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MommysClub Flu Pack Giveaway

Posted by html404 on March 14, 2014
in All Natural Products, Children's Health, Eco Friendly Products, Family Stuff, Giveaways, Health, Health and Wellness, Organic, Reviews, Uncategorized

As moms we are always concerned with the health of our children. That means we want to feed them healthy foods and use products that do not harm them or cause adverse affects. MommysClub knows moms. They offer a variety of products that are organic, non-GMO, EcoCert & BPA free, toxic-free ingredients made right here in US. All their products are vegan, cruelty free. MommysClub are animals lovers and are a part of the Leaping Bunny community, which means they do not test on or use any animal products!

MommysClub is offering to giveaway one Flu Pack to one of you! Beat the flu this spring by using the flu pack products.

Mommy’s Club Perfect Touch Sanitizer and Daily Cleansing Foam – are your two best friends in the fight against germs. These products are perfect to hand out at Churches, Schools, Places of Work and even Gyms. Perfect Touch Sanitizers make great ice breakers for Mommy’s Club pitches. Replace soaps in Bathrooms with the Daily Cleansing Foam.

Our Flu Pack Sampler Small contains

10 Perfect Touch Sanitizers 1 oz
2 Perfect Touch Sanitizers 4oz
2 Daily Cleansing Foams

Look for our family’s review of the MommysClub All In Bundle next week!

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CBR – Cord Blood Registry

Posted by Brande on February 23, 2014
in Children's Health, Family Stuff, Guest Post, Health, Parenting, Pregnancy and Birth, Uncategorized

“I participated in a campaign on behalf of Dad Central Consulting for CBR (Cord Blood Registry).”

Guest Dad Blogger: Scott

Did you know that Cord Blood Stem Cells have been used for treatment for more than 80 conditions? I never knew this.

Here’s another interesting fact:

“Newborn stem cells can trigger natural repair processes in the body by reducing inflammation and increasing blood flow to injured or diseased areas. They can also stimulate the growth of new blood vessels and other tissues.”

It just goes to show you how important it is to choose a Cord Blood Registry. More treatments are being evaluated by FDA-regulated clinical trials to help with common health issues including autism. Yet, 90% of blood cord is discarded and goes to medical waste.

With the capacity to create diverse cells for our own immune system, tissue, blood and organs; stem cells are often called the body’s “master cells”. If your family decides to make the decision to bank your child’s cord blood, you need to do this before the due date. Obtaining the blood cord cells is very simple and painless. After the umbilical cord is clamped and cut, the blood cells are then transferred to a “collection bag”. You have options with banking cord blood cells, you can private bank or donate to a public bank.

During February CBR is having a promotion of $200.00 off of banking services. Log onto cordbankingbasics.com for more information.

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5 Ways to Save on Time and Money at Healthcare Clinic Chicago

Posted by html404 on February 4, 2014
in Children's Health, Downloads, Family Stuff, Health, Health and Wellness, Men's Health, News Worthy, Parenting, Saving Money, Uncategorized, Women's Health

I am a member of the Collective Bias® Social Fabric® Community. This shop has been compensated as part of a social shopper amplification for Collective Bias and its advertiser. #HealthcareClinic #CollectiveBias

It has always been important to us to do everything we can to keep our family healthy. In the past when our large family has been under the weather it has taken us a l-o-n-g time to get over colds, the flu and even the chicken pox (7 children had it one after the other!). We are very grateful for our current health. It isn’t very often we get sick but when we do there are things that help us get healthy again. For example, when my husband gets wax build up in his ears to the point he can no longer hear, he goes to the Healthcare Clinic Chicago to get his ears candled or cleaned out. He has done this a couple of times, dropping by the clinic while out on errands or after work. No appointment necessary. It is very convenient and time saving for a busy parent.

The Walgreens Healthcare Clinic in Crystal Lake, IL has been very clean when we have dropped in and the Healthcare Providers have been courteous and personable. Both of these things has given us confidence in the professionals caring for our needs.

5 Ways to Save on Time and Healthcare Costs for Parents

1. As stated above, the Healthcare Clinic takes walk-ins. No appointment necessary, though you can schedule one should you desire to do so.

2. Use the Walgreen app to find a healthcare clinic nearest you.

Put in your information, customize what you are looking for and a list of clinics near you will come up:

3. Save on costly and unnecessary trips to the ER by visiting a Walgreens Healthcare Clinic, since they are open on weekends and evenings.

4. With Walgreens Prescription Savings Club, club members receive 10% savings on all Healthcare Clinic services. Please note Walgreens website states: This discount cannot be used in conjunction with insurance.

5. Healthcare clinics have on-site pharmacies. No need to go elsewhere for prescriptions.

As you can see, Walgreens Healthcare Clinic is very convenient and affordable. The next time we visit a Healthcare Clinic Chicago it will probably be to see if our youngest daughter’s ears need to be candled because we have a funny feeling she’s taking after her dad in that department!

What about you, have you ever visited a Walgreens Healthcare Clinic?

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Depend Fit Flex – Dad Central

Posted by Brande on January 31, 2014
in Guest Post, Health, Men's Health, News Worthy, Personal Care Products, Products for Dad, Products for Mom, Uncategorized, Women's Health

“I participated in a campaign on behalf of Dad Central Consulting for Depend. I received products samples and a promotional item as a thank you for participating.”

By Guest Dad Blogger – Scott

Here’s another one of those taboo conversations.

Many people have had that moment after they sneeze or just can’t hold it. The panic sets in…. wondering….. can anyone see anything? You may have a feeling of being ashamed or just bummed because you are getting older.

I’m here to tell you. You are not alone. Millions of people suffer from incontinence. No need to be embarrassed or ashamed. Depend’s new Fit-Flex is here to help.

Many people expressed concerns to the Depend brand about being bulky and not being able to live life to the fullest. Depend revamped their design and with Depend Fit Flex there’s no need to slow down your active life. Depend Fit Flex is so discreet you are able to wear your regular favorite attire and it goes unnoticed. Making you feel more confident and able to take back your active life style!

On the Depend site there are 3 inspiring stories. My favorite is Paul’s, he is living with incontinence. When Paul first experienced bladder issues he became embarrassed. Being unable to cope with this condition, Paul’s marriage fell apart. Then he began gaining weight in his 40’s and on his 50^th Birthday he made a decision. He was going to turn his life around. He began running and his life changed after marrying his 2^nd wife. She helped him cope with his incontinence and get on with his life. Paul now uses Depend Fit Flex regularly and has lost his weight gain. This is such an inspirational story in many ways.

Get on with your life! Enjoy running, bike riding, hiking, and vacations!

Mar Jennings is known as a top lifestyles expert. Here are a few active lifestyle tips from him.

* “Staying active is easier when you love what you do, be it hiking, horseback riding, tennis, or taking a brisk walk. Find what calls to you and get moving!”

* “Have a clear vision of what you want “you” and your life to look like in six or 12 months. Start small and think big; the results over time will be impressive.”

Don’t stop living because of bladder issues. Depend offers underwear, briefs, guards, and shields for men and women. Click here to request a free sample.

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“Grow your Game” – Men’s ROGAINE

Posted by Brande on January 24, 2014
in Guest Post, Health and Wellness, Men's Health, Personal Care Products, Products for Dad, Uncategorized

“I participated in an Influencer Program on behalf of Dad Central for ROGAINE®. I received a product sample and promotional item to thank me for participating.”

Guest Dad Blogger – Scott

Besides worrying about getting gray some of us Dad’s also begin to worry about hair loss. The dreaded widow’s peak is starting to make an appearance for this Dad. I’m looking forward to using ROGAINE treatments. As directed – I will use a half a capful of ROGAINE foam twice a day (morning and evening). It’s a leave in formula, so make sure it’s dry before you go to bed.

Many of you may recognize Bill Rancic from “The Apprentice”. He was not fired by Donald Trump and was the first winner of the show. Bill came on board with ROGAINE in May 2012 and is currently serving as the brands first ever “Growth Coach”. Bill tells about real world experiences and personal situations and not letting his hair loss get in his way.

The “Grow you Game” initiative – A few small changes in your life can give you or anyone the confidence to achieve anything. That shock of looking in the mirror and seeing your losing hair or over weight can really take the wind out of your sails. I’m taking back my confidence by using ROGAINE foam, eating better and getting out for a walk once a day. Just these few extra minutes a day can make a lifetime of difference in your confidence and attitude. Check out what Bill Rancic and 5 other men are saying about the “Grow you Game” initiative.

A few ROGAINE facts:

It is FDA approved and Easy to use.
ROGAINE is the #1 Dermatologist recommended brand for hair regrowth.

Did you know that …

“Hereditary hair loss affects up to 40% of all men and more than 15 million men admit to being concerned about the condition.”

Why not start fixing that concern today! ROGAINE is available nationwide at food, drug and mass retailers, or even online at www.rogaine.com.

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Swerve Sweetener 10% Discount Coupon – Thrifty Thursday

Posted by html404 on January 23, 2014
in All Natural Products, Coupons, Deals, Family Stuff, Food and Treats, Health, Health and Nutrition, Health and Wellness, Shopping, Thrifty Thursday, Uncategorized

This post contains affiliate links.

I reviewed Swerve Sweetener when I wrote the post about replacement sweeteners and really liked it. It isn’t like other replacement sweeteners, it tastes that good. I used most of it in my tea, but I need to order more. I just missed the sale they had going on where you can purchase four canisters for $20. Completely forgot! Boo hoo! Can’t believe I have to start putting sale end dates on my calendar to remind myself to shop!

You all can save 10% discount on your order placed via Swerve’s website.

The discount code is: FAITH10 and expires 12/31/2014.

Have you ever forgotten a sale you really wanted to participate in? Or forgot coupons you really wanted to use?

Stay sweet!

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Get Healthy with Insync Probiotic #NaturalProbiotic #shop #cbias

Posted by html404 on January 19, 2014
in All Natural Products, Exercise, Family Stuff, Food and Treats, Health, Health and Fitness, Health and Nutrition, Health and Wellness, Products for Dad, Products for Mom, Recipes, Uncategorized

Our family really strives to live a healthy lifestyle, but I want to preface that by saying we don’t do it perfectly and we are still on our journey to better health. Always room for improvement, right? Though I have to say we celebrate our two year anniversary of being cold and flu free next month! One of the ways we live healthy is taking a natural probiotic and a daily multivitamin.

Insync Probiotic

Insync Probiotic is a natural probiotic I have been taking for the past three weeks. It is available at Meijer stores in the “condition specific” section. It contains doctor recommended B. infantis’, which is a healthy probiotic bacteria that has been found to help women with irritable bowel syndrome (Source: National Center for Biotechnology Information, U.S. National Library of Medicine). I have found it easy on my digestive system.

Four Things to Stay Healthy

Here are four other things to do to help maintain a healthy digestive system balance in addition to taking a natural probiotic.

1. Eating the right foods. One of my favorite fall and winter time foods is soup, especially Potato Kale Soup. It has lots of yummy veggies that keep your digestive system going.

It looks wonderful in the above photo with all its brightly colored vegetables, and it’s how the children prefer it, but I prefer to blend it together as the recipe calls for, which makes it look not quite so appealing. It is oh-so-yummy though!

2. Getting enough sleep is an important part of staying healthy and giving our body the rest it needs to function properly.

3. Get enough exercise. I struggle with this one because I like to get my exercise naturally rather than go to the gym or get on exercise equipment. One of the reasons I want to live on a farm! The thing is I have so many children that usually what’s left for me is weeding the garden which no one else enjoys. Before my older two boys took it over, one of my favorite things to do in the winter was shovel snow. Exercise aids in regular bowel movements.

4. Laughter. We are all probably familiar with the old proverb “Laughter is good medicine”, but it rings true. Exercise, laughter and having fun gets the endorphines going and reduces stress in our life. Less stress promotes good digestion and promotes good health.

For more information about Insync Probiotic, please visit:
http://www.insyncprobiotic.com
Twitter – @insyncprobiotic
Facebook – insyncprobiotic

Do you and your family take a natural probiotic to stay healthy? Have you ever heard of or tried Insync Probiotic before reading this post?

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Airborne from Smiley360

Posted by Brande on December 17, 2013
in Coupons, Family Stuff, Health, Products for Dad, Products for Mom, Reviews, Uncategorized

I received this product for free from Smiley360 in exchange for my honest review. You can join Smiley360 here!

Airborne can support your immune system. It’s packed with vitamins, minerals, and herbs. Airborne contains no preservative and is gluten free.

Airborne Kids offers a blast of Vitamin C with flavored citrus and berry gummies. It has an herbal blend including Echinacea & Ginger, with antioxidants.

Airborne Chewable Tablets also have Vitamin C. No water is needed for these berry flavored chewables. These taste great for vitamins.

Airborne Effervescent Tables need to be dissolved in water. One Effervescent Tablet has 1,000 mg of Vitamin C! It’s zesty orange flavor also tastes good.

Besides these few kinds I received, Airborne is also available in lozenges, Airborne plus Energy, and Hot Soothing Mix. Don’t let me forget Airborne On-The-Go.

Here’s what’s in Airborne products:

Vitamin E, Vitamin C, Vitamin A, Zinc, Selenium, Manganese, Magnesium, a variety of herbs, & Echinacea.

Click here for a $1.00 coupon! Don’t forget to visit Airborne’s Facebook and Twitter pages!

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Smiley 360 – Movember for Men’s Health

Posted by Brande on December 12, 2013
in Health, Health and Wellness, Men's Health, Products for Dad, Uncategorized

Check out the Movember website from Just for Men. It’s a great site about men’s health and wellness. The Movember site is raising money to help with research and development for men’s health. Us ladies aren’t the only ones who have down days or health issues, our fellas do to. Most of them put on their macho faces and go on with the day. We need to be attentive of their health also. Many men don’t take action when they depressed or have a physical problem. Movember is a great site for Men (& Women) to learn more about Men’s health issues and have a little fun. Movember is taking serious issues and putting a fun mustache twist on it. Here’s the link, to find out more!

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MinuteClinic at select CVS Pharmacy Stores

Posted by Brande on December 12, 2013
in Family Stuff, Health, Health and Nutrition, News Worthy, Parenting, Products for Dad, Products for Mom, Uncategorized

“I participated in a campaign on behalf of Dad Central Consulting for CVS MinuteClinic. I received promotional items as a thank you for participating”

By: Guest Dad Blogger Scott – #MC

“Children suffer around 6 or 12 colds a year.”

And

“Americans get 1 billion colds a year.”

Source: Center for Disease Control and Prevention

With cold and flu season fast approaching it’s good to know that MinuteClinic in select CVS Pharmacy Stores are here to help you.

What’s a MinuteClinic you ask? Good Question!

MinuteClinic is an affordable alternative to visiting your doctor when you or a family member is suffering from a cold, cough or flu illness. No appointments are necessary and they are open 7 days a week with evening hours! The MinuteClinic can vaccinate, diagnose, treat, and prescribe for cold, cough, and/or flu!

Board Certified Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants are there for you to treat a variety of common family illnesses. Not just limited to cold, cough, and flu. They are able to diagnose strep throat, ear infections, pink eye, and UTI’s. In addition, they are able to provide vaccinations for flu, pertussis, and others. The MinuteClinic can also provide physicals for sports and /or camps and wellness services to stop smoking, lose weight, and screening for diabetes and cholesterol.

This program is terrific for that on the go person or family. The MinuteClinic also accepts insurance! If your regular doctor is not available and you visit the MinuteClinic, they will send your summary visit to your primary care physician (with your permission). No regular doctor? No problem – The MinuteClinic can even help you find a provider.

Currently the MinuteClinic at CVS Pharmacy Stores is available in 28 states and in Washington DC.

If you sneeze or cough, please cover your mouth, this is how most germs spread. One of the best ways to avoid sickness is wash your hands with soap and water and try not to touch your face.