The Little Mermaid: Diamond Edition Blu-ray Combo Pack (Available Oct 1)

Ariel (voiced by Jodi Benson), is a free-spirited mermaid, who is off on the adventure of a lifetime with her best friend, the adorable Flounder (voiced by Jason Marin), and the reggae-singing Caribbean crab Sebastian (voiced by Samuel E. Wright) at her side. But it will take all of her courage and determination to make her dreams come true—and save her father’s beloved kingdom from the sneaky sea witch Ursula (voiced by Pat Carroll).

It is really wonderful that The Little Mermaid returns on DVD fully restored and remastered. The quality is great! I've always loved watching The Little Mermaid since I was younger. This would be the first time little Brandon will have a chance to watch it with me.

With unforgettable characters, thrilling adventures, soaring Academy Award-winning music, The Little Mermaid is one of the most celebrated animated films of all time. Now spectacularly transformed for the first time on Blu-ray with digitally restored picture and brilliant high-definition sound! Venture under the sea where Ariel, a free-spirited mermaid princess, longs to be part of the human world. After bravely striking a bargain with Ursula, a sneaky sea witch, Ariel embarks on the adventure of a lifetime. With Flounder and Sebastian at her side, Ariel will need all of her courage and determination to make things right in both her worlds.

Bonus Features:

• All-New Music Video
• @ Disney Animation
• Disney Intermission
• Deleted Character
• The Real Little Mermaid: Live Action Reference Model
• Part of Her World: Jodi Benson’s Voyage To New Fantasyland
• Howard’s Lecture
• Classic DVD Bonus Features

Disclosure: I received a complimentary copy of the DVD Blu-Ray from the PR firm or Company for review purposes only. Any expressed opinions are my own and personal thoughts. No other compensation was given.

Happy 5th Birthday!

It's Brandon's Birthday! I've baked mini cupcakes for Brandon's Kindergarten class to celebrate his 5th birthday. Brandon requested pizza for dinner so I made some. Then we had mousse cakes for dessert. Happy Birthday, my little guy!

Kidz Gear Prize Pack Giveaway

Welcome to the Kidz Gear Giveaway Event!

Hosted by Crafty Spices

Sponsored by Kidz Gear

Every kid that tries them ends up loving them. Jay @ Crafty Spices is giving you the opportunity to win your color choice of Kidz Gear headphones together with a carry bag and a Stereo Headphone splitter. For Jay's full review click here.

7 reason to use Kidz Gear Headphones:

1.     Kids love to have their own gadgets
2.     Kids love the vibrant colors offered
3.     Volume limit control cable protects little eardrums
4.     Kids love that they can "Control the volume" with the build in knob
5.     Soft ear-buds for delicate little ears
6.     Head-piece easily adjustable to any little head
7.     Mom & Dad can say my headphones are "My headphones" and can stop saying "Where are my headphones" 

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ONE (1) lucky winner will receive a Kidz Gear Prize Pack (winner's choice of color)! Contest is open to US and Canada, 18+ and ends October 10th, 2013 at 12am EST. All winning entries will be verified and randomly picked through the Rafflecopter entry form. Winner will have 48 hours to respond to claim their prize (otherwise a second winner will be chosen). All entries will be verified. Good Luck!      
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Chuggington StackTrack Contest

Are you a Chuggington Fan? We have some exciting news for you. TOMY North America is having a contest right now for Chuggington fans. “Are You a SuperStacker?” invites Chuggington fans to show off their best build (using track they already own) for a chance to be featured in NYC’s Times Square!

The contest is open now through October 6, 2013. Per the official rules, only Chuggington StackTrack purchased prior to 12:01 a.m. CDT on September 24, 2013 can be used in this contest. Visit www.facebook.com/tomy.toy and click on the SuperStacker fan page for complete rules and contest entry information.




Disclosure: I did not receive any products or compensation for this promotion. I was given info to share from the PR Firm / Company. My opinions are my own and may differ from those of other consumers.

Bloggers Wanted: Kidz Gear Giveaway Event

 Blogger Opp: Kidz Gear Giveaway Event

Attention bloggers:  This is a free/paid blogger event hosted by Crafty Spices. Link is free when you post about the giveaway on your blog and a thank-you for participating in the event.

PARTICIPATION DETAILS

* Prizes: A Kidz Gear Pack (carry bag & stereo headphone splitter cable)

* Event dates: September 26th - October 10th, 2013

* Eligibility: Contest is open to US only

* 1 FREE link (Twitter or Facebook) on entry form with announcement post

* Agree to post the giveaway HTML on the date the event begins and promote at least 3x a week


* Please feel free to mention Jennie Yuen from "Brandon's Adventures" Blog referred you! Thanks much!

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Reach & Eat: The Happy Healthy Baby Series of Board Books for Babies

The Happy Healthy Baby series of board books celebrates the discoveries babies make each day—of how they can move, reach, play, eat, cuddle, and rest. The board books feature black-and-white photographs of babies mixed in with brightly colored illustrations to portray the moments and moods of baby’s day. The text uses rhythm and rhyme to hold baby’s attention. “Giggle, wiggle, head to toe. Tap and clap and rock and roll!” There are also brief tips for adults at the back, tied to the topic of each book and focusing on developmental milestones during the first two years of life.


REACH - Wiggly baby on the floor. What is baby reaching for? Celebrate the many ways that babies reach out to discover and learn about the world around them. With lively rhyming text and vivid photos of babies in action, this book is sure to engage babies and grown-ups alike. A great baby board book for floortime or anytime!

EAT - Every day, in every way, babies eat. From bottles and breasts, trays and bowls. With fingers and with spoons. Join these babies as they explore and enjoy the many foods that help them grow healthy and strong. Hungry baby, food’s so yummy. Look at how it fills your tummy. Bouncy rhythms and bright photos and illustrations are sure to capture baby’s attention. Includes tips for parents and care providers.

Two more books are planned for the series: Play and Rest, available Spring 2014. Check out the rest of the series by clicking on the images below:





Disclosure: I received a complimentary copy of the mentioned book from the PR Firm/Publisher in exchange of my honest review in this post. My opinions are my own and may differ from those of other consumers.

PlasmaCar Ride-On Giveaway

Welcome to the PlasmaCar Ride-On Toy Giveaway!

Hosted By: Simply Southern Couponers
Sponsored By: PlaSmart

The Original PlasmaCar is an innovative ride-on toy that harnesses the natural forces of inertia, centrifugal force, friction, and kid power. Requires no batteries or pedals, just turn the steering wheel and go. Can be used indoors or outdoors but not recommended on hardwood floors. Perfect for ages 3 and up with a weight limit of 220lbs, creating endless hours of fun for both children and adults.

To see more about PlasmaCar read Simply Southern Couponers full review

FEATURES:

• No gears , batteries or pedals. Just steer and away you go.
• Multiple award winner
• Great Exercise inside or outdoors.
• Sleek, innovative design
• The PlasmaCar is meant to be used on a smooth, flat, hard surface and will not function properly on carpet, grass, gravel, sand or any surface with "give".

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ONE (1) lucky winner will receive their very own PlasmaCar Ride-On (RV $69.95)! Contest is open to US only, 18+ and ends October 4th, 2013 at 11:59 pm EST. All winning entries will be verified and randomly picked through the Giveaway Tools entry form. Winner will have 48 hours to respond to claim their prize (otherwise a second winner will be chosen). All entries will be verified. Good Luck!      
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Spooktacular Weekend Sale at Lovable Labels

Get ready for the Lovable Labels Spooktacular weekend sale! In just over one month left, Halloween will be here and is approaching fast and stores are already stocked up with Halloween items. Lovable Labels is offering parents the chance to stock up on labels at a discounted price, just in time for the release of the new Halloween Labels!


Through my experience, Lovable Labels is my #1 source for durable personalized labels, tags, safety products and much more. By recognizing the unique personality in every child, Lovable Labels inspires children to take better care of their belongings. These durable products withstand the dishwasher, microwave, washer, dryer, and the greatest test - your child!



Disclosure: I am receiving a pack of Halloween Labels from Lovable Labels in exchange for announcing this promotion. Any expressed opinions are my own and personal thoughts. No other compensation was given.

Blogger Opp: Kinderfeets Balance Bike Event

 Blogger Opp: Kinderfeets Balance Bike Giveaway Event

Attention bloggers:  This is a free/paid blogger event hosted by Mami's 3 Little Monkeys. Link is free when you post about the giveaway on your blog and a thank-you for participating in the event.

PARTICIPATION DETAILS

* Prizes: Kinderfeets Balance Bike (ARV $109)

* Event dates: October 1st - October 15th, 2013

* Eligibility: Contest is open to US only

* 2 FREE links on entry form (Facebook, Pinterest or Twitter) with announcement post (or pay $4 waiver fee).

* Agree to post the giveaway HTML on the date the event begins and promote at least 3x a week


* Please feel free to mention Jennie Yuen from "Brandon's Adventures" Blog referred you! Thanks much!

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Blogger Opp: Safety 1st Advance 70 Air + Convertible Car Seat Event

 Blogger Opp: Safety 1st Advance 70 Air + Convertible Car Seat Event

Attention bloggers:  This is a free/paid blogger event hosted by Everything Mommyhood and Easy Green mama. Link is free when you post about the giveaway on your blog and a thank-you for participating in the event.

PARTICIPATION DETAILS

* Prizes: Safety 1st Advance 70 Air + Convertible Car Seat (Retail value $189.99)


* Event dates: October 1st - October 20th, 2013




* Eligibility: Contest is open to US only

* Requirements to join event: must have 1000 Facebook Fans

* 1 FREE link on entry form (Facebook or Twitter) with announcement post (or pay $5 waiver fee).

* Co-Host $12, Extra Links $2 each, Email & Daily Vote $5, Daily Comment $8

* Agree to post the giveaway HTML on the date the event begins and promote at least 4x a week


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Baby Bullet Giveaway

Welcome to the Baby Bullet Giveaway Event!

 Sponsored By Baby Bullet

Hosted By Mami's 3 Little Monkeys

Thanks for joining us in and other exciting event where you can win a Baby Bullet for your home! One lucky reader will win the complete set for making healthy homemade food for baby! Mami's 3 Little Monkeys & Baby Bullet have teamed up to giveaway a 20 piece Baby Bullet set. 

This prize pack will include: 

• The Batch Bowl
• Power Base
• 6 Date Dial Cups & Storage Tray
• 2 Short Cups & 2 Stay Fresh Lids
• Easy Pop Batch Tray & Lid
• Blend Blade (Stainless Steel)
• Mill Blade (Stainless Steel)
• 1 Spatula
• User Manual
• Pocket Nutritionist
• Cookbook

Total Value of $60

Read Mami's 3 Little Monkeys Review HERE!

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ONE (1) lucky winner will receive a 20 pc Baby Bullet Set. Contest is open to US and Canada, 18+ and ends September 30th, 2013 at 11:59 pm EST. All winning entries will be verified and randomly picked through the Giveaway Tools entry form. Winner will have 48 hours to respond to claim their prize (otherwise a second winner will be chosen). All entries will be verified. Good Luck!      
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Madison Wood Gym Set Giveaway

Hosted by:

NYSavingSpecials

Co-Hosted by:

Mommy on the Money, The Stuff of Success, Barbara's Beat, Libby's Library, Capri's Coupons, Couponing4you, A Little Bit of Everything, Simply Sherryl and Uplifting Love. 

The Madison Premium Wooden Swing set from Big Backyard is an affordable high quality playset. Like all Big Backyard swing sets, the Madison provides children with a safe environment on which to play, explore adventurous possibilities and enjoy endless hours of fun and exercise! While your children will enjoy playing on their new swing set, parents will appreciate the craftsmanship and devotion to detail that make a Big Backyard Swing set look great in your yard.

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ONE (1) lucky winner will win a MADISON WOOD GYM SET (Value $329.98 + Insurance for 2 years $52.99)! Contest is open to US only, 18+ and ends October 7th, 2013 at 11:59 pm EST. All winning entries will be verified and randomly picked through the Rafflecopter entry form. Winner will have 48 hours to respond to claim their prize (otherwise a second winner will be chosen). All entries will be verified. Good Luck!      
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Creative Kids Bento Lunch Boxes

So I've been trying to get creative with little Brandon's lunch boxes for school. Making daily lunches for him is a new challenge for me now. Last week, here is what I've came up with from scratch and little bit of ideas from magazines. Some of you have probably already seen it on my Facebook or Instagram posts.

Ham and egg sandwich with grapes and cherry tomatoes.


Heart-shaped jelly sandwiches with weiners and mandarin oranges.


Fried rice with bunny apples and bunny-graham cookies.


Kitty cat ham sandwich with grapes, baby carrots, and bunny-graham cookies.

Book Review: The Eczema Diet by Karen Fischer

Discover How to Stop & Prevent the Itch of Eczema Through Diet & Nutrition
Twenty per cent of people in the developed world have eczema -- the incident rate among babies and children is on the rise. Unfortunately, our little one is one of those with eczema problems.

Lately, I've been concerned about little Brandon's eczema over the summer. There was a time when his skin became very patchy with rashes and had been wondering if it was something from his diet. The book includes easy-to-follow recipe tips  and recipes that I think will benefit and improve the overall health. The meal plan charts for children were very useful.

The research shows that eczema sufferers spend up to $2000 on eczema treatments each year and nearly 40 percent spend more than 10 minutes each day applying topical treatments. And yet the number of people with eczema is rising and has tripled in recent years.

While it's perfectly fine to use modern medicines to help you or your child gain temporary relief, you need to explore and ultimately follow a long term solution. This solution involves making environmental and dietary changes.

Topics in the book include:

• Tips on how to manage and mend your eczema
• How the diet works
• How a healthy liver and healthy skin go hand in hand
• Top 12 eczema-safe foods and other important ingredients
• Skin care products, make-up and daily regimen
• Bath recipes and emergency itch busters
• Eczema-safe recipes
• Food charts and menus for each specific age group -- from babies to adults
• Eczema-safe shopping guides

This outstanding book offers solutions and advice that can be tailored to suit individual needs — whether for a baby, child or adult — that will help manage and heal the eczema.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Karen Fischer is an award-winning author and nutritionist whose own daughter was plagued by eczema as an infant and toddler. She is also the author of The 8-Week Healthy Skin Diet. She's an avid health researcher, and she has a passion for finding new, science-based ways to create beautiful skin.

WHERE TO BUY: This book is now available at local retail bookstores, on Amazon.com,


Disclosure: I received a complimentary copy of the mentioned book from the PR firm or publisher in exchange of my review. Any expressed opinions are my own and personal thoughts. No other compensation was given.

First Look: CBS MOM (Premieres Sept 23rd) #CBSMOM

MOM is a comedy from executive producer Chuck Lorre starring Anna Faris as a newly sober single mom raising two children in a world full of temptations and pitfalls, and multiple Emmy Award winner Allison Janney as her critical, estranged mother. Christy is a waitress at a posh Napa Valley establishment who is four months clean and doing her best to be a good mom and overcome a history of questionable choices. Her sobriety is tested when her recovering alcoholic mom Bonnie reappears, chock-full of passive-aggressive insights into Christy’s many mistakes. Bonnie joins Christy’s already complicated circle of relationships: her handsome, married boss – and lover – Gabriel; the restaurant’s hot-tempered chef, Rudy; her pretty, 16-going-on-25-yearold daughter, Violet; her sweet but overly honest son, Roscoe; her irresponsible ex and Roscoe’s father, Baxter; and Violet’s clueless boyfriend, Luke. Christy tries to remain positive as she pursues her new path in life, but she faces an uphill battle, surrounded by a dubious support system – and a copious amount of dysfunction. Premieres Monday, Sept. 23, 2013, on the CBS Television Network.

TV's Top 10 Most Unconventional MOMS


Mom Confession: I'll admit that it drives me crazy when it comes to dinner time, especially the part when I cook and prepare meals for the family. It's very stressful. When my husband works late, I'm the only one who looks after my son and he's always trying to get my attention. I used to enjoy cooking, but everything has changed. It doesn't help when he's screaming and shouting around the house. Sometimes I try to find things for him to do or ask him to do something while I'm cooking. It gives me a bit of extra time to concentrate on preparing the meals. If you have any suggestions, please comment.

I really don't like it when little Brandon is near the stove because it's a bit dangerous if an accident happens. By the way, I ended up in the hospital one time from a freak accident because he was fooling around. Since then, I get scared of his fidgety actions.



Disclosure: This post was sponsored by the Role Mommy Writer's Network. Any expressed opinions are my own and personal thoughts.

Choc-V's Probiotic Vitamins

Choc-V's Vitamins provide a range of nutritional supplements for children and gives them the optimal nutritional value in a delicious flavor they will love.

Vitamins are excellent for little Brandon who might be lacking certain nutrients we eat in our meals. We received a box of Choc-V's Probiotic + prebiotic fiber to try. When we're on the go (especially rushing out the door to get to school), this is perfect daily morning vitamin for little Brandon. He really loves these. We all love chocolate and that's why Choc-V's Vitamins are delicious and good for the health with all the essential vitamins.

By the way, yesterday was Brandon's first day of school for kindergarten. What an exciting time! There will be lots of new changes like new school, new teachers, new friends and new things to learn.


WHAT ARE ANTIBIOTICS & PROBIOTICS?

Antibiotics work to destroy the bad bacteria in the intestinal tract. However they also destroy the healthy bacteria, leaving your child vulnerable to intestinal upsets. Probiotics replenish the body’s healthy bacteria and help restore the immune system, 70% of which resides in your intestinal tract.


Features & Benefits:

- contains 1 billion microflora
- helps to restore digestive health
- helps strengthen natural defense systems
- provides optimal nutritional value
- white chocolate flavor kids will love
- gluten-free and certified kosher
- peanut-free and soy-free


Visit www.teelah.com for info and other products.

If you haven't checked out "The Chocofier" web app yet, go check it out at www.chocvs.com. Make your website more yummy by adding a layer of delicious chocolate! Choose from white chocolate, milk chocolate, and dark chocolate. Here's a screenshot of my blog in milk chocolate.



Disclosure: I received samples of the above mentioned product in exchange for my honest review in this post. Any expressed opinions are my own and personal thoughts. No other compensation was given.