Beating the Sickly Blues

My daughter started Pre-K this year.  She is now in big girl school.  One of the papers we received in our school package was the attendance policy.  We can plan for everything but we cannot predict if and when our kids will catch a cold.  All we can do is find relief for them, so they can get better sooner.

Thanks to Little Remedies and Walgreens for sending samples for review.  All opinions stated are my own based on my personal experience.

Little Remedies provides families with safe and reliable formulas, using only the necessary ingredients to support the health and well-being of infants and children.

1. Little Remedies Sterile Saline Nasal Mist & Spray/Drop: Non-medicated relief that safely soothes and moisturizes dry, crusty nasal passages caused by low humidity, heated environments, air travel, allergies or colds.  It is 100% natural.  Suggested for all ages.

2. Little Remedies Gas Relief Drops: Helps relieve stomach discomfort due to excess gas.  It has no artificial flavors, no artificial colors or dye, no Saccharin or alcohol, and gluten free.  Suggested for all ages.   

3. Little Remedies Probiotics Plus Electrolytes (Digestive): It combines a probiotic and electrolytes in one convenient packet.  It helps maintain digestive health and help support hydration.  It has no artificial flavors, no dyes, and is gluten free.  Suggested for ages 1+.

When my son was born, he rarely got sick.  My daughter on the other hand regularly catches colds.  That is one of the differences when you go to daycare instead of grandma watching you at your own home.  My daughter would also suffer from tummy problems.  The nurse practitioner recommended us using natural remedies.  The doctor also explained how some kids are over medicated with too many antibiotics.  Little Remedies has always helped my daughter feel better when she needed relief and continues to help her now.  I hate to see my babies sick and I don't want them missing school either.

You can find Little Remedies at your local Walgreens.  From now through November 5^th with the purchase of $15+ of Little Remedies products, you can receive 30% off at your local Walgreens Photo Center.

***CLOSED***Giveaway-Welcoming Home A New Baby

***Disclosure-As a Britax Latina Blogger/Advisory Member (and in partnership with Mami Innovative Media), this is part of sponsored outreach.  All opinions expressed are my own based on my personal experience.

The month of December is very special to me.  3 years ago, we were expecting our daughter Lil Bit.

We were so excited.  At 14 weeks, I almost lost my beautiful baby.  At that time, the only thing I could do to protect my baby was rest.  Everything was out of my hands.  She has been a little miracle.  Mamis and Papis become different when they become parents.  We become so protective.  We will do anything for our little ones.  In anticipation for her birth, we had everything set up and ready to go.

I am so glad we did, because she had to be taken out early.  It was a very scary time for us but we were ready to meet our little one.  Papi got the car seat and properly installed it in our truck.  We knew we needed to have the car seat in order to bring her home.  After everything, we had gone through keeping her safe has always been a priority.  Car seat safety is very important and should be a priority to parents with infant babies.  Here are some reasons for having your infant in a car seat:

absorb crash forces

-absorbs the force of a crash
-keeps your infant's head and neck secure
-surrounds your infant's body with protection

I am so thankful we have not, knock on wood, been in a serious car accident.  But I know that my baby girl is protected.  I know that my Britax car seat has SafeCell Impact protection.  Just recently, my best friend had a baby and I didn't hesitate to recommend the Britax line of products.  When looking online I saw there are 2 new car seats, the new Britax B-Safe 35 Elite and B-Safe 35 infant car seats.

-The B-Safe 35 Elite and B-Safe 35 feature the Britax SafeCell Impact Protection system, which surrounds an infant with safety technologies that work together to provide the ultimate in crash protection.
-Britax designed both the B-Safe 35 Elite and B-Safe 35 to install with ease, featuring the SafeCenter LATCH Installation
-The new infant car seats are assembled in the U.S.A. with global components.  Offered in sleek neutrals beginning in December 2014, and in bright, bold colors as a baby-registry ready “Shower Collection” in early 2015. The B-Safe 35 Elite in nine fashions and B-Safe 35 in six fashions will be available online and at independent and major retailers.

Thanks to Britax, Independentmami readers get a chance to win one of the new Britax infant carseats - B-Safe 35 Elite or B-Safe 35

SafeCell Impact Protection is an integrated system of safety components that work together to protect your child beyond the established standards. Including our Impact Absorbing Base, Impact Stabilizing Steel Frame, and Complete Side Impact Protection PLUS, SafeCell means your child is surrounded in best-in-class safety.

SafeCell Complete Side Impact Protection PLUS gives your child an advanced layer of protection with an energy-absorbing head restraint designed to keep your baby’s head and neck extra secure.

SafeCell Impact Absorbing Base reduces the potential for injury by compressing to absorb crash energy.

- See more at: http://www.britaxusa.com/car-seats/b-safe-35-elite#sthash.yZ2SglSR.dpuf

As a Britax Latina Blogger/Advisory Board Member (and in partnership with Mami Innovative Media), this post is part of a sponsored outreach.  All opinions expressed are my own based on my personal experience.  - See more at: http://www.independentmami.net/2014/11/giveaway-safely-traveling-booster-seat.html#sthash.QO7P1Cbf.dpuf

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Baby's First Book Blocks Review

Disclosure-Sample product was received for review.  All opinions stated are my own.

My daughter loves books.  She always has.  I like finding learning products that help our kids learn.  Recently I was looking for gifts for a couple of friends who will be first time mamis, and was introduced to Baby’s First Book Blocks. 

It is a series of mini board books designed to entice infants to focus and develop their visual acuity. Featuring high-contrast colors, eye-catching shapes, and colorful patterns, these chunky little books also incorporate the latest scientific research about vision development, making for the perfect introductory baby books.

Book 1: Black and White—simple but interesting shapes moving into more complex shapes and patterns
Book 2: Red, Blue, and Yellow—introduces primary colors and slightly more complex shapes, moving into real patterns with multiple colors
Book 3: Color and Pattern—secondary colors and more complex patterns
Book 4: Visual Excitement—subtle shades and complicated patterns 

Studies show that during the first year of life, babies’ visual skills develop dramatically. A month-old infant will prefer sharply defined, black-and-white edges and patterns, while by 4 months of age, most babies can distinguish even subtle shades and respond to repeating patterns.

These blocks are a perfect gift for an expectant mami so they can start the interaction from day one.  They can explore, examine, and help develop their babies visual skills.  And can continue using this even when they are older.  I like all the different colors, and patterns.  My daughter really liked stacking them, describing what she saw, and it was a fun game she keeps playing with us everyday.

For more information, go to http://powkidsbooks.com/babys-first-book-blocks/

Review-Itty Wigs Baby Headbands

***Sample product was received.  All opinions stated are my own.

The delightful Itty Wig is a girls crochet headband with bows and pigtails. This headband with its pretend, obviously faux pigtails is such a fun novelty you'll want one to match every outfit! Itty Wigs silly strand pigtails are handwoven into a comfortable crochet headband and adorned with bows to complete the look that is sure to bring on the smiles. The silly strands are constructed from specially selected fiber materials that bounces and swings as your little one looks around and interacts with this great big world. Just notice the attention she draws while out at the grocery store, a restaurant, on a playdate or even going to the Doctors office for her checkup! The Itty Wig silly strands novelty headband fits infants to pre-teen. Each item is handcrafted and may vary slightly. Please be assured we make every effort to be as consistent as possible with each piece.
This fun little headband is completely open in the back making it car seat and stroller friendly. Easy on and off allows for quick removal while your little bumpkin is napping, taking a short car ride or whenever she is unattended for any reason.

My thoughts-These are so cute.  I love the pigtails and they are so versatile.  They have several styles and colors to choose from.  You can customize the hair-light blonde, Tooti Fruitti, Cinnabrown, and Midnight black.  You can also do long strands or a head full of strands.  They are so adorable. Your baby will look so cute!!  Check out Bella...cuteness!!

Club MomMe Social Gathering

***Disclosure-Independentmami will be attending this gathering complimentary to keep you updated with the goings on during the event.  All opinions stated will be my own based on my experience.

Are you a mommy-to-be or already have been blessed with your bundle of joy?  Are you ready for your bundle of joy?  If you are not or still are in need some gear, advice, or just need a mommy intervention, join Club MomMe and The Baby Gizmo for an evening brought to you by:

June 5th at 5:30 PM
Right Start in Rice Village at 2438 Rice Blvd.

Tickets can be purchase here:
http://clubmomme.com/hot-products-and-cool-gear/

Need more reasons to attend.  Your ticket will get you light refreshments, gift bags, giveaways, and 10% off purchases this night.  So come learn about gear, products and see the newest-lastest and greatest for your babies.