A party at Disney, lots of driving, and happy last-minute travel decisions

I ended up bringing my son with me to Florida, along with my mother in law. We’re staying at a hotel, and my MIL is watching Baby J while I’m working. I’m blessed it was able to work out this way, that I wouldn’t be away from him for two weeks. Baby J did a fabulous job on the drive down here. Yes, he’s getting older, but he still tends to fuss/cry/scream in the car when he’s in it longer than a couple of hours. Other than some whining here or there, he gave us no real drama!

I’ve been busy working, and when I’m not working, I’m spending time with Baby J and my MIL. So that’s why I haven’t really put up any new posts, other than giveaways. Today we were able to spend some time relaxing, but tomorrow I’m driving down south to a city near Miami, so it’ll be a looooong day.

Yesterday evening we went to Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party at Disney World. It’s an event that I used to attend myself, and I’m thrilled I was able to introduce it to Baby J. I’ll write a post about it soon, giving some tips on how to attend with a toddler.

I hope you’re having a wonderful weekend!

~Elisebet

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Review: VacciShield- nutritional support for infants and kids during immunizations

Note: I was sent a complimentary container of VacciShield to review. This post is not meant to start a debate regarding vaccines. I believe in a parent’s right to choose whether vaccinations are best for his or her child and their situation. If you do choose to vaccinate, my hope is this review might help make the process a little easier on you and your little one.

VacciShield

About:

Made in the USA, VacciShield by WellFuture is specially formulated to provide nutritional support for infants and children during vaccinations. Naturopathic physician and mother, Catherine Clinton, founded WellFuture in 2010 while seeking additional support for her infant son during the vaccination process. Packaged in a BPA-free container, this gluten and dairy-free supplement does not contain any artificial coloring, flavoring, or preservatives. Ingredients comprise: L-Glutamine, Probiotics, Zinc, Vitamin C, Vitamin D3, Selenium, Vitamin E, Choline and Inositol. Read more HERE about the benefits of each.

There are no known side effects to using VacciShield, and the dietary supplement meets the Dietary Health and Supplement Act (DHSA) and the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act safety standards.

VacciShield retails for $26.99, and each container provides a complete round of 14 servings for one child (four to six years). This means that for infants (six to 14 months), each container contains three complete rounds of 14 servings. As long as the VacciShield container remains refrigerated and has yet to reach the expiration date, it can be used for multiple rounds of vaccinations. VacciShield can be given to infants by mixing it with liquids such as breast milk or formula. Older children can also take VacciShield with soft food.

WellFuture has partnered with Vitamin Angels, a charitable organization that “helps at-risk populations in need—specifically pregnant women, new mothers, and children under five—gain access to lifesaving and life changing micronutrients.” WellFuture has made a 1-1 for matching nutrient grant for each purchase of VacciShield.

Our Experiences:

I followed the guidelines, and started giving Baby J two scoops daily 10 days before his 15- month vaccinations and continued until he’d received 14 servings. I actually missed one day before his shots, but just added a day at the end. I mixed it with his milk in his sippy cup, and he drank it with no problem. If it changed the taste of the milk, he never reacted. Here’s a photo of the container, powder, and scoop:

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It’s difficult for me to tell whether it made a difference in Baby J’s reactions to his immunizations. He didn’t get a fever, but sometimes he does, sometimes he doesn’t. For a day or two after his vaccines, he seemed a little fussy, but his sleep was also a little off, since we had guests staying with us. He didn’t slow down though, that’s for sure. Baby J was as active as ever! Keeping my son healthy is important to me, and sometimes he’s a picky eater. A food he may like one day, he decides to hate the next. I’m happy just knowing that VacciShield provided nutritional support to boost his immune system.

Note: I received one or more of the products mentioned above for free using Tomoson.com. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers.

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Giveaway: Yummi Pouch “Back to School” ($330+), open to US and Canada, 9/11-18

Enter to win this collection of awesome gear for your little ones going back to school!

Prize Package Includes:

  • Yummi Pouch Brights – 2 sets of reusable food pouches ($30 value)
  • milkdot – Striped lunch tote ($27 value)
  • Applepark – Preschool backpack ($39 value)
  • EasyLunchboxes – One lunch container set, one set of Mini-Dippers,
    and one cooler bag ($30 value)
  • Early Lingo – 6-DVD box set, and the winner can choose the language ($100 value)
  • SNOOKNUK – Once Upon a Day, A Little Less Tears album ($14.95 value)
  • Pura Stainless – Stainless Steel Kiki Sippy Cup ($15.99 value)
  • Name Bubbles – School Labels Pack ($34 value)
  • Sock It to Me – 4 style sock set: Kids Dinomite & Green Monkeys, Youth PB&J Sock, Youth Super Juicy Sock, Juniors Red Ninja Power Sock ($41 value)

Total Value = $330+

Yummi Pouch – Reusable Food Pouches

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Yummi Pouch Brights – 2 sets – Retail Price: $30

Yummi Pouch Brights (Set of 4) combine style and convenience in an eco-friendly container you can fill with homemade smoothies and blended snacks! Easy to fill and clean through the top zipper opening and enjoyed by drinking from the side spout, Yummi Pouch reusable food pouches are great for kids taking healthy snacks on the go. Includes set of 4 assorted patterns. For more information visit yummipouch.com.

  • Set of 4 Yummi Pouch Brights reusable food pouches
  • Dishwasher and freezer safe
  • BPA and phthalate free
  • Great for on the go snacks!
  • Hold up to 6 ounces each

milkdot

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milkdot back to school giveaway

One Stoh stripe lunch tote, winner can choose the color – Retail Price: $27
Winner can choose from green apple, blueberry, or raspberry.

milkdot believes that good design can be appreciated by anyone, big or small where each product is created with love for design, color, simplicity of clean lines, versatility and love for the world we live in. Contemporary products with an all-ages appeal. Products that are not only safe for kids, but also fit a kid’s need to be cool and unique with the functionality and style that parents love. For more information visit milkdot.com.

Applepark

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applepark back to school giveaway

Preschool backpack – Retail Price: $39
Winner can choose the style from online store.

Apple Park makes eco-friendly products for babies and kids using only the finest organic, sustainable and recycled materials!

  • These adorable backpacks are made from 100% recycled fabrics
  • Fabric: 100% recycled material from PET bottles *Bottles saved from landfills = 24!
  • Made of 100% recycled fabrics from plastic bottles, your kids will make a style statement while you feel good knowing that you’re helping out the planet.
  • Size: 10.75″ x 12″ x 5.5″

For more information visit applepark.com.

EasyLunchboxes

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easy lunchboxes back to school giveaway

One lunch container set (winner chooses from BRIGHTS or CLASSIC), one set of Mini-Dippers, and one cooler bag (winner chooses from 7 colors). – Retail Price: $29.85

The best selling lunchboxes on Amazon! For all ages. BPA-Free, easy-open lids. Make homemade “Lunchables” kids will love! Foods don’t “touch”, and just one lid covers all. No more time wasted looking for the right size container & lid or baggie for every item you pack. And EasyLunchboxes make portion control easy – just the right amount of food, without having to weigh or measure your meals. The cooler holds everything needed for a great meal – container(s), water bottle, ice block, extra snacks, even a thermos. No more wasteful baggies, mismatched containers, or struggles to fit your meal in one bag. The lunch containers are long lasting, reusable, and of much heavier quality than similar ‘take and toss’ products. (Not leakproof). The sleek and functional, zip-shut insulated cooler will hold even a whole day’s worth of food and keep it fresh. Roomy enough for up to three of the lunch containers. Small dip and sauce containers are leak-resistant. For more information visit easylunchboxes.com.

Early Lingo

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6-DVD box set – Retail Price: $99.99
Winner can choose the language from online store.

Early Lingo is an entertaining and educational DVD series for ages 6 months to 9 years that allows children to become familiar with foreign languages through immersive and repetitive learning techniques. Currently there are 6 languages available: English, French, Spanish, Italian, Mandarin and German. The 6-DVD box set includes parts 1-6: Colors and Shapes at the Park, Numbers and Counting at the Farm, Opposites at the Beach, Alphabet at School, At the Market and In the City. With approximately 210 minutes total running time and over 450 words and phrases, each set will give a child a solid foundation in the language of their choice. For more information visit earlylingo.com.

SNOOKNUK

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“Once Upon a Day, A Little Less Tears” album – Retail Price: $14.95
An array of songs covering topics from the time your child wakes up until sleepy time. Use as your companion while teaching your child to brush their teeth, wash their hands, potty training, eat vegetables & more. Melodies are catchy, easy to remember and the music is Enchanting. Makes for a great day!!

SNOOKNUK is a brand that is dedicated to creating original and innovative content to make childhood a magical adventure. We are focused on children’s early development, specifically on teaching important life lessons and basic hygiene, producing products such as Music, Videos, Shows, Toys, Books & more! For more information visit snooknuk.com.

Our Goal is to:

  • Provide parents with a fun way to teach and engage their child.
  • Help make kids less resistant.
  • Motivate children to have a healthy outlook on life.
  • Create amazing memories for kids and families.

Pura Stainless

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Stainless Steel Kiki Sippy Cup – Retail Price: $15.99
Winner can choose the color from online store.

Pura crafts the safest infant and toddler sippy cups on the planet from stainless steel with silicone components and NO PLASTIC. Our completely modular and interchangeable system grows with your child from infancy through grade school. Silicone bottle components include infant nipples, sippy cup spouts, and sealing disks. The sealing disks convert the bottles to both snack cups and water bottles.

In 2012 Pura was recognized with 11 product & business awards and is now available in more than 30 countries. Most importantly, we remain a family-owned business focused on innovation and unparalleled quality.

Pura Stainless’ award winning bottles can be found in most Whole Food markets, fine children’s boutiques, or on-line at Amazon.com and PuraStainless.com. For more information or to order visit PuraStainless.com.

Name Bubbles

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name bubbles back to school giveaway

Name Bubbles School Labels Pack – Retail Price: $33.88
The Name Bubbles School Labels Pack is a collection of our customer-favorite name labels, designed to keep all of your child’s school supplies and gear coming home. These award-winning personalized labels are waterproof and durable enough to stick strong to backpacks, lunch boxes, school supplies, water bottles, sports equipment, uniforms, and clothing for the entire school year. With dozens of styles, icons, and colors to choose from, personalizing a pack to fit your child’s unique style is a breeze.

Name Bubbles personalized labels will help keep the entire family organized for daycare, preschool, school, and at home. A recipient of the Parent Tested, Parent Approved Seal of Approval, our award-winning name labels are made from top-of-the-line materials that are guaranteed to last. They’re waterproof, fade resistant, and contain an ultra-strong adhesive that means they’ll stick where you need them while staying bright and vibrant. Perfect for anything from bottles, blankets, and clothing headed to daycare, to jacket and supplies headed to school, these labels will stay strong and keep everything coming home. Available in individual labels or our customer-favorite Value Packs, personalization and organization has never been easier. For more information visit namebubbles.com.

Sock It to Me

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sock it to me back to school giveaway

4 style sock set: Kids Dinomite & Green Monkeys, Youth PB&J Sock, Youth Super Juicy Sock, Juniors Red Ninja Power Sock – Retail Price: $41
Winner can choose sock size, which may affect style from online store.

Sock It to Me is a business that sells fun, funky socks. We are talking about knee high socks with ninjas, unicorns, and monkeys; men’s socks with mustaches, monsters, and beer. With over 200 different sock designs, there is something for every personality, from punk rock to peacock and everything in between. Sock It To Me is a Portland-based brand selling socks worldwide. For more information visit sockittome.com.

Enter to Win this Fabulous Set of Prizes!

One Winner will be selected September 19th. Have fun and good luck!

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