Published on Thursday, October 15, 2009 by caryn
Am I the only parent who has genuine concerns about the candy hype that surrounds Halloween? And I have to admit that I do feel some guilt about eating giving all that candy away once we're done. Everything in moderation, but an entire bag or bucket full of candy is more than I can swallow. Thanks to Disney FamilyFun Magazine, your children don't have to end up wi... Read More »
Published on Thursday, October 15, 2009 by caryn
This giveaway is now closed. Thanks for stopping by. The winners are Baba, Susan L, and Kelly Ann T. Congrats!
One of the things I'll be doing a LOT more of lately is spending time at home! I'm getting further and further along and while I still have some events lined up, curling up on the couch with my husband and my son, a cup of tea and a good movie sounds... Read More »
Published on Thursday, October 15, 2009 by caryn
Do you have your child's Halloween costume yet? Are you planning on dressing up this year? If you haven't gotten a costume yet, you might want to check out the vast array of costumes available at Halloween Express. Their Kid's section alone has over 100 costumes, many at very affordable prices. The site is organized well and easy to navigate. Costumes are arra... Read More »
Published on Wednesday, October 14, 2009 by caryn
I receive a lot of press releases. If you're a blogger, then you know what I mean. Most of the time, I politely decline, saying it's not relevant to my readers. Because, to be honest, I spend time weeding through the information I receive, to bring you the best, most appropriate content. I want you, the reader, to know what to expect when you come to my blog.Â... Read More »
Published on Wednesday, October 14, 2009 by caryn
Some women "do" pregnancy beautifully. You see that sparkle in their eyes, that glow to their countenance... Please don't get me wrong... I am so blessed and honored to be pregnant again with a little girl. And I am sensitive to the fact that many women struggle getting or staying pregnant. But it's hard, especially at 7 months, to feel beautiful. Most days ... Read More »
Published on Wednesday, October 14, 2009 by caryn
This giveaway is now closed. Thanks for stopping by. The winner is Jessica. Congrats!
I love being a mom, but sometimes I reminisce back to the days when I could get in and out of a store in 20 minutes, sit down with my husband at a restaurant and eat a warm meal, and go to my fitness classes at the gym. I always keep the perspective that this time is only ... Read More »
Published on Tuesday, October 13, 2009 by caryn
This giveaway is now closed. Thanks for stopping by. The winner is Ed. Congrats!
Did you know that October is also National Seafood Month? I didn't either! Hubby and I LOVE seafood but it's not something we eat very often because my son hasn't had much in his 2 years of life. I don't like to cook separate meals for us so we just try to eat it when we go... Read More »
Published on Tuesday, October 13, 2009 by caryn
This giveaway is now closed. Thanks for stopping by. The winner is Ingrid. Congrats!
As I mentioned yesterday, October is breast cancer awareness month. Many companies are doing their part to raise awareness and money to help find a cure. Yoplait is one such company. According to the American Cancer Society, one in eight women will be diagnosed with bre... Read More »
Published on Tuesday, October 13, 2009 by caryn
Have I mentioned how much my husband and I like Cirque? Several years ago they toured in Los Angeles and I saw the show for the first time. I was hooked. I vowed I would see as many as I could. Over the years, we've had the privilege of seeing several shows, including my all-time favorite, "O." (Which by the way is fantastic, particularly since it's staged... Read More »
Published on Monday, October 12, 2009 by caryn
Earlier this year, I reviewed the Swiffer Sweeper (which is a fab little cleaning device that sweeps AND mops). As you may know, October is Breast Cancer awareness month and for the first time, Swiffer is going Pink and offering limited edition Swiffer Dusters and Sweepers. Proceeds will benefit the National Breast Cancer Foundation and the funds will be used for ... Read More »
Published on Monday, October 12, 2009 by caryn
This giveaway is now closed. Thanks for stopping by. The winner is Nad. Congrats!
Superfoods are all the rage these days. Web MD lists yogurt as one of the top 10 superfoods. Superfoods are packed with vital nutrients that fight disease. And of course, they are all natural. I try to make a daily habit of eating yogurt once a day (and we do the same with... Read More »
Published on Sunday, October 11, 2009 by caryn
In case you haven't noticed, I'm a bit of a Disney fan. My parents said they started taking me to Disneyland when I was around 2 (I have the pictures, complete with Mickey Mouse ears as proof!). We have annual passes and the benefit of living in the OC is that we can go for even just a few hours and my son has a blast. The park is just magical...particularly aro... Read More »
Published on Sunday, October 11, 2009 by caryn
Now that my son is in preschool, and it's cold and flu season, I'm being stricter about enforcing hand-washing. For some reason, as soon as the weather cools, sickness invades. My son and I already have minor colds and I'm not looking forward to what could be a really bad season for sickness.
I was recently contacted to review The Shandle, "a hand washing reminder ... Read More »
Published on Saturday, October 10, 2009 by caryn
This giveaway is now closed. Thanks for stopping by. The winners are Pamela, joanmurraycefalu, and Sonya. Congrats!
will be very honest in admitting that my husband and I are foodies (not in the snobby sense of the word). We just like to eat really good food. The dictionary defines a foodie as "someone who has an ardent or refined interest in food." I l... Read More »
Published on Saturday, October 10, 2009 by caryn
Every parent looks at their child (even if it's for a brief moment) through rose-colored glasses. It seems like my son became a toddler over night. I look at him, while he's sleeping, car in one hand, bear in the other, and think to myself how innocent and precious he is. It's those moments in particular, that assure me that he is and always will be my baby. B... Read More »
Published on Saturday, October 10, 2009 by caryn
Every year we take my son to the pumpkin patch, and each year it's someplace different. I like pumpkin patches because it's a fun way to celebrate fall and harvest time, without scary ghosts, monsters, and witches. This year we decided to take our little boy to the Irvine Park Railroad Pumpkin Patch, hailed as the best around here (and I have to agree for the most... Read More »
Published on Friday, October 9, 2009 by caryn
This giveaway is now closed. Thanks for stopping by. The winners are Ann F and LT. Congrats!
Children want and need to be outside, soaking in the sights, sounds, and smells of nature. Along with the physical activity children require, they also need creative stimulation. My husband and I try to encourage both in our home (my husband's been the more active... Read More »
Published on Thursday, October 8, 2009 by caryn
This giveaway is now closed. Thanks for stopping by. The winners are Sara, Cat, and Linda. Congrats!
Elmo is at it again...and this time, his adventures include animals! Elmo's Animal Adventures (SRV $14.93) was just released on DVD this week and I can't wait to watch it with my son. But since we JUST got it, here is a little info about the release:
Jo... Read More »
Published on Thursday, October 8, 2009 by caryn
Whew! It's been a whirlwind of a week....or maybe a month! I've had so many great opportunities arise and I can't wait to share with you what's on the horizon here at Rockin' Mama.
If you live in Southern California, specifically Orange County, you'll definitely want to check out OC Family Magazine. It's an incredible resource for everything from how to p... Read More »