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

May 162013

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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:

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

FFM

Nuby koolSoother Teether Keys Review! We Got This Just In Time For Tooth #2!

Apr 292013

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Thanks to Nuby, I was sent a koolSoother Teether Keys to review here on Frugal and Fun Mom with my 9 month old son.

Nuby koolSoother Teether Keys can be placed into the refrigerator and are filled with water to soothe and stimulate baby’s sore gums. They also have been engineered with raised textured surfaces that assist in the eruption of teeth. This teether comes with 2 colorful keys that are attached by a piece of decorative cloth.

My little guy just got his first bottom tooth and is now working on a second one. Not only has he been chewing on this teether, but he has been throwing it, banging it, and feeling the decorative cloth.

I like this product because it is colorful and easy for my little guy to carry. In addition, I like it because it can be cooled in the refrigerator, and my son likes the various surfaces.

At what age did your little one cut their first tooth? Have you used this Nuby product before?

To learn more about Nuby koolSoother Teether Keys, visit Nuby.com. Also check Nuby out on Facebook at facebook.com/nubyusa, Twitter at @nubyusa,Pinterest pinterest.com/nubyusa and Instagram instagram.com/nubyusa.

FFM

“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.”

Weight Loss and Exercise Update! I Am Excited! #weightloss #exercise #resolution

Apr 242013

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I just wanted to put up a quick weight loss and exercise update. Time has really gotten away from me, and I intended to post this more often, but with 3 kids things get a little crazy at times.

I made it under 140 and my clothes are fitting A LOT better. However, I have not made it to the gym as often as I would like. Between cleaning house, cooking, and my kids extracurricular activities, I have been keeping busy. Enough with the excuses though, I will try to do better, but I won’t make any promises!

Obviously I’m not doing too bad, I have been limiting my portions, and must be burning some calories with all the running around I do.

For reference check out my first post Look Who Made It Back To The Gym! #weightloss #exercise #resolution

Do you have a weight loss goal for this year? Or, are you simply trying to get back to the gym as well?

Till next time!

FFM

Be sure to consult with your physician before you start any type of weight loss or exercise regimen to ensure that you are healthy enough, or for guidance based on your current level of health.

2 Baby Milestones This Week and It Is Only Monday!

Apr 222013

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It has already been a big week for milestones in our house. Little man now has a tooth and is starting to crawl. Look out world!

Sunday, I used the old remote control teaser for my little guy, and he started dragging himself across the floor to get it.

Then, later in the afternoon I was feeding him and noticed that one of his bottom teeth broke through.

So I wonder what other milestone he will reach this week. I’ll keep my fingers crossed that he says Ma Ma!

At what age did your children cut teeth or start to crawl? When did they say Ma Ma?

FFM

Nuby Bedlite Buddies Review! My Little Guy Loves His Turtle and I Am Giving Away One As Well!

Mar 212013

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Thanks to Nuby, I was sent a Nuby Bedlite Buddies to review here on Frugal and Fun Mom with my 7 month old son.

Nuby Bedlite Buddies are toys that illuminate in the dark and play music. They come in 3 characters including a frog, a turtle, and a bee. Their faces light up and sing songs like “Rock A Bye Baby” and “Hush Little Baby”, when they are hugged and their belly area is compressed.

You can tell he loves his baby!

Bedlite Buddies are made of a soft pastel material, and are BPA free. This toy is recommended for children 6 months and older and is available for purchase at Kmart (characters may vary). Since it is a stuffed animal, it should only be used up until bedtime, and not placed into a crib for sleeping.

I like this soft doll, because it is made of light soothing colors and it plays soft relaxing music. It is also nice to have a toy that does not overstimulate in the evening, and won’t wake up the rest of the house.

My little guy loves to chew and touch his turtles face.

To learn more about Nuby Bedlite Buddies, visit Nuby.com. Also check Nuby out on Facebook at facebook.com/nubyusa, Twitter at @nubyusa,Pinterest pinterest.com/nubyusa and Instagram instagram.com/nubyusa.

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Thanks to Nuby, one (1) lucky Frugal and Fun Mom Reader, will receive a Nuby Bedlite Buddies!

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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. Opinions expressed are that of my own.”

Review of the Nuby Twisty Bugz Teether! I’m Hosting Giveaway For One As Well! It Is A Fun Toy For My Little Guy!

Feb 222013

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Thanks to Nuby, I was sent a Twisty Bugz Teether to review here on Frugal and Fun Mom with my 6 month old son.

The Nuby Twisty Bugz Teether has a colorful surface with 4 different ends and when twisted in a complete circle, makes a fun buzzing sound. 3 of the teether’s ends are characters with different patterns, and the 4th end is a flower that includes fabric that crinkles. Plus, if you shake this teether, it rattles. It is BPA Free and recommended for babies 3 months and up. Source Nuby.com.

I really like this teether because it does so many different things, and can keep my little one entertained.

I’m not sure if this toy is more fun for my little guy or me. He likes to chew on it and bang it, and I could sit here and turn it over and over again just to make the sound. And, now that he is in the phase where he wants to throw things, the toy is giving us a good workout by us retrieving it for him. He is definitely getting his use out it.

To learn more about the Nuby Twisty Bugz Teether and retailers, visit Nuby.com. Also, check Nuby out on Facebook at facebook.com/nubyusa and Twitter at @nubyusa.

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Thanks to Nuby, one (1) lucky Frugal and Fun Mom Reader, will receive a Nuby Twisty Bugz Teether!

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FFM

Starting Out My Little Guy on Homemade Baby Food! Let The Fun Times Begin!

Jan 072013

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I love his expression! He actually did like it.

Over the past couple of weeks, I have started my son on baby food. This actually will be the 3rd time that I have made my child’s baby food from scratch. I initially decided to do this to save money, but then I liked the idea of knowing exactly what my kids were eating. Plus, as they got older, I would start adding the spices I used on our meals and by the time they got big enough to eat what we were eating, they had no problem transitioning over. I found the whole experience to be very rewarding.

I got the go ahead a few weeks ago to start my son on solids from my pediatrician and he reminded me to test out each food one at a time in order to detect allergies. I also asked if it would be O.K. for me to go straight to fruits or veggies and just skip rice cereal all together (I read that you could in a baby magazine article), and he said it was fine to do so.

This time I started out with bananas and my son went nuts over them. I fed him this for a week, just once a day. It was the equivalent of maybe a quarter of a ripe banana mashed up. Here are some great baby food recipe ideas for Bananas: wholesomebabyfood.momtastic.com

The shocked look of trying green beans!

Our next adventure was green beans. I steamed them first and then pureed them in the blender along with some of the left over water from steaming. I poured this puree into ice-cube trays and froze. I ended up feeding him a defrosted ice-cube of green beans once a day along with some bananas.

Everything up to the point seemed to be going fine, however about a week and half in, I noticed that he was getting constipated. I decided to stop feeding him the baby food until he had a regular bowel movement. FYI, Bananas are known to cause constipation.

He is now over 5 months and bowel movements are back to normal again, (thankfully) and I decided to started him again on food the week minus the bananas. Our next adventure will be sweet potatoes and we will see how it goes…

Do you have any recommendations of first foods for baby? Any great recipes? I would love to hear them, feel free to leave a comment below.

FFM

Get FREE Baby Samples and Coupons at Everyday Family!

Dec 302012

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I just signed up for Everyday Family, and I already selected a couple of FREE offers, and I like how they have an age calculator with milestones for my baby!

Click Here for FREE baby magazines, formula samples, diaper coupons, health information and more!

Once you sign up , they will have some other offers for you. You can either choose to sign up, or just skip. It will then take you to the main page.

Enjoy!

FFM

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Review of the Nuby Jiggle Giggle Vibrating Teether! A Colorful, and Fun First Toy For Baby!

Dec 232012

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Thanks to Nuby, I was sent the Jiggle Giggle vibrating teether to review here on Frugal and Fun Mom with my 4 month old son.

The Jiggle Giggle is intended for baby 3+ months and up and is designed to help increase circulation in baby’s gums and reduce discomfort and swelling associated with teething. When baby applies pressure on the Jiggle Giggle, gentle vibrations instantly begin to comfort his or her gums. Source Nuby.

We received the elephant Jiggle Giggle teether, which contains pûrICE™ gel that provides an additional cool textured surface for baby to bite and teethe on.

I had used a similar teether with my first child, and remembered how much he enjoyed it. Of course, my son took right to it, and has already made this a favorite of his to chew on. He also likes to look at the character on the teether and grab onto the handles.

To learn more about the Nuby The Jiggle Giggle vibrating teether, or where you can purchase one, visit Nuby.com. Also check Nuby out on Facebook at facebook.com/nubyusa and Twitter at @nubyusa.

FFM

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