Apr
2019

Being A Fulfilled Mother In Today’s World

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As a mother, you have a duty to your children, but you also have a duty to yourself. This is something that many moms forget. In this article, we’ll talk about ways in which you can start being a fulfilled mother in today’s world.

 

Find job satisfaction.

You can start to become a fulfilled mother in today’s world by finding job satisfaction. As we’ll discuss in the next point, plenty of mothers forego their personal happiness and health because they focus on their children, but you can be a much better mother when you take care of yourself too. Don’t dismiss the importance of your personal fulfillment. That’s the whole point being made in this article. You need to find a career that suits both your personality and academic sensibilities. If you’re a caring individual then you could go into teaching. Perhaps you could even look at healthcare roles. You might want to study for a nurse practitioner program online. That would give you the qualifications necessary to pursue a career in healthcare.

 

Take care of your health.

Whether you have a newborn baby or your children are close to leaving home, it’s so important to take care of your health. Many mothers neglect their personal well-being for the sake of looking after their families, but this is counterintuitive. If you want to be the best possible mother to your kids then you need to be happy and healthy; you need to be in a fit state to care for them. That should be your incentive to take care of your health if you struggle to prioritize your well-being. You need to watch your dietary habits, for starters. That doesn’t mean you should switch from overeating to undereating; it means you need to eat more of the right food. Opt for an organic diet that’s full of nutritious whole foods. Consider supplementing with some of the top rated cannabidiol oils for weight loss, as outlined in this HMHB.org post. Finding these oils near me was made easy thanks to the local store guides also on HMHB. You can also find other CBD oil for sale.

Keep building your relationship with your children.

No matter the age of your children, it takes work to maintain a good relationship with them. Love is always unconditional in any family, but friendships aren’t always guaranteed. Obviously, as young children, your kids need to view you as a responsible and authoritative figure rather than a friend, but this can change once they gain their own independence in later life. During their formative years, however, the important thing to remember is to get the balance right in terms of disciplining your children whilst maintaining a loving and caring relationship with them.

 

Remember that you have to prepare your children for the world. You might like the feeling of them depending on you in terms of your personal relationship, but it is your responsibility to think about their future. If you want your kids to be able to adapt to the adult world then you need to give them the tools to do so. It’ll benefit your relationship in the long run. It doesn’t make you redundant as a mother to teach your kids how to look after themselves. It’ll make them well-rounded and happy individuals, and that will benefit your relationship with them both in the present and the future.


Apr
2019

How to Encourage Your Kids to Be Way More Active

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If you know that your kids aren’t too active, then as a parent it is understandable that you would want to do something about this. If you want to get some help with that then you can take a look below.

 

Give them Control

 

It’s important that you don’t push your child towards a specific activity. You need to let them find something that they are going to love, and you also need to encourage them to try a lot of different things too. They may opt for an activity that you don’t know much about, and that’s okay. As long as you support them, there is no reason why they won’t end up sticking it out.

 

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Promote Teamwork

 

When your child joins a team, you need to encourage them to become friends with their teammates. You also need to encourage them to join in with celebrations as well. The more you do this, the easier they will find the sport and the more they will relate to the people who they are playing with. Team sports are ideal for boosting your child’s psychological health and they can also help them to interact more. Trust and conversation is also boosted when your child partakes in team sports, so there really are endless benefits.

 

Encourage

 

You need to let your child develop at their own pace. Sure, they may not be as good as their teammates and they may make a mistake from time to time as well. This is completely understandable, but if you want to help them the most then you need to encourage them regardless. Show them that you care about them, and never criticize.

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Equipment

 

If your child finds a sport that they absolutely love, then you need to be willing to invest in it. Don’t delay buying them the equipment they need just because you are worried that it “won’t last”. The main reason for this is because your child will pick up on these emotions and it will demotivate them. Show them that you have faith in them by paying the enrollment fee for the team, and also find out what equipment they need. When you do this, you can help them to feel as though they are part of the group and that they are not being left behind. If your child is taking part in a high contact sport then it helps to have the number of CHIP doctors as they can work with you to make sure that every bump they take does not turn into something more

serious.

 

Set an Example

 

If you want to help your child be more active, then it is so important that you set a good example. You need to show them that you are willing to push yourself too.  One way for you to do this would be for you to go out on walks with them, or get both of you a pair of roller hockey skates and go skating together, you could also take part in team sports yourself. The more you do this, the more you show your child that being active is always a good thing.

 


Apr
2019

Orbeez Wow World Giveaway

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Welcome to the Worth Melting For Giveaway Hop

 

 

Hosted by: MamatheFox

Prize Sponsored by: Orbeez

 


Mar
2019

Mindful Organization

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We live in a pretty small house.

My kids share a room and our office is in our master bedroom so that our extra room can be used as a guest bedroom.

We really are trying to make the most of our small home. I’ve been getting rid of the clutter and organizing like crazy. Everything in our house has a home; there is a designated spot for ev-ery-thing.

 

Having some good tools to help the organizational process is key; bins, crates, baskets, etc. Because our office is in our master bedroom, its very important that the office is always clean.

 

The MindSpace line of organizational products are perfect for any home, large or small.

Uncluttered Mind.

Uncluttered Space.

The organization that the MindSpace products bring gives me peace of mind. I am able to see each and every piece that is resting on the organizers, ensuring that I don’t overlook any papers or documents.

Keep the stuff you need at hand, all while staying out of your way.

With two available colors, silver and black, these organizers will fit in any room, on any desk or shelf.

The rubber non-skid foot grips are actually really helpful. These grips allow the organizers to stay in one place and not move around. I especially like this feature when I am putting papers and books into it. It literally doesn’t move at all. Even when adjusting the organizer, you need to pick up a portion of it because it simply won’t slide. The grips really make it non-skid.

Letter & File Desktop Organizer

Six vertical and two horizontal compartments ensures that you will have ample space to store, sort, and organize anything you’ll need.

My favorite feature of this organizer is the backing that is added to the horizontal compartments. The back bars give extra strength and added support. This backing also prevents files and/or books from falling behind the organizer or slipping off.

This organizer takes up a lot of space on our desk. Although I’m ok with the little amount of space I have left on my desk, it’s so worth it to be organized and less cluttered. If you’re looking for something smaller that doesn’t take up much space, I would recommend a different piece from MindSpace.

Desktop File Organizer Sorter

This sorter is great for basic filing. Having six compartments on the solid base, you will surly have enough room for your papers and files.

I especially like this sorter because it is a smaller piece that doesn’t take up much room on your desk/shelf. Even with the large amount of compartments this sorter offers, it is still a very low profile piece.

The MindSpace organizer and sorter have defiantly made my life (and my husbands) much easier. I love that everything I need is right where I need it, close to me, but still out of my way.

Be sure to check out the rest of the MindSpace collection. They have a bunch of organizational products that will make your life so much easier.

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Mar
2019

Easter Gift Guide

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Easter is one of MamatheFox’s favorite holidays. Celebrating the gift of salvation which is obtained from Christ is celebrated and remembered during this holy time. Jesus died on a Friday, taking the sins of the world with Him into the grave, then conquering death and rising again to life on the 3rd day, Easter Day! John 3:16 tells us that “For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life.” Happy Easter to all

 

 

Finding the right items to put inside all those Easter Baskets and Easter eggs can seen daunting and time consuming. This year MamatheFox found a great collection of products to place in your Easter Baskets for children ages 0-18

 

Easter Egg Stuffers

Pencil Grips from Firesara

For children who are learning how to write using a pen or pencil the huge selection of pencil grips from Firsesara will make the coolest Easter egg surprise this year. They not only fit perfectly in an egg, but are useful and will encourage them to practice their penmanship with the fun grips they now can use. Firesara grips help your child grasp the correct writing grip. They can also be used for special needs like poor motor skills, occupational therapy, developmental disabilities, autism, dysgraphia. All of the Firesara pencil grips are made of natural silicone, soft, safe, and comfortable to grip – Non Toxic, Latex free and odorless. They offer grips for right handed and left handed writers in so many fun styles…styles like: dolphins, butterflies, snails, rings, owls, monkeys and more!

Click here to purchase Pencil Grips from Firesara

Easter Reusable Wooden Eggs

This set of wooden Easter eggs comes in an 8 pack. They are brightly colored, reusable wooden eggs that are perfect for Easter hiding eggs. You can hide candy, trinkets and slips of paper with scripture on them in side each egg. My kids love finding Easter Eggs, and having these beautiful wooden eggs enhances the thrill of finding them.  They also make a perfect decor items. You can easily set them on a table or on your mantel. They give  any home that warm Easter feeling you crave for this holiday – a holiday that showcases Christs love for His children.

Click here to purchase Easter Reusable Wooden Eggs 

 

Babo Botanicals Lip Tint

MamatheFox’s daughter loves all things girlie, and that includes makeup. Being a younger girl I dont want to encourage her to over-do her makeup and use too much. So, as a compromise we allow her to use lip gloss and lip tints. By gifting our daughter Babo Botanical Lip Tint this Easter (can fit in larger sized plastic eggs) we are giving her a product that I dont have to worry about what is inside of it. Babo Botanicals products are designed for the most sensitive skin, from babies to adults and are 100% gluten, soy and dairy free. They contain SPF 15 and are rich in anti-oxidants & vitamins.

Click here to purchase Lip Tints from Babo Botanicals

 

 

Egg Surprise with Toy Dinosaur Inside by Live It Up!

Live It Up! knows what parents are busy and stuffing those eggs can be time consuming. Keeping track of the 2 halves of all those tiny plastics eggs, then finding the right toy or treat to stuff inside them takes time.  Make things easy on yourself this year by ordering a set of 12 pre-stuffed eggs that contain dinosaurs and a tattoo.  Kids love small toys they can hold in their hands and these small dinosaurs are the perfect size for the children in your life.
Click here to purchase Egg Surprise with Toy Dinosaurs

 

Easter Basket Stuffers

 

 

The Easter Story Egg

This unique product has quickly become a favorite in the Fox house. The Easter Story Egg comes with a book and a set of 7 wooden nesting eggs. The eggs are a visual tool to use in addition to the Easter Story book in this set. The Easter Story Egg takes you through the 7 Holy days leading up and includes Easter Day. Palm Sunday, House of Prayer Monday, Teacher of Love Tuesday, Give and Take Wednesday, Last Supper Thursday, Good Friday, Holy Saturday & Easter Sunday. AS the child opens the next Egg they are reminded of the next step in the journey of Easter that focuses full on Jesus and His amazing gift of salvation.

Click here to purchase The Easter Story Egg

 

Story Egg Scripture Cards

If you love the item above, The Easter Story Egg, then you need to check out their add on item of Scripture Cards. This set of 30 cards can be paired with the Easter  Story Egg set or used alone. You can read the cards daily as the days tick down to Easter, they can be used as fun memorization cards for the family throughout the year and make a fun surprise to find in a lunch box. All the verses on the cards are from the NIV translation.

Click here to purchase Story Egg Scripture Cards

 

 

A Great Life Kites

When I think of spring I think a a lot of things, warmth, sunshine, parks and kites! Welcome in this spring with a new set of kites from A Great Life. Their kites are not only made with superior materials to last the test of kids and time, but are very affordable, allowing you to buy several shapes and designs to make kite flying even more of a thrill.  They are well-built with weather-resistant rip-stop polyester fabric and sturdy fiberglass rods with extra reinforcement on areas where most kites rip. Kites make a fun Easter gift and are such a fun and useful item. We love the funny hot dog kite they make, however they also have gorgeous rainbow colored traditional shaped kites too. Check out all their styles on Amazon

Click here to purchase A Great Life Kites

 

Buddha Board – Enzo

Kids love to draw and create, but all those pieces of construction paper flying about can be a cluttered mess. If you want to let your kids explore their creative side, but want to cut down on the use of paper then check out the Buddha Board collection. We love the Enzo model. You fill the writing/drawing tool with water and simply paint to your hearts content on the reusable board. As the water dries the picture disappears, allowing you to relax and let go of the past, and look forward to the potential of the future. Using only high quality materials this board will not bubble or peel after use.  The Enzo model simply closes by shutting the case in half, making it great for storage and travel. Kit comes with a 10″ x 10″ Enso, sturdy stand (board and case) & water brush (refillable handle).

Click here to purchase a Buddha Board

 

Wild Republic Rubber Ducks

Nothing beats a new bath time rubber duck! Wild Republic, a trusted name in children’s products, has a huge collection of rubber ducks that make perfect basket stuffers. At 4 inches in size, they float, squirt and contain all the classic fun you associate with a rubber duckies in your bath.  They come in all types of animals and creatures, like giraffe, mermaid, dinosaur, tiger and even a zombie one!  But you dont have to keep them contained to the bathtub, take them to the pool the splash pad and the beach too.

Click here to purchase a Wild Republic Rubber Duck

 

MAM Baby Brush

Finding appropriate Easter basket fillers for small children and babies can be tricky – so get them what they need and what you want them to receive. MAM, one of MamatheFox’s most trusted brands, has an exciting new baby toothbrush – the Baby’s Brush. This toothbrush has a guard that keeps your child from gagging on the toothbrush by getting too much of it into their mouth. This allows them to get the oral simulation to sooth their gums without the gag reflex causing a mess. If you have a smart phone, then you can download the app that features Bushy Bear.  The stories are designed to help raise awareness of the importance of early oral care using a playful approach. Brushy, a young bear that lives in a bear’s den with his mother already has some of his baby teeth and he loves to brush them.  His favorite item is his toothbrush which he carries around all day.  Brushy is a role model for young children and shows that brushing your teeth is fun.

Click here to purchase MAM’s Baby Brush

 

Stuck On You Easter Hunt Bag

What have your kids been using to collect their Easter eggs in? An old bucket? A plastic bag? Give your kids an upgrade this year with the adorable and affordable Easter Hunt bag from Stuck On You. They custom make each bag with your child’s name making it unique and fun. With loads of fonts, Easter themed images and font color options, you can make the bag that is just perfect for your little one. Stuck On You celebrates the individuality of every name, bring joy to new parents with unique, timeless products for every child, save families time, energy and money and help them to lead a more organized life.  In addition to a broad offering of labels, the Stuck On You collection includes activity and personalized books, durable and stylish bags, lunchboxes and drink bottles, stationery, bag tags and gorgeous gifts for all ages.

Click here to purchase an Easter Hunt Bag from Stuck On You

 

Covered Goods

If you have a baby to shop for this Easter season hook yourself up by getting them a cover from Covered Goods. They specialize in making high end just affordable multi-use covers for your baby and you to use all day long. It  functions as a car seat cover, scarf, and shopping cart cover. We love to use it for breastfeeding but some women even use it as a skirt! This versatile cover is just what you need. They have a giant selection of prints, designs and now have a buttery soft style too.  Their stretchy material makes it simple and fast to put on and take off.

Click here to purchase Covered Goods

 

Me4Kids

I love to add fun and functional items to my kids Easter Baskets and this year we are adding in some Me4Kid products. Their Medibuddy First Aid kit. This first aid kit set contains 50 items. The bandages are latex free. Me4Kids products are USA Mfg of recycled, lead free plastic and each purchase gives back to the disabled community.   These kits are great for backpacks, gym lockers, purse, glove box, baby bag. We keep on in my car and another in the wagon for on-the-go use if we are at an amusement park or picnic. The kit is slim and easy to store, it is very well organized to get so many items in such a small case. Comes in 8 designs so you can find the case that is the most fitting for you kid. Our other favorite item is the Cool It Buddy Instant Pack. This is a 2-pack of ice packs for kids that can be used on-the-go. These are great for sporting events, to take along on vacation and to keep in the glove compartment of your car.

Click here to purchase Me4Kids

 

pediped Shoes for Babies and Kids

Kids seem know how to play right. They love to run fast, jump high and skip like there is not a care in the world. Their enthusiasm for play inspires me as a parent to provide them with quality footwear so they can play with healthy happy feet. This is why we trust and use pediped throughout the year.  By offering of more than 120 designs for boys and girls between its three lines, Originals®, Grip ‘n’ Go™ and Flex® you are sure to find the perfect pair for your children. The shoe shown in the image is the Grin N Go style in Fushia. This particular pair is machine washable, making them priceless to a parent with active kids. Even better, pediped® footwear has been awarded the American Podiatric Medical Association Seal of Acceptance for the promotion of healthy foot development. Kids are always in the need for new shoes, so adding a cool new pair of kicks to an Easter basket just makes since.

Click here to purchase pediped

 

Pic’s Peanut Butter Slugs

For a tasty and healthy treat that is sure to be a kid favorite, you can add in some Pic’s Peanut Butter Slugs to your Easter baskets this year. Pic’s Peanut Butter Slugs are convenient single serving peanut butter packs.  Pic’s is all-natural, is gluten and sugar free and has no additives – simply peanuts and a trace of Kiwi salt, the unsalted version containing 100% peanuts.  You simply mix the peanut butter around by squishing the Slug before opening, this way the oils that naturally separate can get mixed back in with the peanut butter. You can eat it straight from the package, add to an apple, celery or banana. Perfect for snacking on the go, picnics and day trips to the park. You can going to love having this convenient and tasty snack on hand.

Click here to purchase Pic’s Peanut Butter Slugs

FaceTory

Teen girls and guys are very into face masks. They are one of the hottest gift items this year – they are useful but still exciting to receive. FaceTory is a subscription service that finds different, classic and new face masks for you to try each month. Their 7 LUX box contains seven carefully curated sheet masks includes a more diverse selection of high functioning sheet masks such as hydrogels and multi-step masks that contain high quality ingredients. It has all the new Korean masks that teens are going nuts for. You can buy them monthly, in a 6 month subscription or a 12 month subscription. They also offer a few other monthly boxes, like the 4-Ever Fresh Kit that has 4 masks, and the Lux Box Plus that has 3 full-sized skin care products, 3 sheet masks, and 1 specialty item. It’s the perfect box for trying the newest and most luxurious skin care and body care items.

Click here to purchase FaceTory

 

The Mouse Merch Box

Disney lovers – take a look at this! The Mouse Merch Box is a subscription box service that contains Disney licensed products, books and more. Each box is packed with amazing products any Disney lover will flip for. From travel bags, to special Mickey ears, tee shirts and toys. Each piece is chosen because it is of true Disney quality – that is beautiful, fun and one that the whole family would love. You can purchase a (1) time box or sign up for a subscription service, the choice is yours. Items in each box are also for sale on their website, in case your friends see it and want for them themselves or the siblings need their own too.

Click here to purchase The Mouse Merch Box 

 

b.box Insulated Drink Bottle

Having a quality, spill proof drink bottle is key to parenting success. Kids need to stay hydrated throughout the day and not leave us parents worrying about spills and leaking cups. We highly depend on the quality and easy of use with our b.box bottle and we know you will all love it too. Simple to clean, easy to open and drink from and affordable make this the new bottle you have been searching for. The double walled stainless steel keeps liquids cool for up to 7 hours and warm for up to 5, so now your little one can stay hydrated whatever the weather. It comes in 4 color options so you can get different color for each of your kids, making them easy to differentiate.

Click here to purchase b.box Insulated Drink Bottles

 

Easter Bunny & Friends Squishies

The hottest toy right now in the lives of elementary aged kids are squishes! These squishies are super soft, slow-rising  and the cutest animal designs. This Easter set features a bunny, a chick and a basket of Easter eggs. The squishies you see in this image here are the actual squishies that you get and in the popular Kawaii-style . They are vacuumed-packed to fit into a smaller package to save on space. This Easter set comes with a BONUS of (1) sheet of scented stickers, (2) sheets of assorted teacher reward stickers, a sheet of 3D puffy stickers, and a sheet of rainbow scratch paper with a mini wooden stylus to create doodles and designs. 

Click here to purchase Easter Bunny & Friends Squishies 

Rainbow Scratch Paper Art Kit

One of MamatheFox’s favorite things when I was a young girl was getting a fresh piece of rainbow scratch paper. It was a treat, and I only ever got it at school from my art teacher. It was a magical time to slowly use the wooden stylist and slowly but deliberately scratch my hard out. The thrill of unveiling the colors and making a pretty design, from my own imagination, was now found before me. Man, those were special times. Now I am so excited to show my children this Easter how to use and how to understand the special place this type of craft left in my heart. Purple Ladybug has super high quality scratch pads that come in a spiral pad to stay organized. This set contains (1) Scratch Notepad with 20 pages measuring 8.25″ x 11″, (2) stylus-style scratchers, instructions & ideas plus a FREE BONUS sample pack with some of their other FUN products.

Click here to purchase a Rainbow Scratch Paper Art Kit

 

Night Night Bible Stories

Books are my favorite Easter Basket filler! They are useful, education, and a spread joy to share those cuddle time moments with your kids.  Thomas Nelson just released a great new book, Night Night Bible Stories that is wonderful for gifting this Easter. It has 30 stories for bedtime that share the gospel, both old testament and new testament. Each story has a rhyming takeaway to help your little ones remember how much God loves them and cares for them. Also, at the end, there is a simple pray you can pray together that touches on the main truths from the story that was just told. The soft pages and cover, along with the pretty images found among the stories insure that this book will be a winner in the Easter basket you make this year.

Click here to purchase Night Night Bible Stories

 

Touch and Feel – God Bless You & Good Night

Small children seem to gravitate towards touch and feel style books. Very small children, ones who have not yet learned to read, can engage physically with a book and understand a connection between them and the story. By feeling the soft, rough, fuzzy, bumpy textures they can help connect the words to the picture and begin to develop a love of books. This book features a bunch of animal families getting ready for bed. You can cuddle with your little one as you read this book together and feel secure in God’s love.

Click here to purchase God Bless You & Good Night

 

Touch and Feel – An Easter Prayer

This beautifully made touch and feel book is a sure winner this Easter. It has a fun, bumpy boarder to the actual board book pages, giving it a fun outside for the kids to feel when they are carrying the book around their home. This story showcases a bunny who has met a new friend and together they will help your children discover all about God’s Easter blessings. By using the features of the world that small children are noticing, like colors, weather and nature this book will be an instant favorite in your home.

Click here to purchase An Easter Prayer

The Cow Said Neigh! A Farm Story

If your kids like silly books and know how to giggle then this new book by Rory Feek is going to fill your home with laughter and smiles. Kids learn about what noises farm animals make at a young age. That a cow says ‘moo’ and a duck goes ‘quack’…but what it they didn’t?! What if those animals wanted to make another animals sound? This chaos filled story will get you snicking right from the start. As a mother I think it’s such a fun book but I really fell in love with the amazing illustrations by Bruno Robert. If you are looking for a book to read at your children’s story time at school this year, grab a copy of this book to read to the kids and then donate another one to the classroom so that the kids can enjoy the silly tale over and over.

Click here to purchase The Cow Said Neigh! A Farm Story

 

The Gift That I Can Give

Kathie Lee Gifford is a trusted voice, who feels almost like a friend to many American’s.  Kathie Lee has voiced her love for Jesus and the blessing which God gives us and in her new book, The Gift That I Can Give, she showcases God’s love for all children. This book helps kids understand that they have the ability to be kind and help others at any age. They they dont need to be a grown-up to make an impact on the world around them. That the smallest act of kindness shared from the heart is a truley beautiful gift. 

Click here to purchase The Gift That I Can Give

 

Big Love

Big Love is a children’s book that features a moody Baboon as the protagonist. The savanna of Africa where he roams is  dry and desolate.  Hungry, miserable, and mean animals seek only their own interests. Baboon watches as, one by one, Rhinoceros destroys Termite’s castle in his race to find food, Hare chooses not to share food with her family, and Lion steals food from his pride. This new book’s beautiful message makes it a wonderful gift for those who want to build a loving WE community–from home to school, neighborhoods, church, or travel. If people can begin to encourage one another to pursue their passions–with kindness, sharing, listening, and care–we can overcome anything and achieve extraordinary dreams together.

Click here to purchase Big Love by Kat Kronenberg

 

Nectar Bath Treats

If your child or teen likes fun bath products, especially bath treats like bubbles, soaps and bombs then Nectar Bath is going to be your new go-to brand. Their products are the most beautiful bath items I have ever used, and that includes large name brands that are known. Nectar bath and body products are made with plant-based formulations and are without parabens, sulfates & tricolosan. Handcrafted with love by artisan skin care specialists, you will know you are getting the highest quality products. MamatheFox’s kids are obsessed with their ice cream shaped bubble scoops. They can be crumbled or held under the faucet to create a luxurious bath for your special little loves. They are filled with shea butter and oils to leave your kids skin silky smooth, making bath and bed time even more snuggly. Head over to their website to see all the amazing products and offers they have.

Click here to purchase Nectar Bath Treats

 

Strictly Bricks – Rubik’s Briks Toy

Finding toys that are screen free is always a plus for MamatheFox. We love to create and build things, and since finding Strickly Bricks we have been designing up a storm. This toy is a 3D building experience that comes with tiles that can be snapped on the base to allow your kids to think outside the cube. AlphaBriks and Mathbriks are great for fun and learning at home, as well as classrooms and all kinds of educational settings. Younger kids can practice spelling new words and constructing fun sentences. Older kids can use AlphaBriks for messaging in their bedrooms and lockers. The tiles are small, so this toy is not for babies.

Click here to purchase the Rubik’s Bricks Toy from Strickly Bricks

 

Strickly Briks -Pixel Sets

Using tiny Brik tiles this set allows your kids to make images of fun wildlife animals like fox, chick, lions and ducks. The kits come in a themes, like ocean, transportation, outer space and more. This set is made for smaller kids which includes the 2 X 2 pixel Brik tiles as opposed to the  1 X 1 pixels which are easy to grasp. They are perfect for younger children to play with! The bottoms of these 2 X 2 pixels are sloped to make it quick and easy to build and remove pixels without hurting fingers and nails. The base and bricks are compatible with other bricks on the market.

Click here to purchase Strickly Briks – Pixel Sets


Mar
2019

pediped Penny Egg Hunt!

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pediped – Sitewide Penny Egg Hunt! ?

 

Win a pair of shoes for ONE PENNY & FREE SHIPPING when you find an “Egg Hunt” egg on pediped.com! Each day they will hide three eggs on the site between 10AM and 2PM PST at random times Monday-Friday.

 

Step 1: Search pediped.com for a colorful “Egg Hunt” egg.

Step 2: Select your size/gender, add to cart.

Step 3: Place your order FAST!

 

Each Penny Egg will redeem a NEW Spring/ Summer style in your size and gender selection for ONE PENNY & FREE SHIPPING!

 

⭐Follow along on Facebook and Instagram stories, as we will be announcing when a new Mystery Egg has been hidden!⭐

 

 

 

Exceptional quality, unsurpassed comfort, and distinctive styling have made the award-winning company the fastest growing children’s footwear brand in the United States. pediped® footwear has been awarded the American Podiatric Medical Association Seal of Acceptance for the promotion of healthy foot development, and preeminent orthopedic medical professionals, Dr. Mininder S. Kocher and Dr. Thomas W. Vorderer, deem pediped® shoes an excellent choice for parents/caregivers who want their children’s feet to develop naturally and healthily. pediped® has received numerous industry awards and accolades including recognition from Earnshaw’s, the premier media resource serving the children’s market. In 2015 pediped® was recognized by the Footwear Industry Awards as the Children’s Footwear Brand of the Year and earned a 2016 Earnie Award from Earnshaw’s magazine as the Footwear Brand of the Year.

 

pediped® is sold in over 750 stores in the United States and 40 countries worldwide with an offering of more than 120 designs for boys and girls between its three lines, Originals®, Grip ‘n’ Go™ and Flex®. The award-winning footwear is available in EU sizes 17 to 38 (US newborn to 6 Youth). For more information, visit www.pediped.com.  LIKE on Facebook at /pedipedfootwear and follow on Twitter and Instagram @pedipedfootwear.

 

 

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Mar
2019

Fresh Approach with Ankomn

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Ankomn is a team of innovated problem solvers. Their expert staff includes engineers and designers working together to not only solve problems but do it in a sleek and modern fashion.

Their mission is to create simple and functional solutions to those annoying inconveniences. Currently Ankomn’s biggest success has been recreating food storage.

Turn-N-Seal

I had the pleasure of testing out Ankomn’s Turn-N-Seal containers and spoiler alert…they did not disappoint!

The Turn-N-Seal is a special designed food storage container like no other container I’ve had. The thin lid has the power to create a string vacuum with just a simple twist. No machine, special bags, or time consuming methods to create a long lasting and reliable storage solution.

Simply fill, twist, and store!

I was especially impressed with the ability to keep leafy greens fresh! I stored spinach in store bought back with a clip and the rest in a Turn-N-Seal container. The difference was powerful! Now I only wish they made a gallon size container to store my Costco size amount of lettuce!

Vacuum storage is the key to keeping freshness locked in. The Turn-N-Seal lid comes with a silicon button that sinks down to indicate the vacuum is present. To release the vacuum, just simply press the button to allow air to rush back in. I found the twist and release were both very simple to use. I appreciated having an indicator to know my food was stored properly.

As a mom, I also loved these containers were “locked.” I’ve had a few problems of my toddler helping himself to anything on the bottom shelf of our pantry. Turn-N-Seal keeps him out of the chocolate chips as well as preventing accidental spills!

For all of you grill masters, Ankomn containers can be used to marinate meat! A perfect blend of your favorite marinade with the magic of a vacuum seal makes for more tender meat faster.

The Turn-N-Seal also protects food from moisture and humidity making it great for keeping food fresh, crispy, and a longer shelf life! I especially love this feature for the humid summers. My Turn-N-Seal is a great place to store rice or even crackers in the car.

Ankomn covered its bases by making sure the Turn-N-Seal keeps working at a high quality level. The innovative vacuum lid was designed to be easy to clean, preventing dust braking down the vacuum seal.

For more instructions you can visit their website to watch an instructional video on basic cleaning instructions.

Ankomn products are all made with BPA free plastic. Their instructional guide also includes a material test report in reference to the Japan Ministry of Health and Welfare Notice. This would be my only real big change for Aknomn. As a family trying so hard to move away from plastic, I would love to see a glass or stainless steel vacuum seal container.

If you fall in love with an Ankomn product you will be happy to know they work great together as a “team.” The uniform square shape keeps your Ankomn collection in a perfect clean line wherever you choose to store.

With the stack-ability feature, each storage container can securely stack upon one another. You can make the most of your space; 6 liters of food can fit in a space just 13” square thanks to Turn-N-Seal.

Overall, we love how Ankomn has saved us from tossing out spoiled food! The shelf life of our fruits, vegetables, grains, and leafy greens have expanded to almost 6 times longer! With the simple stacking solution, Ankomn has kept us tidier in the kitchen making meal time simpler.

If you are looking for an innovative storage solution Ankomn is definitely worth checking out today!

 

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Mar
2019

Five Things People Don’t Tell You About Getting Pregnant

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Starting your own family is an incredibly exciting journey to take, but for those that are first-time parents, it can be a little bit daunting, whether conceiving was easy or you required help from the best fertility clinic. Not know what to expect throughout your pregnancy can definitely lead to a little bit of worry and a lot of stress, especially if you haven’t had anyone close to you go through pregnancy too. To help prepare you for nine months of pregnancy, here are five things people don’t tell you about getting pregnant:

 

– It Can Takes Years And Years Of Trying Before You See A Positive Test

 

If you have been trying to get pregnant for a long time and you’re not seeing the result you want, it’s important not to get disheartened. Whilst it would be amazing for it to happen the first time, some people can try for years before they finally see that positive result on a pregnancy test. Try not to let it deter you and keep trying. You might just be stressing for no reason. If you’re concerned something is wrong, it may be best to speak to a women’s infertility doctor who can give you test-based accurate results on your situation. Many times, it can simply be anxiety and paranoia, but it would be advisable to get the confirmation. They will be able to run tests and if you are unable to conceive, they can give you an IVF guide.

 

– There Is Such Thing As A False Positive

 

When you’re trying you will most likely take a million tests, all of which will have conflicting answers. If you do find you have a positive result, make sure you’re taking a couple of tests to be sure. Once you’ve done that, you’ll be able to book a doctors appointment where they will confirm the good news.

 

– You Will Start To Doubt Whether Or Not You’ve Got The Symptoms

 

When you’re trying to get pregnant you will start to doubt whether not you have got any of the symptoms, and whether or not your rests have given you the wrong results. Whilst this is normal, it’s it important not to let it panic you. If you find something that worries you, speak to your doctor and they will be able to confirm everything for you! It may just be that you’re not experiencing the same symptoms as everyone else.

 

– You Will Be Offered Lots Of Advice And You Definitely Don’t Need To Take All Of It

 

When you announce your pregnancy you will find that absolutely everyone who has ever been pregnant will try to offer you their little bit of advice. Whilst some of the tips will be absolutely incredible, you really don’t need to listen to all of them. Everyone experiences pregnancy in a different way and what may work for some, won’t work for others. Be sure to take everything you’re told with a pinch of salt – unless it’s coming from your doctor!

 

– It Will Be The Best And Worst Experience Of Your Life

 

Finally, whilst pregnancy can be uncomfortable, scary and stressful, it will also be one of the best things you ever do. Whilst you’re growing your little one you will develop a bond that no one can replicate, and it’s something you’ll cherish forever.

 

Are you thinking of starting a family? What are you most looking forward to about pregnancy? Let me know in the comments below.

 


Mar
2019

How to Love Your Life As A Pregnant Woman

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There are only a handful of life experiences that really stand out, that you know are life-changing. Most of what passes in life is just a stepping stone — it’s one small step. Being pregnant is not one of these things. This is a giant leap, an all-encompassing, transformative experience that is without comparison. Of course, it’s not easy — oh no, it is not easy. But despite the discomfort, the worries, the everything, there is space to enjoy the experience. This is a moment that’ll be over before you know it — make the most of it! Below, we take a look at some tried and tested ways to make being pregnant even more magical and fun.

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Accept the Attention

You’re going to receive plenty of attention when you’ve got a bun in the oven! If you’re one of those people who typically shy away from the attention of others, then this might be a little comfortable — but there’s something to be said for learning how to enjoy the well-wishes and interest of others. Of course, we’re not talking about the attention and compliments of strangers. If you don’t feel not comfortable with that, then don’t entertain it. But your friends and family? Let them make a fuss. It’s going to happen anyway, and you’ll be able to relax if you accept that fact! Plus, it’ll ease you into letting other people help you. You don’t need to feel guilty for accepting a cup of tea made by a family member.

You are being lavished with attention because you most likely require it. Moreover, while pregnant, everything may appear complicated, but your family and friends may be able to support you much better. A loved one is likely to do anything for you, whether that means taking you for regular check-ups, getting a high quality ultrasound appointment, taking you out for a ride, talking to you when you’re feeling down, or whatever it is that you require at that moment. That kind of attention and care can help you overcome the negative thoughts and anxiety that are common during pregnancy.

Talk It Through

This is a special period in not just your life, but also the life of other people around you. Especially your parents. They’ll be thrilled that they’re to have a grandchild, even more so because they’re not the ones with all the responsibility for making sure the child is well-fed, educated, and all-around a decent human being. Why not use your experience to connect with your parents on a level that you probably haven’t connected with them before? Take a stroll down memory lane with them, and talk about their pregnancy experiences. Were they scared? What were they in their lives? What do they wish they’d done differently? These types of conversations have multiple purposes. For starters, it’s always fun to get a glimpse into another side of your parents. Second, you’ll come to understand that they were just as clueless about becoming parents as you are, and they turned out OK!

Meet New Friends

You’re not the first person to have a child, and you won’t be the last. You’re not the only person who’s currently pregnant, either. There’s a whole world of other expectant mothers out there! Why not look into getting together with them, and enjoying the ride together? By being around, talking, and simply observing other mothers, you’ll be able to learn something about yourself. You’ll be able to do something that you otherwise couldn’t — you can see what you must look like from the outside. A pregnant woman is a sight to behold — seeing the joy, concern, and glow of others will be a small window into how others see you.

Throw a Party

Now, you don’t need an excuse to throw a party at any period. But when you do have an opportunity, make sure you’re making the most of it! A baby shower is a great way to celebrate your pregnancy, and also receive some much-needed baby related gifts from your friends and family. But of course, it’s not enough just to gather your loved ones, and hope the magic happens. It needs a little bit of planning! Make the space look the part — if you’re holding it in your house, make sure you’re decorating the room, for instance. You’ll also want to make it fun; take a read of 30 fun baby shower games so that everyone loosens up and has an enjoyable day. Since it’ll be an alcohol-free affair, you’ll want to put the emphasis on the food. Make sure you’re serving some delicious appetizers!

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Partner Connections

You have to focus most of your energy on yourself, but it’s important to remember that there is another player involved in this process too — your partner. They’ve got just as much invested in this as you have! And throughout all your time together, it’s highly unlikely that you’re going to go through anything quite as intense as having a child together. Make sure you’re setting some time aside to enjoy other’s company, and to appreciate the moment that you’re living in. Life’s going to be pretty busy after it’s all over. Spend some time as a couple talking about where you’ve been, where you are, and where you’re going.

Get Dressed Up

Everyone talks about the glow of a pregnant woman. It’s pretty darn radiant! So don’t just keep that energy all to yourself. Get yourself dressed up, and head out. No-one says a pregnant person has to stay curled up on the couch for nine months. Put on your best dress, and head out a restaurant. You’ll never feel so empowered.

And Get Dressed Down!

But of course, you’ll want to spend as much time as possible unwinding and relaxing. Enjoy the freedom you have to do nothing but eat what you please and binge watch television shows. Comfortable clothing, a couch, living the good life. You don’t get too many opportunities to live this way — enjoy it.

Know That It’s Temporary

Ultimately, you’ll want to keep in mind one important fact: that this is temporary. It’s not going to last forever. There’ll be a point, many years down the line, when you’re telling your son or daughter the story of their birth. By that time, all the worries and small problems you navigated along the way will have faded into the background. You’ll remember the good parts. So make sure you’re enjoying them not only when you’re looking back in the future, but when you’re actively living it. It’s intense, sure, but there’s a lot of magic in there!


Mar
2019

How to Grow Your Blogger Business When Pregnant

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If you started a blog hoping that you can turn it into a full time income, and it has finally taken off, it might be time to scale up your operations and take a step back, so you can start enjoying your life and the money you have earned, or take time focusing on your pregnancy. If you are still spending hours blogging and writing and cannot get away from the computer, there might be a better solution. You will be able to grow your business and let it run without you most of the time. Find out how below.

Make the Most Out of Your Time

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It is crucial that you manage your time efficiently, and know exactly how long it takes you to research a topic or write a post. There are plenty of great productivity tools you can utilize, such as the Pomodoro widget that will improve your focus and reward you with short or long breaks after completing a task or two. You don’t want to get distracted, as your productivity will suffer, and you will end up staying up late to finish your daily tasks.

Schedule Your Posts Ahead

In case you are not making the most out of the latest technology, you might be wasting your time and resources. Your brain takes around half an hour to switch from one task to another, so it might be a good idea to block schedule your time. Instead of writing a post at a time, you can do your entire week’s blogging and social media in just a few hours, so you can focus on other tasks for the rest of the week.

Market Research

You must keep an eye on the feedback and engagement on your blog. Creating a free survey will only take you a couple of minutes, and help you understand your readers better. Encourage them to comment and give you constructive criticism on your posts. That can help you learn about their preferences, values, and the problems they are facing, so you can address them in the future. It can work well with your SEO as well. If you are not well versed with content optimization and related strategies, you should consider getting help from a SEO Company. Optimizing a blog’s content and architecture is important for search engine visibility.

Add Affiliate Marketing

To increase your blogging income, you might also want to add affiliate marketing like jvzoo to your revenue stream. No matter if you sign up for a CPA network and pick and choose your own offers, or opt for automatic placements, maybe represent one company and create reviews, you can increase your income and work smarter instead of harder. Of course, the greater your audience is, the more chances you will have to make a sale.

Automate Your Social Media

Most bloggers are guilty of spending too much time on social media. If you are the person who gets easily distracted, you might want to limit your screen time and schedule your posts ahead. There are plenty of great tools out there that allow you to create posts and set up your own schedule, based on when your audience is online. After all, you don’t want to spend hours with boring admin tasks.

Outsource

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Once you are planning a family, it might be time to focus on the big picture and take a step back. Similar to how small business owners hire a hubspot agency to automate basic tasks and also attract potential customers to their business, you can outsource design, writing, and other tasks in your business, and enjoy the fruit of your hard work. You will, however, need to find a way to manage your freelancers’ productivity. You will be too busy reading up on parenting or learning how to time contractions, and find it hard to focus on your work at these exciting times.

Measure Engagement

To have more time to spend with your baby and family, you might want to automate some of the processes in your blogging business, such as creating and analyzing statistics. You can measure the engagement rate for each of your blog posts and social media content, so you can make adjustments and stop shooting in the dark. It is important to monitor your performance, track touch-points, and evaluate your metrics, rather than just focusing on the fan and follower acquisition, engagement, or pure sales metrics. If you lack time for all these, you could then outsource these tasks to a iTonic paid social media advertising type of digital firm, and they could do the job better for you. After all, you will have more important things to do and enjoyable tasks than crunching numbers and keeping your website going while you are preparing for the arrival of the new family member.

Expecting a baby is one of the most exciting times in your life. You should not get stressed over keeping your blog going, instead focus on simplifying your processes and making sure that you are working smarter and not harder. Make use of help from freelancers and the latest technology so you can take a step back and plan your family life instead of sitting in front of the computer all day.