Real Moms Real Views

Making School Uniforms Look Good! {French Toast Review and Giveaway}

Just over 3 years ago, I enrolled my kids in a Charter school.  Hailee was in 2nd grade and April and Austin were in kindergarten.  There were so many aspects to this school that I was super excited about, it was brand new, had leveled learning, and had a school uniform.  There were a few things that Hailee was not looking forward to, leaving her old school, leaving her friends and wearing a school uniform.  What was a major plus for me was not a major plus for her. Since she had been in a “regular” school for a couple of years, she was used to wearing whatever she wanted to school and knew that it was going to be quite and adjustment for this little fashionista to wear practically the same thing to school every day.  When I heard about French Toast, I immediately placed my order! We live in a small-er town and pretty much our only shopping is Walmart, or we drive 45 minutes to the nearest mall. Therefore, I love me some online shoppin!!  This is a picture of one the first uniforms we got from French Toast (3 years ago).  I fell in love with French Toast from the moment my first package came in the mail.  I was super impressed with the quality of every item we got!  My kids wear polo style shirts everyday.  If you have ever gotten the Walmart ones, you would know that after a few wears, they have a hard time coming clean.  Our French Toast ones were not only CHEAPER then the Walmart ones, but a much better quality.  They wash/wear really nice!   My kids have been wearing the French Toast brand for the last 3 years and besides out growing their clothes, there hasn’t been a single issue with them :)

When I got the opportunity to review French Toast, I jumped on it!  I was super excited to try their sweaters!  We have ordered pants, skirts, shorts and polo’s in the past….just never a sweater!  This year, the school went SUPER strict of dress code and said they could only wear navy sweaters, where in the past they had been able to wear navy, white or yellow.  Have you ever looked for a CUTE navy sweater with nothing on it?!  Not all that easy to find…unless you are on French Toast!  Hailee, my needs to look “super” cute everyday girl, got the Cable Front Cardigan.  April needs to be comfy (and cute) so she went with the Pom-Pom Zip Up Sweater. Austin, he could careless.  He is going to wear the first thing hanging in his closet, so I picked the Zip Front Sweater for him.  In less then a week, I had sweaters being delivered to my house.  All three were thrilled…even Austin!  They love wearing them, not only because they are super cute, but they are comfy and warm.  We are in Utah, and things get COLD here, so that is a big deal!  Another big deal (according to Hailee) is that she can’t have the same clothes as everyone else.  French Toast has SO many different items that you are sure to get something that is perfect for your kids that will make them stand out…as much as you can stand out in a uniform.  I am all for my kids wearing a uniform, but I do want them to be themselves.  When we shop at French toast, they can pick things that still fall into the uniform category, but show a little bit of personality as well.

French Toast Official School Wear™ is America’s leading brand of school uniform. Since 1958, our company has provided families with quality children’s wear and boys and girls school uniforms at great prices. Our selection of uniform styles and sizes is second to none, from toddler size uniforms through young adult, French Toast carries over 6,000 individual colors, styles and sizes in stock, all year round!”

French Toast has an incredible online store where you can find everything you need to send your kids off to school.  They also have a catalog and do sell in stores as well!   If you are looking for uniforms that will hold up in the wash, hold up at school, and stand the test of comfort…French Toast is the place to shop!  Real Mom Approved!!

Everyone Buys New Clothes at The Beginning Of the Year…Wanna Win Some New Clothes Mid Year?!

You can win 2 Shirts and one Pair of Pants or Skirt!

Mandatory First Entry: Tell us your kids uniform colors and what item you would like to add to their closet from French Toast

Once the mandatory entries are completed you can gain additional entries from the following:

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2 entries- Follow RMRV on Twitter

1 entry per day-Tweet the following and leave us your tweet link:

#Enter to win a French Toast School Uniform at @agiveawaydaily

5 entries- Blog about this entry and leave us the link

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You have until February 8th @ 11:59 PM EDT to enter the giveaway. All giveaways are open to USA only.

Erin

Erin is a mommy to 4 fab kiddos! She serves as their maid, cook, and taxi driver. She has been married to the “man of her dreams” for 11 years now. They love spending every free minute together enjoying activities such as camping, swimming, playing games and having movie night.
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Dynamic Duo. {Jockey Tech Terry Sports Bra & Purex CrystalsTropical Splash Review & Giveaway}

Well, we are  in the new year and I have been reading and chatting a lot with friends about resolutions and goals for the new year. It seems each year I am struggling to lose a few pounds and this year is no different. In an attempt to not go along with the crowd, instead of making losing weight a New Year’s resolution, one of my resolutions is to be healthier and work exercise in daily. Hopefully all those other benefits, like losing weight, will just be a result of a few positive changes! Jockey and Purex were so generous and sent me a Jockey Tech Terry Sports Bra and a bottle of Purex Crystals Tropical Splash Fabric Softeners to help me along my way to a healthier new year!

For more than 130 years, Jockey’s mission has been to satisfy the human need for comfort, so everything we do at Jockey, we do with you in mind. We hope you like our stuff, but more importantly, we hope you like how you feel when you wear our stuff.

I love workout clothing and sports bras can be so tricky. You want a sports bra that is breathable, comfortable, & supportive. It can be a challenge to find a well fitting sports bra with all these details, but Jockey has created a contender! I was sent a Jockey Tech Terry Sports bra in Black and have been loving wearing it during my new years workouts! The soft material is moisture wicking, keeping me cool and dry throughout my daily workouts! It has breathable mesh panels and even a convenient hidden key pocket! This sports bra is super comfortable, with it’s soft material and soft bottom band for comfortable support, I could really wear it all day long.
Purex Crystals Tropical Splash fabric softeners have been a fantastic addition to our laundry routine, especially when washing my workout clothes and my husbands work clothes. We all know how stinky workout clothes can get and my husband is a mechanic; I’m sure you can imagine how smelly and dirty his clothes get at work. Purex Crystals are 92% natural crystals that go in at the start of the wash, so they spend more time with your laundry infusing them with long-lasting freshness!  Sounds amazing, right?! Smells amazing, too! Your laundry will smell fresh and feel incredibly soft! Even Bo noticed a difference in how his clothes felt! Those are some powerful little crystals! I have been keeping my Jockey Tech Terry Sports Bra in beautiful shape by washing it with detergent and the Purex Crystals fabric softeners! The innovative Purex Crystals formula does not impact the sweat wicking of the sports bra, so I know washing with this fabric softener is keeping my sports bra in perfect condition!

The Jockey Tech Terry Sports Bra and Purex Crystals are both Real Mom approved!!

Today, Enter to win both the Jockey Tech Terry Sports Bra and the Purex Crystals; a wonderful combo!!

Want to enter to win? Here’s how!

Mandatory 1st entry:

1) Visit Jockey and check out their variety of products! Come back and tell us something you would love to have from their collection!!

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Once the mandatory entry is completed you can gain additional entries from the following:

3 entries: Head over and sign up for a 20% off coupon from Purex Crystals for Jockey products!

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1 entry: “Like” RMRV on Facebook!

1 entry: “Like” Jockey on Facebook . {you can leave them a little love, if you wish!}

1 entry: “Like” Purex on Facebook. {you can leave them a little love, if you wish!}

2 entries: Follow RMRV on Twitter.

2 entries: Follow Jockey on Twitter.

2 entrie: Follow Purex on Twitter.

1 entry per day-Tweet the following and leave us your tweet link:

#WIN a Jockey Tech Terry Sports Bra and Purex Crystals from @jockey & @purex @agiveawaydaily!

2 entries: Comment on any non-giveaway post on RMRV!

5 entries- Blog about this giveaway and leave us the link.

5 entries: Make a purchase from Jockey.

{Jockey and Purex provided free samples of their products so I could review them. However, all of the opinions expressed here are my own. {You have until January 24th @ 11:59 PM EDT to enter the giveaway. All giveaways are open to USA only.}

Amanda is a southern gal that loves coffee shop chit chat with dear friends, daydreaming, and an obsession with with polka dots, scarves, funky jewelry, children’s books, and anything vintage. She has two of the sweetest children that fill her heart and days with happiness.
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Get Cuffed! {My Hikes Review and Giveaway}

I have numerous pairs of kiddo jeans and pants that are completely tattered and torn across the back of the heel.  Mainly because I am cheap.  I like to buy my kids clothes a little big so they can wear them longer.  I buy the ones with an adjustable waist and cinch them all up but then there is the length issue.  Issue solved!  My Hikes is a genius company that makes a genius product.   “My Hikes pant cuff fasteners make your child’s cuffed pants look like cleverly accessorized clothing instead of clothing mishaps.”   Hailee, my 10 year old, LOVES these!!  I was sure that when we got the princess set, Mia (4) would be the only one wearing them.  False, Hailee likes them just as much, if not more. Her favorite way to wear them is more a “summer” way, but I don’t argue for 2 reasons.  1.  She is 10 years old and knows WAY more then her mother.  2.  It DOES look super cute and it isn’t my legs that are freezing.  She likes to cuff her skinny jeans up mid calf and then slides the My Hikes on.  The other way she has been wearing them is the “winter” way, if you will.  She simply folds the bottom of her pant leg up into a cuff and slides the My Hike on.  Both ways are super fun and cute!  I love the 5 darling designs that My Hikes offers.  They are Princess, Flower, Soccer, Baseball, and Train.  I am thinking that I may have to order a flower set for me because I LOVE THEM!  Think about them with a great pair of flip flops and some ankle length capris in the summer……ooooohhhhh!  It makes me smile just thinking about it (it maybe the fact that it is 12 degrees and I would love to have somewhere to wear capris!)  Place an order and use the code MYHIKES10 and get 10% off your order and free shipping!  (Plus they are on sale right now for $12!!  You can’t be that price for cuteness!!!) Real Mom Approved!!

Are You In LOVE with My Hikes!?

Does your kiddo need a pair (that you can”borrow”)??  Win a Pair, Your Choice

$15 Value

Here’s how to enter to win it:

1st Entry {Mandatory}: Visit My Hikes then come back and tell us Your favorite set of cuffs.

Additional Entries {Please leave one comment per entry}:

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1 Entry: For every open giveaway you enter today on on RMRV. {up to 5!}

1 Entries per day: Tweet the following and leave us the link:

#WIN a My Hikes Pant Cuff Fastener @agiveawaydaily Holiday Gift Guide 2011

5 Entries: Blog about this giveaway and leave us the link.

1 Entry: For each comment you leave on any other RMRV post {up to 5}

You have until December 22nd @  11:59 PM EDT to      enter the giveaway. All giveaways are open to USA only.  This site receives free products and other forms of compensation for posting. See the Real Moms Real Views disclosure here.

Erin

Erin is a mommy to 4 fab kiddos! She serves as their maid, cook, and taxi driver. She has been married to the “man of her dreams” for 11 years now. They love spending every free minute together enjoying activities such as camping, swimming, playing games and having movie night.
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Holiday Glamour {Teri Jon Review}

I can remember in high school going to pick out a fancy dress for dances.  I felt like a princess when I finally found “the one.”  I couldn’t wait to wear it and I was sad when the night was over.  I mean heaven forbid you wear the same dress twice.  The bummer part was, when would I wear it again?

As I got older I met a man who is very involved in the community.  We go to galas, balls, and fundraisers.  Suddenly I have use for those high school dresses.  The only problem is, some don’t fit as wonderfully as they did in high school, dang it!  Therefore I have spent time at the dress store trying to find “the one.”  Unfortunately, find the perfect dress isn’t as easy as it was in high school.  I don’t want to look like I am trying to be in high school and I don’t want to look like I am a grandmother.  I just want to look like a hot, trendy, twenty-something year old.

Teri Jon is “one of New York’s most successful businesses.”  Over the past thirty years, designer and CEO Rickie Freeman “has focused on making sure that her company provides women with dazzling affordable luxury apparel.”  It has become a “leading brand that is sold at the finest specialty and department stores around the world.”  “A July 2007 Women’s Wear Daily survey of women between the ages of 21 and 59 found that Teri Jon was one of the top ten labels that women found important to wear.”  Teri Jon has “distinctive style, excellent quality and unequaled craftsmanship, all combined with genuine value.”  They “combines the finest fabrics in the wildest spectrum of colors with extraordinary detail and embellishment to create beautiful and distinctly feminine silhouettes.”

“Every Teri Jon design is influenced by Ms. Freeman’s belief that a woman’s body is a gift and the clothing she wears is the wrapping! Whether it’s a soft and sheer body skimming gown, or an exquisitely tailored suit, Ms. Freeman offers her clients couture quality details for exceptional value.”

I was utterly thrilled when Teri Jon gave me the opportunity to review two of their products.  Talk about being a lucky lady.  I received the Navy Taffeta Flowered Dress. This dress is so fancy, trendy, and funky I can hardly wait to have this baby so I can get dressed up and go out on the town in it.  It has the most wonderful asymmetrical neckline.  I feel like it draws up to my face by showing just a pop of skin.  The “side ruffle elongates the torso and adds an extra touch of elegance.”  It has a cute litte skinny belt with a rhinestone buckle for a little bling and extra fanciness.  This belt pulls in the waist to help give an hourglass shape.  The full, pleated, knee length skirt adds to the trendiness and glamor of the whole piece.  This is the “perfect dress for a size 2 through a size 16.”  Isn’t the best!?

Teri Jon also gave me the chance to review the Black Feather Cardigan.  This is the fanciest black cardigan I have ever seen!  It is also available in a grey.  “The feathers add another dimension to your standard cardigan, making it the perfect sweater for both day and night.”  Plus doesn’t it scream glitzy holiday party!? “For your work look, wear the cardigan open over a matching shell with any of your favorite work pants or skirts. To dress it up for night, wear it over a black dress with a pair of bright tights and heels; or pair it with a high-waisted patterned skirt and your favorite black boots – either way you are sure to stand out and look fabulous.”  My favorite thing about this sweater it is super soft.  Even with the feathers on it!

Amanda and Christina received the same two prize pieces as I did.  Here is what they have to say:

Wow. That was about all I could say when I first saw the Rickie Freeman for Teri Jon website. I mean, really, it is pretty much packed with amazing clothing, especially dresses for all sorts of occasions.  I found so many gorgeous dresses, ones I would love to have in my closet! I was really drawn to the dresses that could be worn casually and then also dressed up for a night out on the town with girlfriends or a hot date with the husband! Those are the dresses I find I get the most wear out of and best suit my lifestyle. Rickie Freeman for Teri Jon generously sent me their Navy Taffeta Flowered Dress and a Black Feathered Cardigan. The Navy Taffeta Dress is a fancy little number complete with flowers and cute belt accented with crystals. It is beautifully made and would be perfect for the right occasion and person. It has a vintage flair and the asymmetric neckline and modest length are two things I really like about the dress. However, the flowers and taffeta make it a bit too fancy for me.
I wasn’t quite sure about the Feathered Cardigan at first, it is so different from anything I have ever worn. Well, it’s unique look has quickly grown on me and I can’t wait to wear it throughout the holiday season! The wispy feathers and sequin accents really add dimension and fun to this beautifully made couture cardigan; it would most definitely make a great holiday party sweater but can also easily be worn casually during the day or out for the evening. It has that dressed up or dressed down option that I love!  

Ava adores it, too and keeps asking me to get one for her! She is a feather nut! A gorgeous new dress from Rickie Freeman for Teri Jon would make any woman feel extra special this holiday season!

Beauty is in the eye of the beholder.  I remember hearing that often when I was growing up.  My dad was into auctions, antiquing, and yard sales long before they were “cool”, and watching him select treasures for their tiniest and finest details, will linger in my mind for the rest of my life.  When I look for a quality piece of clothing, furniture, or art, I am looking for those distinctive details.  Teri Jon is a company noted to sell “dazzling affordable luxury apparel” and their website definitely proves to have many lovely dresses and coordinates, so imagine my excitement when they said they were going to send me one of their pieces!  Along with my fellow RMRV moms, I received the Navy Taffeta Flowered dress.  I will be honest, as a classically simple gal, I was a bit taken aback by the choice of large flower and draping on the left side.  Being a bit smaller framed, my hubby thought it kinda swallowed me up!  Perhaps a little much to wear to a Christmas dinner where I come :)   Despite the style, the dress is well made of quality taffeta, has a flattering shape that would appeal to a variety of sizes, and comes in navy (a very “in” color). Even the tiniest details were thought of in the tiny crystals on the belt buckle.  Every women should have at least one beautiful go-to piece to wear for a fabulous evening out………..check out Ricki Freeman for Teri Jon to discover which piece that will be for you!

We sure are lucky ladies!  Teri Jon is Real Moms approved!

15% off at checkout with the code: REALMOMS

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Crissa graduated from Brigham Young University in 2005 with a BA in Home and Family Living….the mom degree! Shortly after she found her dream guy and was married. They are now expecting their first baby in 2012. She loves shopping, baking, getting pampered, blogging, chocolate, and traveling.
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Stylin this Christmas! {HADDAD Brands Review}

Ever heard of a little brand called Nike? Or Levi’s? What about Converse?  If you haven’t heard of them you must have lived in a box in a dark basement for the last few decades…these guys are BIG!   Haddad Brands is an incredible company with even more incredible products!  These are clothes that are going to last a LONG time, not your “disposable clothes” that so many companies have gone to. 

If you are looking for the perfect outfit, pair of jeans, or an incredible pair of shoes to wrap up and put under for the kiddos this year, you are sure to find what you are looking for by hitting one of Haddad’s sites.   Levis.com has some classic American wear.  They make the best jeans EVER, not to mention a classic denim jacket. 

If you are looking for something a little sportier, try Nike.com, or Nike6.0, or Jumpman23 (the Jordan logo).  There you can find everything from shoes, to clothes, to any kinda “gear” you can imagine.   What ever you decide on, you will be sure to be stylin!

Haddad’s was so kind to send each of my kiddos a little something special.  Hailee and April each got a darling pair of Levi jeans with super cute back pockets and a fun Levi tee to wear with it.  They spoiled Austin with a few fun Nike shirts and sweats.  Mia got a fun new outfit and some sweet little jeans from Levi, as well.  Thanks for letting us experience the quality of your products!

I remember the Levis brand and Nike brand growing up. If you sported this logo on your shirts or shoes you were definitely in style.  Today, these brands are still the top leader in the clothing industry and I know just why! Quality.  We had the opportunity to try out a few outfits and a jacket from Haddad’s sites and the quality is top notch. Quality stitching that I know will last through my little guys rough and tough playing.  My little guy loves his new outfits and he feels so cool in his basketball shorts just like his dads. Thanks Haddad for making a brand that REAL MOMS can RECOMMEND for years and years to come.

Make sure you check out the Haddad’s sites for all of your Christmas Shopping needs!

This site receives free products and other forms of compensation for posting. See the Real Moms Real Views disclosure here.

Erin

Erin is a mommy to 4 fab kiddos! She serves as their maid, cook, and taxi driver. She has been married to the “man of her dreams” for 11 years now. They love spending every free minute together enjoying activities such as camping, swimming, playing games and having movie night.
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This site receives free products and other forms of compensation for posting. See the Real Moms Real Views disclosure & giveaway rules here.

Cute, Trendy, Affordable {Kiki’s Fashions Review & Giveaway}

The whole time I was just a wife I couldn’t wait to be pregnant.  I couldn’t wait to have a bump.  I couldn’t wait to wear the clothes.  I couldn’t wait to decorate the nursery.  I couldn’t wait to go on mommy/ baby lunches with the girls.  You know…all the fun mom things!

Ever since my belly has begun to slowly grow, my clothes have started to get tighter and tighter.  I know it sounds a little crazy but growing at the waistline isn’t as mentally easy as I suspected.  I know it comes with the territory but it is a bit difficult.  When I started looking for maternity clothes once I finally found something that looked cute the price was too outrageous to swallow.  It has been quite disappointing because I was so excited to wear cute baby bump clothes.  After going to a few stores…FIVE to be precise…I was was pretty frustrated.  I thought that pants with a stretchy waistband and shirts with extra room in the front would make it easy to find something that looked decent on me.  This didn’t help me feel any better about my new body.

Kiki’s Fashions gets my pain and frustration.  They are “dedicated to bringing [their] customers today’s cute and trendy maternity clothes at low, low prices.”  Did you hear what I just told you!? CUTE, TRENDY maternity clothes at LOW PRICES!  “While most maternity clothes out in the market are boxy, boring and expensive, [they] pride [themselves] on having a wide selection of unique maternity styles at prices mostly under $20.“  It that music to your ears?  It is to mine!!

Kiki’s Fashions has some SUPER cute clothes.  Plus, after you fall in love with them, you CAN swallow the price!!  Everything is so affordable.  You won’t find $80 jeans here.  $65 dresses will not be found.  Just affordable clothes that aren’t cheap maternity clothes.  There is a BIG difference between affordable and cheap.

Kiki’s Fashions sent me a pair of super sexy maternity jeans.  Didn’t think sexy could be used to describe maternity jeans did you!?  Well think again!!  They have skinny jeans, boot cut jeans, dark jeans, faded jeans, and fancy pockets.  All are under $30!!  The jeans they sent me don’t look at all like the classic “mom” maternity jeans.   They are embellished and cute.  You wouldn’t even know they are maternity jeans unless you looked at the waistband.  The waistband is nice and stretchy and very comfy.  Finally jeans that fit like that I am used to…they just fit my growing bump.

Any of the clothes on Kiki’s Fashions would make a GREAT Christmas present for any mommy-to-be.  Don’t know what she would like, gift cards are also available!!

Kiki’s Fashions is REAL MOM (and her bump) approved!!


Today, Kiki’s Fashions is giving one lucky reader…

a $25 Gift Certificate!!

Want to dress you bump in style?  Want to surprise a pregnant lady with a great gift?  Here is how to enter:

1st entry-MANDATORY- Go to Kiki’s Fashions and tell us what you would get with the gift certificate if you won.

1 entry- What do you like or dislike about being preggers?

2 entries- “Like” Kiki’s Fashions on Facebook

2 entries- “Like” RMRV on Facebook

2 entries- Follow RMRV on Twitter

3 entries- Publicly follow RMRV via Google Friend Connect

5 entries- Blog about this giveaway and leave us the link

 

You have until December 13th @ 11:59 PM EDT to enter the giveaway. All giveaways are open to USA only.

This site receives free products and other forms of compensation for posting. See the Real Moms Real Views disclosure here.



Crissa graduated from Brigham Young University in 2005 with a BA in Home and Family Living….the mom degree! Shortly after she found her dream guy and was married. They are now expecting their first baby in 2012. She loves shopping, baking, getting pampered, blogging, chocolate, and traveling.
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This site receives free products and other forms of compensation for posting. See the Real Moms Real Views disclosure & giveaway rules here.

Happy Heads. {Melondipity Review & Giveaway}

Baby Hats at Melondipity

 

I love hats, especially on my littles! They are perfect for keeping those little heads warm during the winter months or shaded from the sun during those steamy summers! They also make a pretty fabulous accessory, adding a bit of style to any outfit! Melondipity is the perfect place to find hats for your littles for all seasons! Their shop is packed full of fashionable and simply adorable hats and baby headbands in a variety of sizes!

Melondipity began with one mom searching for an adorable and unique hat for her daughter and has grown into a family-owned business run by parents – all for their children.

Since its beginning in 2009, Melondipity has become a nationally recognized name with loyal customers in all 50 states and several countries throughout the world, and we still pride ourselves, on hand selecting all our products and making each customer feel as special as the unique headwear they purchase.

At Melondipity, our number one goal has always been to provide a great experience for our customers through the products we offer, our user- friendly website and our overall customer care. The one of a kind products we offer are hand selected to be not only adorable and unique, but also the highest quality. We pride ourselves on our great selection, and we appreciate and encourage your feedback on any of our products. Our hope is that the ability to easily interact with us about our products, our site, our service, or whatever else is on your mind will help to keep our products and services relevant and our customers happy.

There are so many darling hats available at Melondipity and it was hard to decide on just one. Eventually I narrowed it down and decided on the Zoe hat in natural. I couldn’t wait for the Zoe hat to arrive and it showed up just in time for some crisp autumn weather! The kids couldn’t get it on fast enough and it’s perfect for both of them!! They have both worn it on several occasions and I love that they can share it, not too girly and not too boyish; a perfect hat for boys & girls! It is a great fit and high quality. Both of the kids insist on hats and the Zoe hat has quickly become a favorite in their daily mix! A hat from Melondipity would make a wonderful holiday gift for a child in your life! They offer such a wide variety of products, from newborn hats and headbands to children’s trucker and knit hats. Hats from Melondipity can also be a wonderful and unique photography prop! A hat added in for a few photos can add a unique style and totally fun feel! When taking your holiday photos for that yearly holiday card, throw a hat in the mix for a few…you won’t regret it!

Melondipity is offering RMRV readers a fabulously exclusive discount! Enter the code ‘melonnovember11″ and receive 10% off all orders from November 16th to November 23rd! Thank you Melondipity!

Today, Melondipity is giving away one Zoe hat {natural color, size 2-4}!

Want to enter to win? Here’s how!

1st entry {mandatory}: Visit Melondipity and take a look around at their adorable hats! Come back and tell us your favorite!

2 entries: “like” RMRV on Facebook.

2 entires: “like” Melondipity on Facebook.

2 entries: Follow RMRV on Twitter.

2 entries: Follow Melondipity on Twitter.

1 entry per day: Tweet out the following:

enter to win a darling Zoe hat from @Melondipity @agiveawaydaily Holiday Event!

4 entries: Sign up to receive the Melondipity Newsletter! {at bottom right of their homepage!}

5 entries: Blog about this giveaway!

5 entries: Make a purchase from Melondipity.

Melondipity is Real Mom Approved!

{You have until November 30th @ 11:59 PM EDT to enter the giveaway. All giveaways are open to USA only. This site receives free products and other forms of compensation for posting. See the Real Moms Real Views disclosure here.}

Amanda is a southern gal that loves coffee shop chit chat with dear friends, daydreaming, and an obsession with with polka dots, scarves, funky jewelry, children’s books, and anything vintage. She has two of the sweetest children that fill her heart and days with happiness.
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This site receives free products and other forms of compensation for posting. See the Real Moms Real Views disclosure & giveaway rules here.

Caution: Bump Ahead! {2 Chix Review & Giveaway}

 

When I first found out I was pregnant I began to get excited about shopping for maternity clothes.  I had seen so many cute pregnant ladies and was thrilled to start dressing my cute bump like them.  The only problem was…I had no clue where to find stylish clothes.

Then I discovered 2 Chix!

2 Chix offer “a fresh and fun selection of maternity clothing that is hip, trendy, and funny.”  With 2 Chix there is an option for “sexy, funky, and comfortable” clothing.  They sell long and short sleeved tops, tanks, dresses, pants, and even shirts for dad!  Their clothes range from just finding out you are pregnant all the way through to post-pregnancy.  Everything is made with haute mama in mind!

Every pregnant woman wants to feel hot and not fat.  2 Chix is just the company that will help you look and feel great during you 9 months of waiting for baby.

One thing I like about 2 Chix is they can help you announce your pregnancy is a funny and creative way.  They have some great funky and sassy shirts to show that bump off.  Here are three they sent me.

Aren’t those the funniest and most wonderful bump announcement shirts ever!?  I just love them!  Plus, the material is SUPER soft!!  They are pre-shrunk so you don’t have to worry about your pregnancy brain making your clothes too small :)

2 Chix also sent me this great skirt.  This “40-week maternity and post-pregnancy skirt will take you through your entire pregnancy and beyond.”  It is made from the same soft cotton that is extra stretchy.  “It has a frayed bottom hem-line to complete the vintage look” and “is designed with an extra wide waistband that can stretch as your belly grows and can also be tightened with a drawstring when transitioning back down to your pre-baby size.”  Isn’t that genius!!??

I can hardly wait to have a little bump so I can show it off in these comfy and sassy clothes!  2 Chix is Real Moms recommended! Don’t forget about yourself or your favorite pregnant woman this holiday season.  There are tons of things any lady with a bump will love.

At 2 Chix maternity…they pride ourselves on providing quality products and excellent customer service. From bump to birth and through the “back nine”…they’ve got you covered! And…now they make NON maternity items as well!

When you are shopping at 2 Chix be sure to use the code REALMOMS20 for 20% off anything online!!

TODAY, 2 CHIX IS GIVING ONE LUCKY READER…

A MOMMY/DADDY/BABY PACK!!  VALUED AT $108.00!!

Want to win?  Here is how to enter:

 

1st entry-MANDATORY- Go to 2 Chix and tell us your favorite item.  It can be for Mom, Dad, or Baby.  If it is one mentioned in this review, please leave us your 2nd favorite.

1 entry-Go to 2 Chix and check out their non-maternity line.  What do you like there?

2 entries- Sign up to receive 2 Chix newsletters and receive special discount codes and offers!

2 entries- Sign up for RMRV emails

2 entries- Subscribe to the 2 Chix blog

3 entries- “Like” 2 Chix and RMRV on Facebook.  You can leave either of us a little note if you would like!!

1 entry per day- Follow 2 Chix and RMRV on Twitter and tweet the following: #WIN a $108 Mommy/Daddy/Baby pack!  @agiveawaydaily @2chixmaternity

5 entries- Make a purchase from 2 Chix.

 

You have until November 23rd @ 11:59 PM EDT to enter the giveaway. All giveaways are open to USA only.

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Crissa graduated from Brigham Young University in 2005 with a BA in Home and Family Living….the mom degree! Shortly after she found her dream guy and was married. They are now expecting their first baby in 2012. She loves shopping, baking, getting pampered, blogging, chocolate, and traveling.
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All dressed up! { IZ Byer clothing review}

I love clothes! I have recently been updating my wardrobe…. albeit very s-l-o-w-l-y so the hubby doesn’t complain notice that I’ve been spending more money! :-) It’ amazing what a few staples can do to liven things up.  A new pair of skinnies, a few versatile cardies ( I LOVE fall just for cardi season!!), and then of course something to go underneath those cardies. That is where this wonderful sleeveless turtle neck top from IZ Byer comes in. They were very generous and sent me one to try out! It is super sophisiticated, but can be worn either dressed up with a skirt/trousers, or dressed down with a great pair of jeans.

I forgot to snap a picture of the back, but it has a great tie that ties, creating a super cool turtle neck look with some great detail! It looks great with a ponytail so you can see the tie!

I love how it really goes with almost anything! A pair of flats or boots would look just as great as heels! I especially love the black lace detailing. It gives it an almost menswear tuxedo-ish look but with super girly style.  The little beaded accessory also makes the look even more complete. The banded bottom is great at hiding any little bulges you may be worried about too! And it’s also machine washable, so caring for it is a cinch!

Something else that is great about this is that it can pretty much be worn year round and it a timeless addition to your wardrobe. For you daring chicks (I prefer to keep my shoulders covered and wear it with a top layered underneath and a cardi over the top) it would look stunning by itself with a skirt or jeans. The possibilities are endless!  I am LOVING this top and can’t wait to see what else I can pair with it!

This top from IZ Byer is available at Kohls department stores nationwide.

This top comes REAL Mom Recommended!

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Audrey

Audrey has one very sweet baby boy & has been married for 5 years. She is a licensed massage therapist and enjoys being a SAHM with her little munchkin! She loves working out…especially running, cooking, shopping, makeup, reading, playing the piano, traveling, & spending time with family!
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Designer Baby. {Baby Milano Review}

I’m not sure if there is anything more fun than shopping for baby gear! Everything from onesies & hats to crib sheets and baby blankets; I love it all! Since our family is now complete and my babies are now children, I get the pleasure of shopping for dear friends that are expecting new little bundles of joy! There is no better spot than Baby Milano; an online wonderland of everything beautiful and even organic for an amazing new life entering this world!

Designer Baby Milano offers stylish, classic and versatile baby clothes that come in a plethora of various options that can be personalized in many ways. Baby Milano was created to help your little one be comfortable and stylish at the same time.

Baby Milano’s products are made 100% with your little ones needs in mind. Our Unique kimono onesies have the labels positioned not to irritate your little ones skin; there’s also an extra button inside to hold the inner flap to eliminate uncomfortable bunching. With Baby Milano’s diverse product line you can coordinate Prints and Solids to create beautiful & versatile gift sets ideal for personalization, including embroidery, heat transfer and screen printing. We also offer Reversible pieces including hats, bibs, burps and blankets. You can feel the aspect of our 100% Quality Cotton in our products that makes them smooth and soft for any baby.

Camouflage Onesie - Short Sleeve

I have quite a few friends expecting babies in the next few months! It’s like a baby boom among my girlfriends and it couldn’t be more fun for me to help celebrate all these new precious little ones! I got lost in all the wonderful gift options at Baby Milano and had was really pleased with the variety of baby items on their site! Baby Milano generously sent me a Camouflage Onesie with solid green trim and a Black Onesie with Camo trim! Perfect for a dear old high school friends’ brand new baby boy! I popped by one afternoon for a quick visit and snuggle with her sweet baby and she opened the gift! She loved it! I ordered it a little big {3-6 months}, and she is so excited for him to grow into these darling onesies! We were both impressed with the quality and super soft feel of the fabric; knowing how cozy he is going to be hanging out in his Camo duds in just a few short months! They grow SO fast! Baby Milano offers a variety of unique baby onesies. The Tie-Dye Onesies were also a favorite of mine. I would have loved to have had a few of those for my babies when they were tiny! I will most likely be back to Baby Milano doing some Baby Shower Shopping asap and I have no worries about finding the perfect gift for each of my friends!

Baby Milano is Real Mom {& Baby} Approved!!

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Amanda is a southern gal that loves coffee shop chit chat with dear friends, daydreaming, and an obsession with with polka dots, scarves, funky jewelry, children’s books, and anything vintage. She has two of the sweetest children that fill her heart and days with happiness.
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