Young At Heart Mommy

Managing Motherhood Through Love & Laughter

Baby Shower Registry Must-Haves + Dreft Giveaway

This post and giveaway were made possible by iConnect and Dreft. I was compensated for my participation in this campaign, but all opinions are 100% mine.

Preparing for a little one to arrive is probably one of the most exciting and special moments a new parent can experience. Make sure you’re prepared for their entrance into the world with all of the essentials he or she needs beforehand! 

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Nurturing Self Esteem & Boosting Confidence #DoveInspired

  
In today’s hectic society beauty is widely portrayed by edited photos in magazines, airbrushed models, and unrealistic images of picture perfect celebrities. The media can be harsh and sometimes it sets a bar of very unrealistic standards the younger generation should be striving to be like. Instead of embracing imperfections, young girls can sometimes be discouraged and ashamed of the qualities that make them unique. Growing up isn’t easy and no one said it was. On top of the typical growing pains you have to deal with acne, parents, friends, fitting in, and finding who you are. There’s a heck of a lot going on at this point of time. I remember those days myself! I was always fortunate enough to have a supportive loving family and close group of friends to get me through the bumps in the road. Not every moment was perfect, but now that I look back at those days I have come to realize that they weren’t as bad as I thought. As a teen every downfall is dramatic and the end of the world. Today I am well in my 20’s and nothing has stopped me yet!


 

Surprising Self-Esteem Statistics

    Dove® research shows that it is still important for us to address girls’ anxiety about looks, as there is a universal increase in beauty pressure and a decrease in girls’ confidence as they grow older. Key findings from our latest research include:

    • Only 4% of women around the world consider themselves beautiful (up from 2% in 2004)
    • Only 11% of girls globally are comfortable using the word beautiful to describe themselves
    • 72% of girls feel tremendous pressure to be beautiful
    • 80% of women agree that every woman has something about her that is beautiful but do not see their own beauty
    • More than half (54%) of women globally agree that when it comes to how they look, they are their own worst beauty critic

    Source– Dove Research: The Real Truth About Beauty, Revisited

    I feel it is never too soon to begin talking about self esteem, confidence, and self worth with our daughters. Toodie is approaching four and even at such a young age she loves being encouraged and praised. She thrives off of it and it brings me joy seeing her face light up with a huge smile. Whether she is showing me an artistic painting  or tracing her alphabet, it amazes me how intelligent she is. Each day I make the conscious effort to tell her how special and smart she is. I hope that all of my positive words mold her into a strong independent woman one day.
    Many of us are familiar with the popular Dove® brand and their continuous support for young woman. They are focused on creating top of the line beauty and hair products but also on their commitment to inspire. The Dove® Movement for Self-Esteem encourages girls of all colors, shapes, sizes, and backgrounds to embrace their beauty. Every time you are at the store stocking up on your favorite Dove products, you are contributing to the movement by making a donation. These proceeds go towards inspiring self-esteem programs for young girls everywhere. Dove has already reached more than 9 million girls so far and with all of our help they are determined to reach 15 million by 2015.  
    If you have a little girl, tween, or teen in your life then you may want to consider sparking a conversation sooner than later. Not sure where to begin? Start by downloading The Let’s Talk Toolkit which is a wonderful resource that provides advice from the creator Jess Weiner, Dove Global Self-Esteem Ambassador. Remember to Ask, Share, Listen and Act. This kit will provide you with unintimidating ways to create a natural chat about these topics, making it more comfortable for you and your child. Also, stop by the Dove Facebook page where you will find the Self-Esteem Wall in which you can share your story and commitment to girls’ self-esteem with your friends or family. This is such an important campaign and it is up to us to keep this momentum going.


    Disclosure:  This post has been sponsored by Dove. The information within the post have been provided by the Let’s Talk Campaign. As always, all opinions are my own!

    Back To School Boo-Boos With Band-Aid + GIVEAWAY!

    Every day, kids go out to recess or to physical education classes, where they play games and sports that can result in small cuts or scrapes. It’s better to be prepared and be able to cure small wounds since it’s impossible to prevent all accidents. Since Toodie started school earlier this year, each week she seems to come home with a new scrape from the playground. I usually do the “I’m A First Time Mommy” freak out, but inside I know that she’s a kid and it’s bound to happen. It’s just part of growing up. I’ve learned to have my mommy kit prepared and packed full of everything I need to take care of the re-occurring boo-boo’s.  The one essential item I always make sure to have on me are Band-Aids. I don’t think I can even count how many boxes of Band-Aids we go through each month. I would like to say that Toodie uses them for scratches and scrapes ONLY, but she enjoys wearing them as fashion accessories as well! Band-Aids are an essential back to school item that all parents should have handy in preparation for minor accidents.
    Band-Aids are well known and dependable. They offer many benefits and protect even the smallest injury from becoming infected. By creating air channels for superior breathability, cuts are kept clean and bacteria free helping them to heal quickly. The Band-Aid Flexible Fabric Quiltvent Bandages are made with a unique Memory Weave fabric that moves with you for extra flexibility, better fit, and greater comfort. This means that even when your children are back to being active, the bandage will not fall off or be affected by play. The full width pad adds extra protection for the wound and makes removal gentle.  These are great is you have a child that loves to play outdoors or is constantly moving. The bandage won’t only move with them but it will give the wound that extra cushion. Toodie is always banging up her knees and the Flexible Fabric Bandages do a nice job of making the area more comfortable.

     

    If you’re short on your Band-Aid supply or would love the extra preparation, you can enter below to win boxes of your own. One winner will receive (4) boxes of Band-Aids to keep the boo boos protected during the new school year! 

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    Disclosure: I received the product above  for my consideration and to share my honest opinion and experience. I am under no obligation to post a positive review on them. I will not be compensated for this review. As always, opinion are my own!

    Back to School BOGO Sale at Famous Footwear!

    This is a Sponsored post written by me on behalf of Famous Footwear. All opinions are 100% mine.
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    It’s hard to believe that the Summer is just about gone and it’s time to get the ball rolling with back to school shopping. This time of the year was always the most exciting when I was younger. It wasn’t because I was going back to school, loading up on homework, or cutting down on playtime. It was always all about getting a brand new wardrobe including clothes, accessories, and shoes! 
    Now that my princess is in school it is essential that we have a few durable pairs to send her off in each day. Children are always growing so it is important to have a good pair of what I like to call “school shoes.” These shoes should fit well, be comfortable, and most importantly- be ready to be worked out in the playground! On the search for the perfect shoe there is one place that never fails to offer quality and affordable prices. Famous Footwear carries a wide variety of shoes for all ages and genders. Right now they have an unbeatable Back To School promotion where you Buy One & Get One Half Off! This is the perfect time to stock up on a couple of pairs of stylish new shoes for your family. Who doesn’t like to get more for their money? I sure do.
    You can also check our their FREE Rewards Program to make the savings even sweeter.

    • Earn 1 point for every $1 you spend in-store or online
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    Click to here to grab the BOGO + 15% off Famous Footwear Coupon  and  redeem your coupon in-store anytime between August 2nd through August 18th.

    If you are a current rewards member or decide to join, your savings will increase even MORE! Your 15% OFF coupon will become 20% OFF.

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    Back To School With Babbaco Promotion

    Babbaco is currently offering a special deal for the Summer time in preparation for heading back to school next month! I have noticed a lot of interest in the Babbabox from the current giveaway I have going on and thought that many of you could benefit from this wonderful promotion. Not sure what the BabbaBox is about? Check out my review HERE!

    For a limited time you can score the first THREE months of your Babbabox membership for 33% OFF. That makes each box only $20! With the promo code YHM33BTS you are getting about $10 off of each box.
    If that isn’t enough of a great deal, you can also use the code YHM20OFF to receive an additional 20% OFF your very first BabbaBox just for being one of my loyal readers. 
     
    If you have been interested in the BabbaBox and thinking about giving it a try for your child, this is the time to do it. You are not only saving $10 off of each box but your first box will be even less! 
    The Babbabox is great to have on hand during the school year. Once your Babbabox is delivered you can always stash it away in your closet or garage to use as a special reward for good grades or accomplishments!

    Upcoming Review & Giveaway of the BabbaBox

    I am excited to announce that I am getting the chance to review the BabbaBox from BabbaCo. BabbaCo was founded by Jessica Kim and offers a monthly subscription of fun crafty activities to do with your children ages 3-6. Not only will I be reviewing this fabulous box of kiddo entertainment, BUT i will also be giving away a BabbaBox to one of my lucky readers!
    What Is The BabbaBox?
    BabbaBox is a monthly subscription box that is delivered to your home with ALL the physical materials plus know-how content to really engage with your kids.

     How Does It Work?
    Step 1: Sign up for a monthly or an annual membership with your child’s birth date.

    Step 2: A BabbaBox full of activities arrives every month (starting the following month after membership purchase); get excited to create, explore, story tell, connect and learn together!

    Step 3: Check out member exclusive digital content and downloads approved by BabbaCo experts for your BabbaBox available on our website!
     Step 4: Kids anxiously wait at the door until your next BabbaBox arrives! 
     
    What Will You Find In The BabbaBox?
     
    Here Is A Sample Of The BabbaBox
    It’s packed with tons of crafty goodies! You can see from this example that there are several projects for your children to create, explore, and keep them busy. 
     
    BabbaBox Sample 1 
     This is just a small introduction to the BabbaBox and what it has to offer. As a young mom, I personally love monthly subscriptions programs. I am always anxiously awaiting for UPS & FedEx to drop off my own monthly packages! With BabbaBox it is the same concept- but for our kids. If you have read my other posts than you probably know that my daughter loves to get own mail. We started off with the Highlight’s magazine and she is thrilled when that arrives. Surprise your kids each month by purchasing them a BabbaBox. There is also the option to purchase BabbaBox annually. The choice is yours. You will get hours of entertainment and creative play- not to mention a little extra time to yourself!
    If you are interested in trying the BabbaBox yourself the following code with score you 20% OFF your first box.
     YHM20OFF

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