Young At Heart Mommy

Managing Motherhood Through Love & Laughter

Nutrition On The Go: Milk Unleashed APP + GIVEAWAY

It’s back to school time which means car pools, soccer practice, recitals and maybe a little time for mom thrown in for good measure.  Having an on-the-go lifestyle can be challenging to say the least and Milk Unleashed is here to help! As a mom I am always on the go. Whether I am taking Toodie to school or running errands, there are never enough hours in the day. With handy single-serving shelf safe milk there’s no need to ever run out. You can take it anywhere at anytime. Milk Unleashed goes wherever your family goes, whether it’s a lunchbox, a cooler, purse or a diaper bag! 

Check out the new interactive Milk Unleashed App below. You will learn fun tips,  nutritious snack ideas, games, and more creative family ideas for when you are on the “MOOOO-ve!” 
WHY you will love the Milk Unleashed Blog App:
On-The-Go Games and Tips! Even cruising down the freeway can be an adventure! With these fun games and tips you can have some family time even when you are out on the road!
On-The-Go Snacks! Have you ever wanted to try the world’s best smoothie? Well Milk Unleashed is here to make all your dreams come true! Find out the best snacks to grab that will make your next outing even more thrilling!


 
 
 
What the heck is shelf safe milk?

 
If you are unfamiliar with what shelf safe milk is don’t feel bad, because I wasn’t too sure either! I am used to buying milk straight from the cooler section at the grocery store. While I was aware that boxed milk was available,  I haven’t personally purchased it for my family. Shelf safe milk is Grade A fluid milk that requires no refrigeration until the package is opened. Thanks to the ultra pasteurization  and special Tetra cartons that preserve all the wholesome goodness of milk. Now kids can get the vitamins and nutrients of milk, anytime and anywhere!

In celebrating their new fabulous APP, Milk Unleashed is allowing me to host a giveaway for all of you a chance to win your very own Milk Unleashed Prize Pack! This will include a variety of shelf safe milk from the following brands: Hershey’s, LaLa, Horizon and Organic Valley. Enter below through the rafflecopter form.

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Disclosure: I am receiving  products as compensation to promote the Milk Unleashed App. I am under no obligation to post a positive review on them.  As always, opinion are my own!

Cool Down With Arbor Mist Frozen Wine Cocktails #SSCheers

The kids are back in school, the house is empty, and it’s time to kick back and enjoy a cocktail! Through the SheSpeaks blogger program, I was given the opportunity to try the Arbor Mist Frozen Wine Cocktails in three yummy flavors. These flavors includes Strawberry White Zinfandel, Blackberry Merlot, and Pear Pinot Grigio. Every time I go to the grocery store I see these convenient little pouches for sale but have never picked one up to try. That’s why I was pretty excited when selected to review these first hand. When it comes to drinking alcoholic beverages, I have become much more of a wine lover than hard liquor. But I have never drank any sort of frozen wine concoction. As soon as these arrived I stuck them in the freezer and played the waiting game.

These frozen wine cocktails take about 5 hours to freeze. Any longer, and I noticed the consistency was a little too frozen. If this happens you can let it sit out for a few minutes to thaw. I like my frozen cocktails to be less frozen and more on the slushy side, so I let mine sit for about 10 minutes. When you feel it’s ready, you just have to tear open the top of the pouch and pour into your favorite glass. If serving to guests or enjoying on our own, you can add a little fruit garnish on the side. These are great for parties or even small get together s because you don’t have to put any thought into serving a delicious fruity beverage. Everything you need comes in the little pouch, pre-measured and ready to go! Each pouch is also 10 ounces which roughly filled the whole wine glass with a tiny bit to spare. I love that they are practically a full serving size for one person. Makes it even easier for me!

 The Strawberry White Zinfandel was the first flavor I tried and has become my favorite. It was cold, refreshing, and satisfied my sweet tooth. I also like that it was not too strong, preventing me from feeling sluggish. When the frozen slush starts to melt, I did notice that I the alcohol became more potent. If this happens, you can always add crushed ice to dilute it a bit. Arbor Mist Frozen Wine Cocktails are wonderful for Summer BBQ’s or upcoming holiday parties. They will not only please the typical alcohol drinker but also those who prefer a glass of wine as well.


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Disclosure: I received the product above in participation with the She Speaks Arbor Mist Blogger Campaign 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 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!

Walmart’s Good to Great Lunchbox Twitter Party #greatlunchbox

Craving kid-friendly meals that are healthier, affordable and easy to make? Join me and Walmart for the #greatlunchbox Twitter party this week! With school back in session, one of the many tasks of being a mom includes packing our kiddos a healthy filling lunch to keep them focused through the school day. Walmart challenged me to turn my daughter’s lunchbox from “good” to “GREAT” and I came up with a few alternatives to the typical packed lunch. Check out my version of the Turkey Sandwhich and a couple of other fun healthy ideas to pack your children.
 Sixty-one percent of moms resolve to get their families eating healthier this new school year.  The Walmart Class of 2012 Back-to-School survey of 1,000 moms revealed that saving money and eating healthier topped moms’ “new school year” resolutions.  Moms’ biggest challenge with getting their families to eat healthier during the school year is the cost of healthier foods. Many think that eating healthy tends to cost more BUT shopping at Walmart makes changing your eating habits affordable. This school year, Walmart is helping moms turn good lunch boxes into great lunch boxes by offering everyday low prices on a wide assortment of healthier items perfect for back-to-school lunches and snacks. Walmart’s Great for You seal is a simple way to help Americans make healthier, nutritious and affordable food choices.  Customers will see the Great for You seal on produce in stores now and on select healthier and affordable Great Value and Marketside food products starting this fall. Keep an eye out and be aware of what choices you are making when you pack your child’s lunch this year! 
At a loss for what to put in your kids lunchbox? Join me and @Walmart for a #greatlunchbox Twitter chat at 8 PM EST this Wednesday, August 29th for tips, healthy recipes, and the chance to win Walmart GC’s!

Make sure to follow @Walmart and your co-hosts @ToodiesMomma, @OnlyLaila, & @MommyMandy along with the#greatlunchbox hashtag to participate. 

Disclosure: I am being compensated for this post and for participating as a co-host at the Walmart Twitter Party but as always, all opinions are my own.

Monthly Goodies For Your Pooch : Barkbox Review

Are you a doggie owner that is guilty of spoiling your loving pet by showering them with toys, treats, and goodies galore? Barkbox, the monthly subscription program specially designed for your pet, is the gift that will keep on giving! Around the 15th of each month, Barkbox will be delivered to your door stuffed with new things for your pet to indulge in. While you are making your own pet extra happy each month, 10% of the box proceeds will be donated to a local shelter or rescue. Each month Barkbox sponsors a new shelter and by becoming a member you contributing too!

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Beauty Bash In A Box: Glossybox Review

If you are a fan of the monthly subscription beauty boxes you may have recently heard about the grand and girly- GlossyBox! While GlossyBox has been available in 19 other countries, it has just made it’s appearance here in the United States recently. Each month a curated box of 5 deluxe sized luxury beauty samples will be delivered at your doorstep for you to indulge and pamper yourself with. After creating your beauty profile and selecting your subscription plan, your personalized samples will be on their way. I have read a lot of positive reviews from other beauty box lovers in the U.K and once I received my own GlossyBox I realized what all the hype was about.Yes, another box of beauty-ful goodies to feed my addiction!

If you follow GlossyBox on Twitter you may know that this month they held an Olympic themed giveaway in which you could win on of their popular boxes. I tweeted my entry and was lucky enough to be one of the winners chosen. Last week I received the July Summer Nights Glossybox and could not wait to see what was inside this pretty pink box! 

 

The Summer Nights Glossybox contains everything you need including essentials to help show off your sun kissed skin and hair while enhancing those sultry eyes. There were 5 expected deluxe samples but also one special surprise bonus. I’ve never actually received a subscription box in which I truly felt I could utilize every single item it came with. Glossybox must be the first because I loved every single sample that I received, especially the Sebastian duo for color treated hair. Not that I need another shampoo or conditioner to add to the 10 bottle collection lining my shower…but seriously- I have to buy the full size of both of these products!

  • Alessandro International Pedix Heel Rescue Balm: This foot cream oil imported exclusively from Germany provides intensive protection and nourishes skin, leaving it soft and supple.
  • Sebastian Color Ignite Multi Tone Shampoo: Smart color moisture complex that targets your color-treated strands, to deeply moisturize and restructure hair fibers wherever needed moist.
  • Sebastian Color Ignite Multi Tone Conditioner: This micro-bubble conditioner whips, wraps, and wows your strands leaving your hair with long lasting color and shine.
  • Figs & Rouge Lip, Face, & Body Balm:  This gorgeous tin is filled with a 100% pure and natural skin balm, a multi-use wonder product that will keep your skin feeling soft and beautiful throughout the day.
  • Senna Cosmetics Mineral Eyeshadow Trio: This silky pressed mineral eye shadow trio in metallic or matte colors gives you a hypnotic yet polished finish with amazing dimension. 
  • *Bonus* – Blushed Fragrance by Ruddy Water: Features notes of bright red currant and rich vanilla, wrapped around subtle sweet lemon, slightly spicy ginger, and kissed with a hint of sugar. 


After giving each sample in the box a few tries, I can say I am honestly satisfied with my first Glossybox experience. For $21 a month, the value is there and I feel you are getting what you pay for. The full size eyeshadow trio alone retails for $24 making the box already worth it. This box compared to others, contains products that are higher end and recognizable. Some of these brands include O.P.I, Burberry, Ole Henriksen, Zoya, & First Aid Beauty. I also like that you can cancel anytime without any fuss or frustration. I didn’t think I would ever say this but Birchbox may have met their new competition! Glossybox has got it all- presentation, delivery, and a variety of exciting beauty products.

Disclosure: I received the products above  from GlossyBox as a winner in their Twitter promotion. I am taking it upon myself 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!

Purex Insider: Soft Scrub Total All Purpose Cleaner & GIVEAWAY

This week a package with two essential cleaning products arrived at my doorstep. As a Purex Insider I was sent two bottles of Soft Scrub’s All Purpose & Bath and Bowl Cleaners. Both of these Soft Scrub total products have their patented trigger that allows you to clean with either a fine mist or a thick foam. It even sprays upside down allowing you to get into those hard to reach places while cleaning. While you are getting your surfaces clean you are also deodorizing the area keeping all lingering smells away. You can now replace you arsenal of cleaning tools with one of these powerful products.
There are many things I love about both of these products but the feature I most appreciate is that they can be used effectively upside down. Whether I am cleaning the toilet bowl, sink, microwave, or little nooks- there is nothing that I hate more than nothing come out of the bottle! Using the Soft Scrub Total All Purpose Cleaner saves me time and a headache when cleaning thoroughly. When I use Soft Scrub I have the confidence that the areas I am cleaning are not only being disinfected properly but they are left smelling fresh without chemical odors. As a mom of a toddler, there are always spills and sticky areas scattered around our home. With the All Purpose cleaner I can eliminate them within seconds. The same goes for the bathtub. Toodie loves her night time baths and I am constantly making sure the tub is clean and germ free.  After using the Bath & Bowl cleaner, I noticed a visible difference and the dreadful “ring around the tub” from constant bubble baths was gone!

Right now Soft Scrub is holding a sweepstakes with $3,000 in prizes! One lucky winner will win $1,000 and 50 additional winners with win $40 each. Each $40 winner will receive one $20 Gift Card for a tough home improvement and another $20 Gift Card for a little bit of pampering. Fill out the easy form and within seconds you will be entered to win. What are you waiting for? Head on over!

One of the benefits of being a Purex Insider is that I get to give away (3) FREE Soft Scrub Product coupons to my readers! Enter through the rafflecopter form below and you could be one of three lucky winners.

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Disclosure: I received the products above  from Purex Insiders 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!

Purex Insider: Combat Source Kill Max Ant Gel & GIVEAWAY

Being a resident of the sunshine state is not always accompanied by perfect warm weather . Lately we have had a ton of rain and with rain comes ants. Let’s not mention the tropical storm that is on it’s way as we speak! While I can’t complain about the sudden increase in wet weather given it has brought the yard back to life, I could do without the little critters. As a Purex Insider I was given the opportunity to be a part of the Combat Source Kill Max Ant Bait and Ant Gel campaign. With the increase in ants around the house lately, I quickly took the opportunity and looked forward to getting assistance in removing them! Farewell annoying buggies..Toodles.

The Combat Source Kill Max Ant Gel is formulated to effectively control ants. This product contains a fast acting ingredient but it’s speed is still slow enough for ants to return to the colony. When they return they will feed them the bait so that they are are killed effectively. This works within hours and for up to one whole month.

The Combat Source Kill Max Ant Bait contains an effective insecticide which kills most ants commonly found within our homes. The ants carry the bait back to their colony in which it will destroy. It will even kill ants outside of your home to prevent more from coming inside. Huge plus for us moms out there, it is child resistant! 

This duo works great to keep the critters out especially if you have little one’s dropping food all around the house. Ants always seem to be successful in finding crumbs and food particles left behind. Given they are child resistant there is no harsh chemical smell and you do not have to worry about them getting into tiny hands. Thanks to Purex Insiders I am hosting a giveaway for one of my readers to win their own Combat Ant Gel! Enter below through the rafflecopter form.

Combat is also hosting a sweepstakes right now in which you can win $1000 to host your own Bug Free Backyard Bash! On top of that the one lucky winner will also receive an assortment of Combat brand products to ensure ants don’t take over their party. All you have to do is watch a short video and fill out the form to enter. After your entry is complete you will have the option to print a $1.00 off any Combat product coupon. 

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Disclosure: I received the products above  from Purex Insiders 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!

Toodie’s First Teeth Cleaning!

Back to the dentist we went today! Toodie had her first teeth cleaning and it went fantastic. When we arrived at the dentist’s office she seemed to recognize it from our first visit but I would tell she had a few nervous jitters. She wouldn’t stay still in the waiting room and every 5 minutes kept saying the same thing, “Mommy I don’t want to go in there.” I tried to keep her mind off things by offering her a People magazine but apparently that’s not very appealing to a three year old!  I guess she didn’t want to read about Jennifer Aniston’s engagement or plastic surgery gone wrong. Moving on! She didn’t even want to play with my phone, which is unusual. I was running out of ideas when the dental assistant peeked her head through the door calling her name. 
After a short pep talk and a few giggles with the assistant, Toodie hopped in the chair and was ready to get her cleaning. I have to give credit to the staff at our dental office, they’re awesome! They are so friendly, personable, and take extra care in making their smaller patients feel comfortable. Toodie even got to wear a cool pair of shades during her cleaning. She picked out the patriotic design and it was time to get those teeth sparklin’. 


She was such a good girl during her cleaning. Toodie sat patiently and most importantly, STILL! The dental assistant even complimented her on how mature she is for her age. Yes, mommy was proud. Being a sugar booger, she chose the Cookie Dough tooth paste and seemed to enjoy it. Yuck! I remember that stuff being so gritty when I was younger. It would get all stuck between your teeth like you brushed with sand. She enjoyed it though. To each his own! Last up was the fluoride, another NON-favorite of mine. When we finished up, it was time to pick from the treasure chest. For the smooth sailing Toodie got to choose 3 goodies, but ended up stashing 6 in her bag. She even left with a new Little Mermaid toothbrush and brushing chart. I think I can say she made out well from this dental visit! It doesn’t look like I will have that difficult of a time getting her to go back.. 

Healthy Twists For Back To School Lunches At Walmart & Giveaway

The clock is ticking! By this time you probably have all of your back to school shopping done, bag packs are packed, and lunchboxes are ready to be stuffed for the first day. If you take a peek in your kitchen, are all of the meals and snacks you purchased for your children the BEST choices? Children who eat nutritious meals tend to better in school and stay focused.  This year try substituting sugary fattening foods with healthier options, also known as- BRAIN FOOD! When asked to create my own healthy lunches I started brainstorming immediately. Kids like variety and a small change to their lunch can make all the difference. All of the ingredients used can be found at Walmart and for an affordable price. Eating healthy does not always have to be expensive and it you don’t have to give up an arm or leg.

At Walmart you can get everything you need to make a great lunch for your children and even yourself. Variety combined with affordability makes Walmart my favorite place to shop through the school year. I have learned that buying fresh ingredients actually makes each meal stretch.  I was challenged to come up with a few of my own ideas to make the “typical” lunchbox healthier. Take a look at what I came up with!

Turn the everyday turkey sandwich into a healthy wrap packed with nutrients. I used the Mission Wraps in Garden Spinach Herb. These can be found in the produce or bakery section of your local Walmart. Instead of using white bread, these wraps have 0 grams of trans fat and no cholesterol. As an alternative to mayonnaise I used Kraft Philadelphia Herb & Garlic low fat cream cheese spread. Inside I added shredded lettuce, match stick carrots, sprinkled cheese, and Oscar Meyer Deli Fresh Oven Roasted Turkey Breast. For side items I replaced the usual cookies, chips, and sweet snacks with low fat options. These include Activia Peach yogurt, Sunmaid cranberries, fresh orange slices, and Rold Gold Honey Wheat Pretzel Twists. While I typically pack two juice boxes I decided to replace one with a bottle of water to reduce sugar intake.

The next healthy alternative I came up with can be used for breakfast and lunch as well. Using mini Kellogg’s Eggo Waffles I created tiny sandwiches filled with crunchy peanut butter and banana slices. This is a twist to the popular peanut butter and jelly. You can even add raisins around the rims. I also added carrot chips with low fat Ranch dressing. For the fruit servings, I packed watermelon and Mott’s Cinnamon Apple Sauce. Like the first example, I paired Apple Juice with a bottle of water. 

Last but not least, I made a change to “Ants On A Log” cutting out the peanut butter and replacing it with a Philadelphia cream cheese stuffing. The spread is made by combing cream cheese, honey, sliced almonds, and cranberries. I also made chicken salad with low fat mayo paired with multigrain crackers. Sliced apples and a mixture of candied nuts are on the side for a snack. Once again, a bottle of water and fruit juice.

As parent’s we can all make a change in our children’s diet by providing them with healthier options this school year. Don’t be scared to try something new. If you choose wisely you will see that eating healthy can actually be affordable. I am giving away a $25 Walmart gift card to one of my readers to help assist in buying nutritional components for your child’s lunch! Enter below and good luck.

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Disclosure: I received a gift card to shop for components to make healthy lunches at Walmart 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!

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