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National Pork Rind Appreciation Day

January 12, 2015 By Leave a Comment

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Pork Rind Appreciation Day is coming up on Super Bowl Sunday. Ickey Woods is helping to promote this great event, which supports Gridiron Greats, and we have an online game http://www.rudolphfoods.com/porkrindday/ where people can Pass the Pigskin for a chance to win $3,500.
I also received samples of Rudolph’s Pork Rinds and they are delicious! My husband’s favorite are the Hot & Spicy ones! Look for them at a store near you!
To find out more, check out the website!
Self Disclosure: I received free samples to facilitate this post.

 

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PBS KIDS Premiers Special Downtown Abbey-Inspired Episode Of Arthur

January 12, 2015 By Leave a Comment

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Ever wonder what secrets and stories your family history holds?  This is the question posed to everyone’s favorite aardvark and his friends in “Fountain Abbey,” an all-new, Downton Abbey-inspired episode of ARTHUR, premiering January 26 on PBS KIDS (check local listings). “Fountain Abbey” will also be available on DVD January 27 through PBS Distribution.

In the drama-filled “Fountain Abbey,” Muffy finds herself absolutely devastated when she learns her great-great grandmother, Mary Alice, wasn’t royalty at all.  She was a common maid – oh, the indignity!  However, through reading Mary Alice’s diary, Muffy is transported back in time to the famous English estate where her ancestor worked. There she discovers the surprising story behind her humble roots.

“An abbey in jeopardy, a lady’s maid causing trouble, and the Dowager Countess unimpressed by all. Sound familiar? We hope ‘Fountain Abbey’ will be a show the whole family can enjoy together!” says Carol Greenwald, senior executive producer of ARTHUR.

“PBS is committed to engaging families with content that is educational and entertaining and this new episode of ARTHUR is no exception. ’Fountain Abbey’ promises to delight not only children, but an entire generation of ARTHUR fans that grew up with the series and can appreciate the humor and fun of the DOWNTON ABBEY-inspired references,” said Lesli Rotenberg, General Manager, Children’s Media, PBS.

 

The “Fountain Abbey” story is paired with “Arthur Calls It,” a story in which Arthur must deal with peer pressure from his classmates, causing him to doubt his decision to call his best buddy Buster “out” during a baseball game. Is that a foul play, or should Arthur stick to what he believes is right?
The week of ARTHUR continues with funny storylines about everyday life and tongue-in-cheek homages to The Wizard of Oz and The Tell-Tale Heart. In each episode, the characters learn valuable lessons about honesty, empathy, and determination.

 

Produced by WGBH, the Emmy Award-winning PBS KIDS series ARTHUR explores childhood challenges with heart and humor, while teaching problem-solving and pro-social skills. On the ARTHUR website, kids, parents, caregivers, and teachers can access a variety of fun and educational games, lesson plans, and activities. Families can also keep up with Arthur and his friends on the new ARTHUR Family Health Website — a resource that helps caregivers and children build and maintain healthy living habits.

 

 

 

DVD Information

Title: “Arthur: Fountain Abbey”

Run Time: Approx. 56 minutes

SRP: $6.99

 

“Arthur: Fountain Abbey” DVD, available January 27, includes the following four stories:

 

“Fountain Abbey” – Muffy’s devastated when she learns her great, great grandmother Mary Alice wasn’t royalty, but a common maid. The indignity! However, Mary Alice’s old diary reveals a more interesting story.

 

“Arthur Calls It” – Pressure from his classmates has Arthur doubting his decision to call Buster out during a baseball game. Will he succumb to peer pressure, or stick with what he believes is right?

 

“Whip. Mix. Blend.” – When Rattles’s mom starts dating Archie Vanderloo, Rattles finds himself spending lots of time with Archie’s kids. The problem is, Rattles doesn’t have anything in common with these twins! Can this blended family learn to get along?

 

“Staycation” – Arthur offers to babysit so that his parents can enjoy some peace and quiet in the backyard. What could go wrong? With D.W. on the loose…just about everything!

 

DVD Special Features: Printable coloring pages and activities.

 

Credit:  PBS KIDS.

 

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Must Have for Families On-The-Go – The Universal Sippy Cup Lid

January 11, 2015 By Leave a Comment

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Is your child’s drinking cup drawer like a sock drawer with so many mismatched or lost tops, caps or lids? Feel the “one size fits all” fever with SipSnap, a universal sippy cup lid made of a stretchy silicone that fits any cup in your cupboard. There is nothing in the world like it! Every cup in your life now has sippy cup potential.

Do you remember that SoCal City Kids featured SipSnap Kid this past Spring?  This really is a Must-Have for families with young children! Well, now it is available at  http://sipsnap.com.

I received a sample and I highly recommend as a Must-Have product for families especially when out on play dates, trips..well..you name it! They can be stretched over and regular cup and no more spills! I love that they are also dishwasher safe and BPA, Phthalate & Latex-free.

Self Disclosure: I received a free sample due to support and featuring this past Spring 2014. Photo Credit: SipSnap Kid By Double/Double.

 

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Kid Lid Has You Covered in 2015!

January 11, 2015 By 1 Comment

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Last year alone, consumers spent almost $3 billion replacing and repairing laptops, tablets and smartphones as a result of damage caused by children. Save yourself the headache and cash in 2015 with Kid Lid, a unique new solution that provides a stable surface that defends against inadvertent spills and resists the pounding of even the most rambunctious child. Kid Lid products protect computer keys from unwanted typing that disrupts movies, games and video chats as well as the removal of keys by small fingers.

I received a sample and I love how this product really works! It is a simple way to protect your laptop keyboard. My nephew was visiting over the holidays and I was glad to have this handy. If you have a little one around (especially toddlers!) this really is a Must-Have! Kid Lid simply creates a protective outer surface that slips over the keyboard.  It is available in two sizes to cover all 15″ & 13″ laptops for both Mac or PC.

To find out more, check out Kidlid.com!

 

Self Disclosure: I received a free sample to facilitate this featured post. Photo Credit: Kid Lid.

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Talking to Your Teen About Drug Abuse

January 11, 2015 By 1 Comment

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Talking to Your Teen about Drug Abuse

Around 10% of parents never discuss substance abuse with their kids, but owing to the prevalence of drug taking among teens it is essential you don’t miss the opportunity. By the time kids are in 10th grade, close to a fifth are using marijuana and more than one in ten are misusing prescription drugs, though talking to your children before they even reach high school can have a positive influence on the decisions they make around drug use.

Drug Dangers for Teens

As Steps to Recovery explains, the damage drug abuse can cause teens is not limited to overdoses and physical harm related to chronic use, as substance misuse can also have an adverse effect on their mental function and well-being. When you are aware that the brain in young people is particularly susceptible to the effects of drug taking, this can help inform the discussions you have with your kids, as you can explain that drug abuse can have a lasting impact on factors such as their judgment and emotions, and place them at serious risk of mental health problems in the future. Discussing the wider implications of drug taking is also important, so understanding that it can affect academic achievement and is associated with other risky behaviors, such as drug driving and unprotected sex, is helpful.

Drug Education in School

More than 20% of kids in grades 9 to 12 report being offered drugs on school property, but despite the ease of availability of drugs here, schools play an important role in drug education. It is typical for drug abuse to appear on the curriculum as early as elementary school, as evidence suggests that tackling the subject early helps children to later make positive decisions. If your kids are still in middle school, they may take part in DARE’s “Keepin’ it REAL” scheme, which uses interactive sessions in the classroom to develop strategies that aid smart decision-making, with research showing that this approach can reduce drug taking by more than 70%. When your kids are in high school, the drug education on offer may be part of the Life Skills Training Program, which encourages the development of skills and coping strategies that promote healthy behaviors, and can reduce drug abuse to a similar extent to DARE’s new program.

Discussing Drugs with Your Teen

Even though effective drug strategies are included on the curriculum for teens, it is still crucial that you keep talking to your kids about substance abuse, as their teenage years are when they are most likely to start experimenting with drugs. While you should begin basic conversations about drugs in kindergarten, by the time your children reach middle school you can offer them more detailed information about the dangers of drugs and practice role playing so that they can confidently turn them down. Try to keep the implications of drug abuse as relevant to your child as possible, so if you know they take pride in their appearance, school work or sporting achievements, include details about how drug taking can jeopardize all of these. Once at high school your kids have no doubt made decisions about drug taking several times already, but talking to older teens about the impact that substance misuse can have on their future and other aspects that are important to them can continue to help them stay clear of drugs.

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CARING FOR MOTHERS AND CHILDREN IN NEED!

January 11, 2015 By Leave a Comment

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Ferndale Healthcare®, Inc. announced in November that its Heliocare® brand has committed to support Vitamin Angels and Walgreens in their effort to help at-risk populations in need – specifically pregnant women, new mothers, and children under five – gain access to high-quality lifesaving and life-changing vitamins and minerals.

 

In 2013, Vitamin Angels connected nearly 30,459,000 children and mothers in over 40 countries, including the US, with the vital nutrients they need as a foundation for good health. In 2014, the non-profit organization hopes to increase this number to reach 40 million children and mothers in approximately 45 countries.

 

Through 2017, a percentage of each Heliocare purchase at any Walgreens location will be donated to help Vitamin Angels provide 100 million children and mothers with the vitamins and minerals they need to live healthy lives. Heliocare® has a Suggested Retail Price of $29.99 and can be purchased in-store or online at www.walgreens.com. To learn more about the program or see a full list of products and participating vendors, please visit: www.walgreens.com/vitaminangels.

 

 

About HELIOCARE®:

The powerful antioxidant formula in each capsule of HELIOCARE® is derived from Polypodium leucotomos extract (PLE), a fern native to Central and South America that has been used for centuries as a remedy for skin related conditions. This fern, which was once an aquatic plant, adapted to life on land and created its own protection from exposure to harsh UV rays. By utilizing the extract of this organically grown plant, HELIOCARE® delivers antioxidants that help the skin protect itself from the first day of use*. For more information, please visit: www.heliocare.com.

 

About Ferndale Healthcare®, Inc.:

Ferndale Healthcare®, Inc. is an affiliate of Ferndale Pharma Group Inc., a fully integrated holding company. Ferndale Healthcare® targets several key specialty markets which encompass disease states that range from benign anorectal disorders to various skin conditions. The company’s mission is to provide high-quality, value-added products that help patients get back to what matters most in their lives—living well. Many of Ferndale Healthcare’s products are leaders in their respective categories. For more information, please visit: www.ferndalehealthcare.com.

 Self Disclosure: No compensation was received to post. Credit: HELIOCARE® and  Ferndale Healthcare®, Inc.

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Esquire’s FRIDAY NIGHT TYKES Screening Invitation

January 11, 2015 By Leave a Comment

In America, football is king and nowhere is football bigger than in Texas. With exclusive access to the 10–11 year-old division of the Texas Youth Football Association, this 10-part docuseries follows five teams on and off the field during the 2014 season. Throughout, coaches and parents offer insight into why they believe they’re teaching valuable lessons about discipline and dedication, but also grapple with serious questions about parenting, safety and at what price we’re pushing our kids to win.  The first season of Friday Night Tykes cast a light on the intense Texas Youth Football Association, but the conversation’s just getting started.

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Self Disclosure: No compensation was received to post.  Credit: FRIDAY NIGHT TYKES.

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Eco-Me Natural Plant Extract Dish Soap

January 9, 2015 By Leave a Comment

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Say goodbye to dirty dishes with new Eco-Me Natural Plant Extracts Dish Soap. This all-natural, earth-friendly soap features food-grade and plant-based ingredients that are tough on grease, but gentle on hands. And, it’s non-toxic, so it’s safe to use on baby and kids’ dishes too! I received a sample to try out and I love the lemony smell. But, most of all I like that it is All-Natural and suds up. It is gentle on hands but cleans really well! It is PETA and Leaping Bunny approved; no animal testing or by-products. I love the natural clean Lemon Fresh scent but it is also available in Citrus Berry, Herbal Mint and Fragrance-free.

It is available in 16 fl oz and retails for $5.99.  Available for purchase in the U.S. at www.eco-me.com and retailers nation-wide.

Self Disclosure: I received a free sample to facilitate this post. Photo Credit: Eco-Me.

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