Kitchens are a classic toy for toddlers up through young school aged children. Just like the adults, children at a play date congregate around the kitchen. With the Step2 Fresh Market Kitchen (Step2.com – $200), there is room for several children to play side-by-side or engage in imaginative games of grocery shopping and cooking with friends…
Blog + Philanthropy = Bloganthropy
Can bloggers help build a better world? We say, “Yes!”
Bloganthropy.org combines the power of social media with the resources of corporate giving. Its goal is to connect companies and bloggers in order to address societal needs.
We know companies are eager to connect with bloggers. And we know bloggers are excited to get involved with genuine campaigns that allow them to use their talents and influence to make a difference.
Help Baby Jaeli
It takes an Internet Village.
Baby Jaeli, has a rare genetic condition and will not tolerate formula. Her mom is breastfeeding and pumping but it is not enough. What baby Jaeli needs is time and calories and that is what donated breastmilk will give her.
But her mom’s state Medicaid will not cover the banked breastmilk and Jaeli’s mom was faced with the heartbreaking possibility that her baby might starve…
Frigidaire Finale
Thank you for coming along with me as I’ve tested out the new Gallery Collection from Frigidaire. Remember that you can also win Frigidaire appliances and earn a $1 donation for Save the Children by pledging to Make Time for Change…
Baby Sleeps Safely and Soundly with the Halo SleepSack Swaddle
The Halo SleepSack Swaddle is the Cadillac of swaddlers. It’s lusciously soft, and it’s designed to not only help your baby sleep better by preventing the “moro” (startle) reflex, but also to reduce the risk of SIDS. And it’s so simple to use, even a sleep-deprived parent of a newborn can put it on swiftly and easily.
It’s well-known that immobilizing the arms of your infant by swaddling them helps them sleep better–but that’s sometimes easier said than done…
Tweet Your Trip and You Could Win, Too
Do you have dreams of being a jet setter? In my younger, pre-kids days, my husband and I were budget travelers but last month I got the chance to go big and stay in a luxury hotel in Lisbon, Portugal, courtesy of Voyage.TV. Voyage.TV provides informative programming about luxury travel.
Home, Home on the Range
The last of the sweet suite of Frigidaire appliances I received distinguishes itself with its intuitive features. Actually, this is two appliances: the Range and the mounted Microwave. Like the rest of the Gallery appliances, the range and microwave look sharp. Even more importantly, they have a large number of time-saving and convenient options.
Reach Out and Read
Since Deb and I are involved in education, we like to support educational charities. Literacy is especially important since it provides the foundation for lifelong learning.
As soon as I heard about Reach Out and Read, I knew I wanted to get involved…
What Else is in My Frigidaire Refrigerator? A BIG Heart!
Frigidaire promises that their appliances will give you back more “me” time. Even better, let’s make that some “we” time.
Jennifer Garner, Frigidaire celebrity spokesperson (and awesome mom, despite having totally stolen the name Violet from me), are teaming up in support of Save the Children.
Old Navy Fall Giveaway
Old Navy is one of my favorite stores for fashionable yet bargain-priced clothing. When I was pregnant, I relied on Old Navy’s affordable maternity jeans, t-shirts and sweaters. The Old Navy team contacted Mamanista with a special giveaway for our readers.
