For the past few weeks, I have been trying out a new dishwashing liquid, Palmolive Fresh Sponge. If you have not heard of this new line, you should really try it. The main feature that it has over other dish soap brands is that it can keep your sponges looking and smelling new longer. In the past, we have had to toss out sponges after maybe a month of use, just because they smell or are dirty or stained. Grease and  tomato sauce are the worst, especially on the bright yellow side of the sponge. However, Palmolive Fresh Sponge fights against the odor and stain causing agents to give you a new sponge for a longer period of time. The liquid also works great at getting my dishes sparkling clean. It cut through grease as well as other brands, and perhaps even better than some. All the while, it was still gentle on my hands and didn't dry them out. The scent isn't mentioned on the … [Read more...]

I tend to chew gum almost every day, the primary reason being that it helps with cutting calories. If I have a stick of gum, I'll chew it for hours, and it's a great alternative to mindless snacking. What I didn't realize however, is that some gums aren't all that healthy, especially those that have added sweeteners such as aspartame. Luckily, I have found a gum that isn't loaded with aspartame, and it's called PUR Gum. It's funny, but the brand's slogan is actually "My gum kicks aspartame". I like the attitude! :) The company uses Xylitol, which is found naturally in some vegetables, so it's not harmful like artificial sweeteners. Other reasons to like PUR Gum is because it is gluten-free and NON-GMO. I was sent four flavors to review: pomegranate mint, spearmint, peppermint, and excitement. My favorite had to be the spearmint. This gum tasted just like the spearmint flavor of … [Read more...]

Do you find yourself struggling to get your toddler to eat? I have totally been there. I think it's a good idea to try to make meal time as fun as possible, which is why I was happy to review a bowl and spoons from Oogaa. Oogaa strives to provide high quality, sustainable baby products that all moms and dads will love. They incorporate fun elements and bright colors into the items they offer, and do so in a way that is environmentally friendly. For my review, I received the Oogaa Mealtime Set, which consists of a blue, 9 oz. bowl and two spoons. All of the products are made of silicone, meaning they are very easy to sanitize, are BPA-free, and contain no harsh chemicals. They are also extremely durable, so even if your child drops his bowl, there is no worry of hearing or seeing it shatter. The two spoons are very unique, in that they feature a little toy-like attachment … [Read more...]

With an almost two year old in the house, I can safely say we have tried lots of diaper brands. Some were great. Others leaked. Still others tore at the tabs when trying to secure them on the kiddo. Through our experiences, I can say that Huggies has been one of the (if not, THE) best diaper brands we have used. We like Huggies wipes as well, and, minus one package of store brand wipes we received at my baby shower, we have always stuck with Huggies when it comes to wipes. Huggies has recently improved on their Snug & Dry diaper line, and we are enjoyed the benefits of using this diaper. It's hard to find a diaper that will last through the night with a 19 month old. With one package of Snug & Dry diapers, however, he only leaked through one night. That's great compared to the three to four nights - per week - of leaking that we experience with other brands. Their improved … [Read more...]

The kiddo has gotten to where he loves eating vegetable and fruit pouches. We are all for getting them for him, because it's really the only way he will eat most veggies right now. Because of this, we were happy to receive a few products from Peter Rabbit Organics. Peter Rabbit Organics is dedicated to providing healthy snacks for kids. They don't use artificial ingredients or add salt or sugar to their pouches. They currently offer a variety of veggie blends and fruit snacks, all with your child's nutrition in mind. For our review, we received the following three flavors: Pea, Spinach, and Apple; Apple and Grape; and Sweet Potato, Corn, and Apple. I honestly couldn't tell you which the kiddo liked the best because he ate them all quickly when they were given to him! The amount of food inside a pouch is just right for him, and he isn't hungry or asking for more food … [Read more...]