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Before my pregnancy, I was training to be a long distance runner.  I felt the best I had ever felt.  Running was no longer about staying fit but became a sport and passion of mine.  As this new world opened up to me, I began to see the importance of wearing the right gear to make this sport as easy and comfortable as possible.  The running shoes are the most important.  I had been hearing fabulous things about Brooks running shoes and just had to give them a try.

ZB Sports, a holistic company, has educated me on the importance of wearing this particular running shoe.  I went into it suggesting a pair not realizing that I needed the right shoe to fit my particular arch.  James, the owner, was incredibly helpful and educated me on the subject.  He suggested and provided me with the Brooks Dyad 5 pair and I have been more than impressed.  This particular pair suits my arching needs and has given me great stability and speed.  I have incredible respect for the owner and his site.  This site also has some of the best deals for running shoes on the web!  I could not believe the discounts compared to so many other running websites!   In addition to their passion for running gear, they also show a concern for the world problems.  With every purchase that is made they donate to local, national, and worldwide charities based on the customers voting!

After my baby is born in mid summer, I can pick up my running routines again.  I continue to speed walk a few times a week to exercise my muscles.  I encourage all mothers to pick up this sport.  If you have any questions seek out James from ZB sports!

ZB Sports has offered a $200.00 ZB sports gift certificate to to one of our readers!  To enter, simply visit ZB Sports and then leave a comment here on our site.  Required for entry:

*Register on their website to participate

*Email 5 of your friends telling them why they should visit ZB Sports.com and offer them the 10% code.  You will need to CC James on the email: james@zbsports.com.

For additional entries:

1) Subscribe to Does Mommy Love It? then leave a comment stating you did so.

2) Twitter about the contest and leave us a hyperlink to the tweet!

3) If you haven’t, please join our FACEBOOK FAN PAGE!

4) Write a post on your own blog about this giveaway and comment with the permalink to this post.

5) Grab our button and put it on your sidebar and comment with a link to your blog.

6) Email 5 of your friends and tell them why they should check out DoesMommyLoveIt?. Be sure to COPYus on the email (doesmommyloveit@gmail.com)! Then comment stating you did so.

This contest ends March 10th, 2010 Midnight EST. Click here for contest rules at DoesMommyLoveIt.com!

This review is based strictly my opinion. Others may have a different opinion or experience with the product listed above.  ZB Sports provided the product, and I provided my honest opinion. No other type compensation was received for this review.

No Comments | In: Apparel | tags: footwear, outdoor apparel, running apparel, shoes, ZB sports. | #

As someone who was secretly thrilled to lose a bunch of pregnancy pounds by way of a nasty stomach flu, I am certainly no poster child for post-natal fitness.  So, I was naturally drawn to the tummy-shrinking Belly Bandit.  This bamboo fabric, compression wrap promises to help tighten your post-pregnancy middle while providing some much need core support.  It wraps snuggly around your waist and is secured with a 5” strip of Velcro.  I used the Belly Bandit for several weeks post-delivery and couldn’t have been happier.  It not only flattened out my belly but I was really thrilled with how much it helped tone up my labor-weary body.  Plus, the sleek design is virtually undetectable under clothing.  For simple sizing tips, check out their website. Responsible shoppers can relax knowing the Belly Bandit is made from sustainable bamboo in the USA. Now if only they made a Thigh and Booty Bandit …

This review is based strictly my opinion. Others may have a different opinion or experience with the product listed above.  Belly Bandit provided the product, and I provided my honest opinion. No other type compensation was received for this review.

2 Comments | In: Accessories, Beauty | tags: bamboo, Belly Bandit, organic, post natal, tummy. | #

My son is beginning to become a big helper around the house.  One of the areas he wants to participate in is cooking.  However, with the dangers that come along with playing near the oven, I have had to make adjustments.  Instead of helping me with oven baking I encourage him to use his Melissa and Doug Cookie Set!

Growing Tree Toys carries very imaginative and educational toys for your young one.  I love their selection and most importantly their customer service.  When I received the Cookie and Dough Set I immediately ripped it open for my son to play with.  He began pretending with the cookies and oven mitt.  I am still amazed how long this set can keep him occupied!  We have a wooden microwave that he insists placing the cookies in.  Sounds like the way I enjoy reheating cookies!

The Slice and Bake Cookie Set is an all-in-one, thirty piece play food set to help encourage pretend play.  The topping on each cookie are removable using velcro which allows them to create their own personal cookie. The wooden pretend play food set includes 12 sliceable cookies, 18 toppings, a cookie sheet, kitchen mitt, a spatula and a knife.  Costing only $19.99, I encourage you to purchase this set for your little one!  This is not only a hit with my son, but his little friends as well!

This review is based strictly my opinion. Others may have a different opinion or experience with the product listed above.  Growing Tree Toys provided the product, and I provided my honest opinion. No other type compensation was received for this review.

1 Comment | In: Ages- Preschooler, Ages- Toddler, Toys | tags: creative toys, Educational Toys, Growing Tree Toys, Melissa and Doug Slice and Bake Set, wooden toys. | #

Thank you to everyone who participated in the following contests!  Thanks to Random.org we have our winners!  Please continue to enter our current drawings, you never know who will win!  Thanks Again!  Here are our winners!

Fiona Kate Box Winner: #14 Stacie

My Baby Can Talk Winner: Shiela H.

123 San Francisco Winner: #3 Kate

Purely Elizabeth Winner: #7 Melissa

Phosphor E Watch Winner: Scott

Shaklee Winner: Mariko

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1 Comment | In: Clothing | tags: bags, Go lite, outdoor apparel, running gear, Sugoi. | #

I wanted to take the time out to introduce to you all our fabulous team of mommy bloggers!  Their lives are full of rich experiences and are a group of amazing women.  Read their bios and get to know them!

Cece- Senior Reviewer

I was born and raised in Sacramento, California. From there, I traveled to rural America and attended Indiana Wesleyan University. I completed my studies in Christian Ministries and Biblical Literature. After four rigorous years of learning about the church, I decided to pursue my interest in skin care and cosmetics. I have been working in makeup ever since!

My family made the move to New York City and it was here that my heart began to long for a child. Three years later, my husband and I were blessed with a baby boy. Along with all of its many joys, being a mother has fostered an interest in me for children’s products.

I love researching and trying new products. When it comes to my child’s health and cognitive development, I pursue the most functional and best designed products I can find. I get great pleasure sharing this research and hearing from others as well!

Some of my other loves include music, films, spending quality time with husband and friends, and long walks in Central Park.

Cheryl- Reviewer

I earned my B.A. in Linguistics and French from Rutgers University and spent most of my career as a communications advisor to corporate executives. This basically means lots of Power Point presentations, speech writing, and marketing plans to help translate corporate jargon into simple messages that people can actually understand.

I enjoy reviewing products almost as much as I enjoy reviewing restaurants (and eating in them). I believe that functionality and simplicity should go hand-in-hand. A great product is like a great dish: simple, fun, and refreshing.

As a mother of two with a seemingly endless list of to-do’s, I’m learning to simply bask in my children’s laughter (among a sea of toys on the living room rug), enjoy time alone with my husband (though piles of unfolded laundry await), and just relish every moment that’s been given to me.

Likes: espresso, foreign languages, Nutella.

Dislikes: raw onions, monolingualism, imitation Nutella.

Meredith- Reviewer (our newest addition)

I am a New Yorker with deep California roots.  As a child, I announced to my mother that I didn’t like the cold, white “sand” on a family ski trip to Lake Tahoe. Although I still prefer sunshine over snow, I have come to love living on the right coast. I grew up in the Central Valley of California and studied liberal arts at the University of Southern California in Los Angeles.  It was there that I met and married my wonderful husband and eventually our adventures led us to New York. I enjoyed performing musical theater and comedy for a couple of years right up until a month before our fabulous daughter was born.  My new audience of one is my favorite yet. I research research research the things that I buy for my little Bean and I love discovering surprising and beautiful products. Having a baby has busted my heart wide open and I have become even more driven to help the marginalized in my immediate area and beyond – especially women and children.  I have been published by Focus on the Family’s Clubhouse Jr. magazine.

I am a recovering restaurant addict who likes to try new recipes. I love reusing and recycling but stop short of worm-composting bins in my kitchen.  I own all 7 seasons of the West Wing and systematically watch them all year long. I love great theater, attachment-parenting and button-down shirts. I am a sucker for great packaging (that I will later recycle).

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While browsing a store, a particular collection caught my eye.  The brand was “blabla”  and I fell in love with their darling backpacks, all of which are hand-knit in natural fiber made by artisans in Peru.

Tired of plastic and weary of lead, I truly appreciate hand-made toys that my children can grow with. These backpacks are perfect for little ones who want their own pouch for outings (or pretend play), and come in a variety of animals – butterfly, panda, monkey, owl, and so much more.  Each backpack can fit a couple of small books/toys or perhaps a little snack.  The novelty is not so much the size of the bag but the bag itself – beautiful, contemporary, and definitely a keeper.  Backpacks retail at $42.99.

BlaBla has offered giraffe backpack to one of our readers!  To enter, simply visit BlaBla and then leave a comment here on our site.  For additional entries,

-          Follow BlaBla on Twitter.

-          Become a fan of BlaBla on Facebook.

1) Subscribe to Does Mommy Love It? then leave a comment stating you did so.

2) Twitter about the contest and leave us a hyperlink to the tweet!

3) If you haven’t, please join our FACEBOOK FAN PAGE!

4) Write a post on your own blog about this giveaway and comment with the permalink to this post.

5) Grab our button and put it on your sidebar and comment with a link to your blog.

6) Email 5 of your friends and tell them why they should check out DoesMommyLoveIt?. Be sure to COPY us on the email (doesmommyloveit@gmail.com)! Then comment stating you did so.

This contest ends March 25th, 2010 Midnight EST. Click here for contest rules at DoesMommyLoveIt.com!

This review is based strictly my opinion. Others may have a different opinion or experience with the product listed above.  BlaBlaKids provided a knitted backpack, and I provided my honest opinion. No other type compensation was received for this review.

19 Comments | In: Accessories, Ages- Elementary, Ages- Preschooler, Ages- Toddler, Clothing, Green | tags: artisans in Peru, backpack, blabla. | #

Oh!  I always feel as if I’m on a perpetual quest for a multi-functional bib! As I was searching the web, I stumbled upon a new line of bibs called Silly Billyz Bibs. The idea of the pocket bib really is a brilliant one! I loved this concept because my son was just beginning to self feed and felt this might be the perfect bib for this stage. The “pocket bib” comes with a huge pocket so it catches every crumb that is dropped from my son’s mouth!  With Silly Billyz pocket bib, I appreciate so greatly that this product is PVC and lead free. You can choose between 100% cotton with snuggle neck or comfy fleece, both have a water-proof nylon backing to protect the clothes underneath.  This makes it very secure for the bib to stay on my son.

So with the combo of an absorbant material, large size and a food catching pocket, this bib is great. It’s also machine washable!  Check out other great types of bibs from Silly Billyz Bibs and you will be pleased!

This review is based strictly my opinion. Others may have a different opinion or experience with the product listed above.  Silly Billyz Bibs provided a pocket bib, and I provided my honest opinion. No other type compensation was received for this review.

No Comments | In: Accessories, Ages- Newborn to 1yr., Ages- Preschooler, Ages- Toddler, Feeding, Food | tags: absorbent, Feeding, pocket, Silly Billyz Bibs. | #

Nicole Bridger designs some lovely clothing for women.  I have the lovely asymmetrical top Integrity Top shown above as well as Today’s Tunic that reminds me of a little house on the prairie dress.  Both are made from wonderfully comfortable sustainable organic fabrics and produced ethically.  Bridger interned for legendary British designer, Vivienne Westwood and you can see a bit of the influence in her edgy designs for her namesake label.  The asymmetrical top seen above is cut on the bias and is also a little reminiscent of another favorite designer of mine, Rick Owens.  Even if her line is comparable to a great deal of top designers, the price point is much more attractive.  Visit her website now

This review is based strictly my opinion. Others may have a different opinion or experience with the product listed above.  Nicole Bridger provided the samples, and I provided my honest opinion. No other type compensation was received for this review.

No Comments | In: Apparel, Clothing, Green | tags: eco-friendly clothes, nicole bridger. | #

Sure, wide-ruled (or college-ruled) spiral notebooks have their place in the world (especially in August when back-to-school shopping is in full swing), but Ecojot’s kids notebooks are truly special:  eye-popping cover designs, and ample sheets in-between of 70lb, 100% post-consumer recycled paper for doodling, etching, sketching, and writing to their heart’s content.

Canadian-based Ecojot is eco-conscious in seemingly every way:  All paper & board is acid-free and chlorine-free; All inks and glues are vegetable-based and bio-degradable; Protective packaging is corn-based and made from locally-made raw materials; No new trees are used to make their paper.

What makes the brand more lovable is their recently launched business model committed to directly advocate children’s arts and literacy in developing countries.  Through their “Buy One, We Give One” campaign,  Ecojot partners with three organizations (Ve’ahavta, Free the Children, The Stephen Leacock Foundation for Children) to donate a notebook for every Ecojot journal and sketchbook purchased -  targeting poor areas around the world where young students cannot afford and are not provided basic school supplies.  Fun and fabulous, kind and compassionate, what’s not to love?

Ecojot has offered a kids sketchbook to one of our readers!  To enter, simply visit Ecojot and then leave a comment here on our site.  For additional entries:

1) Subscribe to Does Mommy Love It? then leave a comment stating you did so.

2) Twitter about the contest and leave us a hyperlink to the tweet!

3) If you haven’t, please join our FACEBOOK FAN PAGE!

4) Write a post on your own blog about this giveaway and comment with the permalink to this post.

5) Grab our button and put it on your sidebar and comment with a link to your blog.

6) Email 5 of your friends and tell them why they should check out DoesMommyLoveIt?. Be sure to COPY us on the email (doesmommyloveit@gmail.com)! Then comment stating you did so.

This contest ends March 20th, 2010 Midnight EST. Click here for contest rules at DoesMommyLoveIt.com!

This review is based strictly my opinion. Others may have a different opinion or experience with the product listed above.  Ecojot provided a sketchbook, and I provided my honest opinion. No other type compensation was received for this review.

18 Comments | In: Accessories, Ages- Elementary, Ages- Pregnancy, Ages- Preschooler, Ages- Toddler, Arts & Crafts, Learning, Stationary | tags: 100% recycled paper, acid free, buy 1 give 1 program, chlorine free, eco friendly, ecojot, Kids, notebooks, sketchbooks. | #

I’m always on the lookout for toys that encourage imagination, creativity, and a sense of accomplishment.  I came across a DIY bird house at a children’s toy boutique and was thrilled to have received one to review from The Little Experience.

It’s called the “build-it bird-café kit”, and it’s that and more.  The package is equipped with:  11 wooden pieces, a paint palette, paint brushes, varnish, glue, string (for hanging on the tree), and a convenient splash mat to protect work surfaces – altogether this retails for $18.99.  To boot, it includes directions on how to “recycle” the packaging by making a bird mobile out of the box it comes in.  How cool is that?

The Little Experience is an expert at creative things for children to make and do… They even have a page dedicated for “free stuff to do” on their website – packed with fun activities sure to spur the budding chef/crafter/builder in your home.

Target age is 5-12 for the bird cafe… In my opinion, this is the perfect project that will help kids develop an appreciation for nature, season after season.   It certainly makes me want springtime to come just a little sooner.

The Little Experience has offered a Build-It Bird Café to one of our readers!  To enter, please visit The Little Experience and leave a comment on here with your thoughts!  For additional entries:

1) Subscribe to Does Mommy Love It? then leave a comment stating you did so.

2) Twitter about the contest and leave us a hyperlink to the tweet!

3) If you haven’t, please join our FACEBOOK FAN PAGE!

4) Write a post on your own blog about this giveaway and comment with the permalink to this post.

5) Grab our button and put it on your sidebar and comment with a link to your blog.

6) Email 5 of your friends and tell them why they should check out DoesMommyLoveIt?. Be sure to COPY us on the email (doesmommyloveit@gmail.com)! Then comment stating you did so.

This contest ends March 15th, 2010 Midnight EST. Click here for contest rules at DoesMommyLoveIt.com!
This review is based strictly my opinion. Others may have a different opinion or experience with the product listed above.  The Little Experience provided the Build-It Bird-Café Kit, and I provided my honest opinion. No other type compensation was received for this review.

9 Comments | In: Ages- Elementary, Ages- Preschooler, Arts & Crafts, Educational, Learning | tags: Build it bird cafe kit, crafts, diy, The Little Experience. | #

The webshop Vyssan Lull pronounced (vyyschan loull) stands for a Swedish Lullaby.  How cute!  They carry organic children’s clothing ranging from mainstream to up and coming Scandinavian designers.  The fabrics from the various designers are absolutely astounding as well as the designs.  They make no compromise when it comes to environmental safety with the production of their line.

My son has been sporting the Urban Elk longsleeve olive tee that is incredibly soft and durable.  This top can bring to life any outfit ensemble.  The Many Clouds Longsleeve tee by Green Cotton is also incredibly playful and comfortable for my son.  The colors are vibrant without looking cheesy and cheap.  In addition to boy tees, Vyssan Lull carries unique and very trendy girl dresses.  In six weeks I find out if I am having a boy or girl.  If it’s a girl I am definitely snagging Katvig’s charming pocket knit dress!

For those bored with the usual kid apparel, definitely check out Vyssan Lull to lift your child’s wardrobe.  These pieces are resilient enough for multiple hand-me-downs and make great outfits for picture days!  Check out the webstore now for 30% for Does Mommy Love It? readers!  use code: Mommy till February 28!

Vyssan Lull has offered  a hearts onesie by Stur O Lisa to one of our readers! To enter, please visit Vyssan Lull and leave a comment on here with your thoughts!

1) Subscribe to Does Mommy Love It? then leave a comment stating you did so.

2) Twitter about the contest and leave us a hyperlink to the tweet!

3) If you haven’t, please join our FACEBOOK FAN PAGE!

4) Write a post on your own blog about this giveaway and comment with the permalink to this post.

5) Grab our button and put it on your sidebar and comment with a link to your blog.

6) Email 5 of your friends and tell them why they should check out DoesMommyLoveIt?. Be sure to COPYus on the email (doesmommyloveit@gmail.com)! Then comment stating you did so.

This contest ends March 10, 2010 Midnight EST. Click here for contest rules at DoesMommyLoveIt.com!

This review is based strictly my opinion. Others may have a different
opinion or experience with the product listed above.  Vyssan Lull
provided the samples and  I provided my honest opinion. No
other type compensation was received for this review.

21 Comments | In: Ages- Newborn to 1yr., Ages- Toddler, Apparel, Clothing | tags: children's apparel, Green Cotton, organic, Scandanavian, Urban Elk, Vyssan Lull. | #

Preparing my child and giving him a great start in life has been a goal of mine as long as I can remember.  I never really had parents to teach and aid me in my developments so this is an area of passion for me.  Lately, I have been a bit lagging in this department.  I like to attribute this to me being in my first trimester of pregnancy.  Thankfully, there are programs designed by parents and professionals to help me in this department.  Babybit is a four-volume DVD program that provides parents with more than a year of early learning programs.  It is definitely the most advanced and interesting program I have ever come across for toddler education.

Babybit early learning program is based on a popular BITS method. “In the educational field, we call any simple fact that the brain can store and which comes through the senses a BIT. There are three types of bits: mathematics bits, reading bits and encyclopedic bits. The latter two must be used together for quicker acquisition of comprehensive reading.” The program has been created to stimulate your kiddos brain between zero and six years of age, which happens to be the most receptive stage of its development.  Babybit educated me on the fact that by the time our children reach school age much of their learning ability has declined.  Therefore, starting early and taking advantage of this “open window” time is imperative.  The DVD’s are divided into two hundred and twenty five sessions over a fifteen-week period.  You go through it with your child up to three times a day.  The sessions are fast and fun and have sounds to make the learning a bit more attractive.  The learning sessions focus on three areas: reading, mathematics, and general knowledge.  Much of this knowledge is absorbed through repetition which helps develop language, long-term memory, and to stimulate photographic memory.  The objects they use are real and precise.  I have been very impressed with the layout of this program.

Babybit is definitely something that requires the parent’s participation as well as the toddler’s.  This isn’t a video to for your child to watch alone while you can get things done.  I have had to help my son to see the joy in watching it.  I give him lots of praise and try to be really disciplined on putting the video on throughout the day.  One slight complaint for American viewers is that some British narrator’s vocabulary vary from nouns we use in the United States.   A couple of the photos and words differ from what we would call them.  Otherwise, this educational program has been wonderful.  Bravo to Babybit!

Babybit has offered Babybit Volume 1 to two of our readers! To enter, please visit Babybit and leave a comment on here with your thoughts!

1) Subscribe to Does Mommy Love It? then leave a comment stating you did so.

2) Twitter about the contest and leave us a hyperlink to the tweet!

3) If you haven’t, please join our FACEBOOK FAN PAGE!

4) Write a post on your own blog about this giveaway and comment with the permalink to this post.

5) Grab our button and put it on your sidebar and comment with a link to your blog.

6) Email 5 of your friends and tell them why they should check out DoesMommyLoveIt?. Be sure to COPYus on the email (doesmommyloveit@gmail.com)! Then comment stating you did so.

This contest ends March 4, 2010 Midnight EST. Click here for contest rules at DoesMommyLoveIt.com!

This review is based strictly my opinion. Others may have a different
opinion or experience with the product listed above.  Babybit
provided the samples and  I provided my honest opinion. No
other type compensation was received for this review.

11 Comments | In: Ages- Preschooler, Ages- Toddler, Contest, Educational | tags: Babybit, Dvd, early learning, educational program. | #

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Hello DMLI,
About 1.5 million Graco strollers have been recalled because they could pose a risk of fingertip amputations and lacerations to children, federal safety officials announced Wednesday.  The CPSC said consumers should immediately stop using the recalled strollers and contact Graco to receive a free protective cover repair kit.
Check out here for more information!

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I recently came across a wonderful design website called Molla Space.  They carry products from distinguished designers from all around the world.  Molla Space provides a space for these designers to showcase their work and make them available for purchase. Some of the unique and sleek products I received were the Tubelor Trashcan and the Coin Storage.

Ideaco Design’s Tubelor Trashcan is the newest winner for the IF Product Design Award.  This simple and chic design allows for this bin to fit perfectly in any space.  I’ve avoided getting trash bins for my bathroom because I didn’t like the options that were available to me.  Once I discovered the tubelor in lime green I was convinced it would work perfectly in my home.  All you have to do is place a trash bag in the inner wastebasket and then cover it with the colorful tube top.  The top hides the appearance of a bag and makes the trash bin look very stylish.

The Coin Storage is a great accessory to my office desk area.  It adds a bit of character to my slightly boring minimal décor.  It not only adds style but also is useful in the fact that it is a coin bank and tray in one.  It is a great place for me to store my cell phone or keys on.  I always know where to look now!  I can quickly throw loose change from my pockets into the coin bank and easily take it out.  The bottom wood lid can be removed easily to collect all the change I’ve accumulated over time.

Molla Space carries many more great design pieces to add to your home.  It’s also a great place to find interesting gifts for others.  You can find products on this site ranging from decorative art pieces to lampshades.  For those with a keen eye for design, definitely check out Molla Space!

This review is based strictly my opinion. Others may have a different
opinion or experience with the product listed above.  Molla Space
provided the samples and  I provided my honest opinion. No
other type compensation was received for this review.

No Comments | In: Accessories, Organization | tags: coin storage, home accessories, Molla Space, Tubelor Trash Bin. | #

I was first introduced to Go Smile while working at Saks Fifth Avenue as a makeup artist.  After meals and during breaks, many of my co-workers were busting out these capsules and rubbing them on their teeth.  I couldn’t help but notice how white their teeth were and definitely wanted to give it a try.

Go Smile is an effective yet gentle way to whiten your teeth without the exorbitant price of an in office visit.  It takes just two minutes to apply the ampoule serum with the built-in applicator tip, twice a day, for seven days.  I love their “flip, pop, whiten” slogan and it really describes the speed and ease of using Go Smile.  I have extremely sensitive teeth from loads of cavities I’ve had over the years however; I can use Go Smile without any negative side effects.  They are brilliant!

Once your seven-day ampoule system is used up, you can purchase a touch up kit for maintenance.  I remember seeing many of my old make-up artist friends using these after lunch breaks or in between clients!  Go Smile even makes AM and PM toothpastes to use in conjunction with the capsules for everyday use to polish away stains and maintain good oral health.

Who doesn’t love a beautiful bright smile?  Due to all the diet soda and tea I drink, my teeth are prone to turning yellow quickly.  I am sure thankful for Go Smile for making the whitening process easy and effective for me!  The results are fabulous!

Go Smile has offered a Go All Out Kit (retail $120) to one of our readers! To enter, please visit Go Smile and leave a comment on here with your thoughts!

1) Subscribe to Does Mommy Love It? then leave a comment stating you did so.

2) Twitter about the contest and leave us a hyperlink to the tweet!

3) If you haven’t, please join our FACEBOOK FAN PAGE!

4) Write a post on your own blog about this giveaway and comment with the permalink to this post.

5) Grab our button and put it on your sidebar and comment with a link to your blog.

6) Email 5 of your friends and tell them why they should check out DoesMommyLoveIt?. Be sure to COPYus on the email (doesmommyloveit@gmail.com)! Then comment stating you did so.

This contest ends March 1, 2010 Midnight EST. Click here for contest rules at DoesMommyLoveIt.com!

This review is based strictly my opinion. Others may have a different
opinion or experience with the product listed above.  Go Smile
provided the samples and  I provided my honest opinion. No
other type compensation was received for this review.

27 Comments | In: Bathroom & Potty | tags: Go Smile, toothpaste, whitening. | #

Some of my favorite memories so far this winter have been in the out doors.  After a massive winter storm here in New York City in mid December, I so enjoyed taking my son to Central Park for a frolic in the freshly fallen snow!  My son was bundled snugly in his Bugababy Interchange snowsuit by Columbia.

The waterproof Omni-Tech is very breathable and the fleece lining keeps your little one nice and warm.  I love the adjustable hood (also fleece lined) and the fold-over hand and foot flaps that essentially make this an all in one piece of outerwear for your little one.  My son looks adorable and very comfortable in this wonderful piece of toddler outerwear.

I was also sent a pair of   Omni-tech Canal Pant also by Columbia for me!  These are perfect for snowy weather strolls and winter sports like skiing and snowboarding.  The waterproof fabric and relaxed cut make them warm, comfortable and dry.  Columbia is great for outerwear and I highly recommend these two pieces from this season’s collection!

This review is based strictly my opinion. Others may have a different
opinion or experience with the product listed above. Columbia
provided the samples and  I provided my honest opinion. No
other type compensation was received for this review.

2 Comments | In: Accessories, Ages- Preschooler, Ages- Toddler, Apparel, Clothing | tags: Bugababy, bunting, columbia, snow gear, snow suit, winter apparel. | #

I enjoy wearing a watch as an accessory much like a handbag or sunglasses.  The telling of time comes secondary for me, however it is more convenient to glance at my wrist as opposed to digging through my handbag for my cell phone.  I recently received the Alessi Watch Kaj 10003 in brown.  The award winning industrial designer, Karim Rashid, designed this beautiful watch.  I love wearing this watch every day and really appreciate that it is very resistant to every day parental tasks.  At a retail price of $85, this is an every daytime piece that I would recommend to any chic mom who enjoys wearing a watch.  Also be sure to check out their new and very adorable children’s watch line!

This review is based strictly my opinion. Others may have a different opinion or experience with the product listed above. Seiko provided the sample and  I provided my honest opinion. No other type compensation was received for this review.

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Nico & Zoe online website carries uncommon and artisan made toys.  I absolutely love the assortment of wooden toys that they carry.  One of my favorites is from a line call Voila.

Voila is owned and operated in Thailand and has won many awards for their quality of toys and for the way they operate.  Their collections of wooden toys are fabulously made and definitely spur on the imagination.  The Voila Yummy Pizza Play Set has been a hit with my son and his playmates! The set includes a pizza, base and rolling wooden pizza cutter.  Not only can your little one pretend with the pizza, but it can also be used as a math lesson.  Using the pizza cutter, your little one can slice the pizza into six equal pieces thus enabling your child to learn basic fractions!  Some of the yummy toppings included are mushrooms, pepperoni, shrimp, and more.  Each ingredient is fitted with pegs that can be removed for new pizza combinations.  It can be a bit tough to remove the ingredients so you may have to help your child until they develop the muscles to do so.  The plus side to this is you wont have to worry about pieces missing or dispersed around the room.

Nico and Zoe is a great place to look for quality educational toys for kids.  I am truly thankful to find this site and learn about new wooden toy companies that are out there!

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This review is based strictly my opinion. Others may have a different
opinion or experience with the product listed above. Nico & Zoe
provided the samples and  I provided my honest opinion. No
other type compensation was received for this review.

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