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What’s in a name? {Birthday Keepsakes review & giveaway}

 

When it comes to birthday presents, I really love to give something that has meaning. Depending on the person, that can be super hard… Dad!! Hello- does anyone actually have a Dad that is easy to shop for, except for maybe those who like to golf or other such sports! :-) One person who is super easy to shop for is my little peanut!! I mean after all, kids like just about anything right? Depending on the toy, that may or may not hold true!

I recently came across something I am giving my little guy for his 2nd birthday. Now that is still not for many months still, but I am SO excited!! He LOVE LOVE LOVES books. And I’m hoping by the time he turns two he will appreciate this book as much as I do! I was recently generously sent a personalized birthday book from Birthday Keepsakes! Yes!! You’re child can finally be in the story! It is such a great idea! You put in your child’s name, first, middle, and last, and birthday and there is an animal and small desciption that coincides with that letter. There are even options on which animal to choose for each letter!  It is customizable for boys, girls, adopted children, any situation possible! There is also a great option to add a caption on the title page with a photo as well as who it’s from and a date too! This book is REAL Mom Recommended and did I already mention I’m excited for his next birthday!!

I think he’s going to go crazy for it! I was super impressed with how quickly it arrived, and the pictures and the story itself is super cute! If you are looking for something ‘extra’ special for your little one’s next birthday (or maybe a niece or nephew), this is the perfect thing! They also have some other really great ideas for personalizing the perfect gift! Thanks birthday keepsakes!

 

 Today Birthday Keepsakes is generously giving away a “my

name story book” to one lucky winner!

(You will recieve a GC that will cover up to 24 characters, a picture on the title page and the cost of shipping.)

 

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You have until February 2nd @ 11:59 PM EDT to enter the giveaway. All giveaways are open toUSAonly.

 

Exhale your excess weight {Breathslim review & giveaway}

 

We’ve made it past the holidays. New Year’s has come and gone and I can’t believe we are already more than half way through January! New Year resolutions are in full swing. One of mine every year seems to be to lose a couple more pounds, the ever elusive goal! I made it through the holidays and Mexico I’m happy to report with only a 3 pound increase. More than I would like, but I’ve yet to make it back to the gym in the two days I’ve been home so I’m attributing some of that to bloating from being on the plane and sitting in the car. Tomorrow I’m going for sure! Well, I had the very interesting opportunity to try something  back in December that helped me get ready for Mexico. It’s called Breathslim. It’s a device that is based on a breathing principle that helps you lose weight by training your lungs to be more effective, thereby increasing oxygen in the bloodstream, thereby increasing metabolism.

In the early 90’s, a group of international scientists and enthusiasts decided to turn their research to an ancient healing art that has been practiced for tens of thousands of years.

For 20 years, these dedicated scientists studied virtually every method of breathing exercise from the ancient Oriental systems to such modern spin-offs as Buteyko and Holotropic breathing.

Their research proved that while different breathing methods produce different results, all of them had a therapeutic effect. They concluded that practicing any breathing technique is better than practicing none at all.

Hippocrates, the father of the modern medicine, believed that “air is a pasture of life and a greatest ruler of all”. Early Oriental teachers called air “an ocean of energy” and advised everyone to use breathing exercises to increase their bodies’ vital power.

What these scientists discovered was that calmer and slower breathing allows the body to retain more of its vital resources. The average person takes 17 breaths per minute. By adapting your body to take no more than 10 breaths per minute, you get a 40% increase in your vital energy, even increasing your lifespan.

From the beginning, the focus of their research was to find out which breathing technique would best lead an untrained person to success. They wanted to know the best way to teach people to improve their breathing and optimize their breathing cycles.

In 1996, their research led to the development of the world’s first respiratory training device (FRTD). The FRTD, a state-of-the-art breathing device that remedies diseases of the respiratory, cardiovascular and nervous systems, is patented and registered in many countries including the United States. The Food and Drug Administration of U. S. (FDA) approved it in 1998. More than 3 million FRTD devices have been sold all over the world.

At the same time the FRTD was developed, an international association of scientists, doctors and other breathing enthusiasts was created. From the start, IntellectBreathing, had the mission of helping people overcome problems like bronchial asthma, shortness of breath, hypertension, smoking, insomnia, and diseases associated with cardiac activity.

Lab studies showed, during 12 years of monitoring, that there are absolutely NO negative side effects. The only known side effects are: increased energy and a dramatic decrease of sleep problems, stress and tiredness.

In 2006, at the annual meeting of IntellectBreathing in Prague, experts discussing lung and cardiac disease treatments noted one other, rather remarkable “side effect” of using the FRTD.

 

They discovered that not only was the FRTD effective at treating asthma and hypertension, but in the first month of treatment, more than 82% of patients using the FRTD also noticed a drop in excess weight.

Some of them lost as much as 44 pounds in just two months.

Certainly, these findings deserved further study.

A second team of scientists from the U. S., Europe and the Russian Federation began to conduct even more research, discovering that the delivery of extra oxygen burned through fat through a process called oxidation. They discovered that it takes about 16 pounds of oxygen to burn two pounds of excess weight. So with the FRTD, people’s blood streams were filled with about 24 percent oxygen which couldn’t help but increase the oxidation (or burning) of fat. They also discovered that with the delivery of extra oxygen also reduced food cravings.

Their research led to a modification of the original FRTD which resulted in the invention of Breathslim®, a safe, effective, healthy way to lose weight.

I’m not going to lie. When I first read about Breathslim, I was very skeptical. I decided to try it though. I followed the instructions carefully, which are very easy to do as there are only three steps required.

I noticed right away some differences after only about a week. I have  been a mouth breather as long as I can remember. I’ve tried several times to make an effort to breath continually out of my nose, knowing it is healthier, but have never been able to get it to stick. Also, when I have tried only breathing out of my nose, I feel like I can’t get enough air in my lungs and get short of breath, which makes me go back to mouth breathing. After only a couple days of using the Breathslim, I realized I was automatically breathing through my nose without feeling short of breath! Amazing!!!! I also noticed I had an easier time falling asleep at night as well. I only was able to use it consistently for about 2.5 weeks because then I left for vacation and it was hard to remember to do it every night, but before I left I had already lost 2 pounds. The scale had settled and not moved for about a month, and when I started using the Breathslim it starting moving again! This device is REAL Mom Recommended and I am exciting to get back to using it again! Here’s to a new year and to healthy breathing! Thanks Breathslim!

Breathslim can be ordered online!

Today Breathslim is generously giving away a breathslim!

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Rockin’ around the Christmas tree {Phix energy drinks review & giveaway}

 

OK ladies… there is officially less than one week before Christmas. Christmas baking (and delivering of goodies) done?… check! Christmas shopping done?… (almost!!)… a few last minute things! Christmas wrapping done?… not even started! Cleaning of house before leaving for 3 weeks? Halfway, and it may stay at that point! Packing for 3 weeks done?…not even close! Whew… and those are just the big things! Not to mention just taking care of my family and trying to squeeze in a bit of exercise too! With all that running around, I need some serious energy! You  know you’re tired when you wake up at 8:45am and by 10:45am you are ready for a nap! That was me today! I have been going non-stop! Thankfully, I recently had the opportunity to try a new kind of drink that gives you increased energy without the jitters and crash of most energy drinks! It’s called Phix! And let me tell you, it’s totally helped me get through some of those crazy days!

Phix Energy is a sophisticated, natural energy drink mix blending green tea antioxidants, energy-restoring NADH, and yerba maté for enhanced vigor, plus we add vitamins and minerals to keep you feeling healthy.

Our natural energy drinks give you an immediate lift, but unlike other energy drink mix products, there are no spikes, jitters, or crashes. Phix Energy is smooth and sustained energy designed to give you a natural boost day in and day out.

Phix Energy – Drink for Energy and to Your Health

Phix Energy is a healthy, all natural energy drink mix that was designed by a leading naturopathic physician and licensed dietitians to enhance vis medicatrix naturae: the body’s natural healing power. The proprietary blend of herbs and nutraceuticals in Phix is based on therapeutic dosages found to be safe and effective in clinical research trials. Drink Phix for energy and to your health.

Enhanced energy and clarity:

Phix natural energy drink mix contains a small amount (80mg) of caffeine from yerba maté, a traditional drink in many countries. Green tea extract and NADH also have mild stimulant qualities. The result is a gentle and sustained pick-me-up — with no spikes and crashes.

Cellular support and protection:

Phix Energy contains several types of important antioxidants, which can help protect your DNA from oxidative damage.

Immune system support:

Phix’s natural energy ingredients, such as Vitamin C and Eleuthero, are designed to help support healthy immune function.

Blood sugar balance:

Phix natural energy drink contains chromium, which helps to balance blood sugar levels. By balancing out extremes of high and low blood sugar, chromium may also help prevent fatigue.

Muscle fatigue and recovery:

If you’re active, it’s important to replace electrolytes and water-soluble vitamins for optimal athletic performance and recovery. Just add Phix natural energy to water and drink for energy and to your health.

I tried one of these before I hit the gym one day. I didn’t feel the “rush” that I feel if I drink something from a can… (I fondly refer to them as “sleep in a can!”, but I will tell you I powered through my workout that day with extra energy and felt like I was able to push harder than usual! It was really nice having a gentle increase of energy rather than a huge burst where I felt like I was holding on for dear life! :-) I also received the counterpart of Phix Energy…Phix Sleep.

Phix Sleep – All-Natural Sleep Aid Drink

Phix Sleep aid drink formulas are designed by a leading naturopathic physician and licensed dietitians to enhance vis medicatrix naturae: the body’s natural healing power. The proprietary blend of herbs and nutraceuticals in Phix is based on therapeutic dosages found to be safe and effective in clinical research trials.

Gentle relaxation:

Phix natural sleep aid drink contains a unique and effective mixture of nutrients and herbs designed to help you gently drift to sleep. We start with a blend of the best and brightest naturopathic treatments from modern research studies, including lemon balm, sour jujube, and GABA. We then put these in a base of chamomile, an herbal tea that has been used for centuries as a traditional sleep aid drink.

Multiple effects:

Unlike pharmaceutical sleep aids, which work via strong action on a particular brain chemical, Phix natural sleep drink has multiple mechanisms of action. In addition to sedation mediated through neurotransmission, the herbs and nutrients in Phix Sleep help to relax muscles, modulate the stress response, and reset the body’s natural clock.

Not habit-forming:

Medications used as sleep aids can be dangerously habit-forming, and there can be rebound insomnia when the medications are discontinued. Phix sleep aid drinks are specially formulated to be strong enough to be used as needed, but also non-habit-forming, so they can be used every day.

Does not impair motor function:

Most sleep medications impair your ability to perform motor tasks such as driving. Although we suspect that you would rather sleep than drive after a helping of Phix Sleep, the herbs and nutrients used in this product do not impair your dexterity. Also unlike common medication treatments, Phix natural sleep aids do not suppress respiratory function or lead to unexpected behavioral changes.

All natural ingredients:

The ingredients in Phix Sleep are all naturally occurring herbs or nutrients. They were specifically chosen to have a high degree of safety as well as a good track record of efficacy. We specifically avoided any herbal medicines with a high risk of negative interaction with commonly used medications.

I tried these before bed. I woke up the next morning refreshed and ready to face the day. I also remember that it didn’t take me forever to fall asleep that night… something that seems to happen frequently with me because I just can’t stop thinking about everything I need to do the next day!

These  are perfect if you are always on the go, or if you need help relaxing at night!  They would also make the perfect stocking stuffer!! These drinks are REAL Mom Recommended! Here’s to a good’s night sleep and sailing through the next day!

Phix Energy and Phix Sleep are available online!

 

 Today Phix is generously giving away 2 boxes of Phix Energy variety, containing 12 stix – 4 of each flavor.

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The Gift of Health {Union Springs Wellness gift basket review & giveaway}

 

We all know how fun the holidays are! They are a time for seeing family, some we only get to see once or twice a year! We all love the parties that go with the holidays too! It is time when we all get together and mingle, catching up, telling stories, snuggling by the fire or watching movies late at night. I would say I love the holidays because I see family I am very close to but unfortunately they live far away. However, what do all the above have in common that may not be so joyous? With all that mingling together brings the opportunity for germs to mingle and get spread too! That is always my fear is that I will get sick over the holidays and then it will get spread through the house, or… even worse… someone else will get sick and I will end up another casualty! However, there is a solution in the fight against germs! Union Springs Wellness is a company that is on a quest to offer comprehensive protection against all the areas where germs can get us!!

MyClyns 360° Germ Protection System

Accessing total wellness

Introducing, the first and only germ protection system offering unparalleled germ defense for your family everywhere, all the time.

The revolutionary MyClyns® 360° Germ Protection System is made up of specifically designed products that help families protect themselves against potentially dangerous viruses, bacteria, fungi and other pathogens that are spread by three primary modes of transmission:

  • Contact with an infected person
  • Eating contaminated food
  • Contact with contaminated surfaces

A problem that won’t go away

With the advent of antibiotics, scientists made sweeping predictions heralding the end of death and suffering from infectious diseases. During the past 25 years, however, germs have demonstrated their tremendous ability to adapt and survive.

In the United States, two of the 10 leading causes of death are infectious diseases. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that 160,000 Americans die each year with an infectious disease as the underlying cause of death.*

Until recently, the commitment and resources needed to sustain an active community defense against infectious diseases has waned. Faith in antibiotics and vaccines led to a downward spiral in public health spending and essential surveillance and laboratory systems did not keep pace with available technology. Cutbacks in prevention programs, lack of trained staff, and weak outbreak detection systems, for a time, allowed infectious diseases to gain a strong foothold in the United States and abroad.

We’ve got you covered

Anticipating and coping with these microbial threats requires vigilance. That’s where Union Springs Wellness — with its revolutionary MyClyns® 360° Germ Protection System — comes in. Our structured approach to germ-protection is the most complete solution for families concerned about their total wellness against emerging and reemerging infectious diseases.

Between our Personal Protection Products that you and your family use while on the go, and our Surface Cleaners and Treatments that you can use on all your surfaces at home, in the car, at the office or any other environment you can think, and Food Washthat helps protect the food you eat we’ve got you covered.

I recently was generously given the exclusive gift basket to try out. It came with the Myclens surface wipes, hand sanitizer, fabric freshener, food wash and germ protection spray. Very conveniently, my little guy had thrown up on the couch the day before I got these. I had tried the standard carpet spot remover on it the night before and that horrible odor still remained. I put the fabric freshener right to work as soon as I got it! I did have to apply it twice, but I am happy to report it took care of the smell and left a surprising light, refreshing fragrance behind. I don’t like overly strong cleaning smells! The hand sanitizer is great too because it is odor free and absorbs almost instantly so there is no film left to rub in! This basket would make a wonderful gift because it is not only something totally out of the ordinary, it is also very thoughtful and practical…hhmmm…I can think of multiple people on my list that I need something thoughtful and practical for! :-) This basket is REAL Mom Recommended and I am looking forward to the other great products I received!! Thanks Union Springs Wellness!

Today Union Springs Wellness  is generously giving away an

executive gift basket to one lucky winner!

 

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I saw Mommy Kissing Santa Claus {EdenFantasys Giveaway}

 

Christmas is right around the corner! I can’t believe we are over a quarter through December already! For some reason I kind of equate Christmas with the end of the year because it seems like everything is rush, rush up until Christmas. So by my outlook, there are only about 2 more weeks left to get everything done! ( Once Christmas is here the other week just gets lost spending time with family!) If you are like me, you are to the point where you are double checking your lists to make sure you haven’t left anyone off! Well, did you remember to include yourself on the list of who’s been nice this year? For as hard as us Mamas work, we sure deserve a little something special this time of year! If you have been especially ”nice” this year…. or maybe you’re feeling a little “naughty”, you should definitely head over to EdenFantasys to check out some of the special treats they have for Moms (and Dads too!!) Wouldn’t your Hubby or significant other just light up like the Christmas tree if you surprised him with something on the spicy side?? :-) You can create a wish list that can be emailed so you get exactly what you want!  This time of the year, I feel like I hardly see my Hubby. Between obligations and shopping and all those other last minute things that come up this time of year, I feel like we only meet when we finally both collapse into bed at night. I know that I am going to plan something special (Yes! Christmas, or at least part of it will be coming a little early this year! :-) ) for the two of us to reconnect before the Christmas craze starts. For us, we travel to both our parents houses over the course of about 2 weeks, so the time for “one on one” is pretty much zilch!

EdenFantasys has whatever have in mind. Whether you just want to relax together and give each other some massages with oil, or want a great way to set the mood, this adult shop has you covered. They have everything from toys for the super adventurous (don’t be afraid to check it out!!) to scrubs and lotions for the Mama who just wants to pamper herself. Check out this awesome head massager!! I’ve used one before and trust me, it will ROCK YOUR WORLD!!!!!!

EdenFantasys has super fast shipping, so you will be sure to get it before Christmas. They even have a super cool delivery date calculator where you enter your zip code so you will know exactly when to expect your goodies! This site is REAL Mom Recommended… and I bet my hubby would say REAL Dad too! ;-) Happy Holidays from EdenFantasys!

Today EdenFantasys is generously giving away a $50 gift certificate

to one luck winner!

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