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		<title>Second Annual Dirt Work Index Survey Results &amp; New Partnership</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 02 Feb 2012 11:24:03 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Erin Tales</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[The Scrubbing Bubbles Dirty Work Index results were just released a few days ago! You might be shocked with the results! This year’s survey focused on men, women and modern families and their approach to cleaning and getting it all done.   Interestingly, Scrubbing Bubbles® found that when it comes to cleaning, women think they do... <a href="http://themombuzz.com/2012/02/02/second-annual-dirt-work-index-survey-results-new-partnership/"> [Continue Reading]</a>]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><img class="alignright" src="http://themombuzz.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/05/toilet.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="224" />The Scrubbing Bubbles Dirty Work Index results were just released a few days ago! You might be shocked with the results!</p>
<p>This year’s survey focused on men, women and modern families and their approach to cleaning and getting it all done.   Interestingly, Scrubbing Bubbles® found that when it comes to cleaning, women think they do it all:</p>
<ul>
<li><em>58 percent of women say it’s their “job” to clean, and a quarter (25 percent) of all women feel as if they are the cleaning “leader” in their homes.</em></li>
<li><em>Conversely, more than half of women confided that they want more overall help from their partner, but 38 percent don’t trust them to meet their standards of cleanliness.</em></li>
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<p><span style="color: #993300;"><strong>Personally, I think my husband and I do equal amounts. Although it&#8217;s true, your spouse rarely does it the way you like. If anything, i prefer him to STEP AWAY from the laundry! It&#8217;s mine. And his way of loading the dishwasher is VERY different than mine. But he is EXCELLENT at cleaning the stove, when he wants to.</strong></span></p>
<p>The survey also revealed that while men <em>are</em> helping around the house, they aren’t given credit when credit’s due:</p>
<ul>
<li>45 percent of men surveyed say it’s <em>their </em>job to clean and contribute to the household accordingly.</li>
<li>More surprisingly, nearly 75 percent of men claim to clean to make their partner happy – demonstrating they do care about helping out and are picking up the slack.</li>
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<p><span style="color: #993300;"><strong>Isn&#8217;t that sweet!? So even if your husband doesn&#8217;t do a perfect-by-your-standards job at cleaning, a little thank you might be good encouragement to continue getting the help around the house you want.</strong></span></p>
<p>To help partners sort it out, Scrubbing Bubbles® has <strong>partnered with John Gray, who is celebrating the 20<sup>th</sup> anniversary of his, best-selling book,  “Men are from Mars, Women are from Venus,”</strong> to engage in a healthy discussion to try to resolve the age-old household chore debate.</p>
<p><span style="color: #993300;"><strong>I totally remember reading that book in college? The gist of it is that men and women are just different, see things different and react to situations differently. Which is what makes us such good teams in everyday life!</strong><strong> I can&#8217;t wait to see how this &#8220;partnership&#8221; works out for Scrubbing Bubbles and John Gray and how it can help us have that clean house we want!</strong></span></p>
<p>For more information on Scrubbing Bubbles<sup>®</sup> visit <a href="http://www.scrubbingbubbles.com/" target="_blank">www.scrubbingbubbles.com</a>, <a href="http://www.facebook.com/ScrubbingBubbles" target="_blank">www.Facebook.com/<wbr>ScrubbingBubbles</wbr></a> or follow them on Twitter at <a href="http://www.twitter.com/Scrubbingbubble" target="_blank">@ScrubbingBubble</a></p>
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		<title>RetailMeNot for Affordable Valentine&#8217;s Gifts</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 01 Feb 2012 11:57:07 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Erin Tales</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Ready to woo your sweetheart this Valentine&#8217;s Day? Well, start your search for the perfect Valentine&#8217;s gift at the money-saving website called Retail Me Not, so you&#8217;ll have extra money for a romantic dinner out, as well. Retail Me Not is the largest online coupon website, with a huge database of online coupon codes, printable... <a href="http://themombuzz.com/2012/02/01/retailmenot/"> [Continue Reading]</a>]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><img class="alignright size-full wp-image-20310" title="conversation" src="http://themombuzz.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/conversation.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="200" />Ready to woo your sweetheart this Valentine&#8217;s Day? Well, start your search for the perfect Valentine&#8217;s gift at the money-saving website called <strong>Retail Me Not</strong>, so you&#8217;ll have extra money for a romantic dinner out, as well.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.retailmenot.com">Retail Me Not</a> is the largest <a href="http://www.retailmenot.com">online coupon website</a>, with a huge database of online coupon codes, printable coupons, free shipping codes and special offers. RetailMeNot.com is a community-driven resource for savings, where users can vote on the reliability of coupons, so you have a better idea that the coupon is valid.</p>
<p>There are more than half a million online discounts at retailers that offer perfect Valentine&#8217;s gifts, such as Bath &amp; Body Works (average discount 12%), Victoria&#8217;s Secret (average discount 19%), and Blue Nile (average discount 86%). RetailMeNot also makes it easy to search for deals at specific stores, simply type in the name of the store in the search bar and you get a list of relevant stores, along with the coupons and promotions available.</p>
<p>So this Valentine&#8217;s, don&#8217;t leave your significant other with stale conversation hearts and wilted flowers, thinking you couldn&#8217;t afford more. Enjoy 10- 15- 20% savings at popular retailers and spice up your Valentine&#8217;s Date!</p>
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		<title>Molding Hard Boiled Eggs: Fun Breakfast or Snack  (BENTO)</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 31 Jan 2012 11:50:44 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Erin Tales</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Last year I discovered that you can mold hard boiled eggs into fun shapes using an egg mold and ice water. The process to shape the egg is quicker than boiling eggs and the result is cute and fun for children and adults. And it is a big hit in the bento community! To get... <a href="http://themombuzz.com/2012/01/31/molding-hard-boiled-eggs-fun-breakfast-or-snack-bento/"> [Continue Reading]</a>]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-20648" title="mold4" src="http://themombuzz.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/mold4-e1327937363914.jpg" alt="" width="495" height="300" /></p>
<p><img class="alignright  wp-image-20645" title="mold1" src="http://themombuzz.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/mold1.jpg" alt="" width="182" height="313" />Last year I discovered that you can mold hard boiled eggs into fun shapes using an egg mold and ice water. The process to shape the egg is quicker than boiling eggs and the result is cute and fun for children and adults. And it is a big hit in the bento community!</p>
<p>To get started you need an Egg Mold. You can purchase a variety of Egg Molds from Amazon. They usually come as a two-pack, but I have seen a Hello Kitty Egg Mold which sold by itself. Here are some cute designs to consider, prices start at $3.60 for a set.</p>
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<li><a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001UKC10Q/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=morthadicandj-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=390957&amp;creativeASIN=B001UKC10Q">Hello Kitty Boil Egg Mold</a><img style="border: none !important; margin: 0px !important;" src="http://www.assoc-amazon.com/e/ir?t=morthadicandj-20&amp;l=as2&amp;o=1&amp;a=B001UKC10Q" alt="" width="1" height="1" border="0" /></li>
<li><a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002TZ04J6/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=morthadicandj-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=390957&amp;creativeASIN=B002TZ04J6">Rabbit and Bear Egg Mold</a><img style="border: none !important; margin: 0px !important;" src="http://www.assoc-amazon.com/e/ir?t=morthadicandj-20&amp;l=as2&amp;o=1&amp;a=B002TZ04J6" alt="" width="1" height="1" border="0" /></li>
<li><a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002TZ04JG/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=morthadicandj-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=390957&amp;creativeASIN=B002TZ04JG">Fish and Car Egg Mold</a><img style="border: none !important; margin: 0px !important;" src="http://www.assoc-amazon.com/e/ir?t=morthadicandj-20&amp;l=as2&amp;o=1&amp;a=B002TZ04JG" alt="" width="1" height="1" border="0" /></li>
<li><a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002TZ04GO/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=morthadicandj-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=390957&amp;creativeASIN=B002TZ04GO">Heart and Star Egg Mold</a><img style="border: none !important; margin: 0px !important;" src="http://www.assoc-amazon.com/e/ir?t=morthadicandj-20&amp;l=as2&amp;o=1&amp;a=B002TZ04GO" alt="" width="1" height="1" border="0" /></li>
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<p><strong>STEPS TO MOLD YOUR EGGS</strong>:</p>
<ol>
<li>First, you <strong>boil your eggs</strong> like normal. Have trouble boiling eggs? Try Emeril&#8217;s <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/emeril-lagasse/perfectly-boiled-eggs-recipe/index.html">Perfectly Boiled Eggs</a> directions.</li>
<li>Next, get a bowl of ice water ready. You want enough cold water to submerge your egg molds and I add lots of chipped ice.</li>
<li><img class="alignright size-full wp-image-20646" title="mold2" src="http://themombuzz.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/mold2.jpg" alt="" width="181" height="106" />Once the eggs are done, remove them from the pot and start <strong>peeling the shell</strong> off. You want to do this when they are still warm. I have used either a towel to hold onto the hot egg as I use a spoon to remove the shell. I also will run the eggs under cold water as I remove the shell, which also helps remove any tiny pieces of shell that want to stick to your egg. Either method works fine.</li>
<li>After I remove a shell, I immediately place the deshelled egg into an egg mold. Try to place it in a way that would best fill the mold once you shut it. Shut and clasp the mold and insert it into the ice water.</li>
<li><img class="alignright size-full wp-image-20647" title="mold3" src="http://themombuzz.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/mold3.jpg" alt="" width="175" height="204" />You will have the egg mold with the egg in the ice water for three &#8211; five minutes. Three works fine. Five if you are feeling cautious the first time.</li>
<li>Open the egg mold, release the formed egg, salt and pepper if desire and eat!</li>
</ol>
<p><strong>TIPS:</strong> You can be working on multiple eggs at the same time. As soon as I put one in a mold, I deshell the next egg and put it in it&#8217;s egg mold and ice water bath. By then it&#8217;s time to release the previous egg and I can de-shell a new one. It&#8217;s a quick, continuous process. It&#8217;s best to have 2 egg molds to work with, though. Thankfully they are mostly sold in two-packs.</p>
<p>Hope you enjoyed this tutorial and tips! Any questions or thoughts, just ask below!</p>
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		<title>5Star Personal Security Sensor #win</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 30 Jan 2012 11:23:19 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Erin Tales</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[A few months ago, I buzzed the 5Star Personal Security Sensor on my Holiday Gift Guide. I liked that it was an affordable form of personal security, getting you in touch with help at the touch of a button. Do you worry about your daughters safety in high school or their college campus? Or maybe... <a href="http://themombuzz.com/2012/01/30/5star-personal-security-sensor-win/"> [Continue Reading]</a>]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><img class="alignright size-full wp-image-20573" title="5star" src="http://themombuzz.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/5star.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="187" />A few months ago, I buzzed the 5Star Personal Security Sensor on my <a href="http://themombuzz.com/giftguide/2011/11/for-her-5star-personal-security-sensor/">Holiday Gift Guide</a>. I liked that it was an affordable form of personal security, getting you in touch with help at the touch of a button.</p>
<p>Do you worry about your daughters safety in high school or their college campus? Or maybe your wife (or you) work late at night or run an early morning jog through dark streets. We all know danger is out there when you least expect it. But with 5Star, if they fee they are in danger they simply press the device&#8217;s button and they will be in touch with highly-trained Certified Response Agents who can:</p>
<ul>
<li>Identify them and their location,</li>
<li>Conference in family or friends,</li>
<li>Dispatch 9-1-1 emergency service,</li>
<li>Access a nurse;</li>
<li>And provide any additional assistance, as needed.</li>
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<p>You can also use the device to contact 9-1-1 directly if needed.</p>
<p>Already the 5Star Responder is getting a lot of praise online, receiving a 5 out of 5 rating. The 5Star Responder is a small, stylish, mobile communication device that’s available in silver and black.  Users can conveniently attach the GPS enabled Responder to a keychain, purse, or backpack. The 5Star Urgent Response service is also now available as a downloadable smartphone app for iPhone on iTunes.</p>
<p>Learn more from John Walsh:<br />
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<p><strong>5 Star is available for purchase now at </strong><a href="http://www.greatcall.com/" target="_blank">www.greatcall.com</a><strong> or by calling GreatCall directly at <a href="tel:800-650-3946" target="_blank">800-650-3946</a>. The responder is $49.99. There is a one-time activation charge of $35. The monthly service is $15.<br />
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<p style="text-align: center;"><img class="aligncenter" title="WINTMB" src="http://themombuzz.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/12/WINTMB.jpg" alt="WINTMB" width="500" height="100" /><strong>One reader will win a 5Star responder with 1 month of free service. (Prize given in the form of a gift certificate that can be redeemed) &#8211; $65 Value<br />
</strong></p>
<p><strong>FIRST: MANDATORY ENTRY:</strong></p>
<p>Just chat to me about why you would like to win the 5Star Personal Security Sensor.<br />
<strong></strong></p>
<p><strong>SECOND: EXTRA ENTRIES:</strong></p>
<p>To receive these extra opportunities for entries, you must fulfill the first REQUIRED/MANDATORY entry. But for extra entries, you can do the following – leave a comment for each:</p>
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<li><a href="http://www.facebook.com/greatcall">Connect with Great Call on Facebook</a></li>
<li>Watch the Video from John Walsh above &#8211; tell me something you learned and liked from his video.</li>
<li>Add <a href="http://www.twitter.com/themombuzz">theMomBuzz to your Twitter</a></li>
<li>Share this contest on <strong>your</strong> Facebook page &#8211; Link it to @theMomBuzz &#8211; Here is the text:</li>
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<blockquote><p>Win a 5Star Personal Security Sensor @theMomBuzz from @GreatCall &#8211; Give-away ends 2.29.12 http://themombuzz.com/?p=20567<em><strong></strong></em></p></blockquote>
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<li>Tweet the following &#8211; can be done daily:</li>
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<blockquote><p><em>#win a 5Star Personal Security Sensor from  at #themombuzz from @GreatCallInc </em> &#8211; <em>Visit http://themombuzz.com/?p=20567<strong><em><strong></strong></em></strong></em></p></blockquote>
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<li>Stumble any review or post on theMomBuzz.com (Please don&#8217;t Stumble Give-aways). Let me know what you Stumbled!</li>
<li>Leave a comment on any post here at theMomBuzz &#8211; let me know where you left a comment</li>
<li>Enter any other <a href="http://themombuzz.com/contests/">contest at the Mom Buzz -</a> let me know where you entered.</li>
<li>Add the Mom Buzz to your blogroll (Feed: <strong>http://themombuzz.com/feed/</strong>)</li>
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<p><strong>Contest ends 2/29/12. This is open to the USA. Please refer to <a href="../contests/">complete contest rules</a>. The entries listed above are the ONLY entries for this contest. Winners will be notified by e-mail (if supplied in the entry or on profile page), as well as on the Winner’s Wall.</strong></p>
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<h5><em>This is solely the opinion of the Mom Buzz. Other people may have different experiences with the product. And don’t forget to enter my other <a href="../2011/06/28/2011/06/22/2009/12/16/contests/">hot contests </a>so you can win and try buzzworthy products! The Mom Buzz was not compensated for this buzz. The Mom Buzz will receive a Job Interview Success Kit for sharing the buzz.<br />
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		<title>Minted Classroom Valentine&#8217;s Day Cards</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 27 Jan 2012 11:05:47 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Erin Tales</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Back in November I was buzzing Minted for their holiday card selection, which was unique and customizable. They made ordering cards simple and fun, done in just a few clicks. And now they are at it again with their Valentine&#8217;s Selection! Minted actually has classroom Valentine&#8217;s Day cards that can be personalized with embellishments, different... <a href="http://themombuzz.com/2012/01/27/minted-classroom-valentines-day-cards/"> [Continue Reading]</a>]]></description>
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<p>Back in November I was buzzing Minted for their holiday card selection, which was unique and customizable. They made ordering cards simple and fun, done in just a few clicks. And now they are at it again with their Valentine&#8217;s Selection!</p>
<p>Minted actually has classroom Valentine&#8217;s Day cards that can be personalized with embellishments, different papers, names and photos. I was in LOVE with the idea of adding my son&#8217;s photo to his <a href="http://www.minted.com/kids-valentines-day-cards">classroom Valentine&#8217;s Day cards</a>, but I also wanted to use the same card for my youngest son &#8211; so I decided to forgo that uber-cool option. You can also further personalize cards by changing text and taking advantage of multiple color options.</p>
<p>Minted has a great selection of Valentine&#8217;s Day cards, and you can search by gender (boy, girl or neutral). And you can also choose whether it features a photo on the front, although you can choose to add a photo on the backs of most of the cards for an additional fee.</p>
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<p>I chose <a href="http://www.minted.com/customizer/sku/MIN-60M-CVD">You Amaze Me</a>. If you figure a normal class size is 25 (more or less), then I could have gotten 25 of these cards for $21. I am using these cards for both my boys, so I ordered 45 for $27. I was provided with a code to review these cards. There were two color options. One was Tangerine, which was bold Tangerine (Orange) and Strawberry (Pinkish) Stripes. I chose Bright Teal, which is Teal and Lime striped. I could type in my son&#8217;s name from the FROM line on top, but chose to leave it blank since I am using extras for my youngest.</p>
<p>What I like about this card is that the recipient can actually do a maze too, so it&#8217;s a little activity. I will probably attach a lollipop to it, though.</p>
<p>Other options could be to leave it as a flat card or have it as a folded card. I chose a flat card. I also chose their signature paper, which is thick, slightly textured and really wonderful. But you can also choose Pearlescent Paper or Premium 100% Recycled Paper.</p>
<p>Just remember, these cards are &#8220;Classroom Valentine&#8217;s&#8221;, so they are smaller than traditional Minted cards. These measure 2.5&#8243; x 3.5&#8243;. Super small, super cute.</p>
<p>Check out the complete selection of  <a href="http://www.minted.com/kids-valentines-day-cards">classroom Valentine&#8217;s Day cards</a> at <strong>Minted.com</strong>.</p>
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		<title>Look Who&#8217;s Growing: Growth Chart #win #discount</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 26 Jan 2012 16:05:48 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Erin Tales</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[10% DISCOUNT CODE for Look Who&#8217;s Growing Growth Chart: Buzzing10 A few months ago one of my good friends asked if I knew of a place she could get a personalized growth chart. I sent her to Etsy at the time, because I didn&#8217;t know of any online stores specializing in growth charts. Well, now... <a href="http://themombuzz.com/2012/01/26/look-whos-growing-growth-chart-win-discount/"> [Continue Reading]</a>]]></description>
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<p><img class="alignright size-full wp-image-20546" title="look whos growing" src="http://themombuzz.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/look-whos-growing.png" alt="" width="250" height="166" />A few months ago one of my good friends asked if I knew of a place she could get a <a href="http://lookwhosgrowing.ca/products/">personalized growth chart</a>. I sent her to Etsy at the time, because I didn&#8217;t know of any online stores specializing in growth charts. Well, now I am happy I can share with her and you <a href="http://lookwhosgrowing.ca/products/"><strong>Look Who&#8217;s Growing</strong></a>, providing growth charts that you can personalize with over 20 designs, your children&#8217;s names, various color options and even pictures.</p>
<p>I had the opportunity to review a growth chart for my boys, and I have to say I was impressed at the quality and attention-to-detail. It is printed on a vinyl material, which to me has a nice, fresh scent when I first opened my box. It smelled new. It was nicely rolled, so no creases in the vinyl. On the top of my growth chart it has two grommets for easy hanging, plus it eliminates the need of puncturing the vinyl to hang it on the wall. On the bottom of the growth chart it has a dowel hidden inside the chart, to ensure it hangs straight for accurate measuring.</p>
<p><img class="alignright  wp-image-20547" title="growth" src="http://themombuzz.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/growth.jpg" alt="" width="128" height="390" />There were 23 style choices when I ordered. I loved <span style="color: #ff6600;"><strong><a href="http://lookwhosgrowing.ca/products/index.php/growth-charts/liquid-fire-growth-chart.html"><span style="color: #ff6600;">Liquid Fire</span></a></strong></span> for a boy and the purple <a href="http://lookwhosgrowing.ca/products/index.php/growth-charts/origin-growth-chart.html"><span style="color: #800080;"><strong>Origin</strong></span></a> for a girl. But in the end, it was the <strong><a href="http://lookwhosgrowing.ca/products/index.php/growth-charts/giraffe-growth-chart.html">Giraffe</a></strong> who got my attention. I chose that one to design and received the 12&#8243; width. On the site you can choose 12&#8243; or 6&#8243; width, the 12&#8243; width is an additional $25.  Included with the Chart Price is personalization of your child&#8217;s name, their date of birth annd your choice of font (Block or Script). You can also add a photo for an additional $20. I think I normally wouldn&#8217;t have added the photo, but for the review I wanted to see how it looked.</p>
<p>I uploaded a favorite photo of my boys. <a href="http://LookWhosGrowing.ca">LookWhosGrowing.ca</a> took the time to photoshop the photo so that it would fit perfectly on the growth chart. The only other company I&#8217;ve worked with that took the time to do the same was <a href="http://PicturesonGold.com">PicturesonGold.com</a>, so I commend Looks Who&#8217;s Growing for their attention-to-detail.</p>
<p>A Growth Chart from Look Who&#8217;s Growing costs $34.99. It provides over 6 feet of &#8220;growth&#8221;. You hang it at the 2 feet above the ground.</p>
<p><strong>Pricing of a Growth Chart: <em>includes a 6&#8243; width and Name and Birth Date Personalization.</em></strong></p>
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<li><strong>Growth Chart:</strong> $34.99</li>
<li><strong>12&#8243; Width:</strong> +$25</li>
<li><strong>Photo:</strong> +$20</li>
<li><strong>Normal Shipping:</strong> $18</li>
<li><strong>Tax &#8211; 13%:</strong> $10.39</li>
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<p>Don&#8217;t forget where you saw these cool growth charts! Follow Looks Who&#8217;s Growing on <a href="https://twitter.com/lookwhosgrowing">Twitter</a> and<a href="http://www.facebook.com/LookWhosGrowing"> Facebook</a> to stay up-to-date on their latest news.</p>
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<p style="text-align: center;"><strong>One reader will win a 12&#8243; Growth Chart with Personalization (Name, Date, Photo) ($108 Value)<br />
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<p><strong>FIRST: MANDATORY ENTRY:</strong></p>
<p>Visit <a href="http://lookwhosgrowing.ca/products/"><strong>Look Who&#8217;s Growing</strong></a> and tell me your favorite growth chart option by leaving a comment below.<br />
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<p><strong>SECOND: EXTRA ENTRIES:</strong></p>
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		<title>5 Mom-Inspired Driving Tips #Esurance</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 26 Jan 2012 13:46:01 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Erin Tales</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Without a doubt, we have so may distractions when driving. But when you have &#8220;precious cargo&#8221; &#8211; your children &#8211; in the back seat, you should use a little more common sense and drive with safety as a priority. Because when you let yourself be distracted, you are putting your children at risk. Here are... <a href="http://themombuzz.com/2012/01/26/5-mom-inspired-driving-tips-esurance/"> [Continue Reading]</a>]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><img class="alignright size-full wp-image-20611" title="driving" src="http://themombuzz.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/driving.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="225" />Without a doubt, we have so may distractions when driving. But when you have &#8220;precious cargo&#8221; &#8211; your children &#8211; in the back seat, you should use a little more common sense and drive with safety as a priority. Because when you let yourself be distracted, you are putting your children at risk. Here are 5 Mom-Inspired Driving Tips, although I am sure there are more we can add! After you read this, if you feel I should have added one just post a comment with your own tips!</p>
<p>1. <strong>Put Away the Smart Phones:</strong> Smart Phones increase the distraction thanks to using them to make calls, text and check all your social networks every time you are at a red light. And we know plenty of people try to do those same things when driving! My mom won&#8217;t even answer the phone when she drives. She just checks her messages when she reaches her destination, which is just minutes away. If the compulsion is too great, you can also put your phone in your purse (what I do) or even put it in the trunk of your car.</p>
<p><strong>2. Don&#8217;t Turn Around When Driving:</strong> I know it sounds simple enough, but moms are so used to seeing to their children&#8217;s requests. From picking up a fallen pacifier, trying to soothe a fussy baby, getting snacks out, or when your child asks you to &#8220;look at this&#8221;. But taking your eyes off the road for just a second can cause an accident if the cars around you suddenly brake, come into your lane or a pedestrian crosses, thinking your eyes are on the road &#8211; not the child in the backseat.</p>
<p><strong>3. Buckle Up:</strong> It was such a no-brainer, I almost didn&#8217;t think of it until I saw<a href="http://blog.esurance.com/5-mom-inspired-driving-tips/"> Esurance&#8217;s Driving Tips for Parent&#8217;s</a>. But, they are totally correct! Even if you are driving a short distance within your neighborhood, buckle up yourself AND your children. Remember what they say, most accidents happen when you are almost at home. It&#8217;s amazing how many children I see improperly buckled, seated or babies in their parent&#8217;s laps in the front seat as the car is moving!</p>
<p><strong>4. Leave the House 5- 10 Minutes Early:</strong> Or at least try to. If you think you need to leave the house at 2:30, leave at 2:20. Because without a doubt a child will want to run in for one last thing, someone will have to pee, or you&#8217;ll forget the cell phone and have to rush in yourself. So by the time you actually leave, 5 &#8211; 10 minutes have flown by. If you take into account those last minute extras, you won&#8217;t be rushing on the road. And if by some miracle everyone did get in the car the first time, you can enjoy a nice leisurely drive to your destination.</p>
<p><strong>5. Follow the laws of the road:</strong> Obey the speed limit, follow the traffic lights, stop completely at a stop sign, and don&#8217;t try to race a slowing or stopping school bus. All of these laws are in place for your safety and the safety of those around you. The result is you can teach your children good driving habits and you can avoid paying a nasty traffic ticket yourself!</p>
<p>Those are my five top driving tips for moms, although all drivers can benefit from them. The difference is that moms easily place their children&#8217;s safety first, so when in doubt remember if you don&#8217;t want your children to be harmed, just keep your eye on the road, your foot light on the pedal and pay attention to your surroundings (not your phone) when driving.</p>
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		<title>Publix: The Best Meals Happen at Home &#8211; #win #myblogspark</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 26 Jan 2012 11:47:54 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Erin Tales</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[I love shopping at Publix. The other day I stepped into a different supermarket, since it was next door to a Dollar Tree I was shopping at, and I was just disgusted. The store had poor lighting and simply didn&#8217;t look clean. I would have expected lower prices with such a disappointing interior. But nope,... <a href="http://themombuzz.com/2012/01/26/publix-the-best-meals-happen-at-home-win-myblogspark/"> [Continue Reading]</a>]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><img class="alignright size-full wp-image-20396" title="best_meals_logo" src="http://themombuzz.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/best_meals_logo.jpg" alt="" width="267" height="288" />I love shopping at Publix. The other day I stepped into a different supermarket, since it was next door to a Dollar Tree I was shopping at, and I was just disgusted. The store had poor lighting and simply didn&#8217;t look clean. I would have expected lower prices with such a disappointing interior. But nope, most of the items I would normally buy were actually more expensive, especially without Publix&#8217;s amazing BOGO deals that you can always find. I ended up abandoning a shopping cart mid-aisle just to get out of there with my son without cooties or wasting money. And two day later I shopped at my beloved Publix for the items I needed.</p>
<p>Well, starting today (January 26, 2012) Publix will help you save even more! Publix is inviting you to take advantage of great savings on some of our favorite brands during their “Best Meals Happen at Home” event, ending February 1st. In-store coupons for the event will be valid through February 15th. The purpose of the event is to help families have a delicious meal, without having to stress about what to prepare or spending hours in the kitchen. And you can also visit their website &#8211; <a href="http://bit.ly/PublixBestMeals">BestMealsatHome</a> &#8211; for fabulous recipes that can be completed in 30 minutes or less. You can also follow <a href="http://on.fb.me/BestMealsFB">BestMealsatHome on Facebook</a>.</p>
<p>Here is just an example of the recipes you can find at BeatMealsatHome.com &#8211; reprinted with permission:</p>
<p><strong>Crunchy Chicken Nuggets</strong>:</p>
<p>Prep time: 15 Min<br />
Cook time: 25 Min<br />
Makes: 4 servings</p>
<p>Ingredients:</p>
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<li>2 cups Cheerios<sup>®</sup> cereal</li>
<li>1/2 teaspoon salt</li>
<li>1/4 teaspoon pepper</li>
<li>1/4 cup milk</li>
<li>2 tablespoons honey</li>
<li>1 tablespoon mustard</li>
<li>1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces</li>
<li>2 tablespoons butter or margarine, melted</li>
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<p>Directions:</p>
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<li>Heat oven to 400°F. Spray with cooking spray or lightly grease 13&#215;9-inch pan.</li>
<li>Finely crush cereal. Stir together cereal, salt and pepper; set aside. In medium bowl, stir together milk, honey and mustard until blended. Dip chicken into milk mixture; coat with cereal mixture. Place chicken in pan; drizzle with melted butter.</li>
<li>Bake 20 to 25 minutes or until crust is golden and chicken is no longer pink in center.</li>
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<p><strong><strong>FIRST: MANDATORY ENTRY: (You can answer both for additional entries.)<br />
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<li>What deal will your take advantage of from <a href="http://bit.ly/PublixBestMeals">BestMealsatHome</a>?</li>
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<li>What recipe will you try from <a href="http://bit.ly/PublixBestMeals">BestMealsatHome</a>?</li>
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		<title>Thirty-One Gifts &#8211; Zip It or Cinch It Totes #win $100 Gift Certificate</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 26 Jan 2012 00:51:23 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Erin Tales</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[I was introduced to Thirty-One by a local friend who is actually a party consultant. I loved the selection, often spotting totes and containers that friends and family would love. And some times there are fabulous deals that you just can&#8217;t pass up! Right now they have a $5 discount on two awesome products &#8211;... <a href="http://themombuzz.com/2012/01/25/thirty-one-gifts-zip-it-or-cinch-it-totes-win-100-gift-certificate/"> [Continue Reading]</a>]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://www.thirtyonegifts.com/catalog/page1"><img class="alignright size-medium wp-image-20587" title="zipit" src="http://themombuzz.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/zipit-209x300.jpg" alt="" width="209" height="300" /></a>I was introduced to Thirty-One by a local friend who is actually a party consultant. I loved the selection, often spotting totes and containers that friends and family would love. And some times there are fabulous deals that you just can&#8217;t pass up! Right now they have a $5 discount on two awesome products &#8211; their thermal totes in Zip and Cinch It styles! But grab up the deals while you can, because they expire in DAYS &#8211; January 31st, 2012!</p>
<p><strong>Thermal Tote (item 3000):</strong> The Thermal Tote is normally a $15 Value. It measures 9.5&#8243;H x 14&#8243; W x 4.5&#8243;D. It features a smooth, nylon outer, silver thermal foil lining and zipper closure. It has webbed handles and an outer front pocket. It has 11 different fabric choices and you can personalize it for an additional $7. And right now you can <strong><a href="http://www.thirtyonegifts.com/catalog/page6_7">get the Thermal Tote for just $10</a>!</strong> <em>(By the way, my tote of choice is <span style="color: #ff00ff;">Pink Circle Spirals</span>!)</em></p>
<p><strong>NEW Cinch-It-Up Thermal Tote (item 3785):</strong> There is also a new Cinch-It-Up Thermal Tote, featuring a cinch-top and a longer handle that you can sling over your shoulder. Dimensions are 10.5”H x 9.5”W x 5.25”D. The silver foil lining keeps your food the temperature you want &#8211; warm or col. It comes in 5 fabulous colors, including a fabulous <span style="color: #993300;"><strong>leopard floral</strong></span>, if you&#8217;re feeling wild! And it is 30% BIGGER than the Thermal Tote &#8211; great for moms packing for themselves and their kids. Normally it retails for $20, but you can get the <strong>Cinch-It-Up Thermal Tote for just $15</strong> right now! <em>(Deal ends 1/31/2012.)</em> View the video to see it in action &#8211; quick 30-second video with no talking, just music:</p>
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<p>Both products can be purchased through a consultant, simply visit <a href="http://www.thirtyonegifts.com">www.thirtyonegifts.com</a> to locate yours!</p>
<p><strong>New Spring 2012 Catalog:</strong></p>
<p>Thirty-One’s New Spring 2012 Catalog is out and filled with stylish, affordable, exclusive products. Beach Totes, Stylish Purses, Storage Solutions, Backpacks and more.  Thee is something for everyone from Thirty-One! And with stylish personalization, each item can be uniquely yours.</p>
<p><strong>Become a Thirty-One Consultant:</strong><br />
Like I said in the beginning, my friend is a Thirty-One Consultant. Not only does she earn income from her own sales, but from the sales of the women she helped become consultants, as well. So many women across American now have their own &#8220;Thirty-One Story.&#8221; Use your Thirty-One income to help pay for those extras in life or use the opportunity to help add to your family&#8217;s income. And this opportunity begins with a $99 investment in a business kit worth more than $300!</p>
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<p>Check out the <a href="http://www.thirtyonegifts.com/catalog/page1">Thirty-One online catalog</a>! What is one must-have item you would purchase with your certificate if you won? (Leave your answer in the comment section below.)<br />
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		<title>New Stroller: Baby Cargo 200 Series Lightweight Umbrella Stroller</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 25 Jan 2012 11:11:51 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Erin Tales</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[For the past 3 years, I&#8217;ve been using my giant Easy Walker Duo Stroller for my two boys. But with my oldest now in school, I needed a nice, dependable and sturdy single stroller to use with my youngest for play-dates, mall trips, errands and more. Yes, he is 4, but he can be pokey.... <a href="http://themombuzz.com/2012/01/25/new-stroller-baby-cargo-200-series-lightweight-umbrella-stroller/"> [Continue Reading]</a>]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>For the past 3 years, I&#8217;ve been using my giant Easy Walker Duo Stroller for my two boys. But with my oldest now in school, I needed a nice, dependable and sturdy <a href="http://www.babycargo.com/">single stroller</a> to use with my youngest for play-dates, mall trips, errands and more. Yes, he is 4, but he can be pokey. And if he sits in a stroller I can zoom around fast and not have him get in too much trouble!</p>
<p>We&#8217;ve been using a simple Lightening McQueen Umbrella Stroller, but it has no &#8220;perks&#8221;. It&#8217;s just a simple stroller that has started to sag underneath his 36 pound body. So we were introduced to Baby Cargo 200 Series <a href="http://www.babycargo.com/">Lightweight Umbrella Stroller</a> to give it our thoughts!</p>
<p><strong><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-20525" title="stroller3" src="http://themombuzz.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/stroller3.jpg" alt="" width="475" height="616" />Baby Cargo 200 Series Umbrella Stroller Review</strong></p>
<p>We&#8217;ve been using the Baby Cargo 200 for 1 month now. Our first trip with it was to the zoo for their holiday event. It gave the boys a chance to sit when they got tired, and allowed us to stick with the group since we also went with my sister and her older kids. It also gave us a real chance to compare it to a lower-end umbrella stroller.</p>
<p><strong>Storage:</strong> One of the first things I have to chat about is the ability to store goodies, both underneath the stroller in the basket, as well as with a small pocket on the back of the seat. So I was able to keep larger items, like extra coats and and scarves, underneath the stroller. While I used the small basket to hang on to small knick-knacks the kids were winning at the holiday event. This smaller pocket can also be buttoned with snap buttons for security.</p>
<p><strong>Shade:</strong> The Canopy sits higher, so it wouldn&#8217;t land on my son&#8217;s head when I opened it. Our other umbrella stroller we can&#8217;t put down the flat canopy, because it lands on his head. The canopy on the Baby Cargo 200 also has a &#8220;viewing window&#8221;, so you don&#8217;t have to pull it back to see what your child is doing.</p>
<p><strong>Accessories:</strong> It came with a <strong>cup holder</strong> and a <strong>rain cover</strong>, which is tucked into the basket area when not in use.There is also a shoulder strap, so you can carry the lightweight stroller easily.</p>
<p><strong>Leg Rest:</strong> It has a unique, adjustable leg rest. You can keep it high for little ones or lower for toddlers and preschoolers. It is a little tricky for me to adjust the leg rest, I usually end up getting down to look at the shifting buttons to make sure I am totally unlocked so I can move the leg rest where I want.</p>
<p><strong>Multi-position Back Rest:</strong> The back rest also is adjustable, pretty much however you want it. It does not fully recline in a flat position, but it does recline far enough to be comfortable for a baby.</p>
<p><strong>Fabric:</strong> The fabric is soft, cool and seems easy to clean.</p>
<p><strong>Safety:</strong> The Baby Cargo 200 has a 5-point harness to keep a baby safely in the stroller. For my preschooler, I simply tuck the seatbelt back so he can go in and out of the stroller easily when I walk around the zoo, mall, etc.</p>
<p><strong>Comfort:</strong> My husband is more comfortable using the Baby Cargo than our other stroller, because the handles sit higher. You can grab the handles comfortable between 41&#8243; &#8211; 44&#8243;.</p>
<p><strong>Who can fit in the Baby Cargo 200?</strong> The baby can be used from birth on up. It sits my 36 pound child easily, still offering him a smooth ride. I estimate that it can be used up to 40 &#8211; 50 pounds.</p>
<p><strong>Dimensions and Weight:</strong> The stroller is &#8220;lightweight&#8221;, weighing just 13.7 pounds. It folds pretty &#8220;tight&#8221;, folded dimensions are 42&#8243; x 12&#8243; x 10&#8243;.</p>
<p><strong>COLORS:</strong> I have a stain-hiding Ocean/Stone color combination. Most of the outside color (facing the world) is a dark blue, while the inner side (facing the child) is stone colored. Other colors include a gorgeous Pomegranate/Cherry Combo (my favorite) and Smoke/Mirror &#8211; which is a beige-like color combo.</p>
<p><strong>Want to learn more?</strong> Visit<a href="http://babycargo.com"> BabyCargo.com</a> to see the 200 Series, as well as their 100 and 300 Series of Strollers.</p>
<p><strong>Baby Cargo Online Retailers</strong></p>
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<li><a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B006O1YSAW/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=morthadicandj-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=390957&amp;creativeASIN=B006O1YSAW">Baby Cargo 200 Series Lightweight Umbrella Stroller on <strong>Amazon</strong></a><strong><img style="border: none !important; margin: 0px !important;" src="http://www.assoc-amazon.com/e/ir?t=morthadicandj-20&amp;l=as2&amp;o=1&amp;a=B006O1YSAW" alt="" width="1" height="1" border="0" /></strong></li>
<li><a href="http://www.ababy.com/results3.asp?KeyWord=baby+cargo">Baby Cargo on <strong>aBaby.com</strong></a></li>
<li><a href="http://www.wayfair.com/keyword.php?keyword=baby+cargo&amp;ust=&amp;dept=0&amp;command=dosearch">Baby Cargo on <strong>Wayfair.com</strong></a></li>
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