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I have been trying different meal subscription box services for almost two years now. I haven't found one that I have wanted to keep buying for little reasons whether it was the price point or the portion sizes or the meals were a little "out there" for our tastes. We love trying different food, but we feel like the recipes shouldn't be overly complicated.

I was recently introduced to EveryPlate and what makes it stand out for the rest first and foremost is it's price point. They provide an unbeatable price of $4.99 per serving and it's delivered right to your doorstep. Here are my 5 reasons to buy a meal subscription box:

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Why is it so important to take probiotic supplements you can trust? Take a look at eight surprising benefits of adding probiotics to your family’s everyday lives thanks to Dr. Ohhira’s. They developed their award-winning, all-natural probiotic line to help support digestive comfort as well as a healthy immune system.

Have you heard of postbiotics? They are metabolites produced by the bacteria during the fermentation process. These probiotic-produced compounds play significant roles in the regulation of health and the maintenance of a healthy microbiome. They are also responsible for regulating your mood, sleep, and nutrient absorption including hard to absorb minerals like calcium. These postbiotics are basically the reason we need probiotics in the first place, and Dr. Ohhira’s provides 3 YEARS' worth of postbiotics in every capsule!

This post is part of a sponsored campaign for Playing Forward. I received compensation for my participation, but my review and opinions are my own.

School has changed quite a bit since I went and I think for the better! They are embracing technology and encouraging our children to learn about their world in a way that will help them with their future endeavors. My children's favorite things to do are to play outside and explore or play on the iPads. Since I know they like their tablets, I try my best to search for quality and educational apps that will peak their interests.


Playing Forward is a transformational technology studio that creates digital experiences that ignite children’s imaginations. According to studies, social emotional development is key to success in school and in life. Playing Forward's name comes from the fact that the company is "playing it forward" to give every child the very best shot at a happy childhood and a successful adulthood. Playing Forward apps are specifically designed to support kids' social-emotional development through entertaining storytelling, movie-quality visual effects, and the use of Augmented Reality.

Dive into the devilish thoughts of Disney’s most masterful villains and become a part of the story . . . for better or for worse, in Disney Villains: The Evilest of Them All.

WANTED: The most evil, wicked, abhorrent, vile villain to ever curse this world . . . or any others. 

I am one of those people that has to write everything down in order to stay organized.


This product was featured in my Back to School Shopping Guide.

Pipsticks+Workman sticker gift line: A new line of 17-month planners with coordinating sticker books and notekeepers that are perfect for mom and tweens/teens who want to keep track of their school work. This is the first planner line where each planner’s interiors (monthly art and stickers) are unique to the theme.

I have been going back and forth about whether I could post this review or not. But I decided I would go ahead and get it out there because I do think this is a great product, it is just one of those cases of not every product works for every person.

When I received the opportunity to try out Smile Brilliant, I was so excited to try it out because I have coffee stains galore and my sister-in-law's wedding was coming up. Smile Brilliant is a complete at home teeth whitening system. 

Crayola is excited to introduce Take Note! – a brand new suite of innovative writing tools designed to make colorful marks - just in time for back to school. Using color for note taking is proven to aid in memory retention and can be helpful for organizing tasks. The Washable Gel Pens feature a quick-dry formula for rich, vibrant color that is streak-free and the Erasable Highlighters’ bright colors will make a bold statement on homework and projects alike. Capture your thoughts, notes and doodles with Crayola Take Note!

Who else is a baby of the 80's and grew up watching Muppet Babies? Since my family has broken up with satellite/cable, we don't get to see many of the new shows that are available from Disney Jr. So when I heard there was a NEW Muppet Babies show, I just had to see what it was all about! My kids received a complimentary copy of "Muppet Babies: Time To Play" since it is coming to DVD August 14th and I am so excited to share a piece of my childhood with them.

Almost 30 years after the Muppet Babies first won the hearts of kids and families around the world, Disney Junior's reimagined "Muppet Babies" chronicles the hilarious playroom antics of a young Kermit the Frog, Piggy, Fozzie Bear, Gonzo and Animal – plus a brand-new Muppet Baby, Summer Penguin. Under the watchful eye of Miss Nanny, the Muppet Babies use their imaginations to embark on countless adventures that take them to the farthest corners of the universe and demonstrate to young viewers the power and potential of imaginative play. Muppet Babies: Time To Play! arrives homes on Disney DVD August 14th.

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I love trying out new products. Although I have do have skin and scalp sensitivities, I am still brave enough to try new brands but the key, in my opinion, is reading labels. And when you can feel good about trying about brand's product because you can understand what is in it, that makes all the difference.

I am pretty particular about the products that I use on my hair. I am still getting use to wavy hair that I started having more and more of since my first pregnancy in 2010. It is so weird how pregnancy can have unexpected side effects, like changing your hair texture. But since it does, I am more cautious with the products I use on my hand while still having to try new ones to find out what works for me. The worst pregnancy/hair side effect that happened to me was more breakage, so I need something that can help improve my hair health overall as well. Desert Essence Anti-Breakage Shampoo & Conditioner smells great and leaves my hair feeling hydrated and light.

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Precious Moments is celebrating Christmas in July with so many wonderful pieces! We love Christmas in our house. I could listen to Christmas all year long! We decorate the house inside and out, top to bottom. We love all the events and soaking up all things that celebrate the season. This year not only do I want to focus more on teaching my children the Christmas story, I also want to sponsor an angel child or two so I can teach my children that it is more important to give.

I love working with Precious Moments and since they are celebrating Christmas in July and since I have always wanted one, I decided to choose the “Countdown To Christmas” Nativity Advent Calendar. With this piece, you can reveal the story of Christmas with this clever Advent calendar which holds a little figurine and a lovely Nativity Story Book poem with a special reading for each day of Advent!

I love subscription boxes. And I have unboxed so many. I love when they are themed with either the season or common things that are happening around that time. Like this box was all about BBQ time!

So, what is Degustabox? Degustabox is an on-line food subscription service that delivers a monthly surprise box containing the latest and best products, from small and big brands alike, to the homes of the consumer: saving time and money. You can cancel anytime.

So what was in the box?

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I like to keep fun stuff around to help my kiddos stay school ready and avoid the summer slide. That why I love having Play Smart activity books around.


Play Smart activity books have been raking in the awards! Early Learning 2+, Early Learning 3+, and School Skills 4+ have been given Family Choice Awards and Early Learning 3+ also won a National Parenting Product Award (NAPPA). "It's a great combination of learning and having fun. This is a fun activity book filled with puzzles, games, and art projects. We especially like the design and the colorful stickers that make the book engaging for early learning. And now Play Smart workbooks is growing! Play Smart Picture Puzzlers (6 new titles) are packed with 64 themed fun-first, adorably illustrated activities, a wipe-clean game board, and more than 80 colorful stickers—value priced at $6.99! Age ranges include 2+, 3+, or 4+.

I am so excited to get the opportunity to share this giveaway with you! I recently had the opportunity to receive a Xtava Infrared Straightener. I have had the same straightener now for over 10 years. It doesn't work very well at all anymore and although I was considering buying a new one, I just hadn't found what I was looking for in at a comfortable price point.

The xtava Pro Satin Infrared flat iron for hair leaves hair shiny and smooth with its 2 inch wide ceramic tourmaline floating plates, 10 temperature settings, universal dual voltage, 60 minute auto shut off function and heat resistant travel hair case. It is a ceramic flat iron with digital display where you can choose from 10 temperature settings on an LCD digital display, ranging from 265 F - 445 F when hair straightening. Not sure which temperature is right for you? Start between 265 F - 300 F for delicate or fine hair types, 300 F - 380 F for normal hair, and 380 F - 445 F for thick or coarse hair types.

I love subscription boxes. And I have unboxed so many. I love when they are themed with either the season or common things that are happening around that time. Like this box was all about getting ready for summer!

So, what is Degustabox? Degustabox is an on-line food subscription service that delivers a monthly surprise box containing the latest and best products, from small and big brands alike, to the homes of the consumer: saving time and money. You can cancel anytime.

So what was in the box?

If you haven't heard of LUVABUB, they are a children's backpacks and accessories brand Launched in 2016. Luvabub strives to create beautiful, high-quality products that both kids and parents love. They also believe that by making great products that are adorably cute and are also durable, environmentally friendly, safe and easy to care for, that they are making the world a happier place. With summer right on the horizon, their cute little backpacks make days at the beach or out exploring that much brighter.

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