Published on Thursday, October 8, 2009 by caryn
This giveaway is now closed. Thanks for stopping by. The winner is Mishia. Congrats!
As a nurse who works 12+ hours on my feet, quality, supportive shoes are a must. And to be honest, I haven't been wearing the appropriate shoes for a woman who stands and walks as much as I do. It wasn't until another provider commented on the lack of support my shoes were ... Read More »
Published on Thursday, October 8, 2009 by caryn
Last month I participated in a fabulous promotion with The Motherhood and Aller-Ease called Flip For Fall. Ten bloggers were selected to help you prepare your homes for the changing of the seasons. It's finally cooled down around here and of course, my allergies have just flared up again this week. As part of the campaign, we asked YOU for your best tips on how ... Read More »
Published on Thursday, October 8, 2009 by caryn
This giveaway is now closed. Thanks for stopping by. The winner is Richelle F. Congrats!
One of the things I find challenging about parenting is feeding my toddler. In fact, since my son was a baby I've found mealtime a bit difficult. My goal has always been to provide him with fresh, healthy, all-natural, organic (when possible) foods. From the simple pu... Read More »
Published on Wednesday, October 7, 2009 by caryn
It was classy but casual. Intimate without being overwhelming. Simple with much attention paid to detail. Last week I spent a enjoyably relaxing day with some of the gals from LA Moms Blog, sponsored by simplehuman. The Los Angeles-based housewares design company tastefully displayed their latest products, designed for "efficient living." We got a sneak previe... Read More »
Published on Wednesday, October 7, 2009 by caryn
This giveaway is now closed. Thanks for stopping by. The winner is Shannon B. Congrats!
Sometimes I'll try "green" products and find them to be less effective than their counterparts. But there are a few staples we use in our household that I trust to do what they say they're going to do. Green Works is one such brand. We've actually been using the prod... Read More »
Published on Wednesday, October 7, 2009 by caryn
I never had an opportunity to decorate a nursery for my son. It wasn't until he was over a year that he even had his own room. We lived much of his first year in a one bedroom apartment and he happily co slept with us (he's still been known to sneak into our bed at 3 am some nights!). Now that we have more room, I have the flexibility to paint the room pink or thr... Read More »
Published on Wednesday, October 7, 2009 by caryn
My two year old son has suddenly become an imaginative little boy. He loves talking to his bear, making up words to songs he's learned, racing and talking to his cars, and cooking up meals in his Step2 Kitchen. My favorite toys are those that are both educational and inspirational...toys that encourage my son to use his creativity and imagination. One of our favori... Read More »
Published on Wednesday, October 7, 2009 by caryn
Last week we took my son trick or treating...at Disney's California Adventure! We took my son to Mickey's Trick Or Treat Party last year and what a difference a year makes. I don't ever remember him staying up past 11 pm, but he did. He was so excited about the characters and the festivities. For the first time, we were able to see Mickey's Trick-or-Treat-on ... Read More »
Published on Tuesday, October 6, 2009 by caryn
This giveaway is now closed. Thanks for stopping by. The winner is Melanie B. A HUGE congrats!
My husband may not appreciate what I'm about to write...but he is a HUGE fan and collector of Disney movies. I remember when we first met and he told me and then showed me his collection how surprised and impressed I was. He hasn't quite reached the D23 category... Read More »
Published on Monday, October 5, 2009 by caryn
This giveaway is now closed. Thanks for stopping by. The winner is Theresa. Congrats!
Every morning I start my day off with a cup pot of tea. Now that I'm pregnant, I'm opting for decaf versions, but I still love my tea! And thankfully, the benefits are numerous. Like a reduced risk of cardiovascular disease and some cancers. Tea has also been found t... Read More »
Published on Monday, October 5, 2009 by caryn
When my son was younger, we introduced him to the Baby Einstein series of CDs, DVDs, books, and toys. I am one of those parents that allow my son to watch a limited amount of carefully selected, age-appropriate television (and DVDs). My son is a happy, healthy little boy who is right on track with his developmental milestones. A lot of what we allow him to watch o... Read More »
Published on Sunday, October 4, 2009 by caryn
I was talking to another mom the other day about pregnancy. We were commenting on how some women just glow during pregnancy. You look in their eyes and you see how much they enjoy being pregnant. They look and feel fabulous. And then there the rest of us...who are just trying to survive. I'm in the second category. Please don't get me wrong. I am so than... Read More »
Published on Sunday, October 4, 2009 by caryn
We took my son to Mickey's Trick Or Treat Party on Friday night and he had a blast! He was dressed as a pirate (arr!) and pictures will be up soon! However, if you're still looking for a costume, you may want to check out the specially designed collection of Disney-themed Halloween costumes available at Toys R Us and Babies R Us. Part of the program involved a ben... Read More »
Published on Sunday, October 4, 2009 by caryn
Pregnancy, children, and age have caused me to take a closer look at the foods my family consumes and the products we use on our bodies and in our homes. I'm reading more labels, doing more research, and opting for greener, more natural products. What I use on my body is as important as what I consume, particularly because I'm pregnant.
Many years ago, I switch... Read More »
Published on Sunday, October 4, 2009 by caryn
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By now it's been at least a month since the school year started. Fortunately, I don't have to pack a lunch for my son (yet). The time will surely come quickly but for now, I'm enjoying the teeny break I get twice a week. If you do have to pack a lunch for your school-ag... Read More »
Published on Sunday, October 4, 2009 by caryn
This giveaway is now closed. Thanks for stopping by. The winner is Cynthia C. Congrats!
As the weather cools down and people head indoors, germs tend to aggregate. I'm so not looking forward to this cold and flu season. I'm pregnant and definitely don't need to get sick (and neither does my 2 year old!). When sickness does come into the house, here are ... Read More »
Published on Saturday, October 3, 2009 by caryn
This giveaway is now closed! Thanks for stopping by! The winner is Naddez. Congrats!
True Mom Confession: I still feed my son more times than not. What does that mean exactly? I literally feed him with a spoon or a fork. And he's two. I know. It's time. It's time for him to start feeding himself. My husband, my mom-friends, my parents, my in... Read More »
Published on Thursday, October 1, 2009 by caryn
This giveaway is now closed. Thanks for stopping by. The winner is Lily K. Congrats!
I grew up as an only child and spent a lot of time playing games with my parents. It was actually one of my favorite things to do (apart from Barbies, My Little Pony, and Cabbage Patch Kids). I grew up playing your traditional Life, Monopoly, Clue, and Candy Land. Games a... Read More »
Published on Thursday, October 1, 2009 by caryn
I know...It's October and she's ALREADY thinking about Christmas. It's actually a bit of a necessity, seeing that the week of Christmas I'll be a little more than 2 weeks away from delivery! So with that I debut my first, ever holiday gift guide. It's going to be awesome, filled with THE best gift ideas. Of course, I'll be playing Santa too with giveaways ga... Read More »