Author: MamatheFox

23
Oct
2017

LILLEbaby Carrier Giveaway

categories: Giveaway

Lillebaby is well known for having a huge selection of high-quality baby carriers. From soft structured carriers for babies and toddlers with a great fit, patterns and options, ringslings and even a wrap, Lillebaby has you covered! Enter to win your choice of Lillebaby carrier below:

Lillebaby has several style carriers that I often recommend for babywearers looking for everything to fit just right. Styles include the Complete 6-in-1, the Essentials 4-in-1, the Carry-On Toddler, Seat-Me Hip-Seat, Ring sling and Wrap.

Complete 6-in-1 Baby Carrier

Available in original, air flow, all seasons, organic, embossed and woven.
SIX ERGONOMIC CARRYING POSITIONS – Includes every carrying positon without the need for an infant insert: Front-fetal, Front-infant, Front-outward, Front- toddler, Hip and Back carry. The COMPLETE grows with your child through all the baby wearing years, from 7 lbs to 45 lbs. The patented cupped seat adjusts to keep baby ergonomically seated in all six carry positions through every development stage. Owning an ergonomic backpack is good as it reduces the likelihood of back strain.
LUMBAR SUPPORT – Increases comfort, maintains healthy posture and alignment, and prevents lower back strain. Combined with an extra sturdy waist belt to maximize parent’s comfort.
TWO-WAY STRAP NEW! – Enable wearer to carry “backpack style” or with straps crossed in the back. Dual adjustment buckles simplify breastfeeding and adjusting straps on the go.
SLEEPING HOOD– Features dual adjustment points to provide tailored support for baby’s head while sleeping, sun protection while exploring, and privacy while nursing. Removable.
EXTRA TALL, EXTENDABLE TORSO – So comfortable your baby will fall asleep. Provides extra neck and back support and keeps taller babies secure in the carrier. The adjustable width gently cradles baby’s head. Elastic straps provide support while allowing for movement and easy adjustment.
POCKET- Zippered cargo pocket on the panel for easy storage of essentials.
WIDE, PADDED SHOULDER STRAPS & WAIST BELT – Evenly distribute baby’s
weight for maximized comfort.

Essentials 4-in-1 Baby Carrier

Available in all-seasons and original
FOUR ERGONOMIC CARRYING POSITIONS – The ESSENTIALS provides four carrying options – Front – Infant (with the addition of the infant insert – coming soon), Front – Facing In, Hip, and Back. The ESSENTIALS is recommended for children 15lbs-45lbs. With the addition of the infant insert it is approved for use from 7lbs-45lbs.”
PERFECT FIT ADJUSTERS (NEW!) – The ESSENTIALS is outfitted with Perfect Fit Adjusters, or PFAs, which allow the wearer to adjust the length of the shoulder straps and positioning of the carrier panel to achieve a truly customized fit.
TWO WAY STRAP – Our two-way adjustable straps enable wearers to carry “backpack style” or with straps crossed in the back. Dual adjustment buckles simplify breastfeeding and adjusting straps on the go.
SLEEPING HOOD – The ESSENTIALS all-weather sleeping hood is constructed from a soft, breathable mesh, which provides excellent air flow for your sleeping baby and improved visibility for parents.
POCKETS – Our large zippered storage pocket offers ample storage space for all your other essentials, and the easy-reach pocket is ideal for storing the hood when not in use.
MESH PANEL (All Seasons Only): The Essentials All Seasons features a mesh panel keep you and your little one cool on warm days. Simply unzip the 100% cotton flap and secure to reveal soft, breathable mesh!
You can read Mama Banana’s Adventures Lillebaby Essentials Review.

Carry-On Toddler

Fits children 20-60lbs
ERGONOMIC CARRYING – Carry on your front, hip or back. The CarryOn grows with your child up to 60 lbs.
LUMBAR SUPPORT – Increases comfort, maintains healthy posture and alignment, and prevents lower back strain. Combined with an extra sturdy waist belt to maximize parents comfort.
THREE-WAY STRAPS – The carrier offers near limitless adjustability! Enables wearer to carry “backpack style” or with straps crossed on the back. Dual adjustment buckles simplify breastfeeding and adjusting straps on the go. The CarryOn also has an adjuster on the front so that you can easily position baby closer to you.
SLEEPING HOOD – Features dual adjustment points to provide tailored support for baby’s head while sleeping, sun protection while exploring, and privacy while nursing. Removable.
EXTRA TALL TORSO – So comfortable your baby will fall asleep. The carrier features an extra roomy torso with wider and padded support for baby’s legs, as well as a tall torso that reach high on baby’s back.
POCKETS – Large zippered storage pocket, plus easy-reach pocket for storing hood and essentials.
WIDE, PADDED SHOULDER STRAPS & WAIST BELT – Evenly distributes baby’s weight for maximized comfort.
UNIQUE WOVEN DESIGN – (Woven carry-ons only) Sleep Dust pattern is woven directly into the fabric.
You can read Mama Banana’s Adventures Carry-On Toddler Review.

Lillebaby Seat-Me

This multifunctional carrier can also convert to a soft structured carrier. The ridged shelf seat insert can be removed and easily converts the carrier to a regular soft structure carrier! Features include:

Multiple carrying positions: front-inward and front-outward (with or without panel), and hip and back (with panel).
Weight range: 12-45 pounds (5.5 to 20 kgs)
Comfortable and ergonomic for baby with large, cushioned 3D Platform seat
Comfortable and extra stable with wide, supportive waistband that attaches with Velcro and buckle
Tuck-away baby hood for protection and privacy
Two large easy-access zippered pockets
100% premium cotton
Lightweight
Machine washable

In addition to these carriers, Lillebaby offers a Tie-the-Knot wrap and a beautiful selection of ring slings. One lucky USA or Canadian person will win their choice of carrier! See all of the carriers available at Lillebaby and good luck!

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21
Oct
2017

Cooking With Technology – The NetChef Kitchen Helper

categories: Reviews

Cooking is one of my favorite things to do, other than listening to music that is.

When I am in the kitchen I am in my special place. It is where I cook for my family & where we meet to talk about our day. It’s where I listen to my music, talk radio and other podcasts. Honestly, most people spend more time in their kitchen than they realize.

I am a huge technology lover. Being a blogger, I am constantly on my cell, using social media, playing with smartwatches, laptops, WiFi devices and such. Even in the kitchen I’m surrounded by tech, from my smart fridge to arguably the best microwave oven under 15000, and every part of it always in use. I also enjoy finding new tips and tricks on how I’m able to increase my blog’s awareness (sometimes even while whipping something up in the kitchen), to be fair, most of these pointers are posted by a Digital Marketing Company. I also love finding the next best thing in the tech world – and I found the coolest new product to help simplify your life – the NetChef Digital Kitchen.

This fully loaded device is like a tablet – but with better speakers, it’s light & portable, and it’s easy to store. But the best part is that it comes loaded with tons of wonderful recipes, right at your fingertips.

I hate lugging my laptop into the kitchen to pull up my latest Pinned recipe off Pinterest – or trying to read it off my phones small screen and needing to keep zooming in to read it better. The NetChef is perfect for people who love to use recipes off Pinterest because Pinterest is one of the pre-loaded app options for your to add to your device!

The NetChef has 10 preloaded buttons for you to scroll through on the main home screen: Audio Books, Enjoy Music, Enjoy Video, Internet Radio, Stored Photos, Social Media, Online Recipes, Cooking Sites, My Recipes and a Utilities button. Each of these main options opens up to give you options to download apps on the device which suit you and your family best.

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I love that they don’t spam up the device with assumptions. Some people may not use Instagram and not need it uploaded, taking up memory. Others may love YouTube and want that to be easily accessible. Giving the user the option to pick and choose what they want their NetChef is priceless.

However, being a cooking based device, each NetChef device is pre-loaded with tons of amazing recipes for the user. These recipes are accessible through the Online Recipes button. I was in shock by how many yummy and fun recipes I know have at my finger tips. There are 18 categorizes to choose from, such as breakfast, lunch or dinner…Main course, soups, vegetarian…quick recipes, kids recipes or special occasions. You can favorite any of the recipes themselves to save for future use and to make finding them even faster.

At the bottom of the Online Recipes screen there are several super helpful features which include a timer and a conversion tool. You can use the timer for not only your recipes but other reminders, like if a kid is in time out, to make a phone call in an hour or to grab that load of laundry out of the washer. The conversion tool is great for knowing how to figure out liter, ml, cup, fluid ounces, tablespoon and gallons ratios. Often when changing the recipes by needing to make more or less this will come in handy. Have you ever found a recipe that is in European measurements? I have! Now you can easily figure out how to make it using the measurements you are familiar with.

The last option in the Online Recipe tab is cuisines. This is amazing because it allows you to search by country, such as Italian, Middle Eastern, African, French, Japanese, Mexican, Russian and many others. The foodie in me loves this feature, because I can find recipes I never thought of exploring.

If you love having music play in the background while cooking or just in the background throughout your day then this NetChef is going to be a big lifestyle changer in your home. By having access to tons of audio options you are going to put it on your Christmas list right now and mention it to several people too!

There are 3 main ways to hear audio features: Internet Radio (Pandora, iHeartRadio, TunedIn), Pi Music (located in Enjoy Music button) and an Audio Book button (Audible, AudioBooks.com and LoyalBooks).

At the Fox house we love using Pandora, as it is also on my cell phone and I have been curating my lists for years now. Being able to hear my favorite channels through perfect Hi-Fi speakers to get the volume I most desire is wonderful.

When things get messy and that sauce splatters, don’t fret – it’s waterproof! Just use a damp towel to wipe it clean and a dry one to get the screen clear. No more worries about ruining your phone or laptop with grease or sauce splatters.

Being a plug-and-play tablet, this device is super easy to use. Perfect for anyone who cooks, listens to music or browses the internet. Being a fully functional tablet, you can easily get online and use the device like you would a laptop computer. Now that you are super excited about the NetChef – click overe here to see it on Amazon and read even more about the features and availability.

The future of smart devices and smart homes is very exciting. Companies like Crestron are already making a name for themselves in this sector by installing high end devices in the home to automate life and connect everything to the palm of your hand. But if you were the kind of person that loves building their own smart home lights by installing motion sensors in them and whatnot, check out Octopart. They have a great range of electronic components for any project you have in mind.

Photos! The NetChef Digital Kitchen comes with a few pre-loaded images but you can upload your own photos using any photo apps you enjoy, or by saving them off any social media channels like Facebook or Instagram. Click on the little 3 dots, save to device and it will download into the applicable folder in the Stored Photos button. You can make them scroll by clicking the play button symbol. It is set to change photos every 3 seconds, but you can change the length of the flip by going into the settings. Its very simple to do. My family, especially my kids, love seeing their daily adventures pop up. They them recall the previous adventures they have experienced.

Tips for Users:

Read through the information booklet that comes with the device, its full of helping information.

To get the device to turn on or off, you need to HOLD DOWN the power button for 3-5 seconds, or until you hear a “pop” noise. This is the speakers and unit turning on and a good noise so dont be alarmed. It will not turn on or off it just touch the button for 1 second – you MUST hold down the button for several seconds.

After the device is on, go to the top right corner of the screen like you would any other smart device and find the connection to set up your Wi-Fi. Without the Wi-Fi turned on you will not be able to use all the features like social media and music apps.

Be sure to allow the screen to fully complete it’s task before touching it. If you are downloading an app or opening something do not touch the screen before its done thinking – it can freeze up, causing you to have to start over.

Download the apps you want as you need them. Why clog up the memory for apps you may not use. Just download them as you go.

Play around and browse the recipes that are pre-loaded. You are going to have such fun trying new recipes!

Check out some other fun NetChef products by clicking here

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21
Oct
2017

A Thrill of Hope Giveaway Sign Up

categories: Blogger Opp

Theme – Open
Minimum prize value of $10. Must be a new item.
Date: 12/1 – 12/15
Start time: December 1– 9:00 am EST
End time: December 15 – 11:59 pm EST
Winner(s) must be drawn on 12/16/2017. Events must be open to US entrants.

Adding your link means you agree to the following terms:
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Your giveaway item(s) have a value of $10.
Must include disclosure included in email
A Link to the hosts: MamatheFox (https://mamathefox.com)
Send any questions to mamathefox@gmail.com

This giveaway must be dedicated to this event only

If you sign up and can no longer participate please let me know so I can remove you from the linky.

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6.	Here We Go Again...Ready? - US	15.	Candid Mama - US
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21
Oct
2017

Have Yourself a Merry Little Giveaway Hop Sign Up

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Theme – Open
Minimum prize value of $10. Must be a new item.
Date: 12/16 – 12/31
Start time: December 1 6– 9:00 am EST
End time: December 31 – 11:59 pm EST
Winner(s) must be drawn on 1/1/2018. Events must be open to US entrants.

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This giveaway must be dedicated to this event only

If you sign up and can no longer participate please let me know so I can remove you from the linky.

Please retweet the link below after you sign up to spread the news!

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1.	MamatheFox (Host)	15.	Everyday Gizmos Sweeps & Views - US
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5.	Nanny to Mommy - US	19.	Literary Winner - US
6.	Candid Mama - US	20.	Kerrific Online - US
7.	Here We Go Again...Ready? - US	21.	Confessions Of A Overworked Waitress - WW
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9.	Coupons and Freebies Mom - US	23.	Angie's Angle - US
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20
Oct
2017

Lottie Doll Giveaway

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Enter for your chance to win your choice of (1) Lottie Doll (up to a $25 value)

Hosted by: MamatheFox

Co-Hosted by: Sonya’s Happenings & Easter Babes Theory

My Love for Lottie Dolls

categories: Reviews

My daughter, like so many other children, loves to play with dolls.

When you look at most dolls in retailers and online, you can easily see that the dolls looks like little teenagers or grown ups. Why is this? My daughter likes to make her dolls play like little kids – just as she is, a little kid. Giving the dolls fun scenarios that kids may get into, and some situations that only a 5 year old could drum up!

Finding a doll that is for children, that LOOKS like a child finally became a reality when Lottie walked into our lives.

What Makes Lottie Dolls so Special?

The dolls are made to resemble an elementary age child who really exists – they are Inspired by Real Kids.
Each dolls outfit is made to easily go on and off. My daughter is the kid who constantly wants to put on and take off her dolls clothing. Many times my daughter cannot get a shirt over the head of the doll. Or cannot manage to get the pants back on. The designers of Lottie knew this was a problem for many kids. They took that into consideration when designing all of their dolls clothing. With easy to remove and easy to put on clothing, you can allow your child to stay in imagination mode longer without them needing adult assistance.
The heads are slightly larger than a child’s head would be in real life, but this is to allow for a super fun amount of hair to be on each doll. Some children love to brush and manage their dolls hair. Lottie Dolls allow for load of hair play. They even have a special hair care accessory kit that helps with hair playing.
Loads of extra outfits, pets, buildings and play sets to give your children even more scenarios to engage in.

Allowing your child to engage in creative play is a key to strengthening their imagination and development. Creating situations on their own allows them to express themselves and engage in a fulfilling type of play.

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Forest Friend

The Forest Friend doll gives the child a doll with soft red hair who wears a fairy like outfit. The fairy clothing has a very earthy feel with shades of green and purples. With a bow in her hair and golden shoes, this Lottie doll is just what a little who who likes fairy gardens will want. When my daughter and I play with the Forest Friend Lottie we like to imagine she is the fairy that unlocks the world of gnomes, talking animals and beautiful fields of flowers. Will we find a secret door in the tree in the front yard? Can we fly today through the corn fields while looking for our secret frog friends?

Snow Queen

With winter coming up soon my daughter keeps talking about ice skating, the holidays and snowball fights. With the Snow Queen Lottie you can play in the snow all year long! This beautiful doll comes with a mask, which allows you to image she was invited to a special Masked Ball Party, and may meet her prince charming there. Snow Queen wears a light blue dress with icy white accents. Studded with snowflakes, she looks like a tiny princess about to hit the town in her finest attire. When she puts on her mask will people know its her? Can she pretend to be someone completely different with her mask on? How will your child engage with the Snow Queen?

Biscuit the Beagle Dog Accessory Set

My daughter has a soft spot in her heart for dogs. Playing with small animals is one of her most favorite things to do. Each Lottie animal is made to perfectly pair with any of the Lottie dolls. The Biscuit the Beagle comes with a fall themed outfit for the dog to wear, a leash, bone, food/water dish and a bag which he can be carried in my any of the Lottie Dolls. Biscuit can easily because your Lottie’s favorite pet with his fun furry coat and easy to play with accessories. Will Biscuit be the faithful side kick for your Lottie or will be run a muck and track pretend mud into the dolls play area?

The Lottie Dolls Make Perfect Gifts for Birthdays and Holidays

I gave my daughter the above mentioned dolls and dog for her 5th birthday. Her face was beaming when she opened her packages to see beautiful dolls that looks like someone she would see at school. She instantly wanted to take them out of the box and start playing with them. I head her talking about how the pet is going to be the best pet ever! Her enthusiasm was reassuring, knowing that these dolls are above average and what you truly want to give as a gift.

Modest Dolls for Modest Girls

Keeping up with fashion of the day, but trying to remain modest and not allowing my daughter to wear certain tighter fitting clothing, is a choice my family made long ago. We love being in style, but want to sit with our convictions. We do not wear bikinis, or too shirts that are too low cut. Sadly, all of the dolls we have seem before Lottie we not dresses as we would dress. The clothing very tight, almost revealing at times too, made me sad. What a child sees on their doll is what they see on themselves. They set into those dolls shoes in their mind and become part of the play they are engaging in. Now with Lottie, my daughter can play without imagining herself in attire we would not wear. We love everything about Lottie.

13
Oct
2017

How Going Green Can Get You Out of Debt

categories: Reviews

It’s a no-brainer. By going green, you can help play your part in preserving the Earth. But did you know that it can also help you keep more of your hard-earned money in your pocket? And if you’re planning to pay down the load of debt you’ve carried for several years, this could be the boost you need to make it happen. With this being said, although dealing with debt can be very stressful, knowing that you can check out sites like www.debtconsolidationusa.com to help get advice and hopefully find a solution to get your financial life back on track could be worth it.

That’s a win-win situation for the environment and your overall wellbeing. So, keep reading to learn how to pull it off. If you are finding yourself in serious debt and you’re really struggling, it’s important you get help where you can and make sure the debt doesn’t keep increasing. Trying to get out of debt can be hard for anyone, luckily there are ways for you to get emergency cash when you need it, see how payday loans online can help you to find out more.

How Going Green Can Get You Out of Debt

DIY cleaning supplies

On average, how much do you spend on cleaning supplies annually? Depending on which brands you buy, that number could easily be well into the hundreds. To illustrate, if a bottle of laundry detergent costs you $10 and you use two bottles per month, you’ll spend a whopping $240 a year. But by making your own clean supplies, you could play your part in protecting the environment and save a bundle.

Fewer medical issues

Have you considered swapping out processed food for more wholesome choices? While the thought of buying organic items may give you sticker shock, it may be a worthwhile investment. Why so? Well, your diet plays a huge part in your gut health and poor nutrition can lead to major digestive issues which affect other parts of your body. End result: more visits to the doctor and hefty medical bills. But by going green, you’ll spend money on the front end but save a bundle on health-related expenses.

To illustrate, if you have high cholesterol and take medication that costs you $40 a month, you’ll spend $480 a year. And that doesn’t even factor in the cost of doctor visits. But if you go green and clean up your diet, it’s a possibility you can stop taking the medication and cut doctor visits altogether. Imagine how much of a dent that extra cash could place in your debt? Experts at Sambla say that health is wealth, so take care of yourself now to avoid future medical expenses.

Recycle bottles and cans

The next time you head to the trash can to toss that pile of paper or empty bottle of laundry detergent or soda can, think twice. You may be able to reuse these items or take them to the nearest recycling plant and trade them in for cash. It may not be much, but the small amounts add can up over time.

Bike or walk to work

Do you live within near of your place of employment? Consider walking or biking to work to play your part in reducing carbon emissions. By doing so, you’ll also avoid spending money on gasoline for your vehicle and have extra funds on hand to pay down the debt faster.

Decrease energy consumption

No need to run the air conditioning or ceiling fans all day to cool down and circulate the air in your home. Try opening the windows and letting the cool breeze permeate the room. The same rule applies for lights; natural light is so much more soothing. Also, try taking a break from the television or electronics and enjoying the great outdoors. And instead of tossing all your clothes in the dryer, hang them on a rack to dry. These are just a few simple ways to decrease energy consumption in your home. And best of all, you’ll see a drop in your utility bill. If you are interested in reducing your utility bills further, did you realize that you could save further by switching energy providers? If you aren’t sure who to use then you should check out something like these Just Energy reviews to give you a better idea of how switching providers could help you.

A final thought

By implementing these tips into your daily regimen, you can go green and pay off the debt in record time. You can also consider settling your debts through a debt settlement option to reach the finish line faster. If you’re interested, check this link here to learn more about options that may be available to you.

13
Oct
2017

The Gift of Experience with The Harlem Globe Trotters

categories: Reviews

Give the gift of a priceless memory with tickets to a Harlem Globe Trotters show

With a star-studded roster featuring Big Easy Lofton, Ant Atkinson, Hi-Lite Bruton, Thunder Law, Bull Bullard and Cheese Chisholm – plus female stars TNT Lister, Ace Jackson and Hoops Green – the Harlem Globetrotters’ show is unrivaled in the world of family entertainment. Their 2018 World Tour will showcase incredible ball handling wizardry, rim-rattling dunks, trick shots, hilarious comedy and unequaled fan interaction. After the game, Globetrotter stars will sign autographs and take photos with fans.

Coming to a city near you!

The Fox’s are planning on attending the Cleveland, Ohio stop of this thrilling experience show. The Harlem Globe Trotters are not your average basketball team. Instead they play with humor, tricks and illusions that will have your family laughing out loud and giggling with joy. This show will be the perfect family day out you have been looking for. My husband went as a child and it is one of his most fond memories of his childhood. We have often spoke about eventually taking our kids, when they are old enough to sit still and enjoy it. Now that our kids are 3.5 and 5 years old we plan to attend the Cleveland show this December.