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5 Tips for Keeping Kids Active This Summer! Plus, A FREE Swimming Pool Test Kit!

May 242013

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The following post is on behalf of the Water Quality & Health Council. Data was provided, however opinions expressed at that of my own. Although this was not compensated, I was provided additional pool test strips.

School is being let out as we speak, and it is important to make sure our children continue to keep moving and exercising versus vegging out in front of electronic devices all summer.

Thanks to the Water Quality & Health Council, and their 2013 Healthy Pools campaign I have been provided tips to share on how to keep our kids active during these warm months.

Tips for Keeping Kids Active During The Summer

Host a family meeting to discuss the appropriate balance of hours on electronic devices and hours spent exercising outside.

Discuss the health benefits of being physically active and work with your children to set goals for themselves.

Build family time into the schedule that involves face-to-face social interaction without electronic devices.

Locate the municipal or public pool in your area.

Make sure children learn to swim, and are supervised and swimming in a properly maintained pool.

health benefits of swimming for kids

In addition to the tips, the Water Quality & Health Council is giving away free swimming pool test kits! This will help make sure that kids are keeping active and swimming in a healthy environment.

Simply visit here, Free Pool Test Kit from the Water Quality & Health Council and you will receive a free swimming pool test kit to measure the chlorine and proper pH of pool water (or a public pool’s water). You can then come back and add your information to their interactive map for the US. Available while supplies last and valid in the United States.

So where will you be using your strips, a public pool, or private? I hope you and your family enjoy the Summer!

FFM

Data in the form above is form a survey conducted of 1,000 adults with at least one child between the ages of 5 and 14 nationwide. The survey was conducted by telephone, including both landlines and cell phones, from May 2 through May 9, 2013 by Mason-Dixon Polling & Research, Inc. The margin for error on the national results is +/-3.2%.

Graeter’s Ice Cream Has A New Flavor Called Black Cherry Chocolate Chip. My Kids and I Got To Sample It! {Giveaway Ends 6/23/13}

May 232013

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Do you like Ice Cream? How about ice cream filled with chunks of Chocolate and yummy Black Cherry?

Graeter’s Ice Cream recently introduced their newest flavor, Black Cherry Chocolate Chip and my family was sent pints so we could try it out and review it. We have actually been fans of Graeter’s since we first got to try their flavors in 2011 Graeter’s Ice Cream 6 Flavors Review!

Graeters Black Cherry Chocolate Chip Ice Cream

The kids are excited, the Ice Cream arrived!

Graeter’s Ice Cream specializes in French Pot Ice Cream, a process when fresh cream and egg custard is gently swirled along the chilled sides of a slowly spinning French Pot Freezer. This prevents air from being whipped into the ice cream and creates a heavier and denser ice cream.

My son was totally on board with this flavor.

Black Cherry Chocolate Chip is the first new Graeter’s flavor in 3 years and is an all-natural black cherry ice cream made with heavy cream, pure cane sugar and loaded with fresh black cherries. It also has Graeter’s signature dark chocolate chunks.

I usually don’t go for fruit related ice creams , but this flavor is really good. I asked my son what he thought about it, and he said he liked the chunks of chocolate and the overall flavor of the ice cream. My daughter was a bit stand offish at first, since she is a vanilla kind of girl, however this flavor has grown on her. I only know this since she wanted it for an afternoon snack yesterday.

To see all their ice cream flavors and to learn more about Graeter’s, visit their website at graeters.com. You can also check them out on Facebook at Graeter’s Facebook Page.

Black Cherry Chocolate Chip is now available in Publix and The Fresh Market in the Florida.

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Thanks to Graeter’s, one (1) lucky Frugal and Fun Mom Reader, will receive 2 Coupons for FREE Graeter’s Ice Cream!

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Frugal and Fun Mom did not receive compensation for this review but was provided free containers of Graeter’s Ice Cream to keep and try. The opinions expressed in this post are that of my own.

Aveeno Positively Radiant Intensive Night Cream Review!

May 232013

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I received this free product as part of an Aveeno Influenster Sampling Program. Opinions expressed in this post are that of my own.

Thanks to Influenster, I was sent a package with Aveeno Positively Radiant Intensive Night Cream to review here on my blog Frugal and Fun Mom.

According to Influenster, the Aveeno Positively Radiant Intensive Night Cream is formulated with ACTIVE NATURALS Total Soy Complex and vitamin B3 to help reduce the appearance of discoloration, uneven tone and blotchiness. This product should in turn, reveal healthier-looking skin.

I have used this product for about a week and since I do not have discoloration other than freckles, I did not notice a change in the coloring of my skin. It has a great scent that I can only describe as mild and floral. The product absorbed very quickly into my skin and left me with a light tingling feeling. I think it worked great as a night cream since I did not have a reaction, nor did it leave a residue behind on my pillows. I’m sure individual results will vary with this product.

No make-up and Aveeno Positively Radiant Intensive Night Cream!

I can’t say for a fact that I looked younger after I used this product, but I was surprised at how refreshed I looked without make-up and only the Aveeno Positively Radiant Intensive Night Cream on before bedtime. I will continue to use this product until it runs out.

This item has been spotted retailing for $14.99-$16.99 for a 1.7 oz. jar at National food, drug and mass merchandisers, drugstore.com. I would be inclined to pick this up again if I had a coupon or could get it on sale.

To learn more about this product visit Aveeno’s website at aveeno.com.

FFM

Nuby Tear-Free Rinse Pail! A Perfect Product To Make Toddler Bath Time Easy! {Giveaway Ends 6/22/13}

May 212013

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“Frugal and Fun Mom is a Nuby Mommy Blogger. I did not receive any compensation for this post, although as part of this program I may receive items to sample or review. Product details were provided. Opinions expressed are that of my own.”

Do you ever just have one of those “Ah Ha” moments when you try out a product? Well I did when I used the Nuby Tear-Free Rinse Pail!

Neither one of my older children like to have their hair washed and my 4-year-old daughter can not stand to get water in her face. It is always a challenge combined with thrashing around and crying. My oldest child was the same way, but has gotten better since he started taking showers. However, he is still not a fan of hair washing.

When I was given an opportunity to review the Tear-Free Rinse Pail I thought, why not give it a try, it can’t get any worse. Well needless to say, I am in love with this product now because my daughter is no longer complaining.

This unique product features a comfortable grip and a tear-free edge. This edge is soft and can contour against your child’s skin to help prevent water from running into their eyes. I recommend only filling it up half way so it doesn’t come rushing out, and is easier to hold.

Bath time could have been more fun for the past 6 years if I would have had this sooner. At least my little guy can benefit from it once he gets a little more steady in the tub.

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This product is available for purchase at Kmart, Amazon Nuby Shampoo Rinse Cup, Colors May Vary, and other retailers.

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Thanks to Nuby, one (1) lucky Frugal and Fun Mom Reader, will receive a Nuby Tear-Free Rinse Pail!

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Looking in the Mirror and Seeing My Mother!

May 212013

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Every once in a while, I walk by a mirror and I catch a glimpse of my mother. Every once in a while I open my mouth and I hear her voice come out. Every once in a while I do something, and I think that is just like her.

Does this happen to you?

The other day, I found myself putting a sticky note on food in the pantry because I was tired of finding open, half full boxes of cereal. I also had to throw out a few, and the frugal gal in me was just not having that!

This was something my mother would do. When I was a teenager, I remember getting in trouble for eating an entire bag of mozzarella intended for Lasagna one night. (I melted it in the microwave and ate the whole glob of cheese, it was delicious, but so bad). A note was on the bag the next time. Would it not have been for this, I would have eaten us out of house and home.

I say things to the kids all the time that sound like my mother. I sit in my bed and read the paper just like her. I even keep a tidy house, and I learned that from “you know who” as well.

Am I complaining that I hear my mother? No. Should I have listened more?Probably. Should I thank her for all these great things I do now? Yeah. Let me swallow some pride, pick up the phone and call. I’m lucky I can, and I’m sure she would love it!

So what do you do that reminds you of your mother? Is it something you would thank her for?

FFM

“Share What You Treasure” For A Chance To Win A $2,500 Shopping Spree To The Home Depot From GAF!

May 182013

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The following is a sponsored post on behalf of GAF.

What do you treasure most under your roof? Is it your Spouse, Children, Pets, or a Favorite Collection? Well, sharing this might win you a $2,500 Home Depot Shopping Spree From GAF, North America’s largest roofing manufacturer!

Each week of the GAF’s “Share What You Treasure” promotion, you can simply upload images or link to Facebook albums that represent Things You Treasure Most, and you could win a $100 gift card to The Home Depot. In addition, there is a grand prize of a $2500 shopping spree to The Home Depot and an opportunity to be included in a video webisode shot by a celebrity filmmaker.

I treasure my 3 kids because they are the loves of my life. Everyday they surprise me with how smart they are, and they teach me new things just as much as I am teaching them. Of course I treasure my hubby, he just happens to not be in this picture.

To enter GAF’s promotion, visit “Share What You Treasure” and upload your photo and enter your first name, last name, mailing address, city, state, zip code, e-mail address and check the Official Rules. Each Submission will count as one (1) entry into that week’s drawing. Promotion Ends October 31, 2013. (If you have trouble viewing the content, make sure you scroll all the way to the bottom of the page and use your mouse to pull the bar over.)

So what do you treasure most under your roof? After you place your entry I would love for you to share in the comment section below.

FFM

FREE Activity Sheets for Disney PLANES! Coloring & Connect the Dots!

May 162013

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The information in this post was provided by Walt Disney Studios. Opinions expressed are that of my own.

Looking for some fun FREE Activities for your kids?

I just printed these FREE Disney PLANES Printables for my guys to color after school and this weekend.

We are all huge fans of the CARS Movies, so we can’t wait for this film to come out. I know these coloring sheets, and connect the dots will only make my kids even more ready for the film and, hopefully it will keep them entertained for a bit.

For more information on the film visit the website at disney.com/Planes. You can also “Like” Disney’s PLANES on Facebook at facebook.com/DisneyPlanes or “Follow” Disney’s PLANES on Twitter at twitter.com/DisneyPictures.

Are you planning on seeing the film?

Disney’s PLANES releases in theaters everywhere on August 9th!

FFM

Comfort & Harmony Mombo Nursing Pillow Review! Great Product for Baby With So Many Uses!

May 162013

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This is a Sponsored post written by me on behalf of Comfort and Harmony for SocialSpark. All opinions are 100% mine.

Have you been looking for a nursing pillow that offers great support as well as other uses for baby? Well, I got an opportunity to review a Comfort & Harmony Deluxe Mombo Nursing Pillo w that does exactly that. I am extremely satisfied with the many uses of this product, and that it is both stylish, neutral colored, and soft.

The Deluxe Mombo Nursing Pillow has two sides, one that is firm for breast feeding, and the other that is soft for lounging, tummy time, propping, and sitting support for baby. In addition, the Deluxe pillow comes with a vibration insert for baby that can be used to relax and soothe. I wish I would have had this product before I had any of my children, it would have come in handy for tummy time and propping.

Since my little one is 9 months, I have primarily been using this pillow for nursing and for sitting support while he plays. Even though the firm side of this pillow is intended for breast feeding, I have used the softer side and it worked great for me. Using this for nursing helps me maintain good posture, and it also gives us good eye contact.

I happen to have hard wood and tile in my home, and it makes me nervous that my baby might hit his head on the floor. When my little guy is playing, I have been utilizing this for sitting up time. I do have to move him back in to it from time to time since he is becoming more mobile, however I like having the peace of mind that my little one is supported. Also, since he still is not 100% steady when he is sitting up, this is helping him as he learns to balance.

Check out the following video with examples of how to use the Mombo:

Want to learn more about the Comfort & Harmony Deluxe Mombo Nursing Pillo w and other’s experiences? Visit Comfort & Harmony on Facebook or check Comfort & Harmony on Twitter as well. Mombo products are available for purchase at Babies R Us.

What aspect of the Nursing pillow do you like most? Could you use this product or have used this product in the past?

FFM

Free Beauty Care Sample of John Frieda Luxurious Volume Product!

May 152013

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Woo Hoo! I love FREE Beauty Samples and here is one for John Frieda Luxurious Volume Product.

According to the Target site, John Frieda’s new volumizing styling line plumps fine hair from root to tip. Try it today and feel the difference. It offers Touchable, natural volume for fine hair.

I just got mine!

To get yours, go over here–> Free Sample of John Frieda Luxurious Volume Product. These are only available for a limited time and while supplies last.

Did you get it? Let me know!

Enjoy!

FFM

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