Author: MamatheFox

Veestro Review

It can be hard to take the time to make real, healthy food every day. Everyone has those days when time alludes them and you totally forgot to make a meal! But what about your diet? You have been doing so good and don’t want to “waste” that awesome workout earlier by guilt eating a pizza or sub sandwich. Something like powerlife supplements can help get you the nutrition you need and stave off the cravings for junk food, but what if you’re still hungry. What you need a proper meal as well if you want to stay fit and healthy… but you just don’t have the time to make it.

What if instead, you had an all-natural, no preservative or animal products meal ready to go in your freezer? Packed with all the nutrients you need for a healthy lifestyle. Too good to be true? Nope! Veestro is your new backup, or daily eating, plan.

About Veestro

Veestro wants to make healthy eating easy for us. They offer three ways to buy their food and meal programs: A la Carte, Meal Packs, and their Weight Loss meal programs. You can choose whichever works best for you and your family and have these amazing meal delivered straight to your home or office.

A la Carte, Meal Packs,or Weight Loss

With the A la Carte option you can choose from a broad variety of meals, desserts or juice cleanses to have quickly shipped out to you. With prices ranging from 5.49 to 11.99, nothing is out of your budget.

The Meal Packs offer 5 different packages for all types of people. The 21-day kickstart plan is a very popular option. You can simply replace 1,2 or 3 of your daily meals with a healthy, organic, non-GMO, 100% plant-based Veestro meal.

Weight Loss package is broken up by 3 plan options – each of them lasting 2 weeks. All of them are organic, 100% plant based and NON-GMO.

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Mama’s Experience

I am not a vegan, but I do enjoy all types of foods. One of my best friends is a vegan and she was so excited to hear about Veestro. When people make the choice to eat vegan its typically due to their believes in the ethical treatment of animals. This is not the only reason, just one of many. Veestro only has plant-based foods that are healthy and read to heat and eat! Their selection is broad, giving you so many options. They have breakfast, lunch, dinner and every dessert options. I love knowing that if I can find any type of food through Veestro, even soups and juices. I was able to try a few different meals by Veestro and I can honestly say that I liked every single one of them.

The Breakfast Burrito

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This was such an amazing start to my day. It was packed with all the fun spices and flavors that I want in a warm and filling burrito. All the black beans really made this a filling meal. The sauce has a kick, which I love! I really love hot foods, so to me it was not too hot, but if you don’t like things that are spicy I would steer clear of the sauce on this one – because it has a slight punch to it. I, however, used all the sauce because I couldn’t stop myself! It was so tasty and paired perfectly with not only the burrito but also the potatoes. The potatoes were soft just crisp. Like they just come out of the oven. For something I microwaved, I am clueless how they perfected those spuds to make them taste so fresh.

The Spanish Torta with Black Bean Sauce

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I have never had a Torta before, but based on the image on Veestros website, I was totally sure it was a Mexican pie-like dish with a flaky crust topping, and I so right on LOL! This torta the spot on a busy weekend for me. I did not have time to gather myself a lunch when my kids were having their typical toddler pre nap meltdown. I was running on zero and needed a meal and fast! I tossed this in the microwave and took a quick picture before I scarfed it down. I was so good I wished I had 2! The sauce was so simple but pared perfectly with the torta. If you like Mexican food, then you need to try this one for sure.

The Chocolate Covered Cheezecake

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I am such a dessert lover. I love cheesecake. My vegan friend, who I loving call ‘cheese’, no longer eats cheese! She has not eaten a cheesecake in years. Now she is able to eat it once again! This vegan ‘cheezecake’ is dairy-free but still tastes like heaven! I honestly have no clue how how they did this one and I don’t care! Just get me another slice!! It is smooth and moist. The crust is my favorite, solid but not too hard. The chocolate covering on top just makes it more exciting. While it may not be ‘real’ cheese, this cheezecake is definitely something any vegan should try.

The Eggplant Casserole

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I love eggplant. I love how it’s hearty and really filling. This eggplant not only hit the spot but totally filled me up! I was excepting to also eat some fresh veggies and a yogurt (I am not vegan) with it for my full meal. Once I finished eating the Eggplant Casserole I didn’t even think of eating more. I am such a fan of cheese. If you miss cheese in your vegan diet, then you need to try this dish. The vegan cheese used in here really gives you the ricotta feel and flavor. The sauce is a nice compliment. It didn’t over power the dish. It was a small amount of sauce but the casserole was crazy moist and the sauce was not needed for moisture reasons. It is purely another layer in the flavor party that is this dish.

The Soba Noodles with Peanut Sauce

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They had me at peanut sauce! I love a rich peanut sauce so much. I knew I had to try out this one out. I was not let down! It was soft, rich and not too thick but not at all runny. Great texture for those who are funny about textures and their food. This meal needs to be thawed out so I placed it in my fridge overnight so that it was perfect for lunch the following day. I warmed it up using the micorwave because I like my sauce and noodles a little warm. There were tiny bits of cucumber and carrot, which gave a very fresh feeling to it. But, like I said, this mean was all about that rockin’ peanut sauce.

Sweet Peanut Clothing Review

Both the American Consumer Product Safety Commission and Health Canada give manufacturers of children’s apparel a choice:  Clothing may be treated with chemical flame retardants or be classified as 100% cotton and snug fitting. – For Sweet Peanut this choice was obvious!

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Not only is their clothing 100% organic cotton GOTS (Global Organic Textile Standard) certified.  It is never chemically treated and never will be. This is so reassuring to a mother like me. I try to reduce my children’s chemical exposure wherever I can. We eat as clean and organic as possible. I use organic bath products. We cloth diaper. All these are such great ways to reduce chemicals, but often people don’t even think about the amount of chemicals that could be in their children’s clothing. When you cloth your child in Sweet Peanut clothing, you can reset assured that they are 100% chemical free.

During their dying process they also use methods that are safe and non hazardous, while still keeping vibrate and bright colors as options in their clothing line. Sweet Peanut cares about your baby, the gift of health and reducing their global footprint. Because of these factors I have added them as a Simple Green Living company!

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Sweet Peanut makes the perfect variety of clothing options. Short sleeves, long sleeves, onesies, gowns, suits and pants. All the basics and more! Here are some of the lines they carry:

Each piece is perfectly made. My daughter and son love their Sweet Peanut Clothing. They are comfortable, easy to wear, wash wonderfully and look adorable on children. This company is an all around win.

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Book Bear Giveaway

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Dinky Dives Fathers Day Giveaway

Dinky Dives Fathers Day Giveaway

Giveaway

Welcome to the Super Day Giveaway Hop!

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Dinky Dives Fathers Day Giveaway

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Beco Carrier Giveaway

Babywearing is an act of love. It keeps baby comfy, close to your heartbeat and everyone happy. In addition to the many benefits of babywearing, baby carriers come in amazing designs, prints and patterns. One very popular type is the soft structured carriers (SSCs). They’re easy to put on and take off, and have comfortable padded shoulder straps. It’s my go-to for supermarket shopping and trips to the park. Beco Baby Carriers are well known soft structured baby carriers (SSC) and the Soleil goes from 7-45lbs. With the snap
of two buckles this carrier is easy to take on and off for shopping,
going on a walk or simply getting things done at home like eating!
Wouldn’t you love to win this beautiful carrier? Details below:

Beco Soleil Carriers are well known for their
versatility and selection in prints and patterns. With the infant insert, these carriers go from 7-45 pounds and position baby ergonomically. In addition to the Soleil, the company also carriers the toddler and Gemini. You can read Mama Banana’s review of their other carrier, the Beco Gemini, to see more about these carriers and brand. Why Beco? The Beco Soleil Comes in Fantastic Colors and has many features. In addition, this design is no longer in production and highly sought after!

Beco Soleil Features Include:

Features:

  • Soft structured baby carrier – front, hip & back carry positions
  • Newborn (with Soleil Infant Insert – sold separately) to toddler (7 – 45 lbs/3.5 – 20.4 kg)
  • Wide base & high back panel, large shaped ergonomic seat
  • Padded headrest & leg openings
  • Ability to cross straps across back
  • Roomy pocket on waist belt
  • Key ring & toy ring
  • Phthalate Free, Latex Free, Lead Free, BPA Free

Measurements

  • Body 16″ wide x 17″ tall
  • Shoulder straps adjustable from 23″ – 42″
  • Padded waist belt adjustable from 28″ – 60″
  • Weight capacity of the carrier: 7 – 45 lbs (3.2 – 20.4kg)
  • Weight of the carrier: 1.5 lbs

 

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Bodylicious Skin Review

As a mother I try to enjoy my alone time as much as humanly possible. Those precious rare moments when the house is still, kids are asleep and I have the motivation to stay awake I try to seize the moment and take what I call my ‘tub time’. I relax in the bathtub with some fun spa like products, a cool glass of water or warm cup of tea and a good book. That to me is one of the highlights of my adult life (my 21 year old self would be laughing at this I am pretty sure).

I am currently in love with Bodylicious Skin products. Theses fun bath and beauty items are available through Etsy and are priced perfectly. So many times I find great products but I cannot afford to keep buying them over and over again. With Bodylicious Skin, they price their products reasonably so that you can use them daily, not only as special occasion treats.

Shirley is the owner of Bodylicious Skin and she makes of each product herself. Using a super high standard her quality control is on point. Nothing gets shipped out unless its perfect. The smells, textures, ingredients all are thoughtfully chosen and made with the end product in mind. Shirley has an auto immune disease, which limits the amount and types of products which she can use. She experimented for a while and started to make her own products so that she can enjoy bath products without harming herself. She makes all her products in a completely sanitized environment, which makes all the difference really.

Bodylicious products are made fresh, and scents can be made to order!

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Mama’s Experience

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I was able to experience 4 different types of products from Bodylicious. My products arrived on a hot Ohio day, but the each of the products were still in great shape. The body butter and the whipped soap didn’t become an oily or runny mess. This really stood out to me. The ingredients held up and that is pretty cool to a consumer like me.

Body Butter

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I have to use a good moisturizer on my legs after shaving. Its just how my body is. In the winter I have to use it because, heck its winter and dry! In the summer I need it because after I shave my legs they need that extra moisture to feel comfortable. My hands need moisture every so often because of the million sink fulls of dishes I do daily.  What I love about Bodylicious Skin’s Body Butter is how smooth is feels, how quickly it absorbs and there is no greasy after feeling.

The Body Butter’s contain high amounts of rich minerals, and hydrovance – a natural ingredient that delivers a immediate and long-lasting hydration more effectively than Glycerin.

Fluffy Whipped Soap

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This Fluffy Whipped Soap is the top seller at Bodylicious Skin, and I can totally see why. I have heard of and touched soap aerial cotton candywhipped soap products before. This whipped soap is in a class of it’s own. It looks like it will dissolve when you touch it. As if my warm hands and body oil would cause it to melt at the slightest touch. But when you do touch it, it holds it’s integrity while being silky smooth. It really blows my mind. It easily spreads over your skin, creating the nice lather you desire in a soap, and adding a soft cotton candy scent to your skin and the showers atmosphere. I let my 3 year old daughter use this soap and she felt like a real princess. This would be a perfect gift for that toddler who doesn’t need ‘another’ toy. Its functional, fun and special. Plus their parents will be super grateful for a useful gift.

When you use this whipped soap you need much less than you may think. I have used other brands of body butters before. It takes a great handful to spread around and get the soapy clean effect you crave. With Bodylicious Skin’s Body Butter I took just a pea sized to a dime sized sized amount my first time using it. Just to see how it was going to feel and work. To my surprise that tiny amount washed my entire leg and both arms! I bet it would have kept spreading and lathering. The value of this product is outstanding. You want it because its fun, pretty and smells awesome. You need it because it’s a value that is worth every penny.

 

Bubble Bar

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Bubble Bars are a really cool bath time treat. You break off as much or as little as you want and crumble them in the water that is filling your tub. As the water then fills into your tub the bar bites slowly fill your tub with creamy bubbles that smell out of this world! This particular bar is Cotton Candy scented, which is one of the best smells in the entire world in my opinion. This bubble bar is a super generous size, as you can see in the image below. At 3+ ounces, you really get a ton for your money. The stronger your water pressure is the more bubbles you get. If you want more just agitate the water by hand (which I tried and it totally works) to get more bubbles. This is also a great product for children. It makes bath time even more exciting and its safe for their sensitive skin. If you are allergic to a certain item just let Bodylicious Skin know and she can make you a custom bar at no additional charge!

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Bath Bomb

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bomb in hand bodyliciousBath bombs are literally my personal favorite tub time type of product. I love to watch them dissolve. Smell all the scents en-captured being released into my tub water and into the atmosphere.  Its so exciting and yet calming simultaneously. It creates the type of escape I strive for in my alone time. This bomb hit all key aspects I desire. It created a fun and calming environment. I loved soaking in the soft, elegant water that was created. The smells were so feminine and beautiful I felt like I was in a 1900’s Victorian setting.

What is great about Bodylicious Skin bath bombs is that they are freshly made to order! These are made for you individually. The are not stale, sitting around for months or years. You can tell the difference in because when you touch them tiny granules of the bomb flake off (which is natural, and a good thing). They are huge in size, making them have the punch you want in your bath bomb. Some smaller bombs you need to use two to get the effect, but not with Bodylicious Skin’s! These are made for maximum enjoyment.

 

Bodylicious Skin is MamatheFox’s June 2016 Tub Time!

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Dinky Dives Fathers Day Review

Dinky Dives Fathers Day Review

Review

Dinky Dives is the children’s clothing line within Deep Dive Threads. Deep Dives Threads specialized in the softest tee’s with humorous designs that don’t go overboard. So many graphic tee’s have too much going on. Too loud of a logo that takes up too much space on a tee-shirt that can borderline on being obnoxious. Owner and designer, Don, wanted to create a line of men’s and women’s clothing that was fun and modern but without being too commercial. After having large success with their adult line they have branched out into children’s onesies, and man are we excited about it!

Dinky Dives

Dinky Dives has a huge selection of awesome onesies for the cool kids in your life. From Disney to Marvel, they have the topics you want. They have the rights to use some amazing themes, images and fonts which really make them stand out from every other baby oneises on the market. The only other ones we were thinking about were the kigurumi.co ones, but they’re a little too warm for the weather around here. Sitll, their onesies are made with the super soft material that the adult tee’s are made with, giving that child their most cozy outfit ever.

With Father’s Day here moms are looking for that fun and special gift for their husband. Thankfully, Dinky Dives has created some amazing Daddy-and-Me sets just for this Father’s Day! You can find a ton of cool options for fathers, grandfathers and your child. Mixing and matching makes things more fun. Adding some fun extra gifts to go alongside what Dinky Dives offers could help make a great outfit for the man in your life. Looking at an idea for father’s day can be a struggle sometimes so make sure you shop around. Getting the right gifts to go with Dinky Dives father and son sets will make your man’s day. What’s great about these is that the sets are not identical. Dad’s aren’t typically big into wearing literally the same thing as their kid. But a set that is themed together makes it fun and cool.

The new Captain America: Civil War has been such a hit that Dinky Dives keeps selling out and rushing to make more of their amazing Captain American Costume Combo

Captain America Set

If Star Wars is what your guy loves, then the Star Wars 77 Retro Tee, Yoda Inspired, Jedi Master Onesie or the Star Wars Inspired Jedi Knight Onesie may be just the token for this Father’s Day. This is a great set for families with multiple children.

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For the Potterheads there is the Harry Potter’s Mommy Snitch Combo

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For those with a quick agenda there is The Flash Combo

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Click here to see more sweet combos

My husband was able to sport the classic ’77’ Star Wars Tee. He was also wearing his Star Wars belt buckles, which made our 2 year old way excited and he ‘had’ to touch it during our photo taking. Its always smart to start your Star Wars obsession at a young age #RaiseThemRight

My son, the 2 year old, is sporting the ‘Jedi Knight‘ onesie. As soon as I put it on him, he began to hum the Star Wars theme song and his big sister yelled out, “Look! He is Luke now!” My husband and I grinned at their young ability to recognize the character strictly by their clothing. Solid move kid, solid move.

Dinky Dives onesies and tees

Cuff Daddy Fathers Day Giveaway

Giveaway Cuff Daddy Fathers Day

Click here to read more about Cuff Daddy products

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Father’s Day is coming up and The Anti-June Cleaver and Our Piece of Earth have teamed up with an amazing group of bloggers to bring you some great prizes for a special dad in your life. Sometimes dads can be hard to shop for so we’re making it easy by bringing you gift card ideas for that one-of-a-kind guy.

As always, once you have entered a giveaway visit the linky below for a chance to win even more great prizes.
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Shine Collection Giveaway

FINAL SHINE 2
Shine Collection Giveaway!
RV $100
One Winner will get a Shine Collection Tote and Tunic.
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