The Baby Dipper Review & Giveaway

All parents are proud when their child first learns to self feed. Seeing our little one's master the process of getting food from the bowl to their mouths brings a smile to our faces. But letting our child self feed can sometimes be a bit messy.

Many toddler bowls and plates can easily be moved around by the child or are cumbersome to hold while we're trying to get our child's attention for just one more bite. And what happens when your child refuses to eat unless they can do it themselves? This was my dilemma so I was happy to have the chance to review The Baby Dipper.

ABOUT

Barbara Schantz is mom of twin girls (1 set) and twins boys (1 set), who faced the daunting task of feeding them. Barbara investigated, bought and tested many sets of feeding bowls but found she needed a bowl that required only one hand to successfully feed a baby. This mom's frustration led her to design the Baby Dipper.

• Contoured interior guides food to spoon
• Spoon fits in lower corner of bowl
• Non-slip base helps prevent sliding
• Transparent sides allow easy viewing of food
• BPA-free,lead-free, and phthalate-free
  

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MY REVIEW

When The Baby Dipper bowl arrived I started trying to see what made it different from other children's feeding bowls. But before I could fully inspect everything my son insisted on "reviewing" the bowl for me. So I sat him down and let him "review" with dessert. As I watched him "review" the bowl I noticed the rubber base on the bottom of the bowl. This rubber base kept it from sliding around and allowed me to feeding my son with one hand. My other hand was free to play with a toy, keep a napkin handy or help my son as he tried to self feed.

I noticed the transparency of the bowl helped me to see how well my son was eating. The bowl is also sloped so spooning out the last little bits were made easier. Over all I was very impressed with the design and my son had no problem "reviewing" the Baby Dipper bowl... as you can see in the video. :)

Would you like a Baby Dipper bowl to help your child self feed?

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Winner will be selected by random.org on or shortly after Feb 12, 2010. Giveaway entry must be completed before extra entries will count.

Winner will be contacted by email and must respond within 48 hours or a new winner will be selected. Open to residents of the U.S. with a valid street address.

Winners of previous giveaways sponsored by Baby Dipper, LLC are ineligible to win this and other future giveaways sponsored by Baby Dipper, LLC.

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Please note: Sample product was sent for review purposes only. No other compensation was provided.

The Backyardigans & Baseball Blast Game Giveaway CLOSED

Would you like a game for your preschooler that provides them with a fun and encouraging way to learn about teamwork. Of course you would so here's a giveaway!

ABOUT
Nickelodeon's popular animated series for pre-school children comes to gamers with 24 musically themed mini-games in The Backyardigans. Players join in as their imaginations turn them into crime-fighting superheroes, adventurous treasure hunters, and trash-collecting astronauts. The mini-games are optimized for the DS control scheme, letting young gamers tap and scribble on the touch screen and speak into the microphone, and the game features all the real voice actors from the TV series.
Platform: Nintendo DS
ESRB Rating: Everyone

ABOUT
Baseball Blast! is the official game of family fun night for Wii™! The whole family will enjoy more than 20 action-packed, baseball-themed mini-games, hosted by “Mr. Baseball” legend Bob Uecker and packed with your favorite stars of Major League Baseball®. Step up to the plate and have a blast playing Pitcher Perfect, Dodge Ball, Bumper Base, Galaxy Ball, Slide!Slide! and many more, all using the Wii Remote.
Platform:Nintendo Wii
ESRB Rating: Everyone

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EA Sports Naughty or Nice Goody Bag Giveaway CLOSED

Have you been naughty or nice this year? Either way you deserve a prize!

ABOUT
Wouldn't it be cool to have your own EA sports bookbag that came filled with t-shirt from the Left 4 Dead 2 game and a snow globe you can insert a photo into? Well Im having a giveaway for that exact prize pack.

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Mattel Electronic Toss Across Game Giveaway CLOSED

Who doesn't love Tic Tac Toe? Now you can take your games to a next level!

ABOUT
Electronic TOSS ACROSS Game: Inspired by the classic game of Tic-Tac-Toe, with a twist—the Xs and Os switch back and forth in this new electronic version with lights and sounds. Includes 9 games designed for 1-3 players including matching games, darts and the ability to play on the floor or the wall.

Product Features

• Inspired by the classic game of Tic-Tac-Toe
• New electronic version with lights and sounds
• 9 games designed for 1-3 players. Including matching games, darts and the ability to play on the floor or the wall
  

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Leapster Disney Princess & The Frog Game Giveaway

Tiana and Prince Naveen have been turned into frogs. Help them safely navigate New Orleans and the Bayou so they can return to human form and be married! Get swept away by this American fairy tale based on the Disney animated film The Princess and the Frog!

ABOUT
Features expanded play for the Leapster 2 system, so Leapster 2 players can connect online for extra games, activities, and rewards, and parents can connect online to the LeapFrog Learning Path to see what their child is playing and learning.

Teaches: Number and letter recognition, Counting, Logic and reasoning skills, Music
Ages: 4 Years to 7 Years

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Breastfeeding with Bravado DVD Giveaway CLOSED

A few weeks ago I was invited to attend the Bravado Breastfeeding Information Council(BBIC) launch event here in New York City. Alot of breastfeeding information was shared based on survey answers from more than 80,000 nursing women.

In an upcoming blog I'll share more about the information discussed at the BBIC NYC launch so look out for that. But to high light some of the topics discussed

• Where do women find breastfeeding support
  
• How do women manage nursing when in public
  
• How do women stay committed to nursing after they return to work
  

The topic of finding breast feeding support was very interesting to me. I didn't think I'd have any problems since my mother and grandmother breastfeed. Yet when it was my turn to breastfeed, I had the emotional support but ironically I didn't have the technically support. It wasn't as easy as they said. So I had to read books, watch DVD's and speak with a lactation consultant about "how" to technically breastfeed.

It’s funny: there’s this notion that once baby is born, that breastfeeding will be natural and totally effortless. And while it is natural, it’s also learned – just like anything else that you’re doing for the first time. And while it can be effortless, there can also be challenges. And in this case, you and your baby are BOTH doing it for the first time, together. - Breastfeeding with Bravado DVD

So I'm having a giveaway for moms who would like some "technically" help. LOL. I'll pick 10 winners for the DVD

ABOUT THE DVD

In the Breastfeeding with Bravado DVD, you can watch a mom actually breastfeed and listen to experts who have seen breastfeeding issues. You'll get the information you need to feel great about breastfeeding for your baby, and for yourself. In this essential and entertaining 25 minutes, you will get real advice. Some of what you'll learn:

• How to get a good latch by watching a new mom, and listening to International Board Certified Lactation Consultant Heather Kelly
• Get the answers to those questions you've been wondering about, from a doctor (like, can you have a drink while breastfeeding? what about medications?)
• The health benefits for you and baby and tip from real moms who have been through it
  

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Holly & Hal Moose Holiday Build a Bear Giveaway CLOSED

Last month "Holly and Hal Moose: Our Uplifting Christmas Adventure," an animated TV special, debuted on ABC Family starting a new tradition of holiday classic for families everywhere to enjoy.

The stars of the show are Holly and Hal Moose, an adorable brother and sister team who go on an adventure to save Christmas and learned that dreams do come true.

I was invited to the premier screening of the movie at the Build-A-Bear Workshop and also to meet Holly and Hal in person. Sadly my son and I couldn't make it. The very nice people at Build-A-Bear sent us complimentary Holly and Hal Moose DVD Movie and stuffed animal so we can still enjoy Holly and Hal for the holidays. I think my son impressed them during our last visit to the Workshop!

Both Holly and Hal arrived fully dressed in their Winter Adventure Outfits. I'm loving Holly's fashion sense cause she's rocking her winter jacket, hat and UGG boots. As for Hal, he adds the holiday cheer when your press his hand and the lights on his antler light up. Would you like a Holly and Hal Moose for your family?

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(1) Required Entry: Visit Build-A-Bear and then leave a comment telling me what's another cool holiday outfit for Holly and Hal? Be sure to leave your contact info. Comment must be made on or before 11:59 p.m. Dec 10, 2009.

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PlaySkool Mr. Potato Head Giveaway CLOSED

Mr. Potato Head has been, and is, one of the classic nostalgic toys remembered by so many people young and old. From the earliest playsets of the 1950's, to the 50th anniversary limited editions of 2002, there is something about this potato that appeals to nearly everyone.

The classic, face-changing friend for kids! Comes with lots of accessories for mix-and-match play. (Store extra accessories in a compartment built into the potato body!) Ages: 2 & Up

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Winner will be contacted by email and must respond within 48 hours or a new winner will be selected. Open to residents of the U.S. with a valid street address.

Jillian Michaels Fitness Ultimatum 2010 Wii Giveaway CLOSED

Sorry but this giveaway is being closed early due to an error on my part. This item is no longer available for a giveaway

Want to start getting back in shape? Start off the new year with a bang. Building on the success of her first videogame, star fitness trainer Jillian returns to Wii with a new and improved fast-paced, high-intensity workout in Jillian Michaels' Fitness Ultimatum 2010 for Wii.

Set on a rugged, Pacific jungle island, players will enter a Hell Week-style boot camp. Game includes more accurate motion tracking and a calendar system enabling the user to program routines on a period of up to 6 months.

Product Features

• Cardio Training: Swing Kicks, Obliques, Jumping Jacks, Hip Twists, Water Pump, Running, Bicycle
• Strength Training: Push-Ups, Crunches, Pelvic Thrust, Side Planks, Side Lunges, Sledge Swing, Back Kick w/ Shoulder Press, Boat Pose, Lunge Kick
• Most exercises enhanced for Balance Board
  

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Winner will be contacted by email and must respond within 48 hours or a new winner will be selected. Open to residents of the U.S. with a valid street address.

Oxo Good Grips Spreader Giveaway CLOSED

Do you need a great tool to spread jams, jellies, butter cream cheese and more? This spreader is the perfect companion for your favorite toppings.

The wide, curved blade provides a large spreading surface. The hand-finished stainless steel blade is sturdy and durable. The soft, non-slip handle keeps your hand comfortable and absorbs pressure. Dimensions: 9"L × 1"W/ Care: Dishwasher safe

Product Features

• Soft, oversize nonslip handle absorbs pressure
• Wide, curved blade great for spreading toppings over large surfaces
• Hand-finished stainless-steel blade
• Safe to use in dishwasher
  

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Winner will be contacted by email and must respond within 48 hours or a new winner will be selected. Open to residents of the U.S. with a valid street address.

Stop & Shop Gift Card Giveaway CLOSED

After learning how I can simplify the holidays from Stop & Shop, I wanted to help you save...so I'm doing a giveaway for a Stop and Shop $100 gift card.

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Winner will be contacted by email and must respond within 48 hours or a new winner will be selected. Open to residents of the U.S. with a valid street address.

SproutBaby Food Review Contest and Giveaway CLOSED

Like any parent I want my child to eat healthy from the start. A while ago I introduced organic baby food to my sons diet. It said going organic is not only healthy but has long term benefits. What parent isn't interested in that.

When a review opportunity for SproutBaby was offered I applied. While my son was currently eating another brand of organic food I know that not all organic baby food is the same. Also I was curious about that pouch packing the SproutBaby uses versus the glass bottles from other brands.

Sprout Foods, Inc. has a strong commitment to the environment and as such has made the decision to introduce its initial baby food products in a pouch-type packaging. The objective of Sprout Foods in using pouch packaging is to reduce waste, and in addition, to reduce energy consumption in the manufacturing and transportation of our products. Recyclability is just one of the many factors that must be considered in addressing the total impact of our packaging on the environment. - SproutBaby Pouch Packaging and the Environment

MY REVIEW

First, the pouch idea is really convenient. I can pack more then one in my baby bag and not worry that if the bag drops that the glass will break and empty baby food over everything. Second, I like that the baby food is a good portion per container. I also like that the food had nice texture and was fresh tasting. Yes I ate some of it. How else can I do a good review? =)

But the real reviewer was my son. After I inspected everything to satisfaction then I fed him some. He quiet enjoyed it and soon the food was gone. I should mention that SproutBaby sent me a good selection of fruit and veggies to sample which my son ate and enjoyed. We were happy with this review and now we want to make you happy :)

Did you know that SproutBaby is celebrating their 1st birthday with a contest where you get a opportunity to win $2,500?! To enter, you can simply make a purchase at www.sproutbaby.com between October 15, 2009 and December 15, 2009 and you'll be automatically entered to win.

Every completed purchase is a new entry into the drawing, so visit as many times as you like! If you like, you can also enter without making a purchase.

For more information about the promotion and how to enter, please review the promotion Official Rules. Void where prohibited.

But wait there's more. Of course I'm having a giveaway for (3) pks of SproutBaby! The flavors are Sweet Peas, Oatmeal with Roasted Cinnamon Applesauce and Sweet Baby Carrots, Apples & Mango

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Winner will be selected by random.org on or shortly after Nov 9, 2009. Giveaway entry must be completed before extra entries will count.

Winner will be contacted by email and must respond within 48 hours or a new winner will be selected. Open to residents of the U.S. with a valid street address.

Yo Gabba Gabba! U.S. Tour : A Party In My City & Music CD Giveaway CLOSED

W!LDBRAIN, the award-winning animation and entertainment company and S2BN Entertainment are proud to announce the launch of YO GABBA GABBA! LIVE: THERE’S A PARTY IN MY CITY, the first live U.S. touring show for the hit children’s program Yo Gabba Gabba!.

The show will feature DJ Lance Rock, and everyone’s favorite cast of characters– Brobee (the little green one), Foofa (the pink flower bubble), Muno (the red Cyclops), Plex (the magic robot), and Toodee (the blue cat-dragon) as well as lots of surprise guests.

Tickets for the first Yo Gabba Gabba! U.S. tour, YO GABBA GABBA! LIVE: THERE’S A PARTY IN MY CITY, went on sale on Friday, October 9 and resulted in immediate sell-outs in Los Angeles and New York. W!LDBRAIN and tour producer S2BN added additional shows in both markets. Tickets for newly added shows go on sale immediately. New dates and times include the Shrine Expo Hall in Los Angeles on Sunday, November 15 at 11am and 3pm and in New York, the Beacon Theatre on Saturday, November 21 at 5 pm.

YO GABBA GABBA! LIVE: THERE’S A PARTY IN MY CITY, will kick-off in Los Angeles on November 14 and will head from LA to New York and Chicago. Tickets are available via ticketmaster.com and YoGabbaGabba.com. Children under one year of age will be admitted free to sit on a parent’s lap.

YO GABBA GABBA! LIVE: THERE’S A PARTY IN MY CITY
*Recently Added
Los Angeles, CA @ Shrine Expo Hall
Saturday, November 14, 2009 11AM and 3PM
*Sunday, November 15, 2009 11AM and 3PM

New York, NY @ Beacon Theatre
Saturday, November 21, 2009 11AM – 2PM – *5 PM

Chicago, IL @ Rosemont Theatre
Saturday, December 5, 2009 11AM and 3PM


The tour comes on the heels of the first YO GABBA GABBA! CD release YO GABBA GABBA! MUSIC IS AWESOME, hitting the shelves nationwide on October 20

YO GABBA GABBA!: MUSIC IS AWESOME! features the Yo Gabba Gabba! signature mix of eclectic musical genres that will keep parents, preschoolers and fans on their feet throughout the generous 21-song set.

YO GABBA GABBA!: MUSIC IS AWESOME! Track listing:

1. YO GABBA GABBA! Theme
2. YO GABBA GABBA! - Party In My Tummy
3. THE SHINS - It’s Okay, Try Again
4. YO GABBA GABBA! - I Like To Dance
5. MONEY MARK - Robo Dancing
6. YO GABBA GABBA! - Get The Sillies Out
7. BIZ MARKIE - Biz’s Beat Of The Day #1
8. CHROMEO - Nice ‘N’ Clean
9. YO GABBA GABBA! - Try It, You’ll Like It
10. THE ROOTS - Lovely, Love My Family
11. YO GABBA GABBA! - Don’t Be Afraid
12. I’M FROM BARCELONA - Just Because It’s Different Doesn’t Mean Scary
13. YO GABBA GABBA! - Bubbles
14. OF MONTREAL - Brush Brush Brush
15. YO GABBA GABBA! - Nice & Easy
16. THE LITTLE ONES - Hey, Won’t Somebody Come And Play
17. WEIRD SCIENCE - Go Crazy Remix
18. YO DAZZLERS - You Can’t Always Get What You Want
19. MARK KOZELEK - Bedtime Lullaby
20. YO GABBA GABBA! - Goodbye Song
21. YO GABBA GABBA! Closing THEME
    

MUSIC IS AWESOME! will be available on CD at Target, Toys R Us, Wal-Mart, Best Buy, Barnes & Noble, Borders, and independent music retailers nationwide and for pre-order on Amazon . The Compilation will also be available digitally on all music services on October 20, 2009. A deluxe edition with bonus tracks is now available for pre-order at iTunes .


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Testing the Ice Book & Prize Pack Giveaway CLOSED

I recently reviewed and fell in love with the book Testing The Ice: A True Story About Jackie Robinson and wanted to share info about this book and a giveaway offer. You can watch this video of Sharon Robinson and Kadir Nelson as they talk more about the book.

ABOUT THE BOOK

Testing The Ice: A True Story About Jackie Robinson - In the early 1950s, legendary baseball hero Jackie Robinson literally "tested the ice" for his kids who so eagerly wanted to skate on the frozen lake near their home. Under Sharon Robinson's skillful authorship and Kadir Nelson's vivid illustrations, TESTING THE ICE also becomes a stunning metaphor for her father's remarkable racial breakthrough.

MY REVIEW

Since I'm always looking for positive stories and images of black people I was amazed by Kadir Nelson's illustrations. You can see the power and beauty in each story panel. The close-ups portriats of Robinson and family were so detailed and warm you felt that you were right in the story hearing him.

In an first-person narrative, Sharon Robinson tells this story from her childhood mixing family lore with civil rights history. Sharon and her two brothers and their new neighborhood friends enjoy swimming and boating on the lake on their property. When the youngsters play inside the Robinsons’ house, they get Jackie talking about his historic career.

Oh the kids...so sweet and attentive. I like that a range of colortones were represnted by the kids. I can't be 100% sure but one of them might even have been blasian!

This book is a great family book to read with children young and older since it teaches them a part of history without being text book boring. Many families will want to have a book like this to keep in the family to pass on to younger generations.

Want one of your very own? Win the mommyfactor giveaway!

One (1) main winner will receive a TESTING THE ICE prize pack!

- (1) Kidorable Hat, Glove & Scarf set (random styles)
- (1) Testing the Ice hardcover Book

Four (4) additional winners will receive

- (1) Testing the Ice hardcover book each

Prizing Values:

The grand prize pack is valued at $52.99
The books are valued at $16.99 each
Books can also be found on Amazon: Testing The Ice: A True Story About Jackie Robinson (Amazon)


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If Your Kid Eats This Book Giveaway CLOSED

As an Emergency Room pediatrician, Dr. Lara Zibners has seen it all. She's cared for a portion of the 25 million children in the U.S. who are taken to the ER each year-and she knows that more than 50% of these visits may be unnecessary.

This book focuses on the truly important questions, like how to keep your child from electrocuting themselves in the first place. Not every child has a pediatrician with specialized emergency room experience living in her home. But this book just might be the next best thing.

ABOUT THE BOOK

If Your Kid Eats This Book, Everything Will Still Be Okay - shows parents when they may need to take action, and when they might be able to just go back to bed and call their doctor in the morning. With sections such as "In the Diaper" and "His Noggin and the Nervous System," Dr. Zibners covers every part of the body and offers sound advice (for example, did you know that oil is the best remedy for dissolving superglue between body parts?), all while maintaining a lively and often hilarious tone.

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Smart Mama's Green Guide Book Giveaway CLOSED

Parents often feel overwhelmed and defenseless against a never-ending recall list of toys and baby products. With environmental exposures being closely linked to 70 percent of birth defects, new parents are turning to organic products.

But they quickly find they don't have the time to practice a completely green or natural lifestyle. Thankfully someone has done the research.

ABOUT THE BOOK

Smart Mama's Green Guide: Simple Steps to Reduce Your Child's Toxic Chemical Exposure - delivers the information busy parents want and the tools to make informed, individual choices without the demand to go all-out green. Packed with practical tips on eliminating or reducing the hidden dangers of toxic chemicals that lurk everywhere, this book will empower readers to control what comes into their homes and make informed decisions instead of relying on government regulation of harmful chemicals.

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The Blackberry Diaries Review & Giveaway CLOSED

A few weeks back I posted about being a techie mom and wondered how technology would fit into my life as my son grows. Well, after reading this book and interviewing the author Kathy Buckworth, an award winning writer, television personality and public speaker, I found some interesting answers.

ABOUT THE BOOK

The BlackBerry Diaries: Adventures in Modern Motherhood is a no-holds-barred trip through the wacky world of toddlers and technology. Kathy takes the reader through a year-long blog account of life with her new BlackBerry and how, as a Mississauga, Ont.-based mother of four, her two worlds — technology and children — collide.

The relationship between a BlackBerry and its owner is not unlike that of a mother and her newborn baby, says Kathy in her book. Her book is about the joys and drawbacks of owning a smart-phone, mixed with musings about parenthood.

MY REVIEW

The BlackBerry Diaries is a great book filled with great advice, personal mommy stories and most of all humor. As mom we so need some humor in our lives! This is an easy to read book since it's made up of blog posts. Each entry is filled with a witty but personal thought, story or words of advice on a range of parenting issues. There's even a section about husbands and fathers and how they compare to a Blackberry.

I liked this book so much that I’m doing a giveaway for 5 books so other moms...techie or not...can get a chance to read and enjoy.

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Law of Connection Book Giveaway CLOSED

With everything happening along the digital communication highway, some people might feel they’re losing the art of communicate. Learning the art of communicate is a skill many people wish they could improve. Maybe at work, at home or within a community setting you feel you said one thing but the person you talking to understood something totally different.

Shucks I know it’s happened to me quite a few times so I’m excited to offer the book "Law of Connection" by Michael Losier in this giveaway. This giveaway will have 3 winners.

ABOUT THE BOOK

In Law of Connection, Michael J. Losier gives you the key to successful communication. Using the principles of Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP), you will soon master the few simple skills needed to create better understanding with people in every aspect of your life.

With tips, tools, exercises, and scripts to guide you, you will discover:

• the three conditions for connecting
• techniques for calibrating your conversations
• four easy methods for effective communication
• tips for creating positive rapport in all kinds of situations
• a special section for teachers, trainers, and anyone who makes group presentations.
  

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WAT-AAH Review and Back to School Giveaway

With the summertime hot weather comes the need to stay hydrated. Whether old or young, drinking enough water to keep your system flowing properly is always important...more so during this season.

A while back I read about WAT-AAH, a new line of premium water that aims to help combat obesity by offering a healthy drink alternative for kids and teens. WAT-AAH claims to be 100% free of artificial colors, additives and sugar. Helping kids get healthy and away from sugary drinks is so important to this company that they’ve launched a WAT-AAH challenge so people can test them out and see the difference. Well, even though I’m not a kid or teen, I’m still always up for a challenge =)

MY REVIEW

Even though the graphics, bottle design and advertising are aimed to captivate kids I admit being impressed with the bottle design and the bright colors. Each type of water was dressed up with its own color and mini descriptions

WAT-AAH! Body - pure spring water containing NO sodium, NO chemicals, and absolutely NO sugar!

WAT-AAH! Brain - contains a blend of ultra purified water and kid-friendly electrolytes!

WAT-AAH! Bones - contains the inclusion of bone-building magnesium!

WAT-AAH! Energy - contains a fresh burst of energizing oxygen!

After admiring the bottle I took the taste test. Hmm. That’s strange I thought to myself, this tastes like plain water to me. Maybe I have to keep drinking it to "get" it. So I went thru the next few days with my own personal bottles of WAT-AAH waiting for the "taste" to kick in.

Well as I came down to my last bottle I finally got "it". I was so used to sugary or enhanced water that I was looking for that "taste". But the only taste that comes from WATAAH is one that is clear, crisp and refreshing. As an adult I enjoyed drinking water and I hope your kids will also.

Guess what? The Mommy Factor and WAT-AAH want to make sure your kids stay hydrated as they return back to school so we’re hosting a cool giveaway! In this giveaway we’ll send 1 lucky reader a WAT-AAH! Backpack filled w/ fun back-to-school goodies (pencils, erasers, stickers, etc) Along w/ WAT-AAH! samples as well!

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Smelly Washer Machine Cleaner Review and Giveaway CLOSED

While surfing around I've seen many reviews about Smelly Washer and wondered about the truth to their claim to "remove mold odor from any towel or clothing that has picked up bad mildew smell from the washer".

As a mom mold is a great concern since it can cause some serious health issues. So thinking that a Stinky Washing Machine might have mold that can affect my sons clothing as well as mine...worried me. So of course I had to try a bottle of their Washing Machine Cleaner

MY REVIEW

The steps were nice and simple, just add a level cap (1 tablespoon) into the detergent dispenser with no clothing in the washer and allow the washer to complete a hot wash cycle. The result was a machine that not only looked nice and clean but also had an amazing refreshing smell. This of course meant that going forward all clothes washed in the machine would also smell nice and clean. Plus I can worry less about mold odor on my clothes. Woot!

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