Celebrating National Princess Week

At dinner every evening, we go around the table and ask everyone how their day was. My daughter said they talked about what they wanted to be when they grew up. Here is how the conversation went:



Me: "So what did you say you wanted to be?"
SweetPea: "I want to be a princess when I grow up."
Me: "Oh, is that so."
SweetPea: "Yes, because they wear pretty dresses."
Me: "Well, you know to be a princess you have to be really smart and make sure you finish all of our schooling. You need to know how to be a ruler. You also need to be kind to others and make sure you share. You also have to have courage for those times when it can get scary."
SweetPea: "It's a big job being a princess."

It really is. I'm honestly not surprised by my daughter's response. She loves all things princesses. We even had a Disney Princess party when she turned 5.
Did you know this week was National Princess Week?

Sick just got real.™ + $25 Gift Card Giveaway

The video and gift card have been provided by Pfizer Consumer Healthcare. All thoughts and reviews are my own.

When your child is sick you feel helpless. You wish you were the one who was sick because they just don't understand and you just want them to feel better. At least that's how I feel and of course I inevitably get it too, it's the cycle of sickness. My children thankfully haven't been sick very often. But when one gets sick, we all do...
 
 
 
I think the most memorable time was when went on our yearly family vacation a few years ago.

Summer Scientist Bug Catching Kit Giveaway, Ends 5/9

I received complimentary products to provide this post. All opinions are my own.
 
Summer is almost here! That means picnics, baseball games, barbecues and all the fun of enjoying the great outdoors with your family. There’s one thing no one likes about being outdoors, though: mosquitoes! They not only are a nuisance, but they also pose potentially serious health risks. Fortunately, the experts at Orkin study the science of mosquitoes and other pests closely in order to better tailor plans that help keep them out of your home this summer.
 

Are you prepared for mosquito season this year? To help you better prepare yourself and your family to fight the bite, Orkin presents the “Buzzer Beater” app, which features its deep scientific knowledge of mosquitoes. Take the quiz to see if you’re ready to earn your badge in Mosquito Season Prep.

Baby Shower Faves Giveaway, Ends 5/31

We are excited to help announce the second annual Mommy Scene 2016 Spring Baby Shower Faves featuring a wide variety of baby shower gift ideas; mom-favorites, best sellers, and basic must-haves for families! Whether you are a seasoned mom or a brand new mom, these products can help make life easier, more Eco-friendly, and some of them are just plain adorable!
 
2016 Spring Baby Shower Faves - Mommy Scene and Green Scene Mom
 
Check out the Spring Baby Shower Faves full details here ». Many of the "Fave" brands are offering a prize in what's possibly our biggest giveaway of the year! Enter to win one of the FIVE Gift Collections featured below!

Perfect Gift for Mother's Day with 88 Handbags

I received complimentary products to provide this post. All opinions are my own.

Looking for an awesome gift for Mother's Day that won't break the bank?
88 Brand has a collection of bags designed by an expert creative team that works on design for brands worldwide. 88 Handbags are on trend, look great, and work well. Bags that enhance your life by helping you look good while working hard to carry the stuff you need. They are created by optimistic people who love what they do. Bags that work to help you in the wide and varied adventures of your daily life while looking great at the same time.
 
 
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Step2 Spill & Splash Seaway Water Table Giveaway, Ends 5/6


Welcome to the Step2 Spill & Splash Seaway Water Table Giveaway!
Now that the warmer weather has arrived and summer is right around the corner, it is time for some fun in the sun! The Step2 Spill & Splash Seaway Water Table offers a fantastic way for your kiddos to practice their motor skills while having a blast in cool, refreshing water. In addition to the two activity pools and waterfall, kids can enjoy the 11-piece accessory kit toys including cups, figurines with diving board, a dolphin, a fish, a starfish spinner, and a shovel. An umbrella is also included to help shield your little ones from direct sun.

BubbleBum Prize Pack + $75 Visa Gift Card Giveaway, Ends 5/4



Welcome to the BubbleBum Summer Travel Essentials Giveaway!
Summer is just around the corner and that means that many families will be heading out for some family fun. Whether you're hitting the open road or there's air travel on the horizon and you'll be relying on rental cars or taxi cabs once you get to your destination, BubbleBum wants your kids to remain safe while on your adventures.

DIY New Mom Care Package


My sister-in-law is pregnant with her third baby, so I have decided to give her a "New Mom Care Package". My sister made me one with each of my kids and they have been my favorite gift each time, hands down. The great thing about this care package is that it is perfect even for the mom who has everything because these things are going to be needed time and time again. These are also items that go beyond diapers, shampoos, etc. These are items that the mother-to-be may not have thought to put on her registry.

DIY New Mom Care Package
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Traveling Made Easy with gb Pockit Stroller + Chance to WIN!

This post was sponsored by @GBChildUsa as part of a Blog Blast Activation for Influence Central.
 
With my sister-in-law expecting her third baby, we have been exploring baby products again. It is so much fun and there are so many new things each year. Since her baby is due late July/early August, we have been thinking about what will make vacationing with an infant easier since we go on our annual family vacation in September/October during fall break. I recently came across the gb Pockit and we both fell in love instantly.
 
 
Designed for frequent travelers, the gb Pockit Stroller quickly folds into an ultra-compact package shaped like a handbag for simple transport on airplanes and more.

Achieving My Total Wellness Goals with Nature Made

This post was sponsored by Nature Made® as a part of a Blog Blast for Influence Central.

Staying on track with your wellness goals can be hard, especially if you don't see any visible signs or the scale moving. Being a mom can be stressful, but that doesn't mean I don't have non-scale victories that are helping me achieve my total wellness goals. There are many ways that I have noticed that I am working towards my wellness goals. I have noticed that I have increased energy which means I have been able to get more done around the house and exercise more.


 I have also been taking Nature Made VitaMelts Vitamin B12 that I bought at Walmart. Vitamin B12 can help increase energy and Nature Made is the nation’s #1 best-selling brand for quality vitamins, minerals and supplements* to help support nutritional gaps. Walmart was a great place to purchase my Nature Made vitamins because they have everyday low prices and I don't have to wait for a sale.

Bamboo Moby Baby Wrap Giveaway, Ends 5/15

Bamboo Moby Baby Wrap Giveaway

 
Moby is a leader in the baby wearing community. With their soft and easy to use wraps they are many parents first experience with baby wearing. While the length of the wrap can be intimidating when first looked at, its really not that complicated. Check out the very easy tutorials on YouTube and you will be confident in a flash. To read more about the benefits of baby wearing (according to an occupational therapist) click here.

Toddler Have an Unhappy Tummy? Try KABRITA! + Giveaway

I received complimentary products to provide this post. All opinions are my own.

Does your little one suffer from colic, constipation, congestion, digestive discomfort, or eczema related to cow milk sensitivity? KABRITA Goat Milk Formula is made with naturally easy to digest goat milk, which is closer in composition to human milk than cow milk. It moves through the body at about the same rate as breast milk, resulting in less digestive discomfort sometimes caused by the 'churn' of breaking down larger proteins.

 
In addition to being naturally easy to digest, KABRITA Goat Milk formula is non-GMO and has a mild, sweet and fresh taste and smell. It is a safe, effective and nutritious alternative to homemade goat milk formula recipes. Nutritionally enhanced goat milk formula with 22 vitamins and minerals including folic acid, DHA, ARA, and iron. 

Hydrate the Natural Way with E-hydrate

I received complimentary products to provide this post. All opinions are my own.
 
As a mom, I am always looking for natural, healthier choices for my family, but sometimes our options are limited. You know the old saying, "you are what you eat?" Well, it's true. The vitamins, nutrients, and sources of our daily fuel are what your body uses to rebuild itself every day. It's really no wonder why so many people struggle to feel better when they choices are packed with processed sugars, artificial ingredients, and unpronounceable chemicals.



That's why E-hydrate set out to create hydration, nutrition, and energy products that are natural with great tasting, real flavors born in the kitchen, not a laboratory. E-hydrate Protein On-the-Go delivers clean, natural protein with only 150 calories and just 4 grams of sugar per pouch, and E-hydrate Adult and Kids Hydration Drink Mixes may be added to any liquid to deliver essential vitamins, minerals, and more electrolytes than the leading sports drinks, without the sugar and artificial ingredients. Finally, a nutritious way to fuel your busy and active family!

Reasons Why Having a Sibling is Awesome

This post is brought in partnership with Netflix.

I had a brother and sister growing up. It was awesome. Sure we fought, what siblings don't? My brother and I were only 22 months apart, so we fought like cats and dogs. I wouldn't change a thing. I'm so glad my kids have each other. And since today is National Siblings Day, I thought I would share the reasons I think having a sibling is awesome.

 

Spring Clean Naturally with Grab Green + Earth Day Giveaway

I received complimentary products to provide this post. All opinions are my own.

It's that time of year to go through the house and clean EVERYTHING! Spring Cleaning can be a challenge especially if you want to avoid nasty chemicals. Grab Green's innovative, delightfully simple products are healthier, non-toxic, and safer than leading brands, while being effective and scientifically proven to perform. Their eco-responsible formulas are sold in reduced recyclable packaging and convenient, pre-measured packs. They are also suitable for all water temperatures and cycles.
 
 
 Grab Green does not use animal testing, whatsoever, and all of their products are made without dyes, glycols, phosphates, 1,4-dioxane, chlorine, DEA, formaldehyde, caustics, or optical brighteners. Grab Green products are available in fragrance free (perfect for those with allergies) and beautifully balanced fragrances that are handcrafted from essential oils.

Stylish, Comfy Shoes for Kids {See Kai Run Review & Giveaway}

I received complimentary products to provide this post. All opinions are my own.

Easter has come and gone, but the cute Spring styles are here to stay! We were recently contacted by See Kai Run to review some of their super cute shoes and they were perfect for my kid's Easter outfits.
 
 
 
A child’s foot is different than an adult’s foot. Kids’ feet are constantly growing and changing, which is why they study kids’ feet and carefully consider every detail that goes into a shoe. All See Kai Run shoes are proportionally engineered for a child’s foot and designed to promote healthy foot development.

DIY Hairbows + Tutorial

This post contains affiliate links.
 
I have been making Sweet Pea's hair bows for a few years now. I took a break because honestly? She had almost every color and I didn't really need to make one. But I decided to pick it up again since my sister-in-law is pregnant with girl number four and as I was scouring the old links I had pinned on Pinterest, I noticed they no longer existed! How sad! So I wanted something that was easy to pin for all your bow making needs.
 
DIY Hairbow Tutorial
 
Okay so here is a list of what you will need to make these bows.

Showered With LOVE Giveaway Event, $290+ in Prizes, Ends 4/18

Welcome to the Showered with Love Giveaway Event and Hop!

I am so excited to be offering you so many awesome goodies for momma and baby. And please make sure to check out all of these awesome sponsors!
 

Welcome to the [4th Annual] Showered With Love Event hosted by Lindsey Blogs and Viva Veltoro! We all know that April Showers bring May Flowers, but did you know that some of your favorite bloggers have come together throw a huge Shower of our own – a virtual Baby Shower! The Showered with Love Event will run from April 1-15, giving you plenty of time to enter all of the great Baby Shower inspired giveaways, in the linky below, and don’t miss the two amazing Grand Prizes from our hosts!

Winter GSM Award Giveaway, Ends 4/29

 
We are very excited to announce the 2016 Winter Green Scene Mom Awards, celebrating Eco-friendly product design and creative innovation. The Winter GSM Award Winners include many products designed to meet a unique need for families with kids and encourage sustainable lifestyles. Enter to win a collection of prizes sponsored by these awesome brands!

Sweet Jewelry for Girls from Lily Nily {Prize Party Giveaway Hop, Ends 4/13}

I received complimentary products to provide this review. All opinions are my own.

My daughter is very girly. She loves playing dress up in frilly dresses, she loves playing with pretend makeup, and she loves jewelry. This doesn't mean she doesn't likes to throw the ball around with her dad or play cars with her little brother. She is very well rounded.
 
 

I was contacted recently to review an item from Lily Nily who makes quality fashion jewelry for girls. I chose the Charms Dangle Pendant necklace and decided to put it in my daughter's Easter basket. I chose this necklace for my daughter because it features a butterfly, heart and flower charms, which my daughter loves.