The Parents with Style!

GIGGLES MAKE THE WORLD GO AROUND!

Parentswithstyle@gmail.com (Shanda Bauman) — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 02:05:00 +0000

I am trying to savor every minute I have with Paityn. Since we know that this is our last baby it makes me so sad. I wish I could have more..

We have decided that three kids is a perfect number for us and we are so blessed to have our kids. Like I said, I have no issue getting up in the night to feed Paityn or change her diapers. Yeah! Even when I have to get up for work in the morning...I LOVE IT! As I feed her so holds onto my finger with her tiny soft little hand. Lately all she wants to do is sit in her bumbo seat. She wants to see everything. My baby is growing so fast. So when I saw this little moment in time I had to record it. Thank you GOD for my blessings!!

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Precious Doll Company!

Parentswithstyle@gmail.com (Shanda Bauman) — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 21:52:00 +0000

Our family has loved playing with dolls ever since I was a little girl. My mother collected them and started my sister and I a collection also. I remember playing dolls with my girlfriend Ranae down in her parents basement. Later in my life I started making my own dolls by reborning Berenguer dolls. So I can say I have always loved all types of dolls. So when we heard that Nevaeh would get a chance to review one...we couldn't wait for the adoption of the baby to happen.
Now I only wish I had a doll like the one Nevaeh is holding in the picture. Precious Dolls offer your child a beautiful doll that looks almost real. They feel like a really tiny baby and they have perfect features that will light up any childs face. Nevaeh was lucky enough to receive a doll to review to tell our readers what she thought about it.

Here is some of the things she listed.
I love how she cuddles.
I love her pretty eyes.
She fits in my stroller perfectly.
Mom she feels just like my own Paityn. (her baby sister)
I like changing her diaper cause Paityn's diapers fit my new baby.
She has tiny fingers that I like to kiss.

WOW! All from my little peanut talking about her new baby doll.
I can honestly tell you these dolls are made of the highest quality and you can see the tons of tiny details that most doll makers miss. We were very impressed with this company's dolls.

Nevaeh received Kimberly Caryn.

About the Owner from her site!

Precious Baby Doll Company is a company with a mission to create a loving home for wonderful baby dolls through "adoption." The Precious Doll Company was a dream of a woman who experienced first-hand the pain of relinquishing a baby for adoption and the joy of becoming a mother to an adopted daughter. It was her vision to establish a company that would realize the story behind every adoption and breathe life into each by creating stories that celebrated the joy of finally bringing the baby home.

It was summer, and a young Mary Beth Wells, gave birth to a beautiful daughter, whom she silently and privately named Kimberly Caryn. It was her struggle to relinquish this baby to parents who could provide a home with love and stability. It remains the most painful decision of her life, to love this child enough to place her with a family who would raise her to be their own.

Years later, Mary Beth found her birth daughter and began to have a relationship with her. Part one of the healing had occurred. Her prayers were answered when she became the mother to Sophia whom she adopted from Guatemala. Sophia became the love of her life. At last, she had two daughters- the circle of adoption to adoption was complete.

It was time to realize another dream- to give birth again, this time to a company that could bring precious dolls into loving homes. She knew, in her heart, that the Precious Baby Doll Company could help tell the stories of babies adopted all over the world, babies that now lived in America with their new families.

The dolls and their stories help any child learn the gift of adoption. Each doll comes with a book that tells the story about their country of birth and the love that brought them to a new world. The books that accompany these dolls tell the story of the journey that brought them home- these are stories of love with arms outstretched in two directions, one giving and one receiving. The stories tell how the children were wanted for such a long time and the supreme happiness in finally bringing these babies home to forever live with their new family.

The Precious Baby Doll Company is dedicated to providing the highest quality standards in clothing, design and story. The dolls are made to be permanent members of the family, with quality and beauty that is durable and precious like its name.

Every adoptive child has two histories and a bright future. It's the history of the native land, the history of the family to which it is now a member and the future that has yet to unfold. The Precious Baby Doll Company celebrates and respects all three through stories, clothing and accessory lines. The books tell the stories of the beginning of their lives, leaving room for the parents to fill in all the details that made their child so uniquely wonderful. The books affirm the pride in having a home in "two lands", with a foundation of knowledge about the country of origin as well as a deep love of America.

A Precious Baby Doll is waiting just for your home!

Nevaeh kissing her little peanut!

Neve' loves her Precious Doll!

So do we recommend this fabulous dolls?? Heck Yeah!! This is a total must have for this Holiday Season.

7 up cake

Parentswithstyle@gmail.com (Shanda Bauman) — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 21:20:00 +0000

It's elegant, delicious and perfect for any crowd!

...7 up cake recipe....

1 1/2 cups (3 sticks) butter
3 cups sugar
5 eggs
3 cups flour
1 fluid ounce almond extract (1 bottle)
3/4 cup 7-up

Cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy
Add eggs one at a time and beat well and then
Add in flour. Beat in almond extract and 7-up

Pour batter into well greased and floured bundt or angel food cake pan
(this recipe makes a little more than 1 cake- so have your muffin tin ready for a few extra cupcakes, too.

Bake at 325 degrees for 1 1/4 hours. check with toothpick.

Serve with powdered sugar, fresh fruit and/or whipped cream.

enjoy!!
by, Julie Flatt
Compliments of Savvy Girl Co.

blueberry

Parentswithstyle@gmail.com (Shanda Bauman) — Wed, 28 Oct 2009 01:06:00 +0000

We are so excited to to use cloth diapers with our new little peanut. We had the opportunity to try a cloth diaper from a company called Blueberry Diapers. So sweet and easy to use. Adorable! I love how the Pocket Diaper can grow with my baby; from infant to toddler. Why is this important to me? It’s simple! I don’t have to cry after she goes through a growth spurt and she outgrows her current cloth diapers – these grow with her with some easy to use snaps.

Enjoy the wonderful feel of minky on your little one from birth to potty (approx. 8-35 lbs)* with our One Size Minky Pockets. The diaper has two rows of snaps for adjusting the size as your baby grows. An outer layer of laminated minky keeps wetness in, and an inner layer of high quality microfleece keeps baby’s bottom dry. One Size Microfiber/Hemp Combo Insert included with each diaper. Made in the USA.

From a mother’s stand point:
I have looked around and priced cloth diapers. The price of Minky One Size Pocket Diapers from BlueBerry Diapers are a bit on the more expensive side (at $32.97), but overall, knowing that this is an “All in One Pocket Diaper” really does make up for it. Think about it… You will spend that much for a PACK of diapers for a WEEK. Blueberry cloth diapers range anywhere from $19.97 - $32.97. With our household being on one income, I would much rather invest in nice, long-lasting cloth diapers and save in the end, than to keep buying disposable diapers that you basically ‘throw your money away’. So are Blueberry Cloth Diapers worth the money? Yes!

Find out more info, adorable cloth diapers and tons of accessories to keep you going at www.blueberrydiapers.com

Tetherball

Parentswithstyle@gmail.com (Shanda Bauman) — Mon, 26 Oct 2009 01:30:00 +0000

Now that summer is fast approaching, I wanted to let you know about the new Tetherball System from Lifetime Products. This at-home version of a schoolyard favorite sets up quickly and doesn’t require a cement slab for stability, so it can easily roll to a back corner of the yard when not in use. Lifetime’s Tetherball System (SRP: $129.99) can be purchased in-store at Costco, Dick’s Sporting Goods, Big 5 Sporting Goods or online at Lifetime.com.

ART

Parentswithstyle@gmail.com (Shanda Bauman) — Mon, 26 Oct 2009 01:24:00 +0000

Art-To-Go-Roll ($13.99)

No more digging in your purse for melted, broken crayons (or dealing with crabby kids because the restaurant doesn’t have any). Unroll and watch the creative juice flow! Beautifully crafted in 100% cotton, the Art-To-Go-Roll is the perfect way to stay organized while keeping the kiddies entertained. The retro-adorable Art-To-Go-Roll is intelligently designed with 14 little pockets stitched right in; stock it up with your child’s favorite crayons, little scissors or mini pencils! Small enough to fit into any purse, bag or baby bag. Just roll, tie and tuck away. No more mess in mom’s handbag and no more patiently waiting for crayons! The Piggy Story Art-To-Go-Roll is right at your finger tips! Comes stocked with 8 Crayola Crayons.

Available at www.thepiggystory.com. Available in: Piggy Mermaids, Piggy Fairy, Piggy Pirates, What’s A Dragon, Pretty Princess, Pretty in Pink, Doggie Diary, Spring Fling and Cow Print.

Functionall-Linens (A MUST HAVE THIS HOLIDAY!)

Parentswithstyle@gmail.com (Shanda Bauman) — Sun, 25 Oct 2009 16:16:00 +0000

Over the last few months, I have been lucky enough to test out the new ErgoPocket Fitted Bed Linen.

Here is what is so cool about the bed sheet Teresa the Owner sent me. My sheet has pockets on three sides. One of the pockets is called a "HIDDEN POCKET!"

Do you know why it is hidden.....Yep! So I can hide private stuff that the kids won't find. Only Hubby and I know right where it is in the heat of the moment.

So let me show you what I keep in my pockets. Of course you can keep anything you want in yours. The beauty of the pocket is that it holds whatever YOU want or need.

Most nights I snuggle up with Paityn in bed and I keep an extra burp cloth, diaper rash cream, paci, and a wet wipes container. HOW COOL! Just where I need them within arms reach.

In the pocket located at the top of the bed(thats how I put my sheet on the bed) we keep our remotes.

The TV remote is always there along with our ceiling fan remote. My hubby personally wanted me to THANK this fabulous company for making these pockets. Now he always knows where the remotes are.

www.functionall-linens.com

Bed Linens That Do More Than Fit!

Store, organize and easily reach your favorite personal items.
Free your nightstand from unsightly clutter.
Eliminate last minute trips out of bed.
Patients can access personal necessities without help.
Increase independence and reduce frustration of any bedridden person.

FunctionAll™ Linens is revolutionizing bedtime with its ingenious, yet simple concept for the ordinary bed sheet: ergonomically placed pockets on both sides of a fitted sheet. ErgoPocket™ bed sheets bring fun and functionality to every lifestyle—once you enjoy their convenience, you'll wonder how you ever lived without them!

ErgoPocket Hospital Sheets

Our hospital sheets are designed for use with standard hospital beds so patients can easily access what they want, when they want.

ErgoPocket Luxury Bed Linens

Spoil yourself or someone you love with our luxury bed linens that add functionality and fine style to your bedtime.

BodyPrints℠ Custom Bed Linens

The ultimate indulgence: custom bed linens tailored to your exact specifications. A BodyPrint is also a wonderful gift to help a loved one who is bedridden be more independent.

About the women behind this wonderful invention! (in her own words)

About FunctionAll™ Linens

I'm Teresa Joyce and as a native Texan, I like to spend my time enjoying life! It was in the pursuit of one of my most basic pleasures—lounging in bed—that spurred me to invent the ErgoPocket™ sheet. When I'm in bed, I frequently doze off while wearing or holding my glasses. My night stand isn't right next to my bed and sometimes I'm out like a light before I can get up and place them on the stand. Most times I was lucky and my glasses just got lost in the bed.

One morning, I wasn't so lucky. Blankets and sheets went flying as I searched for my glasses. Well, I found the remote, a TV guide, but no glasses. Later on when I was making the bed, I found what was left of my cute $500 cat eye glasses—I had thoroughly mangled them. I was beside myself, but I still had a really darling backup pair, so life went on. A few months later, the same thing happened again and I went totally bonkers.

I often pray on things big and small, so in a casual conversation with God, I asked Him not to change me but to use me as I am. A few mornings later He did just that. I awoke and stretched, and in that moment, realized exactly what I needed to keep from breaking my glasses in bed. I needed a pocket on my bed sheet! Being the faithful consumer that I am, I ran to the computer to Google my much needed bed linen. I Google'd and Google'd but couldn't find a fitted sheet with a side pocket.

I then began a long journey of research and development. Since I don't sew a stitch, I was fortunate to locate a 5-star seamstress, Joyce Hart, who is a top-notch expert with patterns, prototypes and fabric usage. Joyce coordinates manufacturing and training, and serves as an advisor on our special projects. She also finds time to donate her varied talents to many Austin area charity projects. Joyce worked with me to perfect my design and crafted the first ErgoPocket bed sheet.

Once I saw how useful it was, I then did in-depth research to see how others could benefit from this innovative pocket. I didn't have to look far—I have a daughter, now age 31, that was born with rheumatoid arthritis. She was diagnosed at 3, and has had many surgeries and has been on too many medications to count. She endures much pain to accomplish the simplest tasks, like holding a hair brush, or reaching for a pen and pad, or picking up the TV remote. Getting in and out of bed is a major, pain-ridden struggle for her. The ErgoPocket sheet was just what she needed!

I pressed on and quickly connected with other bedridden patients, caretakers and seniors who could use my pocket sheets to make their lives easier and safer. This made me even happier—that this very simple idea would help so many people be more independent—and most importantly—help them regain their dignity.

So here I am. No more broken glasses or lost remotes—and a wonderful new business to boot. I never imagined that I could gain so much from a bad habit. Talk about making lemonade from lemons

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SNUGGLE BUG BAGZ

Parentswithstyle@gmail.com (Shanda Bauman) — Sat, 24 Oct 2009 20:27:00 +0000

We are so excited to tell you about a FABULOUS PRODUCT that made our jaws drop when we opened up the package. Have you seen "SNUGGLE BUG BAGZ?" These are the most luxurious sleeping bags for your infant or toddler. Let me tell that these BAGZ will keep your baby warm all winter long. The material is super soft and it makes me want to snuggle up inside it with Paityn. If only I could fit!!! HMMM!

The bags are 34 inches long and 16 inches wide. They each have a cut out in the bag for a three point harness seat belt that can be used for the stroller, or baby swing. All bags are filled with a two inch pile of batting, and come with a matching tote bag made from the same material.

Contents: Brown suede, batting, minky.

Fabric weight: Heavy

Washing: Mashine wash alone on cold, gental cycle. Flat dry.

Here is what I LOVE about this product!

You can lay your baby on the floor and know that the baby will stay warm.

You can wrap the baby up in a Snuggle Bug Bag while the baby is in the swing, your arms, a bouncy seat and the best place is in the stroller. Our Michigan winters are so cold and I know Paityn will stay nice and snug.

So easy to store in its own carry bag. So if we have to run to Grandmas house, we can grab and go.

Super easy care instructions.

What would I change about this product???

I would make one that Mom could fit in. (One that matches the smaller one)

That's it! The Product is perfect!!

About (from their site)
Hello, first I want to thank the Lord for all my answered prayers, and blessings. I also want to thank you for taking the time to read our story. I say our story, because I could not have made this happen with out the support from my husband and daughters.

After the birth of our first baby, McKenzie I was given many wonderful gifts. Among those gifts were a dress, and some blankets that where hand made by my greatgrandmother. These items had become so precious to me, I began to think about what I wanted to be able to pass down to my own children, and grandchildren.

After our second daughter, Jenna was born, the idea for a specialty baby bag was born as well. I went down to my local fabric store and hand selected the fabric. I borrowed my mother’s sewing machine, and I created the first Snuggle Bug Bagz. The dream of sharing my design with you wasn’t there until I realized there was a genuine desire from other moms to own a bag like mine.

Amazingly, following the birth of our third daughter, Molly I was still getting requests for more baby bags. Taking care of a husband, and three little girls made it difficult to continue as a small home business.

I contacted Equinox a manufacturer out of Williamsport, Pennsylvania to make our bags. I am so excited to finally launch my business. We understand that you want to give your baby the best you can give, and here at snugglebugbagz we feel the same.

May God Bless, Monica H

http://www.snugglebugbagz.com/index.html
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HOLLYWOOD COOKIE DIET

Parentswithstyle@gmail.com (Shanda Bauman) — Thu, 22 Oct 2009 00:54:00 +0000

Most of us Moms are always looking for a great way to lose the baby fat. One of the secrets the stars use in Hollywood is THE HOLLYWOOD COOKIE DIET. Now if you are looking for a fun way to drop the weight..this might be for you. I have been on the diet and I can tell you that it is easy. Now are these the best tasting cookies in the world?? No, but they are not loaded with tons of ooey goey chocolate. They will help your cravings and will help you maintain your weight goals.

The Hollywood Cookie Diet® offers women the chance to eat delicious cookies, while still maintaining a sensible diet and staying full longer. A dieter on The Hollywood Cookie Diet® simply eats a cookie (a variety of flavors are available) for breakfast, lunch and two snacks. The website offers sensible recipe choices for dinner. The beauty of this diet is it relieves hunger (each cookie contains approximately 150 calories and necessary nutrients for the day) while helping users lose weight. Women can stay on the diet for as short or long as they choose—until they reach their weight loss goal. Cookie choices include tasty chocolate chip, to-die-for oatmeal raisin, savory lemon or the variety pack for just $19.95 a box. With 12 cookies in each box, The Hollywood Cookie Diet® offers 3 days of meal-replacement, which is less than $2.00 per serving. Also, in these busy times, it is perfect for meals on the go—with life moving so fast these days, eating well has taken a back seat to other things.

In additon to The Hollywood Cookie Diet®, busy parents who would like to lose weight the healthy and easy way, without feeling they are sacrificing their hunger, will also love The Hollywood 15-Day Detox Diet®, which offers women a chance to get rid of those toxins for better overall health, The Hollywood 48-Hour Miracle Diet® , which is the #1 liquid diet in the world with over 15 million bottles sold, and The Hollywood 24-hour Miracle Diet®, which is a wonderful way to cleanse the body.

Have you kissed your blessing today?

Parentswithstyle@gmail.com (Shanda Bauman) — Wed, 21 Oct 2009 01:18:00 +0000

PAITYN'S LATEST PICS! MY BABY GIRL IS 2 MONTHS OLD ALREADY!

So it has been two months since we have been lessed with Paityn's arival. What a good baby...first few weeks we were ambushed with projectile poo and pee. YEAH! I never had that happen with my other two. It was like squeezing a tube tooth paste and I found it so funny when hubby would get shot with poo.

Now that her poo is regular and not like mustard....we are not having the poo accidents.

She is a great sleeper and hardly never fusses about anything. How could I have such an easy baby??? Everyone kept telling me I was crazy for having #3 and I couldn't be more pleased. It really isn't that much more work. I enjoy it! I love getting up in the night to feed her. I know this is my last baby since hubby is getting snipped this week. (more details to come)
I love how Paityn smells and how she arches into a ball on my shoulder. God has been so good to me and I am so THANKFUL for my family. I just want to tell all of you to enjoy every minute with your children they are blessings straight from GODS hands!

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CURE BREAST CANCER w/KAREN NEUBURGER

Parentswithstyle@gmail.com (Shanda Bauman) — Tue, 20 Oct 2009 00:59:00 +0000

Congrats to our three winners. You have been emailed.

KAREN NEUBURGER

In honor of National Breast Cancer Awareness month, KN Karen Neuburger and Dillard’s department stores nationwide have teamed together to host Pink Parties. For each purchase of KN Karen Neuburger pajamas during the Pink Parties, KN will donate 30 minutes of research to Breast Cancer Research Foundation. The goal is to sponsor a month of breast cancer research to aid in the development of lifesaving treatments and an eventual cure for breast cancer. In addition, to help KN reach the goal of sponsoring a month of research, donations will also be accepted through their
Time for Research site.

I personally have had two scares with breast cancer..two times they found lumps in my breasts. Thank GOD..my results came back negative for cancer. So I want to help spread the word about this wonderful donation site. In exchange for helping us spread the word, you could win your own pair of PJ's.

KN has been kind enough to giveaway 3 sets of PJ's to our readers. All you have to do is tell us how you like to help donate to cure breast cancer. Leave us a comment along with your email address so we can contact you if you win.
For an extra three entries let us know if you donated to this site. Contest will end on Oct. 30th 2009 @ 12PM EST (contest ended)

KN Pink Ribbon Signature PJs

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Michael Buble's Crazy Love CD

Parentswithstyle@gmail.com (Shanda Bauman) — Mon, 19 Oct 2009 20:43:00 +0000

Cry Me A River
All Of Me
Georgia On My Mind
Crazy Love
Haven’t Met You Yet
All I Do Is Dream Of You
Hold On
Heartache Tonight
You’re Nobody Till Somebody Loves You
Baby (You’ve Got What It Takes)
At This Moment
Stardust
Whatever It Takes (bonus track)

Michael Bublé has that voice that gives me goose bumps every time I hear his voice. I instantly transform into a relaed happy mood when listening to his music. Crazy Love was released this month and now you can listen to all of his new songs. These songs are awesome to say the least. You will love it and play it over and over again. I personally think that I am going to pick up a few more copies to give as Christmas gifts this Holiday.

You can visit Michael Bublé’s website for more information on him, his music and his tour dates.

So to all my wonderful readers...stop what your doing and run out and get your own copy today. You will be happy I sent you out to get one.

http://bit.ly/MBvideo

Special thanks goes to One2One Network who sent me Crazy Love for this campaign.

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Phartephant A HOLIDAY TOP PICK!

Parentswithstyle@gmail.com (Shanda Bauman) — Sun, 18 Oct 2009 01:02:00 +0000

Kids love stuffed animals - but there's a new one hitting the market that will have kids in stitches.
Norman PhartEphant a 10 inch elephant plush toy with sound! Squeeze his tail to hear one of 8 different gassy noises! Of course, Normal apologizes on occasion - and it's a great toy product to help teach children about bodily functions and how to respond. Plus, it's hilarious fun.
$21.95 www.phartephant.com

WOW! What a funny toy to give this holiday season. My kids laughed and laughed when they first opened up the box containing Norman. They brought this toy everywhere to show it off. Our kids have always called farts HONKERS. SO it was hilarious to see Korbyn running around yelling, "HE HONKED!" Norman PhartEphant was designed for kids ages 3-10. I have to admit..you could catch me several times squeezing his tail for a good laugh.

Laughter follows him where ever he goes.

Super soft and squeezable, at 10 inches round, Norman PhartEphant™ offers a variety of 8 fart sounds with a squeeze of his tail.
Norman PhartEphant™ makes a favorite gift for your difficult to surprise child, co-worker, spouse, friend, and/or spouse.

Infant Nutrition Center

Parentswithstyle@gmail.com (Shanda Bauman) — Sat, 17 Oct 2009 22:40:00 +0000

On Monday, October 19, a remarkable new website will be unveiled. INFANTNUTRITIONCENTER.com will take you on a journey through infant nutrition and development. They offer amazing visuals that reveal how proper nutrition shapes development
and how individual nutrients affect the senses, bone formation, and the immune system of infants.
Showcasing new data and 3-D images, the site lets you explore and learn the latest research findings through video, pictures, and graphics, in depth questions like why infant eyesight depends on getting enough DHA and what key nutrients contribute to the healthy growth of your child's brain. I only wish this website was around when I had my three kids.

At http://www.infantnutritioncenter.com/ you can find answers to all of your questions as well as learn things you didn't even think to ask. This site is not some simple website where Moms check in to share tips and ideas...this is a high tech site that has real information you can depend on. If you ever wondered what it is like to have a baby, then check out the videos they offer showing a baby coming into this world.

Developed as a resource for Moms, the website brings together information from leading health centers and researchers across the country to explain how nutrition is crucial to infant development. How can you make sure that your newborn gets the nutrients she needs to ensure healthy growth through her first birthday? Everything you can think of is on this site. Yep, they have all of the info you are looking for.

There is also great resources available for breastfeeding, infant and toddler health as well as interactive libraries on a variety of topics. I know I will definitely be visiting this site when I become pregnant again! To see for yourself visit http://www.infantnutritioncenter.com/ and to watch the webcast for the launching of the site visit here!

“I wrote this review while participating in a blog campaign by Mom Central on behalf of Mead Johnson. Mom Central sent me a gift card to thank me for taking the time to participate.”

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WET ONES

Parentswithstyle@gmail.com (Shanda Bauman) — Sat, 17 Oct 2009 01:11:00 +0000

Moms everywhere are germ a phobes when it comes to their kids. I am one of them and I strongly recommend WET ONES as a part of your daily routine. I love keeping them in my car and all around the house.

The Gentle wipes are extremely gentle as you can guess from their name. I found that they caused fewer issues with breakouts and redness on my son’s and daughter’s face than similar “gentle” and “scent free” baby wipes. Korbyn tries to get into this container about 10 times a day. He loves using them..but needs to understand their not for play. :)

I’ve found these wipes to be more gentle than some of the competing products that I’ve used.

With the back-to-school season approaching, moms across the country are getting ready for the new year. In addition to picking out a new lunchbox and school supplies, one thing on many of their minds is the health of their children as they return to the classroom. From children sharing school supplies to soap and water not being available in all classrooms, the spread of germs is an issue many parents are thinking about. In the close quarters of a classroom, germ spread can be even more rampant.

While washing hands with soap and water is first line of defense in preventing the spread of germs, that’s not always possible in a classroom or school cafeteria. As recommended by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), alcohol-based hand sanitizers or antibacterial hand wipes are an effective alternative when soap and water are not available.

Money Manager Check Card by DATEXX

Parentswithstyle@gmail.com (Shanda Bauman) — Sat, 17 Oct 2009 00:52:00 +0000

I am always swiping my debit card everywhere and I can tell you it is easy to exceed my limit if I am not careful. Many times I run out to pick up some formula and diapers and I am thankful that I have my MONEY MANAGER CHECK CARD CHECKER! This awesome little invention helps me keep my money in check if you know what I mean. This little helper will keep my balance in front of my and at my fingers tips. What a wonderful idea for this holiday season...the perfect stocking stuffer at only $15.00 each.
I highly recommend getting one to all of my readers..don't let the bank charge you another overdraft fee.
Highly recommended by Parents with Style.

FROM DATEXX
Check cards have become ubiquitous in American life. Hardly any American over the age of 18 doesn't have a check card in their wallet or purse. And banks everywhere are smiling as a result. That's because every time a consumer exceeds the balance in their check card account, they charge a penalty fee. And, unlike a check book, how many Americans actually check their check card balances before each purchase? Not many.

Datexx, a world leading developer of smarter living consumer products, has created the answer with the new Money Manager Check Card Tracker . Available for purchase at www.datexx.com for only $15.00, the Datexx Money Manager is like carrying an accountant in your pocket!

Ideal for every consumer, and mandatory for college bound students who face the challenge of managing a budget for the very first time, the Datexx Money Manager is, quite simply, the easiest and least expensive way to manage your daily expenses — so that you never exceed your budget! With Money Manager, consumers can keep tabs on their debit/check card balance. They can track and review up to 100 charges, withdrawals, and deposits with the touch of a button!

Check Your Balance Before Every New Purchase. Every time you turn on the Datexx Money Manager Check Card Tracker, your card balance is automatically displayed. When you make your next purchase, simply enter the purchase amount into the Money Manager Check Card Tracker and press “Pay.” You can then recheck your new balance by pressing the “BAL” (for Balance) key.

What’s more, the Datexx Money Manager Check Card Tracker is small enough to carry with you in your wallet or purse, making every day money management even easier because your check card and money tracker are now with you all the time!

Not only is it my BIRTHDAY TODAY.........

Parentswithstyle@gmail.com (Shanda Bauman) — Fri, 16 Oct 2009 15:46:00 +0000

I found out that the wonderful women at

THE BLOGROLLERS are featuring us on their site. I am so honored and blessed that we are being featured. Thank you so much!
Give them some love and check it out here!

Thanks for rollin’ with us!

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Tnker Bell And the Lost Teasure Review

Parentswithstyle@gmail.com (Shanda Bauman) — Thu, 15 Oct 2009 20:21:00 +0000

THE WORLD’S MOST BELOVED FAIRY RETURNS
IN AN ALL-NEW MAGICAL ADVENTURE

I think one of my all time favorite Disney characters is Tinker Bell. She is such a sweetheart and the story lines that surround her are perfect for family movie night. You will want to be the first in-line for this Blu-ray combo pack being offered at the end of this month. I don't want to give everything away on this movie...but, you will love it.

Bonus Materials
• Scenes You Never Saw – These fairy funny alternate scenes did not make it into the
movie. These scenes will make you laugh and will uncover more about Tinker Bell. You will watch these Bonus Materials over and over again.
• Magical Guide to Pixie Hollow – Tinker Bell and Terence are your guides as you explore
the autumn area of Pixie Hollow. Have you ever wanted to explore Pixie Hollow?? Come on..we have all pretended to be a pixie. You will uncover all of the hidden places in Pixie Hollow.
• Deleted Scenes with Filmmaker Introductions – Play deleted scenes with optional intros
by Director Klay Hall and Producer Sean Lurie. My hubby loves watching the deleted scenes that did not make the DVD cut. Still really enjoyable.
• Pixie Hollow Comes To Florida – Discover how the filmmakers helped transform Epcot
into Pixie Hollow. We are still waiting for our chance to go to Florida with the kids so this was exciting to show Neve' what its all about.
Tinker Bell and the Lost Treasure is directed by Klay Hall and produced by Sean Lurie.

Trailer

Walt Disney Pictures
Tinker Bell and the Lost Treasure

On Blu-rayTM Hi-Def and DVD October 27, 2009

In the original Tinker Bell, for the first time ever, fans heard Tink’s voice, met her fabulous fairy
friends, got a glimpse into the world of Pixie Hollow and learned about her true origins and the
unexplainable, mystical wonders of nature. Produced by DisneyToon Studios, Tinker Bell and
the Lost Treasure is the highly anticipated second film in the continuing Disney Fairies
Franchise and a captivating story that continues the overwhelmingly popular adventures through
breathtaking animation, spectacular music and an all-star cast of voice talents.

In Tinker Bell and the Lost Treasure Tinker Bell’s greatest adventure yet takes place in
Autumn, as the fairies are on the mainland changing the colors of the leaves, tending to
pumpkin patches, and helping geese fly south for the winter. The rare Blue Moon will rise, and
when its light passes through the magical Fall Scepter that Tinker Bell has been summoned to
create, Pixie Hollow’s supply of pixie dust will be restored. But when Tinker Bell accidentally
puts all of Pixie Hollow in jeopardy, she must venture out across the sea on a secret quest to set
things right.

Along her journey Tink meets new friends, including Blaze, a cute and courageous firefly that
helps Tinker Bell complete her mission. It’s a long and dangerous journey, full of astonishing
encounters, a few narrow escapes and a daring rescue by Tink’s friend Terence. Tinker Bell
and the Lost Treasure is an exciting adventure and a once-in-a-blue-moon experience for the
entire family.

Both the Blu-ray and DVD have magical bonus features including animated “scenes you never
saw,” a guide to Pixie Hollow, and much more, offering viewers an extraordinary trip deep inside
the enchanted world of Pixie Hollow.

Bonus Materials
• Scenes You Never Saw – These fairy funny alternate scenes did not make it into the
movie.
• Magical Guide to Pixie Hollow – Tinker Bell and Terence are your guides as you explore
the autumn area of Pixie Hollow.
• Deleted Scenes with Filmmaker Introductions – Play deleted scenes with optional intros
by Director Klay Hall and Producer Sean Lurie.
• Pixie Hollow Comes To Florida – Discover how the filmmakers helped transform Epcot
into Pixie Hollow.
Tinker Bell and the Lost Treasure is directed by Klay Hall and produced by Sean Lurie.

STREET DATE: October 27, 2009
Suggested retail price: U.S. $29.99 DVD, $39.99 Blu-ray Combo Pack
Canada: $35.99 DVD, $44.99 Blu-ray
Feature run time: Approx. 70 minutes
Rated: This movie is not yet rated

Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs

Parentswithstyle@gmail.com (Shanda Bauman) — Sun, 11 Oct 2009 23:22:00 +0000

Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs (DVD/Two-Disc Blu-ray + BD Live w/DVD packaging)

Get this on your Christmas list this year! You won't be sorry!!

Blu-Ray Release Date: October 6, 2009
DVD Release Date: November 24, 2009
Price: Blu-ray and DVD Combo Pack: $39.99 SRP
2-Disc DVD: $29.99 SRP
Feature run time: 84 minutes
Actors: Adriana Caselotti, Harry Stockwell, Lucille La Verne, Roy Atwell, Stuart Buchanan
Directors: David Hand
Language: English
Subtitles: English, French, Spanish
Number of discs: 3
Rating: G (General Audience)
Studio: Walt Disney Studios Home Entertainment

SNOW WHITE AND THE SEVEN DWARFS: DIAMOND EDITION TRAILER

I am so excited that Nevaeh and Korbyn get to enjoy this classic movie. I love it and it totally reminds me of watching movies at home when I was kid. I totally remember having this book also and I would read it over and over again.

Synopsis: Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs is the time-honored story of a beautiful princess whose blossoming beauty disturbs her stepmother the Queen. Each day the Queen asks a mysterious magic mirror the quintessential question: "mirror, mirror on the wall, who's the fairest of them all." As long as the mirror answers the Queen's name, all is well. However, when one day the mirror replies with Snow White’s name, the evil Queen begins her quest to kill the young girl, so she may once again be "the fairest of them all." Snow White’s escape from the evil Queen's plan leads her deep into the forest and to a small cottage where she meets, in one of the most famous scenes in motion picture history, the Seven Dwarfs. Once "off to work" they go, the wicked Queen persuades Snow White to take a bite of a poisonous apple that places a powerful sleeping curse on the young beauty. Heartbroken, the dwarfs make a glass coffin for their friend, because she is too beautiful to bury. Only when a handsome Prince -- who had previously fallen in love with Snow White -- finds her and kisses her, does she awaken, "to live happily ever after."

HAPPILY EVER AFTER

Parents with Style recommends this fabulous classic: It is so hard to believe that this movie is 70 years old and was the first full length animated featured produced by Walt Disney.

I have always loved this movie and I am so happy that they decided to re-release this movie. My kids love it and watch it as if it is the last movie they will ever watch. I can still remember how scared I was of the old witch...she creeps me out. This movie has a wonderful story line and parents can be happy with the wholesomeness of the movie.

But the classic film is not all you get with this release - be sure to check out all these awesome bonus features - I've never seen so many of them in a DVD set:

Perfectly timed for holiday gift giving and available for a limited time only, the historic Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs Diamond Edition comes with a spectacular assortment of all new bonus features, including:

Blu-ray™ Bonus Features
• Magic Mirror – Using the latest in Blu-ray technology, the iconic magic Mirror guides the audience through the Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs: Diamond Edition features with ease, serving as the host for an incredibly immersive experience. The Mirror will recognize viewing patterns, knows where the audience has left off and will even suggest where to navigate next. This marks the first use of this technology in a Disney Blu-ray release and provides viewers with the control to personally create a customized Snow White experience
• DisneyView – Disney’s pioneering animated feature is brought to the modern era of widescreen high definition viewing by allowing the user to expand their viewing experience beyond the original aspect ratio of the film. Utilizing Disney Blu-ray technology, acclaimed Disney artist Toby Bluth was able to draw beyond the borders of the classic full frame cinema and fill the otherwise dark edges of the screen with beautiful custom imagery, giving audiences a new view of the animated classic favorite.
• About Toby Bluth – Disney artist Toby Bluth tells how the movie inspired him to create the superb DisneyView art.
• Audio Commentary with Walt Disney, hosted by John Canemaker
• “The Princess and the Frog” Sneak Peek

BACKSTAGE DISNEY: DIAMOND EDITION
• Snow White Returns - Newly discovered storyboards suggest a brand new Snow White featurette that never got made. For the first time, current Disney animators show how this short story would have played.
• Mirror, Mirror On The Wall – Through BD-Live, this mirror can find the secret princess inside each viewer, then create for them a personal message from their favorite princess who will call
them on the telephone.
• Hyperion Studios – Audiences are digitally transported to 1937 to discover first-hand Hyperion Studios, the original studio Walt Disney himself built where Snow White was conceived and developed. Viewers will virtually walk the halls of this historic landmark, experiencing life at Hyperion Studios in the 1930s. This amazing “Backstage Disney” feature contains newly dimensionalized archival photos, never-before-heard animator recordings, archival transcripts and rare footage of Walt himself revealing how Disney’s gifted filmmakers crafted the very first
animated feature.
• The One That Started It All - This featurette reveals how Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs forever changed the world of movies and the world at large.

MUSIC & MORE
• “Someday My Prince Will Come” – Music video by Tiffany Thornton

FAMILY PLAY (GAMES & ACTIVITIES)
• What Do You See? – To win this exciting interactive game, players must untangle scrambled images.
• Jewel Jumble – Players put jewels from the Dwarfs’ mine in the proper order to win this game.

DVD Bonus Features
• Audio Commentary with Walt Disney, hosted by John Canemaker
• “The Princess and the Frog” Sneak Peek
• Snow White Returns - Newly discovered storyboards suggest a brand new Snow White featurette that never got made. For the first time, current Disney animators show how this short story would have played.
• The One That Started It All - This featurette reveals how Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs forever changed the world of movies and the world at large.
• “Someday My Prince Will Come” – Music video by Tiffany Thornton
• Dopey’s Wild Mine Ride – An interactive set-top game for the whole family
• Animation Voice Talent
• Disney Through The Decades – A series of video segments with celebrity hosts
• “Heigh-Ho” Karaoke Sing-Along
• Dylan & Cole Sprouse: Blu-ray™ Is Suite!
• Learn How To Take Your Favorite Movies On The Go

Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs has been unavailable in any form, since 2001. The film earned a 1939 honorary Academy Award® for “significant screen innovation which has charmed millions, and pioneered a great new entertainment field." And now, Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs Blu-ray becomes the ultimate home entertainment experience with state-of-the-art picture restoration and a pristine 7.1 Digital Theater System Hi-Def Surround Sound.

Bonus: In celebration of SNOW WHITE AND THE SEVEN DWARFS: DIAMOND EDITION being released for the first time ever as a Blu-ray combo pack with DVD copy on October 6th, Kirstie Kelly for Disney’s Fairy Tale Weddings has created a Snow White-inspired wedding gown that is sweet and demure with rouched chiffon, tulle inlays with beading and pleated satin. The new dress will be unveiled at New York’s upcoming Bridal Fashion Week, but BRIDES.COM has an exclusive sneak peek!

About Disney’s New Blu-ray™ Diamond Collection: The new Blu-ray™ Diamond Collection represents The Walt Disney Studio’s most prestigious animated classics. The Blu-ray Diamond Edition Discs will be comprised of 14 of Walt Disney’s most treasured animated classic titles to be released through 2016. These titles represent the highest level of picture and sound, feature groundbreaking, state-of-the-art immersive bonus content, and include unprecedented levels of interactivity, personalization and customization, only made possible by Blu-ray technology.

This post was written for the One2One Network and for Click Communications who provided the CDs for review and giveaway. I was not compensated in any way except for the complimentary product.

2009 Holiday Barbie Doll

Parentswithstyle@gmail.com (Shanda Bauman) — Sat, 10 Oct 2009 23:44:00 +0000

2009 HOLIDAY Barbie Doll 'Tis the season to shine in a shimmering pale pink and golden
lame gown with an artfully wrapped bodice and sparkling tulle. Magnificent chandelier earrings complete the look.
2009 holiday Barbie

What little girl wouldn't want to add this beautiful Barbie to her Christmas list. I have always loved Barbie...nowadays there are so many dolls that I just don't want Nevaeh playing with. Barbie is a fabulous doll that has been around forever. We love playing Barbie's and the look on Nevaeh's face when she saw this one was priceless. Check out Shop.com this season to purchase your very own Holiday Barbie.

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The world never sleeps.

Parentswithstyle@gmail.com (Shanda Bauman) — Sat, 10 Oct 2009 23:21:00 +0000

The world never sleeps.

Oh Yes, She does!! Our little punkin is taking a nap on Mommies legs. I love these moments.

YOU'VE GOT TO SEE THE CUTEST BABY BOOTIES!

Parentswithstyle@gmail.com (Shanda Bauman) — Tue, 06 Oct 2009 16:31:00 +0000

WOW! Are these adorable boots for kids or what? I love them! If you haven't heard about these great booties then you need to check out Stonz! You are not going to believe all the great styles they offer. These great boots are ideal for 0-3 year olds and a they have adjustable toggles at the clak and ankle. The toggles make it easy to slide over the pant leg to keep your baby warm....no cold air up the pant leg with these. They are wind and water resistant to protect your childs skin while out in the cold elements. The fleece lining on the inside keeps their feet warm and dry. I can't forget to mention that the soles are skid resisitant....so they won't slip around while walking.

These are great...I was so excited when we received these since they are perfect for my son Korbyns feet...he has really long feet. (They fit perfectly) Anyways, I had to show my girlfriends and they couldn't stop talking about them...we all got on the Stonz site and started picking out the styles that we want to order. Love them.

Here is a bit more detail about them!

Infant and toddler booties- ages newborn to 3 years
Adjustable toggle at calf and ankle for custom fit
They go on easily and won't fall off
Designed with patterns on their nylon shell
Fleece lined inside for warmth
Water and wind resistant
Soft waterproof, skid resistant soles
Functional, innovative and stylish
Made in Canada with highest quality
Machine wash and dry
Great in all seasons; can be used as a primary footwear or as a shell and layered inside for greater warmth
Can be worn with or without socks, or with slippers, fleece stockings, leather footwear, whatever you feel is required for wherever it is you are going
From newborns to walkers, Indoors and outdoors, in all seasons, easy on and stay on-- they are the most versatile bootie you've ever seen!

I always like to tell our readers about the great minds behind this great product!

In their words!

Stonz was started in 2004 by two moms named Tracey Von Dehn and Lisa Will. Tracey has three children, now aged 3, 6, & 8. Lisa has two children, one 21 months and the other 4 years of age. Both Lisa and Tracey have in common their love of spending time outside, regardless of the weather, and being active with their children. They also had in common their inability to find really warm children's footwear that stayed on their feet.
When Tracey's youngest was in his first year, Tracey made the first version of the bootie after not successfully finding something warm that stayed-on. It meant her son could now enjoy the outdoors for a longer period of time and his feet were kept warm. The family was able to spend a lot of time doing what they enjoyed; backpacking, stroller walks, biking and camping. She made a second pair for her daughter and another for her third child, now with his own designer's collection of booties.
During a trip to Whistler Lisa was searching for warm footwear for her son he could not take off easily, who at the time was only 8 months of age. Lisa had looked everywhere and found nothing for her young child's feet. In the end she resorted to wrapping her son's feet in fleece scarves during a backpack excursion. Tracey mentioned the booties she'd made and Lisa could not wait to see them. The fleece-lined booties looked to be exactly what Lisa had been looking for. They were fabulous!
After standing in the village for almost two hours making plans that would change the course of their lives they decided to start a company together. Stonz was born. It would be a company specializing in creating innovative quality kid's gear that was both functional and stylish. With Lisa's business background and her incredible enthusiasm coupled with Tracey's innovative and creative design talent, they formed the ideal partnership. We hope you will enjoy our products as much as we have. The time we spend with our children is precious to us. The more comfortable we can make them the happier we all will be.
Well, all of us at Parents with Style...want to give a big shout out to Stonz for making such a wonderful product! Thank you! check out their site at www.Stonz.ca.

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Parentswithstyle@gmail.com (Shanda Bauman) — Tue, 06 Oct 2009 00:15:00 +0000

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TACO RACK a must have in every household!

Parentswithstyle@gmail.com (Shanda Bauman) — Mon, 05 Oct 2009 20:45:00 +0000

So I just made a short video on our new TACO RACK...it rules! Please ignore my stove once again...Electrolux still has not sent me my new one! LOL! Anyways, the Taco Rack is the only way to serve tacos at my house. So simple and your tacos will actually be hot when you sit down to eat them. Nevaeh my daughter said, "these are the best tacos!" So you know if Nevaeh likes it, you will love it.

Another great part about this rack system, it is in-expensive and at $19.99 anyone can afford it. And most people set $20.00 limits for gift ex-changes over the Holidays. THIS IS PERFECT FOR THAT! Well, we love this system and it stores easily in the door and washes with ease also.

Step 1
Toasting the Shells
Assemble the Taco Rack/s & stand them on a flat baking surface.
Simply lay taco shells into the rack and place into oven.
Follow cooking instructions printed on your taco shell box.

Step 2
Adding Prepared Meats
Remove toasted shells from oven and spoon in your choice of meat filling with ease.
These are ground beef tacos, but ground chicken or turkey, shredded chicken or steak all work perfectly with the system and will taste delicious too.

Step 3
Topping With Cheeses
Top tacos with cheeses and return entire tray to oven. Leave in oven until cheese has melted.
Melting the cheese is what insures you will get a perfectly prepared hot crisp taco the first and every time.

Step 4
Garnishing the Tacos
Remove hot tacos from oven & top with assorted garnishes.
Serve tray directly to the table, perfect tacos ready to eat.
You control entire cooking and assembly process from start to finish.

Got DOH? Playdoh that is!

Parentswithstyle@gmail.com (Shanda Bauman) — Mon, 05 Oct 2009 14:45:00 +0000

Love this Playdoh storage set! We can bring this anywhere in the house and it keeps everything so nice and neat. Our daughter loves her Playdoh case and wants to bring it everywhere. It is too large to travel with but is one of the best Playdoh kits we have received.

This case holds a lot of Playdoh tools and doh. The top/lid of it has the little molds inbedded in it and gives a nice playing surface for all your Playdoh needs.

This is a great gift to give and priced at $29.99 is a great deal!

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Details:

• This activity-filled table comes with more than 45 accessories for plenty of open-ended imaginative play• 4-picture activity mat encourages kids to mold meals, make faces, decorate a party scene and more• Easy cleanup and convenient storage features• Makes a great gift for encouraging creativity• For ages 3 yrs. and up. We give this a thumbs up! :)