by a dermatologist to help soften and smooth your feet. Here is a bit more information about Sof'feet... Enjoy soft, silky feet with the Sof'feet™ Footcare System. Created...

I grew up in a large family...8 people to be exact. It seemed like my mother was always doing laundry and that it was a job that never ended. She was constantly cutting coupons for laundry detergent and was trying to find the brand that would give her the most bang for her buck too. I remember looking at the piles and piles of laundry and wondering how she did it all. Now, I am a mom and face these same piles of laundry too. I do laundry probably 3 times a week...which isn't that bad when I look at what my mom had to do. Having small children has resulted in lots of laundry and sometimes, very MESSY laundry too. I don't think I need to elaborate. :) Well, for those of you who do a lot of laundry and are looking for a more cost-effective detergent , I have a company to introduce you to and you will love them! Country Save is a company that makes Eco-friendly laundry detergent that is safe for those with sensitive skin and fragrance sensitivities! Here is a bit more about...

How soon do I forget the days when I used to pack a lunch for work. I went through these phases when I would just throw a frozen dinner into a bag and haul that to work. Or, I would make a super healthy lunch complete with fresh fruits and veggies and a salad. I am not sure why I went through these phases but I always remember thinking how unorganized my lunches looked. Not that anyone cared or was paying attention, but it would have been nice to have had everything organized and neatly in place so lunch time was quicker and more efficient. I have recently become aware of a product from Rubbermaid that totally blows away the brown bag lunch theory. The LunchBlox Sandwich Kit is a handy new "tool" for those of you who pack lunches for yourself, your children or husband and it is wonderful! I will tell you all about the LunchBlox in a minute...here is a bit more about this well-known and highly recommended company... For nearly 80 years, the Rubbermaid® brand rep...

I figured that I would put this out there in case any parents own a Bumbo baby seat for their babies. Here is the press release: WASHINGTON — About 4 million Bumbo Baby Seats are being recalled after nearly two dozen reports of infant skull fractures. The Consumer Product Safety Commission says babies can wiggle out of the floor seats. About 1 million of the molded foam seats were recalled in October 2007 for additional warning labels against placing the Bumbo seats on raised surfaces, such as tables or kitchen counters. Since the first recall, CPSC and Bumbo International of South Africa have learned of at least 50 incidents in which babies fell from Bumbo seats while they were being used on raised surfaces. CPSC says another 34 babies fell from the seats while they were being used on the floor or at an unknown elevation. In all, there were 21 reports of skull fractures to infants. Consumers are asked to stop using the seats and contact Bumbo for a free repair k...

When it comes to my beauty and appearance I am honestly not a fussy person. This does not mean that I don't care what I look like, it just means that I am not a daily makeup wearer. I don't HAVE to have makeup on to answer the front door or go out and get the mail. To me, my natural beauty is enough most days and if I need a touch up here and there, I will do it. I think part of the problem is that I am a busy mom of three little ones and really do not have the time that I would like to put on makeup. How well I remember the days of being a single career woman...all the time in the world! I seriously wouldn't trade my life now for anything though. I have the BEST job ever! Well, Mary Kay has recently revamped their website and it looks fantastic! I love how easy it is to navigate and how nicely everything is showcased. They have a brand new page called Mary Kay Best Sellers and I have to tell you, I LOVE everything that I see there! Instead of browsing the entire ...