Isagenix!
I am going to say right off the bat, this is NOT an advertisement for Isagenix meaning I am NOT being paid by Isagenix nor am I getting anything for blogging about Isagenix and I am NOT trying to sell you the product, but was asked by a lot of people to share my experience [Read On]
Super Easy Recipes for the Whole Family
I find nothing funnier then when people give me what they call their “easy” recipes and when I go to read it (not make it .. read it), I dont understand half of the words on the page and it takes two hours just to prepare the damn meal and that doesn’t even count the cooking part - [Read On]
Pampering Yourself While on the Go – Mother’s Day GIVEAWAY
Parenting is a 24/7 job and it isn’t easy to find the time to go out and pamper ourselves. Why not find products that you can bring with you and are good for baby and YOU. I was introduced to the all natural products below and have enjoyed using all of them, so I thought I [Read On]
The “Must Have” Kids Shoes for the Summer
Why does everything in mini version just look so damn cute! My girlfriend and I were walking on Yonge Street a few weeks ago and we saw in the window of a store an add for these plastic shoes from a brand I had never heard of and that I didn’t love at first glance and then she convinced me to go in and [Read On]
Everyone Likes to Win!
I was recently introduced to a new company called WinJunkie and I thought it was such a neat idea because EVERYONE LIKES TO WIN and with this company it is so easy to do so and it’s completely FREE! It’s not always one winner, there are multiple which is HUGE in my books – I [Read On]
An Introduction to PTPA (Parent Tested Parent Approved)
When I was registering pre-baby, I kept seeing this PTPA seal of approval on products and so naturally when I got home I googled it and found this amazing community where parents test products, review them and then it is posted for other parents to read. Shortly after I had Frankie, I signed up for their emails and [Read On]
Books Galore!!!
I am not sure about you, but I always found it extremely overwhelming walking into the baby book section at a bookstore and being completely clueless about which books to buy. Now that Frankie is older, I know exactly which kinds of books he likes and dislikes and I thought I would share the favorites: 1. Baby [Read On]
An Edible Loot Bag Idea! GIVEAWAY
I know nobody is saying it out loud, but everybody wants props on a “wicked loot bag” that the kids absolutely LOVED and considering we go to a dozen plus birthday’s a year its hard to find a unique item to give out to say “thanks for coming to my birthday” A idea was presented to me and [Read On]
Nedi the Yeti – A Fun, Interactive App for Toddlers
As I am sure you can now tell, I am huge fan of finding great apps for the iPad and iPhone. I truly believe that kids learn a lot from them and I have seen it first hand! When searching around for apps, I would usually pass on the book apps because I really thought Frankie wouldn’t be interested [Read On]
Weleda Calendula Weather Protection Cream Review and Giveaway
I love the Weleda brand so naturally when I was approached to try out a new Weleda baby product, I gladly accepted. I have to say I was extremely pleased with this product! I am sure most of you mom’s and dad’s out there can understand when I say that this winter it was virtually impossible to keep gloves and hats [Read On]
By Far the Best Elmo Video … A Must See!
Ok so this is probably the BEST elmo video yet!!! So much so, that I had to post it and yes mom’s and dad’s, this video is completely kid friendly, infact I urge you to show this to them. Watching Frankie dance to this was amazing. Let me know what you think of it. T. xo
For the Teething Babies – GIVEAWAY
Ok, I am going to say it … TEETHING SUCKS!!!!! For those who are going through this stage, you know how difficult it is and if you dont know yet you will surely find out soon. It’s funny, but I feel like it is never going to end, these teeth just cant come in fast enough! So what did I do, purchase [Read On]
iPad and iPhone Apps for Babies and Toddlers – Part 2
I keep getting asked ‘what baby/toddler’ educational apps do you have on your iPad or iPhone so I thought I would do a part II app post and as I find more, I will keep reposting. So, here is part II: 1. Let Baby Play for iPad: at one point I thought I deleted all [Read On]
Funky Tots Clock – GIVEAWAY
Such a cute concept for kids of all ages (well newborn to ten really). What’s more annoying than waking up to your alarm clock buzzer awaking you from a very deep sleep??!!! I’m no morning person (my husband can attest to that), but I tell ya I invested in an iHome so that I would [Read On]
Hiring A Nanny? Wee Care!! GIVEAWAY
The months leading up to having our son, I had recieved quite a few emails from friends and friends of friends asking if anyone knew of a nanny looking for work. I actually wondered at one point if it was really that hard to find a nanny and then that got me very nervous. A few months after [Read On]
Candy Cocktails Revealed – GIVEAWAY
As you know I love finding the newest, latest greatest and here it is! Candy Cocktails – yup, the name says it all. We all go to weddings, bridal showers, birthday parties, corporate events, bar and bat mitzvahs, fundraisers and charity events and come on lets face it, we (well I at the least) all head straight [Read On]
Baby NHL Fans!! GIVEAWAY
Don’t you just love when you go shopping and find that “great find” amongst all the other stuff – doesnt it give you just some degree of satisfaction?? Well I went to The Baby Show a little while back and amongst all booths I found a gem!!! We all love to buy NHL, NFL and [Read On]
A Natural Way to Help Ease Cold and Flu Season – GIVEAWAY
As mom’s we all dread the cold and flu season and it seems that everyone is looking for natural remedies to get your child (and well lets face it, ourselves as well) through it. Below are a few options that I have tried and/or was recommended to use, however some of these products are only available in the US [Read On]
The Cake Smash Photo Shoot
Talk about fun … this was by far one of the most fun moments for both my husband and I and Frankie. I kept seeing pictures all over Facebook of these amazing cake smash photo sessions and inquired about the photographer. Once I only heard great things, I immediately booked my photo session for Frankie’s first birthday [Read On]
More Great Toys for 1 + Year Olds!
Yup, another post about toys!!! You know you have a problem when you tell your husband you will happily go out and grab something for the both of you for lunch and stop at three toy stores along the way. I just can’t help myself, im addicted (my poor husband). Below are a bunch more [Read On]
My Top 13 Favorite Books for Babies and Toddlers
When Frankie was born, my siblings bought him a ton of books to fill our very empty bookshelf in his room. I read in multiple mom books and magazines that you should introduce your child to books at an early age, so when Frankie was only a few months old I tried reading to him, [Read On]
Great Toddler and Baby Apps
By popular request, here are some of Frankie’s favorite apps (in no particular order): 1. Old MacDonald HD by Duck Duck Moose: Such a fun app! While the Old MacDonald song plays, your child touches (or if your child is like Frankie, he will just hit) the animal they are signing about and it does something fun or [Read On]
Everyone Loves Comfy Pajamas – GIVEAWAY
Sure there are a lot of places to get pajamas, but I find with most of these places, the material is just so cheap and scratchy (not to name names … Old Navy and Gap). Let’s be honest, if we wouldnt sleep in that material, why would you want to put your kids in it! Worst [Read On]
Did you know about Pampers Gifts to Grow Points?
I love reward/loyalty programs! It’s actually a brilliant idea because everyone loves to get free stuff (well technically you are paying for it, but months down the road it feels like it is free). Infact, I think every major company should have a loyalty program. I thought everyone knew about the Pampers reward programs, but I was clearly [Read On]
Sweetpea Baby Food and Snacks GIVEAWAY
My son is exactly like me, a very picky eater!! He has been like that since the day I started giving him food. If he didn’t like it, he would usually spit it out (and on me at that). I spoke to a few people about what to do to get him to eat meat and I was first told to [Read On]
Custom Cards for All Occasions
I dont know about you, but I love when I get something OTHER than bills in the mail. That is why I absolutely loved the idea of sending everyone an invitaion to Frankie’s first birthday, old school style .. by mail! Without a thought, I called Lauren Silverberg from Six Apples. I had absolutely zero idea what I [Read On]
Baked with Joy!
Aah the Joy (no pun intended) of running around for Frankie’s first birthday, which of course he will never remember! My biggest stress … the cake! I wanted to find a large Elmo cake, but when I started calling around getting quotes, they were $200-$300 plus … insane right?! I remembered that for my bridal shower, [Read On]
Fisher Price Rock ‘N Play Sleeper: For Babies That Dont Like the Bassinet
I can not describe the love I have for this product! It seriously saved my sanity when Frankie was a newborn. The kid refused to sleep in the bassinet and I really couldnt figure out why (except I guess he really just wanted my mommy love). I tried to sneak him into it when he [Read On]
Recall Website
It just so happened that when I started buying pureed baby food for Frankie (nope I didnt make my own food – dont judge), I got an email that one of the jars I had bought had been recalled. For one, I was so happy that I had not yet given Frankie that jar of food [Read On]
Music Classes for Babies and Toddlers
In my opinion, it’s never too early to start music classes, I started when Frankie was only a few months old. Yes, I get that they pretty much sleep through the classes at the beginning, but I think it is good for them to hear the music and REALLY it gets you out the house [Read On]
Time to Pack your Bags for the Hospital!
When I was pregnant, I googled every bag packing list to make sure I had EVERYTHING that was needed in my bag and I wanted to pass along to you Moms-to-be. I brought one bag for my things and a diaper bag for the baby: Mommy Bag: – 2 pairs of pajama bottoms (larger sized [Read On]
Baby Reference Guide
Below is a list of all the people and businesses that were really helpful for me pre-Frankie and post-Frankie. This is my own personal reference guide that I thought I would share: Child Proofzone: I called the usual places for baby proofing and then a friend recommended a guy who used to work for one of the child proofing places [Read On]
Your Personal Baby Clothes Shopping Guide both Internet and Stores
My favorite topic, SHOPPING!!!!!! Need I say more Here are a few great one’s to check out while your little one is sleeping and there are a few places to go when he/she wakes up. - RETRO BABY: Love at first site (hahah get it). All my friends know that I love buying retro shirts for Frankie and [Read On]
Who Doesnt Love a Good Deal
Over the past year, I have signed up to MANY websites for great deals on baby products, products for myself, deals/savings on groceries and I love the websites where you can get free samples on personal or home items and where you can test products and review them. Of course, I still sign up for websites that I [Read On]
Toys Galore!
A bunch of people have asked me to post about my favorite toys for 1-2 year olds. I am obviously no expert because Frankie isn’t 1 yet, however some of these toys Frankie has because my older sister gives me all her toys that her kids have outgrown (again, thank you Jodi) or Frankie has played with them [Read On]
Top 10 Favorite Gifts for a Baby
Once you have the baby, we all get the same gifts. Usually it’s something from your registry which is typically an item you need for around your house or a gift with your child’s name on it or clothes. Although those are all great “safe” gifts, I like to try to get something that is [Read On]
Frankie, If Your Happy and You Know It Clap Your Hands
When you were a kid, don’t you wish you had one of those CD’s that had your name inserted into all your favorite songs that your mom sang to you over and over??!!!! Of course I ordered one for Frankie when he was little, I played it repeatedly in the car and at home and now he LOVES [Read On]
Applications Made Easy
For all you new moms, here is a quick link to all the applications you will need once your little one is born 1. Apply for Employment Insurance Maternity and Parental Benefits http://www.servicecanada.gc.ca/eng/sc/ei/benefits/maternityparental.shtml *You should apply as soon as you stop working, even if you receive or will receive money when you become unemployed 2. [Read On]
The Step 2 Car … My Son’s Fav!
I thought that toys made Frankie happy (hence the reason my house looks like Toys R Us), I was mistaken!!! Nothing makes him smile more than when he is in his new car. I swear the first time I put him in it, he looked up at me and gave me this look like “why didnt you get me this [Read On]
Starting on Solids
A whole bunch of my friends asked me a ton of questions about starting solids and progressing to finger/table foods as most said that their doctors either gave them a short list that wasnt detailed enough and felt rushed to ask questions or some of their doctors didnt even give them a list, just told them they could [Read On]
Custom Pin Boards … The Perfect Gift for A Close Friend
We all have been searching for the perfect gift for our close friends that isn’t a toy which will get lost with all the others or a piece of clothing that he/she will grow out of in 5 minutes … well I found it!!! A friend of mine had a baby girl (after having two boys prior) and I wanted [Read On]
Relief at Last! For the Teethers
Ahhh the fun of having a teething child. I cant even begin to explain how many teethers I have tried after Frankie cut his first tooth! I have spent countless hours researching the best products out there, tried them and it seemed that either Frankie didnt like any of them or they didnt provide any [Read On]
My Pre-Baby List
After going onto many websites, I compiled a list of items that I wanted in the house before Frankie arrived and I thought I would share. Of course you do not need to follow this list (some items you might want to hold off on until you get them from your registry), but perhaps it can be a [Read On]
Info on Colic
Having a baby that was colicky, I must have read everything on the internet on colic to see what it was and if there were ways to help settle the baby. A lot of people who went through the same thing recommended seeing a Chiropractor (and actually swore by them). I spoke to a friend of mine [Read On]
The “Keep it Compact” Backpack
Sometimes I like to play a fun game with myself, its called “How many items can I stuff into my diaper bag?” I have diapers, wipes, a change pad, half a dozen toys, change of clothes, my Flip cam, sunscreen, burp cloth, peneten cream, Mum Mums, two bottles of formula, a jar of snacks, kleenex, [Read On]
PICABOO!!!!!!!!
No, I did not make a spelling error in the title, nor am I talking about the game you play with your baby. This is one of my absolute favorite companies in the world! PICABOO. Online scrapbooking, a brilliant invention. I have thousands of pictures just sitting on my computer and I hate printing them [Read On]
From Swaddle to Sleep Sack
Who isn’t dreading the transition from the swaddle to the sleep sack. Sadly, you can’t keep your baby in the swaddle forever. Trust me, if I could have, I would have, but Frankie broke out of that swaddle very quickly and he kept waking himself up. No matter how tight I made it, his little [Read On]
It’s Just that Simple … No More Broken MumMums
Don’t you look at half the baby products out there and say to yourself “why didn’t I think of that and make millions”. If you haven’t had that moment, well now you probably will! Who knew such a small piece of plastic could make me soooo happy. I can’t even count how many times I have thrown a [Read On]
The Sound of Silence … Thank You Sleep Doula (Tracey Ruiz)
The dreaded line “just wait”! When I was pregnant, I absolutely hated when people would say that to me when I expressed outloud that I was tired, so much so I made a very conscious effort to never say that to any of my friends. I never thought I would be saying this, but THEY WERE RIGHT. The [Read On]
My, I mean Frankie’s, Newest Toy
Yup, another toy! Frankie’s friends have yet to see this one. All I have to say is Thank G-D for my sister. She has some of the BEST toys and the greatest part is, I get them when my nephew is done with them. This one I can not take the credit for finding … this [Read On]
