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		<title>Organizing Utility Tote &#8211; For Organizing My Laptop &amp; Work</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 13 Mar 2012 10:58:50 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Erin Tales</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[So, my little work station is portable. It&#8217;s my laptop, my planner, my Bamboo touch tablet, and some pens. I normally work on my little kitchen table. And when I am done working, I needed a safe, portable tote to put my items away and also be able to take my items on the go... <a href="http://themombuzz.com/2012/03/13/organizing-utility-tote-for-organizing-my-laptop-work/"> [Continue Reading]</a>]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><img class="alignright size-full wp-image-21273" title="thirtyone" src="http://themombuzz.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/thirtyone.jpg" alt="" width="292" height="432" />So, my little work station is portable. It&#8217;s my laptop, my planner, my Bamboo touch tablet, and some pens. I normally work on my little kitchen table. And when I am done working, I needed a safe, portable tote to put my items away and also be able to take my items on the go to write in different locations.</p>
<p>I tried typical laptop bags, but they actually didn&#8217;t have enough room. And my old briefcase was just too stodgy. But then I received the <a href="http://catalog.thirtyonegifts.com/images/popup/3105.jpg">Organizing Utility Tote</a> from <a title="thirty-one gifts" href="http://www.thirtyonegifts.com" target="_blank">Thirty-One Gifts</a>. It was perfect!</p>
<p>First off, it&#8217;s just ROOMY! It&#8217;s 10.25&#8243; H x 15.5&#8243; W x 6.5&#8243; D. The height gives enough clearance so that my planner and laptop are safely IN the bag, not peeking out. The width is wide enough to handle my 12&#8243; laptop and 9&#8243; planner. And the depth is deep enough to fit all my items securely. It has two mesh pockets along the sides, so I can stick in a phone, Flip or other devices. And there are 5 pockets in all, 3 on the front and two on the back. This is where I store little papers, business cards and writing utensils. Everything is within easy reach and slides out easily when I want it.</p>
<p><img class="alignright size-full wp-image-21276" title="3105" src="http://themombuzz.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/3105.jpg" alt="" width="176" height="239" />There isn&#8217;t padding, but I&#8217;m not exactly throwing my tote around. It has two 12&#8243; drop handles, so I can easily fit it over my shoulder when walking. The handles are further secured to the bag with grommets.</p>
<p>My bag has the chic Black Parisian Pop pattern. Love it. Another stylish option is the Black Paisley Parade. If you are more of a floral person, there are several of flower patterns &#8211; Awesome Blossom, Harvest Floral, and Windsor Bouquet. Playful patterns include Aqua Circle Spirals and Circle Spirals. Dots your thing &#8211; then look for Lotsa Dots and Pin Dots. Finally, there is the subdued and simple Black.</p>
<p>I use mine for work. But I can easily see the bag holding it&#8217;s own as a personal beach tote or doing it&#8217;s duty as a diaper bag. And you can have a name embroidered on it in various colors and styles.</p>
<p>The Organizing Utility Tote is available for $25.</p>
<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 received the totes to sample, but the opinion is my own.<br />
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		<title>New Stroller: Baby Cargo 200 Series Lightweight Umbrella Stroller</title>
		<link>http://themombuzz.com/2012/01/25/new-stroller-baby-cargo-200-series-lightweight-umbrella-stroller/</link>
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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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<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 did receive a Baby Cargo for review.<br />
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		<title>Zippies &#8211; Fun IDs for Book Bags, Water Bottles, Luggage</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 09 Mar 2011 11:46:11 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Erin Tales</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Y&#8217;all know I love finding cute, inexpensive things to share. It&#8217;s been a while since anything has struck my fancy the way Zippies do. Zippies are circular, flexible ID tags that you can hang on water bottles, book bags, luggage, strollers and more. What makes these special are their cute faces, which resemble tigers, bunnies,... <a href="http://themombuzz.com/2011/03/09/zippies/"> [Continue Reading]</a>]]></description>
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<p>Y&#8217;all know I love finding cute, inexpensive things to share. It&#8217;s been a while since anything has struck my fancy the way <a href="http://www.zippiesfun.com">Zippies</a> do. Zippies are circular, flexible <a href="http://www.zippiesfun.com">ID tags</a> that you can hang on water bottles, book bags, luggage, strollers and more. What makes these special are their cute faces, which resemble tigers, bunnies, walruses, sharks or are almost too unique to really say WHAT it is &#8211; so you and your kids can use your imagination.</p>
<p>The front of the tag is made of this soft, colorful plastic that just screams cute and cool. While the back has room for you to write a name and number in permanent marker. There is a special clip on it that let&#8217;s you attach it to various common water bottles. And you can also clip it to almost any carry bag.</p>
<p>I love it because not only is it a clever, stand-out from the crowd tag. But it just has so many uses that it&#8217;s a great excuse to buy the whole series. (Yes, there is a series, so expect a new wave of collectible faces from Zippies!) Here are the uses I thought of:</p>
<p>1. <span style="color: #ff0000;"><strong><img class="alignright size-full wp-image-14616" title="zippies2" src="http://themombuzz.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/03/zippies2.jpg" alt="" width="232" height="232" />SCHOOL</strong></span>: Book bags and lunch bags can be easily identified.</p>
<p>2. <span style="color: #ff00ff;"><strong>VACATIONS</strong></span>: Clip it to luggage, camera bags, diaper bags and purses &#8211; you never know when a bag might be lost in a rush.</p>
<p>3. <span style="color: #ff6600;"><strong>THEME PARKS</strong></span>: Clip it to your kids&#8217; pants. If they get separated, a park employee can call your cell phone.</p>
<p>4. <span style="color: #808000;"><strong>GYM</strong></span>: Attach it to your gym bag and water bottles, so there is no mistaking who it belongs to.</p>
<p>5. <span style="color: #008000;"><strong>BABY</strong></span>: Attach it to strollers and diaper bags, in case mommy brain gets the better of you.</p>
<p>6: <span style="color: #0000ff;"><strong>KIDS</strong></span>: Attach it to your kids&#8217; bicycles. In my neighborhood they pick up bikes that are just laying on the sidewalks and many of them sit unclaimed in the front office. With a tag, the office would know who to call.</p>
<p>7. <span style="color: #800080;"><strong>KEYS</strong></span>: Anyone who has keys &#8211; adults or kids &#8211; can attach this to their key ring. It will help their key ring stand out and if misplaced, they can get reconnected with the keys though a quick call.</p>
<div id="attachment_14618" class="wp-caption alignright" style="width: 235px"><img class="size-medium wp-image-14618" title="zippieserin" src="http://themombuzz.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/03/zippieserin-225x300.jpg" alt="" width="225" height="300" /><p class="wp-caption-text">Tazmo is Protecting my Gym Bag</p></div>
<p>I also think they make great, small gifts for:</p>
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<li>Easter Baskets</li>
<li>Christmas Stockings</li>
<li>New School Year (For any grade level &#8211; even college!)</li>
<li>Party Favors inside a Birthday Goody Bag</li>
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<p>Zippies are available online at <a href="http://www.zippiesfun.com">www.zippiesfun.com</a> and found at select retailers. They retail for $4.98 each of $39.99 for the entire limited-edition first series. The first series comes in 10 different characters:</p>
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<li> Wally the Walrus</li>
<li>Faina the Frog</li>
<li><span style="color: #ff6600;"><strong>Tazmo the Tiger</strong></span> (Squee! My favorite!)</li>
<li>Chip the Cool Blue Dude</li>
<li>Kayla the Kissy Pink Lady</li>
<li>Bruno the Dog</li>
<li>Paco the &#8230; Green Guy that wants to Chomp</li>
<li>Flops the Bunny</li>
<li>Edge the Nervous Purple Dude</li>
<li>Ranger the Robot (that resembles a shark)</li>
</ol>
<p>I received the first collection and decided to spread the fun with family and friends. Since I love Tazmo I put him on my gym bag. Ranger is for my husband&#8217;s gym bag. Chip is attached to my oldest son&#8217;s backpack and Paco is on my youngest son&#8217;s backpack. Kayla went to my niece and Edge to my nephew. Bruno and another Wally went on the boy&#8217;s bikes. And I shared the last ones with friends for their kids. I had a lot of fun IDing everything, if you can tell!</p>
<p>You can see Zippies in action here:<br />
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<p>And you can connect with them on Twitter (<a href="http://twitter.com/zippiesfun">@ZippiesFun</a>) and <a href="http://www.facebook.com/zippiesfun?ref=ts">Facebook</a>!</p>
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<h5><em><strong><em><strong><em><strong><em><strong>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="../contests/">hot          contests</a> so you can win and try   buzzworthy products! The Mom   Buzz   received</strong></em></strong></em></strong></em></strong></em><em><strong><em><strong><em><strong><em><strong> samples for review from ZippiesFun.com through the <a href="http://www.familyreviewnetwork.com">Family Review Network</a>.<br />
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		<title>Have You Spent your Gift Cards Yet? Some ideas&#8230;</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 29 Dec 2010 11:02:12 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Erin Tales</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[I am positive of a few things. 1. Not everyone &#8220;got&#8221; what they wanted on Christmas Day (even though it&#8217;s not all &#8217;bout the gifts&#8230;). 2. If you got what you wanted for Christmas, you might also need some fab accessories to go with it. 3. Lots of you have some shiny, new gift cards... <a href="http://themombuzz.com/2010/12/29/have-you-spent-your-gift-cards-yet-some-ideas/"> [Continue Reading]</a>]]></description>
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<p><em>1. Not everyone &#8220;got&#8221; what they wanted on Christmas Day (even though it&#8217;s not all &#8217;bout the gifts&#8230;). </em></p>
<p><em>2. If you got what you wanted for Christmas, you might also need some fab accessories to go with it.</em></p>
<p><em>3. Lots of you have some shiny, new gift cards padding your wallets!</em></p>
<p>So, in a way, it&#8217;s GIFT CARD SEASON! What are you going to buy with those thoughtful gift cards people got you from must-shop stores like Best Buy, Target and even good ol&#8217; American Express or MasterCard gift cards? If you are at a loss &#8211; here are some ideas for those popular gifts you may have received.</p>
<p>1. <strong>Got a New Laptop?</strong> Then make sure it&#8217;s protected for when you are on-the-go! I recently received a <span style="color: #ff00ff;"><strong>Hello Kitty Laptop Case</strong></span>, which is available from <a href="http://www.bestbuy.com/site/Hello+Kitty+-+Laptop+Case+-+Black/1246361.p?id=1218267863023&amp;skuId=1246361&amp;st=hello%20kitty%20laptop&amp;cp=1&amp;lp=1">Best Buy</a> if you are looking. It has handles, a shoulder strap, a zipper on the back, two front pockets and dividers inside to hold your laptop and other files. It best fits laptops up to 15.4&#8243; inches. It retails for $49.99 and is designed by Marino Adriani. You can see more Hello Kitty items, all super-cute and ready to protect iPhones, provide memory as USB Flash Memory Drives and more at <a href="http://sparklebee.com">SparkleBee.com</a>.</p>
<p>2. <strong>Got a New iPad or iPhone?</strong> Look to <a href="http://www.otterbox.com/">Otterbox</a> to protect your iPhone and iPad. I own the Otterbox case for the iPhone 3G. The iPhone Defender Series Case is  made up of three parts, the hard front, the hard back and the silicone  cover. The hard front includes a clear protective screen to keep your  phone from scratches. And it has port covers to keep dust and what-nots  from entering into your phones cavities, clogging it up. Your phone is  living in a nice, protective bubble.  Here is me rambling about my Otterbox love.</p>
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<p>And the great thing is they make a super-protective case for the iPad too!</p>
<div id="attachment_13638" class="wp-caption alignright" style="width: 274px"><img class="size-medium wp-image-13638" title="kevkinect" src="http://themombuzz.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/12/kevkinect-264x300.jpg" alt="" width="264" height="300" /><p class="wp-caption-text">As you play Kinext Adventures, it snaps photos of you to share.</p></div>
<p>3. <strong>Did you get a Kinect for Christmas? </strong>My hubby did<strong> &#8211; </strong>and boy am I having a blast with it! Mwa-ha-ha! Honestly, I knew my hubby would love it &#8211; so I bought it for him before he could think of buying it for himself. It came with a super cool game &#8211; <strong>Kinect Adventures</strong>. YOU are the &#8220;controller&#8221; as you jump, dive, dodge and more while on a raft, floating in space, underwater or competing on a roller coaster. You can play by yourself or with a friend. And if you want other Kinect Games, I would suggest: <strong> </strong></p>
<p style="text-align: left;"><strong>a) <a href="http://marketplace.xbox.com/en-US/Product/Harry-Potter-and-the-Deathly-Hallows-Part-1/66acd000-77fe-1000-9115-d802454108f9?cid=search">Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows</a> &#8211; </strong>My dad got this for my husband. You have to use the controller AND yourself to maneuver in this game. With a flick of a wrist or powerful movements you are casting spells to defeat enemies and find the Horcruxes. It retails for $49.99.</p>
<p style="text-align: left;"><strong>b) <a href="http://www.target.com/Your-Shape-Fitness-Evolved-Xbox/dp/B002I0H9WM/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&amp;searchView=grid5&amp;keywords=your%20shape%3A%20Fitness%20evolved&amp;fromGsearch=true&amp;sr=1-1&amp;qid=1293572090&amp;rh=&amp;searchRank=target104545&amp;id=Your%20Shape%20Fitness%20Evolved%20Xbox&amp;node=1038576%7C1287991011&amp;searchSize=30&amp;searchPage=1&amp;searchNodeID=1038576%7C1287991011&amp;searchBinNameList=subjectbin%2Cprice%2Ctarget_com_primary_color-bin%2Ctarget_com_size-bin%2Ctarget_com_brand-bin&amp;frombrowse=0">Your Shape: Fitness Evolved</a> -</strong></p>
<p><strong><img class="alignleft size-full wp-image-13639" title="kinect" src="http://themombuzz.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/12/kinect.jpg" alt="" width="260" height="260" /> Your Shape: Fitness Evolved</strong> for the Xbox Kinect puts your body into the game for the ultimate workout experience in the comfort of your own home with its proprietary Player Projection technology.  This one uses no controller, just your body. It starts off impressively, as it takes an in-depth scan and information about your weight, height and fitness level.  You have your own in-game personal trainer to help you meet specific fitness goals and they give immediate feedback on your form and balance as you follow their motions.</p>
<p>As you go through the motions, you can see an infrared version of yourself behind the trainer, helping you mimic their moves accurately. There are hundreds of exercises to keep you motivated, like Zen Yoga, Cardio Boxing and Martial Arts. From my experience, you have to purchase some of the exercises with Microsoft credits. You also get regular downloadable content releases to ensure the workouts remain new, exciting and challenging. These cutting-edge workouts were created by real experts at Men’s and Women’s Health, Zen Yoga, Martial Arts and Virtual Smash. There is also a <strong>Shape Center</strong> where you can share your stats and calories burned with friends and family, plus create challenges amongst each other. This would be GREAT for an online-fitness community.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #ff0000;"><strong>So tell me &#8211; did you get gift cards for the holidays? And are you going to spend them on?</strong></span></p>
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		<title>10 Best All-Terrain Jogging Strollers</title>
		<link>http://themombuzz.com/2010/08/04/10-best-all-terrain-jogging-strollers/</link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 04 Aug 2010 17:19:16 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Erin Tales</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[When I was pregnant with my second son, my husband decided he wanted a jogging stroller to go running with the boys. Of course, the Mom Buzz does her research &#8211; reading review after review, looking at website after website, visiting different stores and company websites. But face it, that&#8217;s time consuming. Imagine if someone... <a href="http://themombuzz.com/2010/08/04/10-best-all-terrain-jogging-strollers/"> [Continue Reading]</a>]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<div class="socialize-in-content" style="float:left;"><div class="socialize-in-button socialize-in-button-left"><a href="http://twitter.com/share" class="twitter-share-button" data-url="http://themombuzz.com/2010/08/04/10-best-all-terrain-jogging-strollers/" data-text="10 Best All-Terrain Jogging Strollers" data-count="vertical" data-via="socializeWP" ><!--Tweetter--></a></div><div class="socialize-in-button socialize-in-button-left"><iframe src="http://www.facebook.com/plugins/like.php?href=http://themombuzz.com/2010/08/04/10-best-all-terrain-jogging-strollers/&amp;layout=box_count&amp;show_faces=false&amp;width=50&amp;action=like&amp;font=arial&amp;colorscheme=light&amp;height=65" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" style="border:none; overflow:hidden; width:50px !important; height:65px;" allowTransparency="true"></iframe></div></div><p><img class="alignright size-full wp-image-10515" title="jogger" src="http://themombuzz.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/07/jogger.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="300" />When I was pregnant with my second son, my husband decided he wanted a jogging stroller to go running with the boys. Of course, the Mom Buzz does her research &#8211; reading review after review, looking at website after website, visiting different stores and company websites. But face it, that&#8217;s time consuming. Imagine if someone did all that crazy work for you and just gave you a list of the best jogging strollers. Well, I found a comprehensive list of <a href="http://www.allreviews.com/home/t/396/allterrain--jogging-strollers/73">Jogging Stroller Reviews</a> at AllReviews.com that you will want to check out.</p>
<p>When I first saw the list, I wasn&#8217;t too surprised. There are the usual names on there, like BOB and Bugaboo &#8211; and the trusted Jeep Liberty. You can get pictures, specs and reviews from AllReviews.com for the top 10 all-terrain strollers, see what real people have to say about the pros and cons of each. Then once you&#8217;ve made your decision, they link you right up to Amazon to make your purchase. It&#8217;s so simple!</p>
<p>You can use AllReviews to research other must-haves and gift ideas &#8211; from simple pet products to pricey electronics. Honestly, I&#8217;d bookmark this for the Holiday Season. Rather than looking at products in the store and wondering which is better, do your research ahead of time so you can go in and get out of the store and away from the madness. Or better yet &#8211; fill up your cart online at Amazon.com!</p>
<p><img class="alignright size-full wp-image-10514" title="all reviews" src="http://themombuzz.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/07/all-reviews.png" alt="" width="201" height="48" /><span style="color: #ff0000;"><strong>Have you seen AllReviews.com yet? What do you think of the site and how it can make your shopping easier? </strong></span></p>
<p><span style="color: #ff6600;"><strong>And what about the 10 Best All-Terrain Jogging Strollers &#8211; do you own any of them and agree with the list? Or do you feel that your jogging stroller rocks and should be included?</strong></span></p>
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		<title>Personalized Grill Set from Things Remembered #win</title>
		<link>http://themombuzz.com/2010/06/01/personalized-grill-set-from-things-remembered-win/</link>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 01 Jun 2010 17:30:28 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Erin Tales</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[I absolutely LOVE this idea for Father&#8217;s Day. Dad is the King of the Grill, right? So make sure he has the right tools for his title! Things Remembered has a four piece grill set packaged in a black case that can be personalized with initials or a monogram. The grill set includes: Barbecue Fork... <a href="http://themombuzz.com/2010/06/01/personalized-grill-set-from-things-remembered-win/"> [Continue Reading]</a>]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<div class="socialize-in-content" style="float:left;"><div class="socialize-in-button socialize-in-button-left"><a href="http://twitter.com/share" class="twitter-share-button" data-url="http://themombuzz.com/2010/06/01/personalized-grill-set-from-things-remembered-win/" data-text="Personalized Grill Set from Things Remembered #win" data-count="vertical" data-via="socializeWP" ><!--Tweetter--></a></div><div class="socialize-in-button socialize-in-button-left"><iframe src="http://www.facebook.com/plugins/like.php?href=http://themombuzz.com/2010/06/01/personalized-grill-set-from-things-remembered-win/&amp;layout=box_count&amp;show_faces=false&amp;width=50&amp;action=like&amp;font=arial&amp;colorscheme=light&amp;height=65" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" style="border:none; overflow:hidden; width:50px !important; height:65px;" allowTransparency="true"></iframe></div></div><p><img class="alignright size-medium wp-image-8687" title="case2" src="http://themombuzz.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/05/case2-300x292.jpg" alt="" width="241" height="234" />I absolutely LOVE this idea for Father&#8217;s Day. Dad is the King of the Grill, right? So make sure he has the right tools for his title! <a href="http://www.thingsremembered.com">Things Remembered</a> has a <a href="http://www.thingsremembered.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/product_10001_9951_640868_-1_1?fcref=">four piece grill set</a> packaged in a black case that can be personalized with initials or a monogram. The grill set includes:</p>
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<li>Barbecue Fork</li>
<li>Tongs</li>
<li>Silicon Basting Brush</li>
<li>Slotted Spatula (Engravable)</li>
<li>Case w/Handle (Engravable)</li>
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<p>I love the sturdy case as a place to keep the grilling essentials. And it&#8217;s neat that you can choose to either engrave the spatula or the case.</p>
<p><img class="alignleft size-full wp-image-8686" title="CASE1" src="http://themombuzz.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/05/CASE1.jpg" alt="" width="269" height="269" />I chose to engrave the case with my father&#8217;s monogram. The case is black and the monogram is set on a silver plate on the front. One side of the case is fitted to hold the spatula and tongs. The other side holds the fork and brush. I believe the case is made of a sturdy, strong silicon material, but it feels like wood. The case measures 23.23&#8243; x 9.85&#8243; x 5.71&#8243;.</p>
<p>The <a href="http://www.thingsremembered.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/product_10001_9951_640868_-1_1?fcref=">personalized grill set</a> starts at $65.</p>
<p>If you need another great Father&#8217;s Day idea, there are more great finds at Things Remembered, like the <a href="http://www.thingsremembered.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/product_10001_9951_642138_-1_1?fcref=">Multi-Tool Flashlight</a>. I love this idea for my husband and grandfather!</p>
<p><a href="http://themombuzz.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/05/flashlight.jpg"><img class="alignright size-full wp-image-8688" title="flashlight" src="http://themombuzz.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/05/flashlight.jpg" alt="" width="182" height="182" /></a>This compact LED flashlight contains eight different tools, including scissors and a bottle opener, and an engraving plate offers room to add his name or a fitting message. The Multi-Tool Flashlight is priced starting at $25.</p>
<p>And if you need even <a href="http://www.thingsremembered.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/Category_10001_9951_3010_3010_-1_3001">MORE FATHER&#8217;S DAY IDEAS</a> &#8211; just check out the <a href="http://www.thingsremembered.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/Category_10001_9951_3010_3010_-1_3001">Dad Category</a> on Things Remembered! You can view by products, most popular or even recipient &#8211; like Dad, Grandpa, Husband or more! You can shop for all the dads in your life in one spot this year at Things Remembered!</p>
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<p style="text-align: center;">Win a Personalized Grill Set from Things Remembered!</p>
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<dt><strong>FIRST: MANDATORY ENTRY:</strong> Visit Things Remembered at <a href="http://www.thingsremembered.com/" target="_blank">www.ThingsRemembered.com</a> and leave a comment sharing another Things Remembered product you&#8217;d love to give or get for Father’s Day AND how you’d engrave it. </dt>
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<p><strong>SECOND: EXTRA ENTRIES:</strong><br />
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.thingsremembered.com/" target="_blank">Add </a><a href="http://www.twitter.com/themombuzz">theMomBuzz to your Twitter</a> and Tweet the contest. Leave your Tweet Link. (1 tweet per <strong>DAY</strong> is allowed)</li>
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<li>Follow <a href="http://www.twitter.com/tremembered">@tremembered on twitter</a> and say: I’m following @tremembered thanks to @themombuzz!</li>
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<li>Add the Mom Buzz button to your site or onto your blogroll (Feed: <strong>http://themombuzz.com/feed/</strong>)</li>
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<p><strong>Contest ends 6/14/10. 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.<br />
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		<title>April Showers Bring Batman Powers</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 07 Apr 2010 11:24:33 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Erin Tales</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Without a doubt, my oldest loves super heroes. Ironman, Spiderman, Hulk &#8230; and of course, Batman. I love this heroic obsession, since many of these characters have many admirable traits. And I love how active his imagination is as he pretend to be his favorite heroes. So, as a mom I do everything I can... <a href="http://themombuzz.com/2010/04/07/april-showers-bring-batman-powers/"> [Continue Reading]</a>]]></description>
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<p>So, I was so EXCITED to see that Warner Bros. Consumer Products and Washington Shoe Company have unleashed the  ultimate Bat-gadget this rainy season with a <a href="http://shop.nordstrom.com/SR?keyword=batman&amp;searchorigin=keywordsearch">rain collection</a> inspired by his favorite super  hero, <em>Batman. </em>The collection includes a hooded rain slicker with removable cape, Batman boots and a matching Batman umbrella that displays the Bat-Signal. The total approximate retail value of the COMPLETE SET is $102.95, but you can purchase just the pieces you want. Currently this selection is available at Nordstrom&#8217;s nationwide, as well as at select specialty stores.</p>
<p><a href="http://themombuzz.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/03/batmanoutfit.jpg"><img class="alignleft size-medium wp-image-7433" title="batmanoutfit" src="http://themombuzz.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/03/batmanoutfit-200x300.jpg" alt="" width="200" height="300" /></a>The <a href="http://shop.nordstrom.com/S/3065519?Category=&amp;Search=True&amp;SearchType=keywordsearch&amp;keyword=batman&amp;origin=searchresults">Batman raincoat with detachable cape</a> is available from 2T to 6X. My son received 4T/5T for review. I think it&#8217;s real neat that the cape is detachable. It is made of a lighter material than the slicker itself, which is tough and thick. The raincoat mimics Batman&#8217;s molded suit. It hangs low on my son, keeping him very dry when paired with the boots. And the attached hood adds water protection even when not used with the umbrella. (Retail Price: $44.95)</p>
<p>The <a href="http://shop.nordstrom.com/S/3068808?Category=&amp;Search=True&amp;SearchType=keywordsearch&amp;keyword=batman&amp;origin=searchresults">Batman rain boots</a> are  available in  child’s size 5-13 and youth sizes 1-4. My son usually both wear 8.5, but we received the 9 to review. It has two loops on either side of the boot that allows him to put on and take off the boot himself, at only 3 years of age. And this kid usually ARGUES with me to wear shoes outside, but he&#8217;s taken to wearing them everywhere&#8230; even when it&#8217;s not raining! The boots are black with a bat signal logo on the side and a 3-Dish Batman leaping from the front of the boot. High quality, sturdy &#8211; perfect for your little super hero! (Retail Price: $32.95)</p>
<p><img class="alignright size-full wp-image-7435" title="batmankeeg" src="http://themombuzz.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/03/batmankeeg.jpg" alt="" width="293" height="498" />When it comes to children&#8217;s umbrellas, I only have my 25 year old Snoopy Umbrella to compare to. (I still have my kid umbrella from childhood, I passed it on to my kids.) That umbrella used to clip my fingers when i would try to open and close it. But the <a href="http://shop.nordstrom.com/S/3069692?Category=&amp;Search=True&amp;SearchType=keywordsearch&amp;keyword=batman&amp;origin=searchresults">Batman Umbrella</a> you can just slide open and close. And when it is open, it doesn&#8217;t just slide closed on the child using it! (Retail price: $14.95)</p>
<p>All of these products were tested on a rainy day and I have to say it made splashing in puddles a lot of fun for my oldest. I would definitely say that Bruce Wayne would approve &#8211; I know the Mom Buzz does!</p>
<h5><em><strong>TheMomBuzz.com reviewed this awesome collection as a part of <a href="http://www.childsplaypr.com/">Team Mom</a>. This is the writer&#8217;s opinion. Other people may have different experiences with the product. And don&#8217;t forget to check out the hot contests on the Mom Buzz so you can win buzzworthy prizes!</strong></em></h5>
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		<title>Toddler Cups: Tommee Tippee</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 17 Feb 2010 12:22:42 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Erin Tales</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Tommee Tippee may be a funny name, but now that I have experienced the brand the name is easy to remember. Tommee Tippee creates bottles and cups that are meant to help make each transition from breast to bottle to sippy cup to toddler cup just a little easier. We had a chance to participate... <a href="http://themombuzz.com/2010/02/17/toddler-cups-tommee-tippee/"> [Continue Reading]</a>]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<div class="socialize-in-content" style="float:left;"><div class="socialize-in-button socialize-in-button-left"><a href="http://twitter.com/share" class="twitter-share-button" data-url="http://themombuzz.com/2010/02/17/toddler-cups-tommee-tippee/" data-text="Toddler Cups: Tommee Tippee" data-count="vertical" data-via="socializeWP" ><!--Tweetter--></a></div><div class="socialize-in-button socialize-in-button-left"><iframe src="http://www.facebook.com/plugins/like.php?href=http://themombuzz.com/2010/02/17/toddler-cups-tommee-tippee/&amp;layout=box_count&amp;show_faces=false&amp;width=50&amp;action=like&amp;font=arial&amp;colorscheme=light&amp;height=65" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" style="border:none; overflow:hidden; width:50px !important; height:65px;" allowTransparency="true"></iframe></div></div><p><a href="http://www.tommeetippee.us/?utm_source=ReferralSite-MomBloggersClub&amp;utm_medium=Editorial&amp;utm_campaign=TT-Launch"></a><a href="http://themombuzz.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/02/546002Trainer2pkBoy2outpkg.jpg"><img class="alignright size-full wp-image-5953" title="546002Trainer2pkBoy2outpkg" src="http://themombuzz.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/02/546002Trainer2pkBoy2outpkg.jpg" alt="" /></a>Tommee Tippee may be a funny name, but now that I have experienced the brand the name is easy to remember. Tommee Tippee creates bottles and cups that are meant to help make each transition from breast to bottle to sippy cup to toddler cup just a little easier. We had a chance to participate in a &#8220;Tommee Tippee Blog Tour&#8221; with the <a href="http://www.mombloggersclub.com">Mom Bloggers Club</a> and my husband and I are extremely pleased with the cups we received for the boys. We had a chance to try the Trainer Cup &#8211; Stage 1 and the Drinking Cup &#8211; Stage 5. My boys are 25 months and 3.5 years.</p>
<p>We received the <a href="http://www.tommeetippee.us/explora/546002_blue.html">Trainer Cup in a 2-pack for boys</a>. One had a turtle on it and the other an owl. My little one loved both images and they actually enticed him to drink from the new cup. The cups are easy to clean. There is a 2-piece valve inside that has to be removed during cleaning, but so far it pops back in easily and cleans well. The spout is soft, for sensitive gums. My boys used to chew these spouts off, but so far it is intact. There are handles on either side to make it easy to hold. The cup is good for 6 months and older. It holds up to 9 ounces. So far the cup has not leaked, yet it is still easy for my son to drink from. Plus, it&#8217;s BPA free!The two pack is around $7.99.</p>
<p><a href="http://themombuzz.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/02/546016DrinkingCupBoy2outPkg.jpg"><img class="alignleft size-full wp-image-5954" title="546016DrinkingCupBoy2outPkg" src="http://themombuzz.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/02/546016DrinkingCupBoy2outPkg.jpg" alt="" /></a>Although my little one can successfully use this trainer cup, he and my older son absolutely prefer to use the Stage 5 <a href="http://www.tommeetippee.us/explora/546016_blue_green.html">Drinking Cups</a> (Explora) we received from Tommee Tippee. Those are their cups of choice nowadays. I love it for a lot of the reasons I like the Trainer Cup &#8211; it&#8217;s BPA free, cleans well, doesn&#8217;t leak and is easy to drink from. I know, because I tried myself! I hate when the boys try to drink and nothing comes out! But we didn&#8217;t have that problem this time around thanks to the Advance-flo technology. The cups are insulated, which allows the drinks to stay cooler longer. That&#8217;s great for longer trips. The cup also holds 9 ounces. A 2-pack costs $7.99. Also, the designs on the cups have not &#8220;washed off&#8221;. After repeated washings, I notice other cups designs fade or look haggard. So far these Tommee Tippee Cups are in excellent condition, even after repeatedly running them through a dishwasher.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.mombloggersclub.com"><img class="alignright" src="http://www.themomsalon.com/mbcreviewer.png" alt="" width="125" height="125" /></a>So of the two cups I tried, I prefer the Explora <a href="http://www.tommeetippee.us/explora/546016_blue_green.html">truly spill proof drinking cup</a> from <a href="http://www.tommeetippee.us/?utm_source=ReferralSite-MomBloggersClub&amp;utm_medium=Editorial&amp;utm_campaign=TT-Launch">Tommee Tippee</a> for children 24 months and older. My favorite feature is the active sensor valve that was designed by a physicist to be so sensitive that liquid flows on demand, yet the cup remains truly spill and leak proof. You can view other options at <a href="http://www.tommeetippee.us/?utm_source=ReferralSite-MomBloggersClub&amp;utm_medium=Editorial&amp;utm_campaign=TT-Launch">Tommee Tippee&#8217;s official website</a>.</p>
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		<title>Protect Your Child from the Sun</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 19 Jan 2010 12:54:35 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Erin Tales</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[It is so important to protect your child from the sun&#8217;s harmful rays. There are many child-friendly products that can assist, such as UV Shirts, Child Sunglasses, Car Shades and kid-friendly Sunscreen. But one product I recently discovered and love is a protective sun shade that can attach to a stroller. The stroller sun shade... <a href="http://themombuzz.com/2010/01/19/protect-your-child-from-the-sun/"> [Continue Reading]</a>]]></description>
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<p>The <a href="http://www.bebe-soleil.com/">stroller sun shade</a> from Bebe Soleil attaches to a stroller&#8217;s existing canopy with magnetic connectors, so it works with almost any type of stroller. There are no clips that may damage the canopy! When you need to remove the sun shade, you simply separate the magnets from one another. When the sun shade is on, you can still raise and lower the canopy without any interference. But in the meantime, your child is protected from harmful UV rays, whether you are taking a walk to the park or are strolling around a theme park.</p>
<p>I had absolutely zero problems when attaching the Bebe Soleil. It was a snap, thanks to the magnets. The first time you use it, you need to remove the protective plastic covering. But once attached, my toddler could enjoy his view through the transparent material, with no eye strain or glare!</p>
<p>You know I love it, but here is what other people are saying:</p>
<blockquote><p><a href="http://themombuzz.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/01/sunshineblock.jpg"><img class="size-medium wp-image-4846 alignright" title="sunshineblock" src="http://themombuzz.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/01/sunshineblock-300x266.jpg" alt="" width="258" height="228" /></a><br />
&#8220;This has got to be the easiest stroller sun shade out there. It attaches using simple magnets and my child can actually see through it. It&#8217;s like having wraparound sun glasses for our stroller.&#8221;     &#8211;     Allan &#8211; Chicago, IL</p></blockquote>
<blockquote><p>&#8220;We used it last weekend on a walk, Zoe took her whole morning nap in the stroller.  She normally only lasts a half hour, but we were able to take an hour and a half walk!&#8221;     &#8211;     Alyson &#8211; Washington D.C.</p></blockquote>
<p><strong>Features-at-a-Glance:</strong></p>
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<li>Provides Protection from UV Rays</li>
<li>Reduces Glare</li>
<li>Allows Air to Circulate</li>
<li>Attaches and Detaches in Seconds</li>
<li>Transparent</li>
<li>Canopy can be Retracted when Sun Shade is Attached</li>
<li>Made in the USA!</li>
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<p>Overall, the product is simple, useful and available from <a href="http://www.amazon.com/B%C3%A9b%C3%A9-Soleil-Transparent-Protective-Stroller/dp/B002753L16/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&amp;s=baby-products&amp;qid=1245895001&amp;sr=8-1">Amazon for $39.99</a>. It makes a great baby shower gift!</p>
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<p style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: 11pt;">One Buzz Reader will win a Bebe Soleil Stroller Sun Shade.<br />
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MANDATORY ENTRY:</strong> <span style="font-size: 11pt;"><strong>Post a comment here </strong>telling us something you learned from <a href="http://www.bebe-soleil.com">Bebe-Soleil.com</a>.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: bold;">EXTRA ENTRIES:</span><br />
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<p><span style="font-size: x-small;"><strong>Contest ends 2/11/10. Please refer to <a href="../2009/12/16/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.<br />
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<p><span style="font-size: 78%; font-weight: bold;">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="../2009/12/16/contests/"><span style="font-size: 85%;">hot contests</span></a> so you can win and try buzzworthy products! The Mom Buzz received a Bebe Soleil Sunshade for review. Bebe Soleil will satisfy prize fulfillment.<br />
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		<title>Lil&#8217; Baby Cake</title>
		<link>http://themombuzz.com/2010/01/08/lil-baby-cake/</link>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 08 Jan 2010 18:33:14 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Erin Tales</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[One item that is so popular at baby showers nowadays, both for its aesthetic appeal, uniqueness and practicality, is a diaper cake. You can find tutorials on how to make them online, or you can leave it to the professionals who know how to stack and decorate a gorgeous cake for whatever baby shower you... <a href="http://themombuzz.com/2010/01/08/lil-baby-cake/"> [Continue Reading]</a>]]></description>
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<p>One item that is so popular at baby showers nowadays, both for its aesthetic appeal, uniqueness and practicality, is a diaper cake. You can find tutorials on how to make them online, or you can leave it to the professionals who know how to stack and decorate a gorgeous cake for whatever baby shower you are hosting or attending.</p>
<p>My BFF (Best Friend Forever) is pregnant right now! I am already planning her shower. I have a place that I am purchasing show favors from &#8230; but her diaper cake is coming from Lil&#8217; Baby Cakes. Lil&#8217; Baby Cakes specializes in upscale <a href="http://www.lilbabycakes.com/">diaper cakes</a> and other <a href="http://www.lilbabycakes.com/">unique baby gifts</a>. I received a Lil&#8217; Baby Cakes diaper cake to get a better feel of how they were assembled and decorated.</p>
<p>First off, since this is being MAILED, packaging is important. The owner really took care with protecting the diaper cake with bubble paper and other packaging material so that it would not jostle too much by the time it arrives. When I removed the cake from the box, I was thrilled! I was surprised with a <a href="http://www.lilbabycakes.com/blue-stork-diaper-cake.html">3-Tier Blue Stork Diaper Cake</a>. This cake consists of 40 Pamper Swaddlers, sized both 1 and 2. There was also a cute Gund Stork Rattle, Qtips, Johnson Travel Size Shampoo, Wash, Lotion, Washcloth, Desitin, and Powder. There are three huge ribbons that wrap around the diapers, each blue with images of storks. The cake even smells wonderful, like baby powder. When I placed it on the floor, it reaches just under my knee cap. It is covered in a layer of white tulle. This diaper cake retails for $62.</p>
<p>If you want to find the <a href="http://www.lilbabycakes.com/blue-stork-diaper-cake.html">3-Tier Blue Stork Diaper Cake</a> on Lil&#8217; Baby Cakes, you will discover it in the <a href="http://www.lilbabycakes.com/diaper-cakes-for-boys.html">Boy Diaper Cakes</a> section. There you will find unisex and boy themed cakes. There are some really awesome options to match any baby shower theme &#8211; even holiday options like <a href="http://www.lilbabycakes.com/lil-pumpkin-diaper-cake.html">Our Lil Pumpkin </a>and<a href="http://www.lilbabycakes.com/holiday-gingerbread-diaper-cake.html"> Holiday Gingerbread</a>. Either of those cakes would have worked PERFECTLY for my shower with my second son &#8211; he was born December 21st and my shower was around Halloween weekend. My shower actually had a Halloween theme to it!</p>
<p>Of course, you can also shop for <a href="http://www.lilbabycakes.com/diaper-cakes-for-girls.html">Girl Diaper Cakes</a>, go through <a href="http://www.lilbabycakes.com/babycakes.htm">All Diaper Cakes</a>, view <a href="http://www.lilbabycakes.com/neutral-diaper-cakes.html">Neutral Diaper Cakes</a>, request a <a href="http://www.lilbabycakes.com/custom.html">custom diaper cake</a>, or even get a <a href="http://www.lilbabycakes.com/cloth-diaper-cake-1.html">cloth diaper cake</a>! When searching through the diaper cakes, you can even find the perfect diaper cake by price!</p>
<p>One of my favorites is the <a href="http://www.lilbabycakes.com/lion-diaper-cake.html">Lion 4 Tier Diaper Cake</a>. It is so bright and playful! It comes with 70 Pampers Swaddlers, a bright stuffed lion, and some Johnson &amp; Johnson products. It would definitely be high on my list for a shower with a Safari or Circus theme.</p>
<p>And while shopping for that Diaper Cake centerpiece, you can also pick up other <a href="http://www.lilbabycakes.com/babygifts.htm">baby shower gift</a> items, like a <a href="http://www.lilbabycakes.com/giftbaskets.htm">diaper basket</a>, satineesnugs, plush toys and photo albums.</p>
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<h5>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="../contests/">hot contests</a> so you can win and try buzzworthy products! The Mom Buzz received a <a href="http://www.lilbabycakes.com/blue-stork-diaper-cake.html">3-Tier Blue Stork Diaper Cake</a> for review.</h5>
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