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June 4, 2014 · 9:38 am

Disney Movies Anywhere Introduces PIXAR SUMMER MOVIES TO GO!!!

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Soak up summer with Pixar Summer Movies To Go exclusively on Disney Movies Anywhere, the free app that lets you stream and download Disney, Pixar and Marvel films anywhere. Beginning June 3, log on for new Pixar surprises coming each week throughout 13 weeks of summer.

With Pixar Summer Movies To Go, a different fan favorite film will be available each week and you can unlock exclusive bonus content like special filmmaker introductions, film trivia and more Pixar surprises!  Additionally, in the Discover section of the Disney Movies Anywhere app you’ll find “Countdown to Pixar’s Ultimate Movie-Making Secrets.”

 

Rev up your digital movie collection starting with Cars on June 3. Check in each week to find out what movie is featured, and you’ll soon be whizzing through outer space with Wall•E, floating on the breeze with Up, trying to catch your toys in action while watching Toy Story, and catching the East Australian Current with Dory in Finding Nemo.

Perfect for vacations and summer travel; download the free Disney Movies Anywhere app on your iPhone or iPad and gear up for Pixar Summer Movies To Go to get summer started right.  And for a limited time, when you download Disney Movies Anywhere and link your iTunes account, you’ll get The Incredibles for free.  Find out more about buying, watching, and collecting your favorite Disney, Pixar and Marvel movies anywhere and download the App at http://di.sn/sX8

ABOUT DISNEY MOVIES ANYWHERE (DMA):  Disney Movies Anywhere (DMA) is a cloud-based digital movie service that offers a hassle-free way for consumers to buy, watch, and manage Disney digital content across platforms and iOS devices via the easy-to-use DMA app for iPhone, iPad and iPod touch or at DisneyMoviesAnywhere.com.  A DMA-eligible digital title purchased from iTunes or redeemed in DMA will be accessible in a user’s DMA locker. There are currently over 400 films from Disney’s rich history available for streaming and download, including Disney Branded Animation, Disney Live-Action, Pixar, and Marvel titles, along with exclusive, original content. For more information or to redeem Digital Copy codes to build your library and earn Disney Movie Rewards for digital purchases, visit www.disneymoviesanywhere.com.

 


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March 1, 2014 · 10:03 pm

HOLSTER Grande Pill Box Review!!!

Disclosure: I got this product as part of an advertorial.

If you need to carry prescription medication or supplements with you, then you will really love the HOLSTER grande pill box.  A larger version of the HOLSTER pill box, this is for people who carry a larger number of pills or large size pills.Sabi Pill Holder Sabi Pill Holder 1

The HOLSTER grande will allow you to carry what you need in style.  The HOLSTER grande has three compartments that include a secret compartment under the cap and two compartments in the slide out cartridge.  The HOLSTER grande pill box is convenient and clips to anything – a bag, a briefcase, a pocket – so that pills of all sorts, from prescription drugs and vitamins to aspirin and sleeping pills, can be accessed quickly, easily, and shamelessly – on flights, on the road, or at a trendy little café.

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I received this pill box for review and can tell you it is unlike any pill box I have every seen.  Sleek and stylish this container has all the room you need for supplements, vitamins or prescription medication.  Perfect for travel or to use everyday!  The cartridge snaps in securely so you know your medication is safe.  If you need a pill box with room and style, check out the HOLSTER grande!  Purchase Sabi’s HOLSTER grande pill box at Amazon.com.

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 I received one or more of the products mentioned above for free using Tomoson.com. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers.

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December 21, 2013 · 9:20 pm

ChicoBag, Nomad Tote In Brittany Blue Review & Giveaway!!! #HolidayGiftGuide

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Are you traveling this holiday season?  If you are and you have kids, you know for sure you will have a lot to pack.  Have you ever been on a vacation where you discover you need to buy extra luggage or bags to cart all the souvenirs or hauls from shopping you did while there?  I know because this happens to me all the time!  Wouldn’t it be nice to be prepared for that?

The Nomad Tote is such a great life saver for times like that because it can be stored so compactly in its own storage bag when not needed and takes up no room at all.  They’re great to have in the car, in your purse, to pack with you on trips and will act as a safety net.  Forget your beach bag?  Not a problem, with the Nomad, it’s there in a flash to hold everything you need.  It’s also machine washable so you don’t have to stress about a little dirt which is inevitable with kids.  Whether you pack it full for a weekend getaway, a trip to the gym, an outing at the farmer’s market or just pack it compactly for just-in-case, the Nomad Tote will not let you down!

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This large bag fits comfortably over your shoulder and has 3 exterior pockets and an interior zippered pocket.  Mommy Ramblings thinks the Nomad Tote makes a great gift this holiday season so we are adding it to our 2013 Holiday Gift Guide. 

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ChicoBag is sponsoring a giveaway on Mommy Ramblings!  One lucky blog reader will win a Nomad Tote in Brittany Blue!  Thank you ChicoBag for the review tote and for sponsoring this great giveaway on Mommy Ramblings!!!  Open to US residents.

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December 18, 2013 · 11:16 pm

Holiday Travel Essential Package For Baby Giveaway With Tortle & 2 Red Hens Diaper Bag!!!

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Did you know that 1 out of 2 babies develop flat head syndrome and that it is totally preventable?  A pediatrician developed a product called Tortle,  this lightweight baby beanie can prevent flat head and even treat babies who have developed flat head.  Target.com will carry three Tortle designs; Blue Elephant, Pink Flowers and Solid White.  The Tortle beanies are available in medium and large sizes at a suggested retail price of $19.99.  You can follow Tortle on Facebook, Twitter and Pinterest to stay up to date with all the latest product news.

Developed by Dr. Jane Scott, a Board Certified Pediatrician and Neonatologist, the Tortle beanie is an FDA-cleared patented Class 1 medical device that promotes proper head and neck movement which is essential for appropriate development.  Tortle helps prevent and treat early stages of flat head syndrome: plagiocephaly (the flattening of the baby’s skull) & torticollis (unbalanced neck muscles). Tortle works by gently deflecting a baby’s head from side to side when they are sitting or lying on the back of their head.  The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends regular head repositioning of babies younger than six months.

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The incidence of Plagiocephaly and Torticollis (or Flathead syndrome) has increased to epidemic proportions since 1992 with more than a million babies being diagnosed with the condition each year in the U.S. alone.  This is due to their lack of movement and the amount of time infants spend on their back (the safest place for them to be).  If left untreated, there can be long-standing problems.  Treatment is frequently expensive and can be somewhat uncomfortable for a baby.  Plagiocephaly and Torticollis are almost 100% preventable with repositioning and Tortle makes this safe and easy.  It is recommended that all newborns wear a Tortle for the first 6 months of life to support healthy development.

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 Dr. Scott, whose specialty is Pediatrics and Neonatology, is recognized as an expert in the areas of Plagiocephaly and Torticollis.  In her nearly 30 years as a practicing physician, Dr. Scott has counseled and educated hundreds of parents to help prevent as well as treat the many problems associated with Flathead Syndrome.  Dr. Jane’s mission is to prevent Flathead Syndrome-an epidemic affecting the babies across the world. Please visit tortle.com for more information.

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Traveling with baby is a breeze with the 2 Red Hens Studio Rooster Diaper Bags!   These custom designed bags give mom all the style and sass she had before baby, and all the functionality she needs now that her precious little one has arrived.

Features include:

•             Interior zipper pocket, bottle holder and 2 elastic pockets

•             Convertible stroller straps

•             Attached key fob

•             Magnetic snap and button closure for easy access

•             Extra long changing pad in 2 Red Hens signature red dot pattern.

 

Available in 5 custom designed, vintage-inspired patterns:

•             Chevron Stripes, Grey Damask, Peacock Mum, Pink Lemonade and Owl Dots

Recommended retail: $50

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Based in Denver, Colorado, the 2 Red Hens Studio collection of Vintage Chic Inspired Items for Modern Mamas include diaper bags, the Toy Nanny, Shopping Cart Nests, and a range of accessory items. Limited edition handcrafted one-of-a-kind diaper bags and dolls are also offered. For more information visit 2 Red Hens.com. Follow 2 Red Hens on Facebook, Twitter and YouTube and  visit their blog.

 

Tortle and 2 Red Hens are sponsoring a giveaway on Mommy Ramblings!  One lucky blog reader will win a Tortle and 2 Red Hens Rooster Diaper Bag in their choice of style!  The value of this giveaway prize packages is $69.99!  Thanks to Tortle and 2 Red Hens for sponsoring this great giveaway on Mommy Ramblings!!!  Open to US and Canadian residents.

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June 19, 2013 · 11:41 am

New York City,Classic Harbor Line, Statue of Liberty Cruise and Discount Code!!!

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Dedicated to helping locals and visitors alike enjoy the unique wonders of New York City, Classic Harbor Line hopes for the privilege of escorting you on a relaxing, inspiring and breathtaking sightseeing cruise through the waters we proudly call home. Our classic yachts – the Schooner Adirondack & Adirondack III and the Schooner America 2.0 (our sailboats), and the Luxury Yacht Manhattan (our motorized yacht) are reminiscent of the classic boats that cruised New York Harbor a hundred years ago. Mommy Rambling’s Readers receive $10 off each ticket purchased at www.sail-nyc.com using ONLINE promo code FAMILY10.  I hope you get to take advantage of this great offer.

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February 14, 2012 · 11:18 am

ChasingTreasure.com, Fine Leather Travel Jewelry Clutch Case Review & Giveaway!!!

We have been reviewing quite a few pieces of jewelry with more to come.  When traveling you want to keep your jewelry secure and safe and I recently had the chance to review a leather travel jewelry clutch case from ChasingTreasure.com.  This fine leather travel jewelry clutch is styled to make a statement, with its lovely wrap-around straps softly dangling. Features removable snap-in zippered pouch for your traveling convenience, three separate zippered compartments for necklaces, chains and bracelets; a stud earring organizer and a snap-top ring holder. The quality of this clutch is top notch and I love the hot pink color, makes it very easy to find in your suitcase or carry on bag.  The leather is very soft and there is a lot of attention paid to detail.  If you are looking for something to neatly hold your jewelry when traveling, this little clutch has you covered.  Chasing Treasure has a wide selection of jewelry boxes, jewelry boxes for women and travel jewelry cases.

Facts & Features:

  • Genuine Leather – your choice of four colors
  • Wrap-around straps
  • Removable snap-in zippered pouch for your traveling convenience
  • Three separate zippered compartments for necklaces, chains and bracelets; a stud earring organizer and a snap-top ring holder.
  • Your choice of 4 colors: black, soft beige, hot pink and tan.
  • Fully lined

ChasingTreasure.com is sponsoring a giveaway on Mommy Ramblings.  One lucky blog reader will win their own hot pink leather travel jewelry clutch.  Thank you Chasing Treasure for the review clutch and for sponsoring this great giveaway on Mommy Ramblings.  Open to US residents.

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June 29, 2011 · 1:41 pm

Tender Corporation EASY CARE® FIRST AID KIT, Kids Afterbite & Naturapel Review & Give-Away!!!

Well, Summer is here and that means lots of outdoor activities and traveling.  We never want to think of anyone getting hurt or sick when we think of our summer plans, but it is something we need to be prepared for.  Having a good first aid kit when camping, hiking, and traveling is a must.  Tender Corporation sent me their Easy Care First Aid Kit to review.  This great kit is light, easy to pack and comes in a soft sided zippered case.

The Easy Care® First Aid Kit organizes first aid by injury complete with EZ Care® bi-lingual instructions inside each injury compartment. Easy Care® First Aid Kits are equipped with premium hospital quality instruments. There’s no faster, more efficient way to treat common ailments or even life-threatening emergencies that can happen at home or on the road.

Tender Corporation also send me some of their other products to take a look at.  They sent  AfterBite Kids, Natrapel DEET FREE Insect Repellent 8 Hr. Wipes and a Trauma Pak.

AfterBite® Kids is a non-stinging cream that provides soothing relief from the pain, itching and swelling of insect bites and stings. AfterBite® Kids contains baking soda, aloe vera and tea tree oil to soothe and moisturize the skin. Now you can treat even the most over-scratched bug bites without fear of painful stinging. A trusted family favorite because it works!

It’s about time – a DEET-free insect repellent that really works! Natrapel 8-hour provides 8+ hours of protection from biting insects and ticks, thanks to its CDC-recommended 20% Picaridin formula. Unlike ineffective DEET alternatives, Picaridin is the only formula that consistently shows equal or better performance than DEET in independent, clinical tests. Even better, Natrapel 8-hour is completely safe on gear and will not melt jackets, fishing line, and other synthetic materials. Individually wrapped wipes let you control the amount and location of repellent to apply.

QuikClot® Home delivers the most widely used and effective “over the counter” hemostatic agent to your first aid kit. Simply remove from the package, apply to the wound using pressure, and stop the bleeding fast. QuikClot® Home is ideal for the house, yard or shop – the perfect size for scalp lacerations or bleeding where a bandage is not enough.

Thanks to the Tender Corporation for the review samples and for providing products for a give-away on Mommy Ramblings!!!  One lucky blog reader will receive their own First Aid Kit, Afterbite Kids and Natrapel DEET Free Insect Repellent Wipes.

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1. Like Mommy Ramblings on Facebook and leave me a comment here that you did.

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April 1, 2011 · 12:59 am

Bumkins Waterproof SuperBib Review!!!

So today, I received two Bumkins Waterproof SuperBibs to review.  I immediately noticed the patterns and I just loved them.  The owls, which are extremely popular right now, are so cute.  The space bear theme, really popped and it was immediately chosen by Ethan as his.  The green mom in me loves they have no PVC, no Phthalates, vinyl , no BPA and are lead safe.  The catch all pocket is great for crumbs and drips.  The fabric is waterproof on both sides and resists most stains.  They are machine washable and have a Velcro neck closure.

We decided to christen these bibs with tomato sauce.

After they were done, I simply wiped the bibs down and we were ready to go.

I am very impressed with these bibs and they will definitely be coming with us on our vacation.  It will be super easy to just wipe the bibs down instead of carting around soiled bibs that need to be laundered.  Please visit the Bumkins Website and take a look at all the available patterns and sizes.  www.bumkins.com

 


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March 30, 2011 · 6:42 pm

Classic Lunch & Go™ Heated Lunch Tote Review & Coupon Code For My Blog Readers.

I was very excited to be chosen to review the Classic Lunch & Go Heated Lunch Tote (www.warmandtote.com).  This versatile tote can be used hot or cold.  I like the fact that it allows me to keep food warm while we are traveling.  I am able to keep a couple of grilled cheese sandwiches warm for the kids even if they want to eat them 3 hours after we hit the road.  With 2 toddlers this is really great, plus if you are on the road for a trip you can keep food warm from a lunch stop and they can eat it later.  It is also great for keeping food cold so no matter the menu, you can keep lunch fresh.  Another thing I love is the adjustable strap it easily can be slung over my shoulder and feels secure, leaving my hands free for the multitude of other things I need to carry.  The 10″ by 8″ roomy soft sided bag allows me to pack a variety of foods very easily.  Keep a hot hero hot and a cold sub cold.

This tote is great to pack a childs lunch in school.  They can have a hot healthy lunch from home that will be nice and warm hours later.  This allows us to make healthy food that our kids will eat.  The tote comes with 1 reusable turbo heat pack that lasts for 5 hours hot and 8-10 hours cold.  The heat pack is heated in the microwave or cooled in the freezer.

 

Take a look at their website-www.warmandtote.com- to see the variety of great products they carry like:

The Pre-School Bundle

The Husky Lunch & Go

 

Warm & Tote is providing a coupon code for any order my blog readers place-Use 20% Coupon Code “MommyRamblings”

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March 28, 2011 · 2:18 am

Vacation Rentals vs Hotels, My Views on the Matter.

You may notice a theme here because I am in vacation-planning mode.  When Jimi is competing in Atlanta, at the USAPL Masters Nationals we will be staying at the Atlanta Sheraton, since that is where the meet is taking place. We will only be staying there for 2 days.  After that, we are driving down to spend a week on the gulf, in Dunedin, Florida.  We were scouring internet sites like Expedia  looking for hotels.   I will tell you, that has always been our choice for vacation lodging.  I have heard here and there, from friends, who stayed in a vacation rental, but really knew nothing about it and never ventured into learning more.  However, this time we just could not find a hotel where we wanted to stay, that had the atomosphere we wanted, so I took the plunge and started searching for vacation rentals.  I found that what I pulled up was great and that the reviews were that family after family loved this type of lodging. Most families said they would never stay in a hotel again.

Some of the things that are different between hotels and vacation rentals are that hotels are usually owned by a corporation and vacation rentals are  owned by families for the most part.  The owners of the vacation rentals tend to be very attentive to their guests and will really work to make your stay enjoyable. Often, the owners will communicate a great deal with the guests beforehand, finding out about their family and providing things that will make their stay more enjoyable. The owners for instance will be happy to tell you, they have sand toys, highchairs, cribs, etc to help families out by not having to pack those things.  Staying at vacation rentals is  supporting the mom and pop businesses and feeling more like extended family then just a reservation.  Another perk of vacation rentals is that they are usually pet friendly and most hotels are not, so this is great for families taking beloved Fido and Fifi along.  There is often much more square footage with a vacation rental than a hotel.  This is great for big families or it can allow friends to split the costs.  Most vacation rentals have multiple bedrooms, living area, full kitchen, patio or deck and a yard.  Often the rentals have bbq grills, bikes, boats, fishing gear, and even perks like sunset cruises depending where you are staying and what the climate is.

Vacation rentals vary in price and can be more expensive than hotels, but given the perks and the fact that the extra space can allow families to split the cost, helps to make it manageable.  Each rental will vary on what they supply and you have to understand that some require you bring your own linens, towels and cleaning supplies but many will provide all of that.  In addition, most vacation rentals have on site laundry so that really is convenient, especially when traveling with kiddies.  If your vacation rental is near a state park or beach, most rentals will include a season pass to those attractions so that comes in very handy.  Some vacation rentals will charge a cleaning fee and other do not.  Like any type of lodging you need to do your research and read lots of reviews.   Do internet searches and just don’t rely on reviews on the owner’s site.  If you do your homework, then you can make the decision which will work best for your family.  We booked with a vacation rental and I will be taking you along every step of the way, in the hope I can enlighten the novice as to what vacation rentals are like.  If you are a savvy vacation renter then be sure and post your tips here.


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