tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13799259933727329102011-07-07T16:35:02.301-04:00Trying to be the best mama I can be...in so many random ways.Mission of mamahoodhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04880141392445689682noreply@blogger.comBlogger511100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1379925993372732910.post-25697199778057418532009-09-03T17:58:00.001-04:002009-09-03T18:53:25.023-04:00

Some people have asked me lately about the products we use on Munchkin. I definitely try to research and find products that are as safe and natural as possible. Since she also has very dry skin and eczema, we also consider that when making our decisions.Some of our favorites:Aubrey Organics Natural Baby and Kids Soap - we bought this on a whim when we ran out of our regular shampoo. At first,

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It has been a quiet few weeks here on my blog because our real life has just been a little, well, crazy! On a sad note, just a few weeks after writing this tribute to our dog Jasmine, we had to make the difficult decision to put her to sleep. Of course this has been a difficult time for our family as we're adjusting to a new empty spot in our hearts and home. But we do have fond memories of our

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I've shared before about recipes and cookbooks that I love, so I thought I would dedicate an entire post to some of my favorite food and recipe sites.  Fortunately, Mr. T and I both enjoy cooking and trying out new recipes! Photo: Minted Grape Couscous from Foodie Reflections, discovered at TasteSpotting. One of my newest obsessions is TasteSpotting, a "community driven visual potluck".  Yum!

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So have I ever mentioned before that I love winning things? No?? Never?Well, one of the best things about entering blog giveaways is that the chances are good and you can actually win cool stuff!So, announcing my two most recent wins (yay!):- a $25 gift certificate to Passion Spice from Your Mama Reviews. Woo-hoo - sexy nursing bras finally! and- a $50 gift certificate to Tiny Prints from

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...Abby! Congrats, Abby, for winning the Sweet Pea Central Giveaway! Abby gets her choice of a personalized "funsie", charming tutu, or sweet set of headbands from Sweet Pea Central!And if you didn't win but still want one of Evyn's great products, check out her newly-stocked special sale opening up this Friday! If you don't see exactly what you like, send her an e-mail. I sent her a picture of

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As you probably know, I'm not a corporation. I'm not an attorney. I'm not a PR specialist. I'm not a sponsored writer. I'm just a mom. Wife. Person. Sometimes a teacher. Sometimes a librarian. I love to read. I love to write. I love to connect online. So I thought I would start a blog. Only natural, right? What a time to enter the blogging world! It turns out that mommy bloggers

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I just wanted to write a quick post to highlight some good articles and blog posts I've found. And, to remind everyone to make sure you enter the giveaway for the a personalized onesie, tutu, or set of headbands from Evyn at Sweetpeacentral before it ends tonight! I have one of her personalized "funsies" and I love it. As soon as I think up something creative to say I will have to order

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I must admit to having a little guilt after my "It's Not Easy Being Green" post. I try, try, try to be green and make good choices, but it isn't always easy! I'm certainly not always a poster child for green living. Then I read Mom Confessions: Eco Edition at Eco Child's Play and I thought I would join in with a few confessions of my own. You know, assuage my non-green guilt a little. So here

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Before we were blessed to be the parents of our Munchkin, we were the "parents" of several furry creatures, big and small. And when I say big, I mean, well, big.Meet Jasmine, our "petite" great dane that we adopted five years ago from the Great Dane Rescue, Inc. She was six years old at the time, still young and spritely! As many childless couples do, we spoiled her and loved her like our own

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Some of you might remember this post that I wrote called Couponing 101. It has been a pretty popular post, so if you haven't read it you might want to check it out. Hopefully it has saved you some money! I just came across another "Couponing 101" series from the Grocery Price Blog, who also features a big price comparison database for several large grocery chains! I found some good coupon tips

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As many of you know, I'm fairly new to the blogging world. There is so much to learn! It seems like I could spend hours a day just researching all of the widgets and gadgets and whatnots that are out there. Not to mention actually coming up with posts to write about! I feel like I have so many interests and different things to write about that it is hard to narrow it down. Which leaves me afraid

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It seems like it should be easier than ever to go green, right? Everywhere you turn, there are new products joining the green team. Even big name companies are joining in the movement, like the Nature's Source products from S.C. Johnson that I featured in two giveaways. Normally this would be a good thing. Several years ago, when I first started my attempts to be more green, it was so

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I decided to jump in and try the new(ish) MckLinky Blog Hop!  This week's theme is to post your favorite recipe or dish.  I have a lot of favorite recipes, so I narrowed it down to one that we've been using pretty often lately, thanks to our freezer full of fresh pork.  It really is an autumn dish, a perfect warming meal for crisp nights, but we just discovered it and have made it several times

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Congrats to Julie - she was selected by random.org as the winner of the area rug giveaway from CSN rugs!Julie - check your e-mail for more information.Thanks to everyone who entered, and don't forget to enter the giveaway for your choice of a personalized onesie, tutu, or set of headbands from Sweet Pea Central (who still has some great deals going on, by the way)!

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Like many parents, the arrival of our little munchkin caused Mr. T and I to really consider the food we are serving and eating every day. Not a big surprise, since Americans are one of the populations that buy the most "diet" foods in the world. And yet we are also one of the least healthy - overweight and dealing with nationwide problems of cancer, diabetes, and heart disease. Mr. T and I have

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And by babe, I mean the diaper-wearing, milk-suckling, goo-goo babbling, eight-month-old type.You know, the ones who decide in rush hour traffic in an unfamiliar city that they MUSTGETOUTOFTHISCARSEATRIGHTNOW!!!!!!Yep, the kind that are simply happy to stare at the parade of trucks at a gas station in the middle of nowhere while you frantically try to clean up after their latest diaper

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Yay! We have some winners! Three, in fact!Random.org has picked the following winners of a free bottle of Nature's Source Cleaner:Cherryblossoms, Debbie, and Nicole!Congrats!! Check your e-mail and get back to me within 48 hours to receive your prize!And, don't forget to enter our current giveaways!Free area rug from CSN rugs - ends July 18thYour choice of a personalized onesie, custom tutu, or

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It's time for Top Ten Tuesday! This week is all about breastfeeding...and specifically all of the things I wish I had BEFORE I started my nursing attempt.Now, many breastfeeding advocates will tell you that all that you need to start breastfeeding your newborn is simply a baby, and well, a breast or two. And although that is technically true, there are some things out there that will make it

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Just some random things I've learned recently and thought I should share!- Organic produce codes - you know how all produce has a 4-digit price look-up (PLU) code that you can use to ring up the price at the register? Well, if you've noticed, some produce has a 5-digit code. What does that extra digit in front mean? Well, if it is a 9, it means that it is organic! So a regular banana has the

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Happy 4th of July!I hope this holiday finds you and your family enjoying a multitude of fireworks, hot dogs, parades, sprinklers, and all of the other fun of a hot summer holiday! I know that our family will be enjoying ourselves and basking in our freedom, and thinking of those troops that help keep it safe for all of us.

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I know, I know, I've blogged about swagbucks before, but I just had to share it again! Not only have I just cashed in for ANOTHER amazon gift card WOO-HOO, but I also wanted to share that now you can turn in your swagbucks for money deposited right into your paypal account!What is swagbucks? It is a search engine, just like google, yahoo, etc. In fact, it actually utilizes both google.com and

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Wow - another giveaway! This one is courtesy of Evyn at Sweet Pea Central who also has a BIG sale going on with new items here! Evyn is a crafty mama who makes darling headbands, hair clips, tutus, personalized "funsies" and more!Several months ago I bought several headbands for Munchkin from Sweet Pea Central. I wanted to match two specific dresses and couldn't quite find exactly what I wanted.

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Have you heard of gDiapers? They were created as a hybrid diaper between cloth and disposable. They have a washable cloth exterior and a flushable, disposable liner, so you get the best of both worlds!If you're interested in trying the gDiapers, now you can get a sweet deal on their "everyday g's six-pack", which includes three pairs of great orange and three pairs of genuine vanilla bean little

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I am so excited to have the opportunity to give one of YOU a fantastic area rug from CSN Rugs!Like many first-time parents-to-be, Mr. T and I spent many hours last summer planning and choosing all of the perfect furnishings for our little munchkin-to-be's nursery. I loved looking around, finding my favorite color schemes, bedding, furniture, and all of those other little details that are such a

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I love hosting giveaways - and am about to host some fun new ones!But when I'm not hosting my own, I'm usually peeking around the blogging world and entering everyone else's giveaways. Here are some of my current favorites:Pedoodles shoes at Natural MommieNaturepedic crib cover at Feisty, Frugal, and FabulousPiggy Paint All Natural Nail Polish at A Simple Kinda Life

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I'm excited to offer another giveaway for free bottles of Nature's Source cleaners!This time, I will be giving away a free bottle to THREE readers! That's right - three winners this time!We all want a clean house, and we want it as easy as possible, right? Unfortunately, I think most of us are becoming increasingly aware of the dangers that we may face from toxic chemicals, including the health

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There are so many cloth diapers, and so many opinions out there! I've been researching cloth diapers for a while and it seems that the more I search, the more options and opinions I find! So, what is your favorite diaper, and why?I'm hoping to try a Gro Baby cloth diaper - it has organic cotton, and grows with baby. So far munchkin has been a disposable girl (much to my unhappiness), but I think

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Want a free two-year subscription to Parents magazine, no strings attached, no credit card needed? Go over to A Frugal Friend where she's posted where to find this great deal!And, if you're a natural mama like me, you know how much thought it takes to select a safe, quality teether for your babe. And if you're like me, you will be delighted to find these adorable wooden teethers at Little Sapling

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Since I've started trying to save money with coupons, I've discovered a wealth of information on the internet. If you're new to the world of couponing, here are some links to get you started. I'll warn you - it is addictive! In the past week or so I've had some great coupon shopping:- double coupon days at Kmart, where my total was originally $90 and went down to $37 after coupons- CVS deals

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Peke Moe - baby sleep sacks: Peke Moe - the swaddle weaning sleep sack!Our munchkin loves her swaddle. LOVES her swaddle. So much that at almost eight months old she refuses to sleep without it. Despite all of our efforts to "transition" her away from it. Hey - I can't blame her too much - I usually sleep in pj pants with pockets and wake up with my hands tucked in at night!But there comes a time

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Hmmmm...soap nuts. Is anyone else intrigued by these? Anyone tried them and recommend them?I was delighted when I recently discovered the blog at Passionate Homemaking because she offers some great recipes and ideas for living naturally on a budget. And of course I was even more excited to see her new giveaway for soap nuts. If you've been wondering about using soap nuts, this is a great

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Check out these new coupons for some of your favorite organic brands!Annie's, Stonyfield, Happy Baby, Newman's Own, and more!

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One of my favorite online resources for purchasing mp3's is through Amazon. The payment and downloads are easy, and once I've downloaded the music I can use it whenever and wherever I want - no need to update the license or wait for it to expire.Plus, you can often find FREE mp3's to download and sample, and what is better than free music?Right now, check out Music for Children by the Gotham Wind

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I have been a little distracted from blogging by the Great Cloth Diaper Hunt. I love a good scavenger hunt, and this one has been quite the challenge! One of my favorite things about it (aside from the thrill of the hunt and the chance to win a prize) is the opportunity to discover new websites and online stores from other moms. I love the unique offerings, handmade items, and the chance to

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One of my favorite things we've done with Munchkin is to delve into the world of babywearing. What is babywearing? Simply carrying your baby with you using a hands-free carrier. Studies have shown that babies who are worn will cry less, improve their mental and motor skills development, and increase their attachment to their caregivers. Plus it lets parents (and grandparents, babysitters, etc

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Don't forget - Free chocolate Friday!Go to the Mars/M&M site at 9 a.m. every Friday for a coupon for free chocolate!You can register for a weekly coupon up to four times, so head over even if you've registered before.

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If I haven't said it before, I love love love etsy. Great products, great people. I may never be the crafty mama I wish I was, but I can live vicariously through everyone else's storefronts.So of course I was excited when Dee at "Two of a Kind, Working on a Full House" posted her new giveaway for a trio of products from Farmstead Organics. I am drooling over all of the fabulous products that

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Even before I (finally) became a mom, I knew that there would be moments that would take my breath away. And I have not been disappointed.Tonight was one of those times. Mr. T was working late, Munchkin was crabby from TeethThatWillNotComeIn, the house was a mess, and I was worried about paying bills. I did not have high hopes about the evening and found myself desperately craving a glass of

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Gotta love the freebies! Right now, you can join the "Organic Heroes" campaign and get a free subscription to Organic Gardening when you buy one product each from Nature's Path and Organic Valley.For example, buy a box of cereal from Nature's Path and some milk from Organic Valley, and you're set!For an even sweeter deal, use the $2 off coupon or one of the coupons from Organic Valley's website.

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Like so many of you, I would love more ways to earn money from home. I love being a SAHM but could use a little boost as a WAHM (that's a "Stay at home mom" and "Work at home mom" for all of you newbies out there).So my current mission is to find legit ways to earn money from the computer. No, so far I haven't found anything to make big bucks sitting in my pj's typing on the computer. But I

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For those of you who really know me, I know you're not surprised when I say that I've been considering a switch to cloth diapers. In fact you're probably surprised that I haven't done it already. But after getting such a sweet deal on 7th generation diapers through our Amazon registry last year, we're still in the land of landfill stuffing.I've really been looking into the CD options out there,

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My first adventure of CVSing has been a bust! Why didn't anyone warn me about how everything would be sold out? After spending hours researching online, printing and cutting coupons, scouring the weekly ad, and organizing my list, I headed off to our local CVS. Munchkin was peacefully asleep for the night, Mr. T was cleaning up the kitchen, and I headed off full of excitement and ready to see

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I've already got the banner here on my blog, but I wanted to give a special note just for swagbucks. It is so easy - use their search engine just like you would with google or yahoo, and randomly win bucks that you can spend for mp3 downloads, amazon gc's, etc. I'm about to get my first $5 amazon gift card, and I know some people who have made over $800! Woohoo! Go swagbucks!A tip - right

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If you're here for my giveaway, welcome! I wanted to pass along another blog contest at A Frugal Friend: Paper Shouts BRIDE WARS DVD Giveaway. Check it out!

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I have several online friends that are always bragging about their amazing scores at CVS, where they stockpile all kinds of random stuff (toothpaste, wart remover, you know) at obscenely low prices. I think this week I am finally ready to foray into the mysterious world of CVSing.The reason for my excitement to start this week? This deal on mouthwash from the The Natural Dentist (thanks Money

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I've been an avid reader of MckMama's blog for a while. She somehow manages to capture the harrowing details of dealing with her baby's struggle with a heart condition while at the same time adding a touch of humor and light in her posts.In her latest news, she and baby Stellan are home from their extended hospital stay....if you haven't already heard, catch the details here.

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What better way to start off a brand new blog than a giveaway! I was inspired after reading a post about Heavenly Homemaker's Springtime Giveaway Carnival. She has a lot of giveaways posted!I am a member of bzzagent, where basically you get to try new products if you share them with your friends. In my last campaign I got to try the new Nature's Source cleaners from SC Johnson. Being a natural,

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Lately the talk around our house has been all about the pigs. And no, not because of the swine flu. My husband Mr.T has somehow become a meat broker between our local farmers and about 15 random friends and family members. One advantage to our big move to the country has been access to lots of local farmers for veggies, fruits, and meat. And Mr. T has been taking full advantage of it all,

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My husband read my last (and first!) post with interest, then suggested I point out that before I am a wife and mother, I am first a "me". How profound. But who am I, if not a series of labels regarding how I relate to everyone else?

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Welcome to my little corner of the world. I suppose I should introduce myself...I am a wife and new stay-at-home mommy aspiring to be a work-at-home mommy. I love deal-seeking, natural living, baby cuddling, and blog reading, which leads me to my own new blog. Pull up a chair and stay for a bit...I'll try to make it worth your while!

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